Riese & Müller Multicharger3 Mixte Vario HS │Pearl White/Black Matte 47cm

The Riese & Müller Multicharger3 Mixte vario HS is a fast, capable electric longtail for riders who want one bike to do a lot of jobs. Commute across town, carry a passenger, add groceries up front, climb Wellington hills, and still have a bike that feels closer to a normal e-bike than a full cargo hauler.

This build pairs the Bosch Performance Line Speed system with a 750 Wh battery, Enviolo continuous hub gearing and a Gates belt drive. In real terms, that means strong support for bigger commutes, smooth shifting without gear steps, and reduced drivetrain wear compared with a chain and derailleur setup. Very good news if your usual route includes hills, wind, kids, bags, or all of the above because Wellington likes to stack the deck.

Why we like it

The Multicharger sits in a useful middle ground. It carries more than a standard commuter e-bike, but it is still compact enough for tight streets, bike parking, lifts, garages and everyday city use. The Mixte frame makes it easier to step through when the bike is loaded, which matters more than you think once there is a passenger on the back or a front carrier full of awkward-shaped life admin.

The Enviolo hub is a nice match for loaded riding because you can shift smoothly without thinking about exact gear steps. Add the Gates belt drive and you get a clean, quiet drivetrain with fewer drivetrain replacements over time than a standard chain setup. Brakes, tyres, belts and regular servicing still matter, but this is a very tidy long-term ownership setup.

The 750 Wh battery gives useful riding margin for longer commutes, higher assist use, hills, headwinds and carrying loads. Range still depends on rider weight, assist level, terrain, wind, load, tyre choice and tyre pressure, but this is the battery size we would rather have on a serious transport bike.

Best for

• Hutt Valley to Wellington commutes where hills, wind and distance all matter.
• Riders who want passenger-carrying ability without moving to a full front-loader cargo bike.
• School runs, groceries, work gear and everyday transport with fewer car trips.
• People who want a durable, clean drivetrain for regular use in real weather.
• Riders who like the idea of a cargo bike, but still want something relatively compact and easy to handle.

Good to know

This is the HS version with the Bosch Performance Line Speed system, so it is built for faster riding than a standard everyday e-bike. If you are unsure about where and how you plan to use it, talk to us first and we can help match the bike to your commute, cargo needs and local riding.

The Mixte 47 cm size is listed by Riese & Müller for riders around 1.60 to 1.80 m. Fit still depends on body proportions, riding position and how you like the bike to feel, so a test ride is the best way to confirm.

The rear carrier is rated for passenger and cargo use, and the cargo front carrier adds a handy spot for lighter everyday loads. As always with cargo setups, the total rider, bike, passenger and luggage weight needs to stay within the bike’s rated limits.

Choose this if...

Choose this if you want one serious electric transport bike for commuting, carrying a passenger, doing the groceries and riding longer distances without feeling under-biked. It is especially strong if you want a belt drive, hub gearing and a big battery in a compact longtail format.

Choose a front-loader cargo bike if your main job is carrying multiple small kids, bulky loads, a dog, or business cargo where having a big front box makes more sense. Choose a standard commuter e-bike if you do not need passenger or cargo carrying and just want the lightest, simplest daily ride.

Our take

This is the Multicharger build for someone who wants their e-bike to become the default vehicle. Not just for sunny commutes. Not just for a quick spin to the shops. This is for the days with headwind, a passenger, a bag on the front, a hill on the way home and a strong preference for not sitting in traffic.

The belt and Enviolo setup make it easier to live with, the 750 Wh battery gives proper riding margin, and the Mixte frame keeps the whole thing approachable when loaded. If you want a compact cargo bike that still feels like a bike, this is a very strong place to start.