First Look: The All New Intense Tazer
Intense Cycles has been in the business of making bikes go fast for 33 years, but their latest announcement is a bike they are confidently labeling the "best-riding Intense ever made". The California-based brand just announced the all-new Tazer with a total ground-up redesign centered around a brand-new suspension platform and Bosch’s heavy-hitting 5th Gen CX motor.
Intense waves goodbye to the chunky downtube and the significant weight of the previous Tazer. This new machine now has a Dual-Co-Rotating suspension design and the latest high-power Bosch drivesystem, and now looks much more on-trend with the other bikes in the Intense lineup.
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Intense Tazer Detials
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Colors: Satin Blue & UD Black
Sizes: S, M, L & XL
Wheel size: MX or 29” Wheels
Travel: 160mm Front/ 150mm Rear Travel
Battery: 600Wh, or 800Wh Battery Options
Motor: Bosch CX Gen 5
Headtubeangle: 64.5
Seattubeangle: 72.8
Chainstays: 445mm (MX) 450mm (29)
At the center of the new Tazer is the Bosch Performance Line CX fifth-generation motor. While many brands are chasing "lightweight" mid-power systems, Intense is leaning into raw capability with a massive 120Nm of torque and 750W of peak power. This is a Class 1 e-MTB, meaning you’ll get pedal-assist up to 20 mph (32 kph).
To keep those laps going, Intense is offering two battery options: a 600Wh or 800Wh PowerTube, along with compatibility for the Bosch PowerMore 250 range extender on sizes medium through extra-large.
New Suspension Platform
The new Tazer is now running the Dual Co-Rotating (DCR) Link suspension platform. Intense founder Jeff Steber notes that the team tested multiple platforms side by side to strike a balance between "DH sensitivity and trail bike efficiency".
The result is a 160mm front and 150mm rear travel chassis that prioritizes traction and composure. Key highlights of the new suspension include:
- Rearward Axle Path: The axle moves nearly 60% further back upon impact compared to the original Tazer. This allows the rear wheel to track over square-edged hits rather than deflecting off them.
- Supple yet Progressive: The leverage ratio has been refined to stay active over small chatter while building support progressively to resist harsh bottom-outs.
- Full Carbon Construction: The frame features a full carbon fiber front and rear triangle.
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Geometry
Intense hasn't played it safe with the geometry, either. The Tazer is designed to be a "composed" yet "active" partner on technical terrain. Whether you prefer the 29-inch wheel setup or a "Mullet" (MX) configuration, the numbers stay consistent.
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- Head Tube Angle: A slack 64.5° across all sizes for stability at speed.
- Effective Seat Angle: A steep 77.9° to keep your weight centered during those high-torque climbs.
- Reach: Ranging from 430mm on the Small to a roomy 505mm on the XL.
Builds, Pricing, and Weight
Despite the "full power" motor and large batteries, the Tazer remains impressively competitive on the scale. A medium frame with the Bosch motor and 800Wh battery weighs in at 24lbs 2oz (10.94kg). A complete Pro build in size medium tips the scales at 50lbs 6oz (22.85kg).
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Build Level | Price | Key Specs |
Pro Build | $8,999 | RockShox Zeb Ultimate, Super Deluxe Ultimate, GX Eagle Transmission, DT Swiss EX 1700 wheels |
Foundation Build | $6,999 | Fox 38 Float Performance, Float X Performance, SRAM Eagle Transmission, DT Swiss E 1900 wheels |
Frameset | $5,999 | Includes the full carbon frame and motor system |
For the riders who want a truly bespoke machine, the INTENSE 3D Configurator allows you to customize components and finishes to your heart's content.