The Gazelle ebike was brought to my attention. So I thought I would compare it with our favorite Vado 5.0 SL. From the beginning this Dutch import Gazelle Ultimate T10+ HMB appears to be similar to the Vado. We checked out the review from Bicycle.com and a video from E-bike Review (below).
Its mid-frame Bosch motor makes its suitable Tennessee terrain. Bicycle.com quoted the price at $4,199 (2022) which makes the aluminum design about 20% less than the VADO, but its weight at 59 pounds vs the VADO 38 can be a problem especially if the rider likes off-motor option.
The added Gazelle weight is due to the integrated 500-wh battery, whereas the VADO is 320-wh. Both hybrid bikes are Class 3. Bicycle. com lists these following features:
Type Class 3 e-bike, 28mph
Frame Aluminum
Fork SR Suntour, 80mm travel, lockout
Stem Adjustable from -10 to 65 degrees
Grips Ergon
Wheels Ryde Dutch, 28-inch
Tires Schwalbe Energizer Plus, 1.75-inch
Drivetrain 10-speed Shimano Deore XT
Brakes Shimano Hydraulic Disc
Saddle Selle Royal Essenza
Motor Bosch Performance Line Speed, 75Nm torque
Battery Bosch PowerTube, 500Wh
Range About 25 miles in turbo, 55 in eco
Display Bosch Purion
Extras Fenders, AXA lights and lock, aluminum rear carrier, rear-mounted kickstand
The other important differences are Gazelle vs Vado): torque (75Nm vs 49Nm), claimed rangle (55mph vs 80mph), drivetrain, (10 speed Deore vs 12 speed Ultegra), shock fork (SR suspension vs springs), battery (removable for charging vs fixed w/optional adder), nearest dealer (Somerset KY vs Hendersonville TN).
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