2026 Forbidden Druid E

Forbidden Druid E – 2026

The Forbidden Druid E is a full-power, high-pivot carbon e-MTB with 150mm of rear travel and a 160mm fork, built on Forbidden’s Trifecta V3 suspension platform. It rolls on mixed wheels — 29″ front, 27.5″ rear — and is offered at outset.bike in four builds, T1 – Vitalogy, T2 – Purple Haze, T3 – EVOO and T4 – Sandstorm, each in sizes S1 to S4 with an 800 Wh Avinox battery. T1 and T2 run the Avinox M2S drive unit; T3 and T4 run the Avinox M2.

At outset.bike, we stock bikes we genuinely believe in. The Druid E is the electrified evolution of Forbidden’s legendary high-pivot trail platform — and it’s been worth the wait. It climbs effortlessly and descends with the same class-defying confidence the Druid is known for. This is witchcraft, electrified.

TRIFECTA V3 HIGH-PIVOT SUSPENSION

The Druid E uses Forbidden’s Trifecta V3 high-pivot four-bar layout with an idler pulley and the Forbidden Race Guide, redesigned specifically for the demands of an e-MTB. The high main pivot gives a rearward axle path, so the rear wheel moves up and back over square-edged hits rather than into them. A vertically positioned shock maximises dropper post clearance, a carbon rocker link reduces unsprung mass and isolates the shock from lateral forces, and the suspension tune has been refined to deliver a supple, consistent feel under power. The result is a bike that holds its speed through rough ground and stays calm under braking, while the 210 x 55mm shock keeps the travel efficient and supportive on climbs. Why it matters: 150mm of rear travel that works with you on the way up and inspires confidence on the way down.

AVINOX DRIVE SYSTEM

Every Druid E runs an Avinox drive unit with an integrated 800 Wh battery for extended range on long days in the hills. The T1 and T2 use the Avinox M2S — a 2.6 kg unit producing 130 Nm of torque (150 Nm in Boost) and 1300 W of peak power for maximum performance. The T3 and T4 use the Avinox M2, a 2.65 kg unit producing 110 Nm (125 Nm in Boost) and 1100 W. Power delivery is intuitive and tuneable via the 2-inch OLED full-colour display and the Avinox app, with wireless handlebar controls keeping everything within easy reach on the trail. The T1 ships with the Avinox 508 W fast charger (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes from 0 to 75%); the T2, T3 and T4 come with the 168 W charger (approximately 4 hours 45 minutes from 0 to 100%).

CHOOSING YOUR BUILD: T1 TO T4

T1 – Vitalogy is the top build. It pairs a Fox Podium Factory fork with a Fox Float X Factory shock, SRAM X0 T-Type AXS wireless shifting, SRAM Maven Ultimate brakes on HS2 heat-management rotors, Crankbrothers Synthesis Carbon Enduro wheels, a OneUp V3 dropper and the 508 W fast charger.

T2 – Purple Haze keeps the M2S motor and Fox Float X Factory shock, with a Fox 36 Factory fork, SRAM GX AXS wireless shifting, SRAM Maven Silver brakes and Crankbrothers Alloy 2.0 wheels.

T3 – EVOO moves to the Avinox M2 motor with a RockShox Lyrik Select+ fork and Super Deluxe Select+ shock, SRAM Eagle 90 mechanical shifting, SRAM Maven brakes and Crankbrothers Alloy 1.0 wheels.

T4 – Sandstorm is the most accessible way into a Druid E: the same frame, M2 motor and 800 Wh battery, with a RockShox Lyrik fork, Super Deluxe shock, SRAM Eagle 70 shifting and SRAM DB4 brakes.

All four builds share the same carbon frame, geometry, 150mm crank length, Maxxis High Roller 3 front and DHRII rear tyres, and TranzX or OneUp dropper with size-specific travel. The full specification for each build is listed below.

SIZING & ONERIDE GEOMETRY

The Druid E is the world’s first truly proportionally sized e-MTB. It comes in four sizes with Forbidden’s OneRide geometry, so every rider gets the same handling characteristics regardless of stature, and mixed wheels keep it agile and manoeuvrable despite the added weight of the motor and battery. The rear centre grows with each frame size (427mm on S1 to 471mm on S4), so every size keeps the same weight balance and handling. As a guide, S1 suits riders 158–168cm (5′2″–5′6″), S2 168–178cm (5′6″–5′10″), S3 178–188cm (5′10″–6′2″) and S4 188–198cm (6′2″–6′6″). Reach runs 430, 447, 467 and 487mm across S1–S4, with a 64° head angle and 76.75° seat angle on every size. If you’re between sizes, get in touch and we’ll help you choose.

FRAME, STANDARDS & WHAT’S INCLUDED

The frame is high-modulus carbon fibre with Enduro Max bearings, a ZS44/ZS56 headset, 148mm rear spacing, 200mm post-mount rear brake, 55mm chainline and a 31.6mm seatpost. It takes up to a 27.5 x 2.6 rear tyre and a chainring up to 36T (S1–S2) or 38T (S3–S4). A full suite of custom in-house frame protection covers the chainstay, seatstay, downtube and motor, with RideWrap film pre-installed in high-wear areas. An e-bike-specific 18-tooth steel idler with Enduro bearings ensures drivetrain longevity and compatibility with the latest T-Type and AXS drivetrains. Every size takes a full 26 oz water bottle, and the Druid E carries Forbidden’s lifetime carbon frame warranty. Pedals are not included. For anything else about the Druid E, get in touch at outset.bike.

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