The new Orbea Wild LT is not just another update to the Wild platform.
This is Orbea taking the gravity DNA from the Rallon, adding full-power eMTB capability, and building a bike that is designed to go hard in both directions. Big climbs, rough descents, technical sections, bike park laps, steep natural trails, this is the Wild taken to its most aggressive point yet.
The headline is obvious. The new Orbea Wild LT uses the Avinox M2S motor system. But the real story is not just that Orbea has chosen Avinox. It is what Orbea has done with it.
This bike runs Orbea’s own RS Tune, a specific firmware setup developed to make the motor feel sharper, more controlled and more connected to the rider. Rather than simply chasing the biggest possible numbers, Orbea has focused on how the power actually feels on the trail.
First Impressions: Rallon DNA, Full-Power Support
Orbea has been very clear about what this bike is supposed to be.
The Wild LT is essentially the full-power e-bike version of the Rallon idea. It takes the same downhill-focused approach, the same gravity mindset and the same emphasis on speed and control, then builds it into a proper long-travel eMTB package.
On paper, the numbers back that up.
You are looking at a 170mm rear travel platform, with 170mm or 180mm fork compatibility depending on setup. It is also compatible with a downhill triple clamp fork as an aftermarket option, which tells you a lot about the kind of riding Orbea had in mind when developing it.
This is not a lightweight trail e-bike trying to pass itself off as an enduro bike.
The Orbea Wild LT has clearly been designed as a full-power, long-travel machine for riders who want downhill performance first, with the motor there to open up more laps, steeper climbs and bigger days.
On paper, the intent is obvious. The 170mm platform, aggressive geometry and downhill-inspired design point towards a bike built for serious terrain rather than just all-round trail riding. It looks low, planted and purposeful, with a layout that suggests Orbea has put a lot of focus into keeping the weight central and the bike composed when speeds increase.
That matters on an eMTB.
A powerful motor and large battery can easily make a bike feel heavy or awkward if the weight distribution is not right. With the Wild LT, Orbea appears to have designed the whole package around stability, control and confidence when the terrain gets steeper, faster and more demanding.
Built as a Complete System
One of the big takeaways from being introduced to this new model is how integrated the bike is.
This bike is not simply a frame with a powerful motor fitted into it afterwards. The motor, suspension layout, rider controls and battery system all feel like they have been considered together from the start.
That is where Avinox becomes important.
The compact motor layout has allowed Orbea to position the suspension pivots where they wanted them, which means the Wild LT can bring more of that Rallon-style suspension performance into a full-power eMTB.
The result is a bike that feels active, supportive and composed, rather than dull or overbuilt.
It also means Orbea has been able to keep the weight low and central.
On trail, that translates into a bike that stays calm when things get rough. It does not feel like the motor and battery are dragging the bike around underneath you. Instead, it feels balanced, with enough mass to hold speed and remain stable, but not so much that it becomes difficult to move around.
That balance is one of the most important parts of the bike.
The Wild LT is heavy-duty in intent, but it does not feel lazy.
Avinox M2S with Orbea RS Tune
This is the part everyone is going to talk about.
The Orbea Wild LT uses the Avinox M2S motor, but with Orbea’s own RS Tune. That means it is not running the same standard motor feel you would get from every other Avinox-equipped bike.
Orbea has developed its own firmware to change how the motor responds, how quickly assistance arrives and how the power is managed across different riding situations.
On the trail, that makes a real difference.
The motor reacts quickly. Very quickly.
When you put pressure through the pedals, the support comes in with far less hesitation than you might expect from such a powerful system.
That could be a steep root step, a tight uphill switchback, a rocky ledge or an awkward restart where you need the bike to respond quickly and predictably.
This is where the Wild LT’s Avinox RS tune sounds particularly interesting. Rather than simply chasing big power figures, Orbea has worked on its own firmware tune, designed to make the assistance more precise and easier to manage in technical situations.
On paper, that should mean the motor does not need a big wind-up before it starts helping. The idea is early, responsive support when you need it, especially on technical climbs where timing and traction matter more than outright speed.
Crucially, it is not just about throwing power at the rear wheel.
That seems to be one of Orbea’s main focuses with the Wild LT. The support is designed to be strong, but also controlled, helping the rear tyre stay hooked up rather than spinning out every time you ask for more assistance.
That is what separates a well-tuned eMTB system from one that simply feels powerful.
Why the RS Tune Matters
Orbea’s RS approach is not new.
It started with the brand’s work on the original Rise, where Orbea pushed to create a motor tune that better matched its idea of how an e-bike should ride. Since then, the RS concept has developed into a wider ecosystem, including motor tuning, rider controls, smart dropper functions and system integration.
