An e-bike that can go both into the mountains and to the bakery. That can handle a 172 km trip, but is also friendly enough for the city. The Amflow TL Carbon claims to be all of that — and after studying the specs, I'm inclined to believe it.
Amflow, known for its eMTBs, enters new territory with the TL Carbon: the all-terrain touring e-bike. Avinox calls it an "SUV on two wheels," and that's not a bad comparison. It's a bike that can carry everything, ride anywhere, and still remain surprisingly light.
Carbon Fiber Frame: 2.9 kg
The heart of the TL Carbon is a full carbon fiber frame weighing just 2.9 kg. That's remarkable for an e-bike designed to carry heavy loads. The total bike weighs 22.6 kg — light for an e-bike with an 800 Wh battery and full suspension.
The frame supports a total weight of 200 kg: rider, cargo on front and rear racks, and the bike itself. The rear rack is rated for 27 kg, the front rack for 20 kg. That's serious carrying capacity for a bicycle.
Avinox M2 motor: 125 Nm and 1,100 W
The motor is the Avinox M2, a mid-drive motor delivering 125 Nm of torque and 1,100 W of peak power. The rated power is 250 W (legal requirement), but the peak performance is impressive. The motor weighs just 2.65 kg and uses a helical gear design that keeps noise at 45 dBA — quieter than a normal conversation.
"The TL Carbon is the first all-terrain touring e-bike powered by the Avinox system." — Amflow
Battery: 800 Wh, expandable to 1,280 Wh
The standard battery is an Avinox RS800 of 800 Wh, good for a range of up to 172 km in Eco mode. That's measured on flat road with an 80 kg rider at 21 km/h. In practice, range will vary, but 100 km is realistic for most rides. In mountainous Spain, weighing 90 kg and riding in “Auto” assist mode, with occasional “Trail” and “Turbo” assist, I currently get around 70 km at most.
An optional 480 Wh secondary battery expands capacity to 1,280 Wh — good for up to 100 km of additional range. The battery is removable with one hand thanks to a quick-release system, which is handy for charging off the bike or for travel. If you need even more battery, buy an extra 800 Wh battery (Avinox RS800). There is also a 600 Wh battery (Avinox RS600), but it is not yet available separately. You can of course also take your standard charger (Avinox 4A Charger, 168 W) on your ride to charge along the way. If you want the fastest charger (Avinox 12A Fast Charger, 508 W), you have to buy it separately.
FOX suspension: 120 mm front, 105 mm rear
The suspension is co-developed with FOX and consists of a FOX AWL fork with 120 mm travel and a FLOAT shock with 105 mm rear travel. FOX states the suspension is optimized for the TL's weight distribution and load-carrying capacity, with a balance of comfort, traction and control.
What makes the TL special: you can remove the racks and mudguards entirely. In that configuration, the bike meets CAT-III mountain bike certification. So yes, this is a real mountain bike that can also be a touring bike.
Wheel configurations: four options
The TL Carbon supports four wheel setups: full 27.5 inch (standard), mullet (27.5 rear, 29 front), reverse mullet (29 rear, 27.5 front), and full 29 inch. The head tube angle is adjustable from 67° to 66° for more descending confidence. This is no ordinary e-bike — it's a tunable platform.
Smart features and electronic shifting
The TL Carbon features Avinox SmoothShift, an electronic shifting system developed with TRP. The system reads shift signals and moves through the cassette without requiring you to stop pedaling. It also manages torque during shifts for smooth transitions.
There's also Apple Find My integration for theft protection, Smart Heart Rate Control (via the Avinox Ride app and an external heart rate monitor), and a MIK HD-compatible rear rack for panniers and trailer. The bike comes standard with mudguards, racks, lights, pedals and kickstand.
Price and Conclusion
The Amflow TL Carbon with 800 Wh battery costs €3,499. That's a competitive price for a carbon all-terrain e-bike with FOX suspension, 125 Nm motor and an impressive list of standard accessories. You get a lot of bike for the money.
Is it the perfect e-bike? Nothing is perfect. But the TL Carbon comes close to the ideal of a bike that can truly do it all: commuting, touring, mountain biking and grocery runs — all with the same bike. That's rare. Good to know.
Specs at a Glance
- Frame: Full carbon fiber, 2.9 kg
- Total weight: 22.6 kg
- Motor: Avinox M2, 125 Nm, 1,100 W peak
- Battery: 800 Wh (expandable to 1,280 Wh)
- Range: Up to 172 km (Eco mode)
- Suspension: FOX AWL fork 120 mm + FLOAT shock 105 mm
- Shifting: Avinox SmoothShift (electronic, with TRP)
- Max. weight: 200 kg total
- Wheels: 27.5 inch (standard), 29 inch compatible
- Price: €3,499 directly from Amflow and at most local bike shops
More information and ordering via the official Amflow website. The bike is available in 2 sizes: S&M and L&XL. View the product here.
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