I have the Trek rail 7.....Super awesome!!! Very versatile. It has a 150 rear but can fit 170, plus it has a flip chip. 750 battery lasts a while before recharge.
I own the gen 3 Levo zero rattles unlike most others. Wanted to upgrade so I test rode many of these bikes . The Levo is still the best for me . Pivot shuttle SL was my least favorite I tried (because of the fazua motor) . Haven’t tried the shuttle am though but it has that rattle which I can’t get over . Nice review Sam !!
Canyon spectral On is my favorite ebike but I also love the pivot shuttle as well but the price difference between the canyon and shuttle is what gears me towards the canyon the crafty bike is nice too
I've just bought the Pivot Shuttle AM in its Pro version. I was afraid that the rattle would be quite noticeable, but so far I haven't noticed anything. I'd like to point out that I've only ridden it 250 km.
Please go for the Enduro Gas Gas. My favourite bike is the Gen3, maybe the motor technology is not the state of the art, but kinematics and reliability are the best ones.
That is a great list sam , glad to to the old levo still made it , having rode the gas gas just in the dealer car park 2 weeks ago I can say that bike feels lighter than the levo , hopefully over the next 2 weeks we are gonna have a proper demo on the gas gas ecc6 , Will be interesting to hear your views on the new Shimano motor as there are some nice bikes out there with shimano but I’ve always been put with that engine , also having gone from levo gen 1 to a cube stereo back to a current levo, would I find the latest Bosch as good or better the the current brose , atm I’m definitely prefer my levo engine over the Bosch I had in the cube . The sram brose motor in the gas gas was near silent .
Hey Phil, please keep me informed on the Gas Gas. I'm in talks with them about a test, and if I get it, I'm going to do a back-to-back Motor shootout on all the motors for us bike geeks, haha... The Shimano EP801 is good I have really enjoyed my time on it. The power is way better still a little off Bosch and Brose but the motor is so natural feeling it really feels like a analog pedal stroke. Right now I see it like this Bosch is a powerhouse but not natural or refined, The Brose in the Specialzied is a beast slient and with the Specialized App you can turn it the way you want the motor to feel and the Shimano is really natural all good options right now... The Sram well maybe I can tell you in the next few weeks. Speak soon champ.
I have a Trek exe with a 160mm front fork which for general duties is a wonderful bike. But i hired a Whyte E160 in Rotorua for 150km in the redwoods and it was super impressive- 750w battery did 60km with 1600-1700m of climbing. First time on a Bosch motor which was a responsive, non laggy bit of kit. I was buggered so just right!
I’m looking at the E160 S as well and this will be my first eMtb. Not looking forward to humping this over gates and stiles but it looks a great bike. Just going to have to plan my routes with extra forethought. Also like that you can take the battery out otherwise the Mondraker Craty R would have been a contender. If you don’t mind me asking how are you finding the sizing. Not seen one to try yet but at just over 5’11 I was looking at the large. Bit different from the Crafty as this was definitely a medium.
@SamsBikes no you are right. Its a beast at 26kg it is my first ebike so haven't got much to compare it to but being in your position sam I bet you really notice a heavy bike.
@stevieb1505 yeah I'm bang on 5 11 and 100kg the bike is great to be fair. It's my first emtb and 26kg over 24 kg bike being lifted over a gate or fence isn't much. And with the crazy sales on the whytes right now you can't go wrong for your money. It truly is a great bike
@@callumjohnson9433yep there are good deals to be had at the moment on Whyte, even the 2024 models are around £1K less than their 2023 counterparts. Enjoy your ride👍
All riders here must be so lucky. Of all bikes out there they choose the best one in the world. And then they wonder why their models isn’t on the list 😁 I mean they have tested at least two different bikes and read about four others. So they must know what’s best 💯 Great vid!
Super cool bikes! I've got a newbie question: How big a battery is needed for riding 25 km of trails in total (up and down, e.g. in the Alps) with a lot of help from the engine on inclines? Thanks!
