Bergamont E-Horizon N5e FH 500 Wave Belt

The "E-Horizon N5e FH 500 Wave Belt" model from the "Bergamont" brand, released in 2022, is a high-quality e-bike suitable for a wide range of uses. Priced at EUR 3,399, it offers a comprehensive range of features and modern technology. The frame is made from a lightweight AL-6061 tube set and is designed for 28-inch wheels. The integrated Bosch PowerTube battery ensures a sleek appearance and a low centre of gravity. The maximum permissible weight is 140 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 27 kg.

The braking system comprises Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) and matching brake levers (BL-MT200), which ensure reliable braking performance. Gear changes are controlled via a Shimano Nexus 5-speed Revo shifter (SL-C7000), which allows for easy and precise gear selection. The Suntour NCX D LO fork, with 63 mm of travel and a lockout function, offers comfort and control on uneven roads.

High-quality LED lights from B&M provide the lighting: at the front, the B&M Upp with 30 lux, designed specifically for e-bikes, and at the rear, the B&M Toplight 2 C. The pedals are made from robust trekking-grade aluminium, whilst the bottom bracket and crankset are supplied by Bosch and FSA respectively. Power is transmitted via the low-maintenance Gates CDX Carbon Drive Belt, with a 46-tooth chainring and a 32-tooth sprocket.

The handlebars are BGM Pro Riser handlebars with a 40-degree rise and a height of 40 mm, which allow for a comfortable riding position. The grips are ergonomic BGM Comfort Double Density screw-on grips. The stem is also from BGM Pro and can be adjusted between 17 and 25 degrees. The headset is a semi-integrated FSA NO.57SC-1 A-Headset.

The rims are BGM Pro X17 disc-ready, combined with Schwalbe Energizer Plus tyres featuring reflective strips (47-622). The hubs are by Shimano: at the front, a Centre Lock disc hub with quick-release; at the rear, a Shimano Nexus SG-C7000-5 freehub hub with Centre Lock disc. The spokes are made of stainless steel and are silver in colour.

The saddle is a Selle Royal Essenza Plus for women, fitted to a BGM Pro seatpost. Curana Apollo mudguards with stainless steel struts and an Atran kickstand complete the specification. The luggage rack is a Racktime/BGM Trekking Pro with integrated mudguard mounts.

The motor is a third-generation Bosch Drive Unit Performance Line Cruise with an output of 250 W at 36 V, which provides assistance up to a speed of 25 km/h. The Bosch PowerTube battery has a capacity of 500 Wh and is charged using a Bosch Compact Charger (2A). The display is the Bosch Purion, which clearly shows all the key information.

Overall, the Bergamont E-Horizon N5e FH 500 Wave Belt offers a well-thought-out overall design that impresses in terms of both comfort and technology.