When we were designing the new SUV 45 Hybrid SL - our first speed e-bike - for 2016, we paid particular attention to the requirements of an e-bike designed to exceed 16mph (25kmh). With its active drive support offering speeds up to 28mph (45kmh), you'll easily out-pace the traffic on city streets and cover large distances in no time - a genuine transport alternative for the environmentally conscious. A robust aluminium Superlite frame and carefully selected components mean you'll still be relaxed in the saddle, even at 28mph. That's why the SUV Hybrid 45 SL is a great choice for getting around quickly in urban spaces: no more worrying about rush-hour jams or finding a parking space.
The triple butted, hydroformed High-Performance Aluminium (HPA) frame is a prime example of what modern aluminium frame construction can offer, and is tailored in every detail to the requirements of an urban e-bike. Sophisticated construction means that it boasts optimal frame rigidity in spite of its low weight. The X12 rear axle simply adds to this drivetrain efficiency. Perfect positioning of the motor and battery relative to the frame, combined with our own Agile Ride Geometry (ARG) adds up to lots of riding fun in the urban jungle, even at high speeds.
Riding in the city can be unforgiving. That's why we've added all kinds of robust MTB technology, to make the SUV 45 rider's life a little easier. The comfortable Fox 34 Float suspension fork and voluminous Schwalbe Big Ben tyres make light work of potholes and kerbs. Bosch's Performance Speed Line drive offers intelligent power assistance, with a breakway point over 28mph (45kmh) and a new 500Wh battery to maximise the range. Brand new XT gear components from Shimano, combined with a wide-ranging 11-42 cassette, guarantee reliable gear shifting and a gear for every eventuality. The hydraulic four-piston Magura MT5 disc brakes with 180mm rotors front and rear are the perfect choice for scrubbing off speed when you need to. And the bike rolls on high quality, robust Answer Atac AM 29 wheels.