The TX7 by Rabeneick is the ultimate all-season day-and-night city bike - whether for short distance commutes or long distance recreational rides. Super low maintenance, fully equipped, and strong on minimal design aesthetics, the TX7 rides even better than it looks.

The TX7 is as versatile as they come. Starting with a sleek, hydroformed aluminium frame, the TX7 boasts an urban-sporty geometry for a comfy yet ultra-mobile feel while riding. The 8-speed Nexus internal gear hub offers a wide gear range and the smoothest shifting you could dream of, while powerful disc brakes will stop you in your tracks rain or shine. What takes the TX7 to the next level is the Gates belt drive. Say goodbye to chain stretch, rust and replacement; the belt drive makes for a powerful transmission while being virtually maintenance-free.

When you add in battery-free dynamo lighting, Curana fenders, Ergon grips ... well, it's easy to wonder how "minimal" this bike is. One look should clear that up - every piece of the TX7 plays an important role with no superfluous add-ons - leaving a clean, slick design. Form, meet function - we think you two will get along.

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Lightweight, stiff and corrosion-proof aluminium frame
Roadster frame employs sporty geometry with an urban twist
Unbreakable, lightweight Curana fenders with integrated rear light
Maintenance-free Nexus 8-speed internal gears
Strong and lightweight double walled rims
Battery-free Busch & Muller Dynamo lighting system
Puncture resistant tires for care free rides
Strong rear mount kick stand - made in Switzerland
Perfect for any season and a variety of terrains

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FRAME	Aluminum 6061 - Powdercoated
FORK	Lightweight Aluminum - Powdercoated
HEADSET	FSA 1-1/8” Semi-Integrated
STEM	Promax DA-250 Aluminum 1-1/8” 4-bolt clamp 31.8mm
HANDLEBAR	Levelnine, Race Aluminum, 660mm
GRIPS	Herrmans Grit D33 with clamping screw
SEATPOST	Kalloy SP-DC1 Aluminum 31.6mm, 300mm
SEAT	Selle Royal Asphalt
BRAKES	Shimano BR-MT400 Disc Brake (160mm Rotor)
BRAKE LEVERS	Shimano Acera, 3-Finger Lever
SHIFTER	Shimano Alfine 8 rotary
FRONT HUB	Shutter Precision PL-8 Dynamo
REAR HUB	Shimano Nexus 8-Speed Freewheel
SPOKES	Niro 13G Stainless Steel, 36 Spokes
RIMS	Double-wall alloy
TIRES	Continental Contact Speed 37-622
BOTTOM BRACKET	Thun Topaz Square-Cut Sealed Cartridge Bearing
CRANKS	Gates CDN Belt Pulley 46T
CHAIN	Gates CDN Belt drive
COGSET	Gates CDN Belt pulley, 24T
PEDALS	Marwi SP-823 Aluminum, 9/16 City/Trekking
KICKSTAND	Pletscher Comp Zoom - made in Switzerland
FRONT LIGHT	Busch & Muller Lumotec IQ-XS, 70 LUX - made in Germany
REAR LIGHT	Busch&Muller LED - made in Germany
FENDERS	Curana, Plastic/Aluminum
CHAIN GUARD	N/A

RABENEICK - TX7 ROADSTER - NEXUS 8 - GATES - DISC

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45CM

5' 0"

5' 4"

50CM

5' 5"

5' 9"

55CM

5' 10"

6' 2"

How is a city bike different from other types of bikes?

Behind each bike lies a designer, and within each designer lies assumptions. The assumption of most North American bike designers is that people ride bikes for recreation, which usually involves a bike path, a country road, and several hours of spare time. The bikes that result from this assumption are usually hunched-over, have exposed oily drivetrains that require tighter athletic clothes, feature anywhere from 21 to 33 speeds, and aren’t often made to be locked up to metal poles all day, especially in foul weather. A city bike is quite the opposite. Its position is gloriously upright, the chain is totally covered, you can wear whatever you want, you have all the gears you’d ever need (3-speeds for flatter terrain, 7 or 8-speeds for hills), and tough frames and sealed mechanisms to battle all kinds of weather.

