Brand New: Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon – E-MTB goodness from Spain
It feels somewhat naughty to display the Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon on our website; after all, there’s no parental control for underage visitors and this bike is definitely a looker. But flaunting some serious Spanish flair, we just couldn’t keep this E-MTB off your screens with its stunning design, high-end carbon frame and Shimano Steps motor. But careful: don’t let your boss catch you checking out this beauty.
The Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon & the frame
The frame is fundamental to any bike, and we’re stoked to see the e-Crusher wielding a stunning full-carbon frame with many of the classic Mondraker design cues that the Spanish brand have borrowed from their non-motorised models. At the rear the e-Crusher Carbon relies on 150 mm travel with Mondraker’s floating pivot Zero Suspension system that’s compressed on both sides. The bike is fuelled by a Shimano STEPS E8000 motor with an integrated 500 Wh battery, which can be removed and recharged either on or off the bike.
The Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon is intended for use with 2.8″-wide 27.5+ tires. The cables are internally routed, which elevates its slick, linear-looking visual. There are large protectors on the downtube and chainstays to safeguard the bike from trail debris. Despite what the carbon frame and lightweight Shimano STEPS E8000 motor system might lead you to believe, the e-Crusher tips the scales at quite a notable 22.2 kg (manufacturer’s stats), although weight is never the decisive factor when it comes to E-MTBs.
The Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon & its geometry
The e-Crusher wouldn’t be a Mondraker if it didn’t feature the Spanish brand’s own Forward Geometry concept, which relies on a longer frame (486 mm reach for the size L) that lends smoothness to the bike teamed with a short 450 mm rear end to deliver the requisite agility. On the brand’s conventional mountain bikes, this geometry concept has been met with searing approval by race-tuned riders. A steep 74.5° seat angle keeps the position angled well away from the back wheel. Here’s the run-down of the Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon, which is available in four sizes:
Size | S | M | L | XL |
---|---|---|---|---|
Seat Tube | 380 mm | 420 mm | 470 mm | 500 mm |
Top Tube | 608 mmm | 636 mm | 658 mm | 684 mm |
Head Tube | 100 mm | 100 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm |
Head Tube Angle | 66,5° | 66,5° | 66,5° | 66,5° |
Seat Tube Angle | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° | 74.5° |
Chainstays | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
BB Hight | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm | 342 mm |
Wheelbase | 1201 mm | 1226 mm | 1252 mm | 1281 mm |
Reach | 441 mm | 466 mm | 486 mm | 506 mm |
Stack | 609 mm | 609 mm | 623 mm | 637 mm |
The Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon & its spec
Besides from the four available sizes, there are two build specs to choose from. The top-of-the-range Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon RR+ retails at € 8,999 and comes with superb FOX Factory suspension, Shimano XT Di2 shifters and powerful Shimano Saint brakes. Mondraker went for grippy Maxxis Minion DHF tires on the brand new Mavic E-XA-Elite+ wheels. There’s also an ENVE wheelset-equipped version for € 10,499.
The Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon R+ is the more affordable option although it retains a similar high-end stance. Retailing at € 6,599, the R+ has RockShox suspension with a Yari fork and Super Deluxe rear shock, SRAM Guide RE brakes and regular Shimano XT shifters.
The spec of the Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon RR+ in detail
Fork Fox 36 Factory Kashima 160 mm
Shock Fox new Float X Factory Kashima
Brakes Shimano Saint
Drivetrain Shimano XT Di2
Crankset Shimano steps E8050 Hollowtech
Hubs Mavic sealed bearing Boost (V) / Mavic ITS-4 hi-tensile Boost (H)
Rims Mavic E-XA- Elite
Tires Maxxis Minion DHF TLR Dual Exo / Maxxis High Roller II TLR Dual Exo
The spec of the Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon R+ in detail
Fork Rock Shox Yari RC Solo Air 160 mm
Shock RockShox Superdeluxe R Debonair
Brakes Sram Guide RE
Drivetrain Shimano XT
Crankset Shimano steps E8000
Hubs MDK Pro II Boost
Rims MDK-TP1 ASY TLR
Tires Maxxis Minion DHF TLR Dual Exo / Maxxis High Roller II TLR Dual Exo
Our thoughts on the Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon
The brand new Mondraker e-Crusher Carbon is enough to make us stop in our steps even while stationary. Channelling a definitive Mondraker design, the e-Crusher Carbon has one of those can’t-take-our-eyes-off-it looks. This great first impression is confirmed by its spec, which looks thoroughly well considered on paper. The advantages of Forward Geometry are a dead cert for dynamic riders, but it’ll be interesting to see how this translates into long-term E-MTBing fun. Stay tuned for an in-depth test review!
For more information head to mondraker.com
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Words: Photos: Valentin Rühl