eBikes have democratized cycling travel, allowing anyone to enjoy a relaxed ride—whether just outside the city or on the other side of the world. Before the advent of pedal assistance, the idea of a bike trip was just a dream for many; today, it’s within everyone’s reach. Cyclists of all ages, even without consistent training, have discovered the joy of reaching destinations that once seemed unattainable. Whether it’s a breathtaking trail close to home or a multi-day journey with long distances and significant elevation gain, more and more people are embracing the philosophy of exploration on two wheels.
At the same time, while cycle touring used to be a niche just a few years ago, today it has exploded in popularity, attracting many more enthusiasts and evolving—thanks to eBikes—into a true Grand Touring experience. The reasons are clear, starting with product specialization. In traditional cycle touring, riders often rely on hybrid bikes that combine features of road and mountain bikes, or on gravel bikes loaded with bags and pouches (so-called bikepacking). In the eBike world, however, there are dedicated Grand Touring models that offer outstanding performance and impressive range, exceptional comfort and load capacity, along with sophisticated electronics designed for both travel and safety.
Less effort, more fun
First things first: with an eBike, you ride with less effort—ça va sans dire. While a traditional bike requires solid fitness to handle a cycling trip, an eBike makes routes with steep climbs and long stages much more manageable. Pedal assistance reduces the required effort while increasing the overall enjoyment of riding. Technological advances have led to increasingly efficient motors and higher-capacity batteries, with the option of adding range extenders (extra batteries) to further increase autonomy—often well beyond 150 km, even when fully loaded. Some models even feature dual batteries: weight increases, but so does range.
Comfort above all
Traveling all day in the saddle and possibly for several consecutive days requires above all a good dose of comfort. No more low and distant handlebars, hard saddles and stiff frames. A Grand Touring eBike offers comfortable ergonomics and full control, specifically designed to ride for many hours without fatigue. The handlebar must be appropriately wide and correctly angled, not too far from the saddle (which should be gel and with a suspension seatpost), so as to keep the torso almost upright, avoiding strain on the wrists and the back. If the frame is also step-through, then everything becomes even easier. Our choice: Riese & Muller Nevo
Suspensions for every terrain
If comfort must first be guaranteed by correct ergonomics, suspensions also play their part in ensuring comfort and road grip on all surfaces, even the roughest ones typical of off-road riding. Therefore, having a suspension fork is a must; but if the rear is also suspended, then you reach the top. And you don’t need mountain bikes to have full suspension and great comfort: the most advanced GT models offer it as standard. Weight increases, price rises, but safety and riding pleasure also reach excellence. Our choice: Riese & Muller Homage
GPS and safety
Electronics serving tourism have also made great progress. We still too often see cycle tourists with handlebars crowded with devices for travel: makeshift lights and torches, smartphone mounts used as GPS navigators, bulky and heavy power banks to power them. A Grand Touring eBike already comes with powerful LED lights, also with high beam function and, for the rear ones, brake light function. They are equipped with USB-C ports to power devices such as smartphones or speakers (yes: some of our customers like listening to music while pedaling).
But above all they come as standard with color displays that allow full connection with the phone, and clearly and immediately reproduce navigation with turn-by-turn systems, eliminating the need to attach the smartphone to the handlebar, leaving it exposed to sun and rain, dust and impacts. Finally, electronics also serve safety. We know well how dangerous it can be to travel in any weather condition, on any type of surface, fully loaded and with many kilometers behind you: just an emergency brake on gravel or wet asphalt is enough to end up on the ground. That is where an ABS system, which prevents the front wheel from locking, makes the difference between a safe trip and one that ends in the emergency room. Our choice: Riese & Muller Charger
GT for advanced travelers
For many cycle tourists, the bike is more than just a means of transport: it is a lifestyle. We happen to see them around Europe, rugged, technically dressed and ready to face any inconvenience. Yes, because those who travel must also be able to deal with some breakdowns in order to continue the journey. A puncture can happen, but for that there are already solution
s even for those who are not able (or do not want) to remove the wheel and change the inner tube: tubeless, mousse, reinforced inner tubes, inflate-and-repair sprays.
But what about the rest? A broken gear, a worn chain… The drivetrain is also subject to problems and maintenance, which during a trip can become laborious and not always possible. The solution? A modern drive unit with integrated gearbox such as the Pinion E1.12 MGU and belt final transmission, which requires no maintenance. The semi-automatic shifting function turns every adventure in the saddle into pure riding pleasure. If you are advanced travelers, this is the ultimate choice. Our choice: Riese & Muller Delite
Moez has the perfect Grand Touring eBike for you
By now it’s clear: Moez is your expert in mobility and touring, offering the best eBikes on the market. We’re confident we have the right bike for each of you.
Trust Moez and our knowledgeable, experienced team, capable of understanding your needs and recommending the eBike that truly fits your lifestyle. Visit us, get expert advice, and most importantly, test ride our eBikes. You’ll discover their quality, reliability, and durability—safe eBikes for which we can provide parts and service for many years to come. And bikes that will accompany you on your most adventurous journeys.