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SHUTTLE RACE XT
A 29″ carbon frame full suspension trail e-bike with upper mid-range components.
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$9,499| Frame | Carbon |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 140 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 12 |
| Groupset | XT, SLX |
| Motor | Shimano 500W 85Nm mid-drive |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
5'4" – 5'9"
5'7" – 6'0"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'8"
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Mar 2024
The Pivot Shuttle SL, ideal for climbing with agile geometry and ample torque even in lower output modes, excels in tackling technical climbs and tight switchbacks, albeit with a slightly less composed feel on descents compared to enduro-focused pedal assist bikes, offering adjustable tuning to balance increased assistance with battery range.
Very light given its 430 Wh battery
Best in class for technical climbs
Agile and responsive geometry makes bike feel even lighter than it is
Unique motor tune (which can be changed) decreases battery range in most settings
Quickly reaches its intended limits on high speed, technical descents
Dec 2023 · December 8, 2023
The Shuttle SL represents the Arizona-based brands debut entry into the increasingly popular ‘Super Light’ e-MTB category and ever since it was first unveiled late last year this bike certainly has been grabbing a lot of attention thanks to its striking appearance combined with a very impressive list of performance stats. This is a bike that we were extremely excited to get our hands on for review here at the mag due to the fact that we are big fans […]
Oct 2023 · Ron Koch
With plentiful, well-tuned suspension; seemingly telepathic handling; and Shimano’s smooth, powerful nature, there is a lot to love about the Shuttle LT.
Aug 2023 · Alan Muldoon
I find it ironic that my news feed is constantly presenting me with horror-stories about the potential dangers of AI. Yet, the feed itself is driven by AI. Maybe it’s trying to tell me that my days as bike test editor at MBR are numbered, and soon all bike reviews will be compiled by ChatGPT. Too late… I think some already are. But what’s this got to do with the Pivot Cycles Shuttle LT 29 Team XTR? Well, it’s blatantly obvious that the model name has been configured to satisfy a search engine, rather than provoking the desired emotional response in a living, breathing, human being. Best electric mountain bikes: reviewed and rated by experts On the plus side, it does give you a pretty good snapshot of the bike rather than a fuzzy feeling of wellbeing. Clearly it’s a full 29er, has XTR brakes and drivetrain and it’s long travel. How long? Well, the top end bike of two uses a 170mm Fox 38 Factory fork combined with a Float X shock to control the DW-Link rear suspension that pumps out 160mm travel on the money. In short, it’s a pedal assist version of the Firebird. Need to know Pedal assist version of Pivot’s popular Firebird enduro bike Full carbon frame and 29in wheels make it light and fast Shimano EP8 motor is paired with Darfon 756Wh battery to extend range Fox Factory suspension delivers 170mm up front with 10mm less on the rear Shimano XTR drivetrain and brakes make for a Gucci build Four frame sizes, with generous reach measurements and short seat tubes Also available with an SLX/XT build option for £10k Assistance comes in the form of a Shimano EP8 motor with its 85Nm torque and 500W peak power. Not as punchy as offerings from Bosch or Specialized, and already superseded by Shimano’s latest EP801 motor that boasts 600W peak power. What Shimano’s EP8 motor lacks in grunt though, it makes up for with gains in efficiency, as it’s noticeably less energy sapping when pushed past the 15.5mph assistance limit. Shimano’s e-bike batteries tend to deliver less range that equivalent units from second party suppliers, so Pivot has been smart in speccing a 756Wh battery from Darfon to boost the range of the Shuttle LT. It uses a custom charging port and the battery slides out the bottom of the down tube in a similar fashion to the Specialized Turbo Levo, Canyon Spectral:ON and Whyte E-160. Handy for aspiring racers, charging the battery indoors or simply razzing around in Boost mode with a spare battery in the car for round two. Which is the best e-bike motor? Power, punch and range compared Battery swaps couldn’t be more straightforward either. Simply undo the two bolts in front of the motor and the motor cover swings back to reveal a web of wires. Unplug the connector from the battery and it slides straight out. The Darfon battery weighs 4.02kg. To make the bike feel more dynamic, Pivot has …Continue reading »
Snappy handling. Great suspension. It takes a full-size water bottle. Battery swaps are a breeze. Fast everywhere
Shimano XTR brakes with Galfer rotors is not a winning combination. BB height could be a hair lower in the low setting. It’s expensive and doesn’t have the latest Shimano EP801 motor. Needs a higher rise bar
Aug 2023 · Tom Marvin
Pivot's latest eMTB, designed to shine whatever the terrain
Neutral suspension deals with terrain without complaint
Middle of the road geometry makes it easy to get on and ride
Top-end motor's performance is stellar
Hugely expensive
Would benefit from having tougher tyres for techy terrain
Aug 2023 · Julian Schwede
Pivot introduce the new Shuttle AM: an eMTB that promises to hit the sweet spot and let everyone reach new heights.
Suspension offers loads of pop and support
Doesn’t bob on the climbs and generates tons of traction
Bosch CX Race motor pushes tirelessly up any incline
Internally routed hoses rattle in the frame
Entry level model has to make do with a smaller battery
Hefty price point
Aug 2023
With its Bosch system and mid-travel platform, the brand new Pivot Shuttle AM is the Goldolocks of the Pivot Cycles e-MTB lineup.
Superb, cloud-like suspension
Mighty Bosch CX motor with neat integration
Comfortable all-day riding position
Formidable climber
Rattly brake pads and motor
Pivot price tag
Mar 2023 · Simon Kohler
With the Pivot Shuttle SL Pro, the Arizona-based premium brand introduced their first ever Light-eMTB equipped with a FAZUA Ride 60 motor.
Very efficient uphill
Feels as if it has more travel
Extremely precise
Battery can’t be removed
Tires don’t do justice to the potential of the bike
Handling can be demanding
| Frame | Shuttle Colors: Blue Mirage; Defender Green |
|---|---|
| Fork | Fox Performance E-MTB 36 29", 44mm offset, GRIP - 160mm Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | Fox Performance Float X Travel: 140mm |
| Headset | Pivot Precision Sealed Cartridge |
| Stem | Phoenix Team Enduro/Trail |
| Handlebar | Phoenix Race Low Rise Aluminum |
| Saddle | Pivot Pro E-Bike |
| Seatpost | KS Rage-i Series 125mm (SM), 150mm (MD-LG), 170mm (XL) Type: Dropper |
| Grips | Phoenix Factory Lock-On |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100 SGS 12-Speed |
|---|---|
| Crank | Shimano EM600 E-MTB 34t |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7100 ISPEC EV 12-Speed |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100 10-51t |
| Chain | Shimano Deore CN-M6100 12 Speed |
| Brakes | Shimano SLX M7120 4-piston Type: Shimano SLX Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | DT Swiss EB 1935, 30mm - 29" 15x110 F/12x157 R |
|---|---|
| Tires | Maxxis Assegai DHF 29" x 2.5" TR, EXO+, 3C Maxxis Minion DHRII 29" x 2.4" TR, MAXXTERRA, EXO+, 3C |
| Disc Rotors | Galfer Rotor 203mm Galfer Rotor 180mm |
| Motor | Shimano Steps DU-EP800 |
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First added March 4
Last updated March 4
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