Long Distance Step-Over City Bike - 500

Efficiency

Aluminum frame, lightweight components. Optimized body for the best performance.

Ease of use

Fully equipped city bike. Quick, simple, 1 x 9-speed drivetrain.

Cycling comfort

Build provides perfect balance between comfort and performance.

Visibility

Battery-powered lights for visibility and safety. Light-reflective tires.

Braking power

V-brakes for easy, powerful braking.

Lightweight

14.4 kg (32 lbs) (size M): One of the lightest bikes in its category.

What our team says

Fully designed and developed in Lille, France. This bike was designed with one thing in mind: Performance. We wanted your daily commutes to be easy and pleasant, whether on flat or slightly hilly roads. The quality and durability of the components make these bikes perfect for urban journeys.

Choosing your size

S: between 1.45 m and 1.64 m (4'9" and 5'4") M: 1.65 m to 1.74 m (5'5" and 5'8") L: 1.75 m to 1.84 m (5'9" and 6') XL: between 1.85 m and 1.95 m (6'1" and 6'5") If you’re between sizes, the smaller size will be easier to handle, while the bigger size will be more stable.

Weight/performance

Weighing in at 14.4 kg (32 lbs) (size M), this bike offers exceptional performance for commuters. With a chest angle of around 60°, the riding position is a happy medium between performance and comfort. The exclusive, lightweight tire design contributes to the bike’s speed.

Frame

6061 aluminum frame. External cable routing. Removable derailleur hanger that can be replaced with a spare part from our after-sales department if it gets damaged. Frame weight: 2,100 g (74 oz.) (in size M).

Fork

Steel fork filters vibrations better.

Handlebars/stem

Semi-raised, oversized aluminum handlebars (31.8 mm [1 1/4"]). Handlebar width: 62 cm (24"). Oversized forged aluminum stem (31.8 mm), 1 1/4" with an angle of +8° Semi-integrated 1 1/8" (28.5 mm) headset. Comfortable grips for a natural grasp. Stem length: S: 60 mm (2 1/3") M: 80 mm (3") L/XL: 100 mm (4")

Drivetrain.

A 1 x 9-speed indexed drivetrain reduces the weight so you can shift with just one hand. The increments between gears are equivalent to a triple chainring drivetrain so you can easily handle hills. - Microshift SL760 trigger shifters. - Microshift H100 11/36 9-speed cassette - Single chainring: 36 teeth.- KMC Z9 EPT chain with quick release and rustproof treatment. - Rear derailleur: Microshift RD M46-L.

Brakes

Powerful braking (V-brake) without squeezing too hard. The durable brake pads are effective even in the rain.

Wheels

The double-walled aluminum rims provide good performance and withstand impacts. Wheel diameter: 28", inner rim width 19 mm (3/4") Screw-on mounting system limits opportunistic theft - 32-spoke front and rear wheels

Tires

The exclusive tread design of these long-distance city tires offers both speed and traction on dry and wet roads. Skinwall wire bead tires for less weight. The nylon “bead to bead” puncture-resistant tread and an additional rubber band effectively protect against flat tires and pinch flats. Tire dimensions: 700 x 38c Weight: 580 g (20 oz.).

Saddle / seat post

Btwin 500 Sport Foam Saddle guarantees a comfortable ride. Aluminum seat post, graduated for easy adjustment. Seat post height: 350 mm (14"). Collar dimensions: 32 mm (1 1/4"). Seat post diameter: 27.2 mm (1"). Screw-on seat post limits the risk of opportunist theft.

Bottom bracket/pedals

Monoblock city pedals with metal spindle. Wide pedal designed for comfort and grip. 170 mm (6 2/3") aluminum cranks. 119 mm (4 2/6") integrated bottom bracket. Light, discreet chain guard protects your clothing.

Lighting

The powerful hub dynamo light allows for improved visibility and safety in any situation. Shimano Nexus Hub Dynamo (6 volts, 3 watts). 30 Lux Axa Blueline front light that lets you see 30 m [33 yd] ahead and be seen from 3000 m [3300 yd] (in-house test) Axa Blueline rear light that lets you be seen from 600 m [660 yd] and 220° The capacitor means that the rear light will stay on for 4 minutes when stationary.

Pannier rack/fender

The bike is equipped with a pannier rack and fender designed exclusively for this range of bikes so you can carry your belongings and stay clean and dry in any situation. The pannier rack can carry up to 27 kg (60 lbs), including a child seat. The 12-mm (1/2") diameter tubes make it compatible with the entire Elops baggage range. Fenders with a screw-on double stay for maximum stability and solidity.

Stand

The aluminum rear stand can take loads of 35 kg (77 lbs) and is stable when loaded with pannier bags. The rear stand doesn’t touch the cranks if you push the bike forward or backward when stopping.

Compatibility with other accessories

The frame is equipped with bolts for attaching a folding lock and a ring lock-type frame lock that blocks the wheel. The pannier rack can hold 27 kg (66 lbs), including a child seat and our Elops bags.

Maximum weight

Maximum load: 140 kg (310 lbs), including bike, cyclist, and belongings.