City and urban bikes 2022 - a lot of variety in everyday urban life: Anyone looking for an e-bike or bicycle for everyday use can look forward to a wide range. Here are the most interesting models for 2022 from the City & Urban area.
With or without a motor, sporty or comfortable, for leisurely tours or quick commutes: Anyone who rides a bike today has a wide range of options to choose from. And even if the focus of the bike industry is on e-bikes, there is a lot happening in the non-motorized sector: more than ever, sporty all-rounders with wide-ranged derailleur gears are in demand, which can do everything from commuting to work to multi-day tours with luggage. In addition, there is now something that looks almost like a mixture of proven mid-motor pedelecs and conventional bicycles: namely slim e-bikes with compact hub motors, which may not have quite as much thrust and endurance as Bosch bikes & co., but hardly ever heavier than a normal touring bike, discreetly designed and easy to use. Everyday cyclists are a long way from the same thing - now it's just a matter of choosing a suitable model from the wide range of the best city and urban bikes. But fortunately, the bicycle specialist trade is there to help.
Light as a feather through the city
With Stout and Stellar, i.e. diamond and trapeze models, the manufacturer from Tallinn in Estonia supplies one of the most elegant and lightest electric bikes on the market. With a permanently mounted 336 Wh battery and hub motor, the slim bike can be moved quickly and easily; despite the rigid fork, it rolls extremely comfortably. And with a weight of a good 17 kilos, it can be carried into the basement or into the apartment just as easily as a conventional touring bike. The digitization-savvy Balts leave out the display and have developed an app with numerous functions from route planners to trackers; the two riding modes – 100% and 150% support – can also be switched using the start button on the down tube.
2.490 € / amplerbikes.com
Simple and bold in everyday life
Dutch touring bikes can appear overloaded, but this is not the case with the traditional manufacturer's Dinsdag. With a rigid fork and frame battery, the electric bike appears simple and reserved; internally routed cables and the front light mounted on the fender ensure a tidy look. Technically, the touring bike offers no surprises: With Bosch Active Line Plus plus a 500 Wh battery, it is fast, but not overly torquey; Shimano Deore ten-speed gears and hydraulic rim brakes are a good standard. Frame locks and tension belts on the carrier are typically Dutch. Batavus offers the Dinsdag with trapeze and diamond frames in three sizes each; especially in view of the moderate price, the blue Dutch bike should be a good choice.
from €2.749 / batavus.de
London butterfly with extra thrust
The minimalist Brompton has been made in London largely unchanged since the mid-1970s and is hugely popular; However, the manufacturer could not resist the most important bicycle trend of the present. In order not to impair the clever folding mechanism and otherwise leave the bike largely unchanged, the British have opted for a compact front motor; the 300 Wh battery is simply clicked onto the head tube with its special bag. If you use public transport, you carry the battery over your shoulder – the bike itself then only weighs around 15 kilos. The motor controls are located on top of the battery. The E-Brompton may not be a rocket, but it is extremely manoeuvrable and agile - and unbeatable for bike & rail applications anyway.
from €3.495 / www.brompton.com
Sporty for fast commuters
You can hardly tell that the Urban Cologne is more than a speed bike: the minimalist holder for side panniers is just as discreetly integrated as the lighting system, but both turn the lightweight into a full-fledged everyday bike that is interesting for fast commuters, for example. The wide range of ten gears (rear 11-42 teeth, front 42 teeth) won't let the driver down even on the mountain; The 42 mm wide tires ensure driving comfort. The only thing that is unusual for many is the seating position of the urban bike, which is available with a diamond and trapezoidal frame: the handlebars and saddle are roughly at the same height, which ensures a sporty, flat posture.
1.099 € / bulls.de
Versatile powerhouse
The Bulls Sturmvogel is a real long-running hit. It has a stylish, classic look, is quite comfortable thanks to large-volume 27,5-inch tires and is powerfully motorized with Brose Drive T Mag. It's hard to beat in city traffic, especially since it comes with a solid rear carrier and Front basket a lot of payload allowed. The combination of a particularly robust five-speed gear hub and toothed belt is unbeatable, especially in view of the powerful engine: When starting off, you can shift up quickly, and the Gates CXD belt is practically maintenance-free and runs very smoothly. The color coordination of the components is pleasing, although the genuine leather handles are only partially practical in everyday urban life; the seating position is balanced and comfortable.
