Here’s your key to unlocking more New Zealand trails. The 2026 Talon/Tempt e-hardtails deliver a natural, responsive ride with serious assist so you can explore further, climb harder and enjoy more.The 2026 Giant Talon E+ and LIV Tempt E+ continue to strike a smart balance between trail-performance and value. Backed by the lightweight ALUXX / ALUXX-grade aluminium frames, a sleek integrated battery system and the powerful SyncDrive Sport 2 motor delivering up to 75 Nm of torque, these bikes are built to get you off the beaten track, fast.Key HighlightsSyncDrive Sport 2 motor with ~75 Nm torque for big-trail pushes and climbsEnergyPak Smart 430 Wh battery (with optional +200 Wh range extender) integrated neatly in the down tube100 mm front suspension fork and 29″ wheel (on most sizes) for trail control and stabilityNew RideControl Dash 2 controller/display + Smart Assist with six-sensor support for natural ride feelSecurity tech: E-Lock (PIN/app lock) + Apple Find My integration on compatible modelsBattery life & safety: smart BMS, fast-charge to ~80% in just over 2 hours, designed for a long service life and certified to major global safety standardsVIEW THE RANGEMotor & Assist TechAcross both the Giant and LIV builds you’ll find the SyncDrive Sport 2 motor — significantly upgraded for 2026. The extra torque (≈ 75 Nm) and smart sensor system means the bike doesn’t just assist, it feels like natural power under your legs rather than a blunt shove.The six-sensor Smart Assist system monitors your pedal input, cadence, speed and terrain slope, adjusting support fluidly — so you ride how you normally would, but with substantially more backing.On the RideControl Dash 2 unit you’ve got five support modes plus a walk-assist function for when things get steep or technical. In short: it gives you the tools, the motor gives you the muscle, you still ride like a rider.Battery & RangeThe frames hold a cleanly integrated EnergyPak Smart 430 Wh battery. It runs on a 36-volt system