E-Mountainbikes

Why is an e-mountain bike worthwhile ?

The e-bike as a mountain bike has long been the talk of the town. But what makes the motorized mountain bike so special? Quite simple: The heart of the e-mountain bike is of course its powerful, battery-powered electric motor.
The motor assistance means that you get off the ground faster and with significantly less effort. Especially in steep and rough terrain, this is of course a huge advantage. You will see: With an e-mountain bike, you are assured of maximum riding comfort with a high fun factor!
An e-mountain bike is exactly the right bike for you if you ...

• ... have never ridden a mountain bike before.
• ... want to improve your physical fitness.
• ... are plagued by physical ailments (e.g. knee problems) that normally prevent you from cycling.
• ... you don't want to be deprived of the fun of cycling even at an older age.
• ... you want even more riding pleasure.

How do I find the right E-MTB?

An e-mountain bike is of course without question a big investment. That's exactly why we tell you below what you should look for when buying an e-mountain bike in the Fitstore24 online store.

Hardtail or Fully?

As with a classic mountain bike, you should also ask yourself when buying an e-mountain bike whether hardtail or fully suits you better. Depending on the area of use, your decision can be different:

• A hardtail is only suspended at the front fork. Compared to the Fully, it is cheaper, easier to maintain and has a better power transmission of the engine. The hardtail is worthwhile for rides on paved roads, dirt roads and forest roads. If, for example, you want to do your daily commute to work with the E-MTB, the hardtail is the best choice.
• A Fully is suspended at the front fork and at the rear. Due to the suspension at the front and rear of the e-mountain bike, an e-fully promises comparatively higher stability and traction. If you want to ride in challenging terrain, for example, you are best advised with a fully.

Wheel size for the e-mountain bike

In addition to the suspension, the wheel size is also crucial when buying an e-mountain bike. At Fitstore24 you have the choice between 27.5 inches and 29 inches. With the help of the following comparison, you can better assess which wheel size is more suitable for you:

Motor

The motor is the heart of every e-mountain bike and therefore an important decision criterion. At Fitstore24 you have the choice between 250 watt motors from well-known manufacturers such as Bosch, Yamaha, Shimano and Panasonic. 

In addition to the manufacturer, the position of the motor is of course also crucial. You have the choice between mid-motor and rear motor:

• Thanks to its attachment to the bottom bracket, in the middle of the E-MTB, the mid-motor offers an ideal weight distribution and thus optimal handling. This advantage is particularly noticeable on steeper descents and winding trails. In addition, an e-mountain bike with a mid-motor is very similar to the handling of a non-motorized mountain bike.
• The rear motor forms a unit with the rear wheel hub. Because of the noticeable thrust from behind, the rear motor conveys a distinctly sporty riding experience. 

The following applies: The mid-mounted motor has now become established on almost all e-bikes. There are only a few models that are still equipped with a hub motor (especially inexpensive e-citybikes and some e-racing bikes). Although the motor in the hub has a better efficiency, it is usually weaker on hills.

Battery

A powerful battery is also one of the most important components of an e-mountain bike. When choosing a battery, you should ask yourself the following questions:

• Capacity: do you want to cover only short or also longer distances with your e-mountain bike? And do you want to cover them mainly in power-saving mode or with full power? The following applies here: The higher the capacity, the greater the range. Depending on the type of route and motor support, you should choose a battery with a higher or lower capacity.
• Positioning: Should the battery be integrated into the frame or visibly attached to the down tube? Integrated batteries are of course visually more appealing, but at the same time they weigh a bit more. Batteries that sit in the frame triangle are less visually appealing. But they allow for easier charging because they can be removed with just a flick of the wrist.

Frame size

When buying an e-mountain bike, you also have to decide on the right e-bike frame size. Which frame size is best for you depends on your individual body size, stride length and arm length.

HINT

You can easily determine the optimal frame size at Fitstore24. Use our frame size calculator for your desired bike in our store.

Carbon or aluminum frame for the E-MTB?

If you want to buy an e-mountain bike, you have the choice between a frame made of carbon or aluminum. Carbon is significantly more expensive than aluminum, but it also has a lower weight and a very high stiffness. How about the Kneissl Design WorldChampion, the all-rounder from the East Tyrolean mountains?

Or would you prefer an E-MTB with a cheaper and easy-to-clean aluminum frame? Then you might be interested in the powerful PRIME 29 from Mondraker! But of course you will find many more models in our range!

E-mountain bike: men's vs. women's models

One thing is for sure: For maximum riding pleasure, you need an e-mountain bike that fits you like a glove. That's why at Fitstore24 you'll find both e-mountain bikes for men and e-mountain bikes for women.
But what are the actual differences here? One thing in advance: men's and women's models do not differ at all in their quality, but in terms of these points:

• Frame size: probably the most obvious difference between men and women is their body size. That is exactly why an appropriate frame size must be selected. An e-mountain bike for men must have a larger frame than an e-MTB for women.
• Frame shape: At Fitstore24 you can find deep-legged, diamond frames and trapezoidal frames. Women often prefer a deep-entry frame, as they make it easier to get on and off the bike. Men, on the other hand, tend mainly to diamond and trapeze frames.
• Wheel size: Because men are usually taller than women, they need e-mountain bikes with a larger wheel size.
• Optics: In our range, we offer e-mountain bikes in dark and refreshing colors. Men tend here mostly to the muted colors, whereas women like more color comes into play.

E-Mountainbike buy in Austria - now at Fitstore24

You want to buy an e-mountain bike and use it as sports equipment or everyday bike? At Fitstore24 you are exactly right if you want to buy an e-mountain bike. Because with us you will find the largest selection of e-mountain bikes in Austria - and on top of that at the lowest prices. Whether you choose an e-mountain bike from Haibike, Cube, Rotwild, Kross, Mondraker or Flyer: In our online store you will definitely find what you are looking for!

Frequently asked questions about e-mountain bike