Eurobike 2016 News

BMC unveil new 150 mm Full Suspension E-MTB

31.08.2016
by Aaron Steinke
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Nestled in the corner of the BMC EUROBIKE in a darkened room was this exciting new E-MTB prototype from the prestigious Swiss brand. BMC are quite late to the e-powered sector but judging by the mud and wear on the prototype, they are certainly enjoying it.

BMC’s new geometry prototype E-MTB looks potent and aggressive.
BMC’s new geometry prototype E-MTB looks potent and aggressive.
The heart of the bike will be a Shimano M8000 engine.
The heart of the bike will be a Shimano M8000 engine.

Currently details on the new BMC E-MTB prototype are scarce, it doesn’t even have a name yet (BMC aim to hold a naming competition very soon). However we can confirm that the bike has 150 mm of travel, and is based very closely to the geometry of their BMC Trailfox, so expect an aggressive 67 degree head angle and a fun and playful ride. The bike will use the new Shimano M8000 engine – you can read our first impressions of the M8000 here – and features 27.5” wheels. A 3D printed example of the proposed final bike indicate that BMC are striving for a very integrated and clean design.

Although still a concept, the 3D printed final design shows that BMC are striving for a clean and integrated look.
Although still a concept, the 3D printed final design shows that BMC are striving for a clean and integrated look.

This bike marks an exciting introduction for BMC into the e-powered sector, and if the 3D printed prototype retains its clean lines into production we can see it being a popular bike on the trails. As yet there is no hard information on release dates, but we will bring you further news about this exciting bike as it evolves.

For more information head to the official BMC website!

Words: Aaron Steinke Photos: Trev Worsey

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Aaron Steinke

Aaron was our first employee and actively helped make our company what it is today, significantly shaping the look and direction of our various magazines. Aaron has been pursuing his own projects since mid-2020 but he continues to advise and support us on issues of marketing and technology. For many years, you would usually have found Aaron at casual enduro races, but increasingly you'll find him riding his road bike – long live freedom on two wheels!