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2021 Cannondale

Moterra Neo 2

A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with high-end components.
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Manufacturer Price

$7,000
FrameCarbon
SuspensionFull, 160 / 160mm
ForkRockShox Lyrik Select
ShockRockShox Deluxe Select+
Wheels29″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 12
GroupsetGX Eagle, NX Eagle
MotorBosch
BatteryBosch 625Wh
BrakesMagura MT5 Hydraulic Disc
SeatpostDropper
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Gearing

A bike with lower gearing will be easier to ride up steep hills, while a higher top end means it will pedal faster down hills.

Lowest gear

(climbing)

27 mph

Moterra Neo 2

26 mph

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Highest gear

(descending)

Sizing
SM

5'2" – 5'8"

MD

5'6" – 5'11"

LG

5'10" – 6'3"

XL

6'1" – 6'7"

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Reviews

Summary

The Cannondale Moterra Neo is a versatile downhill e-bike praised for its balanced suspension, powerful Bosch motor, and excellent traction. While it excels in rowdy terrain and offers a comfortable ride, some reviews note limitations in tight corners and technical climbs. Its design ensures consistent performance across frame sizes, making it a solid choice for a wide range of riders.

Pros
  • Balanced and active suspension with good mix of traction and support

  • Bosch Performance Line CX motor with 625Wh battery

  • Proportional Response concept for consistent ride across frame sizes

  • 160mm of travel from four-bar linkage

  • Excellent traction under braking

Cons
  • Sluggish in tight corners

  • Technical climbs can be challenging

  • Limited steering lock

  • Seat angle could be steeper for very steep climbs

  • Overly tall seat tube limiting drop

Key Quotes
A blast to ride, with great suspension, a composed feel and solid spec. Not perfect, but a lot of fun.
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With its intuitive and good-natured handling, the Cannondale Moterra Neo Carbon 1 appeals to a wide range of riders – everyone from touring freaks to ambitious trail surfers.
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Cannondale has nailed the tune of the RockShox SuperDeluxe shock.
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E-Mountainbike Magazine
The 2022 Cannondale Moterra Neo Carbon 2 – A capable eMTB with a trekking option

Aug 2022 · Julian Schwede

First ride review of the 2022 Cannondale Moterra Neo Carbon 2, offering 150 mm travel front and rear. How much has changed compared to the predecessor?

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Pinkbike
First Look: The Cannondale Moterra Neo eMTB Lineup Gets Aggressive Angles & A Bigger Battery

Apr 2022 · Alicia Leggett

The new Moterra Neo comes in 165mm LT and 150mm non-LT versions, along with an alloy option.

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BikeRadar
Cannondale Moterra NEO Carbon SE first ride review

Jul 2021 · Robin Weaver

All the bike park fun without the need for an uplift?

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VeloNews
Cannondale Moterra Neo 2 review

Nov 2020 · Berne Broudy

The Moterra Neo 2's carbon frame and 160mm of travel is versatile, nimble, and fun whether you're climbing or descending.

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Velo
Cannondale Moterra Neo 2 review

Nov 2020 · Berne Broudy

The Moterra Neo 2's carbon frame and 160mm of travel is versatile, nimble, and fun whether you're climbing or descending.

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MBR
Cannondale Moterra Neo SE review (2020) - MBR

Oct 2020 · Alan Muldoon

Cannondale Moterra Neo SE has been modified for more extreme riding; same 160mm travel frame but it has been hopped up with a 180mm RockShox Boxxer fork.

Highs
  • Great suspension response.

Lows
  • Switchbacks are its nemesis.

  • No reverse mode.

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Mountain Bike Action
Mountain Bike Action Bike Test: Cannondale Moterra Neo 1 Trail Bike

Sep 2020 · McCoy

It can absolutely go as fast as the rider is able

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

160mm travel, Carbon Front Triangle, SmartForm C1 Alloy Swingarm, Proportional Response Tuned Suspension, removable downtube battery, alloy skid plate, Ai offset drivetrain, internal cable routing, 148x12mm thru-axle, post mount brake, tapered headtube, 160mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned Suspension, Removable downtube battery, Alloy skid plate, Ai offset drivetrain, Internal cable routing, 148x12mm thru-axle, Post mount brake, Tapered headtube

BB StandardCannondale AI, 83mm, Press Fit

Fork

RockShox Lyrik Select Charger RC, 160mm, DebonAir, 15x110, tapered steerer, 51mm offset

Travel160mm

Spring TypeAir

Shock

RockShox Deluxe Select + RT, DebonAir

Travel160mm

Bottom Bracket

Cannondale AI, 83mm, press-fit

Headset

Integrated Sealed Bearing, Tapered

Stem

Cannondale 3, 3D Forged 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 31.8, 0-degree

Handlebar

Cannondale 3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 15mm rise, 8° sweep, 4° rise, 780mm

Saddle

Fabric Scoop Shallow Sport, steel rails

Seatpost

Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 100mm (S), 125mm (M), 150mm (L/XL)

TypeDropper

Grips

Fabric Funguy Locking Grips

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

SRAM GX Eagle

Crank

Bosch Gen4 w/ custom Ai offset, 34T

Shifters

SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed

Cassette

SRAM PG-1230, NX Eagle, 11-50, 12-speed

Chain

SRAM NX Eagle, 12-speed

Brakes

Magura MT5 4-piston hydro disc, 220/203mm Spider rotors

TypeMagura MT5 Hydraulic Disc

Brake Levers

Magura MT5 Trail HC hydro disc

Wheels
Rims

WTB ST i29 TCS, 32h, tubeless ready

Spokes

DT Swiss Champion

Front Hub

(F) Formula 15x110

Rear Hub

(R) SRAM 746, 12x148

Tires

Front: (F) Maxxis Minion DHF, 27.5/29 x 2.6", 3C compound, EXO+, tubeless ready, Rear: (R) Maxxis Minion DHR II, 27.5/29 x 2.6", 3C compound, EXO+, tubeless ready

Electric Components
Motor

Bosch PowerTube, 625Wh

Battery

Bosch PowerTube, 625Wh

Display

Bosch Purion

Charger

Bosch 4a

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