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Predator eNomad-R

Acer Predator eNomad-R

August 25, 2025

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Two years ago, Acer introduced its first smart e-bike, the remarkably well-designed and balanced EBII, featuring advanced onboard technology that was ahead of the market. Since last year, Acer has updated the EBII to EBII-M with a few improvements and has taken the opportunity to launch a new range of e-bikes.

This Smart e-Mobility lineup includes a longtail eCargo-M, city e-bikes like the eCity M-30 and the eUrban R-2S, several kickscooters (Predator Outdoor Series), the retro motorcycle-style Predator eRanger, and finally, the Predator eNomad R, which is also available in a step-through model (eNomad-R ST).

Acer Smart e-Mobility

from left to right: Predator eNomad-R ST, eCargo-M, Predator eNomad-R and EBII-M.

Acer will showcase its new Smart e-Mobility lineup at Taipei Cycle 2025. The company is leveraging the brand recognition of PREDATOR, its successful gaming division. The PREDATOR brand encompasses the entire PC and laptop gaming ecosystem, including peripherals, accessories, graphics cards, monitors, projectors, and chairs.

Predator eMobility: kickscooters (Predator Extreme PES017, Es Thunder, Es Storm) and the eRanger, with designs inspired by the guidelines of ACER's PREDATOR gaming line.

Acer clearly defines its target audience:gaming enthusiasts teenagers and adults of the gaming generation who are, for both urban and outdoor use.

Predator eNomad-R 's features:

The Predator eNomad-R is a fat bike with a fairly simple design, comparable to the e-scrambler style. Its frame is made of aluminum. Depending on local regulations, it will be classified as either Class 2 (20 mph - 32 km/h) or Class 3 (28 mph - 45 km/h).

For the European market, the model would be adapted to meet local laws: the top speed will be capped at 25 km/h (15 mph), motor power reduced to 250W, and the throttle replaced by a "Boost" function.

The stated range for the Predator eNomad R is 75 km (47 miles). The bike itself weighs 34 kg (75 lbs) and can support an additional 86 kg (189 lbs).

Photo credit: Acer User Manual

The eNomad-R offers intuitive control directly from the handlebars, featuring five levels of pedal assistance and a throttle-only function with five different power modes for flexible riding. The throttle is engaged via a simple lever, allowing riders to accelerate without pedaling. The integrated handlebar controls also manage the bike's lighting system and are used to completely shut down the e-bike, providing a complete and easy-to-use interface for all key functions.

Photo credit: Bafang

For its motor, Acer has chosen to equip the Predator eNomad-R with the H550W rear drive motor from Bafang. The H550W is specifically designed for e-fat bikes and e-cargo bikes. With a power output of 750W and a maximum torque of 85 Nm, it is a motor integrated into a mag wheel (the front wheel is also included by Bafang).

The 627Wh removable battery, powered by 18650 cells from either Panasonic or Samsung, can be fully recharged in 7 hours.

Regarding the transmission, the Predator eNomad-R is equipped with a SHIMANO CUES 9-Speed system (featuring LINKGLIDE technology) with five pedal-assist modes and a throttle mode with a shift lever. I expect this will be adapted to a "Boost" mode (temporary acceleration) in certain countries.

The hydraulic brakes are Tektro Volans 4-piston HD-T535 hydraulic disc brakes, which is an excellent choice for an e-fat bike in this range, though they are more commonly used on mid-drive models. The Kenda tires have standard dimensions of 20" x 4". The bike features a front suspension fork but no rear suspension.

No data is available concerning the front and rear lighting.

Predator eNomad-R's Onboard technologies

The Predator eNomad-R is equipped with a HMI display which includes a Bluetooth module. The following data will be accessible and stored in the application.

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On-Screen Display Information:

Speed: Shows current velocity in either km/h or mph.
Assist Level: Displays the current level of motor assistance, ranging from 0 (no assistance) to a maximum of 5.
Odometer (ODO): Tracks the total distance the e-bike has been ridden.
Trip Distance (DST): Shows the distance covered during the current ride. This resets to zero when the e-bike is turned off.
Remaining Range (RNG): Provides an estimated riding distance based on the current battery capacity.
Walk Mode: An icon indicates when the low-speed walk-assist mode is active.
Lights Status: Shows whether the headlight and taillight are currently on or off.
Bluetooth: Confirms when a Bluetooth connection to a device is active.
Battery Status: A visual indicator of the remaining battery charge level.

Acer eMobility App

App Features:

Dashboard: View real-time data including a clock, map, riding distance, precise battery percentage, and current assistance level.
Device Info: In the settings page, you can customize your device name and set an automatic power-off timer (options include 0, 5, 10 (default), 15, and 20 minutes).

The Predator eNomad-R is compatible with Apple's Find My network, allowing to track ebike's location. Using geolocation via the Apple Find My app requires closing the Acer eMobility app and then opening the Apple app: this is a bit of a tedious process.

Predator eNomad-R 's specifications

Release year : 2024

The dimensions diagram for the eNomad-R cannot be found.

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My take on the Predator eNomad-R...

When Acer released its smart e-bike, the EBII, I thought to myself that the race for cutting-edge design, smart equipment, and futuristic features in e-bikes might just be won by a tech giant. The EBII truly felt like the fruit of innovative design, born from the minds at Acer... Well, I was wrong, and that's actually great news for the innovative brands I usually feature on my site.

Unfortunately, the Predator eNomad-R doesn't seem to have been entirely designed by Acer. I suspect Acer turned to an OEM fat bike manufacturer instead. The spec sheet for the Predator eNomad-R is decent, but it's clearly aimed at the North American market with its 750W motor and 85Nm of torque.

Frankly, this Predator eNomad-R deserved a much better design. The eRanger model seems more polished in its concept and aesthetics.

There's very little technical information available on Acer's websites (AcerGadget, Acer US, Acer Japan...). To complete the data for this article, I had to dig up the User Manual from Acer's PC database and zoom in on photos just to identify the brand of the motor...

The eNomad-R is minimalistic. The front suspension fork is entry-level, it lacks a rear suspension, and its theoretical range is really only suitable for city use. In throttle mode, that range will likely be cut in half, and we know nothing about the front and rear lights.

As for the onboard tech, the HMI display is disappointing, even with Bluetooth. And don't get me started on the tedious process of using Apple Find My (closing the proprietary app, opening the Apple app...). Besides Bluetooth, you won't find any other sensors.

The Predator eNomad-R is still a solid mid-range fat bike, branded with the PREDATOR gaming logo. It will make a fine addition to the accessory collection for your teenager's next birthday.

A piece of advice:

Don't show ithe Predator eNomad-R to your gamer kids, or your S.O. gamer! If your teen already has a PREDATOR backpack, you're pretty much obligated to buy them this fat bike...

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My thanks to ACER for their courtesy in allowing me to use their photos.

For more information, visit the official Acer Predator website.

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