{"id":20053,"date":"2024-12-31T15:54:43","date_gmt":"2024-12-31T14:54:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/temoignages\/frederics-kalkhoff-touring-bike\/"},"modified":"2025-07-29T13:09:48","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T11:09:48","slug":"frederics-kalkhoff-touring-bike","status":"publish","type":"temoignages","link":"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/en\/reviews\/frederics-kalkhoff-touring-bike\/","title":{"rendered":"Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric&#8217;s KALKHOFF touring bike"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 id=\"prsentation\">Presentation:<\/h2>\n<p>Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric, a passionate user of bicycles for <strong>leisure<\/strong>, <strong>v\u00e9lotaf<\/strong> and <strong>load transport<\/strong>, has given a new lease of life to his old<strong> Kalkhoff touring bike<\/strong> thanks to a powerful <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/kit-velo-electrique-moteur-pedalier-tsdz2b-urbanexplorer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TSDZ2B electric kit<\/a><\/strong> and a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/batterie-360wh-36v-wedge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">360 Wh battery<\/a><\/strong>. With this transformation, he now benefits from increased autonomy for his daily commutes.   <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"descriptionduvloavantlectrification\">Description of the Electrified Front Bike :<\/h2>\n<p>Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric&#8217;s bike is a sturdy, reliable Kalkhoff, originally designed for <strong>touring activities<\/strong> and a few commutes. Acquired over 12 years ago, it was beginning to show signs of wear, although it remained functional for short trips. Before electrification, this bike was powered solely by leg power, limiting its use to long distances or uphill climbs.  <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"raisonsdellectrification\">Reasons for Electrification :<\/h2>\n<p>Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric was looking for a solution to get a bike better suited to his current needs. Both to enable him to <strong>replace the car<\/strong> on short journeys while carrying a load, but above all to increase his <strong>autonomy<\/strong> on daily commutes. On the advice of a friend, he opted for a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/kit-velo-electrique-moteur-pedalier-tsdz2b-urbanexplorer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TSDZ2B kit<\/a><\/strong> kit, which combines reliability, performance and ease of use, all perfectly matched to his classic bike.  <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"installationdukit\">Kit installation :<\/h2>\n<p>Installation of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/kit-velo-electrique-moteur-pedalier-tsdz2b-urbanexplorer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TSDZ2B motor kit<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/batterie-360wh-36v-wedge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">360 Wh battery<\/a><\/strong> was simple, thanks to the tools and guide provided. The Kalkhoff bike, adapted to this type of conversion, made it possible to attach the motor to the crankset with little effort. <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"exprienceaprsllectrification\">Experience After Electrification :<\/h2>\n<p>Since the conversion, Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric has already covered long distances on his electrified bike. He describes the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/kit-velo-electrique-moteur-pedalier-tsdz2b-urbanexplorer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TSDZ2B motor<\/a><\/strong> motor as a real asset, making every ride more pleasant and fluid. It has literally <strong>given his bike a &#8220;new lease of life&#8221;<\/strong>, making it more attractive for short trips instead of using the car. Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric particularly appreciates the maneuverability that this motorization brings, and regrets not having opted for this solution earlier. This has boosted his motivation, turning every outing into a moment of pleasure.    <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion:<\/h2>\n<p>Electrifying your <strong>Kalkhoff touring bike<\/strong> with a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/kit-velo-electrique-moteur-pedalier-tsdz2b-urbanexplorer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">TSDZ2B kit<\/a><\/strong> and a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/syklo.fr\/produit\/batterie-360wh-36v-wedge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">360 Wh battery<\/a><\/strong> has enabled Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric to simplify his daily commute and extend the useful life of his bike by 12 years. It&#8217;s proof that converting a conventional bike into an <strong>electric one<\/strong> can be a quick and cost-effective solution for <strong>keen cyclists<\/strong> looking to balance leisure, work and sustainable mobility. For Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric, this adventure marks the start of a new way of enjoying his bike, while contributing to a more environmentally-friendly mode of transport.  <\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12026 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/me.judge.review-images\/syklo\/1733759765__1733759737319-1000003277__huge.jpg\" alt=\"Electrified Kalkhoff touring bike\" width=\"741\" height=\"984\"><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12028 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/me.judge.review-images\/syklo\/1733759768__1733759755278-1000003278__huge.jpg\" alt=\"TSDZ2B motor and Wedge 360Wh battery installed on a Kalkhoff bike\" width=\"740\" height=\"983\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric electrified his Kalkhoff bike with the TSDZ2B kit for greater autonomy. 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