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I saw a Nicolai e-bike at my local trails about 3 weeks ago for the first time in years. No idea of the model, it looked similar to the one linked above but didn't have the Pinion MGU, rather a gearbox in the rear hub. It did have a Gates carbon belt on it though. Guy bought it used, new to MTB. It was really nice actually, but he said it 65lbs, which is a big nope for me.

I really want my next e-bike to have a Pinion MGU. Over replacing cassettes and chains. Kinda dig this Bulls e-bike: BULLS Vuca Evo AM2 - Pinion
 
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chadbrochills said:
I saw a Nicolai e-bike at my local trails about 3 weeks ago for the first time in years. No idea of the model, it looked similar to the one linked above but didn't have the Pinion MGU, rather a gearbox in the rear hub. It did have a Gates carbon belt on it though. Guy bought it used, new to MTB. It was really nice actually, but he said it 65lbs, which is a big nope for me.

I really want my next e-bike to have a Pinion MGU. Over replacing cassettes and chains. Kinda dig this Bulls e-bike: BULLS Vuca Evo AM2 - Pinion
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-According to the Bulls Rep. i talked to at Sea Otter, they "might" be coming to the US market for next year.....
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chadbrochills said:
I saw a Nicolai e-bike at my local trails about 3 weeks ago for the first time in years. No idea of the model, it looked similar to the one linked above but didn't have the Pinion MGU, rather a gearbox in the rear hub. It did have a Gates carbon belt on it though. Guy bought it used, new to MTB. It was really nice actually, but he said it 65lbs, which is a big nope for me.

I really want my next e-bike to have a Pinion MGU. Over replacing cassettes and chains. Kinda dig this Bulls e-bike: BULLS Vuca Evo AM2 - Pinion
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65 pounds, yikes. That's too heavy for me too. I like the Simplon Rapcon Pinion MGU e-bike:

www.simplon.com

RAPCON :e PINION | simplon.com

The SIMPLON RAPCON :e PINION has proven its qualities on trails and enduro in numerous tests - with the revolutionary new Pinion drive, it defines the future of the
www.simplon.com www.simplon.com
 
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DMFT said:
-According to the Bulls Rep. i talked to at Sea Otter, they "might" be coming to the US market for next year.....
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That would be cool. All for more options!

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65 pounds, yikes. That's too heavy for me too. I like the Simplon Rapcon Pinion MGU e-bike:

www.simplon.com

RAPCON :e PINION | simplon.com

The SIMPLON RAPCON :e PINION has proven its qualities on trails and enduro in numerous tests - with the revolutionary new Pinion drive, it defines the future of the
www.simplon.com www.simplon.com
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Like it, but a nope for me because of the headset cable routing. I hate that.
 
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chadbrochills said:
I saw a Nicolai e-bike at my local trails about 3 weeks ago for the first time in years. No idea of the model, it looked similar to the one linked above but didn't have the Pinion MGU, rather a gearbox in the rear hub. It did have a Gates carbon belt on it though. Guy bought it used, new to MTB. It was really nice actually, but he said it 65lbs, which is a big nope for me.

I really want my next e-bike to have a Pinion MGU. Over replacing cassettes and chains. Kinda dig this Bulls e-bike: BULLS Vuca Evo AM2 - Pinion
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Id take the Rotwild RX1000 with a chain tensioner in the back. Check out the ground clearance too. I like how the motor is tipped up in the front. I sure wish they sold them in the USA.


www.rotwild.com

ROTWILD R.X1000 Ultra

The ROTWILD R.X1000 ULTRA – the new benchmark for e-mountain bikes. Featuring revolutionary performance, lightweight design, and maximum range, it’s perfect for demanding trails.
www.rotwild.com www.rotwild.com
 
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kntr said:
Id take the Rotwild RX1000 with a chain tensioner in the back. Check out the ground clearance too. I like how the motor is tipped up in the front. I sure wish they sold them in the USA.


www.rotwild.com

ROTWILD R.X1000 Ultra

The ROTWILD R.X1000 ULTRA – the new benchmark for e-mountain bikes. Featuring revolutionary performance, lightweight design, and maximum range, it’s perfect for demanding trails.
www.rotwild.com www.rotwild.com
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Pretty cool but I want a Gates carbon belt. Done with chains lol.
 
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chadbrochills said:
Pretty cool but I want a Gates carbon belt. Done with chains lol.
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You think so, but you've never had a belt.

Trust me, you get a belt and you'll be sad the first time you get into heavy mud.

A heavy duty chain, like the KMC E1/S1, it'll last forever; that's what I run on my Pinion.

Get the extra long life cogs, they're super beefy!
 
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