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Pathfinder XE

The Pathfinder XE is a new and exciting concept to the e-bike world, inspired by the machines of the mountain bike pioneers, we have brought a retro approach to a cutting-edge platform that offers multi-terrain capability and powerful, controlled electric assistance in a package weighing just 17kg.

The Pathfinder XE with its powerful, smooth and controlled power assistance is a bicycle designed to take you further into the urban jungle and elevate you higher than ever across off-road tracks and trails. This is a bicycle equally at home cutting through traffic as it is exploring the path less travelled. The Pathfinder XE is made from the highest quality Reynolds steel and is meticulously hand-crafted in England. This is a discipline-crossing machine designed for the modern-day explorer, traversing a multitude of terrains with style and purpose.

The Pathfinder XE is made from legendary Reynolds steel and meticulously hand-crafted in Britain to give you a statement machine that bridges the gap between a city hybrid and an off-road focused mountain bike.

With a nod towards Pashley's legendary dirt jump and trials dominance during the late 90s the Pathfinder XE carves out a way to blend city commuting with off-road adventures, perfectly matched to weekday urban streets and weekend gravel paths or merge the two with exhilarating multi-terrain rides. Equipped with mountain bike tyres and a lightweight carbon fibre fork, enjoy a smooth, responsive ride across varied terrains, with the added benefit of a powerful, quiet and reliable electric-assist drive to make your adventures go further.

The black, anodised riser handlebars provide a comfortable, confidence-inspiring grip, ensuring you're always in control, while a sleek front carrier rack adds to the practicality of the Pathfinder XE, giving you the option to carry up to 6kg of luggage without compromising on performance or style.

Pathfinder XE
Pathfinder XE
Pathfinder XE
Close-up of bronze pathfinder decal on top tube of purple bike frame.
Close-up of front shimano hub with disc brakes.
Close-up of black front Pashley Porteur rack on purple pathfinder bike.
Close-up of rear mahle electric hub and cassette.

Pathfinder XE

The Pathfinder XE is a new and exciting concept to the e-bike world, inspired by the machines of the mountain bike pioneers, we have brought a retro approach to a cutting-edge platform that offers multi-terrain capability and powerful, controlled electric assistance in a package weighing just 17kg.

The Pathfinder XE with its powerful, smooth and controlled power assistance is a bicycle designed to take you further into the urban jungle and elevate you higher than ever across off-road tracks and trails. This is a bicycle equally at home cutting through traffic as it is exploring the path less travelled. The Pathfinder XE is made from the highest quality Reynolds steel and is meticulously hand-crafted in England. This is a discipline-crossing machine designed for the modern-day explorer, traversing a multitude of terrains with style and purpose.

The Pathfinder XE is made from legendary Reynolds steel and meticulously hand-crafted in Britain to give you a statement machine that bridges the gap between a city hybrid and an off-road focused mountain bike.

With a nod towards Pashley's legendary dirt jump and trials dominance during the late 90s the Pathfinder XE carves out a way to blend city commuting with off-road adventures, perfectly matched to weekday urban streets and weekend gravel paths or merge the two with exhilarating multi-terrain rides. Equipped with mountain bike tyres and a lightweight carbon fibre fork, enjoy a smooth, responsive ride across varied terrains, with the added benefit of a powerful, quiet and reliable electric-assist drive to make your adventures go further.

The black, anodised riser handlebars provide a comfortable, confidence-inspiring grip, ensuring you're always in control, while a sleek front carrier rack adds to the practicality of the Pathfinder XE, giving you the option to carry up to 6kg of luggage without compromising on performance or style.

Sale price£3,295.00
Size:Small
Colour:Amethyst
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Stainless Steel Bottle Cage

A elegant yet practical ‘bidon’ water bottle cage, made from polished stainless steel.

Sale price£25.00
Range Extender

A low weight and sleek way to add extra range to your e-bike.

Sale price£500.00
Single Leg propstand

Strong and easy to use, this anodised aluminium propstand attaches to your frame to give a stable parking position.

Sale price£25.00

Total: £950

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Taking the Pathfinder X to a new level with added electric assist, The Pathfinder XE proves that functional starts with fun.

Built upon our lightweight, performance-focused Pathfinder frame that is hand-crafted with a unique combination of trusted Reynolds 725, 631 and 525 butted steel tubes, the internal 250Wh battery is subtly positioned within the oversized down tube.

The Pathfinder range is new and exciting from Pashley and channels a near century of manufacturing expertise into a modern and technologically-advanced platform.

