HusqvarnaLight Cross LC5
- Motor
- Shimano EP885 Nm
- Battery
- 720 WhCore S3+, integrated
- Travel F / R
- 130 / 120 mm
- Wheels
- Mullet 29" / 27.5"
- Frame
- Carbon main frame, alloy rear
- Weight
- 23.8 kgManufacturer figure (size not stated)
Overview
The Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 (€4,399) is a mid-range build of the Light Cross: Shimano EP8 (EP801) with 720 Wh, RockShox 35 Gold RL fork, RockShox Deluxe Select+ shock, SRAM GX Eagle and SRAM G2 R brakes. Claimed weight is 23.8 kg.
The Light Cross is Husqvarna's short-travel trail e-MTB with 120 mm of rear travel, a 120–130 mm fork and mixed wheels (29-inch front, 27.5-inch rear). Husqvarna positions the LC1 as an entry point into e-MTB riding.
LC1 to LC3 use an aluminium (6061) frame with the Shimano EP6 (DU-EP600, 85 Nm) and a 504 Wh (LC1) or 630 Wh battery; LC4 to LC6 use a carbon/aluminium frame with the Shimano EP8 (DU-EP801, 85 Nm) and a 720 Wh Core S3+ battery. Claimed weights range from 23.2 to 24.5 kg.
- 120 mm rear travel, 120–130 mm fork
- Mixed wheels 29" / 27.5"
- Shimano EP6 or EP801, 85 Nm
- 504, 630 or 720 Wh integrated battery
Gallery
Photos: Husqvarna
Full specifications
Frame & suspension
- Frame
- 29/27.5", Carbon/Aluminium 6061, Integrated battery, Boost, New HQV Carbon, 120 mm
- Fork
- RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir, Air, 130 mm, tapered
- Rear shock
- RockShox Deluxe Select+, Air, 190x45 mm
- Headset
- Acros ICR, blocklock, ZS56/ZS56
E-system
- Motor
- Shimano EP8, DU-EP801, 250 W, 85 Nm
- Battery
- Core S3+, 720 Wh, 36 V
- Charger
- Charger S, 4 A
- Mode Switch
- Shimano SW-EN600-L
- Display
- Shimano SC-EN600, LCD-Display, Bluetooth
Drivetrain
- Rear derailleur
- SRAM GX Eagle, 12-S
- Cassette
- SRAM PG-1230, 11-50 T
- Chain
- SRAM GX Eagle
- Chainring
- SRAM X-Sync Eagle, 34 T
- Cranks
- Shimano FC-EM900, Aluminum forged, Shimano EP24
- Shift lever
- SRAM GX Eagle, Single Click
- Chain guide
- Husqvarna CGU
Brakes
- Front brake
- SRAM G2 R, 4-piston, Hydraulic disc brake
- Front brake rotor
- SRAM Centerline, 200 mm, 6-hole
- Rear brake
- SRAM G2 R, 4-piston, Hydraulic disc brake
- Rear brake rotor
- SRAM Centerline, 180 mm, 6-hole
Wheels & tyres
- Front wheel
- Rim: Ryde Disc30, With eyelets, Tubeless ready / Hub: Husqvarna DA210F, 6-hole, 15x110 mm, thru axle
- Rear wheel
- Rim: Ryde Disc30, With eyelets, Tubeless ready / Hub: Husqvarna DA210R, 6-hole, 12x148 mm, thru axle
- Front tyre
- Maxxis Rekon, 62-622, 29 x 2.4, Tubeless ready
- Rear tyre
- Maxxis Rekon, 62-584, 27.5 x 2.4, Tubeless ready
Cockpit
- Stem
- Husqvarna 35, 0 °, Ahead
- Handlebar
- Husqvarna Riser 35 mm, 780 mm, Sweep: 9 °, Rise: 20 mm
- Grips
- Husqvarna MTB, Lock-on grips
- Saddle
- Husqvarna MTB
- Seatpost
- Husqvarna Pro, 31.6 mm, Dropper post
Other
- Pedals
- Husqvarna, aluminum
- Max. system weight
- 130 kg
- Weight
- 23.8 kg (manufacturer figure)
Manufacturer specification — source. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
Light Cross geometry
| Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATop tube length | 562 mm | 593 mm | 625 mm | 651 mm |
| BSeat tube length | 410 mm | 435 mm | 460 mm | 485 mm |
| CSeat tube angle | 78.6° | 78.3° | 78.2° | 78° |
| DHead tube length | 130 mm | 115 mm | 130 mm | 145 mm |
| EHead angle | 66° | 66.5° | 66.5° | 66.5° |
| FChainstay length | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
| GWheelbase | 1174 mm | 1208 mm | 1239 mm | 1270 mm |
| IBB drop | 23 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm | 23 mm |
| JStack | 607 mm | 623 mm | 636 mm | 650 mm |
| KReach | 428 mm | 463 mm | 488 mm | 513 mm |
| LStem length | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm | 50 mm |
| MCrank length | 165 mm | 165 mm | 165 mm | 165 mm |
Source: Husqvarna E-Bicycles.
