The Lightest Full-Power Mountain Bike Ever
The Cannondale Moterra SL 2 2024 redefines what's possible in an electric mountain bike. It delivers the full power expected from a top-tier eMTB (85Nm of torque, 600W+ peak output, 601Wh battery) while achieving an unprecedented level of lightness. Cannondale achieved this balence through a meticulously designed carbon frame featuring 150mm of travel and Cannondale's Proportional Response suspension, ensuring optimal handling regardless of rider size.
To match the frame's capabilities, the Moterra SL 2 boasts premium Fox suspension – a 160mm Performance Float 36 fork and Performance Elite Float X rear shock – for exceptional control on the roughest terrain. Shimano's reliable XT/Deore 12-speed drivetrain, with ethirteen espec Plus cranks optimized for e-bikes, delivers smooth and precise shifting.
When it's time to scrub speed, the Shimano Deore 6120 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes offer powerful and dependable stopping power. At the heart of this eMTB lies a Cannondale-tuned Shimano EP801 motor and custom 601 Wh battery, providing ample power and range for extended, challenging 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 Performance 36, 160mm travel, Grip Damper, 3-position adjust, 15x110mm Kabolt thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset
- FORK TRAVEL:
- 160 mm
- Rear Shock:
- Fox Float X Performance Elite, 2 pos adj, EVOL LV, 210x55mm
- Rims:
- WTB KOM Tough i30, 30mm inner width, TCS tubeless ready
- WHEEL SIZE:
- 27.5 R 29 F
- Hubs:
- (F) Formula DC-71132h, 15x110mm / (R) DT Swiss 370 Hybrid, 32h, 12x148mm
- Spokes:
- DT Swiss Champion
- Tires:
- (F) Maxxis DHF, 29x2.5 ", 2C, EXO, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Dissector , 27.5x2.4", 2C, EXO, tubeless ready
- Crank:
- e*thirteen e*spec Plus, 165mm, 34T
- Chain:
- Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed
- Rear Cogs:
- Shimano Deore 6100, 10-51, 12-speed
- Rear Derailleur:
- Shimano XT
- Shifters:
- Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed
- Grips:
- Cannondale TaperRidge
- Stem:
- Cannondale 1, 6061 Alloy, 35.0, 40mm, 0°
- E-Bike Display:
- Shimano SC-EM800 Cycle Computer, Bluetooth LE Compatible
- Headset:
- Acros Adjustable Angle (1.2°)
- E-Bike Charger:
- Custom 4A
- Brakes:
- Shimano Deore 6120 4-piston hydraulic disc, 203mm RT66 rotors
- Saddle:
- Fizik Terra Ridon X5, 145mm, Wingflex, S-Alloy 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