Featuring 3D printed elements like the seat stay to top tube junction and IWOC controller housing, the Pathfinder XE delivers controlled and precise handling thanks to the full carbon fibre fork whilst also providing excellent stiffness for out-of-the-saddle uphill efforts and reducing road vibrations.

Delivering smooth power to the drivetrain is the Mahle X30 rear hub motor that produces 250W and 45Nm of almost silent and controlled power. The internal battery can also be supplemented with the eX1 range extender adding an additional 70% to your range, pushing your ride limits even further.

Receiving the combined power of you and the motor is the Shimano Cues 1x11 drivetrain which matches an 11-43T wide-range cassette to a 40T chainset with a narrow / wide chainring for enhanced chain retention when the terrain turns bumpy.

Powerful hydraulic disc brakes offer instant stopping power and a superior level of modulation, providing complete control over your speed on any terrain.

Connecting you to your Pathfinder X is the all-weather Brooks Cambium C15 saddle, which emulates the characteristics of a traditional leather saddle but uses vulcanised rubber for enhanced performance.

The Pathfinder XE is the e-bike that delivers miles of electrically assisted fun and adventure on and off-road with ease and in style. All of this in package that weighs just 17kg. 

The Pathfinder XE comes in the three frame sizes shown below, followed by their corresponding inside leg length range.

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Frame SizeInside Leg Length
Small27.5-31.5"
Medium30-34"
Large32-36"

The frame size is the distance between the centrepoint of the cycle's bottom bracket (where the pedal arms extend from) and the top of the frame's seat tube (where the seatpost enters the frame).

Leg length should be measured from the sole of your foot to the inner top of your thigh (in inches) - please note that this is a different measurement to your trouser inside leg length. If your inside leg length falls in-between two frame sizes and you are unsure which size is best for you, please visit our Sizing Page for further guidance.

Click & Collect (U.K.)

If you are based in the U.K. you can order your Pashley from our website for collection at your nearest Pashley dealer, along with any other items you wish to add to your order.

Home Delivery (U.K, EU and U.S.A.)

You can order your Pashley cycle online and select to have it delivered unboxed and 'Ready to Ride' at home in the U.K. We also offer a boxed delivery service for bike orders to the U.S.A and some countries in the EU (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, and Spain).


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Visit a store (worldwide)

You can visit your local Pashley dealer who will advise you on the purchase or your Pashley. Many of our dealers have stock of our cycles in store (please call them to check availability before visiting) but they can also order one to be made for you at Pashley.

International

We have a number of Pashley dealers around the world. If you can not find a Pashley dealer in your country, please email us at commercial@pashley.co.uk and we will assist you with your enquiry.


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Pathfinder bicycles are built to order with an expected lead time of 3-4 weeks from the date of order. Please see our lead times below or contact us for more details

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Frame

Hand-brazed Reynolds frame

The frame combines traditional hand-brazing methods with 3D printed steel lugs, with extra tyre clearance for mountain bike tyres.

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Battery

Integrated rechargeable Battery

The Mahle 250Wh rechargeable battery is integrated into the frame to produce a sleek silhouette.

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Lugs

3D Printed lugs

To produce shapes and strength previously impossible, we use 3D printed elements to create the components that add strength and style to the frame.

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Pedal Assist

Mahle X30 rear wheel motor

The Mahle X30 drive system is robust and versatile, producing 45nm of torque from a motor weighing just 1.9kgs to create a fully built bicycle that weighs just 17kgs.

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Power Control

Integrated drive controller

Formed into the top-tube of the frame is the Mahle IWOC ONE head unit, giving you ultimate control over your assistance level whilst riding as well as displaying your current battery level.

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Fork

Full carbon fibre Fork

The full carbon fork is manufactured with a tapered steerer tube which adds stiffness and confidence to your steering input whilst the blades of the fork have mounting points to accept our own design of Porteur rack.

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Brakes

Powerful hydraulic disc brakes

Offering great modulation and control, Hydraulic disc brakes give excellent braking confidence on long descents.

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Rack

Pashley Porteur rack

Designed and built by Pashley, the front Porteur rack is capable of carrying up to 6kg of luggage, ideal for work essentials or adventure day supplies!

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Gearing

Wide range Shimano gears

Allowing you to tackle a wide range of gradients, the front 40T Narrow / Wide chainset is combined with an 11-43T cassette to give a simple to use and broad spread of gears.

