Meet the top 3 derailleur e-bikes
A derailleur system on your bicycle, you may have heard of it, but chances are you are wondering what it is and how it works. The system consists of a number of gears at the pedals and at the rear wheel. The big advantage is that you have multiple gear options and that shifting is smoother. You usually see a derailleur on a mountain bike or road bike.
What are our 3 favorite e-bikes with a derailleur system? What are the advantages and what is the difference with a hub system? You can read the answers to the questions mentioned in this article.
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The top 3 e-bikes with derailleur system
E-bikes that have the derailleur system experience the least resistance, which means that your bike has little weight. Especially if you compare this with a gear hub. The main advantage of an electric bicycle with derailleur gears is that you can often cover more distance with a fully charged battery. Would you like to purchase an e-bike with this type of gear yourself? Check out our top 3 below.
#1 Gazelle Medeo T9 HMB 2023
A lot is possible with this beautiful modern Medeo T9 HMB 2023 from the well-known and reliable brand Gazelle. Despite the fact that this model belongs to the electric city bike category, you do have a sporty sitting position. Thanks to the fine and wide tires you can easily pick up speed if, for example, you want to continue your way at a traffic light.
The engine technology is a Bosch Performance mid-engine, with a total force of 65 Nm. Do you purchase the standard version? Then your e-bike has a capacity of 400 Wh. This amounts to a maximum range of 50 to 90 kilometers. Prefer to cover longer distances with a fully charged battery? Then it is possible to have the battery upgraded at an additional cost.
The most important features of this Gazelle with derailleur system at a glance:
| Engine location | Middle |
| Engine technique | Bosch Performance |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Power engine | 65 Nm |
| Range | 50 – 90 kilometers (upgrade possible) |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Number of pedal supports | 4 |
#2 Cube Kathmandu Hybrid One 750 2023
This Kathmandu Hybrid One 750 2023 from the German bicycle brand Cube is perfect if you are looking for a modern, sporty and luxurious e-bike. The wide tires ensure a comfortable and stable bike ride. Thanks to the powerful Bosch Performance CX motor, you can cycle everywhere without any effort. With this electric bicycle including derailleur gear you can cycle over a sturdy hill in no time.
With the standard version of this model, your electric bicycle has a battery capacity of 750 Wh. This amounts to an average range of 80 to a maximum of 130 kilometers. The exact distance depends, among other things, on the weather conditions and the amount of pedal assistance you want to receive.
View the most important features of this powerful Cube model below:
| Engine location | Middle |
| Engine technique | Bosch Performance CX BES3 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Power engine | 85 Nm |
| Range | 80 – 130 kilometers |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Number of pedal supports | 4 |
#3 Koga Vectro s20 2023
With this Vectro s20 2023 you can experience a lot of fun for trips to work or for example through the beautiful nature. All new (electric) bicycles of this brand are intensively tested under real conditions of use. This way you are assured that your e-bike has as little chance of defects as possible.
The motor technology of this model concerns the Shimano STEPS EP600, with a force of 85 Nm. In total there are 11 different gears. If you purchase this model, it comes with a standard battery capacity of 500 Wh. This amounts to about 80 to 150 kilometers that you can cover with a fully charged battery. Optionally, it is possible to have the battery upgraded to a maximum of 170 kilometers.
| Engine location | Middle |
| Engine technique | Shimano STEPS EP600 |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc brakes |
| Power engine | 85 Nm |
| Range | 80 – 150 kilometers |
| Number of gears | 11 |
| Number of pedal supports | 3 |
The difference between a hub system and the derailleur system
The first difference between a hub and derailleur system is that with the hub system you only have 7 or eight gears. With the derailleur system you usually have 27 different gears. You can also switch at the derailleur system while you continue to apply power. With the hub system, it is best to switch gears when you stop pedaling for a while.
Advantages and disadvantages derailleur system
With the derailleur system you benefit from the advantages, but you also have to deal with a few disadvantages. We will explain what these are here, starting with the advantages:
- Light weight: With the light weight you can get from a standstill to the desired speed faster
- More gears: this is especially nice when cycling in hilly areas
- Less resistance: You pedal more easily, so you can easily maintain the same speed
- Always shifting: With the derailleur system it is also possible to shift when you are pedaling
Besides the advantages, there are also 2 disadvantages:
- Maintenance: This system needs more maintenance, if you are handy you can do this yourself.
- Costs: Because this system requires more maintenance, you can count on extra costs. Unless you can do the maintenance yourself.
Would you like to experience an e-bike with a derailleur system yourself? Make an appointment without obligation and completely free of charge for a test ride at one of the physical stores of Fietsvoordeelshop.nl, near you!