With the Wild LT, that RS approach comes to Avinox.
Orbea says the aim was to create a motor that feels like an extension of the rider, with quick reactions that add control whether climbing or descending. The firmware has been developed to make the motor more sensitive to rider input, including pedal angle, pedal torque, pedal speed and the assist start curve.
That means the Wild LT is not just using the Avinox motor for its raw output. Orbea has gone deeper into how the motor behaves.
The key idea is faster reaction with better connection.
On technical climbs, that should make the bike easier to manage when you need support immediately, such as starting on a steep section, ratcheting the pedals through awkward terrain or lifting the front wheel over a step. In those moments, delayed support can be the difference between clearing a section and putting a foot down.
The RS Tune is designed to bring the assistance in sooner and more precisely, while still controlling the amount of power so the rear tyre can keep grip.
That is why Orbea is talking so much about traction.
The Wild LT is not just about getting to the top of the hill. It is about getting up harder, steeper and more technical climbs in a more controlled way.
Power Modes and Superboost
The Wild LT has four main tuned modes: Eco, Auto, Trail and Turbo, with Superboost available for short bursts.
Eco is there for longer range and more efficient riding.
Auto is designed to adapt to changing terrain, taking factors such as gradient and cadence into account.
Trail is likely to be the go-to mode for a lot of technical riding, balancing strong support with control.
Turbo gives the highest level of standard assistance when you want maximum support.
Then there is Superboost.
Superboost is the big-power option, offering up to 1300W and 150Nm for a pre-set time of up to 60 seconds. It is not designed to be the mode you ride in constantly. Instead, it is there for short, high-demand efforts where you want maximum assistance, such as a steep ramp, punchy climb or awkward section where momentum is hard to maintain.
That gives the Wild LT two sides.
It has a controlled, tuned ride feel for normal trail use, but it also has access to a serious burst of power when needed.
That should make it a very versatile system for aggressive riders, especially those who ride steep terrain or want to use the bike as a self-shuttle machine.
Descending Performance: This Is What It Was Built For
The Wild LT’s climbing technology is impressive, but the bike is clearly built around descending. That is where the Rallon influence matters.
Orbea describes the Wild LT as the e-bike version of Rallon, with downhill-developed handling, active suspension kinematics and a low frame layout. It is designed for uncompromising downhill performance fused with full-power eMTB capability.
The travel numbers tell the same story.
With 170mm rear travel and 180mm fork compatibility, the Wild LT sits firmly in the long-travel enduro and gravity eMTB category. It is designed for steep descents, rough tracks, bike park riding and high-speed terrain where stability and support matter.
The suspension layout is built around gravity kinematics, with a progressive but predictable leverage ratio and lower pedal kickback for a more active suspension feel. Orbea also highlights grip under both climbing and descending loads, which is exactly what you want from a full-power eMTB that has to work hard in both directions.
This is not a trail bike with extra power.
It is a proper gravity-focused eMTB, built for riders who want the motor to create more descending opportunities rather than soften the riding experience.
RS HMI and One Battery System
The motor is only one part of the story, as Orbea has put significant work into the surrounding RS ecosystem to make the controls feel natural and minimize distraction. By integrating electronic shifting, electronic dropper functions, and the motor remote into a single system, the bike powers all electronic components directly from the main battery.
In real-world terms, this results in a cleaner riding setup with less charging and fewer separate batteries to manage. This design highlights Orbea's RS philosophy: using technology not for its own sake, but to let the components fade into the background so the rider can stay completely focused on the trail.
What Makes the Wild LT Different?
The full-power eMTB market is crowded, but the Orbea Wild LT stands out through purposeful integration, not just big spec numbers.
• The Power: Rather than chasing raw peak watts, its proprietary Avinox RS Tune is engineered for maximum traction, instant reactivity, and precise control.
• The Pedigree: Born from Orbea’s Rallon gravity program, the handling, suspension, and weight distribution are purely optimized for aggressive downhill performance.
• The System: The HMI remote, smart dropper, and unified battery create a seamless, cohesive ecosystem rather than a collection of bolt-on parts.
Plenty of bikes offer travel and power. Very few combine a downhill pedigree with this level of custom motor and system integration.
Compare models & explore the range
We’ve included comparison charts below so you can clearly see the main differences between the Orbea Wild LT Carbon and Wild LT Aluminium models.
For a more granular breakdown, the individual product pages go into full detail on specifications and features, with the four bikes in the new Orbea Wild LT range listed below.
To compare all individual specs for each new 2027 Wild LT Carbon models click here
And to compare all Orbea Wild LT Aluminium models click here
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The new Orbea Wild LT Carbon and Aluminium range is now available to pre-order with a £200 deposit. You can secure yours here
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