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eBikes cost a small fortune, so the purchase needs to be carefully considered. Because in the eBike test of the Stiftung Warentest, only four out of twelve bikes were really good.
They make it easier for us to get to the daycare center, let us take our purchases home with ease and make cycling tours a pleasant ride: eBikes, also known as pedelecs, have long ceased to be a pensioner vehicle, but a popular means of transportation for everyone who likes to want to spend more time on the bike without putting their physical condition to great challenges. However, the battery-operated bicycles are not exactly cheap, they are clearly in the four-digit range. The latest eBike test from Stiftung Warentest provides good guidance when choosing.
This is how the eBike test of the Stiftung Warentest went
For the eBike Test, Stiftung Warentest took a closer look at a total of twelve eBikes. The twelve pedelecs were all equipped with a mid-engine, hydraulic disc brakes, a wave frame and a fully integrated battery, preferably with 500 watt hours. In terms of price, all eBikes were fairly close together: between € 2,150 and € 3,500. All models were purchased from November 2019 to January 2020. In the test, driving (40%), drive (20%), handling (20%) and safety and durability (20%) were tested for all pedelecs.
eBike test: an overview of the test results
Only four of the twelve eBikes tested received a “good” rating. At least three received a “satisfactory”. With three other models it was just enough for a “sufficient”, two were even defective and failed in the test. This was because these two wheels could not withstand high temperatures and started to burn. Only one bike, the test winner from KTM, received the top rating for its riding characteristics, but almost all of them achieved a “good” here.
The test winners:
The KTM Macina Tour 510 bike received the best overall rating (1.7) of all eBikes. It was the best ride on all bikes and even received a “very good” for its riding characteristics. Behind it is the E-Courier PT5 model from Stevens (grade 2.3). At least there was a “good” here for the driving characteristics. The same applies to the Pegasus Premio Evo 10 Lite model (overall grade 2.4). The eBike Raleigh Kent 9 drove a little worse, but still got a grade of 2.4 overall.
The four test winners of the eBike test in detail
The test winner: KTM Macina Tour 510
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The eBike from KTM scores best with an overall grade of 1.7. It was the clear favorite of all testers. In the test, it turned out to be a manoeuvrable bike that was the only one to score “very good” for its driving characteristics. Both with and without luggage, the bike was very stable, seat post and fork are sprung. The built-in Bosch motor provides powerful support for driving. The battery lasts for approx. 55 km. The only drawback: at 26 kg, the bike is quite heavy and can therefore not be carried well if necessary. All other bikes in the test were about as heavy.
Price: The eBike from KTM costs around € 2,800 at Lucky Bike.
Stevens E-Courier PT5
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The eBike E-Courier PT5 from Stevens received the second best rating: It convinced in the test and received an overall grade of 2.3. It should be a little less manoeuvrable than other bikes from the test and have a little more difficulty with the hub gear uphill. Nevertheless, according to Stiftung Warentest, it runs well overall and above all quietly. A Bosch drive is also installed here. The battery of the Stevens eBike lasts about 51 km and should charge quickly. This bike also weighs 27 kg and is therefore not easy to carry.
Price: The Stevens eBike costs around € 3,000.
Pegasus Premio Evo 10 Lite
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The model Premio Evi 10 Lite from Pegasus lands just behind the eBike from Stevens (overall grade 2.4). According to Stiftung Warentest you have an upright sitting position when driving. The bike is stable, even with a lot of luggage. According to the test, the Bosch motor is powerfully and sensibly graded. However, this eBike is said to be very loud. The battery lasts about 55 km. The 28 kg of this bike can be lifted slightly better on the crossbar on the engine than on the other eBikes.
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Price: The Pegasus eBike costs around € 3,100.
Raleigh Kent 9
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Last but not least, the eBike from Raleigh, which also achieved an overall rating of 2.4. According to the test report, it drives well and sportily through the wide handlebars, but it quickly becomes unsafe with luggage. However, it does not become dangerous, which is why the “driving” test area was rated “satisfactory”. The Bosch motor provides powerful support when driving. The quickly rechargeable battery lasted for 52 km in the test. There was a deduction for the saddle, which unfortunately cannot be easily adjusted. The bike weighs 26 kg and is difficult to carry.
Price: The Raleigh eBike costs around € 2,800.
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The complete test results of the Stiftung Warentest are available here.
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familie.de conclusion
Particularly important for parents: can you safely put a child seat on the luggage rack? It is allowed. The eBikes from KTM and Pegasus are best for this, because according to the Stiftung Warentest they are very stable. In this case, the model of the Raleigh brand is not advisable, because it shouldn’t be as stable to drive with luggage. It is important if you are traveling with a child seat, a full battery. Because the bikes are not so light and with a child on the back of the bike it is otherwise quite exhausting.
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