Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory Alloy Bike 2022

NUKEPROOF MEGAWATT

Since 2009 the Nukeproof Mega has been on a journey of constant development. From iteration to iteration, small incremental improvements gradually add up to become today’s thoroughbred Enduro race bike. Bike design and technology moves fast to keep up with the evolving demands of our customers and racers. If you don’t keep up, then you get left behind.

The notable absence in the Nukeproof range has been a bike with an motor. When choosing a motor/ battery partner, Nukeproof’s top priority was to partner with the right specialist. A brand that could offer leading edge technology to help create competitive product whilst having the infrastructure in place to support customers during ownership. It’s taken a while for Nukeproof to join the e-Bike game, but the time has come and Nukeproof are proud to introduce the all new Nukeproof Megawatt.

Designed and developed from the outset alongside the latest Mega, the Megawatt retains the descending characteristics that has taken 4 Enduro World Series crowns but combines this with the latest Shimano Steps EP8 motor technology. The Megawatt Shares the race proven geometry of the Nukeproof Mega, but in an all new mixed wheel size platform. The 29” wheel up front, maximises grip and rolling efficiency whilst the 27.5” wheel out back, allows the bike to run shorter chainstays to ensure nimble handling and maximise manoeuvrability. The rear chainstays also benefit from 3d moulded chain guard to keep the frame protected and running quiet allowing you to concentrate on the trail ahead. The Megawatt is offered in Size Small through to XXL and shares Nukeproof’s “saddle offset” philosophy with the Mega. This means steeper seat angles as sizes increase, to optimise the riding position and maximise comfort and efficiency.

A custom tuned rear shock (170mm of rear travel) on all models ensures that the Megawatt is super supple of the top whilst remaining progressive and supportive through the rest of the travel. The Anti Squat too is optimised to create a bike that offers ultimate performance on the descends and then returns you back to the top efficiently for more. The new Mega also has a wide SAG range (30%-35%) to allow you; the rider, to tune the characteristics of the bike to your preferences.

The Megawatt was designed from the outset to optimise the performance of the Shimano EP8 Motor and battery. Crafted from hydroformed 6061 aluminium, the Megawatt shares some characteristics and tube shapes with its Mega sibling but features several notable differences. An all-new one-piece cast Bottom Bracket shell has been engineered to house the Shimano Steps EP8 Motor. The downtube to has been designed to maximise strength and rigidity whilst providing easy access to remove the internal battery for charging or transportation. The Megawatt is offered in three specifications; Comp, Elite or Factory, to suit your riding needs and budget. Please see individual spec’s for full details. The Factory and Elite use a 630Wh Shimano battery, whilst the Comp uses a 504Wh battery. Both battery sizes will fit in each model with a secure and easy to flip mount system in all models. All bikes include a Shimano battery charger and adaptor to allow both on bike and off the bike charging using either the Euro or UK charging cables included.

Nukeproof are proud to introducing the Megawatt: A Mega with an motor. Designed so you can maximise the amount of time spent descending by getting you back to the top faster, again and again (and again).

Please Note: Due to severe delays in the bicycle supply chain, we have been forced to make some alterations to the specification of the component parts supplied with this bicycle. As a result the specification may differ from those shown in the images. Please refer to the specification table for accurate information.

