Sparta d-Burst M8Tb vs Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+ edges out the Sparta d-Burst M8Tb with an overall score of 89/100 against 82/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (92/100) and comfort (88/100), making it the better all-round pick in Electric Bikes.
The Sparta d-Burst M8Tb remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €2399.00 versus €3199.00.
Motor performance winner
Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+
12% higher than its rival
Value winner
Sparta d-Burst M8Tb
6% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Sparta d-Burst M8Tb | Kalkhoff Endeavour 5.B Move+ |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €2399.00+33% | €3199.00 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (480) | ★4.6 (510) |
| Overall | 82/100 | 89/100+9% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus | Bosch Performance Line CX |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 85 Nm+70% |
| Support modes | Eco/Tour/Sport/Turbo | Eco/Tour+/Auto/eMTB/Turbo |
| Gearing | Shimano Nexus 8-speed | Shimano Deore XT 11-speed+38% |
| Drive | Ketting | Ketting |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 500 Wh | 625 Wh PowerTube+25% |
| Range | 65-110 km | 80-150 km+23% |
| Charge time | 4.5 uur / 4.5 hours | 5 uur / 5 hours+11% |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | Aluminium 6061 gehydroformeerd |
| Frame type | Sportieve instap / Sporty step-through | Trekking diamant / Trekking diamond |
| Wheel size | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Suspension | Voorvork / Front fork | Suntour Mobie A32 75 mm |
| Seatpost | Geveerd / Suspension | Geveerd / Suspension |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen Tektro / Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro | Shimano MT420 4-zuiger hydraulisch / Shimano MT420 4-piston hydraulic |
| Lighting | Spanninga 40 lux | Busch & Müller IQ-X 100 lux+150% |
| Lock | ART-2 ringslot / ART-2 ring lock+33% | ART-3 ringslot / ART-3 ring lock |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 25.2 kg+6% | 26.8 kg |
| Max load | 130 kg | 150 kg+15% |
Pros and cons
Sparta d-Burst M8Tb
Pros
- Sporty frame geometry looks more modern than classic city e-bikes
- Shimano Nexus 8-speed hub offers slightly more range than 7-speed versions
- Hydraulic disc brakes for confident stopping in the rain
- Fully equipped with lighting, rear rack and mudguards
Cons
- Active Line Plus with 50 Nm feels weak on rising roads or headwinds
- Less brand recognition than Gazelle or Batavus on the second-hand market
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