This page is from a former STEVENS Bikes model year (2018). These pages are meant as a service in case you have questions about equipment and geometry of older STEVENS bikes. You can pick other model years at Service – Product Years.

P18 Lite

Vikt	14,2 kg
Storlekar	48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm
Ram	Aluminium 6061 TB
Färg(er)	Anodized Black

Pricing

recomm. retail price: 3 799.00 €

There cannot be more premium.

Sportive touring is provided by a maintenance-free belt drive combined with a meticulously tuned 18-speed gear hub from a German high-precision workshop. Aggressive Deore XT disc brakes provide control. Safety and visibility are assured by a possibly record-breaking bright Busch&Müller lights. For swiftness all is nicely assembled by STEVENS' engineers to fit into an agile complete package.

Modern sports trekking bike with premium full specs
Finely tuned 18-speed Pinion gearbox with 636% gear range
Innovative, low-maintenance Gates belt drive
Strong Shimano Deore XT Trekking disc brakes
Anodized frame finish: of high quality, light, durable

Technology

Pinion P1.18 Gear Box

18 finely incremented gears for any situation.

QR15-Steckachse vorn

Die funktionellste Methode, das Vorderrad in der (Feder-)Gabel zu verankern.

Trunnion-Mount

Der neue Montage-Standard für Dämpfer kommt bei den neuen E-Fullys zum Einsatz.

Integrated Pannier Rack Strut

Invisibly provides more stability and lateral stiffness.

IQ-X Scheinwerfer

Innovative Lichttechnologie für maximale Sicht unter jeglichen Bedingungen.

Belt Drive

Silent-running, huge life-span, maintenance-free and low weight.

Reifenfreiheit bis 47 mm

Mehr Fahrkomfort und Pannenschutz mit bis zu 47 mm breiten Reifen.

Anodized Frame (anodized finish)

Anodized frames are very impact-resistant, light and long-lasting.

Tapered Seat Tube

Increases riding comfort and provides stiffness and drive-train efficiency.

Hydroforming

Optimum load-specific shape by oil or water pressure.

SPF Superlite rigid fork

Enormously light and also laterally stiff fork due to sophisticated manufacturing technology.

Tapered Steerer / Tapered Headtube

Tapered headtube for optimum force transfer and steering precision.

Triple Butted, Double Butted

For light and stable frame: Frame tubes with thinner walls in the middle and thicker walls at the ends.

Adjustable Dropouts

Convenient and exact chain or drive belt tensioning.

Smooth Welded

Smooth welds reduce notching and make aluminium frames more durable.

Hydraulic Disc Brakes (Trekking)

Braking power can be perfectly modulated anytime.

Pinion P1.18 Planetary Gears

Where there's normally a bottom bracket shell there is now a complete control center with a total of 18 tightly and evenly-stepped gears - always providing the perfect gear for any kind of situation. This little powerhouse – made in Germany – also guarantees perfect handling thanks to its optimum weight distribution.

QR15-Steckachse vorn

Die „15“ steht für den Achsdurchmesser, das „QR“ für „Quick Release“, also Schnellspanner – und zusammen für die funktionellste Methode, das Vorderrad in der (Feder-)Gabel zu verankern. Die Vorteile sind bestechend: hohe Steifigkeit, präzise Bremsscheiben-Positionierung und kinderleichte Bedienung. Also stattet STEVENS fast alle Mountainbikes und sogar die hochwertigsten Trekking-, Crossbikes und Pedelecs damit aus. Vor allem bei den 29“-MTBs wird sogar noch die Einbaubreite erhöht – von 100 auf 110 mm, das ist noch steifer.

Trunnion-Mount Dämpfer

Der neue Montage-Standard für Dämpfer kommt bei den neuen E-Fullys zum Einsatz, wo sein Hauptvorteil besonders willkommen ist: Er spart ca. 25 mm Einbaulänge und ermöglich somit (bei gegebenen Platzverhältnissen) die Verwendung eines Dämpfers mit längerer Luftkammer – also mehr Hub und besserer Performance. Oder es kann die Überstandshöhe des Oberrohres verringert werden, weil ein kürzerer Dämpfer nicht so viel Platz braucht.

Even when you can't see the strut that connects the pannier rack to the fender - it is there. The strut runs below the fender and provides - in connection with the rack mounted to the fender - more stability and lateral stiffness.

