GIANT Entour E+ 0

The "Entour E+ 0" model from GIANT, released in 2023, offers a wide range of technical features and specifications that make it an attractive choice in the e-bike sector. The price for this model is 2649 EUR. The bike’s frame is an AluxX frame with an extra-low step-through, which enhances comfort and accessibility.

For the brakes, GIANT has opted for the Tektro HD-M285 model with 160mm discs, complemented by the matching Tektro HD-M285 brake levers. The gear system is a Shimano Nexus C6000-8D with 8 speeds, controlled by a Shimano Nexus C6000-8 twist shifter. Front suspension is provided by an SR Suntour NEX fork with 50mm of travel, which ensures additional comfort.

The lighting comprises an Axa Blueline front light with 30 lux and a Spanninga Solo LED rear light, which ensure good visibility and safety on the road. The pedals are anti-slip, providing a secure grip. The crankset is a GIANT model with 38 teeth, whilst the rear sprocket has 18 teeth. Power is transmitted via a KMC Z1e HX chain, which is specially optimised for e-bikes.

The aluminium handlebars have a 30° backsweep and are 640 mm wide. The grips are GIANT Contact Ergo grips, which provide extra comfort. The stem is angle-adjustable and has a length of 90 mm. The bike’s rims are also by GIANT and have an inner width of 19 mm. The tyres are CST Xpedium One, measuring 700x45c (622x45c) and featuring reflective strips; they are supplied with an inner tube.

The hubs are by Shimano: the HB-TX505 model at the front and a Shimano Nexus 8-speed hub at the rear. The spokes are by Sapim: the Leader model at the front and the Strong model at the rear. The saddle is a Selle Royal Essenza Plus, mounted on a suspension seatpost with a diameter of 30.9 mm. A sturdy GIANT KSA18 kickstand and a MIK luggage rack complete the specification.

The motor is a GIANT SyncDrive Core, powered by Yamaha, delivering a torque of 50 Nm. The battery has a capacity of 500 Wh and is integrated into the luggage rack (GIANT EnergyPak Carrier 500). The display is a RideControl Dash 2in1, which provides all the key information. The charger is a GIANT EnergyPak FastCharger with an output of 4A.

The bike’s geometry offers a comfortable riding position: the reach is 406 mm and the stack measures 538 mm. The seat tube length is 430 mm and the top tube length is 565 mm. The head tube angle is 70 degrees and the seat tube angle is 74 degrees. The head tube is 115 mm long, the chainstay length is 445 mm and the bottom bracket drop is 60 mm. The fork offset is 50 mm and the standover height is 714 mm. The crank length is 170 mm and the wheelbase measures 1074 mm in total.

Overall, the 2023 GIANT Entour E+ 0 offers a well-thought-out combination of comfort, performance and safety, making it an excellent choice for everyday use.