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The 2022 Kalkhoff IMAGE 3.B EXCITE is a versatile e-bike which, at a price of 3,649 EUR, offers a wide range of features designed to prioritise comfort and performance. The frame is made from robust IntegrAle 0.1 aluminium, which gives the bike stability and durability. Fitted with a Shimano Nexus 5-speed gearbox and a Gates Carbondrive CDX drive system, the bike offers a smooth and quiet ride. The Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes, with 180 mm and 160 mm rotors at the front and rear respectively, ensure reliable braking performance in a range of weather conditions.
The SR Suntour NEX E25 HLO fork with lockout function allows you to adapt to different riding conditions, whilst the adjustable aluminium stem and Ergon GC10 grips offer additional comfort. The bike features a comprehensive lighting system comprising the Herrmans H-Black MR4 LED front light and the Herrmans H-Trace LED rear light, which ensure visibility and safety on the road.
The Schwalbe Energizer Active Plus tyres in size 50-622 guarantee good grip and puncture resistance, whilst the Concept SDR Light rims contribute to an overall light riding experience. The Bosch Performance Line motor, with 36 V / 250 W and a torque of 65 Nm, provides powerful assistance, controlled via the Bosch Intuvia LCD display with control panel and Walk Assist.
Other features include a comfortable aluminium crankset with a length of 170 mm, a patented suspension seatpost for added comfort on uneven terrain, and a Tour aluminium luggage rack for practical transport options. The frame geometry, with a seat tube length of 500 mm, a head tube angle of 72 degrees and a seat tube angle of 75 degrees, is designed to provide a balanced and comfortable riding position. With a top tube length of 619 mm and a wheelbase of 1117 mm, the IMAGE 3.B EXCITE offers stable handling that is suitable for both city riding and longer tours.
| Brakes | Shimano MT200, hydraulic disc brake |
| Frame | IntegrAle 0.1, aluminium |
| Drivetrain | Shimano Nexus, 5-speed, front: 42, rear: 28 |
| Shift levers | Shimano Nexus |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX E25 HLO, lockout |
| Crankset | aluminium 170mm |
| Sprocket | Gates Carbondrive CDX |
| Drive | Gates Carbondrive CDX |
| Handlebar | Tour, aluminium |
| Grips | Ergon GC10 |
| Stem | Aluminium, adjustable |
| Seatpost | Patent, suspension |
| Rims | Concept SDR Light |
| Tires | Schwalbe Energizer Active Plus, 50-622 |
| Spokes | Niro |
| Pedals | Comfort, aluminium |
| Front light | Herrmans H-Black MR4, LED |
| Rear light | Herrmans H-Trace, LED |
| Mudguards | plastic, with edge protector |
| Rack | Tour, aluminium |
| Motor manufacturer / model | Bosch Performance Line 36 V / 250 W / 65 Nm |
| Display | Bosch Intuvia LCD, with control panel and walk assist |