@@SamsBikes Great! I hope it will answer this question, in realworld scenarios over hours of biking in trails in natural parks, rather than in bike parks. 😊
Great video mate, but as I’ve said before you need to include the Whyte E-bikes which have some of the best Geometry of any E-Mountain bike in the world and are also a great all round package especially in the E160 range, although I love my hard hitting E180 as it’s a proper mountain muncher 😎
Sam, where is the Orga products? These are fabulous bikes, wild as well class full power, Enduro and of course the new rise 2 as for Power also in a late way package. I think you missed .
It's hard to pick one without riding it first. I have several Trek dealers around me, so I would probably pick the Trek Rail simply for service if needed. Next choice would be the Specialized for same reason.
The bike that made the blueprint for the Emtb needs to be on that list. The Haibike Allmountain almost 4,000 Uk miles in heavy rain/sleet/snow from the Peak district to the highlands the Pw-x3 has been %100 reliable and has plenty of power 80nm and can still put in the miles with the 720Wh battery. I've had other brands in the past Spesh/Giant but this thing is solid compared.
How come Cube never get a mention - on my 2nd Cube e-bike and they are great value for the component & use the Bosch Gen-4 motor so no worries there either.
Im considering to get a Bulls ebike am 3 (just because of price point) is that brand not good? i never see them much on youtube lists such as these.. anyone has imput on those bulls bike?
@SamsBikes can you help I've a specialized turbo tero 3 it says I need to take it to a dealer to upgrade the firmware can this be done easily by me or do I actually need to take it to a specialized dealer as I'm not close to one
Want to love the Spectral:ON CFR, but I have no idea why the hell they are using the integrated bar/stem...I know I can easily change this but for that kind of money on a "Trail" bike, it just makes no sense.
Hi, I'm from the Philippines. I'm knocking on your good hearts I really need this mountain bike for everyday use to school. Our house is far away from school so I just walk because I don't have money to pay the fare. I need to finish my studies so I can help my family for goods of my little brothers. 
150mm rear travel are enduro bike even on Enduro Race Series bikes starts at 150mm to 170mm. Trail bike is 120mm-140mm. Thats why Enduro Bike is the do it all as competition both racing on Uphill as well as downhill then add up on components toughness as you are not allowed to get service or bike change during race. Riders need to fix it during race Enduro Racing is a total marketing package of components used and bike brands performance
Bikes for Enduro Series in South Africa are also running anything from 140 - 170 front - I get down them for fun on what I would call a trail bike which has 140 front & 130 back - I would call a bike with 160-170 front a specialist Enduro Bike -
Your video is RUBBISH due to the bikes you are describing are not stationary!!!! Redo the video and this time show the bike where it s NOT MOVING!!!!!!
I thought this said "best trans bike" and was like NOOOOOOO 😂 but essentially a bike is more gender neutral than any human😂😂😂. But my meta power sx is defo a sweet lady
Rider I hope all is well and what did you think of my list? let me know what you would buy if money was no object!
I’m looking forward to your thoughts 💭 on the EP801, Turbo Levo Pro is such a great Bike 🇺🇸
Nicolai GT1 EBOXX FDT would be my number one choice, then the Levo
question : the turbo levo G3 broke motor , has nay issue !!??
brose motor, has any issue ??? (sorry)
I almost agree with you. My levo is 170/160, but it rocks.
I have the Trek rail 7.....Super awesome!!! Very versatile. It has a 150 rear but can fit 170, plus it has a flip chip. 750 battery lasts a while before recharge.
I own the gen 3 Levo zero rattles unlike most others. Wanted to upgrade so I test rode many of these bikes . The Levo is still the best for me . Pivot shuttle SL was my least favorite I tried (because of the fazua motor) . Haven’t tried the shuttle am though but it has that rattle which I can’t get over . Nice review Sam !!
Hey mate thanks for the Kind words and I'm glad your loving the Levo its a beast still the best for me....
What didn’t you like about the Fazua motor?
Levo Gen3 all the way! It's crazy how a bike can boost your confidence.
Nice Videos & content… greetings from Germany ✌🏾✌🏾
Canyon spectral On is my favorite ebike but I also love the pivot shuttle as well but the price difference between the canyon and shuttle is what gears me towards the canyon the crafty bike is nice too
Agree 👍 the canyons are great value!
