The Lightest Full-Power Mountain Bike Ever
The Cannondale Moterra SL sets a new standard for full-power electric mountain bikes. It boasts an incredible power-to-weight ratio, packing serious eMTB capabilities (85Nm of torque, 600W+ peak output, 601Wh battery) into a remarkably lightweight package weighing in at as little as 19.7kg /43.4lbs. To achieve this, the bike features a meticulously crafted carbon frame with 150mm of travel and Cannondale's Proportional Response suspension, ensuring it handles perfectly for riders of all sizes.
This category-defining eMTB is designed to conquer any trail. It's equipped with top-of-the-line Fox Factory suspension – a 160mm Factory Float 36 fork and Factory Float X rear shock – for unbeatable control on the roughest terrain. Tough and light DT Swiss XM 1700 Spline carbon wheels ensure agility and durability.
SRAM's wireless XO AXS 12-speed drivetrain delivers precise shifts, while Magura MT7 disc brakes provide confident stopping power. At the heart of the Moterra SL is the Cannondale-tuned Shimano EP801 motor and a custom 601Wh battery, providing the power and range you need to push your limits on the most demanding rides.
High on Power, Low on Weight
Electric mountain bikes with this much power on tap have never been this light. The lightweight carbon fiber frame features our weight-saving FlexPivot technology, and houses a custom battery that packs more watts per kilo than any other on the market. That unmatched power-to-weight ratio makes for one hell of a fun ride.
Full Boost
Power comes from a custom-tuned version of Shimano’s EP801 drive unit – the lightest motor capable of the big power Cannondale were looking for. With 85Nm of torque and 600+ watts of max output, it brings big-time boost to the lightweight party.
Power a la Mode
Cannondale developed custom ride modes for Moterra SL, specially tuned for the kind of high-speed sessions this eMTB encourages. Four different levels of boost, easily adjustable on the fly, help you choose between maximum range, monstrous power, or your ideal blend of both. Whether mild or wild, your ride will be whatever you want it to be, no more and no less.
Heavenly Handling
At a glance, it looks kinda crazy – an adjustable head angle slack enough for a DH bike, the long reach and steep seat angle of a modern trail bike, suspension layout and geometry fully customized by size – but when it all comes together, it absolutely rips.
Animated Suspension
More than just weight-savers, our burly FlexPivot stays are also at the heart of our suspension design. By acting as a Horst pivot, it creates a true four-bar system, allowing our engineers to dial in the perfect suspension response for every input. The result? Incredible traction, confident braking, and a playful feel that just begs to be pushed harder.
Geometry
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Size | 29F/27.5R | 29F/27.5R | 29F/27.5R | 29F/27.5R |
| A Seat Tube Length (cm) | 38.0 | 40.0 | 44.5 | 49.0 |
| B Top Tube Horizontal (cm) | 56.5 | 59.2 | 61.9 | 65.6 |
| C Top Tube Actual (cm) | 53.7 | 55.9 | 58.4 | 62.1 |
| D Head Tube Angle | 62.5° | 62.5° | 62.5° | 62.5° |
| E Seat Tube Angle Effective | 77.0° | 77.0° | 77.0° | 77.0° |
| E, Seat Tube Angle Actual | 70.7° | 71.3° | 72.3° | 73.1° |
| F Standover (cm) | 73.8 | 73.7 | 73.7 | 74.2 |
| G Head Tube Length (cm) | 11.5 | 12.5 | 13.5 | 14.5 |
| H Wheelbase (cm) | 121.9 | 124.8 | 128.3 | 132.7 |
| I Front Center (cm) | 77.1 | 80.1 | 83.0 | 87.0 |
| J Chain Stay Length (cm) | 44.9 | 44.9 | 45.3 | 45.8 |
| K Bottom Bracket Drop (cm) | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| L Bottom Bracket Height (cm) | 33.5 | 33.5 | 33.5 | 33.5 |
| M Fork Rake (cm) | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
| N Trail (cm) | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.5 | 14.4 |
| 0 Stack (cm) | 63.0 | 63.9 | 64.8 | 65.7 |
| P Reach (cm) | 42.0 | 44.5 | 47.0 | 50.5 |
- Frame:
- Moterra SL, Series 1 Carbon construction, 150mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned Suspension, FlexPivot Chainstay, direct mount internal battery, engineered plastic skid plate, 55mm chainline, DirectLine internal cable routing, 29” FlipChip, 148x12
- FORK BRAND:
- Fox
- Fork:
- Fox Float Factory 36, 160mm travel, Grip2 Damper, Kashima coating, 15x110mm Kabolt thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset
- FORK TRAVEL:
- 160 mm
- Rear Shock:
- Fox Float X Factory, 2 pos adj, EVOL LV, 210x55mm
- Rims:
- DT Swiss XM 1700 Spline, 30mm inner width, TC tubeless ready
- WHEEL SIZE:
- 27.5 R 29 F
- Hubs:
- (F) DT Swiss 350, 15x110mm / (R) DT Swiss 350 Ratchet System 36 SL, 12x148mm
- Spokes:
- DT Swiss Competition, straight pull
- Tires:
- (F) Maxxis DHF, 29x2.5 ", 3C, EXO+, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Dissector , 27.5x2.4", 3C, EXO+, tubeless ready
- Crank:
- e*thirteen e*spec Plus, 165mm, 34T
- Chain:
- SRAM XO Eagle, T-Type, Flattop
- Rear Cogs:
- SRAM XO Eagle, 10-52, T-Type
- Rear Derailleur:
- SRAM XO Eagle AXS, T-Type
- Shifters:
- SRAM AXS T-Type POD Controller
- Grips:
- Cannondale TaperRidge
- Stem:
- Cannondale 1, 7075 Alloy, 1-1/8", 35mm, 0°
- E-Bike Display:
- Shimano SC-EM800 Cycle Computer, Bluetooth LE Compatible
- Headset:
- Acros Adjustable Angle (1.2°)
- E-Bike Charger:
- Custom 4A
- Brakes:
- SRAM Code Silver Stealth, 200mm HS2 rotors
- Saddle:
- Fizik Terra Ridon X3, 145mm, Wingflex, K:ium Mobius rail 7x7mm
- Seatpost:
- Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 150mm (S), 170mm (M-XL)
- DROPPER SEATPOST:
- Yes
- Pedals:
- Available for Purchase
- Availability:
- Please see above
- MOTOR:
- Shimano
- DRIVE UNIT:
- Shimano EP801 (85 Nm)
- BATTERY:
- 601 Wh Battery