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Saddle

All Weather Brooks C15 Cambium saddle

A perfect saddle for gravel, road or fast touring, the C15 Cambium is made from vulcanised natural rubber for control, durability and flexible performance ready for all rides and all weathers

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Grips

Lock-on Rubber grips

Offering enhanced grip in wet conditions, the rubber grips are securely held onto the bar with locking clamps.

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Tyres

Mountain bike tyres

Schwalbe Smart Sam tyres are the ultimate all-rounder tyre. It rolls well on any terrain including tarmac.

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Hand-Brazed Reynolds steel frame

Light, agile and versatile

Our Pathfinder frame is hand-crafted from a unique combination of legendary Reynolds steel, the unrivalled choice for strength, reliability and performance. The frame combines traditional hand-brazing methods with 3D printed steel lugs, with extra clearance for mountain bike tyres.

The best of British craftsmanship

Handmade in Stratford-upon-Avon

Designed and meticulously built by hand at our factory in Stratford-upon-Avon, the Pathfinder XE is a British bicycle to its core, bringing Pashley’s unsurpassed style and quality to a new landscape.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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Gears

Shimano Cues 11 speed derailleur. 11-43T cassette

Frame

Specially selected combination of Reynolds butted steel tubes (725, 631, & 525). Additive manufactured (3D printed) elements including seatstay junction, HMI mount and charge port. Tapered head tube with integrated headset. Unique Pashley Thru-Axle dropouts. Prospstand plate. x2 Bottle cage mounts

Fork

Full Carbon Fork, Tapered Steerer 1,1/2, 1,1/8. 12x100 Thru Axle. Pashley Porteur rack compatible

Saddle

Brooks Cambium C15 Black

Handlebar

Black beadblasted Aluminium MTB style Handlebar. 31.8 diameter clamp. 30mm rise, 16 degree backsweep, 720mm width. 

Black beadblast Aluminium stem (50mm) and seatpost (27.2)

Brakes

Shimano MT201 Hydraulic Disc Brakes. 160mm rotors

Wheels

700c Aluminium Rim (23mm internal width, Tubeless ready) laced to Shimano RS470 hubs using Sapim double butted stainless spokes (28H)

Tyres

Schwalbe Smart Sam 27.5 X 2.1" MTB. Tan sidewalls


Drive System

Mahle X30 electric assist rear hub motor, 250Wh internal battery.

Battery

250Wh rechargeable battery integrated into the specially formed downtube of the frame.

Pedals

Black platform pedals with grip tape

Crankset

Shimano Cues U6000 Crankset 40T with Narrow / Wide tooth profile for chain retention.

Stand

Compatible with a centrally mounted ‘flip-down’ sprung propstand. (available separately)

Bell

Handlebar mounted - ping bell.

Grips

Black lock-on grips.

Front Carrier

Front Porteur carrier fitted as standard. 6kg load capacity.





Colours

Amethyst

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

What is the range of the battery?

We've tested the internal battery and Mahle X30 hub motor in all sorts of conditions and terrains, a range of 50 -90km is achievable depending on rider weight, terrain, weather and power level chosen.

A range extender is also available to add a further 70% range.

Can I adjust the power output?

Yes, the power control is integrated into the top-tube of the frame in a unique 3D printed steel housing. Power assist levels can be adjusted by pressing the button on the controller. This can be done whilst riding as well as when static.

What does the Pathfinder weigh?

Whilst each bicycle is hand-built and the weight could vary, on average the Pathfinder XE will weigh under 18kgs.

Can I ride the Pathfinder XE on gravel paths as well as roads?

The Pathfinder X has been designed to traverse both tarmac and gravel. Whilst it is not an outright "off-road" or mountain bike, it is perfectly comfortable on off road cycle trails or canal towpaths.

My inside leg length falls between two frame sizes - which should I choose?

Choose the smaller size frame if you prefer to put your feet flat on the ground when stopping. If you prefer to have your handlebars much higher than your saddle, so you are seated in a very upright position, choose the larger frame size; you’ll still be able to put your tip-toes down when stopping. If you are still unsure which size is best for you, please feel free to call us on 01789 292 263 (Mon-Fri, 9-5pm) and we would be happy to advise you.

Can I test ride a Pathfinder X somewhere?

Our local store in Stratford-upon-Avon, the Traditional Cycle Shop, has a wide range of Pashleys you can view and test ride. You can also find other specialist Pashley dealers who have cycles in store to try via our dealer map.

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