Giants and Liv have unveiled their latest electric mountain bikes in the form of the updated Fathom E+ and Lurra E+.
Instead of revamping the previous model, Giant chose to evolve the Fathom range, which consists of the trail-focused E+ and more versatile E+ EX. This change took the form of a stronger battery, with the Fathom E+ sporting a new 625Wh EnergyPak battery, while the E+EX boasts even more power through its 800Wh model.
For those who want bikes with women-specific geometry, Liv’s new Lurra range mirrors that of Giant, with E+ and E+ EX options, both in the same batteries and motors.
All four bikes are hardtails with alloy frames.
Fathom E+ and Lurra E+: ready-to-use electric mountain bikes
Considering their alloy constructions and hardtail suspensions, the new Fathom and Lurra e-bikes could be mistaken for standard entry-level models, but Giant points out that they are not just “a simple hardtail”, but “crafted for those who crave the thrill of discovering new paths.”
This is specifically the case for the Fathom E + and Lurra E +, both of which are specifically designed for the trails – Giant and Liv deviated from this script a little with the E + EX versions, but more on that later.
Off-road capability is provided in part by the full front suspension with 130mm of travel. This is paired with 29-inch wheels across the Fathom range and is the same for the medium and large frame sizes for the Lurra, although the small and medium sizes pack in 27.5-inch wheels due to the frames. smaller ones.
Each bike comes with a 625Wh EnergyPak battery integrated into the down tube, which is an upgrade over the 500Wh option offered on the previous Fathom 29-inch model. Giant does not specify the range it offers, but there is room to expand its capabilities by upgrading to an 800Wh battery or adding a 250Wh extender. The first has a claimed average distance of 150 km, with a maximum distance of 260 km.
Power on both bikes is provided by Giant’s SyncDrive Sport motor with its intelligent assistance system that uses six sensors to precisely measure rider power and match the level of assistance accordingly. This, Giant says, results in a more “natural” riding experience.
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Fathom E+ EX and Lurra E+ EX: Off-road performance with added versatility
Giant and Liv have deviated a bit more from the track-ready script with the new Fathom E+ EX and Lurra E+ EX models.
That’s not to say they aren’t designed to thrive off-road, as they’re loaded with the same trail-ready features, including a suspension fork with 130mm of travel, plus 29-inch wheels, save for the rims of 27.5 inches. specialized on small and medium frames for the Lurra.
What sets them apart from their cousins is the addition of a rear rack, fenders and an integrated front light. This opens up the bike to a wider range of riding, whether it’s daily rambles or bike adventures. The ability of the bikes to participate in bikepacking trips has also been enhanced by the larger 800Wh battery, which can be increased through a 250Wh extender. They also pack the strongest engines even in the form of the SyncDrive Sport 2. These benefit from the same intelligent sensor system.
Both the Giant Fathom E+ and Liv Lurra E+ models will be available for £3,299, but the price for the E+EX models has not yet been confirmed.
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