Hi Sam, again great choise of e-bikes, and I migth be suspect, but Levo Gen3 as n° 1 is spot on 👌😁
I want to see you testing the Enduro Gas Gas and set it up as a mullet! Keep up the good work!
Ok 👌 let’s see if I can get one!
Sam, HNY my friend. Enjoyed the vlog and best to you in 2024.
Same to you John love to the family!
Orbea rise for me if i didn't have my trek rail 7 which i love some good deals on all brands here in New Zealand at the moment
Yep both great bikes.
I've just bought the Pivot Shuttle AM in its Pro version. I was afraid that the rattle would be quite noticeable, but so far I haven't noticed anything. I'd like to point out that I've only ridden it 250 km.
Oh nice mate, love to hear how you get on after a few more hundred it’s a sweet looking bike!
I really love the silver one behind you with the range extender added. And I mean the one behind you hahaha
Haha 😂 yes I know you love the Levo SL
Please go for the Enduro Gas Gas. My favourite bike is the Gen3, maybe the motor technology is not the state of the art, but kinematics and reliability are the best ones.
Yep I will try and get the Enduro Gas Gas but wish it was a mullet...
That is a great list sam , glad to to the old levo still made it , having rode the gas gas just in the dealer car park 2 weeks ago I can say that bike feels lighter than the levo , hopefully over the next 2 weeks we are gonna have a proper demo on the gas gas ecc6 ,
Will be interesting to hear your views on the new Shimano motor as there are some nice bikes out there with shimano but I’ve always been put with that engine , also having gone from levo gen 1 to a cube stereo back to a current levo, would I find the latest Bosch as good or better the the current brose , atm I’m definitely prefer my levo engine over the Bosch I had in the cube .
The sram brose motor in the gas gas was near silent .
Hey Phil, please keep me informed on the Gas Gas. I'm in talks with them about a test, and if I get it, I'm going to do a back-to-back Motor shootout on all the motors for us bike geeks, haha... The Shimano EP801 is good I have really enjoyed my time on it. The power is way better still a little off Bosch and Brose but the motor is so natural feeling it really feels like a analog pedal stroke. Right now I see it like this Bosch is a powerhouse but not natural or refined, The Brose in the Specialzied is a beast slient and with the Specialized App you can turn it the way you want the motor to feel and the Shimano is really natural all good options right now... The Sram well maybe I can tell you in the next few weeks. Speak soon champ.
No worries Sam I shall let you know how we get on with the gas gas ,
Great selection of bikes bro. I’ve got my heart set on the Canyon Spectral ON but any idea as to why we can’t buy this in NZ or Australia?
Really ? thats so strange! send them a email or have a chat with them online on their website and see what the deal is.
I have a Trek exe with a 160mm front fork which for general duties is a wonderful bike. But i hired a Whyte E160 in Rotorua for 150km in the redwoods and it was super impressive- 750w battery did 60km with 1600-1700m of climbing. First time on a Bosch motor which was a responsive, non laggy bit of kit. I was buggered so just right!
No love for the Commencal Meta Power TR in either a Bosch or Shimano?
Bosch for racing and Shimano for natural pedal stroke!
I'm using the whyte e160s. Don't really notice the weight when moving, and far more capable than I am. I love it
Hey Riders thanks for the comment yes the weight on a ebike its not massively important but I don't like when they get up to 25kg...
I’m looking at the E160 S as well and this will be my first eMtb. Not looking forward to humping this over gates and stiles but it looks a great bike. Just going to have to plan my routes with extra forethought. Also like that you can take the battery out otherwise the Mondraker Craty R would have been a contender. If you don’t mind me asking how are you finding the sizing. Not seen one to try yet but at just over 5’11 I was looking at the large. Bit different from the Crafty as this was definitely a medium.
@SamsBikes no you are right. Its a beast at 26kg it is my first ebike so haven't got much to compare it to but being in your position sam I bet you really notice a heavy bike.
@stevieb1505 yeah I'm bang on 5 11 and 100kg the bike is great to be fair. It's my first emtb and 26kg over 24 kg bike being lifted over a gate or fence isn't much. And with the crazy sales on the whytes right now you can't go wrong for your money. It truly is a great bike
@@callumjohnson9433yep there are good deals to be had at the moment on Whyte, even the 2024 models are around £1K less than their 2023 counterparts. Enjoy your ride👍
Need one of these for budget, asap!
