Transition teases the Relay - The mountain biker's e-bike
New lightweight e-bike gets Fazua motor, mixed wheelsize option and 430Wh battery
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With the goal of combining a mountain bike and an e-bike all in one package, Transition has created the Relay. The brand claims that it's a lightweight e-bike that employs a Fazua drive system and a lightweight but long-lasting 430Wh battery. Here are all of the details.
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Transition says that the concept of two bikes in one was what got the brand so interested in creating an e-bike in the first place, having introduced the Repeater earlier in the year. This time, Transition wanted to make a lightweight, powered mountain bike with a removable battery. This was achieved by adopting Fazua's Ride 60 system.
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The Ride 60 system is claimed to be light in weight while offering 430Wh and 60nm of torque. The battery is then easily removed by opening a door on the downtube, enabling riders to switch from a pedal-assisted machine to a normal pedal-powered mountain bike without having to reach for the toolbox. While the motor stays in the frame, Transition promises that it's just as efficient as a normal drivetrain with little added weight with the battery removed.
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The Relay offers up to 170mm of travel at the rear wheel which can be reduced to 160mm and the bike can run either a mixed wheelset or a full 29" setup. It's available with either a carbon or aluminium frame and is available in six sizes from extra small to double extra large.
2022 transiton relay motor control.jpg, by Liam Mercer
Designing a bike that can be two in one might sound a little strange at first but the brand thinks that the capability to ditch the battery and save weight makes for a super versatile bike. Without the extra power, the Relay is ripe for the uplift or trails that may not be as suitable for e-bikes. Bung in the battery and you'll be able to sneak in a few cheeky laps during your lunch break.
2022 transiton relay lifestyle.jpg, by Liam Mercer
This is just a taster of what Transition has in store for the Relay with more details to come. At the moment, the bike will be available in the spring of 2023.
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