Anyone running 2020 Schwalbe Marathon E-Plus ?

thanks all for the feedback, I don't intend to be racing with the tires and thought i read on the schwalbe website that the tires were rated up to 25km/h but saw that it was E-50 rated maybe i was reading the description wrong or mixed up some different tires. I also did a Filter with E-bike 50 tires and they didn't come up so that kinda threw me off.
 
Steph said:
thanks all for the feedback, I don't intend to be racing with the tires and thought i read on the schwalbe website that the tires were rated up to 25km/h but saw that it was E-50 rated maybe i was reading the description wrong or mixed up some different tires. I also did a Filter with E-bike 50 tires and they didn't come up so that kinda threw me off.
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No problem, happy to help. The confusing thing is that there are two similar ratings, E-25 and E-50, both of which are recommended for e-bike use. And the search tool doesn’t capture all the newer models. The reality is that the rating applies “for sustained speed” (not ‘maximum’) so to most people using a regular bicycle or even an e-bike with E-25 tyres, 25kph (15mph) is a sufficient average speed for typical use, indeed that’s the speed e-bike assistance is legally limited to on European roads. Most people will exceed that speed downhill, but not for long continuous stretches. The E-50 rated tyres are actually designed to suit use on unrestricted e-Bikes capable of a consistent 30mph which are legal to use on private roads and off-road. Personally, I don’t see any harm in equipping my eBike with the best tyres. But you may wish to shop around; I would suggest that any E-25 rated tyres will be suitable for most ‘normal’ cycling, the choice will be more about selecting between the intended main use: off-road, touring, fast road, gravel etc.
 
Smartiperson said:
No problem, happy to help. The confusing thing is that there are two similar ratings, E-25 and E-50, both of which are recommended for e-bike use. And the search tool doesn’t capture all the newer models. The reality is that the rating applies “for sustained speed” (not ‘maximum’) so to most people using a regular bicycle or even an e-bike with E-25 tyres, 25kph (15mph) is a sufficient average speed for typical use, indeed that’s the speed e-bike assistance is legally limited to on European roads. Most people will exceed that speed downhill, but not for long continuous stretches. The E-50 rated tyres are actually designed to suit use on unrestricted e-Bikes capable of a consistent 30mph which are legal to use on private roads and off-road. Personally, I don’t see any harm in equipping my eBike with the best tyres. But you may wish to shop around; I would suggest that any E-25 rated tyres will be suitable for most ‘normal’ cycling, the choice will be more about selecting between the intended main use: off-road, touring, fast road, gravel etc.
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i mainly using the bike as commuter/recreational there isn't much off road involved except for a light trail that i need to cross to get home if i take the shorter route. I mainly want something with added protection, There is a lot of class on the street due to car break ins and what have not and i recently hit some glass that i couldnt stop/avoid because there was a car next to me. it some damage to the tire but didnt puncture all the way through to hit the tube, but after putting some good mileage on it might be time to change it out sooner than later.

I guess my main concern is that if i do get the Marahthon's is this statement from the schwalbe website " new Marathon E-Plus is ECE-R75 certified and also ready for pedelecs with pedal assistance up to 25 km / h as well as S-pedelecs. " Are the S-Pedelces E50 ? and will they hold up if i keep riding at the 18-25 mph speed. i think i may be reading that out of context though because i know some countries are limited to the max ebike assistance.

Thanks again.
 
Steph said:
i mainly using the bike as commuter/recreational there isn't much off road involved except for a light trail that i need to cross to get home if i take the shorter route. I mainly want something with added protection, There is a lot of class on the street due to car break ins and what have not and i recently hit some glass that i couldnt stop/avoid because there was a car next to me. it some damage to the tire but didnt puncture all the way through to hit the tube, but after putting some good mileage on it might be time to change it out sooner than later.

I guess my main concern is that if i do get the Marahthon's is this statement from the schwalbe website " new Marathon E-Plus is ECE-R75 certified and also ready for pedelecs with pedal assistance up to 25 km / h as well as S-pedelecs. " Are the S-Pedelces E50 ? and will they hold up if i keep riding at the 18-25 mph speed. i think i may be reading that out of context though because i know some countries are limited to the max ebike assistance.

Thanks again.
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The Marathon E-Plus have the highest Schwalbe protection so if you're concerned about the state of your roads, I'd say they're worth going for. I haven't had a puncture yet, and I'm riding some badly potholed roads and some off-road dry dirt tracks.
Regarding the rating, I think the Schwalbe website could use clearer text, and it's unfortunate that as the E-Plus are new, they don't appear in their standard guide for E-rated tyres, you have to hunt them out. ECE-R75 means E-50 which of course includes (and exceeds) the needs of road legal eBikes up to 25kph. The definition of an S-pedelec is a higher powered bike capable of 28mph (so, yes, E-50). If you've got one of those, then they're not legal for UK road use, though some countries allow them. If you're got regular bicycle or road-legal eBike, then you're unlikely to constantly exceed 15mph unless you're 'fit racer' (in which case, why an eBike?) or you live at the top of a big hill and go for long fast downhill rides.
But on the other hand, there's no problem in having higher rated tyres, so on balance if you've got the money I would highly recommend the 2020 Schwalbe Marathon E-Plus - you won't regret it!
 
