{"product_id":"specter-s-hunter","title":"EUNORAU SPECTER-S 4.0 (Hunter X9) Fat Tire Electric Bike — 1000W Mid-Drive, Hunting \u0026 Trail, Full Suspension, 48V 17.5Ah","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFor Hunters Whose Ground Is Too Rough for a Hardtail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou know the stretch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWashed-out two-track. Exposed roots across the trail. Rock on the logging road, and ruts the side-by-sides carved in last fall. On a hardtail, every one of them comes up through the seat and into your back, and you reach the stand already worn out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEUNORAU SPECTER-S 4.0 (Hunter X9)\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for exactly that ground. It's the most fully equipped bike in the Hunter line: real trail-grade suspension, a 1,000-watt mid-drive with 11 gears, four-piston brakes, and a rack and fenders already bolted on when it arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's what each piece does for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuspension That Takes the Hit So You Don't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp front is an \u003cstrong\u003eEXPLORER fork with 140mm of travel\u003c\/strong\u003e (about five and a half inches) and thick 36mm stanchions, the sliding tubes that keep the fork stiff and steady when you hit something hard. That's nearly double the 75mm on the FAT-HS and DEFENDER-S.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn back, an \u003cstrong\u003eAO-38RC rear shock\u003c\/strong\u003e gives the rear wheel 50mm of movement. Together they keep both tires on the ground over roots and rock, which means more grip on loose climbs, steadier braking on descents, and a lot less fatigue by the time you're climbing into the stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Mid-Drive With 11 Gears to Work With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motor is a \u003cstrong\u003eBafang G510 1,000W mid-drive\u003c\/strong\u003e. Mid-drive means it sits at the pedals and drives the chain, so it uses the bike's gears exactly like your legs do. And this bike has a lot of them: a \u003cstrong\u003eSRAM NX 11-speed\u003c\/strong\u003e with an 11–42 tooth cassette, a very wide range. Downshift before a steep grade and the motor climbs in its sweet spot instead of lugging, the same reason a truck pulls a load uphill in low gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shift sensor briefly eases the motor while you change gears, so all that power isn't grinding the chain. A thumb throttle gets you moving without pedaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBrakes Sized for a Loaded Bike\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost e-bikes use two-piston brake calipers. The SPECTER-S uses \u003cstrong\u003efour-piston hydraulic disc brakes\u003c\/strong\u003e on 180mm rotors. Four pistons squeeze the rotor with more pad area, so you get more stopping power and better control with less hand effort, which matters when the bike, you, and your gear add up to a lot of weight heading downhill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBattery, Tires, and Ready-to-Ride Extras\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe removable \u003cstrong\u003e48V 17.5Ah battery uses LG cells\u003c\/strong\u003e and holds about 840 watt-hours (think of it as the gas tank). EUNORAU rates it at up to 40 miles. An optional 48V 5Ah secondary battery (sold separately) raises that to up to 52 miles, and it has a USB-C port that can top up a phone or headlamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKenda 26\" × 4.0\" fat tires\u003c\/strong\u003e on 36-spoke stainless-steel wheels float over mud, sand, and snow. And unlike most bikes in this class, it arrives with an \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum rear rack and full front and rear fenders\u003c\/strong\u003e installed, plus front and rear lights. No accessory hunt before opening day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ships as a \u003cstrong\u003eClass 2 e-bike, assisted up to 20 MPH\u003c\/strong\u003e, and carries \u003cstrong\u003e300 pounds of total payload\u003c\/strong\u003e, rider and gear combined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Honest Part\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"How heavy is it?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e 83.7 pounds. Plan on a heavy-duty hitch rack rated for fat-tire e-bikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Is it a downhill bike?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Rear travel is 50mm, and the 140mm fork does most of the work. It's built to take the edge off rough ground, not to jump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Is the 52-mile range real?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e It's the rated number with the optional secondary battery, which isn't included. Cold mornings, steep climbs, heavy loads, and high assist all cut range. Plan conservatively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Can I put a whole deer on the rack?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The rack is for gear, and the 300-lb payload includes you. Use a game trailer (confirm its hitch fits first) or quarter the deer and make two trips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Is it silent?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e Quiet, not silent. A mid-drive hums under load. Most riders drop to a low assist level or pedal the final approach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\"Where can I ride it?\"\u003c\/strong\u003e Many public tracts marked non-motorized don't allow e-bikes. Private land and leases are where this bike shines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs This Your Bike?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SPECTER-S 4.0 fits riders about \u003cstrong\u003e5'3\" to 6'3\"\u003c\/strong\u003e in two frame sizes. The 16\" usually suits riders under about 5'9\", or anyone climbing on and off with gear; the 18\" fits riders about 5'10\" and up. It comes in Moon Black and Army Green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick it if your ground is rough and steep, and you want the best suspension, brakes, and gearing in the Hunter line with nothing left to add. If snow, sand, or deep mud is your bigger problem, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/defender-s\"\u003eDEFENDER-S 2.0 (Hunter X6)\u003c\/a\u003e puts a motor in each wheel for traction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Shows Up at Your Door\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA factory-sealed EUNORAU SPECTER-S 4.0, mostly assembled, with the rack, fenders, lights, battery, charger, and kickstand. The free Hunter's Kit shown above ships with it. EUNORAU's warranty covers the motor, battery, and electronics for 24 months and the frame for 10 years, and our Ride Desk handles any claim for you. Shipping is free to the lower 48, delivery takes about 7–10 business days, and you have \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003e14 days to return it\u003c\/a\u003e if it isn't right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick your frame size and color above. The rough ground isn't getting smoother.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSPECTER-S 4.0 Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the secondary battery included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The bike ships with the 48V 17.5Ah main battery. The 48V 5Ah secondary battery is an optional add-on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16\" or 18\" frame?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 16\" usually fits riders under about 5'9\", or anyone mounting with heavy gear on. The 18\" fits riders about 5'10\" and up. Between sizes? Send the Ride Desk your height and inseam and we'll help you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from the SPECTER-ST?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SPECTER-S 4.0 is the hunting version: 4-inch fat tires, a rack and fenders installed, and Hunter colors. The SPECTER-ST is a step-thru trail bike with 27.5\" × 3.0\" tires and no rack or fenders included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I keep the battery going on cold mornings?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore and charge the battery indoors, install it right before you ride, and start with a full charge. Cold batteries deliver less range, so plan shorter distances on freezing days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"EUNORAU","offers":[{"title":"Moon Black \/ 16''","offer_id":50520784830526,"sku":"EBSPTS416BKWD","price":3229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Army Green \/ 16''","offer_id":50520784863294,"sku":"EBSPTS416GRWD","price":3229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Moon Black \/ 18''","offer_id":50520784896062,"sku":"EBSPTS418BKWD","price":3229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Army Green \/ 18''","offer_id":50520784928830,"sku":"EBSPTS418GRWD","price":3229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/3830\/6878\/files\/SPECTER-S4_7.jpg?v=1790185228","url":"https:\/\/vortexcycles.bike\/products\/specter-s-hunter","provider":"VortexCycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}