Kalkhoff ENTICE 7.B ADVANCE+ ABS

The "ENTICE 7.B ADVANCE+ ABS" model from Kalkhoff, released in 2023, is a high-quality e-bike which, at a price of 5,799 EUR, offers a wide range of advanced features and components. The bike’s frame is made from Integrale 1.6 aluminium, ensuring a robust yet lightweight construction. With a maximum load capacity of 170 kg, the bike is also suitable for heavier loads or luggage.

Safety is ensured by the Magura MTC ABS braking system with hydraulic disc brakes and 2-piston technology, which guarantees reliable braking performance. The bike’s drivetrain consists of an 11-speed Shimano Deore XT Linkglide, operated via a Shimano Deore XT shifter. This enables precise and smooth gear changes across the full range of 11 gears.

Suspension is provided by a Suntour Mobie34 ABS Air fork with 100 mm of travel, ensuring a high level of comfort on uneven terrain. For lighting, the bike is fitted with a Supernova Mini 2 front light with a high-beam function and a Spanninga Pimento rear light.

The e-bike is fitted with aluminium MTB flat pedals featuring reflectors. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano CN-LG50 and a Shimano Deore sprocket system. The handlebars are Concept EX Riser, whilst the stem is an adjustable Concept EX with a length of 80 mm.

The rims are Rodi TRYP35 with double eyelets, and the tyres are Schwalbe Smart Sam in size 57-584, which ensure good traction and stability. The spokes are made of stainless steel, and the hubs are fitted with a 15x100 mm thru-axle at the front and a 12x142 mm Shimano GRX RS470 thru-axle at the rear.

The bike’s saddle is a Fizik Terra Aidon, mounted on a By Schulz Parallelogramm G.2 suspension seatpost for added comfort. The bike features plastic mudguards with edge protection and a Racktime System Carrier luggage rack.

The bike is powered by a Bosch Performance Line CX Smart System motor with 36 V, 250 W and 85 Nm of torque. The battery is a high-performance Li-ion battery with a capacity of 750 Wh, and the display is a Bosch Kiox 300 colour display with Walk Assist function.

The bike’s geometry features a seat tube length of 427 mm, a top tube length of 625 mm, a head tube angle of 69 degrees and a seat tube angle of 78 degrees. Other dimensions include a chainstay length of 465 mm, a bottom bracket drop of 50 mm, a fork offset of 44 mm and a standover height of 804 mm. The fork installation height is 481 mm, the crank length is 170 mm and the wheelbase measures 1224 mm. These specifications ensure a balanced and comfortable riding position, suitable for both everyday use and longer rides.