The bike uses the Shimano STEPS E8000 pedal-assist motor, to take on rugged terrain, with three levels of pedal assist.
Ghost offers the Hybride SL AMR in sizes S-XL, for riders 5’1” to 6’8”.
The Ghost Hybride SL AMR’s battery can be removed for charging.
The RockShox Super Deluxe R rear coil makes for a plush ride.
The modern geometry on the Ghost Hybride SL AMR makes for comfortable climbs, confident descents and smooth cornering.
Experts note that Ghost’s use of Ergon and WTB Koda saddles offer comfort on rough trails.
This bike’s 29” front wheel and 27.5” rear wheel setup provides stability, traction and greater rollover capability.
Maxxis Minion DHF and DHR or Rekon tires provide all Ghost Hybride SL AMR bikes with traction on loose trails.
It is easy to smoothly toggle between the three modes of pedal assist (eco, trail and boost).
The display exhibits the current trip, lifetime mileage, ride time, battery life and time of day.
This bike can reach 20 mph on flats and gradual climbs, with minimal effort.
Experts say the Ghost Hybride SL AMR can cover 25-62 miles, depending on the modes utilized.
The Ghost Hybride SL AMR’s motor supplies consistent power.
The semi-integrated battery design makes the bike lighter and provides a lower center of gravity than fully integrated electric mountain bikes.
Shimano offers a 2-year warranty on STEPS systems.
Experts agree that this is an affordable option for the componentry included with this bike.

6 reasons not to buy

The bike does not automatically drop to eco mode when the battery is low.
A high cadence is needed to get adequate power on climbs.
Some experts found the Satori Sorata dropper posts lacked reliability.
Power loss, torque sensor failure and error codes can occur in the pedal assist system.
The short cranks are not ideal for relaxed riding.
The bike does not have a walk assist mode.

Bottom line

The Ghost Hybride SL AMR is an electric mountain bike for those seeking trail adventures. It has three modes of pedal-assist to tackle any terrain. The Shimano STEPS E8000 motor provides overall consistent power and comes with a 2-year warranty. The progressive geometry, wheel and shock set up, making all models of this bike comfortable. The bike does not have walk assist and as it is an e-bike technical issues can occur. The Ghost SL ARM is an affordable mountain e-bike option.

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The Ghost Hybride SL AMR s1.7+ looks interesting on paper but doesn’t come together well on the trail.

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Overall, the Ghost Hybride SL AMR S1.7+ is a well ‘specced eMTB at a competitive price. It’s a very capable downhiller, and thanks to a steep seat tube angle, it’s an efficient climber despite being relatively slack up front. It performs well on a variety of terrain and surfaces, and would be a great option for new riders or anyone looking for stable handling on rowdy descents.

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The Ghost Hybrid SL AMR XS 7.7+ LC is an absolutely uncompromising machine. Similar to a Porsche GT3, it is designed for maximum performance, but it needs an experienced rider to unleash its full potential.

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