Following our 2020 list of the best belt drive bikes we have been compiling the Best Electric Belt Drive Bikes 2021. This follows loads of interest in electric belt drive bikes. It would appear people are not satisfied with the niche of belt drive bikes we need to go deeper with eBikes using this tech. If you are looking for your next low maintenance bike with some serious electric range then we have something special for you. Huge thanks to all the manufacturers who have helped us compile this list and helped us built out this guide.
Full list of Electric Belt Drive Bikes 2021
- Lekker Amsterdam GT Enviolo
- Trek Allant+ 9S Stagger 2021 E-Bike
- Giant DailyTour E+1 2021 Electric Hybrid Bike
- Kalkhoff Endeavour 7.B Belt 2021 eBike
- Cowboy 3 eBike
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Best Commuter Belt Drive eBike
Lekker Amsterdam GT Enviolo Belt Drive eBike
Brand new for 2021. The Amsterdam GT Enviolo builds on the expertise that Lekker have amassed in belt drive bikes. The Lekker Amsterdam GT Enviolo has a single speed style about it. With an integrated battery within the frame it can easily pass for a standard bike and will appeal to many on this basis.
The Amsterdam GT is very well specced using the Gates CDX belt drive system and the lightweight Samsung 410Wh cell battery giving a range of up to 100km on a single charge. If you are looking for more power to give assurance on range and infrequency of charging there is also a 500Wh battery that can reach up to 140km range.
Power is delivered by a Max Mid-drive motor from Bafang creating a maximum power output of 80N.m. Not going to be threatening any Ferrari’s at the lights but mighty on a bike. The GT comes with gearing using the Enviolo city stepless shifting technology. This delivers a continuous variable transmission perfect for stress free commuters with enough to think about traffic dodging. Enviolo have been developing their integrated hub to allow shifting while standing still making stop-start journeys simpler.
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Specification of the Lekker Amsterdam GT Enviolo
| Frame | Aluminium 6061 with integrated battery case, Belt drive compatible |
|---|---|
| Fork | Aluminium 6061 Tapered disc only |
| Headset | Neco Semi integrated sealed bearing |
| Brakes | Tektro TD-285 hydraulic Disc Brakes |
| Motor | Bafang Max Mid Drive, integrated cranks, 36v, 250 Wh Capacity |
| Motor Weight | 2.9 kg |
| Rear Hub | Enviolo CT N310 Stepless Shifting – Ratio 310% |
| Screen | Bafang Intelligent DPC11 LCD Rated IP65, offers complete protection from dust, oil, and other non-corrosive material. |
| Battery | Standard: 36v 11.5 Ah, 418 Wh capacity Range: 50km-100km Upgrade: 36v 14.5Ah, 500 Wh capacity Range: 70km-140km Removable for easy access to charging |
| Charger | EU Standard |
| Front Hub | Sealed bearing 32h |
| Rims | 700 Alloy 19mm internal width |
| Tyres | WTB Riddler 700 x 45c |
| Pedals | Alloy platform |
| Chain | Gate CDX Carbon Drive Belt System ratio: 55/24 |
| Grips | Vinyl Lock on |
| Saddle | Lekker slimline commuter saddle |
| Seat Post | Lekker Alloy 27.2mm |
| Handlebar | Lekker alloy commuter 31.8mm |
| Stem | Lekker alloy 31.8mm |
| Kickstand | Optional: Alloy Side, E-bike specific |
| Front Light | Spanninga AXENDO 40 Battery Connected (STVZO Approved) |
| Rear light | Lightskin LED integrated Seat Post light Battery Connected (STVZO Approved) |
| Fenders | Aluminium Powder Coated LEKKER design Fender Set |
| Weight | 23kg |
Best Price for the Lekker belt drive eBike
Buy the Lekker Amsterdam GT Enviolo for €2,598.00 direct from Lekker
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Trek Allant+ 9S Stagger eBike
Another completely new model for 2021 from Trek Bikes is the Allant+ 9S Stagger eBike. The Allant is a bruiser of an eBike with a sturdy look about it but only weighing in at 23.6kg that is comparable with others in our list. Styling wise with a drop top tube the ambition from Trek is to achieve a unisex frame in lightweight aluminium. It may be a Marmite design decision and not convinced it will be genuinely a one size fits all in the spirit of a Brompton but a brave choice.
The Allant shares many of the components with the Lekker Amsterdam Enviolo GT above. The drive train and gearing are mirrored with the Gates CDX carbon belt drive coupled to the Enviolo CVT rear hub. Trek have adopted the Bosch motor and battery. This has one of the most powerful batteries in our list of belt drive eBikes with the Bosch motor delivering a slightly lower max power output of 75Nm. The battery capacity is a monster 625 Wh delivered in an integrated battery. This is 125 Wh larger than the upgraded Lekker model. The range of this combination gives up to 150 miles of assisted cycling but this varies dramatically depending on speed, cadence and weight.