FULL SPECS

	COMP	ELITE	FACTORY	RS
FRAME	Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Alloy, 170mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set, internal Battery, Internal cable routing, Enduro Bearings, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection, Shimano STEPS compatible.	Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Alloy, 170mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set, internal Battery, Internal cable routing, Enduro Bearings, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection, Shimano STEPS compatible.	Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Alloy, 170mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set, internal Battery, Internal cable routing, Enduro Bearings, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection, Shimano STEPS compatible.	Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Alloy, 170mm Travel, custom triple butted hydro-formed tube set, internal Battery, Internal cable routing, Enduro Bearings, Boost 148mm rear axle spacing, 3D contoured Rubber frame protection, Shimano STEPS compatible.
FORK	RockShox Domain, 29”, Motion Control RC damper, 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, 1.8 Tapered Steerer, Gloss Black	Fox 38 Float, 29”, Performance Elite Series, Grip 2 Damper, 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, 1.5T Steerer, 68mm Crown, Black	Fox 38 Float, 29”, Factory Series, Kashima, Grip 2 Damper, 170mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, 1.5T Steerer, 68mm Crown, Black	RockShox Zeb Ultimate Charger 2.1 RC2 180mm, 44mm Offset, BOOST, Debonair, Grey
SHOCK	RockShox Super Deluxe Select R, Custom LIN L1 HOTDOG tune, 230x62.5mm, Bearing End, 2 bottomless tokens fitted.	Fox Float X2, Performance Series, EVOL, 2 Position lever, Custom LCL LRL tune, 230x62.5mm, Bearing End, 2x 0.3 spacer fitted.	Fox Float X2, Factory Series, Kashima, EVOL, 2 Position lever, Custom LCL LRL tune, 230x62.5mm, Bearing End, 2x 0.3 spacer fitted.	RockShox Super Deluxe Ultimate RCT Coil, Custom LNL / L1 Hotdog (S/MD) LNL / L Hotdog (L/XL/XXL) S320 tune, 205x65mm, Bearing End, Spring S:400lbs; MD/L:450lbs; XL:500lbs; XXL:550lbs
WHEELSET	Front Wheel: Sun-Ringle Duroc SD37 Comp 29"", 15x110mm // Rear Wheel: Sun-Ringle Duroc SD37 Comp 27.5"", Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm	Front Wheel:Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29"", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm // Rear Wheel Nukeproof Horizon V2, 27.5"", 6 Bolt, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm	Front wheel: DT Swiss H1700 SPLINE 30, 29"", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm // Rear wheel: DT Swiss H1700 SPLINE 30, 27.5"", 6 Bolt, Shimano Microspline Driver, 148x12mm	Front Wheel:Nukeproof Horizon V2, 29"", 6 Bolt, 110x15mm // Rear Wheel Nukeproof Horizon V2, 27.5"", 6 Bolt, XD Driver, 148x12mm
DRIVE SYSTEM	Shimano STEPS EP8, 250W, 85Nm	Shimano STEPS EP8, 250W, 85Nm	Shimano STEPS EP8, 250W, 85Nm	Shimano STEPS EP8, 250W, 85Nm
CRANKS	Shimano EM600, 165mm, 34t, 52mm chainline	Shimano EM600, 165mm, 34t, 52mm chainline	Shimano EM8150 XT, HOLLOWTECH II, 165mm, 34T, 52mm Chainline	Shimano EM8150 XT, HOLLOWTECH II, 165mm, 34T SRAM Eagle Chain ring, 52mm Chainline
DISPLAY	Shimano EM800 with Shimano EM800-L Assist Switch	Shimano EM800 with Shimano EM800-L Assist Switch	Shimano EM800 with Shimano EM800-L Assist Switch	Shimano EM800 with Shimano EM800-L Assist Switch
BATTERY	Shimano E8035, 504Wh	Shimano E8036, 630Wh	Shimano E8036, 630Wh	Shimano E8036, 630Wh
SHIFTER	Shimano Deore M6100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV	Shimano SLX M7100-IR, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV	Shimano XT M8100-R, 12-speed Rapidfire Plus, I-Spec EV	SRAM Eagle AXS 12-Speed, Black
REAR DERAILEUR	Shimano Deore M6100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus	Shimano SLX M7100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus	Shimano XT M8100, SGS 12-Speed, Shadow Plus	SRAM XO1 AXS Eagle 12-Speed, Black
CHAIN	Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed	Shimano SLX M7100 HG 12-speed Inc Quicklink	Shimano XT M8100 HG 12-speed Inc Quicklink	SRAM GX Eagle 12-Speed
CASSETTE	Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T	Shimano SLX M7100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T	Shimano XT M8100-12, 12-Speed (HYPERGLIDE+), 10-51T	SRAM XO1 Eagle 12-Speed, CS XG1295 EAGLE 10-52T
CHAIN GUIDE	Shimano EM800 drive unit mount	Shimano EM800 drive unit mount	Shimano EM800 drive unit mount	Shimano EM800 drive unit mount
BRAKES	SRAM DB8	Shimano SLX M7120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads	Shimano XT M8120, 4 Pot Brake, Metallic Pads	SRAM Code RSC, Sintered pads
ROTORS	SRAM 220mm Front / 200mm Rear	Brakco 220mm Front / 200mm Rear	Shimano SM-RT76, 220mm Front / 203mm Rear	SRAM Centerline 220mm Front / 200mm Rear
TYRES	Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR, Rear: Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR	Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR, Rear: Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR	Front: Maxxis Assegai 29”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR, Rear: Maxxis Assegai 27.5”x2.5 WT 3C MaxxGrip/DD/TR	Front: Micheline DH22 TLR 29”x2.4, Rear: Micheline DH22 TLR 27.5”x2.4
HANDLEBARS	Nukeproof Neutron V2, S/M: 12mm Rise Width - 780mm, L/XL/XXL: 25mm Rise Width - 800mm	Nukeproof Horizon V2, Width - S/M: 12mm Rise Width - 780mm, L/XL/XXL: 25mm Rise Width - 800mm	Nukeproof Horizon V2, Width - S/M: 12mm Rise Width - 780mm, L/XL/XXL: 25mm Rise Width - 800mm	Nukeproof Nukeproof Horizon Carbon V2, S/M: 12mm Rise Width - 780mm, L/XL/XXL: 25mm Rise Width - 800mm
STEM	Nukeproof Neutron AM, 45mm, black	Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black	Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black	Nukeproof Horizon, 45mm, Black
SADDLE	Nukeproof, Black	Nukeproof, Black	Nukeproof, Black	Nukeproof, Black
SEATPOST	Brand X Ascend internal, 31.6mm, S:125mm drop; M:150mm drop; L: 170mm drop; XL/XXL: 200mm drop	Brand X Ascend internal with Brand-X Remote lever, S:125mm drop; M:150mm drop; L:170mm drop; XL/XXL:200mm drop	Bikeyoke Divine Stealth with Brand-X Remote lever, S:125mm drop; M:160mm drop; XL/XXL:185mm drop	Bikeyoke Revive with Triggy 1x Remote, 31.6mm; S:125mm drop; M:160mm drop; L:185mm drop; XL/XXL:213mm drop
HEADSET	Acros AZX-589, sealed bearings, ZS56/28.6 – ZS66/38	Acros AZX-589, sealed bearings, ZS56/28.6 – ZS66/39	Acros AZX-589, sealed bearings, ZS56/28.6 – ZS66/40	Acros AZX-589, sealed bearings, ZS56/28.6 – ZS66/41
GRIPS	Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature	Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature	Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature	Nukeproof Sam Hill Signature
BATTERY CHARGER	Shimano E6002	Shimano E6002	Shimano E6002	Shimano E6002
WEIGHT: (SIZE MEDIUM)	24.1Kgs Medium (Tubeless)	24.6Kgs Medium (Tubeless)	24.25Kgs Medium (Tubeless)	24.69Kgs Medium (Tubeless)

