RX 500 SUV Hardtail 2026 – Power SUV E-Bike with Ananda M100 130 Nm and SunTour XCR-AIR LOR
🏔️ Hardtail SUV E-Bike – front suspension only. For SUV tours with maximum efficiency. Want full suspension? → see RX 500 MAX SUV (Fully SUV).
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The RX 500 SUV Hardtail combines SUV versatility (roads, forest paths, light off-road) with the efficiency and direct power transfer of a hardtail frame. The powerful Ananda M100 mid-drive motor with 130 Nm of torque (250 W nominal, 750 W peak, 48 V) handles all SUV tasks with ease. The large LG battery system (720–960 Wh) enables ranges up to 175 km.
The SunTour XCR-AIR LOR air-suspension fork with 120 mm of travel absorbs road imperfections and light trail hits, while the rigid rear delivers maximum acceleration – no losses from rear suspension. Robust 29-inch Schwalbe Nobby Nic tyres on reinforced rims deliver confident grip on any surface.
Hydraulic Shimano BL-MT401 disc brakes guarantee precise control. Shimano Deore 10-speed drivetrain with reliable power transmission. The intuitive Ananda colour LCD display with twilight sensor shows all ride data centrally.
Complete SUV equipment as standard: MIK pannier system, integrated LED lighting front and rear, robust mudguards, Velo comfort saddle. Pure German SUV versatility for commuters, tour riders and SUV enthusiasts.
SUV Hardtail vs. SUV Fully (MAX SUV) – which one is right for you?
- 🏔️ SUV Hardtail (this model, RX 500 SUV): lighter, more efficient, less maintenance – ideal for city, commuting and mixed terrain
- 🏔️ SUV Fully (RX 500 MAX SUV): full suspension front + rear, maximum comfort on rough paths – ideal for trail SUV and multi-day tours with luggage
Hardtail SUV is the right choice if you:
- mostly ride on roads and forest paths
- seek maximum range and efficiency
- prefer a lighter e-bike
- value low-maintenance construction
- Motor: Ananda M100 mid-drive, 130 Nm, 250 W nominal (750 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, 120 mm travel
- Rear: RIGID (Hardtail) – no rear suspension
- Tyres: 29" Schwalbe Nobby Nic, wide SUV tyres
- Brakes: Shimano BL-MT401 hydraulic disc brakes
- Drivetrain: Shimano Deore 10-speed
- Display: Ananda colour LCD with twilight sensor
- Pannier: MIK system
- Lighting: Integrated LED front and rear
- Mudguards: Complete standard equipment
- Frame: Hydroformed aluminium, sizes 17"/19"/21", SUV geometry
- Standards: EN 15194, EPAC, ISO4210-2 — StVZO-compliant
- Awards: 🏆 Consumer's Laurel 2025 • 🏆 Discovery of the Year 2025