Swabia
Named for the region between Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg where it was tested many times. This drop bar Rohloff Gates Carbon Drive touring bike has superior efficiency and aerodynamics.
Flared out Drop bars
Our flared drop bars on a touring bike offer superior aerodynamics for faster downhill and cornering.
Rohloff internal gear system with carbon belt drive
Rohloff 14 speed gear system with Gates carbon belt drive. Rohloff hubs are safe from mud and other foreign bodies while maintaining incredible gear efficiency.
Steel Frame
The famous World Randonneur chromoly steel frame keeps style, class and strength in mind. Our Chromoly touring bike steel frames are built to last through heavy conditions.
Specifications
Frame Set
All Vivente bikes are built with solid frames of chromoly steel for maximum longevity.
Frame
Double butted Cr-Mo touring frame, EBB shell – sizes S, M, L, XL, XXL (S and M also in dropped top-tube versions)
Eccentric Bottom Bracket (EBB)
VWR – internal expansion type
Front fork
1-1/8″ full Cr-Mo, threadless, mudguard, lowrider and electric cable mounts, through axle, steering stabiliser hook
Headset and spacers
Tange RDC-82, 1-1/8″ Duralumnium – black, stack 26.2, fully sealed cartridge, 81g (with 10mm × 9mm and 5mm × 1mm spacers)
Seatpost and clamp
Kalloy SP-342 micro adjust 27.2 × 300mm silver, Clamp Kalloy, black – ID 30mm
Mounting hardware
All stainless 5mm and 6mm metric with stainless flat and spring washers
Brakes
Brakes are one of the most important parts of cycling and we have not compromised on safety for any Vivente Bike.
Calipers
TRP Hylex (hydraulic disc)
Rotors
TRP 160mm, 6 bolt, one piece front, Rohloff rear
Levers
TRP Hylex black (for drop bars)
Transmission
All Vivente Bikes come with tried and trusted transmissions systems to keep you ride at the most efficient, long-lasting and durable.
Shift Levers
Rohloff right hand 14 speed twist shifter on VWR accessory bar
Crankset
Andel – BCD 130mm, 5 arm, 165/170/175mm, with FSA QR-1 self-extracting crank bolts
Bottom Bracket Set
Tange 118mm English square taper, cartridge, JIS
Snubber
Rohloff Snubber
Chain or Belt
Gates carbon belt 11M-120T-12CT (blue) / 11M-118T-12CT (blue)
Front sprocket
Gates 50T OR Gates 46T
Rear Sprocket
Gates 19T OR Gates 22T
Rear Hub
Rohloff speedhub 500/14, 36H, CC DB, black, external transfer box 210 degree, OEM axle plate, with spoke ring, quick release
Gear ratio traditional
50:19T with 120T belt for a gear range from 20.0 to 105.2 inches
Gear ratio low
46:19T with 118T belt for a gear range from 18.4 to 96.8 inches
Gear ratio very low
50:22T with 120T belt for a gear range from 17.3 to 90.9 inches
Gear ratio extra low
46:22T with 118t belt for a gear range from 15.9 to 83.6 inches (for riders under 100kg)
Wheels
Whether travelling down dirt roads or city roads our wheels are designed for maximum durability and safety.
Rims
Vivente V24, ID 24mm, 36H, black, for presta valve, 700c (ERD598, 625g) OR Vivente V24, ID 24mm, 36H, black, for presta valve, 650b (ERD560, 595g)
Tyres for road
Goodyear Transit Tour 40-622 (700C×40), S3 (3mm kevlar), 45-80 psi, folding with reflective strip
Tyres for tracks and road
Schwalbe Marathon Mondial 50-584 (27.5 × 2.00) 35-70 psi, folding with reflective strip
Tyres all-rounders - tubeless ready
Schwalbe G-ONE Allround 57-584 (27.5 × 2.25) 26-54 psi, folding
Tyres all-rounders - tubeless ready
Schwalbe G-ONE Allround 70-584 (27.5 × 2.80) 20-45 psi, folding
Tubes
700 × 35-43mm, 48mm presta valve OR 650b × 50-60mm, 48mm presta valve
Front hub
Dynamo hub, KT, (6-bolt), 6V 3W, 36 hole, Through Axle (12mm)
Front spokes
Sapim Leader 2.0mm stainless, cross 3
Rear spokes
Sapim Race 2.0-1.8-2.0mm stainless, cross 2
Contact
We have tested countless contact variations for all our bikes and believe we have one of the most comfortable bikes to ride in the world.
Handlebars
Zoom drop bars with outward splay – 40/47cm, 42/49cm, 44/51cm
Bar tape
Velo cushion tape
Stem
VWR – bore 31.8mm, steerer 28.6mm, 3D forged, 7°, 80(S)/100(M, L)/120(XL, XXL) – black
Pedals
VP-R62 – SPD clipless one side, platform the other
Saddle
VWR custom, 386g, black, anatomic with cut-out 280mm × 170mm
Saddle optional add-on
Brooks B17
Bar tape optional add-on
Brooks leather tape
Lights
Many countries require lights on bicycles as a matter of law. Vivente Bikes come with both front and rear lights powered by a dynamo hub.
Front light
Busch & Muller IQ-X – daytime running, automatic sensor, standlight, double pivot bracket, 100 lux
Rear light
Busch & Muller Toplight 2C Plus with standlight
Racks
All Vivente touring bikes come with at least rear racks pre-installed.
Rear carrier
Tubus Logo Evo Cr-Mo with Tubus luggage strap
Front rack optional add-on
Tubus Duo front rack
Front rack optional add-on
Tubus Grand Expedition front rack
Other
Vivente Bikes are designed to be useful right out of the box and so come with additional accessories to make your ride safer and more enjoyable.
Fenders (Mudguards)
VWR – 46mm wide, with stainless steel hardware OR VWR – 60mm wide, with stainless steel hardware
Kickstand
Atranvelo, Stylo DV long wire or leg
Bell & Horn
Brass bells – 22.2mm and 30mm clamps (VWR black 6″ bugle horn in owner’s box)
Cages & Bottles
6mm black alloy cage & VWR custom LD PE 700cc bidon (extra bottle and cage are in owner’s box)
Steering Stabilizer
Hebie with elastomer (in owner’s box)
Mirror
Busch & Muller, 80mm (with 60mm spare is in owner’s box)
What's in the box
Included with this model is a full set of bike tools and some spares such as spokes, Rohloff gear cable and more