Mondraker Dusty Manual

GEOMETRY

SEAT POST INSERTION DEPTH

REAR WHEEL ASSEMBLY/DISASSEMBLY INSTALLATION GUIDE

BOTTOM BRACKET INSTALLATION GUIDE

Align and insert bottom bracket non drive side first. The alignment must be between the bottom bracket mark and the rear wheel axel. This process requires special tools, please refer to Mahle for further details.

NO GAP STEM

INTERNAL CABLE ROUTING HEADSET INSTALLATION GUIDE

HEADSET ASSEMBLY

SPARE PARTS

Apply grease to the shaft, and locker to the threads

FAQs

IS IT POSSIBLE TO CHANGE THE DRIVETRAIN ON THE DUSTY?
Dusty have been designed around a 1X 40T ring crankset. You can either alter the ring tooth size, go 2X Wide standard or change the cassette. The X20 system features a BB386 bottom bracket with integrated torque sensor and cadence meter. To remove it, a special tool supplied by Mahle is required. Q-Factor is 150mm and chain line is 47,5mm.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO ALTER THE BAR HEIGHT?
The handlebar height on the three Dusty models has 10mm of adjustment, modifying the position of the steerer tube spacers. It is important to note that the stem uses a specific shim for this model and the correct cable routing, so it will not be possible to use a different stem model than the ones we spec as standard equipment on the bikes.

WHICH ARE THE HANDLEBAR WIDTHS BEING USED?
Dusty is equipped with 440mm width handlebars in sizes S and M and 460mm in sizes L and XL. The "flare" or handlebar drop-out is 18mm, making it an ideal option on our Dusty for a comfortable position while maintaining good contact with the brake levers.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO CHANGE THE POSITION OF THE HANDLEBAR-MOUNTED E-SHIFTERS ON MY DUSTY?
Yes, the e-Shifters remote controls located on both sides of the handlebars that allow you to change the support modes of the X20 motor can be repositioned. In fact, Mondraker does not assemble them as a standard equipment on the bike so that the owner himself, at the dealer floor, can fit them where he considers convenient or deems appropriate. For the same reason, the handlebar tape is not fitted either.

CAN I INSTALL A DROPPER POST?
Yes, you can install a 27.2mm diameter dropper post. In fact, Dusty XR model is specced with a SRAM Reverb XPLR AXS 27.2 x 400mm dropper.

WHICH IS THE MAXIMUM TIRE WIDTH I CAN RUN ON THE DUSTY?
To guarantee the proper clearance on both fork and frame, maximum recommended width should not exceed 700x47c.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO INSTALL A SUSPENSION FORK ON DUSTY?
Sure you can install a suspension fork, gravel specific with a maximum travel of 50mm. In fact, Dusty XR model is specced with a RockShox Rudy Ultimate XPLR with 40mm of travel.

WOULD IT BE POSSIBLE TO ADD A RANGE EXTENDER TO RIDE LONGER?
At Mondraker we offer an Range Extender e185 from Mahle "water-bottle" mount style which offers 171Wh. It weighs 1.1 kilogram and, additionally, you will enjoy greater 50% longer range compared to the internal 350Wh battery. It features 21.700 cells, takes 1h to recharge it up to 80% (2h for completely charged).

IS IT POSSIBLE TO DISASSEMBLE THE INTERNAL BATTERY?
Dusty models have been designed with the best possible performance and design integration in mind so internal 350Wh battery is not removable. To charge the Dusty you have to plug it directly to a wall socket.

WHICH IS THE MAXIMUM ASSISTANCE I CAN GET FROM THE DUSTY MOTOR?
Dusty models feature the same frame and the same Mahle's latest generation X20 hub motor. The weight of the motor is only 1.4 kilograms and delivers 23Nm to the wheel, comparable to 55Nm on a mid-motor.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO CUSTOMIZE THE ASSISTANCE MODES ON THE DUSTY?
The X20 system on the Dusty features three assistance modes for dedicated gravel riding which are driven by the Watts On Demand concept. The assistance provided by the motor in each of the modes is proportional to the physical effort you make. Mode 1 offers a level of assistance up to 25% greater than our physical effort. Mode 2 offers up to 50% more and mode 3 ranges from 70% to 200% more power than the effort we apply when pedalling. It is a level of support that feels very natural, not intrusive, providing just the right amount of power in each of the modes, optimizing and maximizing battery life and range. The three modes are configurable and can individually modify the maximum power, acceleration and initial support/reactivity in each level of assistance. Through the Mahle MySmartbike app -available for both iOS and Android devices- you can find all the data related to your experience riding the Dusty as well as access to the customization of the assistance modes.

