KTM MACINA AERA 772 LFC

The 2023 KTM MACINA AERA 772 LFC is a high-quality e-bike which, at a price of 4599 EUR, is positioned in the upper mid-range. The bike’s frame is made from Macina Trekking Onroad Alloy 6061 and features an integrated Bosch Gen.4 motor with a battery capacity of 750 Wh. The maximum permissible weight is 147 kg, whilst the bike’s unladen weight is 27 kg.

The MACINA AERA 772 LFC is fitted with Tektro HD-M535 4-piston brakes, which ensure reliable and powerful braking performance. The drivetrain is a Shimano Deore M5130-10 LG Shadow+, which, in combination with the Shimano Deore M5130-10 LG shifter, offers precise and smooth gear-changing performance. The Suntour XCR 34 Air fork, with 80 mm of travel and a 15x110 taper, ensures a comfortable ride, even on uneven trails.

The Litemove SE-150 LED front light, with 150 lux, ensures good visibility. The pedals are VPE-527 MTB pedals made from a robust aluminium alloy. The crankset is a KTM E-COMP ISIS, 170 mm long with a Q-factor of 16. The Shimano LG400-10 cassette offers a gear range of 11–43, whilst the drivetrain is powered by the Shimano LG500.

The handlebars are KTM COMP II Rizer with a width of 680 mm, and the grips are Ergon GP1 SD, which provide extra comfort. The stem is an adjustable KTM stem with an angle range of 0–60° ICR. The headset is an Acros AICR internal model with an angle-limiting system.

The front and rear rims are KTM Line – Shimano MT410B and Shimano Deore M6000 respectively – combined with Ryde Rival30 rims and DT Champion and DT Alpine II spokes respectively. Both tyres are Schwalbe Johnny Watts Perf. Folding tyres in size 65-584 DD, which provide good traction and stability.

The saddle is a Selle Royal Lookin+ model, mounted on a KTM Team seatpost measuring 30.9/300 mm. The saddle is clamped in place using a KTM Line JD-SC99 clamp with a diameter of 34.9 mm. The bike is also fitted with Racktime aluminium mudguards (72 mm) and a Racktime Light luggage rack (Snap-It 2.0). An adjustable KTM 28" kickstand completes the specification.

The motor on the MACINA AERA 772 LFC is a Bosch PERFORMANCE CX Gen.4 SMART SYSTEM, providing assistance up to 25 km/h and a torque of 85 Nm. The battery is a Bosch PowerTUBE with a capacity of 750 Wh, which is also part of the SMART SYSTEM. It is controlled via a Bosch LED remote SMART SYSTEM and a Bosch KIOX 300 TFT display SMART SYSTEM. The battery is charged using a Bosch STANDARD Charger 4A SMART SYSTEM.

Overall, the KTM MACINA AERA 772 LFC offers a well-thought-out combination of high-performance technology and high-quality components, making it suitable for both everyday use and longer rides.