The Allant + 9S comes with a Suntour suspension front fork with lockout for those not looking to lose any power and trade comfort for speed. The seat post includes suspension mitigating need for full suspension in a more cost effective manner. In addition to suspension the Allant has 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes for confidence in all-weather conditions. Final features include mudguards, rear rack and lights to further provision all-rounder capability.
Specification of the Trek Allant+ 9S Stagger eBike
| Frame | High-performance hydroformed e-bike frame, Removable Integrated Battery, Motor Armour, internal cable routing, post-mount disc |
|---|---|
| Fork | SR Suntour Mobie25, coil spring, tapered alloy steerer, preload, rebound, lockout, post mount disc, 100×15 mm thru-axle, 50 mm travel |
| Headset | FSA Integrated, sealed cartridge bearing, 1-1/8″ top, 1.5″ bottom |
| Brakes | Magura MT5NE, 4-piston hydraulic disc brake w/brake light switch |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Speed, 75 Nm, 45 km/h (28 mph), 25 km/h in Europe |
| Rear Hub | Enviolo Trekking CVT rear hub, 380% range, 32 h |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 625 |
| Charger | Bosch standard 4A (220-240 V) charger |
| Front Hub | Bontrager sealed bearing, 32-hole 15 mm alloy thru-axle |
| Rims | Alex MD35, Tubeless Ready, 32-hole, 35 mm width, Presta valve |
| Tyres | Bontrager E6 Hard-Case Lite, reflective, wire bead, 60 tpi, 27.5×2.4″ |
| Pedals | Bontrager Satellite City pedal |
| Chain | Gates CDX Carbon Drive Belt System, 22 T, steel |
| Grips | Bontrager Satellite Elite, alloy lock-on |
| Saddle | Bontrager Commuter Comp |
| Seat Post | Comfort suspension, 31.6 mm |
| Handlebar | Aluminium comfort |
| Stem | Bontrager alloy, 31.8 mm, Blendr-compatible, 7-degree, 70 mm length |
| Kickstand | Pletscher Comp Flex 18 |
| Front Light | Busch & Muller Top Light |
| Rear light | Spanninga Axendo Speed |
| Weight | 23.6kg |
Best Price for the Trek Allant+ 9S Stagger eBike
Buy the Trek Allant+ 9S Stagger eBike for £5200 direct from Trek Bikes
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Giant DailyTour E+1 2021 Electric Hybrid Bike
The Giant DailyTour E+1 2021 is so new that technically at the time of putting this list together you can’t yet buy one. This is certainly bleeding edge when it comes to belt driven eBikes. Details we have to date are as follows and will get a full review soon as we can get our hand on one.
The Giant DailyTour differs from others in our line with Giant having developed much of their own electric bike tech. They are still using the unrivalled Gates carbon belt drive system but matching this with their own battery and motors. Power comes in lower than many others with Torque of only 50Nm (Newton meters). This means electric support on hills will be lower than some others here. Important if you are a heavier rider. Range will be excellent however with a class leading voltage capacity of 625Wh (Watt Hours). This puts it head to head with the Trek.
The Giant includes a number of digital features including Smart Assist mode to allow you to forget about gearing. The digital assistance extends to the RideControl EVO display that includes on-board navigation integrated into the handlebar.
Specification Giant DailyTour E+1
| Frame | ALUXX SL aluminum |
|---|---|
| Fork | SR Suntour MOBIE 25 LO AIR, 60mm, 15AQ |
| Brakes | Shimano MT201 Hydraulic Disc |
| Motor | Giant SyncDrive Core 50Nm |
| Battery | Giant EnergyPak Smart 625Wh |
| Tyres | Schwalbe Marathon E Plus 622×50 |
| Pedals | VP191 light weight aluminum |
| Chain | Gates CDX Carbon Drive 120T CenterTrack belt |
| Saddle | Selle Royal Look-In gel |
| Seat Post | Suspension 2-bolt micro-adjustable, 30.9x270mm |
| Handlebar | Giant Contour, EVO display integrated, adjustable |
| Stem | Giant Contour GT, cable integrated, 30 ° back sweep 31.8mm |
| Kickstand | Pletscher Comp Flex 18 |
| Front Light | Giant Numen iD integrated day-time LED Axa Blueline 30 automatic front LED |
| Rear light | Axa Blueline rear LED |
| Weight | not yet released |
Best Price for the Giant DailyTour E+1
The 2021 model is yet to be formally released to buy. You can still get the 2020 model in some sizes. Buy the 2020 Giant DailyTour E+1 belt drive eBike for £2999 from Rutland Cycles
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Best Touring belt drive eBike
Kalkhoff Endeavour 7.B Belt 2021 Bike
The Kalkhoff Endeavour 7.B Belt 2021 looks like a close sibling of the Giant Daily Tour. They share much of the same DNA but arguably Kalkhoff deliver a more attractive end product. Kalkhoff may be new to many of our readers but they are in fact one of the oldest bike makers around. They’ve been crafting bikes for nearly 100 years. With HQ and manufacturing facilities in Germany they are solid, reliable and well made. Kalkhoff back this up with a solid 10 year warranty for further peace of mind.