3.799 € / bulls.de
Distinctive (and) comfortable
Only rarely does a manufacturer succeed in creating a truly distinctive e-bike. Corratec has achieved this with the Life S, which is said to offer pure comfort and driving safety with 20-inch balloon tires, an extremely flat seat angle and the eye-catching "cruiser handlebars". The version revised for 2022 with an integrated battery looks much more modern without changing the original concept - you still have your feet on the ground faster than with normal bikes. With Bosch Active Plus, the Life S is well equipped according to the area of application; the frame-mounted luggage rack is also worth mentioning.
from €2.699 / corratec.com
Easy with twelve gears
With the Rubin Super Legere, the traditional East German manufacturer is the pioneer of a new species of sporty everyday bikes: carbon frame and full carbon rigid fork for direct steering and low weight; easy-to-use 1×12 drive instead of the bulky triple crank at the front; discreet look with elegantly integrated cables. The range of gear ratios of the 10-51 cassette is huge, and the simple bike is also very appealing in other respects, thanks to the high-quality equipment, the slim appearance and the snappy, handy character. An LED lighting system is of course also on board; the seating position is balanced and sporty and is fun in everyday life as well as on tours. In both cases, the self-damping of the carbon fiber material combined with the smooth-running 42 tires ensure a high level of comfort.
1.999 € / diamondrad.com
Almost invisibly electrified
The Austrian bike with an elegant retro look has been completely redesigned and is now equipped with a removable battery, which makes use and handling much easier, as well as a small LC display. With 444 watt hours, there are decent ranges - the manufacturer speaks of 85 to 125 km. BOS contributes the rear motor, which pushes hard in everyday use with 40 Nm of torque and runs almost without resistance above 25 km/h. It is interesting that the five support levels are each linked to a maximum speed - so you can decide at what speed you want to drive completely under your own power. All geero-Models come with derailleur gears; there are different equipment packages.
3.290 € / geero.de
Flaps with a modern shape
The striking frame of the Futura Fold has it all: the agile 20-inch model can be folded extremely compactly thanks to the folding joint, and is just as fast and durable on tours and in everyday life with Bosch Active Plus and a 500 Wh battery. The drive train with eight-speed hub and encapsulated chain is extremely low-maintenance; With height-adjustable handlebars and angle-adjustable stem, the bike can be easily adapted to people of different heights. This makes the elegant racer the ideal family bike that, despite the small wheels, does not require any compromises in terms of handling. Thanks to the solid rear rack, transporting luggage is also no problem.
3.699 € / hercules-bikes.com
Gentle boost for sporty drivers
There are many step-through bikes with powerful motors, but HNF Nicolai does it the other way around with the DS 3 and combines the rather gently pushing Bosch Active Line Plus with an overall quite sporty sitting position. And that's a good idea, because the compact unit likes to be moved with a rather high cadence and is then quite lively. In addition, the Active Plus runs with virtually no resistance when it is switched off - and this means that you can drive faster than 25 km/h on the HNF for a long time, whereby the slightly forward sitting position has a positive effect. With stepless gear shifting and belt drive, the urban bike is extremely low-maintenance, pleasantly comfortable with 47 tires and suspension fork and has enough stamina with a 500 Wh battery - so sporty city bikers should take a closer look.
from €3.790 / hnf-nicolai.com
Practical and practical
The i:SY, available in many colors, is the archetype of the compact e-bike with 20-inch wheels. The concept actually only has advantages: An i:SY weighs a good five kilos less than a conventional 28er bike, is extremely practical thanks to details such as the height-adjustable folding handlebars and the strut above the bottom bracket that acts as a carrying handle and is also pleasant to handle with safe handling. As the name suggests, the E5 ZR F comes with a five-speed freewheel gear hub from Shimano that has been optimized for e-bikes and is connected to the motor by a toothed belt. Bosch contributes to this – the high-torque Performance Line with a 500 Wh battery. You don't need more e-bikes for everyday use; no wonder that the i:SY is so popular.
3.699 € / isy.de
Driving fun with little technology
The Larkspur is a real feel-good bike, an eye-catcher with its unusual frame construction and tailored for relaxed leisure rides on a wide variety of terrain, be it in the city or off-road. With around 60 mm wide 27,5-inch tires and a flat steel fork, the all-rounder absorbs shocks and vibrations; Thanks to the 51-speed cassette with a size XNUMX "lifebuoy", you can crank up even steep climbs with ease. If you then want to ride downhill quickly, you will benefit from the lowerable seat post, which no mountain bike should be without today. Apart from that, the Larkspur is quite simply equipped; Of course, carriers, fenders and much more can be retrofitted. Only the whopping price can dampen the mood a bit.
