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MondrakerDusty
e-gravel
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Origin
The Dusty is Mondraker's e-gravel platform, extending the brand's Spanish MTB DNA into the fast-growing gravel segment. It uses the MAHLE X20 rear-hub motor — a deliberate choice over Bosch mid-drive to keep the weight low and the ride feeling more like an acoustic bike. The 350 Wh battery is integrated and non-removable, prioritising a clean silhouette. The XR build adds a short-travel Rudy fork for rougher gravel.
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Specifications
- Frame
- e-Gravel Stealth Air Carbon; PF386 EVO bottom bracket; tapered head tube; HHG internal cable routing; integrated non-removable battery; flat-mount disc; 12x142 mm thru-axle; 45 mm tire clearance
- Drivetrain
- 1x SRAM or Shimano GRX (build-dependent); dedicated direct-mount chainring
- Wheels
- 700c; tubeless-ready
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The verdict
+Strengths
- MAHLE X20 hub motor keeps weight and visual profile close to an acoustic gravel bike
- Carbon frame and clean integration result in a light, attractive package
- XR build adds suspension fork option for rougher terrain
−Weaknesses
- Non-removable 350 Wh battery limits range compared to larger removable units
- MAHLE hub motor lacks the cadence-responsive torque feel of quality mid-drives on steep climbs
- PF386 bottom bracket is less serviceable than threaded alternatives
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