WHICH INFORMATION DOES THE DUSTY'S DISPLAY OFFER?
Mahle's 2.1" sized Pulsar One display features wireless connectivity and allows you to visualize at a glance information on screen such as main -and range extender if connected- battery charge status, assistance level, riding data such as current speed, average speed, trip and total distance, trip time, cadence, power sensor (real time data on watts of power output) or heart rate (via ANT+ sensors). It works with a CR2032 battery and uses a mounting bracket compatible with Garmin devices. Any GPS device with Bluetooth/ANT+ connectivity with eBike protocol is likewise capable of displaying the system data on screen.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO UPDATE THE SYSTEM FIRMWARE?
Sure. This operation is done through the battery charger that will update the system simultaneously while charging the bike. To do so, we will have to download the latest version of the firmware available from the PC/Mac to the charger itself through the Micro-USB port and, once we connect the charging port on the bike itself to charge the battery, the system will be updated.

I HAVE NOT BEEN RIDING FOR LONG AND NOW MY BIKE DOES NOT TURN ON, WHAT SHOULD I DO?
If you have not ridden the Dusty for more than 60 days, the bike automatically goes into sleep mode. Plug in the charger and keep it plugged in for at least 1 hour to reactivate the motor and battery operation properly. If you are sure that you are not going to ride the bike for a long time, keep in mind that in order to keep the battery working at its best and extend its life, it is important to store it between 20 and 80 percent.

IS IT POSSIBLE TO RIDE THE DUSTY WITH STANDARD NON-MOTOR POWERED OR EVEN 650B WHEELS?
A smaller 650 diameter wheel is technically compatible. Having a motor in the rear wheel would require the wheel to be laced and this is an operation that is not convenient to be carried out by anyone other than an authorized Mahle dealer, so we do not recommend it. The Dusty frame has exclusive dropouts for the Mahle X20 drive, so it is not possible to use a standard wheel.

I KNOW THAT THE DUSTY CAN BE FITTED WITH RACKS, MUDGUARDS... BUT IS THERE A SPECIFIC CUSTOM TRAVEL BAG CREATED FOR ITS VERY SPECIAL DESIGN?
For this purpose, at Mondraker we have created two models of bags from the brand Apidura that have been customized for the Dusty's design. One of them can be fitted on the front of the top tube and the other on the inner front side of the main triangle. Both have an innovative design and are high quality. In addition, the Dusty models have been designed for multidisciplinary use and can carry up to three water bottle cages on the front triangle - down tube, seat tube and top tube - including two additional ones on both sides of the fork, as well as mudguards, racks, etc.

HOW MUCH DOES THE DUSTY FRAME AND THE RIGID CARBON FORK WEIGH?
Dusty frame weighs 1,298 grams and the gravel-specific carbon fork weighs 579 grams.

WHICH IS THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED RIDER WEIGHT WITH EQUIPMENT DUSTY IS ABLE TO SUPPORT, IN OTHER WORDS, THE SYSTEM WEIGHT (BIKE+RIDER+EQUIPMENT)?
System weight (Bike + rider + total equipment) weight limit is 120 kg.

WHICH SIZE SHOULD I BUY?
Sizes differ from one rider to other. Personal preferences are very unique and how you ride your bike is also important when choosing the correct size. This is a standard size chart you can use as a guideline.
S= 440mm seat tube 1.58 - 1.68
M= 460mm seat tube 1.67 - 1.76
L= 500mm seat tube 1.75 - 1.86
XL= 530mm seat tube 1.85 - 1.95

SAFETY AND GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

Please, be aware that the following 3 icons may appear in this technical guide. Each one indicates to take the following precautions:

Not keeping to the indications or following unsafe practices may result in serious injuries or even death.
The tasks involve technical difficulty and if they are badly developed, they could damage your bicycle or result in a void warranty.

Not keeping to the indications or following unsafe practices may result in light injuries. The tasks involve technical difficulty and if they are badly developed, they could damage your bicycle or result in a void warranty.

Information which is essential for a proper execution of the task and therefore, avoid any possible damage to your bicycle or loosing the warranty, but does not involve any risk for the person.

CONSIDERATIONS

• Using non-original spare parts may result in damage, malfunctions and accidents which may lead to severe consequences.
• Please note that to perform some of the steps described in this manual, skills beyond the average bicycle user are required. In the event of not being qualified to follow any of these steps, please take your bicycle to a Mondraker authorized technical service for maintenance and replacement of its components. The incorrect installation of spare parts can result in malfunctions, accidents, injuries, and warranty void.

CLEANING & CARE

• Once the pieces are disassembled, it is recommended to clean, grease, and put threadlocker (if necessary) on the components which are going to be re-used.