Bergamont Sweep 5 EQ dirty orange/black

The "Sweep 5 EQ dirty orange/black" model from Bergamont, released in 2020, is a versatile bike designed for both urban use and longer rides. Priced at 799 EUR, it offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from an ultra-light AL-6061 tube set and has a 28-inch size. The bike’s total weight is 12 kg, making it one of the lighter models in its class.

The braking system consists of Shimano hydraulic disc brakes (BR-MT200) with SM-RT10 rotors, each with a diameter of 160 mm at both the front and rear. The brake levers are also by Shimano (BL-MT200) and provide reliable braking performance in a variety of conditions.

The bike is fitted with a Shimano Claris groupset, which features an RD-R2000 front derailleur and SL-R2000 Rapidfire Plus shifters. This combination enables precise and fast gear changes across a total of 16 gears. The crankset (Shimano Claris, FC-R2000) has a gear ratio of 50/34t, whilst the cassette (Shimano CS-HG31-8) offers a range of 11–34t. The drivetrain is completed by a KMC X8 chain.

The Sweep 5 EQ’s fork is made of aluminium and is fitted with a quick-release mechanism and a mudguard mount. The pedals are Marwi SP-872N. The bottom bracket is a Shimano Hollowtech II with a BSA thread.

Comfort and control are provided by the Syncros RR2.5 riser handlebars, which are 640 mm wide, and Syncros Urban grips. The stem is also by Syncros (RR2.5) and has an angle of +/- 6°. The headset is a semi-integrated A-Headset (BGM F13-C) with a tapered design.

The wheelsets consist of Shining C-325D rims with 28 spokes and are fitted with Schwalbe Spicer tyres (35-622), which feature Kevlarguard and reflective strips. The hubs are by Shimano (front: HB-RM35, rear: FH-RM35) and feature CentreLock disc mounts as well as quick-release mechanisms.

The saddle is a Syncros Tofino 2.5, mounted on a Syncros RR2.5 seatpost. The bike is also fitted with BGM Allroad mudguards and a Racktime luggage rack, making it ideal for everyday use and longer rides.

Overall, the 2020 Bergamont Sweep 5 EQ in dirty orange/black offers a well-thought-out specification and high-quality components at an attractive price.