The German brand Schindelhauer is renewing two of its electric bikes, the Heinrich and Hannah. This pair makes a point of being as chic as possible, while offering components that are both very modern and powerful.
If the manufacturer of electric bikes Schindelhauer is not the best known here, its catalog has the merit of catching our eye. Its offer is in fact mainly composed of refined and classy models, the look of which has obviously been placed at the heart of the specifications.
At the end of 2023, the overseas firm is renewing two of its VAEs, the Heinrich and Hannah, we learn eBikeNews. On today’s menu: a more powerful engine, new generation Bosch components and a look that’s still just as chic. Be careful, however: these are truly high-end urban cycles, with a high price positioning.
The best of Bosch
Basically, the Heinrich and Hannah are the same: only their frame shape differs, in order to suit different types of users. The first thus opts for a closed frame and a slightly higher height, which will promote semi-sporty driving, while the second prefers a low frame for more practicality.
On the rest of their technical sheet, everything is identical. And for once, Schindelhauer has clearly placed the emphasis on the high end. Already, the duo relies on one of Bosch’s best motors, I named the Performance Line CX and its torque of 85 Nm. We can even legitimately wonder if such a system is not too powerful for a urban use, but why not. Let’s say that a Performance Line (75 Nm) would have been sufficient and would have reduced costs.
Source: Schindelhauer
Source: Schindelhauer
Source: Schindelhauer
Obviously, the battery is also supplied by its German friend: it is a removable Powertube 500, always practical for recharging the accumulator at home or at work, without necessarily putting your bike in a warm place. The on-board computer is represented by a Kiox 300 which has nothing more to prove.
To top it off, the Heinrich and Hannah integrate the Bosch ConnectModule as standard, which gives you access to security functions (alarm, real-time location) which are always useful against theft or for finding your stolen bike.
Qualitative lighting
The manufacturer’s teams have not skimped on the transmission either: you are dealing with an Enviolo continuously variable and automatic transmission, capable of shifting gears automatically according to your pace and your pre-configured pedaling cadence. It’s a really high-end system, but very practical. Everything is logically associated with a Gates CDX belt.
Lighting has not been put aside, on the contrary: the Heinrich and Hannah are equipped with Supernova lights at the front and rear, a reliable brand renowned for its powerful lighting systems. Safety is also ensured by Shimano Alfine S7000 hydraulic disc brakes.
Source: Schindelhauer
Source: Schindelhauer
Finally, a RackTime SnapIt rear luggage rack can accommodate up to 25 kg of load, while a Brooks B17 saddle has been installed to further refine the style of the cycle. The Heinrich is available in sizes S, M and L, in Midnight Blue and Titanium Silver, while the Hannah is available in sizes S and M, in Cream White and Pearl Blue.
A hefty price
Each model costs the modest sum of 6,195 euros on the official website, which makes them very expensive electric bikes, but also very well equipped. Deliveries are indeed assured in France, in exchange for a fee of 40 euros.