Orbea Rise shook up the lightweight e-MTB world on its launch with its “more bike, less E” philosophy. Simply the most natural feeling ebike on the market, bringing riders closer to the trail and shattering expectations about how an ebike should ride.

The support provided by the progressive rate, along with the anti-squat characteristics of the main pivot placement mean Rise is an efficient pedaller that won’t sap your energy in sustained efforts. Progressive suspension is supple and active with great traction but ramps up to control the inevitable bigger hits. Rise has a moderately progressive curve, at 22%, giving very capable trail manners with the fun, playful, natural handling which Rise riders love.

Working jointly with Shimano, Orbea developed our proprietary electronics and batteries while Shimano configured their EP6 motor to work perfectly running our specific RS firmware. Tuning the maximum torque of the EP-RS motors to 60Nm allows us to increase the range by improving efficiency. We are also able to use standard trail components, improving choice and further reducing weight.

Using hydroforming process and triple butted tubes, Orbea’s engineers have perfected the wall thickness to save weight and strengthen the stress bearing zones. The hight polish finishes match the aesthetics of a carbon frame and increase the fatigue resistance on the welds.