Forbidden · 2026
Dreadnought E
- Avinox M2S
- Avinox M2
- Enduro
Key specs
- Motor
- M2S / M2
- Battery
- 600 / 800 Wh
- Suspension
- High pivot
- Travel
- 180 mm front / 170 mm rear
- Wheels
- Mixed (29" / 27.5")
- Weight
- Not published
- Frame
- Carbon
What reviewers say
The Loam WolfIf you’re a rider who wants a buttery smooth and unphased suspension platform, tall stack and confidence-inspiring eMTB that rides more like a lightweight DH bike than a plow, the Forbidden Dreadnought E is certainly a worthy offering.
Video reviews
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Our first ride on the new Forbidden Dreadnought E
Pedal Syndicate, June 2026
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Forbidden Dreadnought E Review | A Special Kind of Enduro eMTB | 2026 eMTB Shootout
The Loam Wolf, June 2026
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| Size | S1 | S2 | S3 | S4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 425 | 445 | 461 | 481 | |
| 635 | 648 | 669 | 682 | |
| 1215.5 | 1256.9 | 1298.2 | 1339.5 | |
| 63 | 63 | 63 | 63 | |
| 76.75 | 76.75 | 76.75 | 76.75 | |
| 71.6 | 73.7 | 75.4 | 76.8 | |
| 434 | 449 | 463 | 478 | |
| 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | |
| 340.8 | 340.8 | 340.8 | 340.8 | |
| 400 | 420 | 440 | 470 | |
| 575 | 598 | 619 | 642 | |
| 100 | 115 | 138 | 153 | |
| 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| 44 | 44 | 44 | 44 | |
| 260 | 275 | 300 | 320 |
Builds and components
Parts as published by the manufacturer. They can change during a model year.
| Dreadnought E Tier 1 | Dreadnought E Tier 2 | Dreadnought E Tier 3 | Dreadnought E Tier 4 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E-bike system | ||||
| Motor | Avinox M2S | Avinox M2S | Avinox M2 | Avinox M2 |
| Battery | 600 Wh / 800 Wh | |||
| Suspension | ||||
| Fork | RockShox ZEB Ultimate, Charger 3.2 RC2, 180 mm | FOX 38 Factory, GRIP X2, 180 mm | RockShox ZEB Select+, Charger 3.2 RC2, 180 mm | RockShox ZEB, Delta RC, 180 mm |
| Shock | RockShox Vivid Coil | FOX Float X2 Factory | RockShox Vivid Air Select+ | RockShox Super Deluxe |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Shifter | SRAM Pod Rocker | SRAM Pod Rocker | SRAM Eagle 90 | SRAM Eagle 70 |
| Rear derailleur | SRAM X0 T-Type | SRAM GX T-Type | SRAM Eagle 90 T-Type | SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type |
| Cassette | SRAM XS-1295, 10–52T | SRAM XS-1275, 10–52T | SRAM XS-1270, 10–52T | SRAM XS-1270, 10–52T |
| Chain | SRAM GX T-Type | SRAM GX T-Type | SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type | SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type |
| Chainring | 34T | |||
| Cranks | SRAM X0 E, alloy | Praxis Type 2 E-Cranks, alloy | Praxis Type 2 E-Cranks, alloy | Praxis Type 7 E-Cranks, alloy |
| Crank length | 150 mm | |||
| Brakes | ||||
| Brakes | SRAM Maven Ultimate | SRAM Maven Silver | SRAM Maven Base | SRAM DB4 |
| Rotors | SRAM HS2 | SRAM Centerline | SRAM Centerline | SRAM Centerline |
| Wheels and tyres | ||||
| Wheels | Crankbrothers Synthesis Carbon Enduro rims, Ratchet hubs | Crankbrothers Alloy 2.0 rims, Ratchet hubs | Crankbrothers Alloy 1.0 rims, Synthesis hubs | Crankbrothers Alloy 1.0 rims, Synthesis hubs |
| Front tyre | Maxxis High Roller 3 29×2.4, DH, 3C MaxxGrip | Maxxis High Roller 3 29×2.4, DH, 3C MaxxGrip | Maxxis High Roller 3 29×2.4, DH, 3C MaxxGrip | Maxxis High Roller 3 29×2.4, EXO+, 3C MaxxGrip |
| Rear tyre | Maxxis Minion DHR II 27.5×2.5, DH, 3C MaxxGrip | |||
| Cockpit | ||||
| Handlebar | OneUp, alloy, 800 mm | OneUp, alloy, 800 mm | Forbidden, alloy, 800 mm | Forbidden, alloy, 800 mm |
| Stem | OneUp Forged, 42 mm | OneUp Forged, 42 mm | Forbidden Forged, 40 mm | Forbidden Forged, 40 mm |
| Grips | Forbidden lock-on, 128 mm | |||
| Seatpost and saddle | ||||
| Dropper post | OneUp V3, 31.6 mm | TranzX Reverse, 31.6 mm | TranzX Reverse, 31.6 mm | TranzX Reverse, 31.6 mm |
| Dropper travel | 150 mm (S1) · 180 mm (S2) · 210 mm (S3) · 240 mm (S4) | 160 mm (S1) · 180 mm (S2) · 210 mm (S3) · 240 mm (S4) | 160 mm (S1) · 180 mm (S2) · 210 mm (S3) · 240 mm (S4) | 160 mm (S1) · 180 mm (S2) · 210 mm (S3) · 240 mm (S4) |
| Saddle | Fizik Terra Aidon X5 | Fizik Terra Aidon X5 | Forbidden | Forbidden |