11:43Machine-translated from Azerbaijani by AIRead in Azerbaijani
Volkswagen Unveils New Electric Bike With a 161 km Range
N+ and Volkswagen have developed the N+ Volkswagen eBike for safer riding. The manufacturers describe the model as the “world's safest electric bike.” The bike was made available for testing at IFA 2026 in Berlin. Order deliveries will begin in Q4 2026.
The Sport version, which has a straight top tube, was displayed at the exhibition. The low-frame Crossover was not available in the test area. Both models have 27.5-inch wheels, a 9-speed Shimano U4000 Cues gear system and Tektro disc brakes. Corrosion-resistant materials were chosen so the bike can withstand salted winter roads. Illuminated VW badges are positioned at the front and rear. It also has a separate headlight and brake light. The bike is powered by a 250 W Yamaha motor. The motor is positioned in the middle of the frame, while the battery is housed inside the sloping down tube. The bike can travel about 100 miles, or 161 km, on a single charge. Both versions have built-in Find My tracking. A similar feature will later be added for Android devices.
Safety features include smart glasses, a Bluetooth-connected helmet, a rear camera and a handlebar display. The glasses' color HUD system—a display that shows information directly in the rider's field of view—displays a GPS map and the current speed. The helmet has front and rear lights. When the helmet is connected to the bike, the red light on the back signals other road users during braking and turning.
Navigation is displayed on the handlebar screen called Smart View. When the radar detects a vehicle approaching from behind, the display shows the rear camera feed and a blind-spot warning. This warning also appears on the LED light strip on the top tube. However, because the batteries were delivered late, the electric assist, Smart View display and smart glasses were not tested during an actual ride. Testing without a battery showed that the bike was agile and accelerated easily. The gears shifted smoothly, while the disc brakes responded immediately. The Sport model has a base price of $4,000 (about 6,800 manats), while the Crossover costs $4,350 (about 7,400 manats). When the safety package—consisting of the helmet, smart glasses, an 85 dB audible alarm and a frame lock—and an additional battery are selected, the Sport model costs slightly less than $6,000 (less than about 10,200 manats).
The Sport version, which has a straight top tube, was displayed at the exhibition. The low-frame Crossover was not available in the test area. Both models have 27.5-inch wheels, a 9-speed Shimano U4000 Cues gear system and Tektro disc brakes. Corrosion-resistant materials were chosen so the bike can withstand salted winter roads. Illuminated VW badges are positioned at the front and rear. It also has a separate headlight and brake light. The bike is powered by a 250 W Yamaha motor. The motor is positioned in the middle of the frame, while the battery is housed inside the sloping down tube. The bike can travel about 100 miles, or 161 km, on a single charge. Both versions have built-in Find My tracking. A similar feature will later be added for Android devices. Safety features include smart glasses, a Bluetooth-connected helmet, a rear camera and a handlebar display. The glasses' color HUD system—a display that shows information directly in the rider's field of view—displays a GPS map and the current speed. The helmet has front and rear lights. When the helmet is connected to the bike, the red light on the back signals other road users during braking and turning. Navigation is displayed on the handlebar screen called Smart View. When the radar detects a vehicle approaching from behind, the display shows the rear camera feed and a blind-spot warning. This warning also appears on the LED light strip on the top tube. However, because the batteries were delivered late, the electric assist, Smart View display and smart glasses were not tested during an actual ride. Testing without a battery showed that the bike was agile and accelerated easily. The gears shifted smoothly, while the disc brakes responded immediately. The Sport model has a base price of $4,000 (about 6,800 manats), while the Crossover costs $4,350 (about 7,400 manats). When the safety package—consisting of the helmet, smart glasses, an 85 dB audible alarm and a frame lock—and an additional battery are selected, the Sport model costs slightly less than $6,000 (less than about 10,200 manats).