Forbidden Druid Core 2
Who says an established canine can’t learn new tricks?
Forbidden took the modern wolf in sheep’s clothing and gave it a brand-new bag of high-power, high-tech tricks.
Introducing Druid E. The proportionally sized, full-power e-MTB lineup we’ve all been waiting for. Available in two styles: Druid LitE and Druid CorE. Both equipped with the revolutionary Avinox drive system. A 2.52 kg (5.5 lbs) package that delivers 100 Nm of max continuous torque (120 Nm on boost), 850 W peak power (1,000 W on boost), the ability to run 600 Wh or 800 Wh batteries, and the fastest charging available on the market.
Finally, a proportionally sized e-MTB that effortlessly shuttles you to the top of any climb and delivers the class-defying descending prowess you know and love from Forbidden’s high-pivot Trifecta suspension platform. A bike you’ll actually love riding down as much as you do on the way up.
Trifecta V3 Platform
The latest iteration of our Trifecta platform elevates the spellbinding ride characteristics you expect from a Forbidden to a new level. We’ve fine-tuned the rearward axle path, idler position, and kinematics (the holy trinity of ride characteristics) to deliver the best e-MTB we’ve ever ridden. The new platform also gives us more seat post insertion and allows us to neatly package the motor and battery.
Avinox Drive System
A 2.52 kg (5.5 lbs) package that delivers 105 Nm of max continuous torque (120 Nm on boost), 800 W peak power (1,000 W on boost), and the ability to run 600 Wh (2.87 kg / 6.33 lbs) or 800 Wh (3.74 kg / 8.25 lbs) batteries. The batteries are lightweight and compact, which helps to keep overall bike weight low. They boast ultra-high energy density and large capacity, facilitating extended range and optimal power delivery.
Touch Screen and Controls
Druid E features a 2-inch OLED full-colour Control Display as the interactive hub, enabling connectivity between the Avinox Drive Unit and your mobile device via the Avinox app. Tuneable assist modes, wireless handlebar controls, and an intuitive app set the Avinox system apart from the rest.
AXS Extension Cord Compatible
Druid E builds that are specced with AXS transmission come equipped with SRAM’s AXS Extension Cord. The SRAM AXS Extension Cord connects the AXS transmission to the bike’s battery, allowing you to power the drivetrain directly without the use of an AXS battery.
Carbon Rocker Link
The Trifecta V3 platform features a carbon rocker link. The carbon rocker link is light, stiff, reduces unsprung mass, isolates the shock from lateral forces, and gives the bike the right amount of progressivity. 8 x 30 mm bearing hardware, top and bottom, comes as standard on all shocks.
Idler Pulley
Druid E sports our e-bike-specific 18-tooth steel idler equipped with two Enduro solid lube bearings. These changes, along with a refined tooth profile, increase the idler’s longevity while ensuring compatibility with the latest drivetrains.
Custom Frame Protection
We developed a full complement of custom frame protection for Druid E. Chainstay, seatstay, downtube, and motor cover protection have all been developed and designed in-house specifically for this bike.
Waterbottle Fitment
Even our smallest Druid E frame size can fit a full-size 26oz water bottle, regardless of your rear shock reservoir. Remember, hydration is your friend, but sweaty backs most definitely are not.
Tier 2 Build Spec...
Frame - Druid E Full Carbon - 150mm Travel
Fork - Rockshox Zeb Select+ 160mm Travel
Shock - RockShox Vivid Select+
Headset - FSA Orbit ZS
Grips - Forbidden
Handlebar - One Up Alloy 800mm Black 35mm Clamp
Stem - OneUp 40mm
Seatpost - OneUp 31.6mm dropper S1:150mm / S2:180mm / S3:210mm / S4:240mm
Seatpost Remote - OneUp MMX UFT Level
Saddle - Fizik Terra Aidon X5 145mm
Brakes - SRAM Maven Silver 4-Piston
Rotors - SRAM Centreline 200mm - F, 180mm - R
Drivetrain - SRAM GX AXS T-Type
Crankset - Praxis EC-Type 2 Alloy 150mm
Wheels - Crankbrothers Synthesis E-bike - Alloy
Front Tyre - Maxxis High Roller - 3C MaxxGrip - EXO+
Rear Tyre - Maxxis Minion DHR2 - 3C MaxxTerra - DD
Motor - Avinox M1 105 N-m
Touchscreen - Avinox 2-inch OLED Control Display
Battery - Avinox Integrated 800Wh
Charger - Avinox 168W
Product information
Please check out the questions and answers below. You can also reach out to our customer service team here. We also offer chat below, or you can email us directly at: shop@veloworkshop.co.nz
HOW DO I MAKE AN ORDER?
