Top 10 - Electric Mountain Bikes for 2022 - DREAM BIKE CHECK

[@RobRidesEMTB]

Damn! There are SO MANY great ebikes out there at the moment! Any personal favourites?

[@TubbyMTB]

Orbea Rise has to be my favourite seem as though I have two on order! By the time they arrive though no doubt they’ll be a load more new machines available to drool over

[@chillout1109]

Haibike Xduro AllMtn 7 (Although the AllMtn 6 in Urban Grey is my favourite)

[@Gufolicious]

@@TubbyMTB i have my rise since 2 months now. Riding it every day i simply cant stop, wont stop :D

[@MrFlapstick]

Hey Rob have you been able to get a look at the Haro? The Loam Wolf raved about it but there is not much info about it

[@pizzagorgonzola4699]

Levo, that i have, and Rise, that i'm waiting for, i would get a Kenovo SL if i had a bike park, or a mountain next to my door.

[@stevearmstrong8864]

I just got my Merida E160 9000 which I ordered based on your earlier test. Love it!

[@theuniversalschoolofachiev4865]

Thank you for going straight into the ratings. Appreciated

[@alundra199293]

When you need an allround bike wich is capabale from a normal tour over trails and bikepark nothing comes even close to the eOne Sixty. Perfect Bike.

[@deadagain9227]

I bought the orbea wild fs m team a few weeks back and absolutely love it. Coming off a 2019 Levo comp carbon which I never really fell in love with, this bike runs and rides like a dream. 👍

[@fzr1000981]

Wild FS is still my overall favorite

[@danfarmer_photo]

Rob, I have the Merida e-160 10K, I have an extra 10mm air spring in the front making it 170mm to slightly slacken out the head angle. There is simply nothing that this bike can’t do!

[@joshong7218]

Not only do these riders cause inconvenience. They also think they look pretty darn cool on a piece of junk modified to look like a motorbike. How anyone can actually ride such a thing on the road is really beyond me. I would be embarrassed to be seen next to one, let alone ride it. 1st comment. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHjVfaJ5ea6Ihbs&lc=UgwPQux3YOi-DWMtEvF4AaABAg

[@oliverg.8633]

The new 2022 Giant Trance X e+ looks different. The shown bike is the 21 model. I love my 2020 Trance e+0....never the less i allready ordered the new 2022. I enjoy your channel. Good job Rob!!!

[@NottherealRobWarner]

Had the Focus Jam2 6.9 for 2 months now 18 rides, 500+ miles 40 mile longest ride to date and cant flatten the battery, changed the head unit for a Kiox, forks swapped for a 160mm set of Fox 36 Performance, Swapped the magic mary to a Specialized Butcher front and Purgatory rear and my god what a bike - £5k with a few hundred on upgrades isnt too bad - The thing is a beast and so playful even as a 29er non mullet! Bang for Buck is right - Such an awesome bike!

[@ashsmtbadventures2668]

Ive had mine since last October...love it !!!

[@TubbyMTB]

A great selection of super sexy bikes accompanied with slick editing & filming. Top job Rob

[@RobRidesEMTB]

Cheers Tubby!

[@dansworld9635]

Just got my Levo SL and I love it.

[@NickyNicest]

Sick bike. I prefer the regular levo more power and battery

[@johnnyfountaine]

I broke My 2020 Orbea Wild FS TWICE within 6 months. Abandoned it for my Mondraker Crafty Carbon RR and all I can say is…..AHHH-MAZING!! I haven’t seen you test one.

[@joshowens2062]

Good to see Scott Genius 920 eride on top of the list 👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻

[@webster169]

Rob is the only one to give Giant a fair crack, thanks for that.

[@jimbo4203]

Just can't get giants in Tennessee, tried for over a year to get a ebike with no luck . Now the shop is closed for good, cant get any parts or bikes to sell

[@hubmotormadeintaiwan188]

Its spring is splendid and powerful too.

[@EPIISODE666]

Hey Rob, it's the SCOTT Ransom E-Ride 910 at the end (the 920 is the lower spect Model) ;-) you definitivly have to test it !!! (My personal Fav.)

[@omnomnom1391]

can confirm, got the 920, it's a beast downhill and uphill, but let's be honest, any bike on this list will do just fine for most of us.

