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Riese & Müller Charger5
€6,899.00
Reference price per Riese & Müller's website, checked on 21-08-2026 · price may have changed
Specifications
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Full spec sheet
Motor & battery
| Motor position | Mid-drive |
|---|---|
| Motor power | — |
| Torque | 85 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 540 Wh |
| Removable battery | Yes |
| Charge time | — |
Performance
| Range | — |
|---|---|
| Max assisted speed | 25 km/h |
| Max rider weight | 125 kg |
Dimensions & equipment
| Bike weight | 27.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Wheel diameter | 27.5 " |
| Gears | — |
| Brakes | Shimano MT200/MT4/MT5 or Tektro TRP hydraulic disc brake (ABS optional) |
| Suspension | Front and rear |
| Manufacturer warranty | — |
| Frame size | S/M/L/XL |
Other manufacturer data
Motor options: Bosch Performance Line CX (85Nm, optionally upgradeable to 120Nm) or Pinion MGU e-drive with integrated gearbox
Multi-Drive frame: New for 2026: one frame compatible with both Bosch Smart System and Pinion MGU drive
Gearing options: 5-speed Shimano Nexus (belt), 11-speed Shimano XT, Shimano Di2, stepless Enviolo hub, Rohloff 14-speed, or Pinion 12-speed, depending on trim
Suspension: SR Suntour Mobie 34 (100mm) or Fox AWL 34 air fork, plus a sprung seatpost
Load capacity: 27kg on the rack, 2×7.5kg in panniers, 5kg on the handlebar
Price range: From €5,299 (silent CORE) up to over €9,500 for the most equipped trims
Delivery & assembly
Assembly
Available through authorised Riese & Müller dealers; assembly and fitting by the bike shop included.
Good to know
Reference model: this is not an Amazon product. Price (Enviolo trim, NL-recommended) and specs come from r-m.de and Dutch dealer pages (August 2026) and may have since changed. Riese & Müller deliberately doesn't state a fixed range; use their online range calculator for a route-based estimate.
Analysis
The Charger5 is Riese & Müller's versatile all-rounder: "the manoeuvrability of a mountain bike meets the comfort of a touring bike." New for 2026 is the Multi-Drive frame, which accepts both a Bosch Smart System motor (Performance Line CX, 85Nm, optionally upgradeable to 120Nm) and a Pinion MGU drive with an integrated gearbox — a first in the e-bike market.
The 540Wh battery (800Wh optional) is removable or can be charged via a socket on top of the frame. Riese & Müller deliberately doesn't state a fixed range, since it varies hugely with terrain and riding style; use their online range calculator for a realistic estimate. A front suspension fork (100mm, air or coil) and a sprung seatpost give comfort over unpaved terrain, with load capacity up to 27kg on the MIK HD rack plus panniers.
Note: this is a reference model, included to compare premium brands against the Amazon models in this comparator. There's no affiliate link: Riese & Müller sells through a physical dealer network, not Amazon. The listed price (€6,899) is the Enviolo trim recommended by Dutch dealers; other configurations run up to over €9,500. Captured August 2026, price and specs may have since changed.
Pros
- Unique Multi-Drive frame: compatible with both Bosch and Pinion drives
- Removable battery, up to 800Wh optional
- High load capacity (27kg rack + panniers)
- Very high maximum user weight (125kg)
Cons
- By far the most expensive bike in the whole comparison (from €5,299, recommended trim €6,899)
- No fixed range stated by the manufacturer
Ideal for: Demanding riders after the very best in drivetrain, comfort and versatility, willing to pay the premium price at a specialist dealer.
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This model is included for comparison and contains no affiliate link: JouwEbikeVergelijker earns no commission on it. Price and specs come from Riese & Müller's website and may have since changed.