Propain Ekano Review - SRAM Powered

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Propain was one of the four companies who hopped on the (Power) train when SRAM launched their new eBike ecosystem last year. With their Ekano 2 CF, Propain fitted the new Eagle Powertrain system to their first carbon fiber eBike, and we were excited to see how it would stack up against the competition in our hotly contested 2024 eMTB Shootout.
2024 EMTB SHOOTOUT SERIES - The Propain Ekano 2 CF Ultimate was one of 14 eBikes that our staff thoroughly tested with absolute objectivity in mind. From different types of riders to terrain, our goal is to present the best and most honest information possible to help you make your best decision. Of course, we’d love to thank Fox Racing and Schwalbe Tires for being invaluable partners to this series and making it happen and to Howler Bike Park for hosting us for our testing.
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@bfranco1519

I wish bike companies would just prioritize reliability over features. Auto shift for example. Just make a strong reliable motor! I’ll handle the shifting and cadence. Also, gen 1 anything is a gamble. I’ll wait till they work the bugs outs. Bike looks sweet though!

@finroddd

Thank you, guys! In this kind of reviews, honesty is the most important thing!

@bmemtb6619

i ride the ekano 2 AL and love it. I've had some issues but they keep taking care of me.

@thetrailcatalog

Loved this bike at Bentonville bike fest. The SRAM motor really is so quiet.

@8664antonio

since 2016 when turbo levo starts, is this the best motor in the ebike world.

@jojoaspi7398

I have the E2 AL and I definitely noticed the high stack height. Also, wondering as well if you noticed any (front) wheel flops on turns? Caught me off guard at first but definitely happening from time to time.

@jessehill3780

This was one bike I was considering before I bought my new bike but the stand over height was a bit of a turn off. The other thing I noticed when considering it is that it is very progressive leverage (something like 40%) and while they do offer it with air shock options I’m not so sure it’s the best match up for this bike. It’d be interesting to do the same test with a coil as it almost sounds like it’s not an off the top sensitivity (since being so progressive in theory should be extremely sensitive initially) but I’m wondering if you’re hitting a wall of progression after sag point with the air shock and leverage rate stacking up making it really firm.

@sparksfly369

Seems the feedback on the SRAM (Brose) motor wasn’t the most favorable. Also some complaints about the suspension. I tested the AL version of this bike at Bentonville Bike Fest and loved it. I’d be curious how different the two variants feel. The AL version has the EP801, and the one I tested had Fox Factory Suspension front and back. I will say I rode the bike exclusively on flow jump lines and it felt amazing to jump. Really poppy, which is consistent with your review.

@applicablerobot

I'm curious, why wasn't the repeaterPT included in the test?

@rockandchilimtb

Can you review the new Sresh?

@dukeandace2010

Is a review of the giant reign e 2024 coming?

@benjaminb4

Hey LoamWolf, I noticed you’ve got Hand guards on all these test bikes, is that for protection on sample bikes or are you preferring the guards for Howler Hill. Thanks for the Great reviews day after day!

@EvanShowsMTB

I noticed this one’s got the exact same reach as the Pivot but no one complained about this one. Maybe the slacker HTA and longer wheelbase make it feel better?

@robinschwirz8833

8:05

@WM.1981

The Alloy w/ the EP8.1 on gen 2 frame is better than the CF w/ the SRAM powertrain

@duanethompson2879

Joining the curse of the 90nm category motor?......inconsistency of performance like the Brose?

@topchoice1621

1st 🥇 and this is the bike I’ve been waiting for

@mustclime5311

Please add a grand to the cost of my bike with Sram transmission and know that all the replacement parts cost double to that of the cable stuff..Headset cable routing is a deal braker...the stand over on that bike is really high IMO.