How does the Paratu CP compare to other eMTBs on weight?

At 19.5 kg with 170mm travel and a full-power Maxon motor, the Paratu CP is 2-3 kg lighter than comparable platforms like the Specialized Levo (22.4 kg) or Canyon Spectral:ON (22.1 kg).

Is the Paratu CP motor as powerful as Shimano EP801 or Bosch CX?

The Maxon BIKEDRIVE AIR S produces 620W peak power and 88Nm torque with 400% max assist ratio. Independent testing by emtb-test.com confirmed it matches the Shimano EP801 in power output while being significantly quieter.

Why does the Paratu CP have a smaller battery than competitors?

The base 400Wh battery keeps weight low. With the 250Wh range extender (total 650Wh), range exceeds most 700Wh bikes because the lighter weight requires less energy per meter of climbing.

What makes the Paratu CP suspension better than competitors?

The CP platform achieves approximately 100% anti-rise at sag (vs 50-75% on most competitors), 97.3% anti-squat (near-perfect pedalling efficiency), and only 3.0-3.5 degrees pedal kickback. All values independently validated by Fil Palmer at Bike Italia/MTBtech.

eMTB Comparison — Paratu CP vs Competition

E-BIKE COMPARISON

Paratu CP eMTB vs The Competition

An honest, data-driven comparison. We publish the numbers other brands hide. Every metric below is independently verifiable.

Platform Overview

Specification	Dirtlab Paratu CP	Specialized Levo	Canyon Spectral:ON	Orbea Wild	YT Decoy
Total Weight	19.5 kg	22.4 kg	22.1 kg	22.8 kg	21.9 kg
Rear Travel	170 mm	150 mm	160 mm	160 mm	165 mm
Motor	Maxon BIKEDRIVE AIR S	Specialized 2.2	Shimano EP801	Bosch CX	Shimano EP801
Motor Weight	1.95 kg	1.95 kg	2.6 kg	2.9 kg	2.6 kg
Peak Power	620W	565W	600W	600W	600W
Max Torque	88 Nm	90 Nm	85 Nm	85 Nm	85 Nm
Max Assist Ratio	400%	410%	400%	340%	400%
Battery	400Wh + 250Wh ext.	700Wh	750Wh	720Wh	540Wh
Frame Material	Carbon (full)	Carbon/Alu	Carbon	Carbon	Carbon/Alu
Format	Frame kit only	Complete bike	Complete bike	Complete bike	Complete bike

Kinematic Performance (Independent Data)

All Paratu CP values independently validated by Fil Palmer (Bike Italia / MTBtech) using ASP kinematic analysis software.

Metric	Dirtlab Paratu CP	Yeti SB160	Orbea Rallon	Canyon Strive:ON	Santa Cruz Bullit
Anti-Squat at Sag	97.3%	~115%	~108%	~95%	~88%
Anti-Rise at Sag	~100%	~58%	~75%	~52%	~50%
Pedal Kickback	3.0-3.5°	~8°	~6°	~7°	~9°
Leverage Ratio Variance	±0.025 (flat)	~25% progressive	~20% progressive	~22% progressive	~18% progressive
Noise Under Assist	Near silent	Moderate	Noticeable	Moderate	Noticeable

Competitor values are approximate based on published kinematic analyses and third-party reviews. Dirtlab values are precise measurements.

Range Performance (Verified)

Condition	Paratu CP (400Wh)	Paratu CP (650Wh)*	Typical 700Wh eMTB
Full Power Mode	~1,056 Hm	~1,700 Hm	~1,200-1,400 Hm
Mid Mode	~1,300 Hm	~2,100 Hm	~1,800-2,200 Hm
Eco Mode	~2,000 Hm	~3,250 Hm	~2,800-3,200 Hm

*With 250Wh range extender. Base range data verified by emtb-test.com (Feb 2026). Competitor ranges estimated from published tests.

Why Paratu CP Is Different

Lightest Full-Power eMTB

19.5 kg with 170mm travel and a full-power motor. 2-3 kg lighter than comparable platforms. Handles like a pedal bike on the descent.

Published Kinematic Data

We publish every suspension metric. No other brand does this. ~100% anti-rise, 97.3% anti-squat, 3.0-3.5 deg kickback — independently verified.

Silent Motor

The Maxon BIKEDRIVE AIR S is quieter than any competitor motor. Coasting or climbing — you hear only the trail. Confirmed by emtb-test.com.

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