Privateer is a UK-based producer of premium mountain bikes. The model has developed fairly a reputation for itself because it makes premium and performance-oriented designs accessible to non-professional athletes with out sponsors from large identify manufacturers. Within the course of, the model has certainly entered the aggressive enduro MTB scene, with athletes racing beneath the model. 

Nonetheless, the tech and options Privateer’s bikes carry to the desk rival these of mainstream marques, whereas being supplied at a fraction of the associated fee. The model has, in truth, dipped its toes within the quickly rising electrical mountain bike phase with the launch of the E-161. In accordance with the model’s web site, the E-161 was constructed on the request of EWS racer Matt Stuttard, who needed a succesful enduro bike to coach with, however with the added electrical increase to assist him get again as much as the path head with ease. 

The chance to construct the e-bike got here when Shimano and Privateer joined forces. As such, the E-161 electrical enduro was born. It options various premium know-how – know-how you’d look forward to finding in a race-ready enduro mountain bike. Powering the E-161 is none aside from the Shimano EP801 electrical motor, with a formidable 85 Newton-meters of torque and a peak energy of 500 watts. As for the battery, the E-161 is rocking a 630-watt-hour energy pack from Shimano.  

With its sturdy, full-suspension body manufactured from 6061-T6 aluminum, the Privateer E-161 stands out as a succesful enduro machine. For improved efficiency, it has a 170-millimeter Fox 38 Efficiency Elite E-Bike+ fork. The Fox Float X2 Efficiency rear shock supplies a big 161 millimeters of rear wheel journey. Its mixed-wheel configuration features a 29-inch entrance wheel and a 27.5-inch rear wheel with HUNT E All-Mountain rims. Moreover, the bike is outfitted with a reliable and long-lasting Shimano SLX 12-speed transmission.

The Privateer e161 is out there in a single configuration which incorporates the mid to high-end parts said above. The promoting worth is 7,499 Euros, which is roughly $8,385 USD. When in comparison with related caliber e-bikes from different producers, which often exceed the $10,000 USD mark, this pricing makes it pleasantly accessible, however nonetheless on the premium facet of the spectrum. Pre-orders for the bike, which is available in Black or Uncooked finishes, at the moment are open, with delivery anticipated to start within the first week of August 2023.