Looking for a new E mountain bike. What's with the different wheel sizes on the front/rear?

[Jersey Skier]

My current Levo Pro has a mullet setup and I do prefer it to my previous bikes which were normal. It takes tight corners with more confidence and it is a bit more playful (for an almost 50lb bike). If the bike didn't have a motor I'd go with 29" wheels just because they're faster and easier through rocky terrain.

I also wouldn't pick an e-bike just because it had or didn't have a mullet setup.

Make sure what ever brand you choose has a good warranty and the shop has a clue about working on them. I'm not gonna lie, these things do occasionally just stop working.

 

[cantunamunch]

^is there a difference descending?

 

[Jersey Skier]

^is there a difference descending?

I put a coil shock on it and run DH tires with Cushcore insterts. The thing descends like a beast. At my age it's not the wheel size that's going to slow me down.

 

[wooglin]

Even granting what you say, I will point to your own words 6 posts above that.

Just because it's a marketing-driven design doesn't mean that's not going to be the very one you like.

Valid.

 

[coskigirl]

Intrigue X Advanced E+ EL 1 20MPH (2023) | Women bike | Liv Cycling US

www.liv-cycling.com

$10k ?? Yikes!

Yeah, I’m not spending $10k but Liv has lots of other options.

My current Levo Pro has a mullet setup and I do prefer it to my previous bikes which were normal. It takes tight corners with more confidence and it is a bit more playful (for an almost 50lb bike). If the bike didn't have a motor I'd go with 29" wheels just because they're faster and easier through rocky terrain.

I also wouldn't pick an e-bike just because it had or didn't have a mullet setup.

Make sure what ever brand you choose has a good warranty and the shop has a clue about working on them. I'm not gonna lie, these things do occasionally just stop working.

Good point. If I buy the Liv, it will be from the LBS that I’ve bought 3 other bikes from and is very well regarded in the area. Heading up to Boulder to visit them tomorrow. Monday starts a $450 credit from the state of Colorado for e-bike purchases so even if they have what I want, I’ll just do a deposit and complete the purchase next week to get the credit.

 

[Tony S]

Yeah, I’m not spending $10k but Liv has lots of other options.



Good point. If I buy the Liv, it will be from the LBS that I’ve bought 3 other bikes from and is very well regarded in the area. Heading up to Boulder to visit them tomorrow. Monday starts a $450 credit from the state of Colorado for e-bike purchases so I even if they have what I want, I’ll just do a deposit and complete the purchase next week to get the credit.

@Wending pounced on that here in Maine. I was too slow out of the blocks. Good deal. Go for it

 

[Tom K.]

I have pretty limited e-mtb experience, but the Trek Fuel EX-e I rode for a couple months last season on a bit of a lark was superb. Superb enough, in fact, that I quickly purchased the non-motorized version.

The TQ motor is astounding, if a wee bit shy of the battery size I'd prefer (isn't there always something?!).

Fuel EXe - Trek Bikes

www.trekbikes.com

 

[martyg]

It’s tough to beat Specialized. They developed their own battery and motor. It integrates extremely well into the overall structure of the bike.

Virtually every other brand is using Bosch, none-native components. If your Specialized craps out, you deal only with Specialized through your shop. Frequently with other brands, you are dealing with some combination of the shop, the brand, and Bosch.

Our shop is the #1 e-bike store for Specialized in the Western states, so I am a bit biased.

Enjoy.

 

[coskigirl]

Well, I looked at both Specialized and Liv today and ended up ordering a Liv. Hope to have it in 2-3 weeks. Thanks all for your input.

Intrigue X E+ 2 Pro 20MPH (2022) | Women bike | Liv Cycling US

www.liv-cycling.com

 

[scott43]

Well, I looked at both Specialized and Liv today and ended up ordering a Liv. Hope to have it in 2-3 weeks. Thanks all for your input.

Intrigue X E+ 2 Pro 20MPH (2022) | Women bike | Liv Cycling US

www.liv-cycling.com

Congratulations! Enjoy!

 

[Tom K.]

Well, I looked at both Specialized and Liv today and ended up ordering a Liv. Hope to have it in 2-3 weeks. Thanks all for your input.

Intrigue X E+ 2 Pro 20MPH (2022) | Women bike | Liv Cycling US

www.liv-cycling.com

Nice choice, and glad you found what looks like a great deal!