Fantic launches Sierra and Ridge for 2026, with Bosch Gen5 power and two clear takes on e-MTB performance
Fantic has unveiled two all-new e-MTB platforms for 2026, the carbon-framed Sierra and the aluminium Ridge, both built around Bosch’s latest Performance Line CX Gen5 motor and designed to cover everything from technical trail riding to full-gas all-mountain use.
Fantic says the new Sierra and Ridge platforms mark a fresh chapter for its e-MTB range, with each bike aimed at a different kind of rider while sharing the same underlying goal of pushing off-road performance and ride feel forward. Sierra is the lighter, more progressive carbon option, while Ridge is pitched as the tougher, more accessible aluminium platform. Both are built around the Bosch Performance Line CX Gen5 drive unit, which Fantic says can be configured to deliver up to 120Nm of torque.
On paper, Sierra looks to be the more trail-focused and premium of the two. It uses a full-carbon frame and comes with 160mm of front travel and 155mm at the rear, with geometry aimed at riders who want precision and control on demanding terrain. A key part of the design is Fantic’s so-called Cobra Design frame architecture, which the brand says boosts stiffness in critical areas for improved stability and accuracy when the trail gets rough.
There is plenty of adjustment built into the Sierra too. Fantic has fitted a Flip Chip system that allows riders to swap from a 29in rear wheel to a 27.5in setup without upsetting the bike’s balance, making a mullet configuration possible for riders chasing extra manoeuvrability and traction on technical sections. The rear end also uses a coaxial Horst link, a layout Fantic says helps separate braking forces from suspension movement so the shock can stay active under braking, with the aim of improving grip and composure.
Power comes from Bosch’s latest Performance Line CX Gen5 motor, paired with an 800Wh battery across the range. Fantic also says Sierra can be fitted with a 250Wh range extender for longer days in the hills, which should make it particularly appealing for riders who want full-power assistance without constantly thinking about battery management.
The Sierra line-up is split into Sport, Race and Factory builds, with prices starting at €5,790 for the Sport, rising to €7,490 for the Race and €8,990 for the Factory. According to Fantic’s sales guide, all three use the same full-carbon chassis and Bosch 800Wh setup, with claimed weights of 23.5kg for the Sport, 22.7kg for the Race and 22.3kg for the top-spec Factory. The Factory model is equipped with a RockShox Lyrik Ultimate fork, RockShox Deluxe Select+ shock, SRAM GX AXS transmission, Fantic Racing Carbon wheels and SRAM Maven Silver brakes. The Race gets RockShox Lyrik Select suspension, DT Swiss H1900 wheels and SRAM Maven brakes, while the Sport runs RockShox Psylo Silver RC and SRAM Eagle 70. Fantic says the Sport model launches with SRAM and will also be offered with Shimano from September.
Colour options for Sierra are Arctic White and Volcanic Bronze, and while the numbers suggest this is still a full-power e-bike rather than some featherweight category challenger, the spec sheet points to a bike aimed squarely at riders who want modern geometry, serious suspension and enough range to make the most of it.
If Sierra is the sharper, higher-end option, Ridge is the more versatile and price-conscious half of the new range. Built around an aluminium frame, Ridge also uses Fantic’s Cobra Design and a variable-thickness down tube with reinforcement around the head tube to increase torsional stiffness. Fantic says the seat tube has been redesigned too, with the goal of improving freedom of movement and comfort on descents.
Ridge comes in two versions. The Trail model offers 150mm of travel front and rear, while the All Mountain version steps up to 170mm front and rear for riders spending more time on bigger, rougher tracks. Both use the same Bosch Performance Line CX Gen5 motor and 800Wh PowerTube battery, and both are available in Sport and Race trims.
In Trail guise, the Ridge Sport costs €4,490 and the Ridge Trail Race comes in at €5,990. Claimed weights are 27.2kg for the Sport and 26.52kg for the Race. The Trail Race is fitted with a Suntour Auron 34 fork, RockShox Deluxe Select+ shock, SRAM Eagle 90 drivetrain, DT Swiss H1900 wheels and SRAM Guide T brakes. The Trail Sport gets RockShox Psylo Silver RC suspension, SRAM Eagle 70, Fantic Racing aluminium wheels and SRAM DB4 brakes. Both are available in Storm Grey and Desert Gold.
At the bigger-hitting end of the Ridge family, the All Mountain Sport is priced at €5,490 and the All Mountain Race at €7,190. Claimed weights are 27.24kg and 27.23kg respectively. The Race build gets a RockShox ZEB Select 38 fork, RockShox Super Deluxe shock, SRAM GX AXS drivetrain, Mavic E-Deemax wheels and SRAM Code R brakes. The Sport uses a RockShox ZEB 38 fork, RockShox Deluxe Select+ shock, SRAM Eagle 70 transmission and SRAM DB6 brakes.
Taken as a whole, Fantic’s 2026 e-MTB strategy looks straightforward and well defined. Sierra is the lighter, more technical carbon platform for riders who want adjustability and a more premium package. Ridge is the aluminium workhorse, offered in both Trail and All Mountain forms and with pricing that starts lower without abandoning full-power Bosch assistance or a big battery.
There is also a clear emphasis on giving riders a spread of price points without muddying the range. Across both platforms, Fantic has concentrated on SRAM-equipped builds, from Eagle 70 on entry-level models through to GX AXS on the top-tier bikes, while keeping the Bosch 800Wh battery standard throughout. The brand also says both Sierra and Ridge will be available through a Click & Collect programme that lets customers browse online and complete the purchase through Fantic’s dealer network.
From a cycling website point of view, the big takeaway is not just that Fantic has added new bikes, but that it has sharpened the identity of its e-MTB line-up. A carbon trail platform with mullet compatibility and a more affordable aluminium range covering both 150mm Trail and 170mm All Mountain use makes for a much easier story for riders to understand. Add Bosch Gen5 power, up to 120Nm of torque and an 800Wh battery across the board, and the MY26 range lands with plenty of substance behind the launch headlines.
