Gazelle Makki Travel vs Riese & Müller Load5 75 touring
Gazelle Makki Travel and Riese & Müller Load5 75 touring are both Front loader (bakfiets) models, so the decision comes down to the details below.
Specifications side by side
| Technical specifications | Makki Travel | Load5 75 touring |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Front loader (bakfiets) | Front loader (bakfiets) |
| Motor | Bosch Cargo Line Smart | Bosch Cargo Line Smart |
| Price | €6,999 (Better value) | €7,899 |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Battery | — | 725 Wh |
| Estimated range | — | 57 km |
| Payload | — | — |
| Max. total weight | 250 kg (Better value) | 200 kg |
| Bike weight | 54.5 kg | 35.5 kg (Better value) |
| Length | — | 2,645 mm |
| Max. children | — | 3 |
| Drive | Belt drive (Better value) | Chain |
| Shifting | Hub gears | Derailleur |
| Brakes | Magura Magura, hydraulische Scheibenbremse | Tektro TRP C 2.3, hydraulische Scheibenbremse |
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Gazelle Makki Travel if…
- your budget matters — it costs €900 less (€6,999 vs €7,899)
- you need a higher total weight limit (250 kg vs 200 kg)
- you want a clean, low-maintenance belt drive
Choose the Riese & Müller Load5 75 touring if…
- you often lift or push the bike (35.5 kg vs 54.5 kg)