Saracen Rolled Out the Ariel 50E Electric Mountain Bike
Colin Smith — June 28, 2024 — Autos
The Ariel 50E ebike from Saracen Bikes is designed as a versatile and robust companion for mountain biking enthusiasts. It features an all-aluminium frame with 150mm travel, supported by a Fox Float X Performance shock, ensuring durability and comfort on rugged terrains. The front suspension is handled by a 160mm Marzocchi Bomber Z1 fork, capable of absorbing significant impacts. The bike’s design integrates the battery and motor mount seamlessly into the frame, maintaining a sleek and cohesive aesthetic. The integrated charger port adds to the convenience, while the convertible CNC linkage is included for both mullet and 29er setups, catering to different rider preferences.
The Ariel 50E is equipped with Shimano’s E7000 drive unit, delivering 250 watts of power and 60Nm of torque, which provides a flexible motor performance over challenging terrains. The integrated Darfon 720Wh battery promises impressive run times. The ebike is available in small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes, with the small and medium models featuring mixed wheel sizes, and the larger frames utilizing a full 29er setup. As for pricing, the Ariel 50E is listed at £4,999.99, which is approximately $6,330. Availability may vary, and potential buyers are encouraged to check with local stockists or the Saracen Bikes website for the most current information.
Image Credit: Saracen
The Ariel 50E is equipped with Shimano’s E7000 drive unit, delivering 250 watts of power and 60Nm of torque, which provides a flexible motor performance over challenging terrains. The integrated Darfon 720Wh battery promises impressive run times. The ebike is available in small, medium, large, and extra-large sizes, with the small and medium models featuring mixed wheel sizes, and the larger frames utilizing a full 29er setup. As for pricing, the Ariel 50E is listed at £4,999.99, which is approximately $6,330. Availability may vary, and potential buyers are encouraged to check with local stockists or the Saracen Bikes website for the most current information.
Image Credit: Saracen
Trend Themes
1. High-suspension Electric Bikes - Electric bikes with advanced suspension systems, like the Ariel 50E, are reimagining rider comfort and capability in off-road terrains.
2. Integrated Motor and Battery Design - The seamless integration of motors and batteries into bike frames highlights a shift towards aesthetic and functional innovation in e-mobility solutions.
3. Convertible Bike Geometry - Bikes that offer convertible geometry options, such as the Ariel 50E's CNC linkage, are addressing the diverse needs and preferences of mountain biking enthusiasts.
Industry Implications
1. Electric Mountain Bikes - The electric mountain bike industry is evolving with more rugged, versatile, and powerful models that cater to serious outdoor adventurers.
2. E-mobility Components - The demand for high-performance motor and battery units integrated into mobility devices is driving innovation in the e-mobility components sector.
3. Bicycle Manufacturing - Innovations in bicycle frame geometry and suspension are pushing the bicycle manufacturing industry to create more adaptable and durable bikes.
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