Dreadnought E T3

ntroducing Dreadnought E. An e-MTB built from the ground up with a singular purpose – to charge through the most chaotic, rowdy lines you can find, and whisk you back to the top, asking for more. Big travel. Full power. Zero hesitation.

Featuring 170mm of rear travel paired with a 180mm fork, combined with a rearward, yet reserved axle path, Dreadnought E has the ability to plow when you drop your heels, but still offer pop and support when it’s needed to get off the ground or pump to generate that addictive speed.

Dreadnought E is spec’d with the all-new Avinox M2 and M2S drive systems. Tier 3 run the Avinox M2, weighing 2.65 kg, delivering 110 Nm of torque (125 Nm Boost) and 1100 watts. Both options can be paired with 600 Wh or 800 Wh batteries, so you can choose a lighter setup or maximum range depending on how deep the mission goes.

Dreadnought E isn’t here to play nice, it’s here to go further, hit harder, and redefine what a full-power, big-travel e-MTB is supposed to feel like.

Intended Use

• All Mountain

• Suspension

  170mm Rear / 180mm Front

• Wheel Size

  Mixed Wheel (MX)

• Motor | Battery

  Avinox M2S or Avinox M2 | 600Wh or 800Wh
  
  Things you should know//

  Trifecta V3 Platform

  The latest iteration of our Trifecta platform elevates the spellbinding ride characteristics you expect from a Forbidden to a new level. We’ve fine-tuned the rearward axle path, idler position, and kinematics (the holy trinity of ride characteristics) to deliver the best e-MTB we’ve ever ridden.  The new platform also gives us more seat post insertion and allows us to neatly package the motor and battery.

  Avinox Drive System

  Dreadnought E is powered by the Avinox drive system in two trims depending on build kit. T1 and T2 get the M2S motor, delivering 130 Nm of torque (150 Nm Boost) and 1300 watts, in a 2.6 kg package. T3 and T4 run the M2 motor, delivering 110 Nm of torque (125 Nm Boost) and 1100 watts, with a motor weight of 2.65 kg. Both builds can be paired with 600 Wh or 800 Wh battery options, letting you choose between a lighter setup or maximum range.

  Touch Screen and Controls

  Dreadnought E features a 2-inch OLED full-colour Control Display as the interactive hub, enabling connectivity between the Avinox Drive Unit and your mobile device via the Avinox app. Tuneable assist modes, wireless handlebar controls, and an intuitive app set the Avinox system apart from the rest.

  AXS Extension Cord Compatible

  Dreadnought E builds that are specced with AXS transmission come equipped with SRAM’s AXS Extension Cord. The SRAM AXS Extension Cord connects the AXS transmission to the bike’s battery, allowing you to power the drivetrain directly without the use of an AXS battery.

  Carbon Rocker Link

  The Trifecta V3 platform features a carbon rocker link. The carbon rocker link is light, stiff, reduces unsprung mass, isolates the shock from lateral forces, and gives the bike the right amount of progressivity. 8 x 30 mm bearing hardware, top and bottom, comes as standard on all shocks.

  Idler Pulley

  Dreadnought E sports our e-bike-specific 18-tooth steel idler equipped with two Enduro solid lube bearings. These changes, along with a refined tooth profile, increase the idler’s longevity while ensuring compatibility with the latest drivetrains.

  Custom Frame Protection

  We developed a full complement of custom frame protection for Dreadnought E. Chainstay, seatstay, downtube, and motor cover protection have all been developed and designed in-house specifically for this bike.

  Waterbottle Fitment

  Even our smallest Dreadnought E frame size can fit a full-size 26oz water bottle, regardless of your rear shock reservoir. Remember, hydration is your friend, but sweaty backs most definitely are not.

