Reading time: 5 min · By the KOMUT Bikes team
Bike43 was born in Brussels with a simple idea: a longtail cargo bike that carries several kids yet stays easy to handle in town. Short, Mid or Long: here is how to choose your Bike43.
In short
- A Brusselsbrand, assembled in Anderlecht.
- Short, Mid or Long depending on how many kids.
- Bosch motors up to 90 Nm.
- Free test ride in our 3 stores.
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Bike43, a committed Brussels brand
Founded in Brussels by Etienne Richelle, Bike43 has become a benchmark for family longtail cargo bikes. Each bike is assembled in Anderlecht, in the workshops of Travie, a sheltered-employment company that employs people with disabilities.
Local
Designed and assembled in Brussels, a few kilometres from our stores.
Family-friendly
Designed to carry kids safely every day.
Inclusive
Assembly supports jobs for people with disabilities.
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Short, Mid or Long: which to choose?
Three lengths for three needs.
Bike43 Short
Compact · 1 child
The shortest in the range, to weave through town and store easily. Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm motor.
- Very nimble
- Easy to store
- Less room at the back
Bike43 Mid
The compromise · 1 to 2 kids
The best balance of compactness and capacity. Two versions: Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm or PX 90 Nm with 4-piston brakes.
- Versatile
- Two motor options
Bike43 Long
Longtail · big family
The brand's iconic longtail, for big families and heavy loads. Bosch PX 90 Nm motor.
- The largest capacity
- Most powerful motor
- Longer to store
| Short | Mid | Long | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kids | 1 | 1 to 2 | 2 or more |
| Bosch motor | Performance Line 75 Nm | 75 Nm or PX 90 Nm | PX 90 Nm |
| Ideal for | City, small spaces | School and shopping | Replacing the car |
The KOMUT tip
Torn between Mid and Long? Think ahead: if a second child is on the way or you often carry friends, the Long will serve you longer.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
The Short is the most compact, for one child and small spaces. The Mid is the best compromise for one or two kids. The Long offers the most room, for bigger families or heavy loads.
Bike43 is a Brussels brand. The bikes are assembled in Anderlecht, in the workshops of Travie, a sheltered-employment company.
The Bosch Performance Line 75 Nm version is enough for the city with moderate loads. Choose the PX 90 Nm version, with 4-piston brakes, if you often carry two kids or your route is hilly.
Yes, free and with no appointment in our Uccle, Saint-Gilles and Woluwe-Saint-Pierre stores.
Try a Bike43 in Brussels
Short, Mid and Long are waiting in our three stores. Leasing and financing available.
KOMUT Uccle
Rue Vanderkindere 438, 1180 Uccle
KOMUT Saint-Gilles
Chaussée de Charleroi 190, 1060 Saint-Gilles
KOMUT Stockel
Av. Baron Albert d'Huart 10, 1150 Woluwe-Saint-Pierre
Tuesday to Saturday, 10 am to 6 pm · Free test ride, no appointment