After the motorised Grifn and Astr the E-Kanzo Adventure is already the third electric bike in the Ridley range. The new model is based on the 2022 presented Kanzo Adventure and should - as the model name suggests - be a faithful companion for long-distance tours. In addition to the electric motor from Bosch, the new model has the extreme tyre clearance of the non-motorised Kanzo Adventure as well as numerous mounting points for luggage.
Ridley E-Kanzo: The most important facts
- Weight of complete wheel: not specified
- Stack/Reach/STR: not specified
- Max. tyre clearance: 54 millimetres
- Frame sizes: S, M, L
- Price: from 6799 Euro
With the Bosch CX, the E-Kanzo has the most powerful motor in the fleet to date. According to the manufacturer, the maximum torque after an update is 100 Newton metres and the peak power is 750 watts. The pedal assistance in four stages (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo) is up to 400 per cent and can be individually adjusted via an app. The drive weighs 2.8 kilograms and is said to work very quietly under high loads. According to Bosch, the integrated battery has a capacity of 600 watt hours and weighs 3.0 kilograms. The so-called system controller is seamlessly integrated into the top tube and the riding modes can be selected via a small Bluetooth remote control on the racing handlebars.
The frame geometry of the E-Kanzo Adventure is based on Ridley's non-motorised bikepacking specialist. Although the Belgians did not provide specific details such as stack or reach, they did emphasise the flat steering angle, among other things. This indicates a high degree of directional stability. The new E-gravel bike can also be retrofitted with a suspension fork without compromising handling, as the distance from the axle to the fork crown has been increased by 35 millimetres.
Bosch Performance Line CX: The most important facts
- Max. Torque: 100 Newton metres
- Top performance: 750 watts
- Support: 400 per cent
- Steps: Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo
- Motor weight: 2.8 kilogramme
- Battery capacity: 600 watt hours
Like the organic bike, the e-model also offers a generous tyre clearance of up to 54 millimetres. Wide 2.1-inch MTB tyres from Vittoria are already fitted ex works. Numerous attachment points for luggage on the frame and fork complete the overall package of an off-road bike suitable for adventure.
Ridley E-Kanzo: Equipment and prices
The E-Kanzo Adventure is now available from 6799 euros in three frame sizes (S, M, L). Ridley did not initially provide any details on the exact equipment variants. As with other Belgian models, the E-gravel bike can also be customised using the configurator. Among other things, the paint finish and gear group can be selected.
