kalkhoff IMAGE 5.B EXCITE+ BLX Wave 2022
2022 E-bike
Estimate price |
5,390$
E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Frame aluminium -
Fork Suntour MOBIE -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 65Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerTube Li-Ion 36 V -
Drivetrain Belt Drive -
Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Integrale 0.6, Aluminium
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour Mobie E25, LOR, 15x110 mm
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Enviolo Trekking
Crank
aluminium
Chain
Gates Carbondrive CDX
Pedals
Comfort, with anti slip protection and reflector
Wheels
Rims
Road Airline Plus, with eyelets
Brakes
Brakes
Tektro M535, 4-Piston, hydraulic disc brake
Disk Rotors
180
Cockpit
Stem
Concept EX, adjustable
Handlebar
Concept EX City Riser,Concept EX Ergo Riser
Seat
Saddle
Selle Royal Lookin
Seatpost
Patent XXL, suspension
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line 36 V / 250 W / 65 Nm
Battery
Bosch PowerTube Li-Ion 36 V
Remote
Bosch Intuvia LCD, with control panel and walk assist
Charger
Bosch, 4A
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | SM | MD | LG | XL | XXL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.671 mm | 1.689 mm | 1.689 mm | 1.686 mm | 1.679 mm |
| Front Center | 650 | 654 mm | 662 mm | 672 mm | 687 mm |
| Rake | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Trail | 67 mm | 67 mm | 68 mm | 67 mm | 70 mm |
| Stack | 660 mm | 669 mm | 679 mm | 688 mm | 695 mm |
| Reach | 395 mm | 396 mm | 402 mm | 408 mm | 414 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 597 mm | 601 mm | 609 mm | 618 mm | 627 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° | 73 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 70.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 160 mm | 170 mm | 180 mm | 190 mm | 200 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 494 mm | 494 mm | 494 mm | 494 mm | 494 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1136 mm | 1140 mm | 1149 mm | 1159 mm | 1174 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Wheels | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
Model Overview
IMAGE 5.B EXCITE+ BLX Wave is part of the Kalkhoff E Image model. There are 59 e-bikes that carry this model name. You can easily view all of the Kalkhoff E Image e-bikes models from 2022, here.
Model range prices
Kalkhoff IMAGE 1.B MOVE 2022 is the most affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 2653$. On the other hand, Kalkhoff IMAGE 7.B EXCITE+ Diamond 2022, is the most expensive and costs 5945$.
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$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Commuter e-bike. In conclusion, always check e-bike reviews and their components before making a purchase to make sure you don’t overpay.
This e-bike was released in 2022 and its price was 4989$. Doing a quick comparison, we notice that IMAGE 5.B EXCITE+ BLX Wave price is 94.2% higher than the average cost of a Commuter e-bike.
IMAGE 5.B EXCITE+ BLX Wave components
Fork
The IMAGE 5.B EXCITE+ BLX Wave comes factory-installed with the Suntour MOBIE fork. This has a travel range of mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, make sure you choose one with a decent fork when you purchase your dream bike.
Wheels
When leaving the production line, the IMAGE 5.B EXCITE+ BLX Wave model has aluminum wheels. 650b wheels make a great choice if you want to sacrifice speed for comfort. However, if you want higher speeds, you should look for a bike with 700c wheels.
Brakes
Stopping the bike when needed, it’s essential for your safety. This e-bike has Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, your safety is in good hands.