The sturdy step-through main frame inspires confidence, the suspension support and fork promise comfort and the look is cosy. The Velo De Ville looks pleasing, but not boring. Unfortunately, the manufacturer AT-Zweirad was unable to supply a diamond frame for the test date, but the step-through model was also able to hold its own in the pannier test. In fact, the aluminium frame itself is also a success in terms of workmanship and appearance, just look at the beautiful transitions on the headset. The slightly more upright touring position is also a success, and the stem helps to fine-tune the riding position. City use is also pleasant due to the relaxed, well-balanced handling and the curved handlebars, and with the soft comfort saddle you were thinking more about short distances anyway.
The sustainably produced Green Marathon tyres roll easily over asphalt. The discs (18 at the front, 16 at the rear) decelerate well, but a thru-axle at the front would be a desirable safety bonus. When things get rough, the suspension support with individually selectable spring stiffness and the RST fork deliver what they promise - with the exception of cobblestones. The rack has a second railing and removable mounts for the Ortlieb QuL3.1 system. There are also eyelets on the headset. The more maintenance-intensive derailleur gears are designed for sporty touring use and are not the ideal solution for everyday use in the city, but this Cues version is easy on the wallet.
Conclusion on the Velo de Ville AEB 990 in the test
The Velo de Ville AEB 990 has pleasant handling, smooth running and good comfort values to its credit. For all-round use, we recommend a hub gear with 8 or 11 gears rather than the derailleur gears used here - customising makes it possible.
Velo de Ville AEB in detail
- Price: 4827 Euro
- Test bike weight: 30.1 kg
- Permissible total weight: 140 kg
- Frame size: 45/48/53/58/63 (test size bolded)
- Frame: Aluminium
- Fork: RST Volar suspension fork, 80 mm
- Circuit: 11-speed chain, Shimano Cues U8000
- Motor/battery: Bosch Performance Line CX, Bosch 625 Wh PowerTube
- Brakes: Shimano MT 200
- Tyres: Schwalbe Green Marathon, 50-622
- Front/rear lighting system: Busch&Müller IQ-X, Herrmans Nordic Trace Plus
- Maximum carrier load: 27 kg
- Special features: Ortlieb QuL 3.1 bag adapter, exchangeable deck system on the pannier rack for accessories, suspension parallelogram seatpost, frame lock
