CannondaleMoterra 2 SMU
- Motor
- Bosch Performance Line CX
- Battery
- 800 WhBosch PowerTube, removable
- Travel F / R
- 160 / 150 mm
- Wheels
- 29"
- Frame
- Carbon
Overview
The Cannondale Moterra 2 SMU (€6,999) is a mid-range build of the Moterra Neo: Bosch Performance Line CX with 800 Wh, RockShox ZEB Select fork, RockShox Deluxe Select+ shock, Shimano Deore Di2 M6260 and Magura Louise Elite 4-piston brakes. Cannondale does not publish a claimed weight.
The Moterra is Cannondale's full-power all-mountain e-MTB, built around the Bosch Performance Line CX motor and a removable Bosch PowerTube battery in the down tube (800 Wh on most builds, 600 Wh on the Moterra 4). It is compatible with the Bosch PowerMore range extender.
The top builds use a carbon frame, the others a SmartForm C1 alloy frame. All roll on 29-inch wheels with 150 mm of rear travel and a 160 mm fork; the Moterra EQ is an equipped variant with lights, rack and kickstand, 130 mm rear and 150 mm fork travel.
- Bosch Performance Line CX
- Removable PowerTube battery, up to 800 Wh
- 150 mm rear / 160 mm fork, 29" wheels
- Carbon or SmartForm C1 alloy frame
Gallery
Photos: Cannondale
Full specifications
Frame & suspension
- Frame
- Moterra Carbon, 29" wheels, 150mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned Suspension, removable downtube battery, alloy skid plate, 55mm chainline, internal cable routing, 148x12mm thru-axle, UDH, 200mm native post mount brake, 1.5” – 1.8” tapered headtube, 40mm two-bolt kickstand compatible
- Fork
- RockShox ZEB Select, 160mm, Charger RC, DebonAir+, 15x110mm Maxle, 44mm offset
- Headset
- Acros ICR, 1.5" to 1.8", sealed bearings
- Rear shock
- RockShox Deluxe Select+, DebonAir+, 2-Pos mode adjust, adjustable rebound, 230x62.5mm
E-system
- Motor
- Bosch Performance Line CX
- Battery
- Bosch PowerTube, 800Wh
- Charger
- Bosch 4A
- Display
- Top Tube System Controller w/ Bosch Kiox 300 & Mini Remote
Drivetrain
- Rear derailleur
- Shimano Deore Di2 M6260, 11-speed, (E-System powered)
- Shifters
- Shimano Deore Di2 M6250, wireless, 11-speed
- Chain
- Shimano LG500, LinkGlide, 11-speed
- Crank
- FSA Bosch E-bike w/ 55mm chainline, 160mm, 34T
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano CUES LG700, LinkGlide, 11-50, 11-speed
Brakes
- Brakes
- Magura Louise Elite 4-piston hydraulic disc, 203/203mm MDR-S rotors, 2.0mm
- Brake Levers
- Magura Louise Elite hydraulic disc
Wheels & tyres
- Rims
- WTB ST i30 Tough TCS, 30mm inner width, 32h, tubeless ready
- Spokes
- DT Swiss Champion 2.0
- Wheel Size
- 29"
- Hubs
- (F) Shimano TC500, 15x110mm thru-axle / (R) Shimano TC500, 12x148mm thru-axle, centerlock
- Tires
- (F) Continental Kryptotal-F, 29x2.4", Enduro Soft Black Foldable / (R) Continental Kryptotal-R, 29x2.4", Enduro Soft Black Foldable
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Cannondale 3 riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 4° rise, 800mm
- Stem
- Cannondale Trail HeadsUp w/ integrated display mount, 3D Forged 6061 Alloy, 1-1/8", 45mm, 0°
- Grips
- Cannondale TaperRidge
- Saddle
- Fizik Terra Ridon X5, 145mm, Wingflex, S-Alloy Mobius rail
- Seatpost
- Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 34.9, 150mm (S), 170mm (M), 200mm (L), 230mm (XL)
