Market: For 2017, the German manufacturer Conway has expanded its own e-bike portfolio by 30% and of course also further expanded the e-MTB area, which was already very present. The E-Fullies get a new frame and a clearly sporty orientation and of course the now well-established plus tires. But of course hardtail fans will also get their money's worth.
Conway had already offered e-mountain bikes before, but for the 2017 model year they decided to make a clean sweep of the full-suspension models in particular and completely reposition themselves. The heart of the new E-Fullies is the new EMF frame, which with 140mm (120mm for the Plus models) spring travel front and rear is not only more potent than its predecessor, but also makes it clear with the geometry that you are dealing with a "real “ Mountain biking has to do.
This sporty character is also reflected in the equipment of the EMF models: Not only do they all come with the powerful Bosch Performance CX motor and long-lasting 500Wh battery, but also with a retractable dropper post. Many manufacturers save money at this point and cut their bikes unnecessarily - all the more commendable that Conway seems to have a heart for mountain bikers.
In addition to four EMF models with 27,5″ tires, there will also be two versions with plus tires, which are very popular with E-MTBs. The 2,8″ wide tires have noticeably more traction and the slightly higher rolling resistance is compensated anyway by the power of the Bosch drive. The Plus models come with the same geometry, but at 120mm they have 20mm less travel.
Conway E-MTBs 2017: The E-Fullies
Travel (f/h): 140 / 140mm
wheel size: 27,5"
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: SRAM EX1
suspension fork: RockShox Yari RC
Price: € 4.499,95
Travel (f/h): 140 / 140mm
wheel size: 27,5"
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: Shimano XT M8000 11-speed
suspension fork: Rock Shox Sector Gold RL
Price: € 4.199,95
Travel (f/h): 140 / 140mm
wheel size: 27,5"
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: SRAMNX
suspension fork: Rock Shox Sector Silver RL
Price: € 3.799,95
Travel (f/h): 120 / 120mm
wheel size: 27,5+"
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: SRAM EX1
suspension fork: RockShox Yari RC
Price: € 4.599,95
Conway E-MTBs 2017: The E-Hardtails
Of course, in addition to the new fullies, there will still be classic hardtails with electric drives in the range. The great strength of such bikes is their versatility and last but not least the attractive price. When it comes to equipment and wheel size, Conway has plenty to choose from in 2017: With four equipment variants, customers can choose between 27,5″ and 29″ and there are also two new additions with plus tires in the range.
Fans of the frame design with a battery in the frame triangle, which is already familiar from last year, will also find a suitable model in the EMR 627 / 629 Premium.
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5 ″ / 29 ″
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: Shimano XT M8000 11-speed
suspension fork: Rock Shox Recon Gold RL
Price: € 3.499,95
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5 ″ / 29 ″
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: SRAM EX1
suspension fork: Rock Shox Reba RL
Price: € 3.699,95
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5 ″ / 29 ″
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: Shimano SLX M7000 11-speed
suspension fork: Rock Shox Recon Silver RL
Price: € 2.999,95
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5 ″ / 29 ″
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: Shimano Deore 10-speed
suspension fork: Suntour XCR 32 LO R
Price: € 2.599,95
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5"
Drive: Bosch-Performance
Battery pack: 400Wh
Circuit: Shimano Acera 9-speed
suspension fork: Suntour XCR 32 LO R
Price: € 1.999,95
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5+
Drive: Bosch Performance CX
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: SRAM GX 11-speed
suspension fork: Rock Shox Recon Silver RL
Price: € 3.199,95
Conway E-MTBs 2017: The touring bikes
MTB purists might turn up their noses at the sight of Conway's EMC models - "These aren't mountain bikes!" But that's not entirely true: The combination of wide off-road tires and otherwise roadworthy (and in the case of the EMC models also StVZO-suitable) equipment is almost as old as the mountain bike itself and is currently experiencing a kind of revival: In the past, the trekking/MTB Hybrid ATBs (All-Terrain-Bike), at Conway they are summarized under the collective term touring bike, which already outlines the area of application of the bikes.
With fixed mudguards, StVZO-compliant lighting and a luggage rack, the bikes are fully suitable for everyday use, but the 100mm suspension fork and wide tires also make trips off the beaten track possible at any time.
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 29"
Drive: Bosch-Performance
Battery pack: 400Wh
Circuit: Shimano Deore 10-speed
suspension fork: Suntour XCR 32 LO R
Price: € 2.499,95
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5"
Drive: Bosch-Performance
Battery pack: 500Wh
Circuit: SRAM NX 11-speed
suspension fork: Suntour XCR 32 LO R
Price: € 2.899,95
travel : 100 mm
wheel sizes: 27,5"
Drive: Bosch-Performance
Battery pack: 400Wh
Circuit: Shimano Deore 10-speed
suspension fork: Suntour XCR 32 LO R
Price: € 2.499,95
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