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2026 Forbidden Dreadnought E Tier 2 E-Bike

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Specifications

Product
Forbidden Dreadnought E Tier 2 E-Bike
Model Year
2026
Intended Use
Enduro / All-Mountain
Freeride / Bike Park
Rider
Unisex
Sizes and Geometry
S1
S2
S3
S4
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Sizes Additional Info
• Mixed ("Mullet") wheels: 29" front, 27.5" rear
• All specifications listed are with 180mm travel fork with 596mm axle-to-crown length and 44mm offset
View Full Geometry
Wheel Size
Mixed Wheel Size
E-Bike Class
Class 1: Pedal Assist (Pedelecs)
Motor
Avinox M2S, 130 Nm max continuous torque, 1300 W peak power; 150 Nm max torque in Boost mode for 60 seconds
Battery
Avinox, lithium-ion, integrated
Battery Capacity
Option 1: 600 Wh
Option 2: 800 Wh
Display/Remote
Avinox DP100 2-inch OLED full-color touchscreen display, top tube integrated, with Enhanced Navigation feature and 65W USB Type-C fast-charging output for accessories; Avinox wireless controllers, right and left sides
Modes
Auto, Eco, Trail, Turbo, Boost, Intelligent Walk Assist with Auto Hold and Hill Start Assist functions
Max Speed with Assist
USA/Canada/New Zealand: 20 mph (32.2 km/h)
Other: 15.5 mph (25 km/h)
Frame Material
Carbon Fiber
Frame Material Details
High-Modulus Carbon front and rear triangles, carbon rocker link; molded seatstay, chainstay, shuttle guard, and lower down tube/motor protection
Rear Travel
170mm
Rear Shock
FOX FLOAT X2 Factory, EVOL, 2-position threshold lever, high/low-speed compression adjust, high/low-speed rebound adjust, Kashima coating, 230mm length x 65mm stroke
Fork
FOX FLOAT 38 Factory, GRIP X2 damper, high/low-speed compresssion adjust, high/low-speed rebound adjust, 44mm offset
Fork Travel
180mm
Head Tube Diameter
Tapered, 1.125" top, 1.5" bottom
Headset
FSA Orbit, 6000 series alloy cups, stainless steel crown race, sealed cartridge bearings, ZS44/28.6 upper, ZS56/40 lower
Handlebar
OneUp Alloy, 800mm width, 8° backsweep, 5° upsweep, 35mm clamp diameter
Rise: 20mm (S1/S2), 35mm (S3/S4)
Stem
OneUp, forged 6061 aluminum, 42mm length, 35mm bar clamp
Grips
Forbidden, single-clamp lock-on, 128mm length
Brakes
SRAM Maven Silver, 4-piston, organic pads
Rotors: SRAM CenterLine, 6-bolt
Brake Levers
SRAM Maven Silver Stealth, tool-free reach adjust and contact point adjust
Drivetrain
1x
Shifters
SRAM Eagle Pod Rocker Controller, 12-speed, AXS electronic wireless, MMX mounting bracket
Front Derailleur
None
Rear Derailleur
SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, 12-speed, AXS electronic wireless
Chainguide
Forbidden Race upper slider and 18-tooth idler pulley
Cranks
Praxis Type 2 Alloy E-Cranks, ISIS interface, 150mm length
Chainrings
SRAM Eagle Transmission, 34 tooth
Pedals
None
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle Transmission Flattop, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM GX Eagle Transmission XS-1275, 12-speed, 10-52 tooth
Rims
Crankbrothers Alloy 2.0, 31mm inner width 28 hole front, 29.5mm inner width 32 hole rear, tubeless ready
Hubs
Crankbrothers, 15mm x 110mm (Boost) front, 12mm x 148mm (Boost) rear with Ratchet freehub and XD driver
Spokes
Sapim, ED-coated stainless steel, E-Light front, Strong rear, brass 14mm nipples
Tires
Front: Maxxis High Roller, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DH casing, 60 TPI, TR, 29" x 2.4"
Rear: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 3C MaxxGrip compound, DH casing, 120 TPI, TR, 27.5" x 2.5"
Saddle
fi'zi:k Terra Aidon X5, ride-compliant fiber-reinforced nylon shell, S-Alloy rails, 145mm width
Seatpost
TranzX Reverse dropper; TranzX GLS aluminum remote lever, MMX mounting bracket
Drop: 160mm (S1), 180mm (S2), 210mm (S3), 240mm (S4)
Seatpost Diameter
31.6mm
Seatpost Clamp
Forbidden, anodized 7075 CNC alloy, single bolt, 34.9mm
Rear Dropout / Hub Dimensions
12mm x 148mm (Boost)
Max. Tire Size
27.5" x 2.6"
Bottle Cage Mounts
One inside front triangle, plus accessory mounts under top tube
Colors
Tangerine Dreams
Warranty
Lifetime frame
Weight
With 600 Wh battery: 50 lb 15.2 oz (23,110 g)
With 800 Wh battery: 52 lb 13.9 oz (23,980 g)
Miscellaneous
• Trifecta V3 High Pivot Four-Bar Horst Link rear suspension design
• Mixed ("Mullet") wheels: 29" front, 27.5" rear
• Internal cable routing
• SRAM UDH (Universal Derailleur Hanger)
• Power settings customizable via Avinox Ride Mobile App
• Canadian prices: 13699 (600 Wh)/13999 (800 Wh) CAD

Includes:
• Extension wire to power SRAM AXS derailleur with main battery
• Avinox 168 W battery charger
• Fidlock TWIST Bike Base
• Stan's NoTubes tubeless tire sealant
• Pre-installed frame protection film in high-wear areas
Price
With 600 Wh battery: $10,699.00
With 800 Wh battery: $10,999.00
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Where To Buy
Free U.S. shipping on everything.
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free U.S. shipping on everything.
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
$8,999.00
Free shipping on orders over $50 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free shipping on orders over $50 (contiguous U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
Free shipping on orders over $69 (continental U.S. only).
International shipping available. Some exclusions apply.
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