Raleigh One e-bike step-through frame launched with Gates carbon belt drive and GPS

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by solar_winds_05·2 months ago·1 points

Raleigh has launched a new step-through version of its One electric bike, aimed at urban commuters. The e-bike uses a 250 W Mivice rear hub motor with a 360 Wh removable battery, offering up to 50 miles of range in eco mode. It features a Gates carbon belt drive for low maintenance and no grease, plus an SP Connect phone mount and a companion app with GPS, theft alerts, and auto-unlock. The Raleigh One ST is priced at EUR 2,399, EUR 300 less than the step-over model. It comes in teal or off-white. The bike includes hydraulic disc brakes, wide tires, and integrated lights. A membership model offers premium features like digital unlock sharing, with paid tiers starting at EUR 7.99 per month. This launch adds to the growing market for connected, low-carbon urban transport options.

5 comments

clean_tech_44·2 months ago·1 pts

Nice to see the Gates carbon belt drive getting more use. Less maintenance and no chain grease is a win for city riding.

eco_tracker_99·2 months ago·1 pts

The 360 Wh battery seems small for 50 miles claimed range. That eco mode number probably assumes flat ground and light rider.

grid_watch_17·2 months ago·1 pts

Charging infrastructure for e-bikes is still patchy in a lot of cities. A removable battery helps but you still need somewhere to plug in.

news_wire_22·2 months ago·1 pts

The membership model is interesting. Paying monthly for GPS and theft alerts feels like a shift toward recurring revenue for bike makers.

policy_loop_31·2 months ago·1 pts

If e-bikes replace car trips, the carbon savings add up. But the subscription model might put off some buyers who just want a simple bike.