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Today’s Deals2024 Eminent
Drive MT Comp
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price
$9,099| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 160 / 170mm |
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z1 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | SLX, Deore |
| Motor | Shimano 85Nm mid-drive |
| Brakes | TRP Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
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View Comparison5'4" – 5'10"
5'8" – 6'3"
6'0" – 6'6"
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Summary
The Eminent Drive is a high-pivot enduro e-bike that excels in downhill performance with exceptional stability and confidence, thanks to its supportive suspension and modern geometry. It's playful on the trail, offering a responsive and agile ride, though it comes with a smaller battery size and some weight considerations compared to competitors. The bike's design and Shimano EP8 motor integration highlight its innovative approach to e-bike performance.
High-pivot design for better traction and stability
Playful and responsive on the trail
Supportive suspension with excellent bottom-out control
Modern geometry with adjustable settings via flip chip
Shimano EP8 motor provides smooth power delivery
Smaller battery size compared to full-power eMTBs
Heavier weight for its battery size
Limited tunability of the Marzocchi Bomber Z1 fork
Motor's cadence dependency
Undergunned brakes for the bike's momentum
What stood out was just how much the Eminent Drive liked to goof off on the trail.
BetaThe Drive was right at home, flying into gnarly trails with exceptional stability and confidence.
Vital MTBThe ideal rider for this bike is someone who wants to get up to get down and prioritizes downhill capability.Pinkbike
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Jul 2022 · Jason_Schroeder
With a descent-focused mentality and manageable weight, Eminent’s first eMTB strikes an impressive balance of stability and responsiveness ideal for aggressive riders.
Dec 2021 · Travis Engel
Two great tastes that taste great together
Dec 2021 · Alicia Leggett
Eminent has applied the Active Float System suspension design to an eMTB and added a high pivot.
| Frame | Eminent Drive (160mm) BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Tire Clearance: 2.6" Colors: Navy-Turquois-Gloss; Olive-Tan-Gloss |
|---|---|
| Fork | Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Grip 170, 44mm offset Travel: 170mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance 230 x 60 Travel: 160mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano BB92 |
| Headset | FSA |
| Stem | Raceface Turbine 40mm x 35mm dia. |
| Handlebar | Pro Taper Aluminum 810mm 25mm rise x 35mm dia. |
| Saddle | WTB Volt Comp |
| Seatpost | KS Rage 34.9 Type: Dropper |
| Rear Derailleur | SLX M7100 - 12 spd rear derailleur |
|---|---|
| Crank | Deore 6100 - Front Crank w/34T chainring |
| Shifters | SLX M7100 - 12 spd shifter |
| Cassette | Deore M6100 - 12 spd cassette |
| Chain | Deore M6100 - 12 spd chain |
| Chain Guide | Integrated Top Guide |
| Brakes | TRP Slate 4 Piston - F & R Type: TRP Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Sun Ringle Duroc SD37 Expert Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Tires | Maxxis |
| Disc Rotors | TRP Rotors 203 - F & R |
| Motor | Shimano EP8 |
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First added July 17
Last updated October 18
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