Cake Kalk": Does this still have anything to do with mountain biking?

In 2018, mountain bikers can imagine what e-enduro means. However, according to Stefan Ytterborn - founder of the POC clothing label and start-up player in the electric bike sector - this term means: up to 80 km/h fast, weighing almost 70 kilos and a maximum output of 15,000 watts.

No, the lime from the new two-wheeler manufacturer Cake has nothing to do with a mountain bike. Only the parts from Hope and suspension elements from Öhlins, as well as the frame materials aluminum and carbon make the connection. And there is another connection to cycling: Cake is a project by POC founder Stefan Ytterborn, who is now targeting a new clientele:

The Kalk is an electric motorcycle that is small for a motorized enduro bike and is significantly oversized for an e-mountain bike and cannot be pedaled. The Kalk is powered by a 15 kW electric motor, which is supplied by a 2.6 kWh lithium-ion battery, with a maximum torque of 42 Nm. The battery is located under the seat and should be sufficient for trips of up to 80 kilometers.

Three drive modes can be selected from the handlebars, and the motor can also be used for braking and recuperation. In terms of suspension travel, an Öhlins upside-down fork with 38 mm stanchions provides around 20 cm of travel at the front, while the rear suspension travel is also provided by an Öhlins shock absorber. In terms of wheel size, 24 inches is the measure of all things.The first Kalk bikes are to be delivered from summer 2018, with a price tag of 14,000 euros. The ordering channel is open, with a deposit of 1,000 euros required for an order.

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