Riese & Muller Load5 75

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The Electric Cargo Bike That Changes How Canadian Families Move Some products quietly improve your day. The 2026 Riese & Müller Load5 75 rewrites it entirely. This is a fifth-gener ation electric cargo bike built in Mühltal, Germany, refined over years of real-world use by families, commuters, and urban adventurers who decided a car was no longer the answer. It carries up to three children, a week of groceries, camping gear, or whatever your day demands, and it does it with a level of ride quality, safety technology, and mechanical refinement that simply has no equal in this category. For Canadian riders specifically, this bike makes sense in a way few others do. Whether you're navigating Ottawa's spring potholes, climbing the hills of Vancouver's East Side, hauling kids through a Toronto neighbourhood, or commuting through a Calgary winter, the Load5 75 was built to absorb all of it without complaint. Available through Scooteretti, a certified Riese & Müller authorized dealer based in Ottawa, with free shipping to every province. German Engineering That Earns Its Price Every Single Ride Riese & Müller has been building premium electric bikes since 1993. What separates them from the broader market is not just the quality of individual components, though those are exceptional, it is the integration. Every system on the Load5 75 was designed to work together, and the result is a bike that feels purposeful and planted whether you are fully loaded or riding solo. The 2026 model represents the fifth generation of the Load platform, and the improvements are not cosmetic. A new standard dropper seatpost means you can lower your saddle at a stop when carrying heavy cargo, planting both feet firmly and steadying the bike before you move off again. A larger optional DualBattery now reaches 1,600 Wh. The cargo canopy has been updated with tinted TPU film panels that protect passengers from UV radiation and reduce sun glare. These are the kinds of thoughtful, practical upgrades that come from a manufacturer that actually listens to the people riding its bikes. Full Suspension Across the Entire Bike, Including the Cargo Platform Most cargo bikes offer front suspension at best. The Load5 75 goes further than any competitor with Riese & Müller's proprietary Control Technology, a three-axis suspension system that covers the front fork, the rear swing arm, and critically, the cargo platform itself. That last element is what makes this bike genuinely different. When the wheels absorb a pothole or a rail crossing, the cargo box moves with the suspension rather than lurching independently. Your children, your groceries, and your equipment stay settled and secure. Front Suspension Fork The SR Suntour Mobie 34 CGO Boost fork provides 80 mm of travel on the front 20-inch wheel, absorbing road imperfections before they reach the rider's hands and arms. For Canadian road conditions, this is not a luxury feature, it is a daily necessity. Rear Suspension Swing Arm An X-Fusion Glyde rear shock handles the back end, keeping the rear wheel tracking properly over rough terrain and adding a layer of comfort that makes longer rides significantly less fatiguing, particularly when carrying a full load. Co-Sprung Cargo Platform This is the element that sets the Load5 75 apart. The luggage carrier is mounted to move in sync with the rear suspension, preventing the independent rocking motion that plagues other cargo bike designs. Passengers ride more comfortably, and cargo arrives undisturbed. Standard Dropper Seatpost for 2026 New for the 2026 model year, the dropper seatpost is now standard equipment. Ride at full leg extension on the open road for maximum power and efficiency. Drop the saddle at intersections or when stopping with a heavy load, and regain full stability with both feet flat on the ground. It is a feature that sounds simple but transforms the experience of daily riding with this bike. Bosch Cargo Line Power, Engineered for What You Are Actually Carrying The Load5 75 is powered by the Bosch Cargo Line Smart System motor, which delivers up to 120 Nm of torque and up to 600 percent pedal assistance in Cargo mode. This motor was designed specifically for heavy-load applications. It starts smoothly even when the bike is fully loaded, avoiding the lurching feeling common on general-purpose motors pressed into cargo duty. Whether you are pulling away from a school drop-off on a hill or settling into a long flat commute, the power delivery feels natural and proportional. Up to 1,600 Wh with Optional DualBattery The standard configuration ships with a Bosch PowerPack Frame 800 Wh battery, which provides strong range for most daily use. For Canadian riders who need more, whether because of longer commutes, colder temperatures that reduce battery efficiency, or simply a preference for never worrying about range, the optional DualBattery upgrade brings total capacity to 1,600 Wh. That is enough for days of riding between charges and genuinely transforms the bike into a car replacement for all but the longest journeys. Bosch