2018 Devinci AC nx/gx – first ride

[Rob Rides EMTB]

Devinci currently make two lines of ebikes, AC and DC. This is the AC nx/gx, the longer travel version with a 180mm fork and 170mm rear travel. It’s got a 500Wh battery and the Shimano Steps E8000 motor. Nx/gx means you get an Sram NX shifter and GX rear derailleur. It’s a well funtioning low cost setup that will satisfy most people. If the drivetrain don’t impress you much then have a look at the suspension.
The Fox Float Performance Elite 36 Evol is a great fork and probably the most sensible option in the Float lineup. It’s solid, functional and has a decent ammount of adjustment knobs. The shock is the top of the line Fox DHX2 Factory with a lightweight steel coil. I haven’t used the Sram Guide RE brakes before. They didn’t bother me and performed well during this one test ride, brake force was good and consistent.
The Maxxis Minion 27,5×2,8″ tyres are often found on ebikes these days, allthough long travel bikes such as this one seems to be moving towards the narrower 2,6″...

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[Sammy the Crab]

I saw these on Freeborn.co.uk reduced to £3600 if you need a large