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First Look: Pivot Shuttle LT

Oct 22, 2024
by Matt Beer  
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Hot on the heels of their wild new Phoenix downhill bike, Pivot is launching a revamped Shuttle LT, their 160mm-travel eMTB.

The changes to Pivot’s longest travel eMTB are less dramatic than that of the Phoenix - they’re more tweaks than a transformation. The Shuttle LT is now compatible with either a 27.5 or 29” rear wheel and a Bosch CX Race motor replaces a Shimano EP801.

The Shuttle LT runs on a carbon frame and the Team build weighs 22.3 kg (49.25 lb), including the 750 Wh battery. To help achieve that weight, Pivot chose the standard 170mm-travel Fox 38 chassis over the burlier E-bike-rated version. Another oddity is the 203mm post mount brake tabs. Those limit the minimum rotor size to 203mm, but Pivot states that 220mm rotors aren’t compatible either.

Pivot Shuttle LT Details

• Wheel size: MX or dual 29"
• Travel: 160 mm, 170 mm fork
• Carbon frame
• 64° head angle
• Chainstay length: 439 mm
• Bosch Performance CX Race 85 Nm motor
• 750 Wh battery (250 Wh range extender avail.)
• Sizes: S, M, L, XL
• Claimed weight: 22.3 kg / 49.25 lb (Team build)
• Price: $8,699 - $12,999 USD
• More info: pivotcycles.com
Three models round out the Shuttle LT lineup, starting at $8,699 USD and tallying up to a bold $12,999 USD. Upgrading to a Fox Live Valve coil shock and tacking on a range extender battery could push that total to $15,049 USD.

Pivot Shuttle LT

Frame Details

Like all other Pivot full-suspension bikes, the Shuttle LT is only available in carbon and uses a linkage system designed by Dave Weagle. A 205x65mm shock produces 160mm of travel from the DW4 link.

All models come complete with an air shock, but it’s possible to upgrade the Pro and Team bikes to the electronically controlled Fox Neo Live Valve coil shock.

At the seatstay-rocker link pivot, an eccentric mounting bolt provides a high or low geometry adjustment. Although all builds use a 27.5" rear wheel, this corrects the geometry if you wish to install a 29" rear wheel.

Pivot states the 29" wheel is best suited to the low position but can be placed in the high mode for increased ground clearance. The low mode, however, is not recommended for use with the smaller rear wheel.

In terms of detailed frame specifications, the Shuttle LT uses 157mm Super Boost rear wheel spacing, a universal derailleur hanger, and ZS44/ZS56 head tube. The maximum fork travel is 180mm but the frame is not dual-crown compatible. Rubber guards protect the lower downtube and inside of the rear triangle from chainslap.

Pivot Shuttle LT
Pivot Shuttle LT

Pivot Shuttle LT

Motor and Battery Details

When it comes to motor performance, the Bosch CX Race is a highly rated piece of equipment, known for its low noise levels and quick response. The unit puts out 85 Nm of torque and 600 W at peak power. It weighs 2.75 kg (6.1 lb), links to the eBike Flow app, and is backed by a two-year warranty.

The 750 Wh internal battery means you’ll have to remove the motor to travel by air or charge it separately from where the bike is being stored. It’s possible to boost the battery potential to a total of 1000 Wh with Bosch’s bolt-on 250 Wh PowerMore unit for longer rides. The main battery weighs 4.3 kg (9.5 lb) while the range extender is 1.13 kg (3.5 lb).


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Geometry

The Shuttle LT comes in four sizes to fit riders from 160-185cm+ (5’3”-6’1”). All sizes use the same rear triangle with short 439mm chainstays. Although it’s impressive that Pivot managed to fit a 29” wheel into that rear triangle and clear the motor, the balance may feel slightly short out back for the two larger frames.

Being an e-enduro bike, the Shuttle LT has angles to match. The 64-degree head tube angle aligns with a non-motorized enduro bike. Increasing the seat tube angle from 76.5 degrees on the size medium frame up to 77 and 77.5 for the large and XL is a wise move to account for higher saddle heights. Aside from the wheel size geometry correcting chip, there are no other adjustments found on the Shuttle LT frame.


