Comfort and low maintenance – that’s what makes the eTrekking 9.8 also in this season. There is a plus in comfort thanks to the 50mm wide SCHWALBE “Marathon” tires, which show their running characteristics in varying terrain to the best. On forest paths they provide the necessary grip, on asphalt they run pleasantly quiet due to the profile. In addition, they shine with their high puncture protection and long durability.

The suspended SUNTOUR fork with 63mm travel also supports in terms of comfort. Thanks to lockout function, however, it can also be blocked on slippery roads. Hydraulic disc brakes from SHIMANO convince with reliable and, if necessary, strong braking power.

It gets sporty with the most powerful BOSCH “Performance CX” motor. With 85 Nm of torque, it supports you powerfully uphill at up to 25 km/h, even in steep uphill passages. It is powered by the BOSCH “PowerPack 500”, the highest-capacity battery in this category. Extensive tours and passages through more demanding terrain it manages with left. Low-maintenance components such as the SHIMANO “Nexus” 5-speed hub gears with neutral and the GATES belt complete the drive package. The belt even runs without chain lubrication – dirty trouser legs are therefore passé.

Roadworthy becomes the eTrekking 9.8 by CURANA mudguards, which also provide for clean trouser legs, because they shield splashing water and whirling up dirt. After a long day in nature, the CONTEC lighting brings one safely home. The headlight shines with powerful 80 lux. The rear light convinces with its stop light function. Broken and exhausted arrived home the touring luggage with click mechanism can be removed easily and above all without tools from the MIK system carrier.