[@jimbo4203]

@@omnomnom1391 yep , so true

[@cateodero3196]

I didn't know bikes could be this cool 💯💯💯💯💝

[@sjaan7370]

I can believe you haven't had the opportunity to tear it up on a Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay yet. Their high end Altitude Powerplay Carbon 70 comes in at only under $7000 euro and just rips! Very original e-bike!

[@garyconstantine4724]

I have One Well ahead of Their Time! Never a Review of Anyone really

[@trickyrickymtb5622]

Got my Rise M20 in June, specced up a few things n lovin it!!

[@scott5812]

I like the Troy Lee Apparel! Thanks for not waring Fox Sheet! Cheers mate!

[@curtisamos1615]

I've been riding Cannondale for 15 years..no complaints

[@ryan9149]

I bought my rail 7 mostly based on your experience and reviews of the rail 5. I absolutely love the thing, from the geo to the motor it’s absolutely outstanding

[@ianmangham4570]

I'll nick it 😂

[@johnbeaupre7904]

Rail 7 gets my vote. Solid bike at an affordable price with a vast network of support here in the USA. The S Works is a fine sled but the price is absurd.

[@setransou]

All that’s missing is a 38 fork and stronger wheels. The AL frames are best frame material for emtb!

[@RobRidesEMTB]

Pretty sure the 2022 have Zeb and 5)3 New RockShox Domain both in 38mm

[@chrispailor3317]

Would love to see a review on the Rocky Mountain powerplay

[@bbarker5766]

I've ridden an Altitude PP before and loved it.... well except for the seat and integrated battery but the seat can be changed easily. Lol

[@Emeric992]

@@bbarker5766 on the 2022 you'll be able to remove the battery.

[@rowannowell3876]

Nice Vid Rob you have a cracking talent for describing information so well, and every angle is spot on. I would be keen to see you expand on this and really go into bikes all the bikes you rate and also the ones you don't , be very interesting

[@miathemalinoisgsdx1320]

Had my Scott eRansom 910 since May. Its my first e-bike and I love it. Blasting around local woods on it takes me back to my MX and Enduro days. Thats the 910 at the end of your vid btw.

[@n31lrc]

I fancy one of these tbh

[@miathemalinoisgsdx1320]

@@n31lrc Had mine year now and still in love with it, so stable smashing down (and up) the rough stuff, probably not the tightest of turners but thats a price im prepared to pay for a bike that feels near crash proof.

[@BwvertriebDe]

Hey Rob, nice Video about the Bikes for 2022. There were some cool bikes indeed. Keep up the great content!

[@MysticalDragon73]

Caught a sale on Alpine Trail E2's and got one on order. Hard to beat for the price and quality.

[@philipwatson7883]

Why dit you not include the cube stereo hybrid 160 SL?

[@Jcool721]

Outstanding review! :-) Thanks Rob! Not so easy to make this kind of video. Lot of work and you definitely need thumps up.

[@NeilsEMTBWorld]

Nice one as always Rob 🤙🏻🔋⚡️

[@rokitman5753]

You gotta do a review on the NCM ebikes they are all over my town and seem like great bikes for 1.500.00 , i purchased one last year and its been really good. Last winter i put the bike in storage and managed to break the throttle, i called Leons Cycle told them what happened and they sent me a new one received in 4 days FOR FREE! I wanted to give them my credit card info but Leons said it was all good and have a blessed new year lol im not making this shit up folks when the reviews say Leon's cycle have the best service...believe it : )

[@essgee24]

Really enjoyed your video… look forward to neu ones …👍🏼👍🏼

[@abitofthisabitofthatwithda5379]

Ok and the common person can't afford these bikes! As nice as there!! Affordability is key!! To the average person 4000+ in any cash format is a fortune! Awesome vid on unaffordable e-bikes.

[@senseifreddy]

I’m currently waiting for my baby to arrive, hopefully this year🤷🏻 Orbea Rise❤️💪🏼🤙🏼

[@dignamshane]

I ordered my Orbea Wild FS in February this year. Told it would arrive in June. Still not here.

[@siriosstar4789]

Too many beautiful bikes to choose from . Overwhelming .

