Description
The Ridgeback Butcher is a compact e-cargo bike aimed at riders who want to shift small to medium loads through real-world UK streets without committing to the footprint of a long-tail or front-loader trike. Its narrow front basket area and conventional two-wheel silhouette make it easier to thread through urban traffic, navigate cycle lane bollards and squeeze into bike parking that a wider cargo bike would simply refuse to enter.
Motor & battery
Power comes from a Promovec rear hub motor rated at 250 watts and 43Nm of torque, paired with a 600Wh Promovec battery. That combination is well suited to mixed urban duty: school runs, the weekly shop, courier-style trips and the occasional steeper climb across town. Mudguards, lights and a stand are fitted as standard, so the bike is genuinely ready to be used as a daily utility tool from day one.
Stopping is handled by Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, while a 9-speed Shimano Altus drivetrain with an 11-32T cassette gives a usable gear range when the assistance cuts out at the legal UK limit. Schwalbe Delta Cruiser tyres on a mixed 20in front and 26in rear wheel layout keep the load low and the bike stable when the basket is full.
Specifications
- Frame: alloy, dedicated cargo design
- Motor: Promovec 250W rear hub, 43Nm
- Battery: Promovec 600Wh, externally mounted
- Brakes: Shimano hydraulic disc
- Drivetrain: Shimano Altus 9-speed, 11-32T
- Tyres: Schwalbe Delta Cruiser, 20in front and 26in rear
- Fork: steel cargo disc
- Fitted mudguards, lights and stand
- Quoted weight: 34.7kg in size Large
Sizing & fit
Available in size Large, the Butcher is set up for a wide rider fit and built to take everyday city loads in its stride.
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