KTM MACINA AERA 771 LFC

The "MACINA AERA 771 LFC" model from KTM, released in 2022, is a high-quality e-bike designed for demanding trekking tours. It is available at a price of 5099 EUR and offers a wide range of technical features and specifications that make it a robust and powerful companion.

The bike’s frame is made from Macina Trekking Onroad Alloy 6061 and is fitted with a PT750Wh Bosch Gen.4 battery. The maximum permissible weight is 148 kg, whilst the bike’s own weight is 27 kg. This ensures a stable and safe ride even when fully loaded.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano Deore XT T8100 / M8120 4-piston brakes, combined with a Shimano RT64 CL 180 front brake disc and an EM600 CL 180 brake disc with a magnet. Gear changes are handled by a Shimano Deore XT M8130-11 LG Shadow+ system, which enables precise and reliable gear changes. The shift levers are also by Shimano (Deore XT M8130-11 LG).

The front fork is a FOX 34 Float AWL 27.5" e-bike fork with 100 mm of travel and a 15x110 taper, which ensures excellent damping and control. The front light is a Litemove AE-130 LED High Beam with a luminous intensity of 90–130 lux, ensuring optimum visibility even in poor lighting conditions.

The bike is fitted with MTB pedals (flat VPE-527 alloy) and features a KTM TEAM ISIS crankset with a length of 170 mm Q16. The cassette is from Shimano (LG600-11 / 11–50) and the rear derailleur is a Shimano LG500. The handlebars are KTM Team Rizer 15 with a width of 680 mm, whilst the grips are from Ergon (GP1 SD), which ensure a high level of comfort.

The stem is an adjustable KTM Line (0–60° internal), and the headset is an Acros AICR internal with an angle limiter (1.1/8"–1.5"). The tyres are Schwalbe Johnny Watts Perf. Folding (65-584 DD) on both the front and rear, which ensures excellent traction and durability. The wheelset consists of KTM Line – DT Swiss 370 CL R28 components with Ambrosio E30 Trail rims and DT Hybrid spokes.

The saddle is a Selle Royal Lookin+, mounted on a KTM Team seatpost (30.9/300). Mudguards from Racktime (aluminium 72mm B&M Xeltec) provide protection against dirt and water. An adjustable KTM 28" kickstand ensures stability when parking the bike, whilst the Wingee alloy luggage rack (snap-it 1.0) provides additional storage space.

The bike is powered by a Bosch PERFORMANCE CX Gen.4 SMART SYSTEM motor with assistance up to 25 km/h and a torque of 85 Nm. The battery is a Bosch PowerTUBE 750Wh SMART SYSTEM, mounted horizontally, and the display is a Bosch KIOX 300 TFT SMART SYSTEM display. A Bosch STANDARD 4A SMART SYSTEM charger is used for charging.

Overall, the “MACINA AERA 771 LFC” from KTM offers an impressive combination of performance, comfort and versatility, making it an excellent choice for trekking enthusiasts.