- Just click on the product or collection of your choice, click the 'ADD TO CART' button to add it to your cart and this will show up in the right hand corner of the website.
- Agree to the Terms of Service.
- You can leave special instructions or change the quantity you need.
- Next click 'CHECKOUT' to be taken to the personal information and payment page.
- Enter your email & delivery address.
- Choose a Shipping option and enter any discount codes or gift cards you may have.
- Finally Choose a Payment Option from Credit Card, Paypal, Zip or Afterpay and then push "Complete Order." You will be notified via email with an attached pdf receipt.
WHICH PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU ACCEPT?
We offer a range of payment options. Please note that your billing address must match the address on your credit card statement.
Choose your Payment Option from: Credit Card: Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Google Pay, Apple pay, iDEAL, Bancontact, Paypal, Afterpay, Zip & Shop Pay.
HOW DO I PAY FOR MY ORDER? IS IT SAFE TO USE MY CREDIT CARD?
When you checkout you are directed to Shopify secure payment gateway where you can enter your visa, mastercard, or american express credit card details safely. You can also select if you would like to pay by Google Pay, Apple Pay, Shop Pay. With Paypal, Zip, or Afterpay you will be directed to their secure sites.
HOW LONG DOES AN ORDER TAKE TO ARRIVE?
We have a large range of products on our online store and not all these items are held in stock. Some items will be drop shipped from the New Zealand importer. If the importer is out of stock of your ordered item, we will notify you. If any items in your order are out of stock you will have the option to backorder until the item arrives, have part delivery of your order or cancel the entire order. Note: you will only be charged for items sent to you.
Items are generally shipped within 3 days of placing your order. We deliver to all addresses within New Zealand and delivery usually takes around 1 week. Delivery costs are calculated when you confirm your order. We offer freight free ordering on all packages over $99+. If your order is under $99 we charge a flat rate of $9 for North Island. $12 for South Island, Waiheke Island and Rural delivery and $25 for Bike Frames/ Bikes or extra large/ heavy orders. We review these charges from time to time and the checkout system will reflect the current freight charge.
If you wish to pick up from our store, please select this option at checkout and you will not be charged a delivery fee. Our store is located at: 7c Empire Street, Frankton, Hamilton.
Velo Workshop
Monday-Thursday: 9am - 5pm
Friday: 9am - 5.30pm
Saturday: 10.30am - 2pm
Sunday: Closed for Riding
HOW CAN I TRACK MY ORDER?
Once you place your order online, you will be able to see the details of the purchase, follow its preparation, and see shipping updates in the My Account area.
DO YOU SHIP OVERSEAS?
We currently only ship internationally to Australia.
Australia - Bike Frame (Big Box) - $130.00 NZD
Australia DLE Untracked (Letter Size Tiny Items) - $32.00 NZD
Australia Larger Parcels (Untracked) - $70.00 NZD
Australia Tracked (Small Parcel) - $60.00 NZD
Australia Untracked (Small Parcel) - $45.00 NZD
WHAT IF MY ORDER IS WRONG, LOST OR DAMAGED?
We will always do our best to make sure our customers are happy. Please see check out our Legal Policies here.
Use our Contact Us page, or contact us directly at shop@veloworkshop.co.nz
We treat every enquiry different, depending on the situation, but will help rectify it.
HOW MUCH DOES SHIPPING COST?
Shipping options are shown at checkout and will vary depending on the delivery address and the size of your physical items. All orders come with tracking which will automatically be emailed to you once the package is ready to ship. Please check your spam folders if you haven't received tracking information.
