If an e-mountain bike features an Avinox electric drive, it’s almost always a full-suspension, no-compromise sports machine. That has been the formula followed almost exclusively by ebike manufacturers to date. Only a handful of hardtails demonstrate that there’s another way. Now Amflow is bringing more variety to the mix. The pioneer amongst brands using Avinox is unveiling its first SUV ebike. And it surprises with urban qualities that you wouldn’t expect from a fully-equipped full-suspension e-MTB.
1. Unfamiliar territory for the pioneer
2. Plenty of luggage? No problem for the new Amflow TL Carbon.
3. SUV ebike designed for long tours
4. Switching to a pure e-MTB may take time
5. Smooth gear changes that are gentle on the components
6. Amflow combines the Avinox M2 with a large battery
7. Amflow TL Carbon is light, but no featherweight
8. Numerous digital features at a remarkable price
1. Unfamiliar territory for the pioneer
So, Amflow again. The brand through which Avinox unveiled its ebike system in 2024 and with which a remarkable conquest of the industry began. Although initially directly linked to Avinox in business terms, Amflow has since carved out its independence, much like a spin-off. Nevertheless, we are almost certainly still talking about the manufacturer that is closest to Avinox.
Whilst Amflow had played it safe with the PL Carbon and later the PX Carbon and PR Carbon – full-suspension e-mountain bikes with medium travel – the manufacturer is now certainly venturing into much more challenging territory. SUV ebikes are not considered an easy category of ebike. The compromise between a mountain bike suitable for both downhill and uphill riding, combined with everyday practicalities such as protection from the elements, luggage capacity and road-readiness, can sometimes tip very quickly in one direction or the other. This carries the risk of disappointing the hopes of some and failing to fully meet the expectations of others.
2. Plenty of luggage? No problem for the new Amflow TL Carbon.
In theory, of course, the new Amflow TL Carbon could face the same fate. However, the brand has sorted out various details really well. This makes failure seem at least less likely. The newcomer immediately earns its first top mark for one of the key requirements of an SUV ebike – carrying luggage. The key here is finding the right answers to questions such as: How much weight can you carry? Can it be distributed evenly across the ebike so that balance is maintained whilst riding? Which system for relevant accessories is the rack system compatible with?
And the TL Carbon has a few of the right answers up its sleeve. The frame accommodates a large rack at both the front and rear. You can load the front rack with up to 20 kilograms. The rear rack can handle as much as 27 kilograms. You can clip bags, baskets and other MIK-compatible accessories onto both. In the case of the rear rack, this can even be a child seat. Yes, the new Amflow is even approved for this. That’s remarkable for a full-suspension e-MTB. We don’t know of any other model currently on the market that allows this.
A mounting point for a bike trailer near the dropout on the non-drive side of the frame rounds off the luggage transport concept. If you use this option, just bear in mind that unbraked rear racks count towards the maximum permitted total weight of an ebike. Whether it’s a child, a dog or luggage – make sure you don’t overload the TL Carbon.
3. SUV ebike designed for long tours
But what about the Amflow’s mountain bike DNA? Compared to the manufacturer’s other e-mountain bikes, there are some expected differences. The TL Carbon’s geometry is less aggressive, with a noticeably flatter seat angle and, at the same time, a steeper head angle. Longer chainstays and a lower bottom bracket height complement this design, resulting in a riding position that promises significantly greater comfort for long days in the saddle, where the route isn’t constantly steeply uphill or downhill. The manufacturer has dispensed with the numerous frame options for adjusting the geometry, which you may already be familiar with from the PR Carbon and PX Carbon.
Once again, carbon is used as the frame material. It accommodates 120 millimetres of travel on the suspension fork and 105 millimetres on the rear shock. For comparison: Amflow’s two ‘pure’ e-mountain bikes offer 160 at the front and 150 at the rear. The TL Carbon comes fitted with 27.5-inch wheels as standard. According to Amflow, you can optionally switch to 29-inch wheels if you wish.
4. Switching to a pure e-MTB may take time
Under the EU standard EN 17406, the frame is categorised as Level 4 within the performance classes. Consequently, it is recommended not to ride faster than 40 kilometres per hour on descents along unpaved tracks. Jumps should not exceed 120 centimetres. Within these limits, the Amflow TL Carbon performs as a fully-fledged full-suspension e-mountain bike. However, to get the very most out of the riding experience, it seems advisable to remove accessories such as the racks, mudguards and side stand. It is clear from Amflow’s marketing communications that the manufacturer has deliberately taken this option into account. How often some of you will actually treat yourselves to this process of removing and refitting these components is another matter entirely.