 

Geometry

 

	SMALL	MEDIUM	LARGE	X-LARGE	XX-LARGE
(A) REACH	435	455	475	495	515
(B) STACK	640.74	640.74	645.24	654.23	663.21
(C) EFFECTIVE TOP TUBE LENGTH	577.05	597.05	612.15	634.06	663.21
(D) SEATTUBE LENGTH	380	410	440	470	500
(E) EFFECTIVE SEATTUBE ANGLE	77.5	77.5	78	78	78
(F) SEATTUBE ANGLE (ACTUAL)	71	71	72	72	72
(G) SADDLE HEIGHT AT SADDLE OFFSET	650	700	750	800	850
(H) SADDLE OFFSET AT SADDLE HEIGHT	139.98	156.36	163.32	178.84	194.35
(I) HEADTUBE LENGTH	115	115	120	130	140
(J) HEADTUBE ANGLE	64	64	64	64	64
(K) CHAINSTAY LENGTH	442	442	442	442	442
(L) FRONT CENTRE	779.61	799.61	821.8	846.18	870.57
(M) WHEELBASE	1221.5	1241.5	1263.69	1288.07	1312.46
(N) BOTTOM BRACKET DROP (FRONT / REAR)	30/10	30/10	30/10	30/10	30/10
(O) BOTTOM BRACKET HEIGHT	345	345	345	345	345
(P) STAND OVER HEIGHT	734.8	731.06	730.01	732.88	732.69
(Q) FORK TRAVEL	170	170	170	170	170
(R) TRAIL	136.17	136.17	136.17	136.17	136.17
(S) FORK OFFSET	44	44	44	44	44
(T) AXLE TO CROWN	582	582	582	582	582
(U) MAXIMUM SEATPOST INSERT	216	248	275	305	340

 

*All dimensions in mm unless otherwise stated & measurements are taken with a 170mm fork

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