Ascent MD (Mid-drive)

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Ascent MD (Mid-drive)

Seriously trail-ready. Compare the 80 newton-metres of torque (turning force). Compare the 630 watt-hour battery size. Available in moss-green or blue-grey. Container departed China Oct 15. Expected arrival: November 10. Pre-order now. (See a review of the Bafang motor by Consumer Reports NZ).

$4,195.00

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The Ascent MD (mid drive) is a high-spec mountain bike in a step-through frame. Massive, 630 watt-hour battery with LG cells. Upper-end Suntour XCM suspension with 100mm of travel and lockout. Tektro hydraulic brakes. Schwalbe puncture resistant tyres. Trail style mudguards plus carrier & lights are standard. Handlebars can be straight as shown, or swept back. Plus you have the option of a Suntour NCX suspension seat post that gives the Ascent MD a full suspension feel, without the full suspension price. We’ve also built this bike on 26″ wheels so that even shorter riders will feel comfortable. Colour options are moss-green or grey-blue.

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Product Description

Motor Bafang M400 Max Drive motor, 80nm of torque. Highly rated by Consumer Reports NZ.
Battery Samsung 630 watt-hour (compare to others at 500 watt-hour)
Charger ST brand 3Amp CE/UL certified (more reliable than the commonly used SANS charger)
Charge time Approx. 4 hours
Controller Bafang M400
Estimated Range 45-90km.
Display Bafang LCD
Drive Mode Bafang pedal assist speed sensor + pedal assist torque sensor
Top Speed Not limited. Adjustable in display
Total Weight 26kg including battery
Frame 6061 Aluminium Alloy
Fork Suntour XCM with 100mm travel and lockout
Gearing 8 speed Shimano or SRAM cassette, 11-32 tooth freewheel cluster
Shift Shimano Acera or SRAM X4, rapid fire
Cranks 42 tooth chainring, 170mm Prowheel crank arms
Pedals Wellgo
Headset Neco, Sealed Bearing
Stem Adjustable stem
Handlebar Aluminum Alloy
Brake Tektro hydraulic with 180mm rotors
Levers Tektro levers and motor inhibitor
Grips Velo lock-on, comfortable rubber grips
Saddle Sprung memory foam for the ultimate in comfort
Colours Blue-grey or moss-green
Tyres Schwalbe Smart Sam puncture resistant, 26″ x 2.25″
Kickstand Massload kickstand
Lights Yes
Mudguards Yes
Rear carry rack Yes
Warranty 2 years on electrics, 6 years on frame, 12 months on other parts

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