Highest of stoke! - Riding the UNNO MTIH

So… I spent an entire day riding the Unno Mith in the very sunny hills of Barcelona, and let me tell you—it’s an absolute weapon. But before I get into full hype mode, I want to give you my honest, unbiased takeaways from a solid session of testing this machine across a variety of terrain.

Not a Beginner’s Bike

Let’s get one thing clear right away: this isn’t a bike for beginners. The combination of its high power output and aggressive downhill (DH) geometry means it demands attention and skill. If you’re just hopping on and mashing the cranks in Turbo mode straight up a climb, it can get pretty wild, pretty quickly.

However, tuning the power back—especially in more technical climbing sections—makes a huge difference. I found a sweet spot by using around 90Nm of torque and 600w power on trickier uphills and letting it rip in full 120nm / 1000w power mode on fire roads. Get that balance right, and you’re golden.

Built for the Steep and Deep

This is a classic "winch and plummet" bike. With its DH-inspired angles, it's made to shine on steep, rowdy descents rather than mellow trail cruising. The low bottom bracket  added stability on the descents but made it feel a bit sluggish and hung-up in tighter, trail-style terrain but thats not what this bike is for.

My session was mostly on a loose, bike park-style loop—around a 3-minute climb—featuring jumps, berms, loose rock, and lots of opportunity to see what this thing could do downhill.

Sizing & Setup Notes

For reference, I rode both an S3 and S2 during the day, and at 5’10”, I found the S2 felt absolutely dialled for my size and riding style.

One surprise: I ended up running close to 35% sag on the rear shock to really get the handling where I wanted it. That might sound like a lot, but the bike has quite high progression and ramp-up, so even with that much sag, it never felt wallowy or soft on hits. In fact, the support and pop on jumps were phenomenal.

Downhill = Pure Fun

Downhill, this bike rips. It’s lively, confident, and super playful—especially off jumps. The suspension platform and overall weight balance made it easy to flick around, and it really came alive once things pointed down. It's one of those bikes that makes you want to hit every side hit, double, and rock lip you can find.

Battery Life & Electronics

Over a 3-hour session on a sizeable hill in Barcelona, I used about 60% of the battery. That’s while frequently switching between modes to test everything out, so pretty efficient overall. However, I will say that out-of-the-box Trail mode felt too powerful for tighter, techy stuff. I'd definitely recommend dialling it back a touch—unless you want every climb to feel like a mini rodeo.

And Super Turbo. Ridiculous. Fun, yes—but it's so punchy that you can easily spin out or loop the bike if you’re not careful. Climbing becomes its own chaotic, action-packed experience.

Components & Ride Feel

• Tyres: Not my favourite stock choice, but that’s a quick fix.

• Brakes: Absolutely dialled. Loads of bite, great modulation—no complaints here.

• Wheels: Felt a bit stiff, especially on dry, rocky ground, but it's hard to judge without A/B testing another set in the same conditions. That said, they held up and did the job.

Everything else? Worked flawlessly. No mechanicals, no weird noises—just good vibes all day. And one last thing: it looks even better in person. Sleek lines, aggressive stance, and a finish that turns heads.

Final Thoughts

The standout takeaway for me was that insane power on the climbs. It turns uphill into something totally different—part challenge, part thrill ride. But that power needs respect. Tune it to suit the terrain and your style, and this bike will give back tenfold.

So is it the perfect bike for everyone? No. But for experienced riders who love fast descents, big jumps, and don't mind tweaking their setup to get the most out of a machine—this thing is a rocket.

What a bike!