I love that Pivot emtb.
Yep its a beast... love to test it !
Heckler baby!!!!
Yep its a beast.
Love the look of that pivot and nice to see Mondraker in there, now only my opinion but hate that gas gas bike
None of those then again I am looking to the future, waiting for spring to try the bulls MGU 45kph model
Yep it’s interesting I tested the Rotwild R.X1000 last summer
Mine would have to be an Orbea Rise H10 as it's the one I have and frankly, I'm a little hurt it didn't make the list. 😜
Haha maybe it’s a SL check my SL best e-bikes and of course the Rise is there
It better be, LOL 🤪@@SamsBikes
All riders here must be so lucky. Of all bikes out there they choose the best one in the world. And then they wonder why their models isn’t on the list 😁 I mean they have tested at least two different bikes and read about four others. So they must know what’s best 💯 Great vid!
Super cool bikes! I've got a newbie question: How big a battery is needed for riding 25 km of trails in total (up and down, e.g. in the Alps) with a lot of help from the engine on inclines? Thanks!
Hold 5 on that question I’m doing a massive battery range test this will be live on sunday
@@SamsBikes Great! I hope it will answer this question, in realworld scenarios over hours of biking in trails in natural parks, rather than in bike parks. 😊
Great video mate, but as I’ve said before you need to include the Whyte E-bikes which have some of the best Geometry of any E-Mountain bike in the world and are also a great all round package especially in the E160 range, although I love my hard hitting E180 as it’s a proper mountain muncher 😎
Great point I really need to test a Whyte ebike!
Nice Job but I think 2 Brands are missing: Merida with the fabulous e160 and Rocky Moutain Powerplay 4.0 models, - Instinct or others
The new Specialized Tubo Levo 2024 g3 is amazing!!😀
Interesting!
Glad you think so!
Also, any plans on testing the Commencal Meta Power SX Bosch? Seems like a freeride machine
Sam, where is the Orga products? These are fabulous bikes, wild as well class full power, Enduro and of course the new rise 2 as for Power also in a late way package. I think you missed .
Good List
It's hard to pick one without riding it first. I have several Trek dealers around me, so I would probably pick the Trek Rail simply for service if needed. Next choice would be the Specialized for same reason.
The bike that made the blueprint for the Emtb needs to be on that list. The Haibike Allmountain almost 4,000 Uk miles in heavy rain/sleet/snow from the Peak district to the highlands the Pw-x3 has been %100 reliable and has plenty of power 80nm and can still put in the miles with the 720Wh battery. I've had other brands in the past Spesh/Giant but this thing is solid compared.
How come Cube never get a mention - on my 2nd Cube e-bike and they are great value for the component & use the Bosch Gen-4 motor so no worries there either.
To be honest these are my favorite bikes never ridden a Cube but you are right they are great value!
To be honest these are my favorite bikes never ridden a Cube but you are right they are great value!
I’m looking at a trek powerfly 9.7 full sus. Thoughts?
Yes that is very old not even in my top 50 e-bikes
I know but I had a THOK mig v2 2 years later it died. This one is second hand obviously.
That spectral for 3800usd right now...hard to beat right?
Hi Sam, I think you missing a worthy contender here, with the Whyte E160RSX…
Yep I'm hearing this alot maybe I need to try and test a Whyte!
SC Heckler for sure!
Yep it’s a beast
Im considering to get a Bulls ebike am 3 (just because of price point) is that brand not good? i never see them much on youtube lists such as these.. anyone has imput on those bulls bike?
They are good value ebikes I have never ridden one so cant really say much.
What about the Whyte E-Lyte 150 works?
True
Love Mondraker I ride a Level it is a Beat !!!
Orbea wild best value for the bucks, period!
Maybe... what about the Stirve ?
How about the cannondale Moterra ?
@SamsBikes can you help I've a specialized turbo tero 3 it says I need to take it to a dealer to upgrade the firmware can this be done easily by me or do I actually need to take it to a specialized dealer as I'm not close to one
Hey rider, unfortunately if the ride Specialized App says you need yo take it to a dealer you really need to.
