With EP8, you can experience racing-quality e-MTB pedal assist with refined power and ultimate connectivity. With 85 Nm torque. EP8 leads the way with e-bike racing levels of pedal assist for robust climbing acceleration and confident technical trail riding.

Let’s take a look at the Shimano EP8 drive unit and how it compares to the updated and improved Shimano EP801. And, more importantly, what do those improvements mean on the trail?

Nov 15, 2022 · The Shimano EP8 is a 2.65kg and 85Nm motor that is used on many full power emtbs. But Orbea decided they wanted to use it on the Rise, their lightweight...

Apr 20, 2023 · Look closely and you can tell the two EP8 motors apart. And one EP6 I was excited about the EP6. It’s got the same rated 85 Nm max torque as the EP8. Reducing the cost of the motor is a good way to make a cheaper emtb. Shimano confirms the EP6 is the same motor as the EP800, with a few changes.

As a US Class 3 device, it delivers 85 N·m of refined pedal assist up to 25 km/h, 20 mph. It also supports new CAN and ACC ports and compatibility with our second-generation battery management system.

Aug 31, 2020 · EP8 delivers up to 85 Nm of torque, a 21-percent increase over the STEPS E8000 motor platform. The new magnesium drive unit casing design delivers a 300g weight loss in a 10-percent smaller form factor.

Jun 15, 2024 · The EP801 is still an 85 Nm motor, but Shimano claims peak power is up from 500 to 600 W. And that can be felt. The EP8 has become more powerful and inspiring to ride when pedaling above 90 rpm. Motor cut-off speed has been …

Jun 14, 2023 · The Shimano EP8 is the Japanese manufacturer’s flagship e-bike motor. As the successor to the Shimano Steps E8000, the new motor has boosted e-MTB rides around the world. Now, there’s a second generation motor packed with even more features.

Aug 31, 2020 · Shimano now also use magnesium for the new EP8, saving 300 g over the heavier aluminium construction of the STEPS E8000. The Shimano EP8 produces more torque 85 Nm vs 70 Nm With an increase in maximum torque, the new EP8 motor sees a 21% increase in strength over the four-year-old STEPS E8000.

The Shimano EP8 motor is only 2.6kg, which is really pretty lightweight for a top e-MTB motor. It’s 280g lighter than Shimano’s e8000 e-MTB motor, offering a decent weight saving between the older and newer Shimano models.