BERNDS test reports

In this year's "aktiv Radfahren" [active Biking] megatest on bikes for special requirements, the PackBERNDS was judged "Outstanding".

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Technical specifications

Steel frame made in our own factory*

Dimensions when folded (all models): 175x100x70cm
(with forks removed 75x74,5x20cm)
Wheelbase: 169cm
Rear sub-frame length: 40cm
Overall length: 219cm
Payload: from 19,4kg
Step-through height: 35cm
Top tube length: 50cm
Weight: Driver + Box each 130kg
Rider height: from 140cm up to 210cm

*Standard dimensions with 50-mm width tyres, made-to-measure bikes deviate from these

Models of drive train

8-gear derailleur:
development 2.45-7.13m (48 tooth to 11-32), chain drive with freewheel

8-gear hub:
development 2.41-7.39m (42 tooth to 15), Shimano Nexus with back-pedal or freewheel (Premium hub); optional belt drive

3x8-gear Dual Drive:
development 1.57-8.48m (42 tooth to 11-32) Sram DualDrive, 8-gear combined 3-gear hub

14-gear hub: 
development 1.68-8.85m (48 tooth to 13), Rohloff SpeedHub; optional belt drive

PackBERNDS – it can manage anything!

Our new BERNDS cargo bike is based on the low step-through version of the tried and tested, robust BERNDS frame.

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With the PackBERNDS the special advantages of the BERNDS design prove their worth once again.

  • Due to the 20" wheels, the cargo compartment and thus the centre of gravity are both low and in the centre. Even with the heaviest loads this ensures safe, manageable and agile riding performance.
  • The wheelbase and the steering kinematics have been chosen so that on the one hand there is plenty of space for cargo, without sacrificing the typical BERNDS agility on the other.
  • The robust construction in conjunction with 20" wheels permits a high payload of 260 kg.
  • The PackBERNDS is supplied with a very large, light and particularly robust carrying basket - Made in Germany!
At all the ergonomically important places we have, as usual, used standard parts, so that the PackBERNDS, too, can be adapted to your individual needs.

Basic model

Powder coating: 3 coats (primer, powder colour coating, clear lacquer), standard colour Diamond Black, other RAL colours at extra charge
Suspension: rear wheel elastomer suspension (3 degrees of hardness available)
Front wheel suspension forks optional
Bearings: rear swingarm with self-lubricating, sintered brass bushing
Pedals: high-quality ball-bearing type with non-slip rubber surface (optional fold or push-fit pedals)
Brakes: V Brake (optional hydraulic wheel rim or disc brakes)
Tyres: 20" Schwalbe Big Apple 50 mm wide, 2-5 bar (others optional)
Wheel rims: aluminium U-profile, 24 mm 36-hole
Spokes: 36 Nirosta, 2 mm
Steerer race: 1 1/8 inch sealed (BERNDS special)
Stem: adjustable angle, 1 1/8 inch, different lengths optional
Handlebars: Moon (other handlebars optional)
Seatpost: patented, aluminium 29.8 mm
Saddle: Terry Citta (other saddles optional)
Mudguards: plastic black or silver, 53 mm SKS Trekking with
BERNDS special stainless steel stays
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Foot stands: BERNDS special 2-leg stands
Carrying basket:
-box:
B/L min: 66/37cm B/L max: 70/78cm, H 45cm
B/L min: 60/37cm B/L max: 70/76cm, H 40cm