IQ-X Scheinwerfer

Die Scheinwerfer-Modellreihe IQ-X von Busch + Müller macht es mit ihrer neu entwickelten Lichttechnologie erstmals möglich, mit einem Dynamoscheinwerfer die 100-Lux-Marke zu knacken – und das mit einer sehr breiten, weiten und homogenen Großflächen-Ausleuchtung der Straße. Die kleinere, elegantere XS-Version bringt es immer noch auf stolze 70 Lux. Für rekordverdächtig hell gleißendes Licht (150 Lux!) sorgt hingegen der IQ-X E-Scheinwerfer, den wir am Lenker unseres schnellen S-Pedelecs Triton 45 anbringen.

Belt Drive

A belt drive, as the name suggests, uses a drive belt instead of a chain to transfer power from the cranks to the rear wheel. Since the belt cannot be split like a chain the special STEVENS frame utilizes a splittable seat stay, but the advantages are convincing: lower weight, silent operation, almost endless longevity without any maintenance.

Reifenfreiheit bis 47mm

Wer häufiger auf Strecken mit weniger glattem Untergrund unterwegs ist, kann bis zu 47 mm breite Reifen montieren – und dann von mehr Fahrkomfort und Pannenschutz profitieren, die deren größeres Luftvolumen mit sich bringt, weil nunmehr mit geringerem Reifenluftdruck gefahren werden kann. Die Rahmen und Gabeln dieser Bikes sind jedenfalls schon darauf vorbereitet.

Anodized Frames (Anodized finish)

In an electrically charged dipping bath high-quality aluminium frames are covered with a hard, smooth, even surface that looks especially classy in STEVENS Anodized Black. Therefore neither a paintjob nor powder coating is necessary - saving about 200 grams of frame weight.

Tapered Seat Tube

The seat tube tapers from top to bottom. At the top it fits a slim 27.2mm seatpost that offers some flex and therefore increases comfort especially when riding over rough ground. At the bottom the large diameter nicley flows into the bottom bracket shell and downtube to provide great stiffness and drivetrain efficiency.

Hydroforming

Using water or oil pressure aluminium tubes are transformed from their original round shape into their ideal shape determined by STEVENS engineers to perfectly withstand any load without any weight penalty. Riders of allround bikes and pedelecs will benefit from a better stability caused by hydroforming even when they are touring with heavy luggage.

SPF Superlite Rigid Fork

SPF stands for "Super Plastic Forming" which allows the manufacturing of large and complex parts like bike forks in one single piece. This way there's only a few welds between the fork shaft and legs. This makes the fork very light and laterally stiff. Yet it's equipped with everything that makes a versatile rigid fork: Lowrider rack eyelets, QR-15 axle mount and tapered shaft for high lateral stiffness.

Tapered Steerer / Tapered Headtube

Fork shaft (or steerer tube) and head tube are tapered, meaning their diameter increases from top to bottom resulting in a conical shape. The diameter needs to be bigger at the bottom since this is where higher stress is applied - especially when the bike has a higher total weight due to luggage or an e-drive and battery. Also tapered steerers feature a smoother force transfer (like forces caused by hard braking) to the downtube than forks with a continuous 1 1/8" diameter.

Triple Butted, Double Butted

Meaning a frame tube has three or two different wall thicknesses along its length. Triple butted (TB) is the usual technology with STEVENS high-quality frames.
Tubes with different wall thicknesses are optimally adjusted to certain ways of manufacturing or to withstand specific loads. Where the highest loads occur or where tubes are welded, walls are the thickest. Butted tubes allow frame weight to be lower by several hundred grams.

Adjustable Dropouts

High quality STEVENS frames equipped with a gear hub or Pinion 18-gear box come with adjustable dropouts. These make correct tensioning of the chain or drive belt very easy. Adjustment via headless set screw and Allen key allows very precise alignement. Two fastening bolts on each side provide tight grip. On bikes with derailleur shifting the chain is tensioned by the derailleur.

Smooth Welded

Additional step in welding. The first, rippled weld, typical for aluminium, is covered with a second smoother weld. This not only improves looks but also lowers the risk of notches in this spot, which makes the frames more durable.

