The Velduro Rogue R is a new-name, big-intent eMTB that’s landing squarely in the “gravity first” category. Rather than trying to be a lightweight trail all-rounder, the Velduro Rogue R is being pitched as a downhill-leaning enduro eMTB: long travel, a mullet setup, and the DJI Avinox drive system paired with an 800Wh battery. In other words, it’s designed for riders who want repeated steep laps without relying on uplift, and who prioritise stability and composure when the trail gets rough and fast.

This matters for UK riders because the current full-power eMTB conversation is shifting. We’re no longer just comparing Bosch vs Shimano vs Brose; we’re seeing new motor systems arrive with very different power delivery, different app ecosystems, and different approaches to controls and displays. The Rogue R is interesting because it combines that new-motor momentum with a frame concept that’s unapologetically about descending confidence—exactly the type of bike many riders want for UK bike parks and steep natural tracks, but not necessarily what everyone needs for mixed trail-centre loops.

If you want background on what actually changes between motor systems (beyond torque figures), it’s worth reading eMTB motors and batteries explained — because the Avinox story is as much about response, traction management and user interface as it is about headline numbers.

What the Velduro Rogue R is trying to be

Early coverage frames the Velduro Rogue R as a “DH bike in an enduro bike’s clothing”, and that description is consistent with the numbers being discussed. Pinkbike’s first ride overview (https://www.pinkbike.com/news/first-ride-the-avinox-powered-velduro-rogue-r-is-dh-bike-in-an-enduro-bikes-clothing.html) describes a long-travel setup aimed at hard descending and repeated big hits, rather than a polite trail-bike feel.

Velduro’s own UK product page for the Rogue R leans into the same idea, listing a 170mm FOX 38 fork and a FOX Float X2 shock, plus SRAM Maven brakes and GX Eagle AXS shifting (https://velduro.co.uk/products/velduro-rogue-r). That spec isn’t subtle; it’s what you choose when you expect speed, weight and impact forces to be part of everyday riding, not occasional moments.

For an Electric MTB UK audience, the clean takeaway is this: the Velduro Rogue R is a gravity eMTB built for riders who regularly point their eMTB down steep, technical terrain and want it to feel planted at pace. If your riding is mostly red trail-centre loops and linking bridleways, this may be more bike than you need. If your riding revolves around descending—especially at venues you’ll recognise from our UK bike parks and trail centres guide — the Rogue R’s brief makes a lot more sense.

DJI Avinox and the 800Wh battery: why it’s more than a spec-sheet flex

The headline hook is the motor system. The Velduro Rogue R uses the DJI Avinox drive unit with an 800Wh battery, and Pinkbike’s early reporting highlights Avinox’s attention-grabbing peak figures and how quickly it has become a disruptor in the eMTB market (https://www.pinkbike.com/news/first-ride-the-avinox-powered-velduro-rogue-r-is-dh-bike-in-an-enduro-bikes-clothing.html). The important UK reality, though, is that raw output only matters if the bike can translate it into traction—especially on wet roots, steep chalk, slick rock and sloppy winter climbs.

That’s the practical lens to apply to the Velduro Rogue R: how controllable does Avinox feel when you’re climbing slowly on poor surfaces, and how consistently does it deliver assistance when you’re already near the limit of grip? If you want a useful broader comparison rather than a brand-vs-brand argument, BikeRadar’s Avinox vs Bosch CX-R piece is a good reference point for how “ride feel” and support networks can matter as much as numbers (https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/versus/dji-avinox-m1-versus-bosch-performance-line-cx-r).

Battery capacity is the other reason the Rogue R will appeal to gravity-focused UK riders. An 800Wh battery is a sensible pairing for a bike that’s designed to be ridden hard: repeated high-load climbs, more acceleration, and more time spent in higher-assist modes on steep terrain. Velduro’s own listing positions the Rogue R as an “all-day capability” eMTB with the 800Wh pack (https://velduro.co.uk/products/velduro-rogue-r). The ownership question is how that capacity translates into real-world range when you ride it like it’s meant to be ridden—because gravity eMTB use is typically more demanding on batteries than steady trail mileage.

One point worth keeping clear for Electric MTB UK readers: whatever the peak talk, this is still a UK/EU pedal-assist eMTB category product rather than a loophole machine. If you’re ever unsure where the legal lines sit, our explainer is here: https://electricmtbuk.co.uk/uk-emtb-law-explained/

Price, availability, and the UK buyer checklist

In the UK, the Velduro Rogue R is being shown at £9,000 on Velduro’s UK site (https://velduro.co.uk/) and is also appearing via UK retailers as a pre-order at the same price, with delivery windows being quoted around spring 2026 (one example listing: https://www.sprocketscycles.com/products/velduro-rogue-r-full-suspension-electric-mountain-bike-2026). That positions it as a premium, flagship-level gravity eMTB purchase rather than a mainstream value play.

Before you get seduced by the concept, there are three sensible checks for UK buyers:

First, confirm the support pathway. With any newer-to-market brand and a newer motor ecosystem, it’s important to know who handles warranty cases, where the service points are, and what turnaround looks like during peak riding season. That matters as much as suspension spec if this is going to be your main bike.

Second, be honest about where you ride most. The Rogue R looks built for steep, rough terrain and bike-park pace. If your weekly riding is mixed trail-centre loops, a more balanced full-suspension eMTB may be the better “one-bike” option. Our current roundup is here if you want that broader context: https://electricmtbuk.co.uk/best-full-suspension-emtb-2026/ (and the wider market view here: https://electricmtbuk.co.uk/best-emtb-2026/).

Third, plan your setup for UK conditions. A gravity eMTB only rides as well as its tyres, brake pads and suspension tune allow. If you’re buying a Velduro Rogue R to ride hard through UK winter and into bike-park season, think in terms of proper casing tyres and brake setup from day one, not “I’ll upgrade later”.

Taken as a whole, the Velduro Rogue R is one of the more interesting Avinox-powered eMTBs to surface for riders who prioritise descending. The key is to treat it as what it appears to be: a gravity tool with a powerful new-school motor system, rather than a general-purpose trail bike with a flashy spec sheet.