e-Trekking & e-City Bike - the allrounders
The e-bike for commuters, pleasure cyclists and adventurers
Roll along easily in city traffic on the way to work with built-in tailwind? Get to work without a sweaty shirt? A bike tour with child and children, even with heavy luggage effortlessly crank uphill and enjoy the nature and the idyllic landscape, without having to pay attention to slopes? Or set off on a bike tour with bag and baggage and experience unique adventures on two wheels? No matter what you decide - with the e-trekking bike as your ideal companion, it's possible.
An e-trekking bike rides sportily and can be easily loaded with luggage at the same time. Just like city bikes, trekking bikes are equipped with mudguards, luggage racks, lights and reflectors and are therefore suitable for road use. Their versatility makes e-trekking bikes ideal for people who don't want to commit to just one use and want assistance in the form of an electric motor.
Enter the e-bike world and benefit from the latest motor technology, powerful batteries and state-of-the-art equipment. Whether you're looking for a low-slung, diamond frame or trapezoidal frame, you'll find what you're looking for here.
What makes an e-trekking bike?
With trekking bikes, the name says it all. It's not for nothing that these bikes are also known as touring bikes. As such, they are benevolent all-rounders for long tours on changing surfaces. Compared to e-race bikes and e-mountain bikes, which focus on speed, agility or maximum off-road capability, e-trekking bikes are designed for maximum comfort and relaxed cycling on short and long distances.
Responsible for this is not only a relaxed frame geometry but also an additional portion of comfort in the saddle, handlebars, hand grips as well as a well adjusted suspension fork. Thanks to well-profiled yet slim tires, the all-round e-bikes are at home on asphalt as well as gravel and forest trails. Precise derailleur gears with up to 30 speeds and a lightweight aluminum frame also ensure that you don't break a sweat even on crisp climbs.
In addition, trekking bikes are already equipped in accordance with the German Road Traffic Licensing Regulations (StVZO) and are therefore fully roadworthy. For the necessary luggage transport, the e-touring bikes are often already equipped with a carrier or corresponding attachments for panniers.
Which e-touring bike is the right one depends on the intended use. While classic trekking bikes are ideal for bike trips and the commute to work, compact versions such as the e-bikes in the Upstreet series from Flyer are ideal for taking on vacation. Thanks to small wheels and a compact frame, the bikes fit both on the bike rack and in the caravan. The range is rounded off by cargo trekking bikes. Even the smallest ones can explore the world comfortably.
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A real trekking bike with built-in tailwind
A powerful electric motor from Bosch, Yamaha or Panasonic is the heart of every e-trekking bike. Thanks to up to 250 watts of power, you are actively supported up to a speed of 25 km/h when pedaling, which makes cycling much more pleasant both in the city and in adverse weather conditions. With the help of the selectable support levels, you decide for yourself how strong the electric motor provides a tailwind. While you are cycling relaxed on the flat, you switch to maximum support on the hill and fly up the slope with the immediately noticeable power boost. Depending on the topography, powerful exchangeable batteries give you a range of up to 100 kilometers.
High-quality components for maximum safety
Our e-trekking bikes from CUBE, Scott, KOGA, Haibike, Flyer, Sinus and Winora are not only characterized by robust frames and powerful e-motors. At least as important are grippy V-brakes or disc brakes that are adapted to the high system weight and bring the bike safely to a halt even in dicey situations. Additional safety is provided by the lighting, which is pre-installed as standard on most e-trekking bikes and complies with the German Road Traffic Act (StVO), and which guarantees safe progress in road traffic even in the darker months of the year.
Difference to the E-City-Bike
With the E-City-Bike you have an upright seating position. This not only brings comfort to your daily cycling routes but - thanks to a better overview - also more safety in city traffic. Of course, an e-city bike is equipped in accordance with the StVZO and equipped with lights and reflectors, among other things.
This is what matters when buying trekking e-bikes...
When buying a bike, it's important that it fits your needs perfectly. This is no different with the e-touring bike. Therefore, be sure to pay attention to the following points:
- Frame: As far as frames are concerned, manufacturers offer trekking bikes in three frame shapes.
The standard version is the so-called diamond or men's frame. This makes the bike a bit lighter and provides a stiffer and sportier ride with more propulsion.
In contrast, the women's or trapezoidal frame has a somewhat deeper and thus more comfortable entry. However, bikes with this frame shape are somewhat heavier.
The third frame in the bunch is the so-called deep-entry frame with a deep-drawn top tube. Such frames are ideal if you want to mount a child seat on the bike. - Tires: E-trekking bikes have standard tire widths between 38 mm and 45 mm. On the one hand, this makes them narrow enough for fast progress and low rolling resistance. On the other hand, they offer a comfortable riding experience due to the volume. The somewhat coarser tread means they can also cope with light terrain.
The following applies: If you ride exclusively on asphalt, you can do without a coarse tread. Typical trekking tires are also characterized by high puncture resistance. This criterion should be taken into account when buying replacement tires. - Brakes: Today, trekking bikes are almost exclusively equipped with powerful disc brakes. Compared to hydraulic rim brakes, these have the advantage that they respond faster in wet conditions and show better braking behavior. The following applies: The heavier the bike (including load) the larger the diameter of the brake discs should be, so that they do not overheat on downhill rides.
- Saddle: If you want to sit comfortably and firmly in the saddle for long hours in nature, you need just that - a good saddle. An e-trekking bike is characterized by a comparatively soft and wide saddle that optimally cushions the sit bones. Another typical feature is the ability to adjust the saddle in fine increments. Some bikes even have suspension saddles that absorb bumps in light terrain and thus protect the buttocks and back.
- Handlebars: The subject of handlebars is an individual matter, this applies especially to the design. Whether wide handlebars, narrow handlebars, round handles or ergonomically shaped handles - that is entirely up to you. What is important is that the height is set correctly. With some e-bikes, this even works with the on-board tools during a tour thanks to the adjustable stem.
- Battery: For long tours, a strong battery is of great importance. On an e-trekking bike, this should be as large as possible. Battery capacities of approx. 500 to 650 kWh are common for our e-trekking bikes. If you need even more range for long tours or a cycling vacation, you can purchase a second battery from our range of accessories.
Suitable accessories for your e-trekking bike
An e-trekking bike alone is not enough for a successful bike trip. Only with the right accessories can you go on great tours. In our category bike accessories you will find everything a biker's heart desires, from mudguards and spare batteries to panniers and weatherproof bike clothing. You have questions about our e-bikes? Just give us a call or send us your questions by e-mail. Our team will be happy to help you!
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