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The Ultimate Trailblazer Pro We've Ever Built

HPC Trailblazer Pro custom build, full side profile with Öhlins suspension and Flux 66 carbon wheels
HPC Trailblazer Pro custom build, full side profile on a display stand with Öhlins suspension and Flux 66 carbon wheels

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The Ultimate Trailblazer Pro We've Ever Built

2000W Power 185 Nm Torque Rohloff E-14 Belt Drive 1,050Wh Battery Öhlins Suspension
HPC Custom Build Full Carbon Enduro Handbuilt in the USA

The short version: This is a HPC Trailblazer Pro with every performance box checked — the V2 2000W motor system making 185 Nm of torque, a Rohloff E-14 electronic-shift hub with a Gates carbon belt drive, a 1,050Wh battery, and a full Öhlins suspension package. The Pro is already our flagship enduro; this one is the most complete, highest-performing Trailblazer Pro we've ever assembled. Here's each upgrade over stock and why it matters.

The Trailblazer Pro is the top of the Trailblazer line — a handbuilt, full-carbon enduro platform engineered for serious terrain. Start there and spec every single upgrade to its maximum, and you get the bike on this stand: a no-compromise machine that climbs with motorcycle torque, soaks up anything the trail throws at it, and shrugs off maintenance. We think it might be the ultimate Trailblazer Pro to ever leave the shop.

Five upgrades separate this build from a stock Pro. Here's what each one does to the way the bike rides.

2000W
Motor System
185Nm
Peak Torque
1,050Wh
Battery
Öhlins
Fork & Shock

Spec highlights of this featured build. A stock Trailblazer Pro starts at a 750W Class 1 motor, a 10Ah battery, standard drivetrain, and DVO suspension — full comparison below.

Upgrade 01

V2 2000W Motor System

Why it matters

A stock Pro starts with a 750W, Class 1 motor. This build runs HPC's V2 2000W motor system — the top power tier for the platform. The win isn't just a bigger top number; it's headroom. With 2000W on tap, the motor rarely works near its ceiling, so it runs cooler, holds power on long sustained climbs, and never sags when you ask for a surge.

On a full-suspension enduro bike that means explosive acceleration out of corners, confident speed on fire-road transfers, and the ability to power up technical pitches that would stall a lesser system. In its uncorked configuration the V2 system reaches the 38–40 MPH range.

HPC Trailblazer Pro mid-drive motor driving a Gates Carbon Drive CDX belt
The 2000W mid-drive puts power down through a Gates Carbon Drive belt
Upgrade 02
Trailblazer Pro handlebar control module for the 2000W power system
Thumb control for the 2000W power system and assist levels

2000W Power System, 185 Nm of Torque

Why it matters

Watts make the headlines, but torque is what you feel. At 185 Nm, this build delivers motorcycle-class twist at the crank — the kind of force that walks the bike up a steep, loose climb from a standstill without drama.

High torque at low RPM is exactly what an enduro bike wants. You can sit and spin up technical climbs in full control instead of standing and fighting for traction, and the bike feels effortless under load — fully kitted, on a long day, or on a steep switchback. Tuned assist levels meter that grunt out smoothly and predictably, so all that power is usable, not just impressive on paper.

Upgrade 03

Rohloff E-14 Electronic Shifting Hub

Why it matters

This is the centerpiece of the drivetrain. The Rohloff E-14 swaps a fragile external derailleur and cassette for 14 sealed gears inside the rear hub — German-engineered, effectively bomb-proof, and tucked safely out of the path of rocks, mud, and derailleur strikes.

The "E" is for electronic shifting: tap a paddle and the hub changes gear cleanly, even at a standstill. Roll up to a wall in the wrong gear and you simply click down to your climbing ratio before you pedal — no coasting, no soft-pedaling. The 526% range gives you a true granny gear and a tall top gear, with the even, repeatable steps only an internally geared hub provides.

On a 2000W build this is the smart choice: an internally geared hub tolerates big torque far better than a thin derailleur chain, meaning less drivetrain wear and dramatically less maintenance for the life of the bike.

Rohloff E-14 electronic shifting paddles on the Trailblazer Pro handlebar
Rohloff E-14 electronic shift paddles — clean shifts, even at a stop
Upgrade 04
Gates carbon belt running along the Trailblazer Pro Hyperlink swingarm into the Rohloff hub
Gates carbon belt along the Hyperlink swingarm into the Rohloff hub

Gates Carbon Belt Drive

Why it matters

Driving that Rohloff hub is a Gates Carbon Drive CDX belt instead of a chain — the ideal partner for an internally geared hub. A carbon belt doesn't stretch, doesn't need lube, and won't rust. No oily chain to blacken your leg or sling grime across the frame, and nothing to snap under 185 Nm of load.

