Schindelhauer WILHELM S (53cm) | mitternachtsblau | 12-Gang (P-Line)

Schindelhauer WILHELM XII P-LINE / mitternachtsblau

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Individuality, style and top technology – that is exactly what WILHELM XII P-LINE sounds like in the midnight-blue finish. The deep blue, which shades into almost black, gives the frame of aluminium AL6061-T6 a calm stage on which the noble components shine particularly well. The aero-shaped, triple-butted tube set keeps the bike slim, while the internally routed cables, polished welds and the integrated seat clamp preserve the purist appearance. Under the bonnet, the CNC-machined Pinion P-Line gear unit with twelve gears counts among the outstanding features: connoisseurs call it the premier league among bicycle gearboxes, and its central position ensures an almost perfect balance of the bicycle.

The ratio can even be shifted while stationary – a blessing at every traffic light and in slow stop-and-go traffic. The power flows through a low-maintenance Gates Carbon belt with a long service life, which is quickly replaced via the Belt Port. Reliable deceleration comes from hydraulic Shimano Alfine disc brakes with 160-millimetre rotors, which modulate evenly even on longer descents. The Continental GP Urban tyres at 35 millimetres wide roll comfortably and grip securely when leaning into corners. The seating feel is shaped by the slim Brooks Swallow Classic saddle and ergonomic leather grips. For everyday use and travel, mudguards, front and rear racks and optional lighting can be mounted; with 120 kilogrammes of permissible total weight there is enough reserve for rider and luggage. The combination of a low bottom bracket and long frame tubes results in a position that is both sporty and tour-ready.

Why it is called WILHELM XII P-LINE – and what mitternachtsblau means

WILHELM XII P-LINE is composed of three elements. WILHELM is a sonorous first name that gives the series its personal, tailor-made character – just as every bicycle is configured individually. XII stands in Roman numerals for the number twelve and refers to the twelve gears of the gear unit. P-LINE marks the premium gearbox platform from Pinion, whose CNC-machined housings are designed for the most demanding applications. mitternachtsblau, in turn, describes the dark, deep blue tone of the lacquer that recalls the sky at night and gives the bicycle a reserved yet striking presence.

The place of WILHELM XII P-LINE in the Wilhelm programme

WILHELM XII P-LINE represents the upper middle class within the Wilhelm range: the CNC-machined P-Line gearbox family as well as the slim Brooks Swallow Classic saddle link the model with its eighteen-gear sister, while twelve finely tuned gears place the focus on balanced everyday usability. Compared with the C-Line versions, WILHELM XII P-LINE also brings the larger, CNC-machined gear unit from Pinion – the one regarded as the premier league among bicycle gearboxes. The midnight-blue lacquer visually distinguishes the bicycle from the alu pur and sahneweiß finishes and gives it a pleasant distinctiveness. In this way, WILHELM XII P-LINE stands for a confidence that combines style and technology effortlessly.

Where WILHELM XII P-LINE shines

WILHELM XII P-LINE is made for everyone who is looking for an elegant everyday bicycle with high technical standards – and who does not want to compromise on anything. The twelve gears are equally sufficient for climbs and brisk urban stretches, and shifting while stationary noticeably eases inner-city traffic. On longer rides, the tour-ready geometry comes into its own, and with mounted racks and mudguards the bicycle also becomes a reliable travel companion. Lighting can be added optionally and rounds off its everyday suitability. Those who like it classic with a diamond frame benefit from the dynamic line; if needed, Schindelhauer also offers models with a low step-over. In any case, WILHELM XII P-LINE is a statement that unites individuality, style and top technology in a single bicycle.