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First Look: SCOTT E-Scale 700 Plus – More comfort, grip and fun

24.06.2016
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Plus-size tires and E-MTBs are the ultimate bed partners, of which even SCOTT is a fan. All set for the new season, SCOTT have just presented their new hardtail with an extra dose of grip and comfort: the E-Scale Plus.

It’s nothing new to hear that SCOTT are in favour of plus-size tires, seeing as their E-Genius 710 Plus already rode away with victory in our group test of 2016 E-MTBs. Now the Swiss team have employed plus-size tires on a hardtail, developing the all-new E-Scale Plus. Initially available in three build specs, all three E-Scale Plus models will feature a Bosch Performance CX motor with a 500 Wh battery and the new Purion computer. Shown above is the top-of-the-range E-Scale 700 Plus Ultimate.

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SCOTT E-Scale 700 Plus in Detail

The E-Scale Plus models rely on a reputedly high quality aluminium frame with a wide Boost rear end.
The E-Scale Plus models rely on a reputedly high quality aluminium frame with a wide Boost rear end.
The powerful 500 Wh battery should provide an extensive range.
The powerful 500 Wh battery should provide an extensive range.
A familiar sight on many SCOTT bikes, the E-Scale also features their TwinLoc technology for suspension lock-out. However, their recently launched Purion computer is a new addition.
A familiar sight on many SCOTT bikes, the E-Scale also features their TwinLoc technology for suspension lock-out. However, their recently launched Purion computer is a new addition.
Specifically designed with E-MTBs, the E-Scale 700 Plus Ultimate features the ultimate shifting performance thanks to the inclusion of the SRAM EX1…
Specifically designed with E-MTBs, the E-Scale 700 Plus Ultimate features the ultimate shifting performance thanks to the inclusion of the SRAM EX1…
… and the powerful SRAM Guide RE brakes.
… and the powerful SRAM Guide RE brakes.
The cables make their exit around the motor and head to their destinations from there.
The cables make their exit around the motor and head to their destinations from there.
It’s time that dropper posts become a standard item on E-MTBS and fortunately the E-Scale has one!
It’s time that dropper posts become a standard item on E-MTBS and fortunately the E-Scale has one!
The MAXXIS Rekon tires at 2.8
The MAXXIS Rekon tires at 2.8″ wide are set to deliver masses of grip and traction.

Prices and availability

The SCOTT E-Scale Plus will be available from the end of the year in three different build specs. SCOTT are due to announce pricings at this August’s EUROBIKE.

Our first impression of the SCOTT E-Scale Plus

Unfortunately due to time constraints at the press camp in Lenzerheide we were a bit stuck for time when it came to testing the SCOTT E-Scale Plus. We did give it a good once-over on the stand though and came away nodding our heads at its well-considered spec. Plus-size tires have shown that they’re a valid choice for E-MTBs, delivering extra comfort, traction, stability and fun – especially for hardtails. Now we’re stoked to put it through its paces on an extensive test so that we can draw some real conclusions.

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