Models & Pricing

Pivot Shuttle LT

Pivot Shuttle LT Ride SLX/XT: $8,699 USD // Fox 38 Performance Grip fork and Float X Performance shock, Praxis Alloy eCranks, Shimano Deore/SLX/XT shifting, SLX brakes w/Galfer rotors, Pivot alloy handlebar and stem, DT Swiss Hybrid H1900 wheels, Continental Kryptotal Fr & Rr, Soft compound, Enduro casing tires.

Pivot Shuttle LT

Pivot Shuttle LT Pro XO Eagle Transmission: $10,999 USD // Fox 38 Factory Grip X2 fork, Float X Factory shock, Praxis Alloy eCranks, SRAM XO/GX Eagle Transmission shifting, Shimano XT brakes w/Galfer rotors, Pivot carbon handlebar and stem, DT Swiss Hybrid HX1501 wheels, Continental Kryptotal Fr & Rr, Soft compound, Enduro casing tires.


Pivot Shuttle LT

Pivot Shuttle LT Team XX Eagle Transmission: $12,999 USD // Fox 38 Factory Grip X2 fork and Float X2 Factory shock, Praxis Alloy eCranks, SRAM XX Eagle Transmission shifting, Shimano XTR brakes w/Galfer rotors, Pivot carbon handlebar and stem, DT Swiss Hybrid HXC1501 wheels, Continental Kryptotal Fr & Rr, Soft compound, Enduro casing tires.

Pivot Shuttle LT
Upgrades // Bosch PowerMore 250 Wh range extender - $550 USD. Fox Neo Live Valve coil shock - $1,500 USD (Pro and Team models only.)





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118 Comments
  • 6416
 I used to love Pivot, owned the Firebird which was revolutionary because it was one of the first great 29ers, tried the Phoenix in Morzine, and the previous Shuttle LT in Finale, but they haven't tried hard enough with this new bike.
Old gen 4 motor, non-removable battery, not DH certified, can't run 220 rotors, not really long travel compared to super Enduro bikes, chainstays too short. The old LT did not feel special to ride years ago. What is the USP of this updated bike?
  • 2212
 Why change, just to change? the last gen LT is one of the best feeling bike i’ve ever ridden. Now it’s a mullet, 0,4 slacker in low, better motor, bigger battery options with bosch. powermore. The bosch race motor is a different beast to normal gen 4 motor. And it’s cheaper.
  • 117
 @gredzzki: you should try the Canyon Strive:On, Orbea Wild, Mondraker Level...
  • 115
 @rojo-1: I haven’t tried those enough to really compare those bikes. But I find the LT to be so balanced and smashes through everything yet be so playful and light under your feet.
  • 110
 I had the original Shuttle LT. I loved it, but not the motor. I currently have a different ebike with the Race motor. The motor rattle is real, and a massive downside. IMO there’s no way this can be commercially competitive at this price with bikes with the newer motors without a clack and a better power curve.
  • 210
 Old motor and battery for premium pricing is insane.

Is it just the AM frame with a different link and shock stroke?
  • 83
 @gredzzki: Don't get me wrong, the LT was OK back in 2022, but this is a Premium brand and price point, it should be the best.
  • 83
 @Mugen: Bosch have not decided to create a Race version of the new motor so it's understandable they would offer the "previous" generation Race motor which has 400% support rather than the 340% support of the new motor.
  • 54
 @rojo-1: Yeah I see where you are coming from. It came out as the best all around bike in the latest big E-bike shoot-out by The Loam Wolf 4months ago.‍♂️
  • 40
 @gredzzki: Bosch Gen4 Race (I owned one) is for sure better than Shimano. The main advantage versus standard Gen4 is motor overrun for racing application.
It's a big miss not including the Gen5 though as this brings better control options (extra sensors), quieter, lighter battery and next year it is likely that they will add a torque increase through a software update.
Gen4 is a fine motor and anyone would be happy with it, just that you would now want it to be discounted because it is previous gen.
  • 202
 @gredzzki: Gen 5 motor has been tested on climbs and is as fast as the Gen4 race motor, and is expected to become 10-20% more powerful via an update next year.

