Riese & Müller Riese & Müller Culture silent 2023
Bike details
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category
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Frame Aluminum
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Wheels 700c
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Travel Front 63mm
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Fork Suntour NCX
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Groupset Nexus
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Suspension Hardtail
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Motor Bosch 600W 55Nm mid-drive
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Battery Bosch CompactTube CPT 400Wh; Bosch PowerMore 250*
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Drivetrain Belt Drive, Internally Geared Hub
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Brakes Hydraulic Disc
Parts list
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
Suntour NCX 28", tapered*
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Shimano Nexus grip shift, 8-speed
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
Shimano Nexus 8-speed, free-wheel, 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
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 50cm | 56cm | 62cm |
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| 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 |
Model Overview
Culture silent is part of 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 affordable e-bike of this model and has a price of 4235$. On the other hand, Riese & Müller Culture Mixte vario 2023, is the most expensive and costs 4764$.
Safety
Your safety should be the top priority when you go for a ride. In short, make sure that you always use a helmet, high visibility clothing, and proper lights when riding at night-time.
Crosscountry e-bikes average price
If you want an acceptable Crosscountry e-bike you should know that the average price is 2453$. However, this doesn’t mean that if you spend less money on a Crosscountry e-bike, you couldn’t get a decent one. In short, before purchasing your ideal e-bike do some research about its components, and also check for reviews online.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 4552$. Comparing this to the average Crosscountry e-bike price, we see that the price is 85.57% higher.
Average weight for Crosscountry e-bikes
On a deeper look, we notice that the average weight of a Crosscountry e-bike is 23.21 kg (51.17 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.
Culture silent weighs 21.8 kg (48.06 lbs) and is a bit lighter than the average. To sum up, it’s 6.47% lighter than the average weight of Crosscountry e-bikes.
Culture silent components
Fork
This e-bike has the Suntour NCX fork installed. The fork’s travel is 63mm. Bike forks are good shock absorbers and provide a smooth ride and a great experience. In short, you should always ensure you have a good fork when purchasing a bike.
Wheels size
The wheels on Culture silent 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
We ride faster and faster, so a good braking system is essential on a bike nowadays. The Culture silent comes with Hydraulic Disc brakes. Hydraulic disc brakes are perfect for mountain biking, road cycling, and commuting. To sum up, you can ride your bike with confidence.