Hydraulic Disc Brakes (Trekking)

There is no more reliable brake system than hydraulic disc brakes - that is why we strongly advice everyone, who is riding their cross, trekking- or city bike 12 months a year to choose one of our models with the „DISC“ suffix. Brake power is easy to modulate and does not fade a bit in the wet. Also the brakes are almost maintenance-free. And your local STEVENS dealer will gladly explain to you what you need to take care of when removing and re-installing a wheel

Utrustning

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Ramset

Ram

Aluminium 6061 TB

Axle: QR10x135
Brake: postmount disc 6"
BB: Pinion
Cable routing: external
Fender + rack mounts
Chain tensioner
Bolted seatstay (drive side)

Framgaffel

STEVENS K1 Superlite

Tapered Steerer 1 1/8" - 1 1/2"
Axle: QR15x100
Brake: postmount disc 7"
Fender + rack mounts

Headset

STEVENS AH Taper 1 1/8"-1 1/2"

Upper bearing cup: IS44/28.6
Lower bearing cup: IS55/40

Bromsar

Shimano Deore XT

BR-M8000
Hydraulic disc brake
Rotor: SM-RT64
Rotor size: 180/160 mm
Center-Lock

Drivlina

Vevparti

Pinion Forged, Gates CDX sprocket

32 T (Gates CDX)
BB type: Pinion

Framväxel

Pinion P1.18 gearbox

Gear range: 636%

Belt

Gates CDX Center Track Carbon Drive Belt

Length: 115 T

Kassett

Gates CDX Center Track sprocket

28 T

Gear ratio: 1.39 - 8.81 m, 1*18

Hjul

Nav

Shutter Precision PL-8X | Oxygen Disc Single

Hub dynamo (front)

Fälgar: Oxygen SL-D A21

Däck

Schwalbe Marathon Racer

Tire size: 40-622
Foldable
Speedgrip compound
RaceGuard
Reflective stripes

Cockpit

Styre

Oxygen Scorpo

Width: 640 mm
Backsweep: 9°
Rise: 15 mm
Clamp: 31.8 mm

Styrstam

Oxygen Scorpo

Handlebar clamp: 31.8 mm
Angle: 17°

Sadel: Selle Royal Viper

Sadelstolpe

Oxygen Scorpo

Length: 300 mm
Diameter: 27.2 mm
Insertion depth min. 100 mm

Växelreglage: Pinion 18-spd twist shifter

Bromshandtag

Shimano Deore XT Trekking

BL-T8000
3 finger

Belysning

B+M IQ-X T 100 Lux | Shine Evo

Illuminance (front): 100 lux
Close range light
Daylight function (front)
Stationary taillight
Automatic on/off

Tillbehör: Racktime Shine Evo IMM rear carrier | SKS mudguards | Pletscher kickstand

Data

Vikt: 14,2 kg

Storlekar: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm

Färg(er): Anodized Black

Laden weight

130 kg

Bike incl. rider, clothing and luggage

Testrapporter

Trekkingbike der Oberklasse

05/2017

Keine Lust, sich allzu lange mit dem Rad zu beschäftigen? Nicht beim Kauf, nicht bei der Justage, nicht bei der Fahrt und auch nicht bei der Wartung? Dann ist das Oberklasse-Trekkingbike Ihr Rad!

Perfekter Reisebegleiter

03/2017

The P 18 Lite is a perfect every-day companion with well-chosen specs and nimble ride characteristics.

Lust auf Anstiege

05/2016

Good price for performance, good ride quality and the low-maintenance drivetrain make the P18 Lite great fun to ride, from every-day use to fast-pace touring which is where this bike excels.

Radtouren Preis-Leistungs-Tipp

01/2015

The STEVENS P18 is the top of the game at the bottom of the price range: A fast and trouble-free all-rounder for touring and city cruising.

Beste Fahreigenschaften

/2015 – 2015

The P18 Lite’s ride characteristics are amazing, with or without cargo. The low center of gravity due to the gear box provide a bit of culture while the chassis is quick and nimble.

