CannondaleMoterra SL 2
- Motor
- Shimano EP80185 Nm
- Battery
- 601 WhCustom integrated battery
- Travel F / R
- 160 / 150 mm
- Wheels
- Mullet 29" / 27.5"
- Frame
- Carbon
Overview
The Cannondale Moterra SL 2 (€6,499) is the entry build of the Moterra SL: Shimano EP801 with 601 Wh, Fox Performance 36 fork, Fox Float X Performance Elite shock, Shimano XT and Magura MT5 4-piston brakes. Cannondale does not publish a claimed weight.
The Moterra SL is Cannondale's lightweight full-power carbon trail e-MTB. It uses a custom-tuned Shimano EP801 motor (85 Nm) with a custom 601 Wh battery mounted directly inside the down tube.
The carbon frame has 150 mm of Proportional Response tuned rear travel with a FlexPivot chainstay, paired with a 160 mm Fox 36 fork, a 29-inch front and 27.5-inch rear wheel, a FlipChip, UDH hanger and an adjustable-angle headset.
- Shimano EP801, 85 Nm
- 601 Wh integrated battery
- 150 mm rear / 160 mm fork, mixed wheels
- Carbon frame with FlexPivot chainstay and FlipChip
Gallery
Photos: Cannondale
Full specifications
Frame & suspension
- Frame
- Moterra SL Carbon, 150mm travel, Proportional Response Tuned Suspension, FlexPivot Chainstay, direct mount internal battery, engineered plastic skid plate, 55mm chainline, internal cable routing, 29” FlipChip, 148x12mm Maxle thru-axle, UDH hanger, 200mm native post mount brake, angle adjust headset
- Fork
- Fox Performance 36, 160mm travel, Grip Damper, 3-position adjust, 15x110mm Kabolt thru-axle, tapered steerer, 44mm offset
- Headset
- Acros Adjustable Angle (1.2°)
- Rear shock
- Fox Float X Performance Elite, 2 pos adj, EVOL LV, 210x55mm
E-system
- Motor
- Shimano EP801, 85Nm, Custom Tuned, Eco, Trail 1, Trail 2, Boost Modes
- Battery
- Custom 601Wh battery
- Charger
- Custom 4A
- Display
- Shimano SC-EM800 Cycle Computer, Bluetooth LE Compatible
Drivetrain
- Rear derailleur
- Shimano XT
- Shifters
- Shimano XT, 12-speed
- Chain
- Shimano XT, 12-speed
- Crank
- e*thirteen e*spec Plus, 160mm (S/M), 165mm (L/XL), 34T
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano XT, 10-51, 12-speed
Brakes
- Brakes
- Magura MT5 4-piston hydraulic disc, 203/203mm Storm HC 6-bolt rotors
- Brake Levers
- Magura MT5 hydraulic disc
Wheels & tyres
- Rims
- WTB KOM Trail i30, 30mm inner width, TCS tubeless ready
- Spokes
- DT Swiss Champion
- Wheel Size
- 29" front / 27.5" rear
- Hubs
- (F) Formula DC-71132h, 15x110mm / (R) DT Swiss 370 Hybrid LN Ratchet System, 32h, 12x148mm
- Tires
- (F) Maxxis DHF, 29x2.5", 3C, EXO+, tubeless ready / (R) Maxxis Dissector, 27.5x2.4", 3C, EXO+, tubeless ready
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Cannondale 3 Riser, 6061 Alloy, 25mm rise, 8° sweep, 5° rise, 800mm
- Stem
- Cannondale 1, 7075 Alloy, 1-1/8", 35mm, 0°
- Grips
- Cannondale TaperRidge
- Saddle
- Fizik Terra Ridon X5, Mobius S alloy rail
- Seatpost
- Cannondale DownLow Dropper, internal routing, 31.6, 150mm (S), 170mm (M-L), 200mm (XL)
Other
- Extras
- Tubeless valves
Manufacturer specification — source. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
Moterra SL: builds compared
Moterra SL range →| Moterra SL 2 | Moterra SL 1 | Moterra SL LAB71 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €6,499 | €8,499 | €13,999 |
| Frame | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Fork | Fox Performance 36, 160mm travel | Fox Float Factory 36, 160mm travel | Fox Float Factory 36, 160mm travel |
| Shock | Fox Float X Performance Elite | Fox Float X Factory | Fox Float X Factory |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT | SRAM XO Eagle AXS | Shimano XTR Di2 M9260 wireless electronic |
| Brakes | Magura MT5 4-piston hydraulic disc | Magura MT7 4-piston hydraulic disc | Shimano XTR M9220 4-piston hydraulic disc |
| Wheels | WTB KOM Trail i30, 30mm inner width | DT Swiss XM 1700 Spline, 30mm inner width | Reserve 30 SL Carbon, 30mm inner width |
| Display | Shimano SC-EM800 Cycle Computer | Shimano SC-EM800 Cycle Computer | Shimano SC-EM800 Cycle Computer |
Moterra SL 2: FAQ
How much does the Cannondale Moterra SL 2 cost?
€6,499 (RRP France/Germany (Cannondale EU), VAT incl.). The Moterra SL range runs from €6,499 (Moterra SL 2) to €13,999 (Moterra SL LAB71). Prices vary by country and dealer.
What motor and battery does the Cannondale Moterra SL 2 have?
Shimano EP801 (85 Nm). 601 Wh battery — custom integrated battery.
How much suspension travel does the Cannondale Moterra SL 2 have?
160 mm at the fork and 150 mm at the rear, on mullet 29" / 27.5" wheels.
What sizes does the Cannondale Moterra SL 2 come in?
S, M, L, XL. Check the geometry table to compare reach and stack between sizes.
What is the difference between the Moterra SL 2 and the Moterra SL 1?
They share the Moterra SL frame platform and motor; the differences are in the parts — fork: Fox Performance 36 vs Fox Float Factory 36; shock: Fox Float X Performance Elite vs Fox Float X Factory; derailleur: Shimano XT vs SRAM XO Eagle AXS; price: €6,499 vs €8,499.
