Looking for a New eMTB: Enduro Options and SRAM Eagle Transmission

[EwokTrailblazer]

I'm in the market for a new eMTB and was considering an enduro style. My top picks right now are:

- Orbea Wild
- Fezzari Timp Peak
- Specialized Levo / Kenevo

However, I have a strong preference for bikes that come with the new SRAM Eagle Transmission, as I've heard it pairs excellently with eMTBs.

The problem is, it seems like only the Specialized S-works and the Fezzari Timp Peak offer this feature. Unfortunately, the S-works is out of my budget.

Questions:

1. Is it worth settling for the Fezzari Timp Peak because of the SRAM Eagle Transmission?
2. Are there any other bikes you'd recommend that come with this transmission?
3. Should I wait for more options to become available that offer the SRAM Eagle Transmission?

Would love to hear your thoughts!

 

[Mabman]

Just get the bike you like/can afford with a UDH and figure on spending an extra $1500 for a SRAM transmission groupo and you could even sell on the stock drivetrain to defray the cost somewhat? Lots of options that way.

 

[CarolinaCrawler]

The new Vitus E Sommet VRS comes with the GX transmission. Seems like a pretty good buy on excellent components and good geometry.

Vitus E-Sommet VRX Mountain Bike

The Vitus E-Sommet VRX eMTB has all the trail-shredding performance of a big-hitting enduro bike, but with a powerful pedal-assist motor that kills climbs and extends access in far-flung terrain.

us.vitusbikes.com

Geometry wise it looks pretty much like an aluminum Timp Peak.