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I could never find the e-plus in 27.5 2.0 or larger. I ended up with their Mondials which are at the LBS now awaiting parts for new tire build. Hopefully they perform as well or better than the e-plus. They’re considerably lighter with Schwalbe’s premium compound. The puncture protection rated at 6. Eventually I’ll ‘observe and report’
 
Pulled the trigger on the marathon E-Plus!! Thanks for the input everyone !! Appreciate it! I ordered some schwalbe tubes to go with it but is there anything better I should try? Was gonna get some slime type tubes but since these have pretty good puncture resistance is the slimed tube necessary??
 
E-BikeAdvocate said:
There is a video on YouTube that Schwalbe produced, showing the Marathon E-Plus rolling over a pathway filled with thumbtacks. I would say give the Marathons a few weeks and you'll know just how good they are. If you do get a flat, then consider plan-B.

When you change to your new tires, check the rim and tape and remove any particles that might puncher the tubes. I do recommend having a decent floor pump at home (doesn't need to break the bank) and checking pressure once a week. When on the road, If possible carry a spare tube or two and a portable pump along with tire levers. In addition, basic tools such as a Park Tool AWS-10 Folding Hex Set in case something come loose.
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This video... see 1:20. ;)


 
Hello, I have some 700x40 kenda tyres currently on my e-bike, and would like to install Marathon E-Plus tyres but the only size I could get is 700x38. Would that size be ok to use?

Looking for advice as I mistakenly ordered Marathon Plus Tour tyres (700x40) first before discovering the E-Plus were a thing. Currently have both pairs sitting unused. The gist I get is that E-Plus will be better as they are easier to put on.

Any advice would be great as I will more than likely return one of the pairs.
 
Regarding tyre sizes, the suitability depends on the clearance your frame provides, and the size of your wheel rims. Chances are you‘ll be able to fit a range of sizes, but if you’re worried, check your rims against the very handy table in this article on Choosing Tyre Sizes. There’s some useful explanations included, but in summary, a wider tyre will be more comfortable and provide better grip over rough ground, whereas a thinner tyre will be faster over smoother surfaces.
Comparing your two models of selected tyres, looking at the Schwalbe specifications, both are well rated with high protection; the Tour Is E-25 and the E-Plus is E-50, so both are good for eBikes, the E-plus can also be used on an S-Pedelec. The difference is that the Tour is aimed at durability over high distance (hence the name) whereas the E-plus offers improved rolling and grip.
So the choice boils down to what you want to use them for.
 
Appreciate for the replies folks. The wheel/rim is 42-622. I've just put the e-plus on now, and it seems to be fine as far as I can tell. I will be just communting along railway cycle paths each day mostly.
 
The size you’ve quoted is another way of specifying 700x40c. But since the E-plus tyres are (slightly) thinner than your previous Kenda tyres, then clearance of your bike will be ok. Only if you had really wide wheel rims, there could be an issue. But chances are your wheel rims are 17mm or 19mm so are suitable for tyres anywhere between 28c - 50c, so the ones you have will fit. The E-plus are a great choice for a wide range of on & off road eBike use, so should be ideal for your purpose. Enjoy!
 
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I just ordered a set of these today for my Specialized Como 5.0. Should I use the existing tubes I have or get the Schwalbe tubes? Does it matter? My LBS said my existing tubes would be fine. Not sure what to do?
 
purdueboiler87 said:
I just ordered a set of these today for my Specialized Como 5.0. Should I use the existing tubes I have or get the Schwalbe tubes? Does it matter? My LBS said my existing tubes would be fine. Not sure what to do?
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tubes have wear and tear also. IMO always replace tubes when you get new tires.
 
purdueboiler87 said:
I just ordered a set of these today for my Specialized Como 5.0. Should I use the existing tubes I have or get the Schwalbe tubes? Does it matter? My LBS said my existing tubes would be fine. Not sure what to do?
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You don’t need specific Schwalbe tubes; these bike components are interchangeable between manufacturers. I’m using Conti tubes with mine. There may be some differences between products in terms of weight or strength, but none provide 100% puncture protection. I would advise while you’re replacing the tyres to examine the tubes and rim tape, and replace anything that’s worn.
 
A week ago, I had a flat in the rear wheel (unluckily, the one equipped with the hub motor), and the wheel was armed with Marathon E-Plus with Michelin Protek Max inner tubes (the latter marketed as "very hard to puncture" and "self-repairing"). Strange thing because I inspected the tyre rather thoroughly and could not find any trace of the puncture. After re-inflating the tube three times, the Michelin version of Slime apparently worked as I had no trouble to ride for the whole week. Now, suddenly, no air in the tube again.

I got furious, poured 60 ml of a good sealant for tubeless tyres into the tube, spun the wheel vigorously to spread the sealant inside the tube, and re-inflated the wheel. Let us see what the future holds.
 
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I have one on the working replacement motor wheel from my now defunct CCS. Just need another bike to put it on.
It was really squirrelly at first but improved somewhat until the bike died. It´s a very durable tire with a tread designed
for long distance touring, but I never felt entirely comfortable with it.
 
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