Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+ vs QWIC Premium MN8 Belt
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the QWIC Premium MN8 Belt edges out the Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+ with an overall score of 90/100 against 89/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (88/100) and comfort (95/100), making it the better all-round pick in Electric Bikes.
The Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+ remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €3199.00 versus €3299.00.
Motor performance winner
Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+
4% higher than its rival
Specifications
| Specification | Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+ | QWIC Premium MN8 Belt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €3199.00+3% | €3299.00 |
| Rating | ★4.6 (510) | ★4.6 (540) |
| Overall | 89/100 | 90/100+1% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX | Shimano STEPS E6100 |
| Torque | 85 Nm+42% | 60 Nm |
| Support modes | Eco/Tour+/Auto/eMTB/Turbo | Eco/Normal/High |
| Gearing | Shimano Deore XT 11-speed | Enviolo traploos / stepless |
| Drive | Ketting | Gates Carbon Drive riem |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 625 Wh PowerTube+24% | 504 Wh |
| Range | 80-150 km+14% | 70-120 km |
| Charge time | 5 uur / 5 hours+25% | 4 uur / 4 hours |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium 6061 gehydroformeerd | Aluminium 6061 |
| Frame type | Trekking diamant / Trekking diamond | Lage instap / Step-through |
| Wheel size | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Suspension | Suntour Mobie A32 75 mm | Voorvork / Front fork |
| Seatpost | Geveerd / Suspension | Geveerd / Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Shimano MT420 4-zuiger hydraulisch / Shimano MT420 4-piston hydraulic | Hydraulische schijfremmen Shimano / Hydraulic disc brakes Shimano |
| Lighting | Busch & Müller IQ-X 100 lux+43% | Busch & Müller IQ-XS 70 lux |
| Lock | ART-3 ringslot / ART-3 ring lock | ART-2 ringslot / ART-2 ring lock+33% |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 26.8 kg | 24.9 kg+8% |
| Max load | 150 kg+7% | 140 kg |
Pros and cons
Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+
Pros
- Bosch Performance CX delivers 85 Nm — the most torque in this test
- 625 Wh battery for 80 to 150 km range per charge
- Very high-end Kalkhoff finish with 10-year frame warranty
- Shimano Deore XT 11-speed with wider range for climbing
Cons
- At €3,199 the most expensive bike in this test
- Kalkhoff dealer network in the Netherlands is limited — service often through partners
QWIC Premium MN8 Belt
Pros
- Gates Carbon Drive belt lasts 2-3x longer than a chain and stays clean
- Enviolo stepless hub shifts under load with no audible clicks
- Shimano STEPS E6100 mid-motor with 60 Nm and very quiet operation
- Very bright Busch & Müller IQ-XS 70 lux headlight fitted as standard
Cons
- Price above €3,200 puts it firmly in the premium segment
- The Enviolo hub costs some efficiency versus a derailleur in Eco mode