Scott Silence eRide 10 – extra-light electric speedster

Pedelec in the test
Scott Silence eRide 10 – extra-light electric speedster

Pedelecs weighing 25 to 30 kilograms are not uncommon. But there are also e-bikes that weigh only half as much. One of these lightweights is the Silence eRide 10, which also looks very good.

Heaving a Pedelec out of the delivery box is one of the physical challenges of bicycle testing. Not so with the new Silence eRide, which manufacturer Scott sent us a few weeks before the official market launch. It was surprisingly easy to carry the package delivered by courier up the stairs to the office and then lift the new e-bike model out of the box.

With the Silence eRide, Scott has created an urban pedelec that, despite having a mid-engine, can easily hide its existence as an e-bike. The completely new model appears visually light, almost as if it were made from a single mold and is minimalist. This is ensured by the battery integrated in the slim down tube of the carbon frame, the absence of spring elements and the wiring that is completely internally routed, including on the handlebars, which in turn ensures an extremely tidy cockpit. Minimalist and chic integrated lights and tight-fitting Curana mudguards also contribute to the fine aesthetics. With the stylish splash guard, side stand and small front luggage rack, the Silence eRide is well equipped for everyday life.

Lightweight electric motor HPR 50 from TQ

The HPR 50 from TQ, which is more commonly found in lightweight MTBs, is used as a drive. At just 1.8 kilograms, the electric motor contributes to the low overall weight of 14.5 kilograms. On the other hand, the 50 Newton meters of torque that the TQ motor can produce from its copper windings does not sound promising. We are correspondingly surprised when driving at how lively the Silence eRide is. The almost silently supporting machine not only gives the driver a good helping hand, but also provides a very natural driving experience. This type of support goes well with the light and maneuverable character of the new Scott model, which can also be driven quite well using leg strength alone and faster than 25 km/h.

However, the city bike is not a mountain goat. If the engine loses a bit of momentum on steeper climbs, you can get out of the saddle and switch to riding in the saddle, as is the old custom. In any case, the pleasantly handy Silence eRide gives you the feeling of sitting on a nimble bike with a bio-drive that is surprisingly easy to move forward. The 1×12 derailleur gear from Sram, in which the gears are changed electronically at the push of a button, fits this pleasant and sporty propulsion character. Anyone who connects to the bike via a smartphone app can fine-tune the drive characteristics, for example to get more range.

In keeping with the lightweight construction philosophy, the 360 ​​Wh battery housed in the down tube is quite small. If that's not enough, there's a range extender with 160 Wh. The large battery integrated into the frame can be charged to 80 percent in two hours. If necessary, the battery latch can be removed through an opening in the down tube.

Electric drive on and off at the push of a button

A small display on the top of the top tube provides information about the support level, battery capacity and current speed. A single button is enough to activate and operate the electric drive. There is also a holder for a smartphone (SP Connect) in the middle of the handlebars. Thanks to ANT+, bicycle computers, for example from Garmin, can also be connected to the electric drive.

The Silence eRide, which will come onto the market in Germany in October, costs at least 7,500 euros. That's a proud sum even in the world of Pedelecs. Lightweight construction, a well-made and beautifully proportioned carbon frame as well as the predominantly high-quality components can partially justify this self-confident course. Anyone who wants to zip through the city in style and with inspiring ease will find only a few alternatives at this level of quality and price.