Light Cross: builds compared
Light Cross range →| Light Cross LC1 | Light Cross LC2 | Light Cross LC3 | Light Cross LC4 | Light Cross LC5 | Light Cross LC6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €2,999 | €3,199 | €3,499 | €3,999 | €4,399 | €4,899 |
| Frame | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy | Carbon main frame, alloy rear | Carbon main frame, alloy rear | Carbon main frame, alloy rear |
| Fork | SR SUNTOUR XCR34 Boost LOR, remote lockout | RockShox 35 Silver TK, Solo Air | RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir | SR SUNTOUR Raidon34 Boost LOR, Air | RockShox 35 Gold RL, DebonAir | RockShox Pike Select, DebonAir |
| Shock | SR SUNTOUR Raidon R | SR SUNTOUR Raidon R | RockShox Deluxe Select | SR SUNTOUR Raidon R | RockShox Deluxe Select+ | RockShox SIDLuxe Select+ |
| Derailleur | Tektro RD-M350 | Tektro RD-M350 | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM SX Eagle | SRAM GX Eagle | SRAM X01 Eagle |
| Brakes | Tektro Draco | Tektro Draco | Shimano BR-MT410 | Shimano BR-MT410 | SRAM G2 R | SRAM G2 R |
| Wheels | Rim: Ryde Disc30 | Rim: Ryde Disc30 | Rim: Ryde Disc30 | Rim: Ryde Disc30 | Rim: Ryde Disc30 | Rim: Ryde Disc30 |
| Display | Shimano SC-EN600 | Shimano SC-EN600 | Shimano SC-EN600 | Shimano SC-EN600 | Shimano SC-EN600 | Shimano SC-EN600 |
| Weight | 24.5 kg | 24.5 kg | 24.4 kg | 24.5 kg | 23.8 kg | 23.2 kg |
Light Cross LC5: FAQ
How much does the Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 cost?
€4,399 (RRP Germany, VAT incl.). The Light Cross range runs from €2,999 (Light Cross LC1) to €4,899 (Light Cross LC6). Prices vary by country and dealer.
How much does the Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 weigh?
Husqvarna quotes 23.8 kg. The lightest Light Cross build is the Light Cross LC6 at 23.2 kg.
What motor and battery does the Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 have?
Shimano EP8 (85 Nm). 720 Wh battery — core S3+, integrated.
How much suspension travel does the Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 have?
130 mm at the fork and 120 mm at the rear, on mullet 29" / 27.5" wheels.
What sizes does the Husqvarna Light Cross LC5 come in?
S, M, L, XL. Check the geometry table to compare reach and stack between sizes.
What is the difference between the Light Cross LC5 and the Light Cross LC6?
They share the Light Cross frame platform and motor; the differences are in the parts — fork: RockShox 35 Gold RL vs RockShox Pike Select; shock: RockShox Deluxe Select+ vs RockShox SIDLuxe Select+; derailleur: SRAM GX Eagle vs SRAM X01 Eagle; claimed weight: 23.8 kg vs 23.2 kg; price: €4,399 vs €4,899.
