Riese & Müller Multitinker Vario Review

The Riese & Müller Multitinker Vario is a longtail electric cargo bike with highly adjustable telescoping and swiveling handlebar. This, combined with the long seat post, allows it to work well for a wide range of rider sizes and be used by multiple members of a family or friend group. Although it only comes in one frame size, the step-thru design is very approachable, and the wider 20" x 2.4" tires make it fairly stable side to side. The Multitinker is available in three colors, and can be specced with an Enviolo continuously variable transmission that can be shifted at standstill (they label this build as the Vario, and it uses a Gates carbon belt drive), or a more traditional 10-speed Shimano Deore cassette and derailleur (which uses a chain). This is a more premium electric bike that comes with fenders, a rear rack, and integrated lights. R&M sell a bunch of optional bag accessories and a two-child seat with guard rails that I show in the video! It's sold predominantly through independent electric bike dealers, such as Cit-E-Cycles in Vancouver where I filmed this. The drive system is a powerful Bosch Smart System Performance Line CX motor, PowerTube 625 battery pack, and LED Remote with Kiox 300 removable display. Some of the major trade-offs or cons for the Multitinker are that it's fairly heavy, costs a lot, and can require multi-month wait times depending on the configuration you choose. They build each order in Germany, and then ship it internationally. Most R&M ebike shops will have a demo bike, which may be for sale, but otherwise you'll have to wait for your bike to be configured. Because of the size and weight, it may also be difficult to transport with traditional bicycle racks. The smaller wheels can feel a little twitchy and have a higher attack angle that might not feel as smooth on bumpy terrain, but they do tend to be stronger and stiffer than taller wheels and they keep the frame low to the ground for easy loading. There are no USB charging ports on the display or control pad, and there did not appear to be bottle cage mounts anywhere on the frame. Explore thousands of ebike reviews: https://electricbikereview.com/ → Become a Subscriber: https://www.youtube.com/subscription_... → Instagram:   / ebikereview   → Facebook:   / electricbikereview   → Website: https://electricbikereview.com/ → My Channel Home Page:    / electricbikereview   → This is the first accessory I add to any electric bike: https://amzn.to/3aX2dKD → As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. *If my video review was helpful, please give it a "thumbs up" and consider subscribing.* Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of EBR, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. EBR assumes no liability for money loss, property damage, or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. My goal is to report in a transparent and objective way since 2012. Use this information at your own risk. EBR recommends safe practices when working on bicycles, riding bicycles, and using accessories seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of EBR, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video it is the sole responsibility of the user and not EBR.