Forbidden Dreadnought E T2 - Tangerine Dream - S3

Introducing the 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. Combining an aggressive 170mm of rear travel with a massive 180mm fork and a mixed-wheel (MX) setup, the Dreadnought E features Forbidden's renowned rearward, yet reserved axle path. It gives you the ultimate ability to plow through rough terrain when you drop your heels, while still delivering the pop and support needed to pump, jump, and generate addictive speed.

Key Features

• Full-Power Avinox M2S Motor: A lightweight 2.6 kg drive unit delivering an incredible 130 Nm of torque (150 Nm in Boost mode) and up to 1300W of peak power for relentless technical climbing.

• Upgraded 800Wh Integrated Battery: Massive energy capacity seamlessly integrated into the frame, extending your alpine sessions and high-lap days further than ever before.

• High-Pivot Refined Axle Path: High-travel suspension kinematics designed to carry effortless momentum through square-edged impacts without losing its playful, active character.

• Mixed Wheel (Mullet) Setup: A 29” front wheel rolls over obstacles with maximum grip, paired with a snappy 27.5” rear wheel for ultimate agility and cornering clearance.

Specifications

E-Bike System

• Motor: DJI Avinox M2S, 250W nominal, 130Nm standard torque (150Nm Boost Mode), 1300W Peak Power, 2.6 kg drive unit weight.

• Battery: Avinox 800Wh capacity, fully integrated inside the down tube.

• Charger: Avinox 168W fast charger.

Frameset & Suspension

• Frame: Dreadnought E Full Carbon, high-pivot layout, 170mm travel, Mixed Wheel (MX) optimized geometry, internal cable routing.

• Fork: Fox 38 Factory, Kashima coat, highly adjustable GRIP2 damper, Fox Kabolt bolt-on axle, Boost 15x110mm spacing, 180mm travel.

• Rear Shock: Fox Float X2 Air Factory, high/low-speed compression and rebound adjustments, Kashima coat.

Drivetrain & Shifting (SRAM GX AXS T-Type)

• Shifter: SRAM Pod Rocker, electronic wireless controller

• Front Derailleur: N/A (1x Dedicated e-bike setup)

• Rear Derailleur: SRAM GX T-Type AXS Transmission, 12-Speed direct-mount wireless derailleur

• Cassette: SRAM XS-1275, 10-52T, 12-Speed T-Type

• Chain: SRAM GX T-Type flattop chain

• Crankset: Praxis Type 2 Alloy E-Cranks, e-bike specific interface

• Drivetrain Extras: Forbidden Race Guide (Upper chainguide assembly)

Brakes & Control

• Brakes: SRAM Maven Silver heavy-duty 4-piston hydraulic mineral oil disc brakes

• Rotors: SRAM Centerline 6-bolt design (Front and Rear e-bike standard)

Wheels & Tyres

• Wheelset: Crank Brothers Alloy 2.0 wheel system, strong double-wall rim profile.

  • Hub Spacing: [F] 15x110mm Boost / [R] 12x148mm Boost.

• Front Tyre: Maxxis High Roller 3, 29" x width, sticky 3C MaxxGrip compound, ultra-rugged DH Casing

• Rear Tyre: Maxxis Minion DHR II, 27.5" x width, sticky 3C MaxxGrip compound, ultra-rugged DH Casing

• Wheel Platform: Mixed Wheel (MX / Mullet Layout) — 29" Front, 27.5" Rear.

Cockpit & Components

• Saddle: Premium off-road performance saddle

• Dropper Seatpost: TranzX Reverse Dropper Post with low-profile GLS handlebar remote

• Handlebar: OneUp Alloy Handlebar, optimized compliance profile

• Stem: OneUp Forged Stem, short trail/enduro extension length

• Headset: Premium sealed cartridge bearings

Sizing, Geometry & Performance Category

• Intended Use Class: All Mountain / Enduro / Bike Park

• Wheel Size Platform: 29" Front / 27.5" Rear Mixed

• Battery Capacity Option: 800Wh Premium Long-Range Kit

Weight Summary

• Bike Weight: The most accurate way to determine any high-performance e-MTB’s weight is to have us weigh it for you in-store. Total weight varies naturally based on exact frame size, paint thickness, and local tubeless setup configurations.

Please Note: We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the specification information, but components are subject to change by the manufacturer at any time without notice due to ongoing factory running parts updates.