Description
Who says an established canine can’t learn new tricks?
Forbidden took the modern wolf in sheep’s clothing and gave it a brand-new bag of high-power,
high-tech tricks.
Introducing Druid E. The proportionally sized, full-power e-MTB lineup we’ve all been waiting
for. Available in two styles: Druid LitE and Druid CorE. Both equipped with the revolutionary
Avinox drive system. A 2.52 kg (5.5 lbs) package that delivers 105 Nm of max continuous
torque (120 Nm on boost), 800 W peak power (1,000 W on boost), the ability to run 600 Wh or
800 Wh batteries, and the fastest charging available on the market.
Finally, a proportionally sized e-MTB that effortlessly shuttles you to the top of any climb and
delivers the class-defying descending prowess you know and love from Forbidden’s high-pivot
Trifecta suspension platform. A bike you’ll actually love riding down as much as you do on the
way up.
The burly sibling to the Druid LitE comes equipped with 150 mm of rear and 160 mm of front
travel. It’s 0.6 degrees slacker, uses an 800 watt-hour battery, and weighs in at just under 50
lbs.(49.8 lbs or 22.6kg). Druid CorE is available in 3 Build kits.
Avinox Drive System
Forbidden had plenty of time to get a lay of the land and test numerous motor systems, but ever
since our first test ride of the Avinox, it was an absolute no-brainer for us. And it’s not only for
the reasons you might first think. Yes, it’s fast. Yes, it’s the most powerful. But it’s when things
get grim and technical that this motor really starts to shine.
Thanks to its advanced hardware and software, it allows you to finesse each pedal stroke to
ensure you’re always getting traction. Combine that with Forbidden’s low pedal kickback—thanks to the
idler position—and you’ve got yourself a mountain goat of a bike that’ll have you climbing up the
side of a house.
Spec-wise, you’ve got 105 Nm of torque in a 2.5 kg package, a touchscreen display, intuitive
controls, and a well-thought-out app. Customisations through the app are endless. From the
information displayed on the screen to fine-tuning every aspect of each assist mode.
And it doesn’t stop there. There’s even an option for fast charging: zero to 75% in just one and a
half hours.
Druid E features a 2-inch OLED full-colour Control Display as the interactive hub, enabling
connectivity between the Avinox Drive Unit and your mobile device via the Avinox app. Tuneable
assist modes, wireless handlebar controls, and an intuitive app set the Avinox system apart from
the rest.
Trifecta V3 Platform
The latest iteration of our Trifecta platform elevates the spellbinding ride characteristics you
expect from a Forbidden to a new level. We’ve fine-tuned the rearward axle path, idler position,
and kinematics (the holy trinity of ride characteristics) to deliver the best e-MTB we’ve ever
ridden. The new platform also gives us more seat post insertion and allows us to neatly
package the motor and battery.
AXS Extension Cord Compatible
Druid E builds that are specced with AXS transmission come equipped with SRAM’s AXS
Extension Cord. The SRAM AXS Extension Cord connects the AXS transmission to the bike’s
battery, allowing you to power the drivetrain directly without the use of an AXS battery.
Carbon Rocker Link
The Trifecta V3 platform features a carbon rocker link. The carbon rocker link is light, stiff,
reduces unsprung mass, isolates the shock from lateral forces, and gives the bike the right
amount of progressivity. 8 x 30 mm bearing hardware, top and bottom, comes as standard on all
shocks.
Waterbottle Fitment
Even our smallest Druid E frame size can fit a full-size 26oz water bottle, regardless of your rear
shock reservoir. Remember, hydration is your friend, but sweaty backs most definitely are not.
Build Kit S2 Specs
- Frame : Druid SV Full Carbon 150mm
- Motor System : DJI Avinox
- Battery : DJI Avinox 800Wh
- Fork : Rock Shox Zeb Select + 160mm
- Rear Shock : Rock Shox Vivid Select +
- Headset : Cane Creek 40
- Grips : Burgtec Bartender Pro
- Handle Bar : Burgtec Ride Wide Enduro Alloy
- Stem : FBC 40mm
- Seat Post : OneUp Dropper Post V3
- Seat Post Remote : OneUp MMX UFT Lever
- Seat Post Clamp : FBC Alloy
- Saddle : Fizik Terra Alpaca X5
- Front Brake : SRAM Maven Silver
- Front Brake Rotor : SRAM HS2 – 200mm
- Rear Brake : SRAM Maven Silver
- Rear Brake Rotor : SRAM HS2 – 200mm
- Shifter Rear : AXS Pod
- Rear Derailleur : SRAM GX AXS 12speed
- Cassette : SRAM XS-1275 10-52T 12speed
- Chain : GX T-Type – 12speed
- Crankset : SRAM GX Eagle 32T – 155mm
- Chainring : TBD
- Chain Tensioner : FBC Idler Pulley + Upper Guide
- Bottom Bracket : DJI Avinox
- Front Hub : Crankbrothers Synthesis
- Front Hub Skewer : Maxle Stealth
- Rear Hub : Crankbrothers Synthesis Ratchet – XD
- Rear Axle : Burgtec
- Spokes/Nipples : Sapim Race
- Rims : Crankbrothers Synthesis Enduro – Alloy
- Front Tire : Maxxis Assegai 29″x2.5″ 3C Maxx Grip – EXO+
- Rear Tire : Maxxis DHRII Wide Trail – 3C Maxx Terra – DD
- Extras 1 : Stans Sealant – 200ml
- Extras 2 : SRAM AXS EP Powerpack 1 Battery
***Build Kits Subject to Change Without Notice***
Forbidden Bikes Druid CorE E-Mountain Bike
