Forbidden Dreadnought-E - Tier 3 - 600Wh eMTB / Size S3

Introducing Dreadnought E. An e-MTB built from the ground up with a singular purpose - to charge through the most chaotic, rowdy lines you can find, and whisk you back to the top asking for more. Dreadnought E delivers a whole new level of confidence and redefines what it means to truly fear no trail. Big travel. Full power. Zero hesitation.

170mm of Trifecta rear travel paired with a 180mm fork. The kinematic delivers a predictable ride feel that was defined to work with the newest generation of coil and large volume air shocks. Combine this with a rearward, yet reserved axle path, and the bike has the ability to plow when you drop your heels, but still offer pop and support when it’s needed to get off the ground or pump to generate that addictive speed.

Equipped with the new Avinox M2 drive system, you’re looking at 110 Nm of torque (125 Nm in boost) and 1100 watts of peak power in a 2.6 kg package. With an 800 Wh battery, the builds come in at 53.5lbs (24.30 kg) or less.

Dreadnought E geo is unapologetically downhill focused. A mixed-wheel size only platform with a tall front end, slack angles, and specifically designed around short cranks. This all focuses the riders position to be more centered, tall and relaxed, offering control and composure previously only reserved for downhill race bikes. Of course, Dreadnought E also gets Forbidden's full OneRide proportional sizing treatment and is the world’s second truly proportionally sized e-bike (the Druid E was the first).

Dreadnought E isn’t here to play nice, it’s here to go further, hit harder, and redefine what a full-power, big-travel e-MTB is supposed to feel like.

• NEW Avinox M2 Drive System - Developed by DJI, lightweight 2.6 kg motor delivering 110Nm of continuous torque, 125Nm on boost, and up to 1100W of peak power.
• Fast Charging: Charge from 0–75% in just 90 minutes with the optional fast charger (not included).
• OLED Touchscreen Display - Full-color 2-inch display with wireless controls and deep customization via the Avinox mobile app.
• RockShox Select+ Suspension - Equipped with the latest RockShox ZEB fork and Vivid Air shock, delivering the support, traction, and control needed to get the most out of the Trifecta V2 high pivot suspension platform.
• Proportional Sizing - Forbidden’s OneRide geometry adapts reach, seat angle, and rear center to each frame size for balanced handling.
• Maximized Dropper Clearance - Extended seat tube insertion allows for longer dropper posts across all sizes, with support for up to a 180mm dropper on an S1 frame for maximum mobility on descents.
• Water Bottle Clearance - Every frame size fits a full-size 26oz bottle, regardless of rear shock reservoir.
• Custom Frame Protection: In-house designed protection covers key impact areas including the chainstay, seatstay, downtube, and motor cover, built specifically for the Dreadnought-E.
• RideWrap Installed: All models come equipped with RideWrap installed from the factory in high-wear zones to help protect the frame from scuffs, chips, and trail damage.