With the Madonna R, RAAW expand their platform with a simplified version of the well-known Madonna. While the Madonna V3.2 features extensive adjustment options, as you would expect from RAAW, the new model is aimed at riders who just want to grab their bike and hit the trails.
You still get 165 mm of rear travel, paired with a 170 mm fork and modern geometry, including a 64° head angle and size-specific chainstay lengths. A flip chip in the lower shock mount allows both a full 29er and a mullet configuration. Beyond that, there’s nothing else to adjust: the Madonna R deliberately forgoes the numerous tuning options of the Madonna V3.2, such as different rockers, adjustable progression, headset cups for angle adjustments, and the flip chip in the thru-axle.
Despite identical manufacturing standards, the price sits below that of the V3.2: the frame kit starts at €2090, while complete bikes starting at €5690. This positions the Madonna R as a more affordable, pared-down alternative within the Madonna platform, which starts at €2890 for the frame kit and €6490 for complete bikes. Delivery begins in mid-May. The Madonna R will also be available in red, see for yourself.
For more info, visit RAAW.com
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Words: Robin Ulbrich Photos: RAAW
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Robin Ulbrich
Junior Editor
Robin Ulbrich is a specialist in urban mobility and technical product management at 41 Publishing. As a master craftsman in vehicle interior equipment, he brings a profound understanding of material science to the editorial team, with saddles and ergonomic interfaces being his particular speciality. For DOWNTOWN and E-MOUNTAINBIKE magazine, the passionate cyclist analyses current city and off-road riding trends. In addition to his editorial activities, he utilises his manual skills for in-depth material analysis and practical product testing.