Riese & Müller Riese & Müller Culture vario 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,160$
Weight | 21.8 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 700c -
Travel Front 63mm -
Fork Suntour NCX
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Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 600W 55Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch CompactTube CPT 400Wh; Bosch PowerMore 250* -
Drivetrain Belt Drive, Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Suntour NCX 28", tapered*
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Enviolo grip shift Twist Display Pure, continuous
Crank
Samox, 170 mm
Chain
Gates drive belt CDC
Chain Guide
Belt guard
Pedals
M-Wave Steady Flat
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec Disc 32H
Rear Hub
Enviolo 380, 36H
Rims
Mach1 650, 28"
Spokes
Sapim Leader 2,0 mm, Inox, black ( 16x ); Sapim Leader 2,0 mm, Inox, black ( 36x )
Tires
Schwalbe Big Ben 50-622
Brakes
Brakes
Magura MT A2, disc brake
Cockpit
Stem
JD 80mm/10° 1-1/8"
Handlebar
JD-TR25AL, 31,8mm, 35°, B=640mm
Grips
Herrmans Grips Line
Headset
Acros Integration X, block lock
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Essenza Eco Unisex
Seatpost
JD-SP66, Alu, 34,9 x 400mm; JD-SP66, Alu, 34,9 x 300mm*; Satori Elegance-LT OV 34,9 x 405mm*
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line SX 25km/h; Bosch Performance Line Sprint 20mph+*
Battery
Bosch CompactTube CPT 400Wh; Bosch PowerMore 250*
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 56cm | 62cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.84 mm | 1.745 mm | 1.62 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Trail | 87 mm | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Stack | 677 mm | 677 mm | 677 mm |
| Reach | 368 mm | 388 mm | 418 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 610 mm | 630 mm | 660 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 69.6 ° | 69.6 ° | 69.6 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 210 mm | 210 mm | 210 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 483 mm | 483 mm | 483 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1114 mm | 1134 mm | 1164 mm |
| Standover Height | 762 mm | 792 mm | 803 mm |
| Front Travel | 63 mm | 63 mm | 63 mm |
| Wheels | 700 | 700 | 700 |
About this model
Culture vario belongs to the Rieseandmuller E Culture model. Riese & Müller released 6 e-bikes variations of this model so far. You can get a glimpse at all models from 2023, by clicking on this link.
Model range prices
Riese & Müller Culture touring 2023 is the most economical model, with a starting price of 4235$. Riese & Müller Culture Mixte vario 2023 on the other hand costs 4764$, and is the most expensive model.
Safety
Make sure you wear a helmet on every ride, and that your bike performs well. In short, this means checking the tires, brakes, and chain to make sure everything is in good working order.
Crosscountry e-bikes average price
Our math shows that the average cost of a dependable Crosscountry e-bike is 2453$. However, even if your budget is less than the average, you might still be able to get a top-quality Crosscountry e-bike. To sum up, when you purchase your e-bike, make sure to check if it has reviews, and also do some components research.
When Riese & Müller released this model in 2023, its price was 4764$. In conclusion, this e-bike price is 94.21% higher than the price of the average Crosscountry e-bike.
Average weight for Crosscountry e-bikes
If we make a quick analysis of the average weight of a Crosscountry e-bike, we get 23.21 kg (51.17 lbs). It is a good advantage to have a lighter bike than the average. However, a heavier bike is more efficient on descents.
Riese & Müller Culture vario it’s weighing 21.8 kg (48.06 lbs). At this weight, is a bit lighter than average. In other words, this model is 6.47% lighter than the average Crosscountry e-bike.
Culture vario components
Fork
The Suntour NCX is included from the factory. It has a travel distance of 63mm. Bike forks are great for shock absorption and provide you with a smooth ride. In conclusion, always look for a fork with decent travel when you buy a bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the Culture vario model has 700c aluminum wheels. These wheels are the most used kind for road bikes in general. However, while they give you great speed and control, these wheels are not so bump-friendly.
Brakes
Nothing is more important on a bike than its ability to brake properly. Riese & Müller Culture vario is equipped with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes provide amazing stopping power, no matter what the terrain. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.