Nicolai calls their just lately launched S18 SWIFT a ‘tremendous enduro’ eMTB, developed to “make all these bikers comfortable who demand most journey, most motor energy. and most downhill efficiency“. It options an aluminum body, mullet MX wheelsize combo, and Bosch’s just lately upgraded Efficiency Line CX motor, i.e. boosted to 750 Watts of energy and 100Nm of torque. Going ahead, Nicolai’s Swift collection of eMTBs will all function Bosch drive methods.
Nicolai S18 SWIFT long-travel, full-power tremendous enduro eMTB
Nicolai builds the S18 Swift’s body out of their most well-liked hydroformed 7020-T6 aluminum. They declare this grade of alloy gives 30% larger tensile power and 20% extra elasticity than typical 6061 aluminum.
Nicolai covers their frames with a five-year guarantee in opposition to manufacturing or materials defects.
S18 Swift – Key Specs and Body Options
This beastly eMTB gives 180mm of rear journey, managed by a Horst hyperlink 4-bar suspension linkage rotating on double-sealed Enduro bearings. Nicolai specs 180mm forks inventory on the entire mannequin, however says the body can run a 190mm fork for these seeking to go greater. I didn’t see specific point out of the phrases ‘twin crown’ wherever, however they do say as much as 40mm stanchions are OK on this body… and we all know what which means.
Suspension-wise, Nicolai refined the S18 Swift’s anti-squat to maximise traction and effectivity for climbing, however the linkage permits for absolutely lively suspension whereas descending. A variable development price gives preliminary sensitivity, a supportive mid-stroke, and powerful bottom-out resistance. The eMTB actually desires to fly downhill.
The only full S18 Swift constructed that Nicolai gives comes on a set of MX wheels. However full 29” setups are additionally attainable, despite the fact that geometry will change between the 2 totally different rear wheel configurations.
The S18 Swift body is designed with a full-length straight seattube for lengthy journey 30.9mm dropper publish compatibility. Small frames can run as much as 160mm posts, L & XLs can run as much as 250mm.
The body runs a Increase 148mm rear axle, gives SRAM UDH dropouts, and permits ample clearance for as much as 2.5” tires (27.5 or 29”). Different ending touches embody inner cable routing, and water bottle/accent mounts on the downtube and underside of toptube.
Boosted Bosch CX Drive System
The S18 Swift is assisted by the newest and strongest Bosch Efficiency Line CX motor accessible, now providing 750W peak energy and 100Nm of torque with a current firmware replace. The S18 Swift comes arrange with 4 help modes: ECO+, TOUR+, EMTB+, and TURBO.
Supplying energy is Bosch’s PowerTube 600Wh inner battery. To maintain the body leaner, Nicolai went with an enclosed battery moderately than together with a straightforward elimination mechanism. You’ll must cost this battery whereas contained in the bike. And for those who’re on the lookout for extra vary, Bosch’s PowerMore 250Wh vary extender can be accessible from Nicolai, or within the aftermarket.
The brand new Bosch KIOX 400C show unit now integrates straight into the S18’s high tube, exhibiting you all of your key trip information in vivid full coloration. And its mini distant supplies compact, ergonomic handlebar-mounted controls. As typical for Bosch, their eBike Movement app can be utilized for high-quality tuning or customization of the drive system.
Inventory Mullet or Elective Full 29er Geometry
MX Geo:
Resulting from Nicolai’s Geolution Path design, there are many variations in geometry between body sizes. You’ll discover slight modifications in head tube angles, for instance. It is because Nicolai has optimized every body to make sure the rider’s weight distribution, dealing with, and bike response stays constant throughout the dimensions vary.
Nicolai has additionally discovered a ratio between attain and stack numbers to assist guarantee a proportionally tuned trip for everybody. Frames can be found in 5 sizes from S to XXL, overlaying riders from roughly 5’3” to six’11”.
Steering is slack, various from 63.5° to 64.5° on the entire MX bikes and coming in a tad steeper on 29er setups. Throughout all attainable sizes and configurations, seat mast angles vary from 77.8° to 78.8°.
Attain numbers are on the prolonged facet, with a medium MX construct coming in at 475mm, and a big at 497.5mm. Nicolai gives 4 totally different chainstay lengths throughout 5 body sizes, ranging on MX fashions from 440mm to 462mm (S and M share the identical). One different factor to notice is that standover peak ranges a good bit throughout the 5 sizes.
29″ Geo:
After all, there are two totally different geometries for MX and full 29” wheel setups, since they share the identical frameset.
Nicolai S18 eMTB: Inventory MX Construct & Choices
Nicolai gives one inventory construct of the S18 Swift. See Nicolai’s web site for an (nearly) full checklist of the inventory elements… however right here’s a rundown of the important thing elements
The entire S18 Swift will get a Fox Manufacturing unit suspension package deal, with a 38 Grip X2 fork and a custom-tuned Float X2 two-position rear shock. Drivetrain went with SRAM GX AXS Eagle, together with 160mm GX crankarms.
Magura’s MT7 Professional HC brakes with 220/203mm rotors deal with stopping duties, which additionally permits for a attainable Bosch ABS Professional improve if you need anti-lock brakes appropriate to a efficiency gravity ebike like this. The S18 Swift rolls on a DT Swiss HX1501 mullet wheelset, wrapped with 2.4” huge Continental Kryptotal tires. BikeYoke supplies their Divine dropper posts (journey numbers by body measurement will not be listed).
A measurement medium full bike weighs 23.7kg (52.24lb). MSRP begins at 11,000€ for the inventory construct with no non-compulsory add-ons.
For no further cost, frames can be found in Manufacturing unit Uncooked or Texture Black. For an additional 400€ although, you’ll be able to request a {custom} powder-coated coloration from over 50 accessible choices. Moreover, Nicolai’s web site says “A separate coloration is feasible for every welded body part”! Consumers may even select totally different anodized colours for his or her rocker arms and different milled body elements (e.g. bearing caps and cable clips).
Customized part choices and even full {custom} builds are additionally accessible, apparently. However information on their web site about these {custom} choices is scant… There’s only a hyperlink to ship inquiries to Nicolai.
Nicolai additionally says they provide an S18 Swift body package. However it’s at present not proven on-line. And there’s no pricing or information accessible about what elements are included, so that you’ll simply must ask. Seemingly will probably be in an identical vary to the 6300€ S14 Swift framekit with a Bosch SX motor.
