Rogue R 2026

The Velduro Rogue R 2026 is a New Zealand-launched carbon mid-pivot enduro built around the DJI Avinox M2S motor, with a 170/165 mm travel, mullet wheels and ASTM category-5 DH-certified frame construction. Headline numbers: 150 Nm of torque, 1,300 W peak, 800 Wh non-removable DJI Avinox battery, a 63.5 degree head angle, 23.6 kg claimed weight and a £9,000 base price for a full build in top-spec trim. The community read on the Rogue is overwhelmingly positive on suspension feel and overall ride quality, with the most-cited praise centring on the rear suspension sensitivity.

Drive system and range. The DJI Avinox M2S delivers 150 Nm of torque and a 1,300 W manufacturer-claimed peak at 2.63 kg — currently among the highest-output mainstream eMTB motors. The 800 Wh battery is non-removable, integrated through the down tube. On a 23.6 kg chassis with 170/165 mm travel, range will easily clear three-and-a-half to four-and-a-half hours of hard riding before reserves bite. As of April 2026 the M2S is mainstream across 60-plus brands.

Geometry and handling. The Rogue R runs four physical sizes (S, M, L, XL) with eight effective configurations via the rear-shock and wheel-position flip chips. Reach progresses from 440 mm to 515 mm, with a 63.5 degree head angle fixed across all sizes, a 440 mm chainstay shared across the range and wheelbase from 1,229 mm to 1,335 mm. The mullet (29F/27.5R) layout and 165 mm rear travel can be raised to 172 mm with the 27.5-inch rear wheel via the flip chip. The mid-pivot (i-track) suspension layout uses a 16T idler with oversize bearings and is ASTM-category-5 DH-certified — properly rated for downhill use. rabitec rates the "rear suspension feels incredibly sensitive compared to Yeti SB6 and Orbea Rise" — high praise.

Build and value. One base trim is on file at £9,000 (NZ$17,000 per Mikects). GeordieDownSouth notes the test bike at 56 lb (25.4 kg) "was with coil shock, DD tyres, inserts, and a heavy parts mix. Most builds seen are between 23.5 and 24 kg" — real-world weights confirm the gold claim.

Community-verified strengths. First, rear-suspension sensitivity: rabitec rates it as more sensitive than a Yeti SB6 or Orbea Rise. Durrti reports the "Velduro Rogue rear suspension is more supple than Crestline DJI rear suspension" and "significantly better than Fox Zeb fork performance, making tuned Zeb feel like hot garbage". Second, real-world performance: Durrti reports "faster times than on Crestline DJI after one year on Crestline" once on the Rogue. Third, attention to detail: panaphonic notes "rear brake routed pretty much straight to the caliper".

Caveats and known gripes. First, brake rotor sizing: iJak recommends "220/223 mm front rotor and 200 mm rear rotor" for 90 kg riders riding hard, indicating the stock spec may be undersized for heavier or aggressive riders. Second, shock hardware specifics: Durrti confirms 8x30 mm shock-hardware kit (bushings and spacers) is the required spec — a niche fitment detail. Third, smaller brand and emerging UK dealer presence (the brand is still rolling out UK distribution).

Verdict. The Velduro Rogue R 2026 suits hard-charging enduro riders who want a properly DH-certified carbon mid-pivot frame with the DJI Avinox M2S motor and an 800 Wh battery, and who value rear-suspension sensitivity and frame-detail engineering over a major-brand dealer network. Less suitable for buyers seeking a removable battery, the strongest UK warranty and service backing, or value-tier pricing. Production status: current.