Moustache Samedi 27 Trail: the e-MTB from the Vosges
Moustache is a French brand founded in 2011 in Golbey, in the Vosges mountains. Their speciality: electrically assisted bikes, designed and assembled in France. The Samedi 27 Trail is their full-suspension e-MTB for trail riding.
Assembled in the Vosges
This is a significant selling point. Moustache doesn't just slap a "French brand" sticker on an imported bike. The bikes are assembled in Golbey, tested on Vosges trails, and development happens kilometres from the factory.
Bosch Performance CX motor
The Samedi 27 Trail uses the Bosch Performance CX motor (latest generation):
- 85 Nm torque — massive, even the steepest climbs are manageable
- 4 assistance modes (Eco, Tour, eMTB, Turbo)
- Intelligent eMTB mode: assistance adapts to pedal pressure
- Bosch Kiox or Purion control system (depending on model)
750 Wh battery: XXL range
The PowerTube 750 Wh battery is integrated in the downtube. It's the largest Bosch battery available:
- Eco mode: 120-150 km
- Tour mode: 80-100 km
- eMTB mode: 50-70 km
- Turbo mode: 30-50 km
| Spec | Samedi 27 Trail 6 | Samedi 27 Trail 8 |
|---|
| Frame | Aluminium 6061 | Aluminium 6061 |
| Motor | Bosch CX | Bosch CX |
| Battery | 750 Wh | 750 Wh |
| Fork | RockShox 35 Gold | Fox 36 Rhythm |
| Shock | RockShox Deluxe | Fox Float DPS |
| Groupset | Shimano Deore 12s | Shimano XT 12s |
| Weight | ~23.5 kg | ~23 kg |
| Price | ~$5,000 | ~$6,500 |
On the trail
The Samedi 27 Trail is a comfortable, capable e-MTB. The 150 mm travel and Bosch CX motor let you tackle technical trails confidently. The 750 Wh battery gives rare freedom of movement.
The ~23 kg weight is noticeable on descents — it's an e-MTB, not a muscular bike. But the mass also brings stability and grip.
The verdict
The Moustache Samedi 27 Trail is an excellent e-MTB for those wanting a reliable, well-designed, French-made product. The Bosch CX motor is proven, the 750 Wh battery offers reassuring range, and Moustache after-sales is well regarded.
For Bosch system torque specs, CX motor maintenance intervals, or Moustache component compatibilities, check L'Atelier.
