Bergamont Sweep 4 EQ

The "Sweep 4 EQ" model from Bergamont, released in 2022, is a versatile bicycle available for €999. The bike’s frame is made from an ultra-lightweight AL-6061 tube set and has a 28-inch size. The maximum load capacity is 125 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 12 kg.

The Sweep 4 EQ is fitted with Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (model BR-MT200), which, together with 160 mm brake discs at the front and rear, ensure reliable braking performance. The brake levers are also by Shimano (model BL-MT200). The drivetrain comprises a Shimano Claris RD-R2000 rear derailleur with a long cage and Shimano Claris SL-R2000 shift levers, enabling a 2x8-speed drivetrain. The front derailleur is also a Shimano Claris FD-R2000.

The bike’s fork is a Sweep Alloy with quick-release and mounting points for mudguards. The pedals are the Wellgo LU895 model. The bottom bracket is a Shimano BB-UN300 with a BSA thread. The crankset is a Shimano FC-RS2000 with 50/34 teeth, whilst the cassette is a Shimano CS-HG31-8 with 11–34 teeth. Power is transmitted via a KMC X8 chain.

The handlebars are Syncros 3.0 riser bars with a width of 660 mm, and the grips are Syncros Urban. The stem is a Syncros 3.0 with an angle of +/-10 degrees. The headset model is the BGM F13-C, a semi-integrated A-headset with a tapered head tube.

The bike features Shining DB-T260 rims and Schwalbe Spicer Plus tyres with PunctureGuard technology and reflective strips, size 35-622. The hubs are BGM Pro models with CentreLock disc brake mounts and quick-release skewers, and the spokes are made of black stainless steel.

The saddle is a Syncros Tofino 2.5, and the seatpost is also a Syncros 3.0 model. The bike is fitted with BGM Allroad mudguards, 40 mm wide, and features a Racktime / BGM Allroad luggage rack with the SnapIt system.

In summary, the 2022 Bergamont Sweep 4 EQ offers a well-thought-out specification designed for reliability and comfort. It is a high-quality bike suitable for a variety of uses and impresses with its high-quality components.