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Christian Allmendinger

LASTS LONGER, CLEANER.

When it comes to unrestricted suitability for everyday use and your safety, we only trust the best suppliers - and for more and more models with hub gears or bottom bracket transmission, a carbon-reinforced belt drive from the US company Gates Corporation is used instead of the usual chain. This innovative highlight has impressive advantages ...

Dream Couple

When the extremely finely stepped 18-speed transmission from Swabian manufacture translates your crank movements into the appropriate wheel speed, only the Gates CDX belt drive comes into question for power transmission to the rear wheel. Whether here on the STEVENS P18 or its sister model, the C12 (with 12-speed transmission, also from Pinion): the performance of this ideal drive pairing is convincing from the very first pedal stroke with smooth and quiet running.

A Matter of Maintenance

Year-round cyclists and long-distance travellers on two wheels have so far been able to tell you how much maintenance such an open-running chain drive requires - at least if its efficiency is to be maintained for as long as possible. And yet hardly any chain lasts longer than 2000-2500km. The Gates belt, on the other hand, which thanks to carbon fibres is extremely strong and low-wear, promises a 5-digit mileage. And instead of regular oiling (read: greasy hands and trouser legs), a little warm water and a brush every few weeks are sufficient to get the drive train back in top shape.

Worthwhile Effort

The fine thing "carbon belt drive" does have one catch - at least for the STEVENS engineers: They have to meet two requirements when designing the frame. Firstly, the rear triangle must be particularly stiff so that the tension of the belt as well as the meticulous alignment of the chainring and rear sprocket are maintained even under high pedal/drive force. And the right chain stay has to be separable for mounting the belt - because, unlike a conventional chain, it is not.

At the request of many STEVENS retailers and even more everyday and long-distance cyclists, we are outfitting six of our E-bikes and just as many particularly high-quality bicycle models from various categories with a "Gates CDX Center Track Carbon Drive Belt". So if you never want to touch a bottle of chain oil again, you are guaranteed to find a suitable offer for your purpose and your wallet:

C12 Lite – The “Little Black One”.

  • Modern trekking bike with high-value full specs
  • Finely tuned 12-speed Pinion gearbox with 600% gear range
  • Reliable Shimano hydraulic disc brakes
  • Innovative, low-maintenance Gates belt drive
  • Fast and foldable Schwalbe Marathon tyres

The STEVENS C12 Lite is available from authorized retailers - in the colour Stealth Black in sizes 48, 52, 55, 58 and 61cm.

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P18 – There cannot be more Premium.

  • Modern sports trekking bike w/ premium full specs
  • Finely tuned 18-speed Pinion gearbox with 636% gear range
  • Innovative, low-maintenance Gates belt drive
  • Strong Shimano Deore XT Trekking disc brakes
  • Anodized frame finish: of high quality, light, durable

The STEVENS P18 is available from authorized retailers - in the colour Anodized Black in sizes 48, 52, 55, 58 and 61cm.

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Super Flight – City. Country. Speed.

  • Luxury tourer w/ triple butted aluminium frame, Gates CDX carbon drive and high-quality components
  • Exclusive S-Lite Aluminium fork w/ tapered steerer
  • Classy Shimano Alfine 11-speed gear
  • Forged, adjustable dropouts
  • Innovative Busch+Müller headlight (70 Lux!) w/ daylight function and stationary taillight

The STEVENS Super Flight is available from authorized retailers - in the colour Stealth Black and in two frame versions: “Gent” in sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 and 64cm and “Lady” in sizes 46, 50 and 54cm.

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E-Courier Plus – Extra. Strong.

  • Completely new comfortable pedelec with low step-thru but 180 kg of gross vehicle weight
  • Bosch G3 Performance Line Cruise system with 250 W/65 Nm and integrated PowerTube 625 battery
  • Smooth shifting 5-speed gear hub plus belt drive
  • 50 mm wide Schwalbe Marathon tires
  • Magura 4-piston disc brake

The STEVENS E-Courier Plus Forma is available at authorized retailers - in the colour Silver Blue and in the sizes 46, 52 and 56cm.

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E-14 – As good as it can get.

  • High-end pedelec with electronic 14-speed gear hub, automatic downshift and Gates carbon drive
  • Powerful Bosch G4 Performance Line CX system (250 W/75 Nm) plus integrated 625 Wh battery
  • Magura 4-piston disc brake
  • Wide tires + adjustable seatpost = extra comfort!
  • Highly functional commuter specs to include LED front beam (120 Lux!)

The STEVENS E-14 is available from authorized retailers - in the colour Stealth Black and in two frame versions: “Gent” in sizes 52, 55, 58 and 61cm and “Forma” (with low step-thru) in sizes 46, 52 and 56cm.

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E-Courier Luxe – An extra helping of luxury.

  • Comfortable pedelec with smooth shifting 8-speed gear hub and belt drive
  • Bosch G3 Active Line Plus Cruise system (50 Nm) and integrated PowerTube 500 battery
  • Premium air suspension fork w/ thru-axle
  • 47 mm wide Schwalbe Marathon tires
  • Reliable, precise Shimano disc brakes

The STEVENS E-Courier Luxe is available from authorized retailers - in three frame versions: “Gent” (colour: Stealth Black) in sizes 52, 55, 58 and 61cm, “Lady” (colour: Stealth Black or Carrara White) in sizes 46, 50 and 54cm and “Forma” (with low step-thru, colour: Stealth Black or Carrara White) in sizes 46, 52 and 56cm.

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E-Cito – Faithful companion for the city with coaster brake.

  • Comfortable and reliable pedelec with gear hub and belt drive
  • Silent Bosch G3 Active Line Plus Cruise system with 250 W and PowerPack 500 battery
  • Tektro hydraulic disc brakes plus coaster brake
  • Stiff frame w/ low step-thru and safe handling
  • 500 Wh battery for long mileage and reasonable range

The STEVENS E-Cito is available from authorized retailers - in the colour Deep Violet in sizes 46, 52 and 56cm.

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E-11 – More comfort on two wheels.

  • Comfortable pedelec with automatic/electronic 11-speed gear hub and Gates Carbon Drive
  • Silent Bosch G3 Active Line Plus Cruise system with 50 Nm
  • Integrated 500 Wh battery for touring-worthy range
  • Bright Busch+Müller LED light (70 Lux!)
  • Powerful Shimano BR-M6000 disc brakes

The STEVENS E-11 is available from authorized retailers - in the colour Granite Grey and in two frame versions: “Gent” in sizes 52, 55, 58 and 61cm and “Forma” (with low step-thru) in sizes 46, 52 and 56cm.

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