Belts run whisper-quiet and routinely outlast a chain several times over — often 2–3× the mileage — which is exactly what a high-power bike needs. Day to day it means you can rinse the bike after a muddy ride and roll out: the drivetrain is essentially maintenance-free. Clean, silent, durable — the detail that makes this Pro feel like a finished machine every ride.

Upgrade 05

1,050Wh High-Capacity Battery

Why it matters

Big power needs a big tank. Where a stock Pro starts with a 10Ah pack good for around 25 miles, this build runs a 1,050Wh battery — the largest option for the platform — for up to roughly 52 miles of range.

On a 2000W bike, capacity is about more than distance. A larger pack sags less under heavy current, so the motor holds full output deeper into the ride and on sustained climbs. It also lets you run higher assist levels, link up a bigger loop, or ride two days between charges. More range is simply more confidence — you point the bike at the mountain instead of watching the battery meter.

Trailblazer Pro three-quarter view showing the integrated in-frame battery in the carbon downtube
The high-capacity pack integrates cleanly into the carbon downtube
Upgrade 06
Öhlins TTX air rear shock mounted in the Trailblazer Pro carbon frame
Öhlins TTX air rear shock — race-bred damping control

Öhlins Suspension Upgrade

Why it matters

The stock Pro already rides on quality DVO suspension. This build steps up to a full Öhlins package — the RXF38 m.3 fork and TTX air shock — the same Swedish damping technology that wins world-level moto and MTB races.

Why it's worth it: Öhlins' TTX (twin-tube) damping delivers more consistent control, especially deep into a long, rough descent when a lesser damper overheats and fades. The result is a bike that stays composed and planted when you're tired and the trail is at its roughest — more grip, more small-bump sensitivity, and more big-hit support, with the fine tunability to dial it exactly to your weight and terrain. On a bike making this much power, suspension this good is what lets you actually use all of it with confidence.

Stock Trailblazer Pro vs. This Build

Component Stock Trailblazer Pro This Featured Build
Motor 750W, Class 1, 20 MPH V2 2000W system, 38–40 MPH
Torque Standard tune 185 Nm peak
Drivetrain Standard geared Rohloff E-14 electronic IGH
Power transfer Chain Gates carbon belt drive
Battery 10Ah / ~25 mi range 1,050Wh / up to ~52 mi
Suspension DVO Onyx 38SL + Topaz Prime Öhlins RXF38 m.3 + TTX air

Stock configuration reflects the base Trailblazer Pro starting spec. Every line item on this build is a factory-available upgrade — you can spec your own to match.

Built Right, Down to the Details

One Up carbon cockpit, Flux 66 carbon wheels, and blacked-out finishing kit round out the build.

Build Yours

Want a Trailblazer Pro Like This One?

Every upgrade here is available in the configurator. Start with the Pro and dial in the 2000W motor, 1,050Wh battery, Rohloff E-14 belt drive, and Öhlins suspension to build your own ultimate enduro.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this the "ultimate" Trailblazer Pro?

This build maxes out every performance option on the Trailblazer Pro platform at once: the V2 2000W motor system (185 Nm, 38–40 MPH), a 1,050Wh battery, a Rohloff E-14 electronic hub with Gates carbon belt drive, and a full Öhlins RXF38 m.3 fork and TTX air shock. It's the most complete, highest-performing Trailblazer Pro HPC has assembled.

What's the difference between the DVO and Öhlins suspension?

The stock Pro comes with a DVO Onyx 38SL fork and DVO Topaz Prime shock, which are excellent. The Öhlins upgrade (RXF38 m.3 fork + TTX air shock) adds race-proven twin-tube damping that stays more consistent on long, rough descents and offers finer tuning for your weight and terrain — so you can use the bike's full power with more confidence.

How much range does the 1,050Wh battery give?

Up to roughly 52 miles, depending on assist level, rider weight, terrain, and how much of the 2000W power you use. Higher assist and steep climbs shorten range; lower assist and flatter terrain extend it.

Why a Rohloff E-14 hub with a Gates belt instead of a derailleur?

An internally geared hub seals all 14 gears inside the rear hub, protecting them from impacts and wear, and shifts electronically even at a standstill. Paired with a maintenance-free Gates carbon belt, the drivetrain handles 185 Nm of torque with far less wear and virtually no upkeep — no chain lube, no derailleur adjustments, and much longer service life than a chain and cassette.

Can I customize my own Trailblazer Pro?

Yes. The Trailblazer Pro is built to order. You choose the power level, battery capacity, drivetrain, suspension package, color, and accessories in the configurator, so you can match this exact build or tailor one to your riding.

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Specifications describe this featured custom build and factory-available options for the Trailblazer Pro. Range, speed, and torque figures vary with configuration, terrain, rider weight, and local class regulations. Top-speed configurations may not be legal for use on all public paths — ride responsibly and in accordance with local e-bike laws.

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