More importantly, the new gen has 800Wh batteries for ~500g less system weight. So this bike could be lighter, with more range, less noise and more power. That bike might be worth 9k, but definitely not this one. You can basically buy a similarly specced orbea wild 2024 m10 for under 6k right now.
  • 1112
 Plus some of the worst customer support on the market, for any brand, let alone high end.
  • 31
 "Those limit the minimum rotor size to 203mm, but Pivot states that 220mm rotors aren’t compatible either."

ISO mount limits rotor size to 203mm? Why because no one sells an adapter that fits? You can stack an ISO adapter at 203mm with a Post Mount +20mm and it works just fine. The problem with the E-bike maybe the speed sensor mounting?
  • 62
 The old pivot shuttle LT was the best bike I’ve ridden.
  • 50
 @gredzzki: shhhh don’t tell anyone but there’s a new Gen5 Race motor coming next year. New mount pattern and 100+Nm torque. Shhhhh don’t tell anyone.
  • 31
 @heinous: I have to disagree. The motor on my shuttle sl went bad and they went above and beyond to make sure I got a new motor.
  • 30
 Agreed. The choice of Gen 4 motor is... odd. I have a Gen 4 bike, and it's great, I love it. But if I'm considering dropping £12K on a bike, the last thing I want is *just* outdated motor or battery technology. And as the new Gen 5 uses a different bolt pattern, there's no upgrade/sidegrade path.
  • 40
 The Chainstay at 439 is fine up to size M. Way too short for L/XL
Gen 4 motor is a deal breaker at this price when the Gen 5 is out and eliminates a lot of the rattles
  • 395
 LOL - pivot..... seriously just released a new ebike with the OLD motor? atleast its better than shimano but come on
It doesnt matter about performance in this case but in the ebike world.... your new bikes MUST come with the latest stuff.
  • 623
flag DoubleCrownAddict (Oct 22, 2024 at 8:19) (Below Threshold)
 It must come with a Pinion or it's overpriced shit in my opinion.
  • 151
 Take it with a grain of salt, but a shop owner told me these bikes were ready for distribution last year. They chose to sit on them because of the glut of (still) unsold inventory on LBS floors. Orbea is going to eat their lunch in this segment, again.
  • 74
 @gdnorm: I'd like to believe that was true - im not a huge fan of pivot and how they do business but im a big fan of PFR. BK and that team is awesome.
  • 93
 @DoubleCrownAddict: The fact you're not banned is amazing, 'in my opinion'
  • 316
flag DoubleCrownAddict (Oct 22, 2024 at 9:55) (Below Threshold)
 @HeatedRotor: 'The fact that you're not banned into oblivion is amazing in my opinion' was a missed opportunity.
  • 21
 whats wrong with shimano?
  • 50
 @aceface17: my 5 stuffed motors, Constant issues... just low power despite the NM marketing and i had terrible range with mine
Poor support from shimano in my case aswell...
  • 121
 It might just be me but.... ranger extender batteries when you dont have a removable battery are just bad design. I know its done to keep the weight down in the down tube for not having a removable battery and the required hardware and structure needed for that.
We have come a long way from EEB's that had a battery strapped to the down tube to go back to an EEB with a battery strapped to the down tube as well as a battery encased in the down tube.
Encased batteries are not the best for some degree of theft protection, charging the battery indoors, keeping the battery indoors over the winter between rides or for the days where you have a couple of hours to ride and want to climb on full Turbo and max out the down laps (lets call them virtual shuttle days), rinse a battery, swap out for battery 2 and go again.
If you have to have an encased battery in the down tube, how about a smaller down tube with a smaller battery in for those eco rides and allow for the bigger battery to be put externally if thats the way you want to go for those shuttle days. (doesnt solve the theft, charging indoors and those super cold winter months storage issues though.
  • 81
 Agreed. Considering it is called the "Shuttle", I would want removable 800Wh, so I can run turbo, then swap out...
Range extenders are just weird. If you are on an all day epic, just turn the assist down, plus if you are planning to last the duration of 1000Wh without returning to the car, you're going to need the water bottle that your range extender has taken the place of...
  • 30
 I think they make a lot of sense on SL ebikes. I can get almost two hours out of my internal battery, if I want to go longer I throw on the range extender. Without the range extender, my Levo SL comes in under 39lb which makes it feel about as close to a bike as possible- one of the reasons I ended up with the ebike.
  • 32
 Agree, I won’t consider buying a bike with a non easily removable battery (or cables routed through the headset!)
  • 130
 No non-clacking Gen 5 motor, and still with the Superboost rear spacing? Bummer.
  • 131
 Old motor is a pass for me. Outdated on release. If you’re going to charge more than any other brand, you have to keep up.
  • 91
 I absolutely love Pivot but why do they always do something dumb with their builds? For years its been Superboost rear hubs. Last year you only got the small battery on the cheaper built AM and had to spend $10k to get the bigger battery. This year they limit the brakes to 203mm. We wont even talk about their pricing. Good luck pivot.
  • 80
 Isn't the ebike rated fox 38 just a different tune rather than a burlier fork as the article states:-
"Pivot chose the standard 170mm-travel Fox 38 chassis over the burlier E-bike-rated version."
  • 30
 I think the eBike versions have 1.8" tapered steerer. Could be wrong
  • 20
 @IllestT: I think that was just to look better with a fatter headtube, rather then being a burlier option
  • 10
 Noticeably more material on the crown to make it stiffer near the steer tube looking at the 38s on my enduro vs ebike. Not sure about the lowers, I assume it's just the thicker crown. Although I remember something about a re-enforced steer tube not being compatible with the one up tool but I could be wrong about that
  • 42
 @IllestT: yes, because why not create a new standard to solve a problem that has been addressed decades ago by using ... a double crown configuration ! Ah right, because people constantly do x-ups and barspins with their big bulky ebike, sorry, I forgot lol.
  • 41
 I have a 38 out of a SC Heckler and it is 100% the same as the normal one, except for the lighter Grip2 tune. 1.5" tapered, everything.
  • 10
 @Balgaroth: this is surreal because I learned how to x-up on a friends ebike - not disagreeing with you though!
  • 10
 You are correct. I have one and the only mechanical difference is a lighter damper tune. It does have a larger diameter crown but I think this was advertised as purely cosmetic. I think the damper tune is hilarious and says a lot about the actual use case of most E-bikes.
  • 11
 There is e-tuned which is comically underdamped and then e-optimized which is the same but also heavier for some reason. Pivot still uses the e-tune (you can see the sticker on the crown). I made the mistake of buying a fork from a pivot ebike and I have to run it fully closed to get close to my regular grip2 settings of ~25% from open
  • 40
 @tornare: I'm pretty sure the 38 e-optimized has the exact same chassis as the regular 38. They have the same quoted weight on their product pages:

