Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory

Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory

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The Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory bike boasts a Shimano electric motor and battery, as well as other high-quality components from brands like RockShox and SRAM. Designed specifically for powerful downhill capabilities, this bike has 170mm of travel both in the front and rear, making it suitable for challenging terrain. It features a unique frame with a custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set, internal battery, and internal cable routing for a clean aesthetic. The bike has a SRAM XO1 AXS Eagle 12-Speed rear derailleur, and Michelin DH22 TLR tires (29" in the front and 27.5" in the rear) for optimal traction on rough terrain.

Highlights

  • Best brakes in class
  • Best suspension components
  • Modern bike geometry
  • Top reviews from the bike magazines
  • High resale value
  • Powerful downhill capabilities

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Description

SRP6999 £
CategoryE-Mountain
Travel Front170 mm
Travel Rear170 mm
Weight24.7 kg
Wheels29 / 27.5 Aluminum
Frame MaterialAluminum
GroupsetSram
ForkRockShox ZEB Ultimate
ShockRockShox Super Deluxe Coil
Ebike MotorShimano
Ebike Battery630 Wh
BrakesSram CODE RSC

Reviews

BikeRadar

Alex Evans

Exceptional performance across a broad range of terrain types makes the Megawatt one of the best electric bikes currently available

Pros
  1. well specced
  2. Goldilocks geometry figures
  3. comfortable and efficient climbing
  4. frugal but powerful Shimano motor
  5. easy to set up
Cons
  1. Low bottom bracket caused frequent pedal strikes

MBR

Alan Muldoon

Designed around the compact Shimano EP8 motor, the aptly named Megawatt shares a strikingly similar profile, right down to the counter- rotating four-bar suspension, with the acoustic version that has racked up three consecutive EWS World Championship titles.

Pros
  1. Superbly tuned suspension
Cons
  1. XT brakes are grabby

E-Mountainbike Magazine

Rudolf Fischer

Nukeproof present their first eMTB. We tested the new Megawatt 297 Elite Alloy 202ONE featuring a Shimano EP8 motor and variable battery concept.

ENDURO Mountainbike Magazine

Rudolf Fischer

After sitting it out for a long time, Nukeproof now join the ebike game. They put a motor on the Mega and came up with the Megawatt 297 202ONE. We’ve taken the new Nukeproof eMTB for a test ride, featuring a Shimano EP8 motor, 630 Wh battery and 170 mm...

Pinkbike

Seb Stott

The Megawatt has 165mm of travel, mixed wheels, and Shimano's EP8 motor.

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Specifications

Frame

Frame
Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Alloy, 170mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set, internal Battery, Internal cable routing, Enduro Bearings, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection, Shimano STEPS compatible.
Frame Sizes
S, M, L, XL, XXL
Frame Colors
Factory

Ebike System

Motor
Shimano STEPS EP8, 250W, 85Nm
Battery
Shimano E8036, 630Wh
Charger
-

Suspension

Fork
RockShox Zeb Ultimate Charger 2.1 RC2 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Grey
Rear Shock
RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RCT Coil, Custom LNL / L1 Hotdog (S/MD) LNL / L Hotdog (L/XL/XXL) S320 tune, 205x65mm, Bearing End, Spring S:400lbs; MD/L:450lbs; XL:500lbs; XXL:550lbs

Cockpit

Stem
Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black
Handlebars
Nukeproof Nukeproof Horizon Carbon V2, S/M: 12mm Rise Width - 780mm, L/XL/XXL: 25mm Rise Width - 800mm
Tape/Grips
Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
Saddle
Nukeproof, Black

Drivetrain

Rear Derailleur
SRAM XO1 AXS Eagle 12-Speed, Black
Shift Levers
SRAM Eagle AXS 12-Speed, Black
Cassette
SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed, CS XG1295 EAGLE 10-52T
Chain
SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed
Crankset
Shimano EM8150 XT, HOLLOWTECH II, 165mm, 34T SRAM Eagle Chain ring, 52mm Chainline
Chainrings
Bottom Bracket
BSA, 73mm, threaded

Brakes

Front Brake
SRAM Code RSC, Sintered pads
Shift Levers

Wheels

Front Rim
Front Wheel:Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29"", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm // Rear Wheel Nukeproof Horizon V2, 27.5"", 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm
Rear Rim
Front Tyre
Front Wheel:Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29"", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm // Rear Wheel Nukeproof Horizon V2, 27.5"", 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm

Geometry Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory

SizeSMMDLGXLXXL
Seat Tube Length (mm)380410440470500
Seat Tube Angle77.577.5787878
Head Tube Length (mm)115115120130140
Head Tube Angle6464646464
Top Tube Length (mm)574.05594.05609.15631.06660.21
Chainstay Length (mm)439439439439439
Wheelbase (mm)12191239126112851309
Standover (mm)731.8728.06727.01729.88729.69
Stack (mm)637.74637.74642.24651.23660.21
Reach (mm)432452472492512
BB Offset (mm)3030303030
Trail (mm)136.17136.17136.17136.17136.17
Fork Rake Offset (mm)4444444444

Customer questions & answers

FAQ Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory

How heavy is the Bike?

The Megawatt 297 Factory weights 24,70 kg. Thats roughly 54,5 pounds

What material is the frame of the Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory?

The Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory ist crafted with Aluminum

What is the recommended price given by the manufacturer Nukeproof?

The SRP Price is our information at 6999 GBP

Where das the Brand Nukeproof is originated?

Nukeproof is a Company from Great Britain