THE 2018 ROADSTER FROM RIESE & MULLER

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Weiterstadt, Germany - Riese & Müller - www.r-m.de - a maker of luxury eBikes sold worldwide has introduced the stylishly minimal and clean Roadster that will change how you look at eBikes. The Roadster’s sleek frame and traditional aesthetics combined with the best new e-technology are sure to catch the eye as you navigate urban areas or head out of the city and into the countryside.

Stylish, clean and minimal define the approach and lines of the redesigned Roadster while offering all of the technology and performance expected from Riese & Müller. The Roadster factors in concepts of classic bicycle frames: diamond frame construction, narrow rounded tube cross-sections, almost horizontal top-tube and delicate seat stays. The result is a clean, lightweight and sporty appearance that Riese & Muller have dubbed E-sthetics for those who love the classic construction and feel the technical elements of an eBike detract from the overall look of a bicycle. The Roadster incorporates a new, lighter Bosch Active Plus motor, the Gates belt drive, and Suntour NCX fork, bringing the total weight to just below 44 pounds. The Roaster is a perfect city rocket built for those who want all the benefits of an eBike in a classic look.

Features:

• Bosch Performance CX Motor
  
  
• 36V / 500 watt battery
  
  
• Shimano Deore 10-speed drivetrain
  
  
• Magura MT4 hydraulic brakes
  
  
• Suntour NCX Suspension Front Fork
  
  
• Three Available Sizes
  
  
• Mixte Model Available
  
  
• Available colors: Electric Green Metallic, Black Matte, White
  
  
• MSRP: $3879 (starting price)

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[e-boy]

Thanks for posting !
Nice step-thru and integrated front basket and light ; would be nicer with swept back handlebars .

 

[e-boy]

Oh , I see , it's an urban sporty racer !
"Its short stem provides high-speed, agile riding behaviour."
Very very nice bike !

Still , I'd like to see this one with swept back handle bars , and 700 x 45 or 50 mm vs. their 40mm .
But I guess that would be the Nevo Touring CX model , if same front basket and light could be integrated .

 

[Sonoboy]

Front chainring is larger than the motor housing, thus it could be catastrophic if you took this off-road without some additional protection. And yes, I understand this model is not designed for that. It's just an observation. Nice looking bikes.

 

[Saratoga Dave]

What’s with the full size crank? I haven’t seen that on a Bosch system before. Nice bike though, something a little lighter from R&M.

 

[Sonoboy]

What’s with the full size crank? I haven’t seen that on a Bosch system before. Nice bike though, something a little lighter from R&M.

This is Bosch's new design for the lower cost drives. It has a lower torque rating, so is not suggested for off-road use. It's for the rental market and hotel guest crowd. And, OK, even though I'm over 65, I guess they could also be aiming at the geriatric set. But it's not for me. I love my CX Drive! And I agree (with Bosch), it could be a great introduction to e-bikes!

 

[E-Wheels]

would be nicer with swept back handlebars .

and the with the integrated powertube battery

 

[e-boy]

Germany website shows Roadster with Active Plus drive option and Performance Speed , USA site only shows options for CX and Speed .
So , why CX option if this model is not meant for off pavement ?
Also , In general , Bosch Performance Cruise drive seems to be offered less and less .

 

[e-boy]

Some power tube models on the Germany website

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[Sonoboy]

Ohh, Ohh Ohh, love that last one! A step thru that incorporates the battery in the frame!

 

[e-boy]

Nice , but I think I prefer the Nevo , even though it's "junk" is showing .