ridefox.com/products/fox-38-factory-grip-x2?variant=46176274383072

ridefox.com/products/fox-38-factory-emtb-grip-x2

IIRC the 36 e-optimized uses the thicker stanchions that the rhythm/marz lineups use.
  • 10
 Correct. It’s only a different tune. The 58ht and 68ht are for aesthetics only because of headtube size. Still 1.5 taper. Stanchions are the same and take the same air shafts.
  • 10
 The Ebike version has a more beefed up CSU… I’ve got a normal pair of 38s and a Ebike pair and the Ebike crown is much chunkier.
  • 30
 @Platt1984: 58ht and 68ht you are talking about. It’s just for looks. Put a 58ht fork on a 68ht it will be fine. Just look like a fat chick sitting on a bar stool.
  • 110
 is this the old motor?
  • 60
 Saddly yes.
  • 162
 What an absolute flop of a bike... huge miss by pivot to use the old motor.
  • 271
 @HeatedRotor: huge flop of Bosch to not use the same mount so brands (and customers) could just update the spec like they would with a new drivetrain
  • 77
 Bosch have not decided to create a Race version of the new motor so it's understandable they would offer the "previous" generation Race motor which has 400% support rather than the 340% support of the new motor.
  • 41
 @monsterdon: The gen 5 motor uses the same mount as the SX, its in a different form factor to the gen 4 because it's smaller, so you probably wouldn't have been able to fit the new smaller motor on the majority of bikes even if the mounting was the same.
  • 70
 @gredzzki: that’s peak. Not the full story. Gen 5 has more power in a lower cadence.
  • 10
 @90sMTBEnjoyer: i read some rumors before gen5 was released saying that bosch would have some adapters so you could fit gen 5 on a bike with gen 4 inserts. Haven seen it mentioned later unfortunately.
  • 10
 @Midnightwheelie: That would be cool if they offered adapters as, while I am all for making things lighter and better, the pace of e-bike evolution, and the lack of interoperability between generations and brands is an area that is really kind of a bummer. Interoperability/compatibility seemed to be better within the Bosch brand than others, so it would be cool to see them lean into that strength further.

