Bergamont E-Horizon Edition Gent black

The 2021 E-Horizon Edition Gent Black from Bergamont is a high-quality e-bike available for €2,999. This model stands out thanks to its robust 28-inch frame, which is made from an ultra-light AL-6061 tube set and houses an integrated PowerTube battery. The maximum permissible weight is 140 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 25 kg.

Braking performance is provided by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200), fitted with SM-RT10 rotors (180/160 mm). The brake levers are also from Shimano (BL-MT200). The derailleur is a Shimano Deore (RD-M4120, Shadow) with a 1x10-speed Rapidfire Plus shifter (SL-M4100). Power is transmitted via a Shimano Deore sprocket (CS-M4100, 11–42t) and a KMC e10S chain.

Front suspension is provided by a Suntour NEX E25 fork with 63 mm of travel. Lighting is provided by a B&M Dopp front light with 30 lux and a B&M Toplight 2 C rear light, both LED models and specifically designed for e-bikes.

The bottom bracket and drive system are supplied by Bosch; the motor is a Bosch Drive Unit Performance Line Cruise (Gen. 3) with an output of 250 W and a maximum speed of 25 km/h. The battery has a capacity of 625 Wh and is also a Bosch PowerTube model. The bike is controlled via the Bosch Purion display.

Further features include aluminium trekking pedals, an FSA CK-200 crankset with 38 teeth, a BGM Pro Riser handlebar with a 15-degree bend and a height of 5 mm, and BGM Comfort Ergo grips with double density and screw-on grips. The stem is adjustable and offers angles ranging from 17 to 25 degrees. The headset is a semi-integrated FSA NO.57SC-1 A-Headset.

The rims are Ryde Rival 23 Disc models; the tyres are Schwalbe Energizer Plus with reflective strips (47-622). The hubs are by Shimano, fitted with Centre Lock disc brakes and quick-release skewers. The spokes are Sapim Leader. The saddle is a Selle Royal Essenza Plus (gent) model, and the seatpost is by BGM Pro.

Additional fittings include SKS mudguards with stainless steel struts, an SKS Chainbooster chain guard, an Atran kickstand and a Racktime / BGM Trekking Pro luggage rack with integrated mudguard mounts.

The frame’s geometric specifications are also noteworthy: the reach is 404 mm, stack 606 mm, seat tube length 455 mm, top tube length 595 mm, head tube angle 70 degrees, seat tube angle 72 degrees, head tube length 130 mm, chainstay length 473 mm, bottom bracket drop 60 mm, fork offset 50 mm, top tube height 778 mm, fork installation height 469 mm and the wheelbase measures 1125 mm.

Overall, the E-Horizon Edition Gent Black offers an impressive combination of performance, comfort and versatility, making it an excellent choice for discerning e-bike riders.