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Pinion MGU and FIT integration, why gearbox drives are becoming a real eMTB option
For years, gearbox eMTBs were the sort of thing you read about, admired, then ignored because the mainstream options were simpler and easier to service. That is changing, and the Pinion Motor.Gearbox.Unit (MGU) is at the centre of it. The “why now?” is straightforward: modern eMTBs put a huge load through drivetrains, UK riding is…
TQ HPR60 motor, batteries and display updates for lightweight eMTBs in 2026
Lightweight eMTBs have moved from a niche idea to a genuine category, and the TQ HPR60 is one of the main reasons. It sits in that “low weight, high feel” space that UK riders keep asking for: enough assistance to make long climbs and big days realistic, without turning the bike into a full-power bruiser…
Where can you ride an eMTB in Forestry England forests?
A lot of UK eMTB riders ask a version of the same question every winter and spring: “Can I ride my eMTB in Forestry England forests?” It comes up because Forestry England manages some of the most popular riding venues in the country, from waymarked family routes and gravel loops through to proper trail-centre style…
DJI Avinox vs Bosch CX-R: what matters for UK eMTB riders
The DJI Avinox vs Bosch CX-R debate has become the new “pub argument” in the eMTB world because it looks simple at first glance. DJI arrived with headline numbers that made the industry blink, and Bosch responded with a motor that leans into race character and ecosystem refinement. On paper, it is tempting to reduce…
Bosch Performance Line CX-R: who it is actually for in 2026
Bosch’s Performance Line CX-R has quickly become one of the most searched eMTB motor names in the UK, partly because it sits right at the sharp end of the current “full-power arms race”. It is also confusing in a particular way. A lot of riders assume the CX-R is automatically “better “than the standard CX…
eMTB Forks and Suspension Explained: Brands, Set-ups, and What to Expect in the UK
If you’ve ever ridden two electric mountain bikes with the same travel numbers and come away thinking one felt calm and confident while the other felt harsh, vague or nervous, you’ve already discovered the truth about eMTB forks and suspension: the headline specs don’t tell you the full story. An eMTB suspension fork is defined…
10 reasons to buy an eMTB in 2026
If you’ve been hovering over the idea of an electric mountain bike for a while, 2026 is an unusually sensible year to make the jump. The eMTB market has matured to the point where buying an eMTB is no longer a niche move for early adopters or riders chasing big numbers on a spec sheet.…
How to choose the right e-MTB size
Getting the right size electric mountain bike matters more than most people expect, and not just for comfort. A well-sized e-MTB is easier to control on steep descents, more predictable on slippery climbs, less tiring over long rides, and generally feels like it’s working with you rather than against you. Get sizing wrong and even…
Basic e-MTB suspension setup: sag, rebound and tyre pressures (UK guide)
A good electric mountain bike doesn’t just come down to motor choice and battery size. Setup matters — a lot. Because e-MTBs are heavier and often ridden for longer, small setup errors can turn into big problems: harshness on repeated hits, vague steering on wet roots, rear-end wallow on climbs, or a bike that feels…
UK e-MTB law explained: when is an e-bike not an e-bike?
Electric mountain bikes sit in a slightly odd place in UK law. A legal e-MTB is treated much like a normal pedal cycle, which is why you can ride one in cycle lanes, store it at home without paperwork, and generally get on with life. But the moment a bike steps outside the legal definition…
