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| Frame | Front |
| Wheel Size | 29" |
The Arcus 3 is an E-Active e-bike developed by Ridgeback Bikes, designed to cover a wide range of uses: urban commuting, leisure riding and light off-road routes. While based on a hardtail platform, its overall setup places it firmly in the multi-purpose active e-bike category rather than traditional mountain biking.
The aluminium frame integrates a 500 Wh internal battery and features internal cable routing. 29” wheels with higher-volume tyres contribute to stability and comfort across mixed surfaces.
The Arcus 3 uses the SportDrive MD250S system, featuring:
250 W motor
95 Nm maximum torque
500 Wh integrated battery
claimed range up to 100 km, depending on assistance mode and riding conditions
The system allows tuning of power delivery, adapting the response either for stronger initial assistance (e.g. traffic light starts) or for smoother output aimed at extending range.
Independent reviews consistently report strong, immediate assistance, particularly effective on climbs and during acceleration, with predictable power management.
The RST air-sprung suspension fork with 80 mm travel, equipped with remote lockout, allows adaptation to varying terrain. A suspension seatpost further improves comfort on longer rides.
Overall riding position is described in independent testing as balanced between comfort and control, maintaining stable handling without feeling cumbersome.
The Arcus 3 comes fully equipped for everyday riding:
bespoke alloy mudguards
AXA Blue Line lighting system
AtranVelo rear rack
hydraulic disc brakes
This configuration supports both daily commuting and longer recreational rides.
Frame: Aluminium
Fork: RST air-sprung, 80 mm, with remote lockout
Headset: FSA Orbit 1.5E No.57B Zero Stack
Shifters: microSHIFT Mezzo TS39, 9-speed
Rear derailleur: microSHIFT Mezzo RD-M36L, 9-speed
Cassette: microSHIFT CS-H092, 11–36T
Chain: KMC X9EPT
Brakes: ALHONGA AHJ-OD07 hydraulic disc
Brake levers: ALHONGA AHJ-OD07
Rims: WTB SX19, 32H
Front hub: Shimano HB-M6010, 15 mm
Rear hub: Shimano FH-M4050, QR
Spokes: Steel 14G
Tyres: WTB Nineline 29×2.25”
Stem: Ridgeback Alloy, 45 mm, ±3°
Seatpost: ONE1 Alloy SPS 405 Suspension, 30.9×350 mm
Pedals: Resin Metro
Motor: SportDrive MD250S, 36 V, 250 W, 95 Nm
Battery: SportDrive integrated, 500 Wh
Charger: SportDrive 2 A
Mudguards: fitted
Lights: AXA Blue Line
Rack: AtranVelo rear
Category: E-Active / Electric Leisure
Wheel size: 29”
Cable routing: internal
Colour: Grey
| Size | M | L |
|---|---|---|
| Seat tube angle (°) | 74.5 | 74.5 |
| Head tube angle (°) | 67 | 67 |
| Chainstay | 480 | 480 |
| Seat tube | 432 | 475 |
| Top tube | 615 | 645 |
| Head tube | 175 | 175 |
| BB drop | 60 | 60 |
| Wheelbase | 1215 | 1245 |
| Stack | 625 | 625 |
| Reach | 436 | 466 |
| Handlebar width | 700 | 720 |
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