Feeling

From the outset the Moustache Samedi Down has a real purposeful shape to its chassis, slack and long, a shape very close to many current downhill bikes in a similar size. The long chainstay means there is slightly more weight up front than normal and the bar/stem fitted was particularly low, however on the hoof the bike feels super steady, the weight meaning that there is little weight transfer as the bike enters corners with both wheels drifting rather than one or the other. The Samedi is totally all-action.

Verdict

The five year frame and two year guarantee for frame, fork and motor will be good news for many riders who will no doubt make the most of every second that this bike can offer. We’d like to see a greater spread of sizes but that will come for this small company.

Overall a quiet bike, an exciting bike and one that can tackle pretty much anything, the shape of the bike inspires an all-guns approach to the descents particularly with strong rubber and the supportive dampers. The Moustache Samedi Down is certainly one that’s near the top of our e-mtb rankings.

Motor – Bosch Performance CX250W – 40/75Nm
Battery – Bosch 500Wh
Travel – Front 180/Rear 170-190
Weight – 52lb
Price –

SIZE                                          S                     L
Wheelbase                             1212               1251
Reach                                      421                 459
Head Angle                            64.8
Seat Angle                              74.3
Chain Stay                              460
BB Height                               357

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