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When the Avinox M1 motor first hit the scene, it sparked plenty of questions and even more opinions. Since then, it has proven itself as one of the top e-MTB drive units on the market. The Teewing Turbo Force we’re testing is one of several new bikes hopping on the Avinox train, aiming to shake things up with competitive pricing and modern, sensible geometry.
On paper, it already looks compelling, and now that I’ve got one in my hands, it’s looking even more legit. But as always, the real proof is on the trails, where the Turbo Force gets a proper hiding.
In Australia, it will be offered in two build kits: the Turbo Force Pro ($12,999 AUD) and the Turbo Force XT ($7,999 AUD). The latter being the model I’m reviewing.
Testing has officially begun (I literally finished the first ride just a couple of hours ago), so keep an eye out for the full review soon. In the meantime, here’s an overview of the Teewing Turbo Force XT and what you can expect from it.
Teewing Turbo Force overview
Teewing has just one bike in its lineup for now: the Turbo Force. It’s an aggressive 29er trail bike, boasting 150mm of rear travel and a 160mm fork, taking aim at established competitors like the Amflow PL, Specialized Levo 4, and Norco Sight VLT CX in an increasingly competitive market.
The Teewing Turbo Force XT screams sensible design. The frame lines and angles are clean, with an understated, high quality paint finish paired with minimalist graphics. Other thoughtful inclusions include a top tube accessory mount, and, pleasingly, no headset cable routing.
The only potential weak point on the frame so far is the chainstay protector. It feels thin and quite hard, so it will be interesting to see how noisy the bike becomes once some kilometres go on it. My gut feeling is that it will need something thicker and softer.
The XT model in particular looks subtle and classy with clean lines. The same applies to the Pro version, although its colourway brings a lot more flair for riders who want something with a bit more visual personality.
The Avinox M1 motor isn’t the headline grabber it once was. It’s proven, but on its own, it won’t make a bike stand out. But with more brands jumping on board, a bike now needs to deliver across the board: sharp geometry, well-tuned suspension, and a solid build kit.
Motor & Battery
However, speaking of the motor, if you haven’t come across it before, here’s a quick refresher. The Avinox M1 delivers 105Nm of continuous torque (with a 120Nm boost for short bursts up to 60 secs), 1000W peak power, all while weighing just 2.58 kg. I’m pleased to see the larger 800Wh battery included as standard, giving the Turbo Force extra range and staying power on the trails. Riders chasing the absolute lightest setup might opt to swap it for Avinox’s 600Wh battery instead.
At first glance, I assumed it had the smaller 600Wh battery, as the downtube is exceptionally sleek and streamlined compared to other bikes I’ve seen with the larger 800Wh batteries.
Teewing Turbo Force XT weight
The Turbo Force is a fully powered e-MTB, tipping the scales at just 21.8kg. That’s impressive for a bike packing this much power and an 800Wh battery.
Much of that weight saving comes from the 2.58kg drive unit and the carbon frame, which is claimed to weigh just 2.37kg. Shedding kilos has always been a challenge for full-powered e-MTBs, but Teewing seems to have nailed a fairly lightweight formula. The real test, of course, will be whether the lightweight frame is stiff and durable enough to handle serious abuse. Being a new bike, no one has seen long-term real-world testing yet, but on paper, it’s looking very promising.
Teewing Turbo Force Geometry
The Turbo Force comes in three sizes — M, L, and XL. Reach measurements range from 453mm to 500mm. At 179cm, I’ll be testing the size Large, which has a 476mm reach, typically my sweet spot on previous bikes.
All sizes share the same 445mm chainstays, a 64.5° head angle, and a 77° seat tube angle. There are no flip chips or geometry adjustments here, which also means the bike won’t be able to accommodate a mixed wheel setup without compromising the geo.
Below are the full geometry measurements for each size.
Teewing Turbo Force price and specs
Teewing bikes are being sold through Pushys and start at an impressive $7,999 AUD. The build kit on the Turbo Force XT is pretty basic, shod with Fox Rhythm and Performance level suspension, alloy finishing kit and an SLX mechanical drivetrain. Even still, we’re talking about an Avinox-equipped, carbon-framed e-MTB here for under $10k.
The other model that’s being brought into Australia is the Turbo Force Pro. Priced at $12,999 AUD, this will get you the same frame with Rockshox Ultimate level suspension, GX Transmission, a Reverb AXS dropper and carbon handlebars.
You’ll also need to account for shipping, though it doesn’t appear to be one flat rate, ranging from about $35 AUD to 100 AUD if you live on the east coast — WA folks are looking at ~$250 AUD.