[@hiigara2085]

Orange. I can not get enough of the simple clean welds and maintainability. I really want a G510 mounted on one

[@Builtforthewild]

My dad just got a whyte e150 rs 2022 and it rips😍 so smooth and great to ride! Although I still prefer my levo😁

[@Tiralful]

First world problems.

[@andypatterson530]

Sooo many good bikes out there now. Where did you test the Orbea Rob?

[@jesuscelis4866]

I just bought a new SCOTT eRide strike 900 premium 2021 and I couldn’t be happier, you should mention that one.

[@albiball]

Hi Rob - did you get chance do a review on the Voima yet ? I’m about to order one - your input appreciated 👌

[@robertbransby]

My Marin E2 should be arriving by the end of August 😃😃

[@yakbiker75]

That's what I'm hanging out for too.

[@robertbransby]

@@yakbiker75 cool, ordered ours back in January 😳

[@yakbiker75]

@@robertbransby enjoy it when it arrives. I picked up an x2 in performance Elite for it off pinkbike cheap. Make it a little more playful than the coil. I'm currently riding a devinci ac.

[@jimherefordbmx]

'Should' being the key word there. I ordered an E2 last October and still no firm dates from dealers or Marin direct... every month, its the next month! Fingers crossed eh 🤞

[@stanleyg.4063]

Great edit work . But I miss some points 1.what shifting combo is on the bike ? Spezial shimano has crazy delivery times from around 86 weeks for dérailleurs and we know how quick they snap Spezial these long Cage 12 speed .. 2.bunnyhop ability of the bikes ..most of them are feeling so dead on the trail and it's super hard to pop them and generated speed om the trails 3. Super important the overall system weight...most of the guys buying emtb are big or heavy and then the shocks are quick on there limits 4.how long does it take to get a replacement motor ! Spezial Ep8 and Brose are braking down really quick software or hardware fails .. 5.how is the quality of the Wheelset because mainly the cheaper bikes coming with really let's say simple hubs and poor quality for heavy 250w emtb and often the bearings break and the spokes get loose and rip out so you have to spend directly big money to keep going 6.a lot of bike brands use the cheapest disc rotors where you only can use resin pads and mostly the brake power ist not enough These are some points I never see in tests so maybe you us them as a influence. Thanks and keep up the good work

[@asmirj4534]

Great video. Merida is my favorite on this list.

[@Mamawsw]

A also very intressting bike is the Giant Reign e + ! New "PW X2" / Sync Drive Motor with 85nm and 745 Batterie an Mullet set up !

[@L.u.c.k.y_L.u.c.i.a.n.o]

All are good. But where is Cube, Canyon and YT?

[@Boxbeat666]

Think hes only reviewing what hes ridden . Lucky guy

[@dragonerregimentnr.5788]

Cube, Schrott. KTM 👍

[@Fishter1]

Great video thanks! Surprised there’s no offering from Cube in there though…

[@karimayoubi74]

Dayyum, Rob. Very hard to choose between these (apart from the Levo - not spending that kind of money on a bike!) If you were spending your money, which would you buy? ps you're getting a lot of positive comments for your video production, and deservedly so, very professional looking video. Awesome work.

[@michaellane2501]

No yt? What about the 2022 yt decoy coming out? Be nice to see your review on this if you can get hold of one late autumn

[@garyconstantine4724]

Same as Rocky Mountain Bikes like this and even Fantic Rarely get a Review, sad ALWAYS the same ones,

[@JJ26PNW]

Is the Kenevo SL left off for any particular reason? Curious as I am considering it for my first ebike with 20 years riding mountain bikes but zero experience on ebikes.

[@jbsocal4764]

I too would like to know why the Kenevo SL was left off…not enough power compared to the others as high price? By the way, loved the review!

[@shanecurnyn4612]

Yeah that was weird. Did a whole video raving about it but then zero mention (?). If there’s an issue by all means let’s here it

[@mikeoxley9796]

Really surprised to not see the Commencal Meta Power 29 on this list. Great spec and the bike absolutely rips. Any reason it didn't make your list?

