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- Made for You in Germany: Riese & Müller assembles each bike in their factory in Weiterstadt, Germany to your specifications. This means that you can choose things like color, motor style, battery, drivetrain, and accessories. The New Wheel is here to help you to design the perfect bike. Learn more.
- A Bike With Attitude, and Perspective: An incredible commuter, to be sure, the Delite begs for weekend adventure. On or off-road explorations are facilitated by full-suspension and a unique rear cargo rack.
- Mountain and Step-Through Models Available: The Delite comes in a touring model (pictured above), but also as a mountain bike, and as a full-suspension step through. We may not always have these on the floor, but they are available to order.
- Full Suspension Means Comfort and Control: Full-suspension was adapted to bikes to make them easier to manage at speed. This speed capable bike incorporates front and rear suspension to keep you moving swiftly and in control. Of course, comfort is a huge benefit of full suspension, and enhanced by the upright riding position and ergonomic grips featured on every Delite model.
- Dual Battery Available on Delite: The only full suspension e-bike designed around the new Bosch Dual Battery System. Weight of the motor and batteries are centered to preserve great superb ride characteristics.
- Cantilevered Rear Rack Suspends Your Cargo: A beautifully designed cantilevered rear luggage rack allows rear suspension swing arm to suspend the rider and cargo, for ultimate control & comfort. Bike packers take note - rear rack available for Delite Mountain as well.
- Three Frame Sizes: Our staff can help you determine the perfect size frame for you. Frame sizes range from 49 - 56cm, ideal for riders 5'3" - 6'9".
- Lighting Fenders, Kickstand, Even an ABUS Lock, Standard: The Delite Touring models are seriously accessorized for urban use. Powerful front and rear IQ X lighting by Busch+Müller.
- A Warranty You Can Trust: Riese & Müller's warranty is backed by The New Wheel True Warranty™ and upheld by our professional service department. Includes 5-year frame coverage, 2 years for electronics, and 2 years for all other components (some exceptions apply).
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- Complimentary Service
- Your new electric bike comes standard with 6 months of complimentary service. To help ensure that your bicycle works great over its lifetime, we'll include a useful service schedule and can even send you handy reminder emails.
- Extended Service Options
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- Expert Service
- At The New Wheel our commitment to service is paramount. Throughout the lifetime of your bike, beginning with our exacting build and tune, we work to ensure that your bike performs reliably and enjoyably.
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- Service Membership
- Bikes purchased at The New Wheel are eligible for our unique Service Memberships. All memberships include unlimited tune-ups and 24/7 nationwide roadside assistance for total peace of mind. Upgrade to a Comprehensive Membership for even more benefits.
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Our Take
All Riese & Muller bikes are assembled in their factory in Weisenstadt Germany. This means you can customize virtually everything about the bike, including color, drivetrain, motor and battery capacity. Additionally Riese & Muller cargo bikes have many cargo bike accessories for the Packster.
Hello Weekend Adventures
Riese & Muller are known for incorporating full suspension into virtually any style of bike. The Delite is perhaps equal parts off-road e-bike, super commuter, and long-distance touring machine. The result is something that elicits daydreams, and weekend adventure schemes.
Fully Suspended Fun
Front and rear travel is 100mm, and the Delite Mountain offers a rear Fox Float 34 shock to soak up the bumps. Suspension increases control (especially at speed), preserves comfort, and has the added benefit of extending the lifespan of many components by reducing vibration related wear and tear.
Multiple Drivetrain Options
We love the three drivetrain options available on the Delite models - including Shimano derailleur, Nuvinci IGH, and even a Rolhoff hub option. The Rolhoff 14-speed internally geared hub requires minimal service and incredible feel and performance.
A Gates Carbon belt drive can be found on all Nuvinci models. Combined with a perfectly positioned pulley, the belt length and tension always remain constant while subjected to riding-related forces, making a belt tensioner a thing of the past.
Pair these drivetrain options with either a Bosch Performance Speed Motor or the High Torque Bosch CX Drive Motor.
A Rich History
The Delite was originally released in late-1990s as a full-suspension (though not electric) bike. Under constant production and regular revision, today's Delite is the product of nearly 20 years of German design and development.
New Dual Battery Technology
New for 2017, Riese & Müller is doubling the range of its E-Bikes with Bosch Dual Battery technology. This steps up battery capacity to 1,000 Wh, available on all Delite models. Depending on your needs, you may choose to bring along just one battery, or double up for a realistic range of 150 miles per charge. Using a charger, both batteries can be charged simultaneously.
Additional Model Options
There are numerous models within the Delite family, all of which can be ordered through The New Wheel. The Homage, a step-through version of the Delite, offers all the benefits of the Delite without the high top tube. The GT models of Delite upgrade components like rims, tires, and brakes for enhanced performance and serviceability.
All in All...
It's hard not to love this bike, in all of its incarnations and options. If you're looking for a commuter bike, and endless reasons to daydream about the weekends, this bike is sure to delight...
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Size 49cm, 54cm, 56cm Fork Suntour Aion LO-R, tapered Frame Aluminum with X-Fusion O2 Rear Shock (Fox Float 34 on Delite Mountain) Rims Mach1 650, 27,5" (Upgradable on Mountain and GT models) Tire Schwalbe (Tires Vary By Configuration) Hub Novatec (Nuvinci or Rolhoff Upgrade Available) Seat Ergon SMC4-L Gel Seat Post Satori Trident Brake Shimano Deore, disc brake (Magura MT-4 on GT models) Transmission Shimano SLX, 11-speed (Nuvinci Upgrade Available) Shifter Shimano SLX, 11-speed (Nuvinci or Rolhoff Upgrade Available) Gear Ratio Front: 18T, Rear: 11-42 for Shimano SLX Handlebars Humpert ergotec ErgoXXL, 31,8 mm Headset Acros AZX-220, tapered, block lock Stem Humpert ergotec Charisma, 90 mm, 20° -
Motor Bosch CX Drive (20 MPH) or Bosch Performance Speed (28 MPH) Power Pack Bosch PowerPack 500Wh @ 36 V, 13,4 Ah / Upgrade to Dual Pack @ 1000Wh Console Bosch Intuvia Ride Mode Torque Sensed Pedal Assist Max Range 50 or 100 miles with Dual Battery Top Motor Assist Speed 20 mph (28 mph optional upgrade) -
Front Light Busch & Müller Lumotec IQ Avy LED Rear Light Busch & Müller Tolight mini Fender Included (not on Delite Mountain) Rear Carry Rack Optional Chain Guard Yes Kickstand Included (not on Delite Mountain) Lock ABUS Bordo Plus included
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