Riese & Müller Riese & Müller Charger4 touring 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 100mm
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Fork Suntour XCR
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Groupset XT, FSA
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 250W 85Nm mid-drive
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Battery Akku Bosch PowerTube 750 Vertical
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Drivetrain 1 × 11
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Suntour XCR32, tapered, black
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano XT 11-S Linkglide
Cassette
Shimano CUES CS-LG400-11,11-50T
Crank
FSA/Riese & Müller, 170 mm
Chain
KMC X11 ( 125x )
Chain Guide
Chain guard
Pedals
VP R&M Custom
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec Disc 32H
Rear Hub
Novatec Boost, QR, 36H
Rims
Mach1 650, 28"
Spokes
Sapim Leader 2,0 mm, Inox, black ( 36x )
Tires
Schwalbe Big Ben Plus 50-622 Reflex
Brakes
Brakes
Magura MT4, disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
Humpert ergotec Barracuda Evo, 90 mm, 20°; Satori R&M Custom, cable integration, adjustable angle, Alu*
Handlebar
Humpert Ergo XL; Humpert ergotec Trekking, 31,8 mm, Alu*; Satori R&M Custom Komfort, 25,4 mm, Alu*; Satori R&M Custom, 25,4mm, Alu*
Grips
Ergon ergonomic
Headset
Acros Integration X, block lock
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal New Lookin Male Eco; Selle Royal*; Selle Royal New Lookin Female Evo R&M*
Seatpost
Satori Elegance-LT OV 34,9 x 405mm; JD-SP66, Alu, 34,9 x 400mm*
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line CX (smart system)
Battery
Akku Bosch PowerTube 750 Vertical
Fit data
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 46cm | 49cm | 53cm | 56cm |
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| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.718 mm | 1.595 mm | 1.489 mm | 1.457 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 290 mm | 285 mm | 290 mm | 285 mm |
| Trail | 95 mm | 92 mm | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 670 mm | 670 mm | 670 mm | 685 mm |
| Reach | 390 mm | 420 mm | 450 mm | 470 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 590 mm | 620 mm | 650 | 670 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° | 74 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° | 68 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 150 mm | 150 mm | 150 mm | 165 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 480 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm | 480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1155 mm | 1185 mm | 1215 mm | 1240 mm |
| Standover Height | 840 mm | 835 mm | 845 mm | 840 mm |
| Front Travel | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm | 100 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 650 | 700 | 650 |
About this model
Charger4 touring completes the Rieseandmuller E Charger4 model. Riese & Müller launched 30 e-bikes of this model so far. Take a sneak peek at all Rieseandmuller E Charger4 e-bikes models from 2023, by clicking here.
Model range prices
The most economical model, the Riese & Müller Charger4 Mixte touring 2023 has a starting price of 5862$. Riese & Müller Charger4 GT rohloff HS 2023 on the other hand is the most expensive at 9529$.
Safety
Take safety seriously when you ride your bike, and always wear your helmet. Moreover, don’t ride on the sidewalk. This is actually against the law in some states and can be dangerous for both you and pedestrians.
Average price for Commuter e-bikes
According to our calculations, the average cost of a Commuter e-bike that is reliable is 2569$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Commuter e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
This e-bike was released in 2023 and its price was 5862$. Comparing the average cost of a Commuter e-bike to this one, you will see that Charger4 touring price is 128.18% higher.
Average weight for Commuter e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Commuter e-bike, we get 24.02 kg (52.95 lbs). You will have a greater advantage on climbs if your bike is easier than the average. On descents, however, a heavier bike will give you extra speed.
With a weight of 29.1 kg (64.15 lbs), Riese & Müller e-bike is much heavier than average. To sum up, it’s 21.15% heavier than the average weight of Commuter e-bikes.
Overview of components
Fork
Riese & Müller Charger4 touring 2023 e-bike is equipped with the Suntour XCR fork, and has 100mm travel. Bike forks absorb the shocks and give you a smooth and pleasant ride. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
The wheels on Charger4 touring are the 700c aluminum type. There is no doubt, that 700c wheels are very popular on all road bike models. However, these wheels don’t perform so well when passing over obstacles.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Charger4 touring has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, these are ideal for anyone.
