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Tazer at $6999. These bikes
are relatively comparable and
offer similar components.
Peace of mind also comes
from knowing the Pierer Mobil-
ity Group, the company that
owns KTM, Husqvarna and
GasGas, recently purchased
Felt Bicycles. What it tells us is
that the company, top-down,
has its future focused on
mountain bike technology and
e-bike development.
There's something about
being on two wheels that
just feels natural. Gas mo-
tor, electric motor, or even
no motor at all, if you ride,
you know the feeling. The
Husqvarna e-bike is no differ-
ent. Many top-tier motocross
athletes also choose an
e-bike for their cross-training.
The continuous delivery of
the electric assist allows them
to consistently manage heart
rate zones and avoid harsh
wheels make the bike feel
smaller than it is and allows
the rider to maneuver it easily
through tight switchbacks.
Pair that with the 2.6-inch
wide Schwalbe tires that grip
the ground on any off-camber
or corner. Motorcycle riders
will also favor the heavier
weight on downhills as the
bike carries momentum and
feels more planted to the
ground than a lighter car-
bon fiber bike. Props to the
Husqvarna team for adding
a dropper post standard, as
this is a must-have for any
enduro riding.
Overall fit and finish of the
Hard Cross feels top-notch.
While this isn't the most
expensive bike in the lineup, it
offers some serious bang for
the buck. For instance, other
brands like Trek's Rail come
in at $5649, Specialized's
Levo at $5800, and Intense's
The tapered aluminum
handlebar is sweet.
