The Deft offers 170 millimetres of suspension travel. The high-quality Fox suspension is accompanied by Bosch's CX Performance motor. Both guarantee plenty of riding fun, which is supported by the well-chosen geometry. This is rather moderate for modern times, but in no way detracts from the handling. The test bike was built just before the product launch. Due to the current supply bottlenecks, some of the equipment did not correspond to the series. The test Deft was built with the available parts.

Radon lists the following strengths of the bike:
- The Deft is a long travel e-bike with 170 millimetres of suspension travel, while the 29-inch wheels offer a smooth ride
- Powered by the new Smart System from Bosch
- Thanks to direct sales, we can offer the Deft bikes at an unbeatable price-performance ratio

Statement by: Benjamin Brochhagen, Marketing Manager, Radon Bikes

Special features

• Rubber strap for additional securing of the battery
• Easily accessible charging socket with robust and rotatable cover
• Cable routing through the headset

On the level

Smooth as a steamer, the chainstays and wheelbase are quite long. It makes you wonder how you can get such a ship around tight bends. The proof of the pudding is in the eating and behold, the steamer turns into a speedboat and inspires with its playful character. The riding position is compact and provides good pressure on the front wheel. Even if not much suspension travel is used on moderate terrain, the Deft offers plenty of riding fun.

Up the mountain

170 millimetres of travel is not really ideal for uphill riding. But with the Radon, so much travel is not a disadvantage. It climbs without restrictions and tempts you to try out new and steep lines. You can go up an almost unrideable root field or over large stones towards the summit.

Down the mountain

The agility that inspires on the flat also continues on the descent. No bend is too tight and no slope too steep. The Deft masters the interplay between high-speed speed battles and slow, technical sections like no other. The powerful Magura brakes are a blessing in disguise. Because with this E-MTB, you're riding faster than usual, so you have to get the speed under control again. The suspension absorbs small and large bumps without losing its composure. Fast, hard bumps in quick succession, which push many suspension systems to their limits, are simply swallowed up and the ride continues with plenty of momentum. In order to use the full travel of the rear end, you have to have more than 30 percent SAG and choose really solid lines. The end progression is very high, but this is not a disadvantage as there is no loss of comfort.

Conclusion

The Radon Deft knows how to impress across the board, but it lacks one thing: a "Give it to me" sign on the top tube to remind you to go all out. That's not to say that it only puts you in a good mood at full throttle, moderate terrain and relaxed riding go well with this bike. But if that's what you're looking for, you're unlikely to get on an E-Enduro with 170 millimetres of travel.

Recommendation

The generous suspension travel and progressive chassis "scream" for wild rides. Of course, the bike is also suitable for a calmer pace and easier terrain. As it differs only slightly in character from the Render model, you can confidently choose the "little brother".

Specifications

Geometry

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Manufacturer

www.radon-bikes.de