[@jozefpuk]

You previously praised the new Kellys Theos with its ground breaking Thermoplastic Hybrid Steel-Carbon Composite frame. I think you forgot to mention it in the video Rob

[@RobRidesEMTB]

No, I only featured bikes that are for sale and tested :-) there’s a few upcoming that look great, like the Kelly’s, Forestal, Pole Voima for example that I’ve covered in the past, but have not yet tested 👍

[@Todd66]

That Trek is beautiful. Really good channel you have going here Rob. I have really enjoyed your videos. Kudos

[@billderas3420]

Great summary Rob. Although you featured the Specialized Levo Gen 3 in your video, I would still have to give a nod to the Levo SL too. The SL fits my needs perfectly without being so heavy.

[@ashsmtbadventures2668]

I have the focus jam2 6.9 and absolutely love it 💚💯💚

[@paulflack9302]

Hi recently purchased the whyte e160 rs from ace cycles in Guildford and love the biike .

[@highlander5304]

Great reviews Rob! I subscribed How tall are you? I am 6'1 with 35 inseam. Thinking of getting Orbea Rise based on your review. Want to make sure I get the right size Thank you

[@macmovieman1]

Great review!

[@Carlos_rval]

Hola, donde puedo comprar es pata de cabra portátil que usas para sujetar la bici? 👍🏻

[@undeger]

Great review. Why is there no Mondraker? Are they that bad?

[@nevh7707]

Great review. Still, many people asking about the 2022 YT Decoy. Regardless of the 540Wh battery, which BTW has a 75mile range on Eco mode, now mounting the new Shimano EP8 motor and offered in two configurations and geometries: The classic Mullet and the new 29er, which has a new geometry (the 29er was released last year), optimal for all-mountain, trails and still good on descents with a 150mm fork and 145mm rear suspension. I cannot understand why the Decoy 29er has not been included in this top list. Especially now that I have purchased the top end YT Decoy 29er Core 4, AKA "the giant killer". I believe this is the only bike that can beat the Spczd Levo S-Works, with similar specs but half the price. :-)

[@mikeh5034]

Because no one like riding full fat E bike in ECO mode, especially for 75 miles. My buddy has the Elite..he rides eco, I ride trail on my 2021 Levo comp. and I wait for him, or he hides batts in the woods and swaps. YT was one of the 1st to mention a 700 batt, and turns out to be the last to produce one. Doesn't give much confidence in the brand. Plenty of other bikes ride just as good or better without the range issues.

[@nevh7707]

@@mikeh5034 E-bikes are more for riding up difficult hills, not for covering distances. If you want to cover distances you ride a normal bike. These toys allow you to ride up a trail and come down more times than if you ride an ordinary bike. And if you want to ride long trails, on Eco mode it’s the equivalent of an “organic” bike.

[@mikeh5034]

We will have to agree to disagree. The biggest benefit they provide IMO is covering alot of ground in a short time. This is useful to the full time worker that has a family and doesn't have all day to ride what a e bike can do in 2 hrs.

[@nevh7707]

@@mikeh5034 You are talking about flat range. Well, I am talking about going downhill more often as I can go up again in less time. It’s difficult to drain the whole 540Wh battery. If you need more juice, your friend is doing the right thing bringing an extra battery. And never forget that it all depends on the level of assisted pedalling you need/want. If you want maximum range, go for a motorcycle. I am a road biker, so I have a decent pair of legs to move my bike around. I got the Decoy so I don’t have to bother about painful cross-country climbs and have fun. I’d rather suffer on my road bike. Anyway, I don’t think YT releases 540Wh batteries if there weren’t a majority of riders that don’t drain the whole thing. They wouldn’t sell, and as far as I know, those bikes are sold out in no time. ;-) Hopefully, YT will release those 700Wh batteries in the next future. Better more than less.

[@motorhead9356]

Everything is awesome 😎

[@237311]

Helpful video my friend! Ive been looking for an ebike that's lightweight and as much as possible looks like a normal mountain bike.

[@Emis333]

Ordered Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 TM some days ago. Love to see a review

[@johnkucik1833]

Great show case of those ten very impressive e bikes ! & really need to also test ride , those honourable mentioned 3 at the end . A brand new realm, of competitive & fun to the max e bike extravaganza !

[@norcalchrismeister]

Cool vid! I recently purchased a Rail 7 and it's a beast! I still feel I'm getting a great workout cause I'm going twice as far as my regular mtn bike.