Geometri

schematische Skizze eines Fahrrades mit eingezeichneten Geometrie-Messpunkten

Ramhöjd (cm)		48	52	55	58	61	Mätinställning
Seattube length	A1	584	614	636	658	680	nominal
Seattube length	A2	480	520	550	580	610	bottom bracket to top of seattube
Seattube length	A3	417	456	486	515	545	bottom bracket to top of top tube
Top tube length	B	538	551	567	582	595
Top tube horizontal	C	560	575	590	605	617	center headtube to center seatpost/seattube
Headtube angle (°)	D	69	69	69.5	70	70.5
Seattube angle (°)	E	73	72.5	72.5	72.5	72.5
Wheelbase	F	1065	1077	1088	1098	1106
Chainstay length	G	446	446	446	446	446
Headtube length	H	130	160	180	200	220
Bottom bracket drop	I	70	70	70	70	70	distance of bottom bracket to hub level
Bottom bracket height	K	280	280	280	280	280	distance to ground
Fork rake	L	45	45	45	45	45
Slope	M	155	147	139	133	125	top tube level distance front to rear
Wheel radius	N	350	350	350	350	350	incl. tires
Standover height	O	728	762	788	814	840	top of top tube to ground*
Fork build height	P	410	410	410	410	410	incl. lower headset cups
Front wheel - bottom bracket	Q	630	640	652	662	669
Reach	R	390	391	399	407	413	center bottom bracket to center headtube, horizontal
Stack	S	558	586	607	628	649	center bottom bracket to center headtube, vertical
Stack/Reach (1:x)		1.43	1.5	1.52	1.54	1.57	ratio stack to reach
Seatpost diameter		27.2	27.2	27.2	27.2	27.2
Stem length		90	100	100	110	120	center-center
Stem angle (°)		17	17	17	17	17
Handlebar diameter		31.8	31.8	31.8	31.8	31.8
Assembled spacers		23.2 + 5 + 5 + 10 + 10
Handlebar width		640	640	640	640	640
Cranklength		170	170	175	175	175
		48	52	55	58	61

* measured 1/3 from seattube and 2/3 from headtube

Bike-Category 1

City and trekking bicycles

This category describes STEVENS city and trekking bicycles. STEVENS ALLROUND Urban, City Cross, Trekking Premium, Trekking and City as well STEVENS Junior 26 inches.

Instructions on intended use

The permissible overall weight (rider incl. baggage and bicycle) should not exceed 130 kg. Under certain circumstances this permissible overall weight can be further limited by the component manufacturers’ recommendations for use.
STEVENS city and trekking bicycles are designed for a trailer load of 40 kg without and 80 kg with trailer brake.

STEVENS city and trekking bicycles are intended for hard-surface terrain, i.e. for tarred roads and bicycle lanes or gravel field tracks, where the wheels do not lose ground contact. These bicycles are not suitable for off-road and competitive use of any kind whatsoever.

Due to their design and fittings, STEVENS city and trekking bicycles are not always suitable for being used on public roads. If you want to use them on public roads, these bikes must be fitted with the prescribed equipment. Observe the traffic rules when riding on public roads. For more information see chapter “Legal Requirements for Riding on Public Roads” in your comprehensive STEVENS user manual on the enclosed CD-ROM.

Danger:

STEVENS bicycles of the category 1 are not suitable for off-road use, jumps, slides, stair riding, stoppies, wheelies, tricks etc.!

P18 Lite

Recommended Frame Size

Pricing

There cannot be more premium.

Technology

Pinion P1.18 Gear Box

QR15-Steckachse vorn

Trunnion-Mount

Integrated Pannier Rack Strut

IQ-X Scheinwerfer

Belt Drive

Reifenfreiheit bis 47 mm

Anodized Frame (anodized finish)

Tapered Seat Tube

Hydroforming

SPF Superlite rigid fork

Tapered Steerer / Tapered Headtube

Triple Butted, Double Butted

Adjustable Dropouts

Smooth Welded

Hydraulic Disc Brakes (Trekking)

Pinion P1.18 Planetary Gears

QR15-Steckachse vorn

Trunnion-Mount Dämpfer

IQ-X Scheinwerfer

Belt Drive

Reifenfreiheit bis 47mm

Anodized Frames (Anodized finish)

Tapered Seat Tube

Hydroforming

SPF Superlite Rigid Fork

Tapered Steerer / Tapered Headtube

Triple Butted, Double Butted

Adjustable Dropouts

Smooth Welded

Hydraulic Disc Brakes (Trekking)

Utrustning

Ramset

Drivlina

Hjul

Cockpit

Data

Testrapporter

Trekkingbike der Oberklasse

Perfekter Reisebegleiter

Lust auf Anstiege

Radtouren Preis-Leistungs-Tipp

Beste Fahreigenschaften

Geometri