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GAIN M21e 1X
A carbon frame endurance e-bike with high-end components and sram force hydraulic disc brakes.
Manufacturer Price
£6,999($9,260)| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Fork | Carbon |
| Wheels | 700c Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 Electronic |
| Groupset | Force, Force XPLR eTap |
| Motor | MAHLE 55Nm hub-drive |
| Battery | MAHLE 353Wh |
| Brakes | SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
5'2" – 5'6"
5'4" – 5'9"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'9" – 6'2"
6'0" – 6'4"
6'1" – 6'5"
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Summary
The Orbea Gain is a lightweight endurance e-road bike featuring the Mahle X20 hub drive motor for smooth, natural power delivery that enhances rather than dominates the riding experience. Its geometry is optimized for balanced handling and comfort, with clearance for wider tires and integrated lights for practicality. Reviewers praise its ability to provide substantial assistance while maintaining a natural ride feel, making it ideal for extended rides and varied terrain.
Lightweight Mahle X20 hub drive motor
Natural and smooth power delivery
Balanced geometry for excellent handling
Integrated front and rear lights
Customizable through Orbea's MyO program
Heavier than some high-end e-road bikes
Limited to 35 mm tire clearance
Firmer rear due to rear hub motor weight
Orbea gives their versatile Gain road & gravel ebike a lighter and stealthy power boost with an upgrade to the Mahle X20 – the 'lightest e-bike drive system on the market'
BikerumorThe Gain’s ride feel outclasses every e-road bike I’ve tested in the past
BikeRadarThe new Gain sure doesn’t look like an e-bike.
Cycling TipsIt’s intended to allow you to get out and still have a decent intensity cardio workout, but without going into the red – more like you’re just having a really good day on the bike, as opposed to feeling superhuman.
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Aug 2023 · Warren Rossiter
Orbea’s latest premium lightweight e-road bike
Clever system
Light weight
Impressive range
Superbike build
Dura ace di2 build might be overkill
Jan 2023 · Cory Benson
2023 Orbea Gain carbon ebikes get lighter, more powerful Mahle X20 upgrade, along with other refinements for better road & gravel riding...
Jan 2023 · Dave Everett
It's 2023, and Shoddy Dave's temporarily traded in his old road racing ways for Orbea's new e-road bike.
Jan 2023 · Dave Everett
It's 2023, and Shoddy Dave's temporarily traded in his old road racing ways for Orbea's new e-road bike.
| Frame | Orbea Gain Carbon OMR monocoque structure, Integrated Seat clamp with STVZO light, ICR cable routing, Thru Axle 12x142mm rear, thread M12x2 P1, Flat Mount disc, 700x35 max tyre, BB386 EVO, Mahle X20 AMC plug. BB Standard: BB86/BB92, Press Fit Colors: Fantasy Purple Carbon View (Gloss) - Orange Cloud (Matt); Halo Silver (Matt) - Blue Carbon View (Gloss); Customizable |
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| Fork | Gain OMR carbon fork, 700x35 maximun tyre, Flat Mount disc, Thru Axle 12x100mm, thread M12x2 P1 |
| Bottom Bracket | BB86/BB92, press-fit |
| Stem | OC Road Performance RP10, -8º |
| Handlebar | OC Road Performance RP10-R Carbon, Rise 15, Reach 70, Drop 125 |
| Saddle | Fizik Vento Antares R3 Kium Rail 140mm |
| Seatpost | OC Performance XP10 Carbon, 27.2mm, Setback 0 Type: Rigid |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM Force XPLR AXS 12s |
|---|---|
| Crank | SRAM Force Dub Wide 40t |
| Shifters | SRAM Force AXS |
| Cassette | SRAM XG-1271 XPLR 10-44t 12-Speed |
| Chain | SRAM Force 12-Speed |
| Brakes | SRAM Force AXS Type: SRAM Force Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Alloy, Tubeless, 700c, 21c |
|---|---|
| Tires | Pirelli Cinturato™ Gravel H 700x35c TLR |
| Motor | Mahle motor hub X20, ALC |
|---|---|
| Battery | Mahle iX350 36V 353Wh |
| Remote | Mahle ONE Head Unit (BT/ANT+) |
| Display | Mahle Pulsar One monochrome ANT+ LEV |
| Charger | Mahle Active Charger up to 4A |
| Lights | Front: Front position light, on display holder, COB Led, On/Off, 60 Lumen, ECE50., Rear: Rear position light, on saddle clamp, COB Led, On/Off, 12 Lumen. STVZO |
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First added December 24
Last updated June 28
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