Bergamont Summerville N7 CB aubergine

The “Summerville N7 CB aubergine” model from Bergamont, released in 2024, is a high-quality city bike that stands out for its stylish retro look and functional features. The frame is made from a lightweight AL-6061 tube set and is designed for 28" (26") wheels. The maximum load capacity is 125 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 18 kg. It is suitable for riders between 155 cm and 169 cm in height.

The braking system consists of Tektro V-brakes at both the front and rear, operated via Tektro CL-330TS brake levers. Power is transmitted via a Shimano Nexus 7-speed twist shifter (SL-C3000), combined with an Alloy Classic crankset with 38 teeth and a Shimano 19-tooth sprocket. The chain is a KMC Z610 with rust protection.

The fork is a BGM Classic rigid steel fork. Lighting is provided by a BGM Summerville Classic LED front light and an LED rear light with a parking light function. The pedals are made of aluminium and designed for city riding. The bottom bracket is a sealed cartridge BSA, ensuring durability and low maintenance.

The handlebars are BGM Classic Chrome City handlebars, 660 mm wide, fitted with BGM Summerville Retro screw-on grips in a leather-look finish. The stem is 40 mm long and has a clamp diameter of 25.4 mm. The headset is a threaded BGM Classic with a diameter of 1 1/8".

The rims are BGM Classic X14, eyelet-style and fitted with CNC-machined brake flanges; the spokes are made of stainless steel and finished in silver. The tyres are Schwalbe Big Ben (Road Cruiser) with reflective strips, both front and rear in size 50-622 (47-559). The hubs are by Shimano: a DH-C3000 hub dynamo at the front and a Nexus SG-C3001-7 with a coaster brake at the rear.

The saddle is the BGM Summerville Retro in a leather-look finish and is spring-mounted, fitted to a BGM Classic seatpost. The mudguards and chain guard also feature a classic design. The kickstand is by Atran, and the aluminium luggage rack is compatible with the Racktime Snapit 2.0 system and comes with an elastic strap.

Overall, the Bergamont Summerville N7 CB aubergine offers a good balance of style and functionality at a price of 699 EUR. It is ideally designed for urban use and impresses with its well-thought-out features and high-quality finish.