January 16, 2026 - Van Rysel, the premium cycling brand born in Flanders (Lille, France), presents the FTP² concept bike at VeloFollies, Jan. 16-18 (Kortrijk, Belgium).
This radical prototype is designed to double riders’ Functional Threshold Power (FTP) and deliver the thrill of pro-level speed.
Not for sale, FTP² is a bold statement of innovation, showcasing what’s possible and inspiring the future of cycling.
Designed for speed
Developed over several years with partners like Swiss Side and Mahle SmartBike Systems, FTP² is equipped with a custom Mahle M40 motor that breaks free from conventional e-bike speed limits to explore extreme performance.
High-end components complete the concept:
Drivetrain: SRAM Red AXS with Praxis carbon cranks
Wheels: SWISS SIDE Hadron³ 850 for maximum aerodynamic efficiency
The result: intelligent power management, precision control, and safety at unprecedented speeds.
“With FTP², we stepped outside traditional frameworks to explore extreme performance in a controlled way. Every component was designed as part of a single system to push boundaries.”— Wim Van Hoecke, FTP² Project Manager & Van Rysel E-Bike Product Manager.
Engineered Around the Mahle M40
At the core of the FTP² concept lies the Mahle M40 motor, uniquely developed for this project to explore a new dimension of performance.
By amplifying the rider’s input beyond conventional limits, the M40 enables the FTP² to investigate extreme speed scenarios in a controlled environment, serving as a rolling laboratory for future e-road and high-performance e-bike applications.
The seamless integration of the motor within the carbon frame underlines how advanced electric assistance can coexist with pure performance, aerodynamics and system-level design.
A Rolling Laboratory for Future Innovation
More than a concept bike, FTP² is a technological demonstrator designed to challenge existing frameworks and inspire future developments across the cycling industry. From the fully integrated cockpit and proprietary electronics to the radical shoe–pedal interface and advanced aerodynamic textiles, every element has been conceived as part of a single ecosystem.
While FTP² will not be commercialised, the knowledge gained from this project will directly influence future product development, redefining how performance, safety and electric assistance can be combined at the highest level.
*The FTP² claims to double Functional Threshold Power (FTP), the highest average power (in watts) a cyclist can sustain for about one hour, and can reportedly reach speeds over 100kph – ed.
Read more about Van Rysel here.
Read more about Mahle Smartbike Systems here.