1.169 € / marinbikes.com
Solid technology for your birthday
40 years of Pegasus is a good reason for anniversary models like the new Premio EVO. The blockbuster in the Pegasus stable has long stood for maximum solidity and plenty of practical use, and the 2022 version can improve on both counts. The switch to the new Bosch model generation was taken as an opportunity to construct a completely new frame, which, for example, features double chainstays. The steeper down tube now houses the new 750 Wh battery from Bosch, which feeds the powerful, now more compact Performance CX. The 2022 Premio EVO rolls on Schwalbe Marathon Almotion, which combines minimal rolling resistance with a lot of grip on loose ground; Also new in the program is the combination of five-speed hub shifted by twist grip, belt drive and disc brakes.
4.449 € / pegasus-bikes.de
Lots of function, very nicely packaged
The US bike is suitable for everyday use, but shows various very practical details despite all its sportiness. First of all, it pleases with its elegant aluminum frame, whose sloping top tube allows a lot of leeway with the seat height. The carrier is ideal for side bags, the twelve gears are extremely wide; top is the front light mounted on the stem. But the highlight of the Sirrus is the FutureShock system with 20 mm spring travel on the stem, which offers noticeable shock and vibration absorption and is almost invisibly integrated. Immensely practical in everyday life are the extremely long fenders, which effectively keep spray water away from the shoes and from the cyclists behind.
1.750 € / specialized.com
Step-through with top technology
With the new Turbo Como, Specialized is bringing a breath of fresh air to a segment that otherwise seems rather sluggish. The shape of the frame and sitting position ensure a lot of comfort, while at the same time there is a whopping 90 Nm of torque when the "Turbo 2.2" motor is really challenged and pushes its peak output of 560 watts. The 710 Wh battery ensures that even hilly tours don't end with an empty tank. In addition to the powerful engine and the striking handlebars, the Como has a lot more to offer: the system's "Mission Control" app offers numerous functions, including an immobilizer with motion alarm; the Como 5.0 is also equipped with a rear radar that displays approaching vehicles. Hardware includes 80mm suspension fork and spring post; either the stepless Enviolo hub or a Sram derailleur with eleven gears is available.
from €5.000 / specialized.com
Everyday athletes and evergreens
How long has Stevens been building the Strada? It must be around 20 years, because that's when the "speed bike" concept came up: unsprung, light sports bikes with racing bike components, but without drop handlebars. The "Tour" version remains true to itself in the new model year: The sitting position is very sporty with a significant overhang, as is the road bike gear system - a Shimano Ultegra - with a closely graduated 11-28 tooth ring at the rear and 50/34 teeth at the front, which is tight uphill calves required. The tires, which are at least 35 mm wide, ensure comfort, and with close-fitting sports mudguards and a full-fledged lighting system with hub dynamo plus bright Supernova spotlight, the Strada is suitable for everyday use. All of this promises driving pleasure on fast commutes and trim tours, and so the concept can last another 20 years.
2.099 € / stevensbikes.de
Market entry with new suspension
The US manufacturer of lightweight sports bikes with magnesium frames is venturing into the world of e-bikes with a new kind of suspension concept. In the system called "Nail'd", the unsprung masses include not only the wheels but also the main frame; Motor, battery, driver and payload are decoupled from this. The provider promises itself (or its customers) a particularly efficient suspension, especially at higher speeds and larger loads, and traction and road holding should also be optimal. The independent look of the E/1 is determined by the solid rear carrier and the large front basket; the seat mast can be adjusted in height without tools. It also conceals the battery of the Bosch CX system, which provides powerful propulsion. The high-priced bike is available with derailleur gears and with two different gear hubs.
from €6.649 / www.vaastbikes.com
Inexpensive and convenient for everyday use
Typical touring bikes like the Tria N8 are always very popular. Suspension components and an upright sitting position are also available on the market compared to the sporty urban bikes, and the classic combination of hub gears and coaster brake is also still up-to-date. The city pedelec is also being modernized at the same time: disc brakes are a matter of course today, and for the new model year Winora has even given the discreet bike an integrated battery. This supplies a Bosch Active Plus with 500 watt hours of electricity, which means that the harmoniously pushing unit can last several days without recharging. There is no question that the comfortable step-through bike is a good choice for everyday use – not least because of the low price.
2.699 € / winora.com