Kalkhoff trekking e-bikes - comfort, range & quality for everyday use and touring

Kalkhoff trekking e-bikes are among the most popular touring and everyday models on the market - and for good reason. The traditional German brand combines modern Bosch drive technology, high-quality frame designs and well thought-out equipment that is perfectly tailored to long distances, commutes and weekend adventures.

Whether on tarmac, dirt tracks or easy gravel passages: a Kalkhoff e-trekking bike offers you reliable support, high riding comfort and an enormous range.

Whether you are looking for a Kalkhoff trekking e-bike for men, a Kalkhoff trekking e-bike for women (wave/step-in) or a sporty diamond model - in this category you will find versatile e-bikes for commuters, tourers and leisure bikers.

What characterises Kalkhoff trekking e-bikes?

Kalkhoff has been known for decades for durable, ergonomic and perfectly harmonised touring bikes. The trekking e-bikes score particularly highly thanks to:

• reliable Bosch Performance Line or Performance CX motors
• long range thanks to 545, 625 or 750 Wh battery
• upright, comfortable riding position
• high-quality, stable frame construction
• fully integrated batteries & clean look
• robust trekking tyres for road & gravel
• complete everyday equipment (pannier rack, mudguards, lights)

These models are ideal as trekking bikes for everyday use, holidays, long distances or daily commuting.

Popular models: Kalkhoff Endeavour & Co.

Kalkhoff Endeavour 3

• ideal entry into the trekking class
• Bosch Performance Line
• 500-545 Wh battery
• reliable components for everyday use and weekend tours

Kalkhoff Endeavour 5

• more powerful motor, larger batteries
• outstanding comfort for longer distances
• also available as a women's wave/ step-through model

Kalkhoff Endeavour 7

• Premium equipment
• large 750 Wh Bosch Smart System
• sporty and comfortable geometry
• Top components for demanding touring riders

Whether Endeavour 3, 5 or 7 - every model combines comfort, efficiency and first-class workmanship.

Motor & battery - modern Bosch technology

Kalkhoff consistently relies on Bosch for its trekking e-bikes - for performance, reliability and a natural riding experience.

Motor variants (depending on model)

• Bosch Performance Line CX (85 Nm) - for demanding tours & altitude metres
• Bosch Performance Line (65 Nm) - ideal for everyday use and mixed terrain
• Bosch Active Line Plus - efficient & particularly quiet for city and commuting

Battery sizes

• 500 Wh
• 545 Wh
• 625 Wh
• 750 Wh

Depending on your riding style, this gives you a range of up to 150 km.

Frame & comfort - trekking geometry for long distances

Kalkhoff develops e-bikes that remain comfortable even after many hours in the saddle.

Frame shapes

• Diamant (men) - sporty & stable
• Trapeze - balanced between comfort & dynamics
• Wave/low step-through (women's model) - maximum ease of access

Comfort details

• ergonomic grips and saddles
• Suspension fork (63-100 mm travel)
• wide trekking tyres for grip & comfort
• adjustable stem for optimum riding position

All this makes Kalkhoff trekking e-bikes perfect for longer distances, cycle tours and daily commutes.

Equipment - everything for everyday use, travelling and touring

Kalkhoff trekking e-bikes come fully equipped as standard:

• Luggage rack (Racktime-compatible)
• Mudguards
• High-quality lighting system (70-100 lux in some cases)
• Hydraulic disc brakes
• Side stand
• partially suspended seat post

This means the bikes are ready out-of-the-box for everyday use, commuting and touring.

Areas of use - where Kalkhoff trekking e-bikes shine

Commuting & city

• high reliability
• powerful lighting
• smooth, controlled riding behaviour

Touring & cycling holidays

• long range
• comfortable geometry
• Pannier rack for high payload

Leisure & weekend rides

• natural motor support
• robust tyres
• relaxed, stable handling

Buying advice - Which Kalkhoff trekking e-bike is right for you?

→ Everyday & commuting
Kalkhoff Endeavour 3 / Active Line Plus variants

→ Long tours & weekends
Kalkhoff Endeavour 5 (625 Wh or 750 Wh)

→ Highest motor power & premium comfort
Kalkhoff Endeavour 7 / Performance Line CX

→ Would you like a ladies' model?
Wave/ step-through for maximum comfort

→ Budget-oriented?
Endeavour 3 is a strong, attractively priced entry-level model.

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