[@jimbo4203]

No dought, way better workout then watching TV, better than a exercise bike because your using your whole body to balance, steer and absorb bumps etc..

[@linustakee7547]

jajaja so good video love the jumptrail! now feel motivated what gest me going the longest while bike is delta parole or other rokk music!

[@silentbob3999]

love my giant trance x advanced e+ ;)

[@jameswalker1547]

Hi Rob. Great vid. Thanks. I love my Mondraker Crafty R. Did they not make the cut this year?

[@geekane9462]

Love my Santa Cruz Bullit XT coil build. It'll take me down almost anything, and makes climbing nearly as fun as the uphills. It's the only bike with true VPP and, in my opinion, the only bike with a totally proven suspension linkage in the VPP kinematics. It seems these days with ebikes, suspension linkage is not played up as much as in the 90s, when the linkage designers were in a race for their market share. Sure with a motor assist linkage is not as important to some, but to me that's exactly what is the performance heart of an mtb. Sweet bike this is, However, I'm missing one arm and one leg (+a kidney and my car) because I had to sell those to afford said bike. Haha.

[@laurentbugajski2976]

great review rob🙌🏻, i'm not really fan of giant but this trance looks fantastic. which pedals mount this giant rob????

[@muhdhisyam2144]

Hi sir, this video is very interesting and I really like the specialized turbo levo .... one more thing I want to ask, where do you get the videos of the bike? I'm interested in making a video like this, but I don't know where to get the video you made.

[@martinsalharriso2cou]

No YT Decoy in the list. Im pretty sure it was right at the top on value and fun on your EBometer, and now they've put the new motor in too. Any reason for excluding it??

[@RobRidesEMTB]

I feel that it needs a bigger battery personally - the 540Wh is on the lower side versus the rest of the current market. And the bike hasn't really changed in geometry since the launch in 2019, and the price is now almost £6k for the base model once shipped to the UK.

[@omranmohammed8134]

Hi rob 😊😊 can you tell me how are the totem mountain e bikes?

[@emtbtrailrider539]

I’d like to see a review of the SC Bullit, I’m patiently waiting 😆

[@jean-philippeschwartz642]

Hello, thanks for your vidéo ! You never test a Canyon Spectral:on ?

[@philseton5796]

Nice montage of 2021 bikes Rob. I own a 2021 Merida e160 and have ordered 2 2022 versions with bigger batteries for myself and my partner. I also have a 2020 Commencal meta power sx so I want a new long travel bike to replace it. I ordered a Voima frameset so can't wait for you to get one on test. Its not like there is a bad eMTB out these days but I definitely feel that long travel isn't a drama even for trail riding.

[@RobRidesEMTB]

That Voima looks great! Hopefully I can get a frame to build up for a future vid.

[@philseton5796]

@@RobRidesEMTB of you were 4" shorter you could borrow mine for a test. I doubt you will fit a K2 though.

[@brianthompson1045]

Definitely want to see a review of the Haro ebike!

[@arseh326a]

Good information well presented, thanks. I've enjoyed the videos I have seen of yours. Keep it up. I like the idea of ebikes, though the outrageous cost of these bicycles never fails to amaze me.... In the grand scheme of things, how do they justify the prices? All I can assume is that they add up the retail cost of all the individual parts they don't design or make themselves, add some r&d premium for frame or whatever feature they had tweaked for their bike, then add some more profit margin and then up it again for current covid logistical costs? Then stick some more on for the expensive and environmentally questionable lithium battery tech to ride the save the plant buzzwords? 🤔😂 I know they always said complicated machines (cars motorbikes etc) are always more useful and much less expensive than the sum of their parts. I get the impression the expense with ebike is a reversal of that, and they're nowhere near as complicated or useful in real world terms. Though I suppose whether it's viewed as a toy or a tool might influence the discussion, but either way, costs are supreme! To be fair, the prices of their lower tech pedalled only power predecessors were well into ridiculous territory, so they probably decided to continue the trend. Of course I'm probably wrong. Definitely in the eyes of those who've already overpaid for one. Still, if you value it and it provides you what you want, then I hope everyone has a lot of fun with it. Just make sure you keep it securely locked up! I guess the more people that overpay initially, the sooner the costs will hopefully come down to more realistic pricing for future customers! Keep buying guys, thanks 👍 😂 By the way, for those that are too sensitive, this is not 'hate'.