Smart System and the eBike Flow App The Load5 75 runs on Bosch's fully connected Smart System platform. The eBike Flow app connects via Bluetooth and lets you customize ride modes, monitor battery health, track fitness data, and receive over-the-air software updates. Your bike gets better after you buy it, which is not something you can say about most vehicles. Safety That Was Designed In, Not Added As an Afterthought When your cargo includes children, safety becomes the first question, not an afterthought. The Load5 75 addresses this with two advanced braking options. The first is Bosch eBike ABS, which uses wheel speed sensors to prevent front wheel lockup under hard braking, reducing the risk of a forward tip even on gravel or wet pavement. The second is the Integrated Braking System, which automatically distributes braking force across both wheels when the rear lever is applied. Stopping distances are reduced by up to 40 percent, and the bike remains stable and steerable throughout the stop. Both systems are calibrated for a loaded cargo bike, not a lightweight commuter, which is a meaningful distinction. Lighting runs off the main battery through integrated Supernova front and rear units. The headlight operates with both main beam and dipped beam modes, and the rear light activates as a brake light when stopping. In the shorter winter days that define much of Canada, being seen clearly is not optional. A 75 cm Cargo Bed That Genuinely Replaces a Car The defining characteristic of the Load5 75, and the reason to choose it over the Load5 60, is the 75 cm front cargo bed. That extra 15 cm creates room for a third child seat, turning this into a bike that works for larger families in a way no other cargo bike can match. Three children up to age seven can ride comfortably in the front box with appropriate safety restraints. One adult passenger can also ride in the cargo box for shorter trips. Beyond the family configuration, the cargo box handles a full week of groceries, sports equipment, camping gear, or business deliveries with ease. The rear carrier adds further capacity for panniers and backpacks. Total payload capacity exceeds 100 kg. A Modular Accessory Ecosystem Riese & Müller has developed a comprehensive range of accessories that let you configure the Load5 75 for any scenario. Child seats are available in single, double, and triple configurations, each with five-point safety harnesses. The updated 2026 weather canopy features tinted TPU film panels that filter UV radiation and reduce glare for young passengers. A dog kit includes a padded mat and safety tether attachment for four-legged passengers. Sidewall options in low and high configurations allow you to customize cargo containment, and a full cargo cover provides weather protection for transported goods. The system is modular, so switching between family mode and cargo mode takes minutes. Four Drivetrain Options to Match Your Riding Style The 2026 Load5 75 is available in three drivetrain configurations, each suited to a different type of rider. Touring The Touring variant pairs a Shimano CUES 11-speed derailleur with a traditional steel chain. It is the most familiar setup for riders coming from conventional bikes, with straightforward maintenance and a wide gear range for Canadian terrain. Vario The Vario uses an Enviolo continuously variable hub gear paired with a Gates Carbon Belt Drive. There are no discrete gears to click through, just smooth, stepless resistance adjustment via a twist grip. The belt drive eliminates chain lubrication and significantly reduces maintenance. This is the configuration Scooteretti recommends most for urban commuters and year-round riders, particularly in Canadian climates where chain maintenance in winter becomes a real consideration. Rohloff For riders who want the most durable and long-service drivetrain available, the Rohloff variant features the legendary Rohloff 14-speed hub with electronic shifting and a Gates Carbon Belt Drive. The Rohloff hub is built to last tens of thousands of kilometres with minimal maintenance and performs reliably in all weather conditions. It is the choice for serious commuters and those who plan to put significant distance on their bike over many years. Why Canadians Choose Scooteretti for Their Riese & Müller Scooteretti is a certified Riese & Müller authorized dealer based in Ottawa, with free shipping to every province across Canada. Every bike leaves our facility professionally assembled, safety-tested, and shipped 95 percent assembled by certified technicians. We comply fully with Transport Canada shipping regulations on every order. Our team are not salespeople who happen to work in a bike shop. They are electric bike specialists who own and ride these machines. They understand the Canadian context, the seasons, the terrain, and the questions that matter. Free ebike consultations are available by phone, video call, or in person at our Ottawa Experience Centre. There is no pressure, no upselling, and no shortcuts taken on preparation or support. We want you on the right bike, and we want you on it for a very long time. Show more