What’s the difference between a brand like Fahrradmanufaktur, Rabeneick, and others you carry?

We’re just going to say it: Fahrradmanufaktur is the best city bike we’ve ever seen, and the Rabeneicks are their cooler, sleeker older cousin. The frame is a rust-proof, strong and very lightweight aluminum – which is a bit disruptive to the traditional world of steel city bikes (but that’s just the point). The geometry is upright but still sporty enough to multitask city riding and longer weekend adventures. The parts are made in Europe and best-in-class: chaincovers from Hebie (Germany), kickstands from Pletscher (Switzerland), racks from Racktime (Germany), fenders from SKS (Germany), grips from Herrmans (Finland) and lights from Axa (Netherlands), Herrmans (Finland) and Busch & Muller (Germany). Durable for all weather, light enough to bring inside, great for the city, and great to bring up to the cottage too. Best of all, the prices are more than reasonable.

What is dynamo lighting?

Cars come with lights and so should a city bike. Dynamo lightsets are an integrated system that generates electricity from the hub and blasts this into a bolted-on, theft-resistant light that projects more power than most battery systems so that you can see and be seen. Unlike the old days where the dynamo rubbed against the tire (slowing you down) the new systems are part of the front hub and are very low friction as well as very low maintenance. Most of the dynamo sets we carry feature a “standlight,” or capacitor which means they produce and store energy so that when you’re stopped the lights keep going.

Is a Step-thru for Women and a Roadster for Men?

Heck no! It’s the 21^stcentury and anyone can ride either a Step-thru or a Roadster. The difference between the two is not gender, but position. A Step-thru has a remarkably high head-tube that raises the handlebar up very high so the back is straight and the hips pointed forward. A Roadster has a much shorter headtube that positions the rider over the handlebars for more control, and the hips over the cranksets for more power. If you imagine yourself toodling through the bike lane at a stylish and efficient pace, choose a Step-thru. If you imagine a bit more zip and power then choose a Roadster.

How strong are the wheels and will I get a lot of punctures?

Wheels are always the first part to break on most bikes and these wheels are strong! All the city bikes we sell feature strong double-walled rims that are internally box-sectioned to handle streetcar tracks and potholes. They all feature strong stainless-steel spokes that can never rust. Bikes like the Fahrradmanufaktur also feature Schwalbe Citizen tires that are Kevlar-belted tires to drastically reduce punctures in the city.

What is an internal gear hub?

In Europe a bike with an internal gear hub is what makes it a definitive city bike. Internal gear hubs are awesome. Because the chain isn’t derailed up and down a set of external cogs (using a derailleur), the chain will never fall off again, and best of all, the chain can be covered so you can wear whatever you want. The gears are sealed inside the rear hub and they hold a tune two times longer than a derailleur, minimizing tune-ups and allowing you to store the bike outside throughout the winter problem-free.

What is a belt drive?

Belt drives have been developed over the last 30 years for use in racing engines and motorcycles. They are a band of nylon teeth held together with a series of carbon fibre cords, paired with alloy alloy chainrings and stainless-steel cogs. They've recently made the jump to bikes because they're nearly silent, don't require lube (and are much more winter-proof as a result), don't rust or get jammed with debris, and last for up to 30,000km of riding before needing replacement. We don't see them often on North American bikes because they can't be used with external derailleurs, only internal hubs or crank-based gearboxes.

How do I ensure my new bike won’t get stolen?

Research shows that very few bicycle thefts are related to a bicycles value and are best defined as low-risk/low-return. A good bicycle lock is expensive to break through and takes time, thus increasing the risk and lowering the return. Estimates are that over 90% of bicycle theft is tied to cash-for-drugs and that makes every bike a target. Make sure you buy a good Abus U-lock or a chain and you’ll be fine. You can read more about bike theft here.

What’s the warranty?

Ten year warranty for manufactures defects on frame and fork, one year on parts. Does not include wear and tear.

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