Introducing the Pivot Shuttle SL AM, powered by Bosch

[knut7]

Today brings the new Pivot Shuttle SL AM. As you might recall, Pivot already has a Shuttle SL in their lineup. But this new one is different. Sure, it’s still a 29er bike, except for the XS frame that has mullet wheels. The new SL AM is a burlier version in every way, but it’s still a lightweight bike starting at a claimed 18 kg. That happens to be a fraction below 40 lbs.

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[F4Flyer]

Looks really good! I still prefer a bigger battery for myself but this is really cool!

 

[RustyIron]

I'm relieved that the new SL/AM doesn't appear to be replacing my beloved AM. The SL/AM appears to be a FAR more sensible bike that that abortion they call the SL.

 

[HandsomeDanNZ]

I don't get it.
Lightweight, but with a small battery so to have any sort of decent ride, you need a Powermore - which adds weight and costs more, as it doesn't come with it.
These SL bikes that pretty much always need a range extender just don't make sense to me.

 

[F4Flyer]

I'm guessing that the new 400 wh battery will prob get you 3,500-4,000 ft of climbing, though I'd like to see some tests. I'm with you from my perspective though. If I were a buyer, I'd want a 600 wh battery with this one.

 

[sethimus]

if you need the 600wh, the bike is not the right one for you. get the cx, only a few 100g more system weight…

 

[Rockhopper70]

I don't get it.
Lightweight, but with a small battery so to have any sort of decent ride, you need a Powermore - which adds weight and costs more, as it doesn't come with it.
These SL bikes that pretty much always need a range extender just don't make sense to me.

With all due respect, battery size only dictates range if that’s all you rely on. Some people might just want a bit of assistance and could ride for 30miles anyway, without an E-bike. This is ideal for this. An Amflow it is not, but I bet it rides way better than an Amflow.

 

[F4Flyer]

My new Shuttle AM with the Race motor, should be here tomorrow. I think it has a 750 wh battery. I have an extender so when needed, I could probably climb 7,000 ft. Most of my rides will be 2,500 - 5,000. I usually ride in Eco and Trail settings.

 

[Ace Freely]

My new Shuttle AM with the Race motor, should be here tomorrow. I think it has a 750 wh battery. I have an extender so when needed, I could probably climb 7,000 ft. Most of my rides will be 2,500 - 5,000. I usually ride in Eco and Trail settings.

I rode the AM with the Race motor, and what a Giggle it was! Fast AF! I didn't like the motor noise, personally, and that's whats keeping me from going that route.

Love my SL, but ordered the SL AM hoping the SX is quiet...

Ace

 

[Ace Freely]

I'm relieved that the new SL/AM doesn't appear to be replacing my beloved AM. The SL/AM appears to be a FAR more sensible bike that that abortion they call the SL.

...interesting, as I LOVE my SL. Super Quiet, fun to ride. A little short on travel, and that's why I'm moving up to the SL AM. We will see...

Ace

 

[F4Flyer]

I rode the AM with the Race motor, and what a Giggle it was! Fast AF! I didn't like the motor noise, personally, and that's whats keeping me from going that route.

Love my SL, but ordered the SL AM hoping the SX is quiet...

Ace

I'll have to live with the noise and make peace with it. Looking forward to that Race motor...never ridden it. I rode one with the regular motor and it was fun, so this Race motor will be a blast! Appreciate the feedback!

 

[Plummet]

I don't get it.
Lightweight, but with a small battery so to have any sort of decent ride, you need a Powermore - which adds weight and costs more, as it doesn't come with it.
These SL bikes that pretty much always need a range extender just don't make sense to me.

It depends on how you ride the bike and what's important. If having a bike as close to your mtb weight as possible is the goal and you ride at similar to mtb speeds up, then you trickle a 400wh battery for quite a while.

I can get close to 3 hours out of my 400wh battery being conservative and over 1000mtr vert. Or i can smash a quick, fast hour and a half at higher power settings. Having a lighter bike is oh for awesome. I do most of my rides with my 400wh battery in. im usually smashing a multiple quick sub 2 hour rides.

