Billed as "the mountain biker's ebike," the Transition Relay Carbon GX E-Mountain Bike is a huge step forward in bike technology. As an ebike, it's a lightweight and nimble mid-power (60Nm) go-anywhere ripper, with the the aggressive geo and excellent ride quality you'd expect from a Transition. But, when you take the battery out, you can still pedal it. Yeah, that's right, it really is two great bikes in one, convertible between lightweight eeb and traditional enduro bike. Further still, the frame allows for tinkering with setup as well, with the ability to take air or coil shocks, 160 or 170mm travel, and/or mixed wheel sizing. There are like a half dozen dream bikes here, one for pretty much anything you're into. There's never been a better time to be a mountain biker: get on it!
Speed Balanced Geometry – SBG ensures the bike maintains low speed agility, front wheel traction, and proper rider weight balance while actually increasing confidence in steep terrain and at high speeds. With SBG, a slacker head tube angle is combined with an all new reduced offset fork standard, preventing the front wheel from being too far in front of the rider. This improves front to rear weight distribution on the bike, which is often out of balance on long and slack bikes. One of SBG's greatest benefits is that it creates a confident steering feel that adapts to wheel speed. More stability when going fast, more agility on technical slow speed maneuvering as well as improved traction, control and confidence for any skill level of rider.
Fox Float X Performance Rear Shock – Designed specifically to meet the demands of aggressive trail riders, the new Float X combines sophisticated damping and fade free performance with incredible light weight and outstanding structural integrity.
Shock Adjustments – Air Spring Pressure / 2-Position Open/Firm Lever / Rebound
12 x 148mm Boost Rear Spacing
Full Water Bottle Storage
Size-Specific Chainstay Lengths
UDH – SRAM's Universal Derailleur Hanger is available at almost every bike shop, should something go wrong.
Carbon Fiber Frame – Lightweight and incredibly strong, Transition's carbon framesets are known for durability and versatility.
Gear Accessory Mount
Chainring Bashguard – Designed in-house, the forged spider bashguard keeps the chain, chainring, and frame safe from impacts.
Cable Routing – Fully internal cable routing is a breeze with easy access through the battery door, while ports in the headtube keep it quick and easy to work on the headset.
Long Dropper Insertion – With an uninterrupted seat tube, you are free to drop your post all the way to the collar, allowing for long droppers on every size.
Coil and Air Shock Compatible – With 26% progression, the rear suspension is fully compatible with both air and coil shocks without worrying about harsh bottom out.
Fazua Ride 60 Motor – The lightweight 60Nm Fazua Ride60 drive unit weighs 4.3lb/1.96kg. The minimal drag and power to weight ratio provide the magic when not riding with power. As you begin to ride beyond the speed cutoff you're not penalized when continuing to push beyond the assistance like that of traditional eMTBs. The 430Wh battery, 60Nm torque, 250Wh continuous power, 450Wh peak power, and overall bike weight work harmoniously together. This all equates to an experience that exceeds what you might expect from its numbers.
Fazua Ride 60 Battery – The 430Wh battery weighs 4.85lb/2.2kg. It is easily removable via the tool free battery door underneath the downtube. The battery is charged off the bike, which is a bonus for customers with challenging bike storage and charging situations. The tool free battery door makes this hassle free, and it greatly simplifies the frame and door interface making it lighter and more durable.
Fox Float 36 Performance – For MY23 the Fox 36 receives an update in the form of a new crown with updated design and engineering for more steer tube overlap improving durability and maintaining stiffness while dropping 20 grams. This champion trail fork is lighter, smoother, stiffer, and more tunable than ever before.
Fork Adjustments – Air Spring Pressure / Open, Medium, Firm Compression Modes / Rebound
SRAM GX Eagle – GX Eagle is your partner for all rides, all the time, all day. Long days, quick rides and everything in-between, GX Eagle is the ecosystem at its best. With the all new 520% range, all new colorways and seamless compatibility with the rest of the ecosystem, GX Eagle is there to maximize the potential of your ride experience.
SRAM Code R – Sleek, easy to use, yet immensely powerful. Code R packs a winning punch with a reliable DirectLink™ lever mated to Code’s new oversized four-piston caliper. SRAM’s signature ergonomics are supplemented by the tool-free reach adjust for a fit to each riders’ needs, to unleash Code’s superior braking power, consistency and modulation.
SRAM Centerline Rotors – The Centerline rotor was designed to keep the center of friction consistent throughout rotation, thereby minimizing vibration, offering consistent performance and a quiet ride.
Maxxis Assegai Front Tire – Greg Minnaar’s signature tire – the Maxxis Assegai – provides tenacious, predictable grip across the entire profile no matter the lean angle. The Assegai can be used front and rear for a surefooted feel or as a front paired with a faster rolling rear tire.
Maxxis DHRII Rear Tire – With side knobs borrowed from the legendary Minion DHF, but widened to provide more support, the DHR II corners like no other. The center tread features ramped leading edges to improve acceleration and sipes to create a smooth transition when leaning the bike. Paddle-like knobs on the center tread dig in under hard braking and help keep the bike under control.
WTB ST I30 TCS 2.0 Rims with Novatec Hubs – ST rims create an affordable solution to the previously cost-prohibitive hurdle of tubeless mountain biking. UST compliant bead hooks border a tape and sealant-driven inner rim profile, providing standards-based, repeated tubeless consistency. Enjoy the benefits of tubeless riding without breaking the bank. Disc brakes only. Tubeless Ready.
eBikes can only be shipped via ground. Delivery to AK and HI is unavailable at this time.
Price and Spec Subject to Change
OneUp Dropper Post – The OneUp Dropper has the shortest stack height and shortest total length of any post, meaning your seat will go as low as possible. With class-leading specs and innovative features, this post is easily serviceable and extensively tuneable.
Size | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL |
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Top Tube (mm) | 523 | 553 | 586 | 614 | 642 | 671 |
Seat Tube (mm) | 380 | 390 | 410 | 430 | 460 | 490 |
Stack (mm) | 590 | 615 | 628 | 637 | 646 | 655 |
Reach (mm) | 410 | 430 | 460 | 485 | 510 | 535 |
Head Tube Angle (°) | 64.0 | 64.0 | 64.0 | 64.0 | 64.0 | 64.0 |
Seat Tube Angle (°) | 79.7 | 79.1 | 78.4 | 77.8 | 77.3 | 77.0 |
Chainstay Length (mm) | 436 | 442 | 442 | 448 | 448 | 448 |
Bottom Bracket Height (mm) | 340 | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 |
Bottom Bracket Drop (mm) | 15 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 |
Head Tube Length (mm) | 100 | 100 | 115 | 125 | 135 | 145 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1167 | 1208 | 1244 | 1280 | 1309 | 1338 |
Wheel Size | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" | 29" |