In the search for the ultimate lightweight e-MTB, Orbea’s Rise series stands out as an example of the unyielding commitment to excellence. With the new Shimano-equipped Rise H, Orbea once again pushes the envelope. Watch the story behind the development of this beautiful, lightweight electric mountain bike.
“Less E, more MTB,” is the guiding principle of the Orbea Rise. It's about finding the perfect balance between power and range, weight and battery life. This concept, though simple, is profound. It's about creating the ultimate lightweight e-MTB without any compromises.
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ORBEA RISE H: Alloy Ascension
With the introduction of the new Rise H, a new chapter in the Rise narrative begins. With the same organic ride experience and cutting-edge features as its carbon counterpart, it is now reimagined in a sophisticated, high-polished alloy. This transition marks a significant milestone, making the Rise ethos accessible to a broader audience of trail enthusiasts.
The new Orbea Rise H is designed to be stiff where you need it and flexible where you want it. It's a bike that allows you to hit that sweet spot on every ride, empowering you to take on any trail with confidence. This results in a meticulously engineered, lightweight mountain bike equipped with DEORE XT Di2 and EP8, designed for electric trail riding—with a max assistance output of 85Nm.
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The Assist Modes, Rider Synergy, and Rider Synergy+ are all customizable in the E-TUBE PROJECT Cyclist app, so you can match your cadence and range to your personal best. This exceptional bike is the Orbea Rise H. It offers superb handling and stunning maneuverability, cutting through corners as if they were clouds.
Rediscover your trails with the Rise H and experience the fusion of nature and machine in perfect harmony.
URRUN: Basque for far
The RS Gen2 MC concept, a cornerstone of Rise's development in conserving battery life, now finds a new home in the Urrun. This bike is a chameleon of the trails, adept at catering to a diverse range of riders and their unique journeys—the length of which depends on you.
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For novices exploring the rugged beauty of mountain trails, Urrun is the ideal companion, making each ride an adventure filled with joy and discovery. For seasoned riders, it's a versatile steed, ready to be outfitted with racks and mudguards for the practicalities of daily commutes or long-distance treks. The allure of Urrun also lies in its simplicity. The hardtail design is a nod to the purists who appreciate the unadulterated connection between rider and trail.
The Urrun is equipped with an EP8 RS drive unit and is so beautifully designed that, in the words of Orbea, “hardly even looks like an e-bike.” Check it out for yourself in our bike selector.
The heart of URRUN: A frame for the future
Performance in mountain biking is synonymous with the frame. Urrun's all-new frame is a masterpiece of balance, offering just the right amount of compliance to enhance comfort while ensuring the bike remains planted on the trail, even at high speeds.
Every tube of the Urrun frame has undergone meticulous scrutiny to fine-tune its rigidity. The result is a ride that's responsive and exhilarating and mitigates the fatigue-inducing vibrations encountered during the most enduring rides.
Geometry and Control: The URRUN Experience
Urrun's design philosophy centers around a 120mm fork, with geometry meticulously crafted to maximize control. The bike's configuration is engineered to be intuitive, ensuring that riders of all skill levels can harness its potential for fun and exploration.
Let the Urrun be your gateway to countless adventures. Whether ridden fast and light or equipped with accessories for a tailored journey, Urrun adapts to the rider's needs. The included custom mounting kit simplifies the process of adding mudguards or racks, transforming the bike to match the day's escapade.
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Yet, for those who seek the purest mountain biking experience, the mounting kit can be removed, presenting Urrun in its most elemental form. This versatility is the essence of Urrun's design, making it a bike that's as capable as it is enjoyable. With a battery that has assistance for up to 8 hours of riding.
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