Mondraker, the Spanish bicycle manufacturer renowned for its innovative designs, has unveiled the latest iteration of its Dusty e-gravel bike, marking a significant evolution in the e-gravel segment. This new model is set to redefine versatility, catering to gravel enthusiasts, urban commuters, and adventure seekers alike.<\/p>\n
A New Era for Dusty<\/strong><\/p>\n Originally introduced in 2023, the Dusty series was Mondraker’s inaugural venture into the e-gravel category. For 2027, the brand has reimagined the Dusty, transitioning from its initial e-gravel focus to an “all-round” e-bike. This redesign aims to seamlessly blend gravel riding, commuting, and mixed-surface adventures into a single, adaptable platform.<\/p>\n Advanced Powertrain and Integration<\/strong><\/p>\n At the heart of the new Dusty is the TQ HPR60 drive unit, delivering 60Nm of torque and a peak power output of 350W. This system offers up to 200% assistance, ensuring a responsive and dynamic riding experience. Strategically positioned motor and battery placements maintain a central weight distribution, preserving the bike’s natural handling characteristics, especially when assistance disengages at 25 km\/h.<\/p>\n The integrated 580Wh internal battery provides ample range for extended rides, with select “S” models offering a lighter 360Wh option. For those seeking additional endurance, a 160Wh range extender is available, attaching seamlessly via a Fidlock mount. The bike’s top tube features a colour TQ display, complemented by Bluetooth connectivity to the TQ E-Bike app and ANT+ compatibility for bike computer integration. Riders can customize three assistance modes through the app, tailoring the ride to their preferences.<\/p>\n Frame Design and Ride Quality<\/strong><\/p>\n The Stealth Air Carbon frameset, weighing a claimed 1,710g in size M\/L, is engineered for strength, stiffness, and vertical compliance. Mondraker emphasizes that this frameset meets the same ISO testing standards as its mountain bikes, ensuring durability and performance.<\/p>\n Design elements include Hidden Housing Guide cable routing through the headset, 700x50c tyre clearance, flat mount braking, UDH hanger compatibility, 12x100mm front and 12x142mm rear axles, a tapered head tube, and a KSA40 kickstand mount. The carbon fork is designed with the same axle-to-crown length as a 40mm suspension fork at sag, allowing riders to fit a suspension option without changing the bike\u2019s geometry.<\/p>\n Model Range and Availability<\/strong><\/p>\n The new Dusty range will be available in five sizes \u2014 S, M, M\/L, L, and XL \u2014 with both drop bar and flat bar options on selected builds. The range comprises the Dusty RR, Dusty R, Dusty S Dropbar, and Dusty S Flatbar. Build highlights include SRAM AXS and Shimano GRX or SLX drivetrains, Mavic or Zipp wheelsets, 1\u00d712 gearing with a 42t chainring, and 700x50c tyres. Flat bar Dusty S models add an upright cockpit and X-Fusion Manic dropper seatpost, positioning the bike towards riders seeking a more trail-influenced riding position for mixed terrain and urban use.<\/p>\n Key Specifications<\/strong><\/p>\n Mondraker’s new Dusty is poised to be its most versatile all-round e-bike to date, bridging the gap between gravel riding, commuting, and longer mixed-surface adventures.<\/p>\n For a visual overview of the new Dusty e-gravel bike, you might find this video insightful:<\/p>\n New Mondraker Dusty e-gravel bike: Like a MTB \u2013 only faster!<\/a><\/p>\n\n