My biggest beef with these light weight bikes is they are usually integrated batteries. I'm all in for smaller batteries but want the ability to chuck another battery in and carry on riding..... .... if you want to do a fast burner rider, your one and done for the day with an integrated battery.

 

[EDventure_Outdoors]

I rode the AM with the Race motor, and what a Giggle it was! Fast AF! I didn't like the motor noise, personally, and that's whats keeping me from going that route.

Love my SL, but ordered the SL AM hoping the SX is quiet...

Ace

I'd love to hear a comparison when get some miles on it.

 

[Larsey]

...interesting, as I LOVE my SL. Super Quiet, fun to ride. A little short on travel, and that's why I'm moving up to the SL AM. We will see...

Ace

I hope bosch made some changes, but the 2 SX motors I rode had a very loud whine underload and a coasting clatter (much worse than CX4 or Shimano). It is a deal breaker for me so holding out to see what the new Yeti brings. I really like everything else about the SL*AM

 

[F4Flyer]

If I had not bought this SL (I still prefer it for the battery capacity) the Yeti would be my other choice. Nothing else really interests me though friends have them...Levo, YT, Trek, Cannonade, and SC. The SCs look pretty good overall.

 

[Bajakid]

Today brings the new Pivot Shuttle SL AM. As you might recall, Pivot already has a Shuttle SL in their lineup. But this new one is different. Sure, it’s still a 29er bike, except for the XS frame that has mullet wheels. The new SL AM is a burlier version in every way, but it’s still a lightweight bike starting at a claimed 18 kg. That happens to be a fraction below 40 lbs.

Read more here...

The SL looked so much better with the fazua motor. Hard to tell it was an e-bike. The Bosch motor, screams e-bike.

 

[Bman]

I'm relieved that the new SL/AM doesn't appear to be replacing my beloved AM. The SL/AM appears to be a FAR more sensible bike that that abortion they call the SL.

The SL is a great bike for what it is: a bike for xc/trail riding (nothing too gnarly) for someone who just wants a little assistance and doesn't need to fly up gravel roads or single track just to bomb back down. I have an SL and an AM, and they're both great for their intended uses. A bit much to call it an abortion. I also prefer how it looks to the Bosch SX, not to mention the quietness compared to the clacking when coasting from the SX. The finally got rid of the clacking with the Gen 5, which is on my Crestline. BIG improvement IMO.

 

[Bajakid]

I don't get it.
Lightweight, but with a small battery so to have any sort of decent ride, you need a Powermore - which adds weight and costs more, as it doesn't come with it.
These SL bikes that pretty much always need a range extender just don't make sense to me.

I ride the Trek EXe with my buddy who has the Shuttle SL. The bikes are very similar and definitely the leaders in the SL pedal assist category. We both absolutely love the bikes. Our weekly rides are between 16 and 24 miles, the same amount, maybe a tad more than we would do on analogs. No need for the range extender. We both ride on very low power mode, ( I have the TQ turned down much lower than ECO stock), we get a great work out and analog bike feel, with that little bit of boost when we need it on a technical climb. I believe this is the market this bike is made for. If you want a little push up a section of hill, this is the bike for you.

 

[Dax]

I'm relieved that the new SL/AM doesn't appear to be replacing my beloved AM. The SL/AM appears to be a FAR more sensible bike that that abortion they call the SL.

What’s so bad about the original SL, apart from the horrific motor? It’s one of the best riding e-bikes I’ve tried.

 

[Bman]

What’s so bad about the original SL, apart from the horrific motor? It’s one of the best riding e-bikes I’ve tried.

I actually love the motor. Of course, I haven't had any problems with mine after 2+ years, so I might feel differently if I had to replace it 2 or 3 times. I love that it's punchy and fairly quiet.

 

[bikeguy11]

What’s so bad about the original SL, apart from the horrific motor? It’s one of the best riding e-bikes I’ve tried.

Dax, I owned one for a short while. Like you, loved the way it rode. Unfortunately, the motor and electronics only worked about 30% of the time. My stellar bike shop ended up buying it back and working with Pivot. The new Bosch SX should eliminate that problem.