Bike Frames & Bikes - $25.00 NZD
North Island Standard Shipping - $9.00 NZD
Rural Delivery Shipping - $12.00 NZD
South Island Standard Shipping - $12.00 NZD
Waiheke Island - Standard Shipping - $12.00 NZD
NZ Free Shipping on Orders $99+
Please allow up to seven (7) working days for your order to arrive within New Zealand before contacting us about a late delivery. We use a range of courier providers and the tracking details will be emailed to you as soon as they become available. Due to Covid-19 there have been some courier delays that are out of our control.
International Delivery
We currently only ship to Australia.
Australia - Bike Frame (Big Box) - $130.00 NZD
Australia DLE Untracked (Letter Size Tiny Items) - $32.00 NZD
Australia Larger Parcels (Untracked) - $70.00 NZD
Australia Tracked (Small Parcel) - $60.00 NZD
Australia Untracked (Small Parcel) - $45.00 NZD
WHAT IS THE SIZING CHART FOR YOUR APPAREL?
We provide a detailed sizing chart on each required product page to help you choose the right size. If these are missing they are also available on most manufacturers websites We recommend referring to this chart and measuring yourself for the best fit.
WHAT IF MY QUESTION ISNT ANSWERED HERE?
We would be happy to help you directly please email us at: shop@veloworkshop.co.nz
New Zealand Delivery
Shipping Options
Shipping options are shown at checkout and will vary depending on the delivery address and the size of your physical items. All orders come with tracking which will automatically be emailed to you once the package is ready to ship. Please check your spam folders if you haven't received tracking information.
Bike Frames & Bikes - $25.00 NZD
North Island Standard Shipping - $9.00 NZD
Rural Delivery Shipping - $12.00 NZD
South Island Standard Shipping - $12.00 NZD
Waiheke Island - Standard Shipping - $12.00 NZD
NZ Free Shipping on Orders $99 Excludes Rural Delivery addresses+
Please allow up to seven (7) working days for your order to arrive within New Zealand before contacting us about a late delivery. We use a range of courier providers and the tracking details will be emailed to you as soon as they become available. Due to Covid-19 there have been some courier delays that are out of our control.
International Delivery
We currently only ship to Australia. We are currently unable to ship frames and bikes into Australia
Australia - Bike Frame (Big Box) - $130.00 NZD
Australia DLE Untracked (Letter Size Tiny Items) - $32.00 NZD
Australia Larger Parcels (Untracked) - $70.00 NZD
Australia Tracked (Small Parcel) - $60.00 NZD
Australia Untracked (Small Parcel) - $45.00 NZD
Payment Options
On checkout you can either opt to pay by credit card (Visa, Mastercard or American Express), Google Pay, Apple Pay, Shop Pay, Paypal, Afterpay, or Zip.
Transactions are processed immediately and in most cases your order will be shipped on the same or next work day.
If you do need to contact us about an order please do so here.
You can also check your order by logging in.
Delivery Policy
We have a large range of products on our online store and not all these items are held in stock. Some items will be drop shipped from the New Zealand importer. If the importer is out of stock of your ordered item, we will notify you. If any items in your order are out of stock you will have the option to backorder until the item arrives, have part delivery of your order or cancel the entire order. Note: you will only be charged for items sent to you.
Items are generally shipped within 3 days of placing your order. We deliver to all addresses within New Zealand and delivery usually takes around 1 week. Delivery costs are calculated when you confirm your order. We offer freight free ordering on all packages over $99+. If your order is under $99 we charge a flat rate of $9 for North Island. $12 for South Island, Waiheke Island and Rural delivery and $25 for Bike Frames/ Bikes or extra large/ heavy orders. We review these charges from time to time and the checkout system will reflect the current freight charge.
If you wish to pick up from our store, please select this option at checkout and you will not be charged a delivery fee. Our store is located at: 7c Empire Street, Frankton, Hamilton.
Velo Workshop
Monday-Thursday: 9am - 5pm
Friday: 9am - 5.30pm
Saturday: 10.30am - 2pm
Sunday: Closed for Riding
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at shop@veloworkshop.co.nz. Please note that returns will need to be sent to the following address: 7c Empire Street, WKO, Hamilton 3204, New Zealand.
If your return is accepted, excluding incorrectly ordered items we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
You can always contact us for any return question at shop@veloworkshop.co.nz.
Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.
Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items) or gift cards. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.
Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.
Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.
Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too. If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at shop@veloworkshop.co.nz.