Spanish mountain bike specialists Mondraker have unveiled their first gravel model. The carbon-framed Dusty is designed to add a ‘bit of fun’ to long-distance, technical-terrain riding thanks to his hub his motor and his 180km battery.
Gravel bikes are versatile bikes for commuters, CX racers, off-road adventurers, and many different terrains. After seeing the space expand in recent years, Mondraker decided to add even more flexibility to the typical recipe for its entry into the gravel bike market.
In a press release, the company said, “With the launch of our first gravel bike, we went a step further, looking for the greatest versatility for the widest range of users that an electric gravel bike could possibly offer.” With its ability to help you get the most out of your bike and push your limits more than ever before, the Dusty is the answer to everyone who wants to pedal farther and faster when the motor is in the equation It’s the “fun” that it brings. ”
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Mondraker engineers spent much of the last year building and testing a number of gravel bike frames. The production version of the hardtail is made from Stealth Air Carbon and is compact with a laterally stiff front end and bottom bracket for a responsive ride, plus a 70-degree head angle and 425mm chainstays. It has an agile rear triangle and a long reach measurement. -Comfortable transport.
Elsewhere, the ebike comes with a tapered carbon fork (except the XR model), clean-looking internally routed cables and a minimalist integrated seat post.
Dusty is powered by a Mahle X20 system consisting of a rear hub motor producing 55 Nm (40.5 lb.ft) of torque and a 350 Wh frame-integrated battery for up to around 180 km (112 miles). Charge riding and altitude gains up to 2,400 m (7,874 ft).
Three levels of app-configurable pedal assistance are available, and Mondraker says the assistance is “gradually applied and proportional to how you pedal.” A remote shifter on the drop handlebar makes it easy to adjust the level of assistance. An optional 171 Wh Range Extender can be used to extend the distance between plug-ins even further.
A quick glance at the top tube reveals battery health and power levels, and more ride data is available on the Pulsar One wireless display in the middle of the wheel. The ebike also offers Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity.
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There are three dusty models to choose from. The R version features an 11-speed SRAM Rival mechanical drivetrain, MDK-XG1 wheels wrapped in Maxxis Rambler EXO tires, SRAM Rival disc brakes and weighs 27.7 lbs (12.6 kg). The suggested retail price for this model is $6,499. The RR, priced at $7,599, features a 12-speed SRAM Rival Etap setup, Mavic Allroad disc wheels with Maxxis Rambler 700×40 tires, SRAM Rival Etap AXS disc brakes, and weighs 28.8 lbs (13.1 kg).
The top-end $11,999 XR model includes a 12-speed SRAM Force Etap AXS drivetrain, Mavic Allroad Pro Carbon SL wheels, 2-caliper SRAM Force Etap AXS disc brakes, 160mm rotors, 700×45 Maxxis Rambler EXO tires, 40-mm RockShox Rudy Ultimate fork, RockShox XPLR AXS dropper seatpost, 13.8 kg (30.4 lb) total weight.
Product page: Dusty