At the very least, we can confirm that the typical full range of features found on an SUV ebike is certainly present. This explicitly includes a complete lighting system. In fact, Amflow standardly installs Avinox’s own front headlight on its ebikes these days. And there’s a matching tail light too.
5. Smooth gear changes that are gentle on the components
The drivetrain features an electronic derailleur with ten gears. Notably, this time it isn’t from SRAM or Shimano. Amflow has opted for a rear derailleur and cassette from TRP. The other components, such as the chainring and crankset, are manufactured in-house. Combined with the Smoothshift function in the app, you’ll enjoy a top-class shifting experience. The system automatically changes gear depending on the situation when you’re coasting. At the same time, the motor cuts back for a fraction of a second during gear changes to ensure the chain, chainring and sprockets last as long as possible.
6. Amflow combines the Avinox M2 with a large battery
There’s no need to say much about the ebike system on the Amflow TL Carbon, including the Avinox M2. The motor already caused quite a stir when it was unveiled in spring 2026. It is, in effect, merely a slightly toned-down version of the Avinox M2S. Yet the peak power output of 1,100 watts and the maximum torque of 120 Newton-metres in Boost mode alone outshine virtually every other current ebike motor. This almost limitless power is harnessed with the help of traction control. It is designed to prevent the rear wheel from spinning out of control, particularly when setting off on steep gradients or on loose ground. As a further safety measure, it ensures that the motor cuts out its assistance as soon as the ebike’s tilt sensors detect that it is tilted downwards by more than 45 degrees.
The rest of the system comprises familiar components. For operation, Amflow uses the two small Avinox control units mounted on the handlebars. Integrated into the top tube is the DPC100 Control Display with a touchscreen and a USB-C charging port. When it comes to the battery, the manufacturer has prioritised maximum range and opted for the Avinox RS800. This offers a capacity of 800 watt-hours and can be removed from the down tube for charging. For those who are happy with less, the smaller Avinox RS600 is also available as an option. However, you can just as easily go one better and use a second battery in parallel. This gives you an additional 480 watt-hours. We are not yet familiar with this battery from the existing Avinox or Amflow range. It appears to be a new variant.
7. Amflow TL Carbon is light, but no featherweight
The decision for or against a particular battery also directly affects the ebike’s overall weight. In the case of the Amflow TL Carbon, this isn’t quite as low as some might have thought. The manufacturer states the model weighs around 22.6 kilograms. However, this figure refers to the weight excluding the racks. We cannot say whether the mudguards and side stand are also excluded from this. Nor do we know the total weight including all fittings. From what we know, it’s likely to be around 25 kilograms. That seems perfectly acceptable for an SUV ebike. However, it doesn’t exactly break new ground either.
8. Numerous digital features at a remarkable price
Not least thanks to its numerous digital features, though, the Amflow TL Carbon remains a truly successful new model. Whether it’s offline navigation with route imports from Komoot and similar apps, riding in sync with your heart rate, digital anti-theft protection, or customising the five riding modes – it has everything you’d expect from a connected, smart ebike these days. It remains to be seen how many prospective buyers will ultimately use a full-suspension e-mountain bike to take their little ones to nursery on the rear rack. Nor can we predict how the limitation to just two frame sizes and a single frame colour will affect future sales. One thing is certain, however: Not least because of the price of 3,499 euros, Amflow has once again unveiled a model that is sure to set the benchmark for imitators.
Amflow TL Carbon at a glance
- Frame: Carbon
- Frame sizes: S/M, L/XL
- Suspension fork: Fox AWL Sport
- Shock: Fox Float Rhythm
- Motor: Avinox M2
- Battery: Avinox RS800
- Display: Avinox DPC100 Control Display
- Drivetrain: TRP E.A.S.I
- Brakes: Tektro TKD173
- Max. load capacity on rear rack: 27 kg
- Max. load capacity on front rack: 20 kg
- Weight: approx. 22.6 kg without racks, approx. 25 kg with racks
- Maximum permitted total weight: 200 kg
- Colour: Silica Beige
- Price: 3,499 euros
Pictures: Amflow Bicycles Co.