Readers’ Choice (E-)MTBs 2025: In what has become a good Velomotion tradition, our annual readers choice You, our readers, voted for the most exciting and popular bikes in ten categories. The results are always extremely exciting for us in the editorial team and also an indication of which bikes, manufacturers and categories we should take a closer look at. In the (E-)MTBs 2025 category, Specialized can look forward to a triple success.
The Velomotion reader's choice took place between December 15, 2024 and January 21, 2025. You chose your favorite in a total of ten bicycle categories. Over 60.000 votes were received this year - thank you to every single participant! After evaluating all the results, we don't want to keep you in suspense any longer and present you the top 3 in all categories.
Here you will find an overview of all categories and their respective winners:

Readers' Choice Results: These are our readers' favorite bikes for 2024/2025
Velomotion Readers' Choice 2025: Our readers' choice took place again at the turn of the year. All votes from around 10.000 participants have now been evaluated - we in the editorial team are always waiting for the results with excitement. Of course, there are some favorites winning again this year, but we were also quite surprised in other categories. For five years now [...]
(E-)Mountainbikes 2025: These are the top 3 in the E-Mountainbikes Highend category
The S-Works Turbo Levo SL is characterized by excellent ride quality, versatility and a whisper-quiet motor. If you long for serpentine single trails, no jump is too high or too far for you and you live to improve your skills and fitness, then the new Levo SL is just right for you.
Price: € 14.000
Low maintenance, versatile and durable: The R.X1000 Ultra is an extremely exciting all-mountain e-MTB. The Pinion MGU, 960 Wh battery and comfortable geometry for long climbs ensure more altitude. 150 mm suspension travel, mullet concept, high-quality components ensure high maneuverability and maximum control
Price: € 11.990
The Ghost E-Riot LTD is made for off-road adventures: The optimized geometry with a flatter steering angle, shorter chain stays and higher bottom bracket as well as a lightweight carbon frame offer agility and stability. Thanks to the Bosch Performance Line CX motor and removable 800 Wh battery, it can master even the steepest climbs.
Price: € 10.000
(E-)Mountainbikes 2025: These are the top 3 in the E-Mountainbike price/performance category
Even in its second generation, the Californian Turbo Levo SL is one of the most exciting light e-MTBs on the market. With its in-house, dynamic and natural SL motor, 320 Wh battery and optional range extender, it offers sporty e-mountain bikers a great platform for trail adventures. In its version with an aluminum frame, it is also a hot tip in terms of price!
Price: € 6.600
To fill the big shoes of the successful Stereo Hybrid 140 model, you need a real hit. But Cube has managed to do just that with the new Stereo Hybrid One44: It combines the new Bosch CX motor and 800 Wh battery with a new carbon frame and has the same strengths that made its predecessor so popular. The intuitive, versatile handling is particularly appealing.
Price: € 4.999
The carbon frame with its innovative 4-link swingarm rear end is probably the big highlight of the new Copperhead Evo AM from Bulls. It scores with strong responsiveness, high rigidity and surprising resilience. Added to this is the new Bosch CX motor with a long-range 800 Wh battery. For everyday use, the bike also has cornering lights integrated into the frame.
Price: € 5.399
(E-)Mountainbikes 2025: These are the top 3 in the mountain bike category
The S-Works Stumpjumper 15 wants to tackle every trail without compromise. With plenty of control, playfulness and efficiency, it rides almost like bikes with little suspension travel and can still take a lot. With a wide range of adjustment options, you can adapt the bike perfectly to your own riding style.
Price: € 13.000
Developed in close collaboration with the professionals of Team BULLS, the BULLS Wild Edge Team offers a state-of-the-art frame geometry and an innovative chassis concept. Thanks to the new 4-link swingarm rear suspension, the team professionals' "work tool" has the best possible control on the descent and maximum efficiency on the climb.
Price: € 6.999
Uphill or downhill, steep or flat, the Neuron's long, flat frame gives you the versatility to conquer any terrain and spend long days in the saddle. The Neuron CF 9 comes with high-end suspension from Fox and is equipped with SRAM's wireless X0 Eagle Transmission AXS gears.
Price: € 4.999