# Electric-Assisted Mountain Bikes The Ducati MIG-RR Uses Two Different Wheel Sizes By Justin Lam | Published 2018-11-12 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/migrr References: [luxurylaunches](http://luxurylaunches.com/transport/ducati-electric-mountain-bike.php) & [ducati](https://www.ducati.com/ww/en/news/an-exclusive-ducati-e-mtb-ready-for-its-debut-at-eicma-2018) Created by iconic motorcycle manufacturer Ducati, the MIG-RR is a rugged [mountain e-bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qlife-racer) built with ambitious adventures in mind. Developed in collaboration with Italy's Thok Ebike, the MIG-RR is technically an offshoot of the popular MIG series by Thok. However, the Ducati offering provides some unique technical solutions, as well as distinct design elements courtesy of the [Ducati Design Center](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerstage-rr). One of the distinct features of the MIG-RR lies in its differently sized wheels. Sporting a 29-inch front wheel, meant for rolling up and over obstacles, and a faster-accelerating 27.5-inch rear wheel, the bike is intelligently made for pure performance and the most demanding rider. The e-bike features lie in the MIG-RR's 504wh battery and a motor that provides 250 watts of torque. The e-bike is currently not being offered to the US market but European orders are set to begin in January 2019. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric-assisted Mountain Bikes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating customizable electric-assisted mountain bikes with differently sized wheels for enhanced performance. - **Rugged E-bikes:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing durable and high-performance electric bikes designed for ambitious adventures. - **Collaborative Innovation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partnering with established brands to combine expertise and create unique and technically advanced products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating electric-assist technology into mountain bikes to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Building rugged e-bikes specifically designed for outdoor activities like mountain biking and trail riding. - **Motorcycle Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expanding into the electric-assisted bike market to diversify product offerings and attract a wider customer base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Limited-Run E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powerstage-rr.md) - [Desert Race Car-Inspired Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-emtb.md) - [Folding Automaker E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrambler-ducati-scr.md) - [Endurant Electric Mountain Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endurant-lectric-mountain-bike.md) - [SUV-Inspired eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thok-mig-es.md) - [High-Performance Off-Road Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mv-agusta-ebikes.md) - [Elevated Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-electric-mountain-bike.md) - [Electric Gravel Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/e-arcadex.md) - [All-Around Mountain-Ready E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mxc-bike.md)