Decathlon reveals new futuristic Van Rysel e-bike concept

Decathlon has unveiled a new Van Rysel e-bike concept: the FTP². The model debuted at the Velofollies event in Belgium in mid-January 2026. According to the brand, the electric road bike’s name is a nod to its ability to double the rider’s Functional Threshold Power (FTP).

The Van Rysel FTP² is powered by a Mahle M40 engine, which was originally designed for mountain biking, with 850W peak power and 105 Nm torque. Other listed features include an SRAM Red AXS/ Praxis carbon crank drive train, Swiss Side Hardon3 850 wheel and a Fizik Argo Vento 00 Adaptive saddle.

Between the Van Rysel FTP²’s handlebars is a cockpit, where the rider can adjust gears and assistance modes. There is also a micrometric shoe tightening feature, meaning you do not have to let go of the bars to make this adjustment. The carbon fibre frame and an aerodynamically optimized design, including a more unusual two-part fork. Plus, both the motor and battery are said to “disappear into the frame”. This is a relatively lightweight model, with the medium-sized e-bike weighing around 15 kg (~33.1 lbs).

It remains to be seen when new Decathlon Van Rysel e-bikes inspired by the FTP² concept will be released, and at what price.