Other
- Extras
- Tubeless Valves, Bosch PowerMore range extender compatible
Manufacturer specification — source. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
Moterra Neo: builds compared
Moterra Neo range →| Moterra 4 | Moterra 4+ | Moterra 3 | Moterra EQ | Moterra 2 | Moterra 2 SMU | Moterra 1 | Moterra 1 SMU | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €3,999 | €4,299 | €4,799 | €4,999 | €6,999 | €6,999 | €8,799 | €8,999 |
| Frame | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Fork | SR Suntour Zeron 36-X Boost, 160mmm | SR Suntour Zeron 36-X Boost, 160mmm | RockShox Psylo Silver RC, 160mm | SR Suntour Zeron 36-X Boost, 150mmm | RockShox ZEB Select, 160mm | RockShox ZEB Select, 160mm | Fox Float Factory 38, 160mm | Fox Float Factory 38, 160mm |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe Select | RockShox Deluxe Select | RockShox Deluxe Select | SR Suntour Edge Evo R | RockShox Deluxe Select+ | RockShox Deluxe Select+ | Fox Float X Factory | Fox Float X Factory |
| Derailleur | Shimano CUES U6000 | Shimano CUES U6000 | Shimano CUES U6000 | Shimano CUES U6000 | Shimano XT M8130 | Shimano Deore Di2 M6260 | SRAM XO Eagle AXS | Shimano XT Di2 M8260 |
| Brakes | Tektro Gemini SL 4-piston hydraulic disc | Tektro Gemini SL 4-piston hydraulic disc | Shimano MT520 4-piston hydraulic disc | Tektro Gemini SL 4-piston hydraulic disc | Magura MT5 4-piston hydraulic disc | Magura Louise Elite 4-piston hydraulic disc | Magura MT7 4-piston hydraulic disc | Magura Gustav Elite 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| Wheels | WTB ST i30 TCS, 30mm inner width | WTB ST i30 TCS, 30mm inner width | WTB ST i30 TCS, 30mm inner width | WTB ST i30 TCS, 30mm inner width | WTB ST i30 Tough TCS, 30mm inner width | WTB ST i30 Tough TCS, 30mm inner width | DT Swiss H 1900 Spline, 30mm inner width | Reserve 30|HD AL, 30mm inner width |
| Display | Bosch LED Remote | Bosch LED Remote | Bosch Purion 200 | Bosch Purion 200 | Top Tube System Controller w/ Bosch Kiox 300 & Mini Remote | Top Tube System Controller w/ Bosch Kiox 300 & Mini Remote | Top Tube System Controller w/ Bosch Kiox 500 & Mini Remote | Top Tube System Controller w/ Bosch Kiox 500 & Mini Remote |
Moterra 2 SMU: FAQ
How much does the Cannondale Moterra 2 SMU cost?
€6,999 (RRP France/Germany (Cannondale EU), VAT incl.). The Moterra Neo range runs from €3,999 (Moterra 4) to €8,999 (Moterra 1 SMU). Prices vary by country and dealer.
What motor and battery does the Cannondale Moterra 2 SMU have?
Bosch Performance Line CX. 800 Wh battery — bosch PowerTube, removable.
How much suspension travel does the Cannondale Moterra 2 SMU have?
160 mm at the fork and 150 mm at the rear, on 29" wheels.
What sizes does the Cannondale Moterra 2 SMU come in?
S, M, L, XL. Check the geometry table to compare reach and stack between sizes.
What is the difference between the Moterra 2 SMU and the Moterra 1?
They share the Moterra Neo frame platform and motor; the differences are in the parts — fork: RockShox ZEB Select vs Fox Float Factory 38; shock: RockShox Deluxe Select+ vs Fox Float X Factory; derailleur: Shimano Deore Di2 M6260 vs SRAM XO Eagle AXS; price: €6,999 vs €8,799.
