Stevens E-Inception AM 7.7.2

The "E-Inception AM 7.7.2" model from Stevens, released in 2022, is a high-quality e-mountain bike which, at a price of 5,199 EUR, is positioned in the upper mid-range. The bike’s frame is made from 6061 TB aluminium, ensuring a robust yet lightweight construction.

The braking system features Shimano BR-M6120 brakes at the front and rear, which, together with the Shimano BL-M6100 brake levers, deliver reliable braking performance. The brake discs are also from Shimano (SM-RT64) and measure 203 mm at the front and 180 mm at the rear, ensuring excellent deceleration.

The drivetrain is fitted with the Shimano Deore XT Shadow+ RD-M8100-SGS, complemented by the Shimano Deore XT SL-M8100 shifter. This enables precise and rapid gear changes. The bike’s fork is the Rock Shox Yari RC, whilst the rear shock is a Rock Shox Deluxe Select+, ensuring outstanding suspension performance.

Lighting is provided by the Litemove HKSE-110 front light, which ensures good visibility in low-light conditions. The pedals are MTB Aluminium Flatpedal Reflex, which offer stability and a secure grip. The bottom bracket and crankset are from the Shimano Steps series, specifically the EP8 FC-EM600 model.

The cassette is a Shimano Deore CS-M6100 with 12 speeds, offering a wide range of gear ratios. The handlebars and stem are both Oxygen E-Scorpo models, with the handlebars measuring 780 mm in width. The headset is an Acros Blocklock Taper 1 1/8"–1.8", which ensures precise steering.

The rims are Sun Ringlé Dö¼roc SD37, measuring 31 x 622 at the front and 31 x 584 at the rear. The tyres are Schwalbe Nobby Nic Evolution, sized 65-622 at the front and 65-584 at the rear, providing excellent grip and stability. The hubs are Shimano SLX, both front and rear.

The saddle is a Fizik Terra Aidon X5, which offers comfort even on long rides. The seatpost is an Oxygen E-Scorpo DPR-E, which provides additional stability. The bike’s motor is a Shimano EP800, which, together with the Darfon 726 battery, provides powerful assistance. The display is a Shimano SC-EM800, which shows all the necessary information clearly and concisely.

Overall, the Stevens E-Inception AM 7.7.2 offers an excellent combination of high-quality components and well-thought-out design, making it an outstanding choice for discerning e-mountain bike enthusiasts.