RX 500 Hardtail 2026 – Power E-MTB with Ananda M100 130 Nm and SunTour XCR-AIR LOR
🏔️ Hardtail E-MTB – front suspension only. For riders who want efficiency and direct power transfer. Want full suspension? → see RX 500 MAX (Fully).
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The RX 500 Hardtail is the efficient, sporty variant of the RX 500 family. The powerful Ananda M100 mid-drive motor with 130 Nm of torque (250 W nominal, 960 W peak, 48 V) handles every trail confidently. The generous LG battery system (720–960 Wh) enables ranges up to 175 km – perfect for extended trail tours without range anxiety.
The SunTour XCR-AIR LOR air-suspension fork with 130 mm of travel absorbs hard hits at the front wheel, while the rigid rear (Hardtail) delivers maximum acceleration and direct pedal-power transfer – no losses from rear suspension. 29-inch Maxxis Rekon or Schwalbe Nobby Nic tyres (29 x 2.6) on reinforced rims deliver confident grip on asphalt, gravel and trails.
Hydraulic Shimano BL-MT401 disc brakes guarantee precise control. The Shimano Deore/Cues 10-speed drivetrain handles every climb. The intuitive Ananda colour LCD display with twilight sensor automatically adjusts brightness to ambient light.
Hardtail vs. Fully – which one is right for you?
- 🏔️ Hardtail (this model, RX 500): lighter, more efficient, less maintenance, direct drive – ideal for cross-country, forest roads, tours on less rough trails
- 🏔️ Fully (RX 500 MAX): full suspension (front + rear), maximum comfort and control on trails – ideal for technical singletracks and downhill
Hardtail is the right choice if you:
- often ride mixed surfaces (city + light trails)
- seek maximum efficiency and range
- prefer a lighter e-bike
- value low-maintenance construction (no rear-shock)
- Motor: Ananda M100 mid-drive, 130 Nm torque, 250 W nominal (960 W peak), 48 V
- Battery: LG 48V 15 Ah (720 Wh) or 20 Ah (960 Wh), up to 175 km range
- Fork: SunTour XCR-AIR LOR air-suspension fork, 130 mm travel
- Rear: RIGID (Hardtail) – no rear suspension, maximum efficiency
- Tyres: 29" x 2.6 Maxxis Rekon or Schwalbe Nobby Nic, reinforced rims
- Brakes: Shimano BL-MT401 hydraulic disc brakes
- Drivetrain: Shimano Deore/Cues 10-speed
- Display: Ananda colour LCD with twilight sensor
- Frame: Hydroformed aluminium, sizes 17"/19"/21"
- Standards: EN 15194, EPAC, ISO4210-2 — StVZO-compliant
- Awards: 🏆 Consumer's Laurel 2025 • 🏆 Discovery of the Year 2025