Test: Considered in normal MTB categories, the full-suspension Giant corresponds most closely to an "All Mountain"-Fully: The seating position is compact and upright, the spring travel on the fork can be adjusted from 110 to 140 mm and the rear triangle also has a fairly long travel out of.
With bikes in this category, you dare to tackle demanding trails that reward the rider's bike control with flowing riding fun. Steep curves, jumps and maneuvers at the limits of driving physics are in the foreground here, whereby the enjoyment of the landscape does not have to be neglected. It is conceivable, for example, that you crank up a forest path with the support of the Yamaha mid-engine and then, without being too exhausted, plunge into the pleasure of the steep descent. Anyone who rides in this way also benefits from the suspension travel adjustment: uphill, the chassis with reduced suspension travel is a bit firmer, and then sensitive and responsive on the descent.
The inconspicuously integrated mid-engine in the bottom bracket area is the optimal solution on a full-suspension frame, since the aim is to keep the “unsprung masses” (wheels, etc.) as low as possible. A rear wheel with a heavy hub motor makes the rear suspension work noticeably worse. The disadvantage of the mid-motor is the limited range of gear ratios: the easiest mountain gear on the Giant has a significantly longer gear ratio than on a mountain bike with a triple chainring. But what is the electric drive for?
The completely integrated trains, cables and lines on the Giant are nice. Incidentally, the 400 Wh battery mounted in the frame triangle doesn’t really take up the space for a drinking bottle – on the all-mountain fully you’re usually out and about with a drinking backpack.
| Technical data: | Full E+1 |
| Brand | Giant |
| Model | Full E+1 |
| distribution channel | Specialized trade |
| Color | grey, black, red |
| Frame | ALUXX SL aluminum |
| available sizes (cm) | 41, 46, 50, 53 |
| Pedals | Aluminum platform NoName |
| Hubs | Giant P Elite |
| Suspension shocks | RockShox Monarch RL |
| Rims | Giant |
| Fork (travel mm) | RockShox Revelation 27,5" 110-140mm |
| Motor | Yamaha SyncDrive Central Motor |
| Battery | EnergyPak 400Wh36V 11,1Ah |
| Lighting | - |
| Grips | Giant Connect low rizer |
| Crank | FSA custom, 38T |
| Handlebar | Giant Connect low rizer |
| Brakes | Shimano M447 180/180mm |
| chain/strap | KMC X.10.e |
| Tires | Schwalbe Nobby Nic, 57-584 |
| Saddle | Giant Contact |
| Seatpost | Giant Connect |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore |
| Circuit | Shimano Deore XT |
| stand/ mounting location | - |
| Front derailleur | - |
| Support up to km/h | 25 km/h |
| Price battery | € 549 |
| Frame warranty | lifelong |
| Range (manufacturer information) | |
| test range (1) | |
| Max. loading driver + luggage (manufacturer approval) in kg | 138 |
| Weight test bike in kg | 20,9 |
| Price in EUR | 3699 |
(1) Velomotion tests the range of all e-bikes under maximum conditions. The test lap is 9,8 km long and with 171 meters of altitude difference it is very tough and sometimes very steep. The system weight of bike and rider should be 120 kg (± 5 kg). Lighter drivers receive additional weights. Driving is at maximum support level and also very quickly. This is the only way to determine honest and comparable values. You can expect to get at least twice the range with a medium assist level and on less undulating terrain.
Incidentally, with most systems you have a small range reserve, similar to that of a car. Even if the battery shows 0 km, there is still one to five kilometers left with a moderate driving style.