Once a kind of luxury vehicle, e-bikes are becoming more affordable and it shows in the sales figures. The discounters are also involved in the market. TECHBOOK checks the latest offer: a Hollandrand with electric drive from Zündapp, which is available from Lidl, among others.
E-bikes have firmly established themselves on the streets. They’re perfect for traveling in an environmentally friendly way, and sometimes a blessing when you’ve traveled further afield. Bicycles with an electric auxiliary motor that support the pedaling force are available in specialist shops and increasingly also at discounters. Latest offer: the Z517 700c Zundapp. You can get that for less than 1000 euros at Lidl, for example.
Zündapp Z517 700c at Lidl – what can the cheap e-bike do?
With its Dutch bike look, the Zündapp Z517 700c stands out from other e-bikes right from the start. These are usually rather futuristic or at least very sporty. Typical Dutch bike, the device has a spacious basket plus luggage rack and allows you to sit more upright on the saddle.
Sure: In terms of equipment, the Z517 700c Zundapp corresponds to a roadworthy bicycle according to the Road Traffic Act (StVZO).
Price and specifications of the Zundapp Z517 700c
The Zündapp Z517 700c is not an exclusive Lidl product, you can also get it from other discounters such as Kaufland and Netto. The price at Lidl but is lowest: With 928.52 euros it is a whopping 770.48 euros below the recommended retail price.
- low-maintenance 7-speed derailleur from Shimano
- battery with 374 watt hours integrated in the frame
- 115 km range
- mechanical V-brake plus coaster brake
- 28 inch wheel size, frame height: 48 centimeters
- Total weight: 25 kilograms
Suitable for whom?
The manufacturer Zündapp primarily describes its e-bike as a city bike. But of course longer excursions or bike tours in the forest as well as medium-sized shopping tours are also possible.
With its dimensions, the e-bike could be too small for people taller than about 1.90 meters. Likewise, the maximum permissible weight of 120 kilograms that the bike carries should be taken into account.
Is the Lidl price for the Zündapp bike really cheap?
A high-quality device can sometimes cost 3500 euros, in this price range the test winners in our TECHBOOK e-bike comparison ranked. Aldi had still estimated 1299 euros for the e-bike Prophete.
For the Zündapp Z517 700c, even the discounter Netto is currently charging 1099 euros. As you can see, the Lidl range is pretty good.