Bikes & E-Bikes
German bike manufacturers, from racing bikes for WorldTour teams to e-bikes for everyday use.
German bike manufacturers: development and direct sales
Canyon and Cube are developed in Germany and used in professional cycling. Through direct sales without dealers, the traditional dealer markup of 20 to 40 percent is removed.
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European bike manufacturers focused on performance, quality, and price-value ratio.
Canyon
German engineering meets bicycle innovation
- Direct sales without dealers
- Development and design in Koblenz, Germany
- WorldTour professional teams ride Canyon (Movistar, EF)
- Wide range: Road, MTB, Gravel, E-Bike, Urban
Cube
Bicycles developed and produced in Germany
- Over 400 models in the range
- Development and design in Waldershof, Bavaria
- Presence in professional MTB sport (EWS teams)
- Bosch and Shimano integration in e-bike models
Gazelle
Dutch bicycles and e-bikes since 1892
- Final assembly in Dieren (Netherlands), around 300,000 bikes per year
- Over 13 million bikes produced since 1892
- Royal Dutch Gazelle, royal warrant holder since 1992
- Classic women's and men's city and trekking bikes
Ampler
Lightweight e-bikes with USB-C charging from Estonia
- Handcrafted in Estonia, made-to-order
- Models from 16 kg total weight
- USB-C charging, world's first e-bike with this function
- In-house rear hub motor with torque sensor
Kalkhoff
Premium e-bikes Made in Germany from Cloppenburg
- Production in Cloppenburg since 1919
- E-bikes Made in Germany
- Trekking, city, all-road, and e-bike models
- Brand World with test rides at factory location
Riese & Müller
Premium e-bikes and cargo bikes from Mühltal near Darmstadt
- E-bikes and cargo bikes for commuters, families, and business customers
- Model families Nevo, Charger, Load, Multitinker, Packster, and Delite
- High-end components from Bosch, Shimano, and Pinion
- Distribution via certified specialist dealers worldwide with test rides and service
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Canyon priced compared to Trek or Specialized?
Canyon sells exclusively direct, without dealers and without middleman margins. This removes the traditional dealer markup of 20 to 40 percent. WorldTour pro teams Movistar and EF Education ride Canyon frames.
What are the differences between Cube and Canyon?
Both are German manufacturers. Canyon is more strongly positioned in the road bike and performance segment but has fewer dealers. Cube offers over 400 models according to company figures and is available through specialist retailers.
Where can I test ride Canyon and Cube bikes?
Canyon sells exclusively online and operates pop-up showrooms in some cities. Cube is available through a wide dealer network. Cube bikes can be test ridden in most bike shops in Germany.