On a similar note, I've heard of people reflashing their gen4 CX motors with the CX Race firmware, to get 400% support, as the only difference between the motors (besides the lighter magnesium housing) is the firmware, so, if true, that is another cool example of Bosch not making things needlessly incompatible.
  • 10
 @monsterdon: things, including bikes evolve. one of the complaints with the gen 4 was lack of suspension design available.
  • 10
 @thekaiser: Would love to know more on this.
  • 60
 I've been saving up for an ebike, and it likely will be my next bike purchase, but not until a bike is/has:
Silent motor
Removable/hot swap-able battery
Weighs 45 lbs or less
Has at least 160mm of rear travel
Adjustable reach headset cups
HT angle adjust
Chainstay length adjustments (445/450/455)
Cable actuated mechanical derailleur.

Until then, I'll be over hear collecting interest.
  • 71
 And cables not routed through the headset!!!
  • 31
 You just described the Slash+ 9.7
  • 32
 @moonraker: not with that shit build kit for the money
  • 50
 Damn, the Shimano motor is getting dropped like a hot rock. Sure makes for a pretty homogenous set of offerings for the Bosch stuff this year.
  • 41
 Soooo, I get the some of the gripes concerning a high dollar bike, but why is everyone complaining about only being able to run a 203mm rotor on the rear? If you need a 220mm rotor on the back end you might need to adjust your technique.
  • 42
 Pivot bikes look good but never ridden them I wonder if they worth such a steep price. Usually on the top level one expects small features that makes a difference. Here, on contrary, I see a number of unreasonable limitations. What’s so special about Pivots? Do they have amazing support, stellar warranty, bombproof reliability? Do they ride accordingly?
  • 80
 I ride a Switchblade which is an absolutely amazing bike. Their support has been stellar whenever I have a question. Its well built and designed. 4 years of hard riding on it and it's solid. Regarding their e-bikes, can't comment there but I do think the aesthetic is terrible. My 2 cents.
  • 30
 @sirridealot18: thanks for the answer!
  • 60
 Bought a levo, tried a pivot, night and day difference in ride for me, probably comes down to design, so im not a fanboy of any brand but when i compare the levo to the pivot shuttle am, the enjoyment from the pivot was way higher for me. kinda feel like it just comes down to each individual bike and trying it and seeing what you enjoy irrespective of bike brand. But you do pay a premium for pivot, is that worth it, dunno, but if i could go back in time id pay more for the pivot and buy that over the levo just because i prefer the pivot ride.
  • 30
 Quality is top shelf. Customer support is stellar. Ride is stellar. They don't go wild on specs whether geometry or parts, so its a proven formula. They actually have decent ground clearance, which is crucial if you live in rocky areas. At least through the vid years they were able to supply bikes and parts in reasonable time frames. Similar to Porsche - spendy, but you can what you pay for.
  • 61
 The perfect Shuttle LT bike would be - min. 800wh removable battery - min. 170 rear Travel - Pinion mgu motor
  • 71
 New ebike without the DJI system. I'll wait.
  • 53
 I find it interesting that people are complaining about the bike having an old motor when that old motor is a massive step up from the motor from the previous LT. Yes there is a new one, but how much more would the bike have cost if that one was used and the race motor is a crazy motor. No one really needs that much power. Pivot will release a new bike with the newest motor in time but be glad they gave this super cool upgrade to the LT.
  • 30
 Wasn’t the difference between the 38 and the ebike 38 just the damper tune?
While on the 36 is both a damper tune and burlier chassis?
  • 10
 May have missed other comments on here but a decent high end frame and fork say £4500 motor & battery £2500 = £7000 the top build coming in at with the extras at $15000. That’s a whole bunch of cash! Congratulations if you can afford one of these
  • 10
 Who knows , maybe if everyone wants the newest Bosch motor, maybe pivot discounts these heavily to move them at shops. I’m happy with my cx4. But I have a 625 watt battery. I would love a 750 W battery. If you could get the shuttle lt pro w/ a free power more battery for ~ $8000 next season people who don’t need the latest and greatest (me) would be all over it. This past season Specialized cut their prices like crazy and threw in a free battery. Maybe pivot will follow suit.
  • 31
 Weird how they state 220mm rotors aren’t compatible yet they’re specced on the website with 223mm rotors…..3mm makes the difference I guess??
  • 30
 of course it's referred to the rear, not the front
  • 10
 @nicoenduro: I see. Didn’t state that was for the rear and was written after mentioning the choice in fork so that’s what puzzled me.
  • 84
 Used electric car 13999......
  • 32
 A used car has last years motor too!!
  • 10
 I've become so used to, and comfortable on, a bike with short ETT/steeper STA that I don't think I could go back. 650ETT feels long for a large (it's an XL for some). You could size down, but then the reach is kinda short.
  • 63
 Typical weird Pivot geo.
  • 43
 @BermJunky: Good thing there is more than 50 other brands to choose from if you don't like the geo
  • 21
 @souknaysh: yep. Thanks for the input.
  • 21
 @souknaysh: I see you sold your Pivot. Didn’t like the geo? Sorry j/k!
  • 31
 @BermJunky: I have 2 of them, MX shadowcat and MX Firebird, I quite like them Wink Curious to try something else after 3 seasons on my Firebird. Thanks for the input
  • 10
 @souknaysh: haha cheers!
  • 40
 Crazy prices Big Grin
  • 30
 203 rear rotor only? Make it make sense.
  • 32
 So they've jumped on the Bosch bandwagon, integrated battery, and terrible seatpost insertion, nothing special going on at.Pivot, sadly.
  • 20
 Mullets, so hot right now.
  • 25
 E-bikers drink lithium now?... is the way trans humanism is heading us to?

