Kreidler Raise RT7S

The 2020 Kreidler Raise RT7S is a city bike that stands out for its high-quality components and modern design. Priced at 1,049 EUR, it offers good value for money for a bike in this category. The frame is made from 6061 aluminium and is designed for 28-inch wheels, giving the bike a robust yet lightweight structure. The bike’s total weight is 14 kg, making it a good choice for urban use.

The Raise RT7S’s braking system consists of Shimano BR-MT200 disc brakes with a diameter of 160 mm, which ensure reliable braking performance. The brake levers are Shimano Altus 3-finger levers, designed for comfortable operation. The gear lever is a Shimano Alfine trigger, which, in combination with the Shimano Nexus 8-speed freehub hub, enables precise and easy gear changes.

For lighting, the bike is fitted with a 70 LUX LED front light, which features a parking light function. The rear light is the Busch&Müller Toplight 2C Plus model, also with LED and a parking light function, ensuring increased safety in low-light conditions.

The bike’s drivetrain is based on a Gates CDN belt system, comprising a crankset with a 46-tooth pulley and a 24-tooth sprocket. This system is renowned for its durability and low maintenance. The handlebars are a SONOS aluminium trekking model with a width of 640 mm, complemented by Herrmans DD37 grips with screw clamps for added comfort.

The bike features an aluminium fork and Schürmann YAK19 Disc rims, which are also made of aluminium. The tyres are Schwalbe Marathon Racer, size 35-622, with reflective sidewalls that ensure greater visibility in traffic. The hubs include a Shutter Precision PL-8 low-friction hub dynamo and the aforementioned Shimano Nexus 8-speed hub.

The saddle is a Selle Royal Milo Plus model, mounted on a Humpert Atar aluminium seatpost. SKS plastic mudguards and an adjustable Pletscher Comp Flex rear stand round off the specification, making the Kreidler Raise RT7S a versatile companion in an urban environment.