SimplonRapcon :ePinion Core
- Motor
- Pinion MGU E1.1285 Nm
- Battery
- 800 WhFIT Ultracore; 1,060 Wh (L/XL) and 535 Wh DualBattery optional
- Travel F / R
- 160 / 160 mm
- Wheels
- 29"
- Frame
- Carbon
- Weight
- 25.2 kgManufacturer figure (size M, Core Selection spec sheet)
Overview
The Simplon Rapcon :ePinion Core (€7,999) is the entry build of the Rapcon :ePinion: Pinion MGU E1.12 (85 Nm) with 800 Wh, RockShox Zeb Base fork, RockShox Deluxe Select+ shock, Pinion E1.12 MGU and Magura Louise Elite brakes. Claimed weight is 25.2 kg.
The Rapcon :ePinion is a carbon trail/enduro e-MTB built around the Pinion MGU E1.12, which combines an 85 Nm motor and a 12-speed gearbox in one housing and drives a Gates belt instead of a derailleur and chain. It has 160 mm of rear travel, a 160 mm fork (170 mm possible) and 29-inch wheels with a mullet option.
The standard battery is an 800 Wh FIT Ultracore; a 1,060 Wh pack is offered for sizes L and XL, and a 535 Wh DualBattery can be added on bikes without a piggyback shock.
- Pinion MGU E1.12 motor-gearbox, 85 Nm
- Gates belt drive, no derailleur
- 800 Wh (1,060 Wh in L/XL)
- 160 mm travel, carbon frame
Gallery
Photos: Simplon
Full specifications
Frame & suspension
- Fork
- Rock Shox Zeb Base 160mm
- Frame
- RAPCON :ePinion, carbon
- Rear shock
- Rockshox Deluxe Select+ | 230x62,5 | 160mm
- Headset
- Acros AZX-820
E-system
- Display
- FIT LCD Remote Pinion E1.12
- Motor
- Pinion E 1.12 Drive Unit
- Battery
- FIT Ultracore 800 Wh
Drivetrain
- Crankset
- Pinion 160mm black | forged
- Rear derailleur
- Pinion E1.12 MGU | Gates CDX
Brakes
- Brakes
- Magura Louise Elite, 4/4 pistons, 203mm, 203mm
Wheels & tyres
- Tyres
- Schwalbe | MagicMary/Albert black | Evo | Trail Pro | 63-622
- Wheelset
- DT Swiss | Hybrid LN | IW:30
Cockpit
- Handlebar
- Simplon Riser BAR | AL | R.15 | 800 mm
- Stem
- Simplon Zero III 35mm x 0°
- Grips
- Ergon GE10 EVO
- Saddle
- Selle Italia X-BOW 145 boost | manganese rail
- Seatpost
- BikeYoke Divine | 31.6 | 125 mm
- Spacers
- 30mm spacer
Manufacturer specification — source. Specs and prices can change; check with the brand or your dealer.
Rapcon :ePinion geometry
| Size | S | M | L | XL |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASeat tube length | 395 mm | 400 mm | 420 mm | 445 mm |
| BTop tube (horizontal) | 551 mm | 583 mm | 605 mm | 626 mm |
| CHead tube angle | 64.6° | 64.6° | 64.6° | 64.6° |
| DSeat tube angle (effective) | 79.1° | 79.1° | 79.1° | 79.1° |
| D1Seat tube angle (actual) | 75.7° | 75.8° | 75.7° | 75.7° |
| D2Saddle rail height (reference) | 595 mm | 600 mm | 620 mm | 645 mm |
| EHead tube length | 108 mm | 108 mm | 118 mm | 126 mm |
| FChainstay length | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm | 447 mm |
| GWheelbase | 1207 mm | 1241 mm | 1265 mm | 1293 mm |
| HBottom bracket drop | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm | 29 mm |
| IFork length | 583 mm | 583 mm | 583 mm | 583 mm |
| KFork offset | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| MStandover | 740 mm | 742 mm | 743 mm | 743 mm |
| RReach | 430 mm | 461 mm | 481 mm | 501 mm |
| SStack | 624 mm | 629 mm | 639 mm | 656 mm |
| STRStack to reach | 1.45 | 1.36 | 1.33 | 1.31 |
| HtRider height | 155-172 cm | 168-182 cm | 178-190 cm | 188-200 cm |
| ISInseam | 74-82 cm | 78-86 cm | 82-90 cm | 87-99 cm |
Source: Simplon. Rider height and inseam in cm.
Rapcon :ePinion: builds compared
Rapcon :ePinion range →| Rapcon :ePinion Core | Rapcon :ePinion Expert | Rapcon :ePinion Ultimate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | €7,999 | €8,999 | €9,999 |
| Frame | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Fork | Rock Shox Zeb Base 160mm | Rock Shox Zeb Select Plus 160mm | FOX 38 FLOAT Factory | Grip X2 | HSC, LSC |
| Shock | Rockshox Deluxe Select+ | 230x62,5 | 160mm | Rockshox Super Deluxe Select+ | 230x62,5 | 160mm | FOX Float X2 Factory | 2 Pos Adjust | 205x62,5 | 160mm |
| Derailleur | Pinion E1.12 MGU | Gates CDX | Pinion E1.12 MGU | Gates CDX | Pinion E1.12 MGU | Gates CDX |
| Brakes | Magura Louise Elite | Magura Louise Elite | Shimano BR-M8220 |
| Display | FIT LCD Remote Pinion E1.12 | FIT LCD Remote Pinion E1.12 | FIT LCD Remote Pinion E1.12 |
| Weight | 25.2 kg | 25.1 kg | 25.5 kg |
Rapcon :ePinion Core: FAQ
How much does the Simplon Rapcon :ePinion Core cost?
€7,999 (RRP Germany (EUR), VAT incl.; Simplon Core Selection fixed price). The Rapcon :ePinion range runs from €7,999 (Rapcon :ePinion Core) to €9,999 (Rapcon :ePinion Ultimate). Prices vary by country and dealer.
How much does the Simplon Rapcon :ePinion Core weigh?
Simplon quotes 25.2 kg. The lightest Rapcon :ePinion build is the Rapcon :ePinion Expert at 25.1 kg.
What motor and battery does the Simplon Rapcon :ePinion Core have?
Pinion MGU E1.12 (85 Nm). 800 Wh battery — fIT Ultracore; 1,060 Wh (L/XL) and 535 Wh DualBattery optional.
How much suspension travel does the Simplon Rapcon :ePinion Core have?
160 mm at the fork and 160 mm at the rear, on 29" wheels.
What sizes does the Simplon Rapcon :ePinion Core come in?
S, M, L, XL. Check the geometry table to compare reach and stack between sizes.
What is the difference between the Rapcon :ePinion Core and the Rapcon :ePinion Expert?
They share the Rapcon :ePinion frame platform and motor; the differences are in the parts — fork: Rock Shox Zeb Base 160mm vs Rock Shox Zeb Select Plus 160mm; shock: Rockshox Deluxe Select+ | 230x62,5 | 160mm vs Rockshox Super Deluxe Select+ | 230x62,5 | 160mm; claimed weight: 25.2 kg vs 25.1 kg; price: €7,999 vs €8,999.