   

  Frame	Dreadnought E Full Carbon	High-Modulus Carbon Fiber | Trifecta V2 High Pivot 4-Bar Suspension | One Ride Geometry | Enduro Max Bearings
  Fork	RockShox ZEB Select+	180mm Travel | Charger 3.2 RC2 | LinearXL | Rebound, HSC/LSC Adjust | Adjustable Bottom Out Internal | 44mm Offset | Maxle Stealth Thru-Axle | Gloss Black
  Rear Shock	RockShox Vivid Air Select+	LinearXL | Rebound, LSC Adjust | 2 Position Threshold Lever  | R55 C26 Tune | 230x65mm
  Headset	FSA Orbit ZS	ZS44/ZS56 | Sealed Cartridge Bearings | 6000 Series Alloy Cups And Materials | Sealed Steel Crown Race
  Grips	Forbidden	128mm length | Single Sided Lock-On | Black
  Handle Bar	Forbidden Alloy	800mm Width | S1-S2:22.5 / S3-S4:38mm Rise | 9° Backsweep 5° Upward | 35mm Bar Bore | Black
  Stem	Forbidden Forged	40mm Length | 35mm Bar Clamp | Black
  Seat Post	TranzX Reverse	31.6mm | Size Specific Travel S1:160mm / S2:180mm / S3:210mm / S4:240mm
  Seat Post Remote	TransX GLS	Aluminum Remote | Bearing | MatchMaker X Integrated Dropper Remote
  Seat Post Clamp	Seat Clamp	7075 CNC Aluminum | 34.9mm | Black Anodized
  Saddle	Forbidden	143mm Width | Atmos Shaping | Cro-Mo Rail | Black
  Front Brake	SRAM Maven	Base | Stealth Body | Reach Adjustment | Organic Pads
  Front Brake Rotor	SRAM Centerline	6-Bolt | 2.0mm Thickness
  Rear Brake	SRAM Maven Base	Base | Stealth Body | Reach Adjustment | Organic Pads
  Rear Brake Rotor	SRAM Centerline	6-Bolt | 2.0mm Thickness
  Shifter Rear	SRAM Eagle 90	With MMX Clamp | Single Click | Two Button Design
  Rear Derailleur	SRAM Eagle 90 T-Type	Hangerless Interface | Replaceable Skid Plates
  Cassette	SRAM XS-1270	12speed | HG Fit | 10-12-14-16-18-21-24-28-32-38-44-52T
  Chain	SRAM Eagle 70 T-Type	12speed | Links = S1:120 / S2:122 / S3:124 / S4:126
  Crankset	Praxis Alloy E-Cranks	150mm | SRAM 34T Chainring | 55mm Chainline | Black
  HP Idler	FBC Idler Pulley + Upper Guide	V2 18T Steel Idler Pulley - 2 x BOSL Enduro Bearings
  Upper Guide	Forbidden Race Guide
  Lower Guide
  Motor	Avinox M2	Avinox M2 Drive Unit: 110 Nm (120Nm Boost) | 1100w Peak Power | Avinox Screen: 2-inch OLED Control Display |  Avinox Wireless Controllers: Right and left sides
  Battery	Avinox	Avinox Integrated Li-ion Battery: 600Wh | Voltage 35.9 V | Protection Rating IP56 | Capacity 16.7 Ah
  Bottom Bracket	Avinox	ISIS Interface
  Front Hub	Crankbrothers Synthesis	110x15mm | 28-Hole | 6-Bolt | Black Anodized
  Front Hub Skewer	Maxle Stealth	6mm Hex Fitment
  Rear Hub	Crankbrothers Synthesis	HG Driver | 148x12mm | 32-Hole | 6-Bolt |
  Rear Hub Skewer	Maxle Stealth	180x12mm | 5mm Hex Fitment
  Spokes/Nipples	Sapim E-Light / Strong	Black ED Coated Stainless | Black Brass 14mm Nipples
  Rims	Crankbrothers Alloy 1.0	Front 31.5mm / Rear 31.5mm Internal Width | Tubeless Ready | Black with Grey Graphics
  Front Tire	Maxxis High Roller 3 3C, MaxxGrip, DH Casing	29 x 2.4 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 60tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing
  Rear Tire	Maxxis DHRII 3C, MaxxGrip, DH Casing	27.5 x 2.5 | 3C MaxxGrip Rubber Compound | 120tpi | Folding | Tubeless Ready | DH Casing
  Extras 1	Avinox 168W Charger	Approx. 4 h 45 min (0–100%)approx. 3 h 3 min (0–75%)
  Extras 2	Fidlock TWIST Bike Base
  Extras 3	Stans Sealant	200ml
  Extras 4	RideWrap Protection Film	Preinstalled in High Wear Areas. Full OE Integrated Kit Available Extra