In It to Pin It
Just call it the “sweet spot” – the best of both worlds. Big-bike power and ride time, with lightweight-bike agility and handling. In other words, exactly what e-mtb riders everywhere have been waiting for. Moterra SL might just be the most fun mountain bike we’ve ever made.
Model Description
The Moterra SL 2 moves with force, speed, and absolute intent. Built around our lightest, full-power eMTB chassis, it has 150mm of Proportional Response Tuned Suspension to keep the ride composed on the climbs and unshaken in the descents. FlexPivot chainstays absorb impact without stealing momentum. Shimano’s EP801 drive unit, tuned for instant response, fires off 85Nm of torque on command, while XT 12-speed shifts with predictable precision. Fox Float X Performance Elite suspension grips the terrain, keeping traction locked through every twist, drop, and landing. The Mullet Wheelset—29” up front, 27.5” in the back—delivers high-speed control with quick, agile handling. Magura MT5 four-piston brakes bite when the moment calls for it, and a custom 601Wh battery ensures the ride lasts longer than the daylight.
What it's for
Fast, fluid, ridiculously fun trail riding on everything from the steep and techy to the fast and flowy.
Highlights
- Light and durable, full carbon, 150mm travel FlexPivot frame with Proportional Response suspension kinematics
- Premium Fox suspension - 160mm Performance Float 36 fork & Performance Elite Float X rear shock
- Legendarily smooth shifting Shimano XT 12-speed w/ e*thirteen e*spec Plus cranks
- Powerful, dependable Magura MT5 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes
- Cannondale-tuned Shimano EP801 motor & custom, high-energy-density 601Wh internal battery
- Rugged WB KOM Trail i30 rims with grippy Maxxis Minion DHF front and Dissector rear tires
Specs
Details
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Platform
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Model NameMoterra SL 2
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Model CodeC65125U
Frameset
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FrameMoterra SL Carbon, 150mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned Suspension, FlexPivot Chainstay, direct mount internal battery, engineered plastic skid plate, 55mm chainline, internal cable routing, 29” FlipChip, 148x12mm Maxle thru-axle, UDH hanger, 200mm native post mount brake, angle adjust headset
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ForkFox Performance 36, 160mm travel, Grip Damper, 3-position adjust, 15x110mm Kabolt thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset
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HeadsetAcros Adjustable Angle (1.2°)
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Rear ShockFox Float X Performance Elite, 2 pos adj, EVOL LV, 210x55mm
E-System
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Drive UnitShimano EP801, 85Nm, Custom Tuned, Eco, Trail 1, Trail 2, Boost Modes
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BatteryCustom 601Wh battery
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ChargerCustom 4A
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DisplayShimano SC-EM800 Cycle Computer, Bluetooth LE Compatible
Drivetrain
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Rear DerailleurShimano XT
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ShiftersShimano XT, 12-speed
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ChainShimano XT, 12-speed
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Cranke*thirteen e*spec Plus, 160mm (S/M), 165mm (L/XL), 34T
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Rear CogsShimano XT, 10-51, 12-speed
Brakes
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BrakesMagura MT5 4-piston hydraulic disc, 203/203mm Storm HC 6-bolt rotors
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Brake LeversMagura MT5 hydraulic disc
Wheels
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RimsWTB KOM Trail i30, 30mm inner width, TCS tubeless ready
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SpokesDT Swiss Champion
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Tire Size2.5
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Wheel Size297
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Hubs(F) Formula DC-71132h, 15x110mm / (R) DT Swiss 370 Hybrid LN Ratchet System, 32h, 12x148mm
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Tires(F) Maxxis DHF, 29x2.5", 3C, EXO+, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Dissector, 27.5x2.4", 3C, EXO+, tubeless ready
Components
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HandlebarCannondale 3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 5° rise, 800mm
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StemCannondale 1, 7075 Alloy, 1-1/8", 35mm, 0°
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GripsCannondale TaperRidge
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SaddleFizik Terra Aidon X5, Mobius S alloy rail
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SeatpostCannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 150mm (S), 170mm (M-L), 200mm (XL)
Extra
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Extra 1Tubeless valves