Olympia were so impressed by the performance of the radical new wheel size combination and suspension travel spec of the Genbo E-MTB, that they wanted to offer a very similar system to an even wider audience at a more competitive price point. I give you the EX 900 Sport.
This may be a new concept to bicycles, although it’s a wheel, tyre & suspension combination proven over decades in off-road motorcycle motocross. Before the advent of pedal assist and the increased power and torque provided by advanced motors and batteries, these were not issues to consider, although as E-MTB’s have evolved to offer near motorcycle levels of torque and performance the same solutions apply. Furthermore, the rider can adjust the rear suspension to dial-in their optimum geometry, or configure the rear end to accept a 29” rear wheel matching the front diameter & tyre size.
The EX 900 Sport is by no means a diluted dulled down version of the Genbo, although designed to offer as much bang for the buck as possible, the EX 900 Sport has been developed from the ground up, using a unique Olympia mid motor and internal battery system to hit the price target, which required huge upfront cost, especially when manufactured entirely in Italy.
Masters of innovation and bicycle geometry, Olympia were the first Italian manufacturer to produce and race MTB’s, in fact mountain bike competition is such a large part of Olympia’s racing heritage that they sponsor Italy’s largest MTB race series. Of course the 125 year old Olympia company had been designing and manufacturing bicycles a good few decades before the advent of MTB’s, and already possessed the greatest knowledge in frame design, materials and geometry, which have always kept them one step ahead of the competition.
Manufactured exclusively by OLI Sport for Olympia, the natural feeling pedal assisted motor with progressive power delivery offers 85Nm of torque, and is capable of powering the system to 120rpm. The PowerNine battery, also developed specifically for Olympia provides an extraordinary 900Wh capacity for above-average runtime. Together they form a highly responsive & finely calibrated combination that matches rider inputs perfectly.
The latest technology 21700 LG lithium cells are used to ensures the best possible footprint to output energy ratio, offering 900Wh in virtually the same space as commonly used integrated batteries with a fraction of the output. Not only will Olympia’s PowerNine battery take you further, it can be fully charged from flat using the 4Ah charger in under 6 hours.
The large volume air shock attached to the top-tube provides a low standover height & optimal rising rate suspension geometry, highly sensitive through its initial travel with a progressive compression curve towards the end of the stroke. Full internal routing maintains the sleek and stylish aesthetic, allowing height dropper remote cables etc. to be hidden from view (and mud), alongside gear cables and brake hoses etc. An adjustable chain control device and replaceable mech. hanger, thru-axle inserts & seatpost clamp ensure serviceability and longevity.
The EX 900 Sport is available in three standard sizes (S / M / L), and offered in a single factory build with Rock Shox Deluxe Select + shock (Colour 04 / Black & Red over Gunmetal Grey).
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