Electric MTB UK is a UK-focused site dedicated to electric mountain bikes, built to help you choose the right e-MTB and get more from it once you’re riding. We cover hardtail, full-suspension and trekking / SUV-style electric mountain bikes, alongside the kit and knowledge that supports off-road riding in real British conditions.
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Best hardtail eMTBs 2026

Hardtail eMTBs don’t get as much hype as full-suspension rigs, but for a lot of riders they’re the smarter, more rewarding way to ride an electric mountain bike — especially in the UK. A good hardtail electric mountain bike gives you the motor-assisted climbing and mileage-busting range you want from an eMTB, while keeping the…
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Our buyer’s guides shortlist the most relevant options in each category and explain what matters for UK riding — from motor performance and battery size through to geometry, suspension and real-world value.
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Merida eBIG Nine 400 review: a proper do-it-all hardtail eMTB with UK trail manners
Hardtail eMTBs are the unsung workhorses of the electric mountain bike world. They’re simple, tough, and they make a lot of sense if you want one bike that can commute during the week, disappear off down bridleways at the weekend, and still feel happy lapping a mellow trail centre without you constantly worrying about bearings,…

















