Riese & Müller Riese & Müller Swing4 vario 2023
2023 E-bike
Estimate price |
4,816$
Weight | 27.2 kg E-bike
Bike details
Overview
Key information split into simple groups.
Bike summary
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Category -
Frame Aluminum -
Wheels 26" -
Travel Front 60mm -
Fork Suntour
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Groupset FSA -
Suspension Hardtail -
Motor Bosch 250W 63Nm mid-drive -
Battery Bosch PowerPack Rack 500 -
Drivetrain Belt Drive, Internally Geared Hub -
Brakes Hydraulic Rim
Parts list
Components
Main components, grouped by system.
Bike components
Frame
Frame
Aluminum
Suspension Fork
SR Suntour SF14, 28", 63mm, tapered; SR Suntour SF18, 26", 63mm, tapered*
Drivetrain
Shift Levers
Enviolo grip shift Twist Display Pure, continuous
Crank
FSA CK-601 170mm schwarz
Chain
Gates drive belt CDC
Chain Guide
Hebie Chainbar, black
Pedals
VP R&M Custom
Wheels
Front Hub
Novatec 32H
Rear Hub
Enviolo 380, 36H
Rims
Mach1, 28", CNC; Mach1 260 26" CNC*
Spokes
Sapim Leader 2,0 mm, Inox ( 32x ); Sapim Leader 2,0 mm, Inox ( 36x )
Tires
Schwalbe Big Ben 50-622 Reflex; Schwalbe Big Ben 50-559 Reflex*
Brakes
Brakes
Magura HS22, rim brake
Cockpit
Stem
Satori Stargazer-e, 110 mm, 35°; Satori Stargazer-e, 90 mm, 35°*; Satori Stargazer-e, 110 mm, 35°*
Handlebar
Satori Noirette Plus, 31,8 mm, Alu
Grips
Velo Leather-Look
Headset
Acros Integration X, block lock
Seat
Saddle
Selle Bassano Volare XL
Seatpost
Satori Elegance-LT OV 34,9 x 405mm; Satori Elegance-LT OV 34,9 x 355mm*
Motor & Battery
Motor
Bosch Performance Line (smart system)
Battery
Bosch PowerPack Rack 500
Fit data
Geometry
Numbers for sizing and ride feel.
| Size | 43cm | 46cm | 51cm | 56cm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stack Reach Ratio | 1.573 mm | 1.697 mm | 1.613 mm | 1.554 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Height | 275 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm | 280 mm |
| Front Center | 624 mm | mm | mm | mm |
| Rake | 52 mm | mm | mm | mm |
| Trail | 75 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Stack | 590 mm | 645 mm | 645 mm | 645 mm |
| Reach | 375 mm | 380 mm | 400 mm | 415 mm |
| Top Tube Length | 580 mm | 600 mm | 620 mm | 635 mm |
| Seat Tube Angle | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° | 71 ° |
| Head Tube Angle | 70 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° | 69.5 ° |
| Head Tube Length | 145 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm | 145 mm |
| Chainstay Length | 470 mm | 490 mm | 490 mm | 490 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1085 mm | 1115 mm | 1135 mm | 1150 mm |
| Bottom Bracket Drop | 68 mm | mm | mm | mm |
| Front Travel | 50 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Wheels | 26" | 700 | 700 | 700 |
Model Overview
Swing4 vario completes the Rieseandmuller E Swing4 model. Riese & Müller launched 4 e-bikes 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 Swing4 silent 2023 is the cheapest e-bike model and costs 4235$. Riese & Müller Swing4 automatic 2023 is the most expensive one and costs 4817$.
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.
Average price for Crosscountry e-bikes
According to our math, the average price for a trustworthy Crosscountry e-bike is 2453$. However, paying less money than this amount doesn’t mean that you couldn’t get a great Crosscountry e-bike. As a general rule of thumb, you should always read reviews about the e-bike and its components before buying it to ensure you don’t pay too much.
Furthermore, this bike was made available in 2023 for 4446$. If we compare this with the average Crosscountry e-bike cost we notice that the price is 81.25% more expensive.
Crosscountry e-bikes average weight
Crosscountry e-bikes weigh an average of 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.
Swing4 vario weighs 27.2 kg (59.97 lbs) and is much heavier than the average. To sum up, it’s 17.19% heavier than the average weight of Crosscountry e-bikes.
Swing4 vario components
Fork
This e-bike has the Suntour fork installed. The fork’s travel is 60mm. Bike forks are perfect to absorb shocks and provide a great riding experience overall. To sum up, when buying a bicycle, make sure you get a fork that is capable of delivering decent travel.
Wheels
The Swing4 vario 2023 e-bike is equipped with 26″ aluminum wheels when leaving the factory. Being a little smaller, these wheels will fit both small and tall riders. However, they provide less traction than 29″ wheels do.
Brakes
When you want to stop the bike in time, the brakes are vital. The Swing4 vario has Hydraulic Rim brakes. These brakes are pretty rare, and you will find them on very few bike models. In short, you can look for a bike with disk or hydraulic disk brakes.