2019 Saracen
Ariel E
A 27.5″ aluminum frame full suspension enduro e-bike with upper mid-range components.
| Frame | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Suspension | Full, 150 / 160mm |
| Fork | Fox Performance Float 36 |
| Shock | Fox Float DPS Performance |
| Wheels | 27.5″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 11 |
| Groupset | SLX, Shimano |
| Motor | Shimano 250W 70Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Shimano |
| Brakes | Hydraulic Disc |
| Seatpost | Dropper |
For This Bike
5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Jun 2018 · Alan Muldoon
New Saracen Ariel Elite has suspension and character influenced by the Myst downhill bike and it’s gained a new sense of purpose.
Good geometry and riding position
Internal cables rattle incessantly
Apr 2018
The Ariel Elite is Saracen's answer to the aluminium aggressive enduro bike question and with 165mm of travel from a suspension design similar to the brand's downhill bike, the Myst, it screams gravity from top to bottom of the hill. Review - Rocky Mountain Altitude Alloy 30 The best waterproof shorts you can buy We’ve already had a ride on the 2018 Ariel at Revolution Bike Park earlier this year and were eager to get back aboard the enduro sled for some more action. The alloy version of the Ariel has been in our shed for a couple of months now and has seen plenty of trail time.
Sep 2017 · Ed Thomsett
If all-out downhill capability is your top priority for a trail bike the Saracen’s new Ariel should definitely be on your list. Buy if you value pure gravity performance over shiny componentry
Geometry that’s bang on the money and adjustable, excellent suspension performance
A little sluggish on the ups
Sep 2017 · Chipps
We've had Saracen's new long travel Ariel for a couple of months, and now we can spill the beans on this chunky enduro beast
| Frame | Aluminum BB Standard: STEPS, Press Fit |
|---|---|
| Fork | FOX 36 Float Performance, GRIP, 3-position adjust, 15QR x 110mm Boost Travel: 160mm Spring Type: Air |
| Shock | FOX Float DPS Performance EVOL, 3-position compression, rebound, 230mm x 60mm Travel: 150mm Spring Type: Air |
| Bottom Bracket | STEPS, press-fit |
| Headset | Prestine PT-F13 |
| Stem | Saracen 6061 CNC Alloy, 31.8mm, 0 degree rise, 45mm length |
| Handlebar | Saracen OS 6061 double butted alloy riser, 5 degree up, 9 degree back, 25mm rise, 780mm width |
| Saddle | Kore Fuze II |
| Seatpost | JD YSP07L dropper, internal cable routing, 125mm travel (S), 150mm travel (M, L, XL) Type: Dropper |
| Pedals | None included |
| Grips | Saracen Lock-on |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano SLX M7000 Shadow Plus, 11-speed |
|---|---|
| Front Derailleur | N/A |
| Crank | Shimano Steps E8000, 170mm or 175mm |
| Shifters | Shimano SLX M7000 Rapidfire Plus, 11-speed |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX CS-M7000, 11-46 tooth, 11-speed |
| Chain | KMC X11 |
| Chain Guide | N/A |
| Brakes | Shimano Deore M6000 hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors Type: Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Levers | Shimano Deore M6000 |
| Rims | WTB Scraper i35 27.5, 32 hole |
|---|---|
| Spokes | Double butted stainless steel |
| Front Hub | Front: Formula DC-711, 6 bolt, 15mm x 110mm thru axle front, Rear: Formula DCL-348S, 6 bolt, 12mm Saracen Taper Lock axle rear |
| Rear Hub | Front: Formula DC-711, 6 bolt, 15mm x 110mm thru axle front, Rear: Formula DCL-348S, 6 bolt, 12mm Saracen Taper Lock axle rear |
| Tires | Maxxis Forekaster, EXO, TR, 27.5 x 2.6" |
| Motor | Shimano Steps E8000, max output 70Nm (250W) |
|---|---|
| Battery | Shimano Steps E8000 |
Last updated March 17
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