Italian brand Fantic Bikes is set to pull the covers off its new 2026 electric mountain bike line-up at Bike Festival Riva del Garda
With fresh Trail and All Mountain platforms debuting in early May and a new Enduro platform due later in the year.
Fantic bikes says the launch marks a major step in its development as it looks to strengthen its standing in the fast-moving e-MTB market. Central to that push is a new strategic partnership with Bosch, whose drive systems will feature on the first wave of the brand’s 2026 bikes. Fantic believes the collaboration will raise the bar for performance, reliability and overall technical capability across its range.
The first public showing will take place at Bike Festival Riva del Garda, running from 1 to 3 May, where visitors will get an early look at Fantic’s new Trail and All Mountain platforms. The Italian brand has also confirmed that its upcoming Enduro platform will be revealed in September, completing the core of the 2026 e-MTB line-up.
From a product perspective, the Bosch deal is the headline move. Fantic describes Bosch as a global leader in e-bike drive systems and sees the partnership as a significant strategic evolution for the brand. In practical terms, that should mean access to some of the most advanced motor systems available, with the aim of delivering bikes that better meet the expectations of serious off-road riders.
Nicola Baggio, General Manager Bike at Fantic Motor, says the new range represents a decisive move forward for the company. He says the Bosch partnership not only lifts the brand’s bikes in terms of performance and technology, but should also support Fantic’s growth across European markets while strengthening after-sales support for dealers.
For riders and retailers alike, that last point could be just as important as the bikes themselves. Strong dealer support and a dependable service network are key factors in the e-bike category, particularly as systems become more sophisticated and customers expect quick, reliable backup. Fantic appears keen to position this launch as more than a model refresh, presenting it instead as a broader statement of intent for the next phase of its bike business.
The reveal at Riva del Garda is also a fitting stage for the announcement. The event is described by Fantic as one of the most important dates on the international off-road cycling calendar, giving the brand a high-profile opportunity to introduce its next generation of bikes to media, trade and enthusiasts in one of mountain biking’s best-known festival settings. Fantic has scheduled the official unveiling of the new Trail and All Mountain platforms for Friday 1 May at 3:30pm at its stand.
Fantic’s move into e-MTB is built on a longer heritage within the wider Fantic Motor business. Founded in 1968, the company first made its name in motorcycles, becoming known for models such as the Caballero. Its dedicated bike business unit was launched in 2015, bringing that mix of performance focus, Italian design and racing-inspired thinking into the world of electric mountain bikes.
Taken together, the message is clear. Fantic wants the 2026 range to signal a more ambitious era for the brand, one built around updated platforms, recognised technology partners and a stronger foothold in the European e-MTB market. If the new bikes deliver on that promise, Fantic could become an even more prominent name in a category that remains one of the most competitive and innovative areas of cycling.