Hey Sam thanks for answering it's really appreciated...dang I'll have to leave it as is as the dealer is way to far to take my bike
certain updates - e.g. battery firmware - can't be done Over The Air, you have to visit the dealer, but it probably isn't urgent.
@@grahamsmith9788 thanks for your advice Graham
Hey great video I have just put a deposit down a haibike all man 10 😊😊 thoughts please 😊
Hey Rider thanks for the kind words! Yep the Haibike All Mtn is a solid but! As I said there are so many good e-bikes right now on the market
Hard to go past the Yamaha which is currently on sale for$4990
Test the trail, please!
Want to love the Spectral:ON CFR, but I have no idea why the hell they are using the integrated bar/stem...I know I can easily change this but for that kind of money on a "Trail" bike, it just makes no sense.
Really love my 2023 Specialized Levo SL (Gen 2) and would certainly go with a Specialized Levo (Gen 3) if I wanted a full-powered e-bike.
Right on Rider..... I love my Levo SL and Levo Gen 3 I'm a lucky rider...
No Orbea Wild?
That would be an enduro ebike
@@SamsBikes are you doing one for enduros?
Test the trail bike Sam.
No Cube bikes?
Propain ekano 2 cf super perfect
Yes it is and it’s a super nice Enduro Ebike haha 😂 more than 155mm of rear travel is a enduro Ebike
Hi, I'm from the Philippines. I'm knocking on your good hearts I really need this mountain bike for everyday use to school. Our house is far away from school so I just walk because I don't have money to pay the fare. I need to finish my studies so I can help my family for goods of my little brothers.

Best of luck!
The new DJI bike is without a doubt the best embt from 2024
Scott e bike??
150mm rear travel are enduro bike even on Enduro Race Series bikes starts at 150mm to 170mm. Trail bike is 120mm-140mm. Thats why Enduro Bike is the do it all as competition both racing on Uphill as well as downhill then add up on components toughness as you are not allowed to get service or bike change during race. Riders need to fix it during race Enduro Racing is a total marketing package of components used and bike brands performance
Rider I don’t know much but I know bikes and this is what is right in my eyes 👀 maybe I’m wrong but not so sure
Rider I don’t know much but I know bikes and this is what is right in my eyes 👀 maybe I’m wrong but not so sure
Bikes for Enduro Series in South Africa are also running anything from 140 - 170 front - I get down them for fun on what I would call a trail bike which has 140 front & 130 back - I would call a bike with 160-170 front a specialist Enduro Bike -
Canyon spectral on
Yep great value ebike
I would buy the gen 3 levo. Every one that as a Specialized knows that they are simply the best bikes ever made 😂
It's true there are many good bikes in this list but the Levo stands out!
Trek battery dropper
Canyon Torque CF9
Whyte make some fantastic emtb, how comes they never make your videos?
Very true I’ve never ridden one! I’ll see if I can test one!
Santa Cruz
Audio is out of sink with video
Really let me check that! We did drop the camera 📸 this week that sucked
Thanks for letting us know. I´ve checked it, and it seems ok on my computer and phone. I´m not sure why it´s not sinking on your end.🤷♀
GAS GAS Enduro
its going to happen...
Trail please
Let me see what I can get
Levo gen 3
20k Aussie for the Kelly omg a Dentist bike ,not for a Joe or Jill average 😂😂
Yep not the cheapest bikes but they are made by robots 🤖
And the most expensive
For the gas gas do the Enduro
Levo
No merida one sixty🙈
Its mental that the whyte e160 didnt get into this list
ORBEA RISE 🫶🏼
Your video is RUBBISH due to the bikes you are describing are not stationary!!!! Redo the video and this time show the bike where it s NOT MOVING!!!!!!
I thought this said "best trans bike" and was like NOOOOOOO 😂 but essentially a bike is more gender neutral than any human😂😂😂. But my meta power sx is defo a sweet lady
Every bike you mention in every review is full of superlatives, how about being honest.
I’m super honest mate maybe check out some of my other videos! Have a nice weekend
kenvitatoe UA-cam E bike❤
Xpensialize! 🫰🏻