[@18stmaniac63]

full suspension is more comfortable but u right u gotta pay 2500 for a good bike

[@110markb]

The big question is not that there is a great many great eBikes. But will the bike shops actually have them in stock in multiple sizes so that they can be test ridden back to back before making a purchasing choice. Or will they be out of stock, or never stocked in the first place. I never saw a 2021 Specialized Levo or Kenevo. I don’t want to buy ‘what they have’, I may as well keep what I have and enjoy it for longer.

[@gajdyzzz]

Em... Where is Kellys Theos F90? beats most if not all mentioned

[@dzatskennel]

id love to know the review of the yt decoy..

[@craigirwin8463]

Not one mondraker crafty got to be kidding great spec bikes at a great price

[@Conandestrya]

How did the new YT decoy not even get a mention? And your in the UK !

[@joebuck4496]

What is the flagship eBike for bikepacking? In other words ruggedness without major speed, hill climbing, TOWING STRENGTH, walking assist mode, etc? Oh an internal rohloff hub.

[@waynegold4710]

Have you tried and or tested the GreyP bikes ? It would be great to have your thoughts

[@enigmaticnomadics]

I'm new to understanding the range based on the numbers your explaining. I really liked the Orbea test you did on range. is there any way we could hear about weight and range on future comparisons? Keep up the great work Rob. Your morning ride drone shots and slow-motion pans are outta sight! Definitely my favorite channel in this niche. Greeting from the Colorado, USA mountains.

[@tar2trail448]

I'd love to see you review the scott ransom.

[@paulryan8404]

Love the channel , I have a giant trance e but for my next bike I am getting fussy i want 1000wh battery with a gear box and belt drive not a mullet as I wanted to do distance and pack light when do you think the wish list will be feasible.

[@Alex-qo2nk]

Very good video thank you

[@electricmountainbike8]

where is the " Exess Ecross " 200mm front and rear travel + full carbon?

[@HeliTom84]

I STRONGLY recommend the Thok TK01R! It’s a cracking good bike with up to date geometry, upper class components, killer looks and very good price.

[@antalperge1007]

6,700 EUR is a good price?? 😂

[@HeliTom84]

@@antalperge1007 compared to the rest of the market; yes - it is.

[@jezarnold1106]

I've got a 2020 e160 9000 and absolutely love it. Only down side is the badly designed battery cover. Now waiting for the Yeti to come out later in the year.

[@RobRidesEMTB]

I really hope to see a Yeti ebike too!

[@jezarnold1106]

@@RobRidesEMTB interested to see what suspension platform they use, as the switch system won't fit. Maybe go back to the old Lawill system :-)

[@McNulty030]

I got an 8000, i only lost the cover once, but it looks a bit cheezy to me too ;)

[@bbarker5766]

Rob, I've had a small ride on the 2021 SC Bullitt and the Scott E-Ransom 920 and really liked both of them but it wasn't long enough to give you a real good in depth perspective but I'd probably go with the Ransom mostly do to budget and it seemed to fit me a little better right out of the box.

[@cesarlomibao2662]

Hey Rob!!!! Great video!! I ended up with the 2022 Specialized Turbo Levo S-Works. I absolutely love this eMTB. I got over 50 miles of trail riding using eco and trail mode on one full charge on the 700 Wh battery. I’m more than satisfied with the range and power this eMTB gives me. Thanks again. Best Regards, Cesar

[@RobRidesEMTB]

That is awesome!

[@gilbertogonzalez9494]

Why is the orbea rise the only most powerful light wait e bike when the forestal is lighter with 60nm of power as well?

[@rajeshdaryanani7806]

Mondraker Crafty R!

[@nicksadlermedia4145]

What are your thoughts on the giant stance E+ any chance we could get a review? Thanks!

[@Sluiz857]

I'm buying the Trek E caliber 9.6. What is your opinion about this bike? Greetings from Brazil

[@netsurfers9357]

I'm beginning to like the Delfast... but there are a lot of choices out there!

[@dazbbgful]

Hi Rob.Whatever happened to your Trek rail build or did I miss that one. ?