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Today Orbea launches its new Denna , a mid-drive eRoad bike that has “gravel-specific assistance”. With big tire clearance and a frame designed for a smooth ride, the new Denna is ready for long hours in the saddle. (Photos / Orbea) When it comes to growth, the eRoad bike segment seems a little off-the-back when compared to the other eBike segments. But it is picking up momentum, with some brands offering the bikes with a certain “all-road” element. Maybe that’s the key: versatility. Orbea Denna eRoad Bike motor and battery Let’s see how the Denna stacks up! The Orbea Denna
Orbea Denna eRoad Bike frame Pulling from their experience with the Rise and Rider Synergy concept, Orbea has created a “gravel-optimized” motor, the RS Gen2 RC. This motor claims to have a “perfect balance of power and torque”. While using a Shimano EP8 motor as the base, Orbea has added their own firmware and motor tuning profile to customize the EP8 to their desires for the Denna. Orbea Denna eRoad Bike shiano motor Orbea Denna eRoad Bike battery port Orbea calls this optimized motor their RS Gen2 RC where:
RS – Stands for Rider Synergy. This is Orbea’s firmware for Shimano EP motors. It allows the bike and rider to work together for a more natural ride feel.
Gen2 – This means the second generation of Orbea’s RS firmware. It […]
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