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Schindelhauer WILHELM XIV ROHLOFF / alu pur

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Bare aluminium with brains: WILHELM XIV ROHLOFF is the elegant sportsman among the Wilhelm models – a purist tourer housing state-of-the-art drivetrain technology. The bare, untreated aluminium of the AL6061-T6 frame presents the material without excessive decoration and relies on the clean look that custom bicycles call their own. The heart is the Rohloff Speedhub with 14 gears: a sealed high-performance gearbox "Made in Germany" that convinces even under extreme conditions with a long service life. It is joined by the modern Formula R1 disc brakes, a high-quality Gates Carbon belt drive and the fine details typical of the small Berlin manufactory – assembled into a first-class bicycle.

Characteristic of the Rohloff gearbox is the freedom of shifting: all 14 gears can be engaged one after the other, or even skipping several steps, freely up and down – the shifter works via two shift cables. With a total range of 526 per cent and an even gear graduation, the Speedhub keeps the right gear ready for every situation, even on steep climbs. The power travels via the Gates Carbon belt (60 teeth at the front, 22 at the rear) to the Rohloff rear hub, which is part of a carefully spoked wheel set. Braking is handled by the hydraulic Formula R1 system with 160-millimetre rotors. The Brooks B17 saddle and the ergonomic leather grips provide classic, refined comfort. The geometry draws on the uncompromising basis of the Schindelhauer singlespeed frame – a slightly lower bottom bracket and longer tubes create a relaxed, tour-ready seating position that confidently combines sportiness and comfort.

What counts in WILHELM XIV ROHLOFF – the name elements in view

WILHELM lends the custom range its personal character – every bicycle is assembled according to your own wishes, this one too. XIV is the Roman spelling of the number fourteen and names the number of gears. ROHLOFF stands for the German shifting specialist whose sealed Speedhub sits here as a high-performance gear unit in the hub and guarantees reliable precision. Finally, alu pur describes the untreated, silvery aluminium surface that presents the frame material in a pure and honest way.

The position of WILHELM XIV ROHLOFF in the Wilhelm range

Within the Wilhelm family, WILHELM XIV ROHLOFF follows its own line: instead of a central gearbox, a sealed 14-gear hub gear operates in the rear wheel, impressing with "Made in Germany" precision. Together with the hydraulic Formula R1 disc brakes and a weight-optimised construction, the model weighs only 11.3 kilogrammes – making it the lightest Wilhelm of the range. The bare aluminium also clearly distinguishes it from the lacquered variants and underlines the sporty-purist character. With 5 years of warranty on the frame, the Berlin manufactory also underscores the high quality claim of this elegant sportsman version.

What WILHELM XIV ROHLOFF is made for

WILHELM XIV ROHLOFF is the long-distance specialist of the range: those who face hilly terrain, long weekend tours or extended bicycle trips will find a partner that delivers strong performance even on climbs. The 14 gears and the wide total range of 526 per cent keep the right gear ready for every situation – whether relaxed cruising, brisk stages or demanding ascents. With mudguards, racks at the front and rear, a kickstand and optional lighting, the Wilhelm can be equipped flexibly for everyday use and travel; the permissible total weight of 120 kilogrammes allows even fully loaded tours. The diamond frame speaks to everyone who wants to combine a classic appearance with modern, durable technology – and thanks to individual configuration, this bicycle too is assembled entirely according to your own ideas.