Turbo Force XT
- Frame | Carbon, Four-Bar Suspension Design, 150mm Travel
- Fork | FOX Rhythm 36, GRIP Damper, 160mm Travel
- Shock | FOX Float Performance, 185mm×55mm
- Motor | DJI Avinox M1, 105Nm
- Battery | 800Wh Avinox battery
- Wheels | Breo-X1701E Wheels. Alloy 29”, 30mm, 32H rims. Front Hub: 15×110mm thru-axle, 6-bolt, 32H, sealed bearings. Rear Hub: 148×12mm thru-axle, 6-bolt, 32H, sealed bearings.
- Tyres | Front: Maxxis Assegai MaxxTerra 29×2.5″ WT 3C EXO+. Rear: Maxxis Dissector MaxxTerra 29×2.4″ WT 3C EXO+
- Drivetrain | Shimano 12spd XT M8100 with a SLX M7100 10-51T Cassette. Chainring: Prowheel 36T 104BCD. Crankset: Avinox SL Crank 160mm
- Brakes | Shimano SLX M7120 4-piston w/Shimano RT66, 6-bolt, 203mm rotors
- Handlebar | Teewing Enduro AL7075-T6 Handlebar, 35mm rise, 800mm wide, 8-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep
- Stem | Teewing Enduro AL6061-T6. Length: 40mm. Clamping diameter: 35mm
- Seatpost | EXA Form, Diameter: 31.6 Travel: 150mm (MD), 170mm (LG), 190mm (XL)
- Saddle | Selle Royal SRX Plus
- Weight | 21.8kg (Our size large test bike)
- Price | $7,999 AUD
Turbo Force Pro
- Frame | Carbon, Four-Bar Suspension Design, 150mm Travel
- Fork | Rockshox Lyrik Ultimate, 160mm travel
- Shock | Rockshox Super Deluxe Ultimate, 185mm×55mm
- Motor | DJI Avinox M1, 105Nm
- Battery | 800Wh Avinox battery
- Wheels | Breo-X7701E wheels. Alloy 29”, 30mm, 32H rims. Front Hub: 15×110mm thru-axle, 6-bolt, 32H, sealed bearings. Rear Hub: 148×12mm thru-axle, 6-bolt, 32H, sealed bearings
- Tyres | Front: Maxxis Assegai MaxxTerra 29×2.5″ WT 3C EXO+. Rear: Maxxis Dissector MaxxTerra 29×2.4″ WT 3C EXO+
- Drivetrain | SRAM GX Eagle Transmission AXS 12 speed, 10-52T cassette. Chainring: SRAM 36T 104 BCD. Crankset: Avinox SL Crank 160mm
- Brakes | SRAM Maven Silver 4-piston w/SRAM Centreline Rotors, 200mm
- Handlebar | Teewing Enduro Carbon Handlebar, 20mm rise, 800mm wide, 5-degree upsweep, 8-degree backsweep
- Stem | Teewing Enduro 7075 CNC. Length: 40mm. Clamping diameter: 35mm
- Seatpost | RockShox Reverb AXS 31.6. Travel: 150mm (MD), 175mm (LG), 200mm (XL)
- Saddle | Selle Royal SRX Plus
- Claimed Weight | 21.5kg
- Price | $12,999 AUD
First Ride Impressions
I’ve only just received the Turbo Force XT, so I’m just one ride into testing, but it’s off to a strong start. Strava even tells me I set a personal best on one of my local test tracks. This was a pleasant surprise, considering I was just getting a feel for the bike rather than trying to set the world on fire.
My initial impression is that the bike delivers a comfortable and predictable ride. The proportions of the size large fit my 179cm height well; the reach and chainstay lengths are right in my sweet spot. I’ll need to spend some time fine-tuning the suspension by adjusting air pressure and adding or removing tokens. The lower-end Fox Rhythm 36 fork and Float Performance shock on this model don’t offer much trailside adjustability, with limited rebound and compression control.
The reputation of the Avinox system is well-worn at this point. The motor is powerful, but more importantly, smooth and quiet.
On the downside, I did slice the tyre in two spots even at 30psi. I hadn’t swapped the tubes yet and had pumped the tyre well above my usual pressure to avoid flats, but the EXO+ casing proved a little light for an aggressive e-MTB setup.
Overall, the first ride has whet my appetite. I’m very keen to put this bike through its paces. With a well-respected motor and a competitive price, now it’s time to hit the trails hard and see if the bike itself can keep up.
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