Ideal step-through bike with full suspension? The Centurion Country LX on test
Adrian Kaether
· 02.12.2025
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"The benchmark among full-suspension step-through bikes". Did we take a wrong turn? Centurion is usually known for Swabian understatement, but now head of development Hannes Genze is running his mouth. And rightly so, as we will find out later.
The fact is: Centurion has completely redesigned the successful Country LX model with full suspension and low step-through. The frame with invisible weld seams and integrated chain guard has been given a stylish and modern look. Thanks to finite element calculations, Centurion has been able to make the step-through even wider and lower, the integration of the shock behind the seat tube even slimmer and still save a good half a kilogramme on the frame. That's a word! The S-frame is particularly compact for small people.
The most important information about the Centurion Country LX
- Motor: Bosch PX or CX, 90 or 100 Nm max. torque
- Battery: 800 Wh (removable), entry-level model also with 600 Wh
- Frame material: Aluminium
- Frame shape: low step-through with full suspension
- Suspension travel: 120/120 mm
- Wheel size: 27.5 inch
- Frame sizes: S, M, L, XL,
- Price: 4199 to 5699 euros >> available here
- Weight: approx. 30 kg
- Max. System weight: 150 kg
- Warranty: Lifetime on the frame
- Special features: Specially designed mudguards for wide MTB tyres, multi-use head tube for bottle cage/luggage rack/range extender, particularly deep and wide step-through
High-quality equipment and fresh Bosch power
The bottom bracket houses the new, extra quiet motor generation from Bosch with Performance Line PX and CX motors, including a long range 800 battery. The new PX touring motor is used on the R900, while the R2000 models rely on the even more powerful CX. The LX does not skimp on comfort. The battery can be conveniently removed from the top of the frame. A dropper post is also on board, as are large displays and even ABS on the top model. In addition to a bottle cage, the range extender or a front carrier with matching bag can also be mounted on the head tube.
Centurion has developed extra-wide mudguards to provide sufficient tyre clearance even with wide SUV and mountain bike tyres. They are already being used in the Numinis EQ SUV, which has already been awarded the sports tip in our test. The suspension travel on the LX is now a whopping 120 millimetres. That's a lot for a step-through bike. The same applies to the weight allowance of 150 kilograms.
Maximum ride comfort and top steering behaviour
And the bike rides with corresponding confidence. The deliberately comfort-orientated suspension setup pays off with a ride that feels like the proverbial flying carpet. Without having a direct comparison: But we have never experienced a step-through bike that is so sensitive and at the same time so forgiving of big bumps.
The riding position on the Country LX is pleasantly upright. The ergonomics and saddle are just as pleasing as the sensibly chosen equipment. Our test bike even comes with ABS, which, in combination with Shimano's four-piston brakes, enables not only powerful but also safe braking manoeuvres even on slippery surfaces. The stiffness is also remarkably good for a step-through bike. We have not yet been able to test the bike with panniers. But unloaded, the steering hardly wobbles even at high speeds. So it's quite possible that the Centurion is indeed setting new standards here.
From 4199 Euro
The Country R2000 LX ABS costs 5699 euros and is only available in chrome black. The R2000 LX without ABS costs 5299 euros in the colours Signature Red or Navy Grey. The R900 LX starts at 4399 euros with an 800 Wh battery or 4199 euros with a 600 Wh battery. The colour options are Vintage Green or Black. All models weigh around 30 kg and are designed for a maximum total weight of 150 kg. The bikes should be available immediately.
Country R2000 LX ABS
- Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX with IMU
- Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800 Wh
- Display: Bosch Kiox 500
- Fork: SR Suntour MOBIE34 BOOST ABS EQ
- Brake: Shimano Deore 4-piston ABS
- Price: 5,699 euros
Country R2000 LX
- Motor: Bosch Performance Line CX
- Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800 Wh
- Display: Bosch Kiox 300
- Fork: SR Suntour MOBIE34
- Brake: Shimano CUES 4-piston
- Price: 5,299 euros
Country R900 LX
- Motor: Bosch Performance Line PX
- Battery: Bosch PowerTube 800/600 Wh
- Display: Bosch Purion 200
- Fork: SR Suntour XCM34 BOOST
- Brake: Tektro Gemini SL
- Price: 4,399/4,199 euros
Also new: Country L and Country T
In addition to the technical flagship Country LX with full suspension, Centurion is also relaunching the touring bikes Country L (step-through) and the Country T (trapezoidal frame). Both bikes have similar features to the LX. They are powered by the new Bosch generation with Performance Line PX and CX motors. They also get the top tube interface for front racks etc., the wide mudguards and ABS in co-operation with Shimano brakes in the top models. The Country L is also available with a belt and Enviolo automatic gears. Prices range from 3799 (Country T) to 5899 euros (Country L R4000).
Conclusion on the Country LX from Centurion
After a short test ride in the Black Forest, the Country LX leaves us with an excellent impression. High-quality workmanship and with great suspension and components, the bike is right up to date. The price, even for the top model LX R2000, remains comparatively fair in view of the full suspension and ABS. - Adrian Kaether, Test Manager MYBIKE
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