Their latest Endeavour 7.B Belt has been updated for 2021 and builds on their expertise in belt drive bikes. Keeping components close to home they use the newest 4th generation Bosch performance CX system for power. This echoes the Trek in using the Bosch electric motor to drive the bike along with the 625Wh battery making range match the Trek. The Kalkhoff outperforms the Trek however with the Performance CX motor rather than the speed model giving an extra 10Nm over the Trek. Pushing out an impressive 85Nm. Class leading alongside the best from our line up.
Using the Gates CDX carbon belt drive system coupled with the newest Enviolo Trekking variable shifting system the Kalkhoff promises stress free cycling. With front suspension through Suntour forks again the Kalkhoff is not cutting any corners. Braking is handled by the Shimano MT420 hydraulic disk brakes that are reliable and needed on a bike of this weight in the wet.
Specification of the Kalkhoff Endeavour 7.B Belt 2021 eBike
| Frame | Integrale 1.5, aluminium |
|---|---|
| Fork | Suntour Mobie25 Air, lockout, 15mm thru axle |
| Brakes | Shimano MT420, hydraulic disk brake |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX, 36 V / 250 W / 85 Nm |
| Rear Hub | Enviolo Trekking |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube 625 |
| Charger | Bosch standard 4A (220-240 V) charger |
| Front Hub | Shimano Alvio MT400, 15x100mm with QR Enviolo Trekking |
| Rims | Rodi TRYP35, with double eyelets |
| Tyres | 27.5″ Schwalbe Marathon Almotion 55-584 |
| Pedals | Urban Light, with anti slip protection and reflector |
| Chain | Gates Carbondrive CDX |
| Grips | Ergon GA30 |
| Saddle | Ergon SM10 |
| Seat Post | Concept EX, aluminium |
| Handlebar | Aluminium comfort |
| Stem | Concept EX, aluminium |
| Front Light | Supernova E3 Mini 2 |
| Rear light | Spanninga Pimento |
| Weight | 27.3kg |
Best price for the Kalkhoff Endeavour 7.B Belt 2021
Buy the Kalkhoff Endeavour 7.B Belt for £4499 from Rutland Cycling
Most Stylish Belt Drive eBike
Cowboy 3 belt drive eBike
The Cowboy 3 is a genuine challenger. It is the lightest electric belt drive bike we have in our list and the latest from Cowboy, an exciting new manufacturer from Belgium. This is the third generation of their electric bike drive bike as the name would suggest. If you are looking for a stylish electric bike option that could easily be mistaken for a fixie this is the option for you. We love it.
Cowboy use their own near silent 250W rear-hub motor. This has been coupled with the Gates Carbon Belt drive in line with the others in our line up. The battery power is delivered when the bike detects pressure on the pedals. The bike’s sensors adjust power delivery as your pace and pedalling change. The motor is one of the smallest powered units in the line up so should be considered as very much complimentary to your cycling only.
Innovation in Bike Design
The Cowboy 3 is ground breaking with crash detection capabilities to further demonstrate the merits of this innovative brand. The Cowboy 3 uses sensors monitoring speed and torque coupled with an accelerometer to intelligently detect any potential crash. Upon any potential incident the rider has 60 seconds to cancel alert being triggered. If this fails to occur the SIM card integrated into the bike triggers a message to an agreed emergency contact. An SMS is triggered notifying of a potential crash. Road safety is hugely important and we welcome this type of innovation from Cowboy helping protect cyclist safety.
With a smaller battery and power supply the Cowboy 3 won’t keep up with others on the hills but for cycling purists this assistance based power may be more suited. Looking for a radical new addition to your n+1 line up of bikes? This could be the one for your Christmas gift list.
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Specification of the Cowboy 3
| Frame | Aluminium 6061 |
|---|---|
| Fork | Aluminium 6061 |
| Brakes | Tektro, Hydraulic, HD-R310 system (with HD-M285 levers) |
| Motor | Custom-designed 30 Nm / 250 W motor, integrated into the rear wheel |
| Rear Hub | 63 front & 22 rear teeth, |
| Battery | Custom-designed 10 Ah, 360 Wh |
| Charger | Custom-designed 36V / 3A charger |
| Front Hub | Gates™️ Carbon Drivetrain |
| Rims | Alloy rims – J25D 27.5”*13G*36H F/Vs |
| Tyres | 42mm Cowboy-custom tyres, puncture resistant tyres with a flexible grip and a puncture protection layer |
| Pedals | Urban Light, with anti slip protection and reflector |
| Chain | Gates Carbondrive CDX |
| Grips | Ergon GA30 |
| Saddle | Cowboy-custom saddle |
| Seat Post | Concept EX, aluminium |
| Handlebar | 540 mm width, 7 deg sweep, 15 mm rise |
| Stem | Concept EX, aluminium |
| Front Light | Custom made integrated front light |
| Rear light | Custom made rear flashing light |
| Weight | 16.9kg |
Best Price for the Cowboy 3
Buy the Cowboy 3 direct from Cowboy for £1990
