What's All This SL About Then? The Lightest Full-Power Mountain Bike Ever*
The Cannondale Moterra SL is the first 150mm trail bike to pack 85Nm of torque, 600W+ of peak output, and 601Wh of power into a machine weighing as little as 20.6kg /45.4lbs. Full-power fun meets lightweight agility – it’s in a class of its own. *eMTB with drive unit capable of at least 85Nm of torque and battery capacity of at least 600Wh.
High on Power, Low on Weight
Electric mountain bikes with this much power on tap have never been this light. The lightweight carbon fiber frame features our weight-saving FlexPivot technology, and houses a custom battery that packs more watts per kilo than any other on the market. That unmatched power-to-weight ratio makes for one hell of a fun ride.
Full Boost
Power comes from a custom-tuned version of Shimano’s EP801 drive unit – the lightest motor capable of the big power we were looking for. With 85Nm of torque and 600+ watts of max output, it brings big-time boost to the lightweight party.
Power a la Mode
We developed custom ride modes for Moterra SL, specially tuned for the kind of high-speed sessions this rig encourages. Four different levels of boost, easily adjustable on the fly, help you choose between maximum range, monstrous power, or your ideal blend of both. Whether mild or wild, your ride will be whatever you want it to be, no more and no less.
Heavenly Handling
At a glance, it looks kinda crazy – an adjustable head angle slack enough for a DH bike, the long reach and steep seat angle of a modern trail bike, suspension layout and geometry fully customized by size – but when it all comes together, it absolutely rips.
Animated Suspension
More than just weight-savers, our burly FlexPivot stays are also at the heart of our suspension design. By acting as a Horst pivot, it creates a true four-bar system, allowing our engineers to dial in the perfect suspension response for every input. The result? Incredible traction, confident braking, and a playful feel that just begs to be pushed harder.
What it's for
Fast, fluid, ridiculously fun trail riding on everything from the steep and techy to the fast and flowy.
Features:
- Full Carbon Frame
- Fox Float 36 160mm Travel Fork
- Fox Float X Performance Elite Shock
- Shimano XT/Deore 12spd Drivetrain
- Shimano Deore 4-pot Hydraulic Brakes
- Shimano EP801 Drive Unit and 601Wh Internal Battery
Product Code | C65274U10MD |
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Brand | Cannondale |
Gender | Unisex |
Frame | Moterra SL, Series 1 Carbon construction, 150mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned Suspension, FlexPivot Chainstay, direct mount internal battery, engineered plastic skid plate, 55mm chainline, DirectLine internal cable routing, 29” FlipChip, 148x12mm Maxle thru-axle, UDH hanger, 200mm native post mount brake, 1-1/8” – 1.5” tapered headtube, angle adjust headset |
Fork | Fox Performance 36, 160mm travel, Grip Damper, 3-position adjust, 15x110mm Kabolt thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset |
Rear Shock | Fox Float X Performance Elite, 2 pos adj, EVOL LV, 210x55mm |
Shifters | Shimano Deore M6100, 12-speed |
Derailleur (Rear) | Shimano XT |
Brakes | Shimano Deore 6120 4-piston hydraulic disc |
Crankset | e*thirteen e*spec Plus, 165mm, 34T |
Cassette | Shimano Deore 6100, 10-51, 12-speed |
Chain | Shimano Deore 6100, 12-speed |
Hub Front | Formula DC-71132h, 15x110mm |
Hub Rear | DT Swiss 370 Hybrid, 32h, 12x148mm |
Rims | WTB KOM Tough i30, 30mm inner width, TCS tubeless ready |
Handlebar | Cannondale 3 riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 4° rise, 800mm |
Stem | Cannondale 1, 6061 Alloy, 35.0, 40mm, 0° |
Headset | 1-1/8” – 1.5” tapered headtube, angle adjust headset |
Saddle | Fizik Terra Ridon X5, 145mm, Wingflex, S-Alloy Mobius rail 7x7mm |
Seatpost | Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 150mm (S), 170mm (M-XL) |
Pedal | Pedals not included with this bike but can be purchased separately here |
Wheel Size | 29 / 27.5 inch |
Number of Gears | 12 |
Motor | Shimano EP801, 85Nm, Custom Tuned, Eco, Trail 1, Trail 2, Boost Modes |
Battery | Custom 601Wh battery |
Ready to ride
Every bike from Start Fitness is fully checked & assembled before despatch and will arrive, almost, ready to ride. Each bike is assembled by one of our CyTech accredited mechanics and then packed into one of our custom boxes.
*This process has a lead time of 2-4 working days.
Unfortunately during peak times this may be slightly delayed. We will however, aim to despatch your bike as quickly as possible. Minimal assembly, with basic tools, is required before you can ride. Assembly tools are not usually included.
Making sure you are home
Once fully checked and boxed, we will contact you to arrange a suitable delivery date when you will be home to take delivery. Our bikes are despatched with a premium delivery service which usually delivers next working day (excludes weekends & bank holidays) for mainland UK orders, it may take slightly longer for some areas, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands and outlying Scottish areas. European bike deliveries usually take approximately one week.
Taking Delivery
Any mechanical or cosmetic issues need to be reported to us within one week of the delivery date. If you do not plan on using the bike straight away, we advise that you remove it from the box and check it over ASAP as we cannot be responsible for any reported issues (other than standard warranty issues) later than one week from the date that the bicycle was delivered.
First Service
After a few weeks of riding (we recommend around 6-8 weeks, regardless of how much the bike has been used), a new bike will need a service to make final adjustments and to re-check all nuts and bolts. This is necessary as the bike goes through a ‘bedding in’ phase, after which, final adjustment may be necessary. We recommend that this is carried out by a CyTech qualified mechanic.
It is important to have these checks carried out to prevent any avoidable problems which may not be covered by warranty and to ensure the smooth running of your bicycle. If you’re local to us, we’re able to offer this first service free of charge* at our Newcastle store (NE1 6JE). You’ll just need to call our workshop on 0191 917 3825 to book your service in, and don’t forget to bring your proof of purchase when you drop the bike off with us.
If you’ve had the bike delivered, it will be your responsibility to ensure a first service is carried out at a trusted bike shop local to you, preferably by a Cytech certified mechanic. Start Fitness are unfortunately not able to cover any costs associated with this service if carried out by another store.
*Please note that this complimentary check-over does not include any labour to replace worn parts or to fit new accessories. All bikes should be delivered to us in a clean and serviceable condition, or a £15 cleaning charge will be payable.
Bike Servicing
Bicycles need to be serviced regularly, as a guideline we would advise on at least one full service per year and/or a standard service twice a year. If the bike is used regularly in adverse conditions, more regular servicing may be required.
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