Conclusion: A bargain with substance
The Pegasus Codo SL 7F offers excellent value for money. It’s a thoroughly well-designed bike for city riding and everyday use, featuring in-hub gears, decent brakes and even a Racktime luggage rack, meaning you hardly have to make any compromises. - Adrian Kaether, Testing and Technology Editor
A new take on the everyday bike
Pegasus is relaunching its classic touring bikes without motors in 2027. Depending on the specification, they are called Codo (entry-level), Solero (mid-range) or Premio (top-of-the-range). The developers placed particular emphasis on modern geometry and a lightweight design combined with high stability.
The Codo SL 7F is practically the most affordable bike in the new range. And anyone standing in front of it is bound to be amazed: the bike, which comes in a trendy shade of lavender, looks significantly more upmarket than its modest price tag would suggest. Its sleek design and surprisingly high-quality components suggest a well-thought-out package, developed with a clear focus on everyday practicality.
Good value, yet not heavy
Weighing in at 16.6 kilograms, the Codo SL 7F falls within a respectable weight range for an affordable city bike. The rigid fork, manufactured in-house by Pegasus from aluminium, plays a major part in this. It’s absolutely the right choice for a bike like this. Affordable suspension forks are often considerably heavier, offer hardly any suspension and also require regular maintenance. The rigid fork is clearly the better option here.
The centrepiece: Shimano Nexus 7-speed in-hub gear system
Whilst many bikes in this price range opt for budget derailleur systems, Pegasus has fitted the Codo SL 7F with a Shimano Nexus 7-speed in-hub gear system. This system is fully enclosed, making it largely resistant to dirt, rain and mechanical wear and tear. Maintenance requirements are virtually non-existent, which is a huge advantage, particularly for all-weather cyclists.
Gear changes are made using a twist grip and can even be carried out whilst stationary – a convenience advantage over a derailleur system, which requires more precise timing. Seven gears are perfectly adequate for a city bike and comfortably cover both flat terrain and moderate inclines. And speaking of comfort: this is a top priority at the contact points too, thanks to a tried-and-tested Selle Royal Essenza saddle, drop handlebars and an adjustable stem.
Brakes: Hydraulic system for 699 euros
No corners have been cut when it comes to the brakes either. The Codo SL 7F is equipped with simple but reliable Tektro TKD-176 hydraulic disc brakes. Compared to mechanical brakes, they offer significantly more consistent braking response, work reliably even in wet conditions and require less hand force. Absolutely top-notch for this price range.
Racktime brackets and Pletscher stands
Despite its hub gears and hydraulic brakes, the Codo SL 7F also impresses in the finer details. Naturally, the bike comes fitted with a Shimano hub dynamo, which powers the lights without the need for additional batteries. The side stand is not a no-name product but a high-quality component from Pletscher.
The Racktime luggage rack is a real surprise: Racktime is regarded as one of the leading manufacturers of bicycle luggage racks in German-speaking countries, and the Snap-it 2.0 system is an open standard that opens up a wide range of compatible bags and accessories. It can carry a whopping 30 kilos. Schwalbe’s straightforward Clik-Valve valves and modern, wide 47-millimetre Schwalbe Road Cruiser tyres round off the spec.
Technical specifications at a glance:
| Price | €699 (RRP) |
| Weight | 16.6 kg |
| Fork | Pegasus Aluminium (rigid fork) |
| Circuit | Shimano Nexus 7-speed hub gear system |
| Brakes | Tektro TKD-176 hydraulic disc brake |
| Light | Hub dynamo with lights |
| Luggage rack | Racktime Snap-it 2.0 |
| Colour | Light Purple |
Adrian Kaether
Editor
