Ducati has developed its first full carbon eMTB and rocked the off-road world with the June 15 announcement. The Powerstage RR Limited Edition is said to be Ducati's most exclusive e-enduro model. Even the “Powerstage” name is tied to a special stage recently introduced in the e-enduro circuits which consists in tackling, in addition to the classic downhill stages, a technical uphill route, testing both the skills of athletes competing in the races and the performance level of the vehicle.
“Ducati’s pedal assisted bicycle project took shape with the launch of the MIG-RR, the first e-mtb produced in collaboration with Thok E-Bikes. In 2022 the range of E-Bikes has been made even more complete and performing,” noted Giorgio Favaretto, Head of e-Bicycle Business. With the new Powerstage RR, Ducati strengthens its presence in the premium-range e-mountain bike segment, aimed at even more demanding bikers."
The "full carbon" frame has undergone lengthy testing on the toughest routes with a single goal: to guarantee maximum performance in the enduro field. The choices on the arrangement of the carbon layers and on the types of fiber intertwining are the result of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) which allows identifying the points subject to greater stress, which therefore requires greater strength. More attention to stiffness has been given to the steering area, the rear chain stay and the engine area reinforced by two ribs (T-Ribs).
Coupled to the carbon frame is the new Shimano EP801 drive unit developing 250 Watts of nominal power and 85 Nm of torque. The new system features two preconfigured assistance profiles: "long ride" and "fast ride" for maximum performance on short courses. The removable 630Wh Shimano battery is positioned inside the "verticalized" downtube in order to lower the centre of gravity, improving the balance of the bike.
The new Powerstage RR Limited Edition can be ordered from the Ducati dealer network at $11,990 MSRP!