In 1995, Haibike was founded in the small German city Schweinfurt. In the beginning these sporty bikes were still offered under the name of our parent brand Winora, but soon became Haibike. Over the next 15 years, the brand developed new models and further advanced, both visually and technically.
In 2010 The forefather of all eMTBs, the Haibike eQ XDURO, is presented at Eurobike. The response is great right from the start: Never before has a manufacturer created a truly off-road suitable eMTB. Haibike’s turned motor concept and the initial design will be copied multiple times in the future. The initial range consists of four models (Fully, Hardtail, Cross and Trekking). The demand exceeds the supply and the XDUROs sell out quickly. This is a turning point in our history.
Haibike is using a special production process for the very first XDURO: Gravity Casting. This casting process originated from the motorcycle industry and makes it possible to produce complex components that are extremely stable and precise, but yet very lightweight. This technology is mainly used for our “interface,“ also known as the engine mount. This is the heart of the frame, where technical functions work together. This technology is used by more and more competitors later on.
by 2012 the product range is growing to 17 models. Including the first AllMountain eBike, that will set the future trend of longstroke eBikes with its 150mm suspension travel. Haibike presents a fast 45km/h eBike, the XDURO Trekking S, for the first time. The name affix "eQ" is dropped, the name "XDURO", which is a portmanteu word comprising the words X-Cross & Enduro, becomes the sole model name.
In 2013 Haibike presents a completely new product range at Eurobike. With 37 models the message is clear: Haibike is committed to ePerformance. There are many technical changes as well: a new drive unit and a completely new aluminum frame take XDURO to a new level. Haibike also debuts more important design features: the double bent top tube, the SkidPlate, and the slanted suspension duct.
2014 see more 1sts,
The XDURO gets a brother: the Haibike SDURO. The new line features a new YAMAHA drive unit, which is exclusively introduced through Haibike. The SDURO becomes an instant success thanks to its handling characteristics, reliability and the price-performance ratio. The SDURO HardNine SL is voted the most popular eBike in the German bicycle market in its first year. The YAMAHA PW drive unit is voted second most important by retailers.
Haibike is the first manufacturer to utilize the electronics to control suspension and introduces two SDURO models with electronic suspension control. With this new innovation Haibike opens the door to a new world of electronic assist systems.
At Eurobike 2014 Haibike introduces many new highlights: most notably the first Carbon-eFully with center drive. Three models mark the beginning of the carbon era in the eBike market and once again confirm Haibike is the pioneer. The eFatbike “FatSix” is also introduced.
Haibike integrates the Bosch system components into the frame decreasing the optical size of the motor by 38%. The battery is formally and technically integrated as well. Haibike strives for a concept of “visible integration”: all character defining components are optically integrated, but stay visible as shaping features.
2015 and once again Haibike raises the bar and expands our successful line of longstroke eBikes. With the new XDURO Dwnhll PRO, Haibike presents a downhill bike with a high-performance drive unit that makes the impossible possible: a genuine downhill bike that goes uphill just as well without a lift or shuttle—breaking the limits and creating an unknown range of use. The Dwnhll is a great success from the start. Based on the regular series bikes a Guido Tschugg limited edition is also introduced.
2016 sees a further technological advance, Haibike goes digital and connects eMTBs through eConnect, opening doors to a new digital era. eConnect is a small device that is integrated into the eBike and sends and receives data. This offers functions like GPS based theft control, bike localization, a riding log, and exporting rides possible. All of your riding information can be viewed and managed on a special smart phone application. Haibike paves the way for smart ePerformance bikes.
2020 and One for all, that's how HAIBIKE announces its new eMTBs with Yamaha drive. The two new AllMtn 6/AllMtn 7 models are the brand's first bikes that are fully dedicated to fun on the trail and performance off-road. To this end, the developers have created a completely new frame platform that houses the powerful Yamaha PW-X2 drive. The carbon main frame, carbon rear triangle, carbon rocker arm, completely revised geometry and more progressive kinematics are impressive!
The new extraordinary Bosch Gen 4 frame design clearly stands out from its predecessors. The aim was to continue the proven HAIBIKE rear suspension kinematics and at the same time enable the integration of a range extender for all frame sizes. The new frame shape impresses with an extremely low center of gravity and increased stiffness, enabling more agile handling for even more riding fun. In addition, the integration of a range extender is now possible as an option for all frame sizes S-XL