TestE-bike with Gates belt: The Victoria Avyon 5 in the MYBIKE test

Uli Frieß

 · 11.07.2023

The Victoria Avyon 5
Photo: Bernhard Huber
Cutting a fine figure on tarmac and gravel: the Victoria Avyon 5 brings a sporty touch to Victoria's trekking segment.

The new Avyon series complements Victoria's range of touring pedelecs for a wider range of applications. The pedelecs replace the E-Adventure series and extend its off-road capability. Their frame geometry is derived from hardtail E-MTBs, and the chunky 2.25-inch wide Maxxis tyres also make the bike suitable for field and forest trails. An off-road-compatible and adjustable air suspension fork with solid 34-millimetre stanchions and 100 millimetres of travel also ensures good traction on rough ground. While the predecessor model E-Adventure 11.9 still had a 625 Wh battery, the Avyon 5 has a 750 Wh energy source that delivers a substantial increase in range. The brakes and motor have been retained unchanged, while a mechanically shiftable Enviolo gear hub replaces the Nexus five-speed hub.



Panniers weighing up to 25 kilos can be attached to the deep cross struts of the rear rack to create a favourable centre of gravity.Photo: Bernhard HuberPanniers weighing up to 25 kilos can be attached to the deep cross struts of the rear rack to create a favourable centre of gravity.

Wide range of applications

With a slightly more elongated riding position, Victoria's Avyon 5 has a slightly sportier design, even if the handlebars are higher than the saddle height for the right size. The wide handlebars with ergonomic grips that are easy on the wrists also make the bike suitable for longer tours. The small frame is noticeably stiff, the front end with adjustable stem and thru-axle is satisfactorily torsion-resistant. The high-torque Bosch Performance CX motor accelerates the pedelec dynamically, even if the wide and heavy tyres and the high wheel weight of a good 30 kilograms take away some of the liveliness. However, the Avyon's strengths lie less in its lively handling and more in its wide range of use. Both on asphalt and on loose surfaces, the Victoria Avyon 5 is easy to control and with its 27.5-inch wheels, it can be manoeuvred with agility and precision despite its wide tyres. Riding comfort is high and the 2.25-inch wide Maxxis Crossmark II, together with the finely responsive fork, smoothes out even the roughest of road bumps.

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On tarmac, it develops a very audible rolling noise, but its grip on field and forest paths is excellent. The drivetrain with continuously variable Enviolo gear hub and Gates carbon belt is comfortable, low-maintenance and quiet. However, the hub also contributes to the Avyon's high weight. Its gear range of 380 per cent leaves little to be desired on pedelecs. It is very short on the Victoria: Even in the longest gear ratio, the Bosch Performance's cut-off limit is reached at a cadence of around 70 crank revolutions. Beyond 30 kilometres per hour, the legs whirl ...

Luggage transport, lighting and splash protection

Panniers weighing up to 25 kilos can be attached to the deep crossbars of the rear rack with a favourable centre of gravity - enough for longer tours. The Contec headlight guarantees good visibility even at night, and the rear light is elegantly integrated into the Curana mudguard. Cables and cables run invisibly through the frame, the battery cover is securely fastened, does not rattle and is easy to remove thanks to the easy-to-use fastener.

LED remote and Kiox 300 display from Bosch.Photo: Bernhard HuberLED remote and Kiox 300 display from Bosch.

Details about the Victoria Avyon 5

  • Model: VictoriaAvyon 5
  • Price: 4,899 Euro
  • Frame sizes: H: L, XL; W: S, M
  • Test bike weight: 30.3 kg
  • Permissible total weight: 140 kg
  • Frame: Aluminium
  • Fork: Suntour SF21 Mobie34 Air, 100 mm
  • Circuit: Enviolo, stepless; 46/22 teeth
  • Motor/battery: Bosch Performance CX/750 Wh
  • Brakes/ø: Disc, Shimano BR-M420/v: 203 mm, h: 180 mm
  • Tyres: Maxxis Crossmark II 27.5x2.25
  • Lighting system: Contec DLux 80 E+; Contec TL-335 E-Stop

Advantages and disadvantages

It couldn't be more convenient and informative:

  • Plus: Wide range of applications, sensibly equipped
  • Minus: Tyres a little noisy on asphalt, relatively heavy

Conclusion of the Victoria Avyon 5

The Avyon 5 is a sporty tourer with a wide range of use and a long range. The pedelec is sensibly equipped, the continuously variable gear hub is low-maintenance and always provides a customised gear ratio.

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