A new low-step e-bike combines a powerful mid-drive motor with a virtually maintenance-free belt drive designed for near-silent operation under ideal conditions. 4 Reviews ← exclude selected types ← exclude selected tagsBESV has expanded its lineup with the CT-B 1.0 Low Step, a classic trekking e-bike fully equipped for daily commuting and long-distance tours. Drive power is provided by a fifth-generation Bosch Performance PX mid-drive motor delivering 90 Nm of torque, paired with a high-capacity 800 Wh battery. However, its maximum gross weight allowance is rated at 160 kg (~353 lbs), leaving nearly 130 kg (~286 lbs) of total payload capacity for the rider and cargo. The BESV CT-B 1.0 Low Step is available directly from the manufacturer for €4,499.