Scott SportsPatron eRide
e-mtb5499–10999 GBP
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Origin
2022. The Patron eRide replaced the Genius eRide as Scott's flagship full-suspension eMTB in 2022. The name 'Patron' signals a premium, flagship intent. It was the first Scott eMTB to apply the Bold Cycles-derived IST integrated shock technology — a year after the Spark (2022) got the same treatment on the acoustic side. The Patron represents Scott's most complete integration statement: motor, battery, shock, cables — all hidden inside the frame.
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Specifications
- Frame
- Full HMX carbon (top), carbon main + alloy swingarm (mid), or full alloy (entry). Virtual 4 Link (V4L) suspension with IST integrated shock; frame wraps around the Bosch motor (rotated 46°). Fully integrated cables, ±0.6° adjustable headset, SRAM UDH
- Weight
- kg
- Drivetrain
- SRAM XX/GX Eagle AXS Transmission or Shimano XTR/XT/Deore 12-speed by trim
- Brakes
- Shimano XT 4-piston 203 mm (top) / MT520 (entry); Bosch ABS Pro on ST 900 Tuned
- Wheels
- Carbon (top) or alloy (entry/mid), 29"; mixed-wheel options by build
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The verdict
+Strengths
- 800Wh battery (Gen 2) + optional 250Wh extender = up to 1,050Wh total — exceptional range for long days
- Bosch CX Gen 5 eliminates descent clunking noise — major quality-of-life improvement over Gen 1
- Bosch ABS Pro (ST 900 Tuned) is genuinely useful on technical descents — E-MTB Magazine: 'game-changer in gnarly trail scenarios'
- IST integrated shock and motor well-protected from elements — reduced maintenance frequency
- Low, central CoG from motor placement and battery position — 'planted feel, intuitive cornering'
- TracLoc (2-lever) integrates dropper and suspension modes cleanly
- Full integration (no external cables) means no snagging, quieter ride
- Entry Patron 920 praised as 'best-selling, most capable' despite alloy frame — good value for platform
−Weaknesses
- Gen 1 weight: 23.86kg (carbon 900 Tuned), 26.9kg (alloy 920) — heavy even for eMTB category
- Gen 1: no space for piggyback shock inside frame — limits tuning options for aggressive riders
- Cockpit complexity: brake, gear, Bosch display, LED remote, TwinLoc, dropper all on bars — 'too much for one thumb' (E-MTB Magazine)
- Gen 1 900 Tuned: alloy cranks and GX cassette/NX chain on a £15,000+ bike — spec mismatch
- Gen 1 SAG indicator not visible from above — needed second person to read during setup
- HTA of 65° (Gen 1) — steepest in enduro category, less confidence-inspiring on aggressive descents vs slacker competitors
- Range extender sacrifices water bottle in frame — inconvenient on hot days
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Who it’s for
Trail eMTB riders who want all-day range (800Wh+)All-mountain riders wanting integrated, low-maintenance eMTBRiders who value premium aesthetics and integrationPatron ST: aggressive trail/light enduro eMTB riders (170mm fork)Older or less fit riders who want eMTB assistance on demanding trails
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