Simplon Rapcon Pmax: Versatile performance eMTB announced
03.07.2019
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With the brand new Rapcon Pmax, Simplon heralds a new era of eMTB in their product portfolio. The potent e-mountain bike relies on the new Bosch Performance Line CX 2020. We have all the information for you.Simplon Rapcon Pmax | Bosch Perfomance Line CX 2020/625 Wh | from € 6,699
The Rapcon Pmax is the new flagship model of Austrian brand Simplon. When developing their new carbon eMTB, trail performance was paramount. Despite the large 625 Wh battery that powers the new Bosch Performance Line CX, its weight should, depending on the configuration, be around 22.5 kg. As usual for Simplon, the bike can be configured with selected components. The price of the Rapcon Pmax starts at €6,699 for the basic configuration. As well as the option to customise spec choices, the Simplon Rapcon Pmax is also incredibly versatile and leaves the customer with a choice of tire size, battery size and suspension travel.
The internal 625 Wh battery capacity can be extended to 1125 Wh with an external 500 Wh battery. So it should be suited to super long days in the saddle.If you only occasionally use the additional battery, you can quickly insert and unclip a bottle holder
150 mm to 170 mm forks are compatible up frontDepending on the shock size, the rear end can provide between 150 and 165 mm travel
The geometry can be adjusted to suit personal preferences with the flip chip
The Simplon Rapcon Pmax rolls on 29 “tires …… Or on mixed wheels with 29 “front and 27.5” rear. Grip is provided by the Schwalbe e-mountain bike specialist Eddy Current.
The frame is full of small details designed to reduce wear and keep the noise level at a minimum.The stainless steel insert protects the delicate carbon from the brake rotor when installing and removing the rear wheel
Thanks to a specially developed headset, all cables run directly under the stem and into the frame. Result: One of the tidiest eMTB cockpits we’ve ever seen.
The speed sensor uses an exposed spoke magnet
The Bosch Performance CX engine is protected by a plastic bash guard. Thanks to generously sized vents, it should not overheat.The battery is also cooled by air intakes. However, if the special stem is not used, these openings are used to route the cables.
The geometry of the Simplon Rapcon Pmax
Size
S
M
L
XL
Seat tube
390 mm
420 mm
450 mm
480 mm
Top tube
571 mm
592 mm
625 mm
658 mm
Head tube
90 mm
95 mm
110 mm
125 mm
Head angle
66°
66°
66°
66°
Seat angle
76°
76°
76°
76°
Chainstay
460 mm
460 mm
460 mm
460 mm
BB Drop
30 mm
30 mm
30 mm
30 mm
Wheelbase
1190 mm
1212 mm
1249 mm
1285 mm
Reach
420 mm
440 mm
470 mm
500 mm
Stack
604 mm
609 mm
622 mm
636 mm
First Impressions
At first glance, the new Simplon Rapcon Pmax looks promising. Compared to Simplon’s previous offerings, the Rapcon Pmax makes a quantum leap in terms of geometry, features and details, at least on paper. Thanks to its versatile customizability, the high-quality Simplon Rapcon Pmax should deliver on both touring and demanding downhill trails.
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