Zed’s Take: Another premium manufacturer sees the light. When Riese & Müller — arguably the gold standard of e-bikes — commits to belt drive across their urban lineup, that’s not a trend. That’s a verdict.
Source: E-Bike News
German premium e-bike manufacturer Riese & Müller has announced that all 2026 urban and commuter models will ship exclusively with Gates Carbon Drive belt systems, citing customer demand for lower maintenance and cleaner operation as the driving factors.