I really would place the extender im front of the BB outside the frame if there would be this option and then save the inner for drinking water...

Plus weight down there is
more suitable for riding
  • 43
 Expensive, heavy, blue, pick three
  • 20
 Revolutionary
  • 24
 hey look another 50lb full power E bike. Nothing new here. Wake me up when they are 35lbs with full size batteries and full power motors, until then all these bikes are "bold new graphics"
  • 10
 lighter and quieter is the way..lose the huge battery
  • 22
 There is no burlier e bike rated 38. It doesn’t exist.
  • 20
 Yep, there's just one with a softer damping tune. Which this has.
  • 40
 I’ve got a burlier Ebike rated 38 that came on my megawatt. The crown is noticeably chunkier on the Ebike version compared to the normal version on my Mega.
  • 40
 @Platt1984:

"For the OEM market, Fox will offer 2 crown sizes, but the company stresses that there are no performance advantages from one crown to the other, and the choice is purely for aesthetics. A larger crown will be offered for bikes with a larger headtube and chunkier design, such as an eMTB, while a smaller crown is available and looks more at home on a regular enduro bike"
  • 20
 my ebike 38 has a bigger crown than my normal 38.
  • 24
 dear PB editors,
please write "non-removable battery" in the first sentence, or better, in the title..I can stop reading than. Thanks!
  • 22
 People don’t like to hear about Americas obesity epidemic
  • 31
 Like that epidemic didn’t exist long before 1 Ebike was ever seen in the US, but okay. Guns kill people too, right?
  • 21
 @chicane32: but mosquitoes kill more
  • 22
 no interchangeable battery.... and they call it 'shuttle' .... lol.....
  • 12
 Would you like it in blue or more blue?
  • 23
 Yeti wants their paint job back
  • 68
 looks like the perfect LT
  • 46
 It looks pregnant
  • 14
 all them links for a e bike. seems un necessary.
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