Second ride! In this video I took my Tazer Expert to Alum Creek Phase 1 to see how the Tazer worked on tighter more technical trails. These are my thoughts and ride impressions on the 2nd ride on my new 2021 Intense Tazer Expert.
1. The same top impression still stands out for me: this bike feels so good through my feet and hands (weight distribution) while standing, cornering, and especially on the downhill sections. I really like the way the Tazer handles, gives me confidence to push. That is the feeling I noticed on test rides that piqued my interest enough to buy a Tazer.
2. Since I regularly ride 90Nm rated Brose motor powered e-MTB's I was concerned the 30% lower powered 60Nm Shimano 7000 motor could be an issue for me (not enough power!). After (2) rides on the Tazer the lower powered motor is not an issue. While the Shimano 7000 motor does have less torque feel (mostly felt at very low pedal RPM) than the stronger Brose 2.2 motor the assist from the Shimano 7000 motor feels more than strong enough while riding. The Shimano 7000 motor has smooth and natural feeling pedal assist with little noise or gear lash.
Overall the handling of the Tazer stands out. I think the geometry and Mullet layout (29" front, 27.5" rear wheel) help the Tazer feel very natural to me as a guy that normally rides off road motorcycles. Pretty cool to finally get an Intense Tazer and confirm the "just feels right" I felt on test rides feels even better on real MTB trails. The Intense Tazer: an e-MTB for moto riders!
