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2017 Scott

E-Sub Tour Men (US)

A 700c aluminum frame commuter e-bike with upper mid-range components and shimano mechanical disc brakes.
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Weight52.7 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail
ForkSuntour NEX
Wheels700c Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 10
GroupsetDeore
MotorBosch 250W 40Nm mid-drive
BatteryBosch 400Wh
BrakesShimano Mechanical Disc
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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)

14 mph

E-Sub Tour Men (US)

31 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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Summary

The Scott e-sub commuter bike is praised for its functionality and comfort, with integrated lights, a handy kickstand, and a rack for panniers adding to its practicality. The Bosch motor provides up to 275% assistance, making for mellower, assisted commutes, though the 27-km/h limit can be frustrating. While the bike's weight and some design choices like the quick-release seatpost are noted drawbacks, its excellent weight distribution and comfortable suspension fork enhance ride quality.

Pros
  • Integrated lights easy to use

  • Handy kickstand

  • Rack for panniers and fenders add convenience

  • Excellent weight distribution

  • Comfortable suspension fork

Cons
  • 27-km/h limit can be frustrating

  • Quick-release seatpost is inconvenient for errands

  • Heavier than non-ebike options

  • No bottle cage bosses on the seat tube

  • Average weight of ~53 lbs

Key Quotes
"the ebike was great for keeping my rides chill."
Canadian Cycling Magazine logoCanadian Cycling Magazine
The Bosch’s battery pack is the best on the market, both in terms of range and efficiency.
Cycling Weekly logoCycling Weekly
you really do get a lot of bang for your buck
Electric Bike Review logoElectric Bike Review

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Electric Bike Review
Scott E-Sub Tour Review - Prices, Specs, Videos, Photos

Apr 2017

Price: $3199.00 | Model Year: 2016 An efficient but comfortable commuter-ready electric bike with balanced motor and battery, easily reaches 20 mph and pedals well with a 10 speed Shimano Deore drivetrain. Beautiful aesthetic here, everything matches and looks sporty (frame, fenders, grips, stem, battery graphic etc.), integrated lights and reflective tires keep you visible. An efficient but comfortable commuter-ready electric bike with balanced motor and battery, easily reaches 20 mph and pedals well with a 10 speed Shimano Deore drivetrain.

Observations
  • An efficient but comfortable commuter-ready electric bike with balanced motor and battery, easily reaches 20 mph and pedals well with a 10 speed Shimano Deore drivetrain

  • Beautiful aesthetic here, everything matches and looks sporty (frame, fenders, grips, stem, battery graphic etc.), integrated lights and reflective tires keep you visible

  • Available in three frame sizes for improved fit, adjustable stem is handy but can become loose over time, unique "bulge" ergonomic grips, suspension fork has lockout

  • Both wheels feature quick release for easy maintenance or flat fixes, battery and display panel are removable to protect and charge off-bike, no bottle cage bosses, limited US availability

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Cycling Weekly
Scott E-Sub Tour electric bike

Sep 2016 · Nick Busca

An interesting electric bike from Scott, which however has different points to develop in order to be great

Highs
  • Overall good ride

  • Great battery pack

  • Quick release wheels

Lows
  • System doesn't work well when start on big gears

  • No quick-adjustable saddle

  • Mud guards and racks are fragile

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Canadian Cycling Magazine
Scott E-Sub Evo running on 500 Watt (hours) reviewed

May 2016 · Matthew Pioro

An ebike with an assistance factor of up-to 275 per cent

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

E-SUB 6061 Alloy

Fork

Suntour NEX HLO, w/ Lockout

Spring TypeCoil

Headset

VP semi integrated

Stem

JD-ST103 A adjustable angle

Handlebar

Syncros UC3.0 25mm rise, 35° bend

Saddle

Syncros Urban Commuter 2.5

Seatpost

Syncros UC3.0, 31.6mm

TypeRigid

Pedals

Xerama SP 823

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Shimano Deore RD-T610 SGS 10 speed

Crank

FSA Metropolis 18 T

Shifters

Shimano Deore SL-T610

Cassette

Shimano CS-HG50-10 11-36 T

Chain

KMC X10

Brakes

Shimano BR-M355

TypeShimano Mechanical Disc

Brake Levers

Shimano BR-M355 Disc

Wheels
Rims

Mach 1-640

Spokes

Sapim double butted

Front Hub

Formula CL51

Rear Hub

Shimano FH-RM35 Disc

Tires

Continental E Contact 700x42c

Electric Components
Motor

Bosch Active 250w System 400wh batter pack / Intuvia display

Battery

Bosch Active 250w System 400wh batter pack / Intuvia display

Accessories
Lights

Spanninga Kendo Front Integrated Busch & Müller Jr Rear

Racks

Racktime w/ spring clamp, Curana D45

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