Ludwig - The Classic Sportsman

Ludwig

The Classic Sportsman

The Classic Sportsman

Technically innovative and versatile - Ludwig is the multi-faceted classic for everyday use and weekend touring. Equipped with Shimano transmission, Ludwig is perfectly balanced between flexibility and performance.

8/11

speed
Shimano Alfine

28

mm
Continental Contact Urban

10.2

kg
total weight
Technically innovative and versatile - Ludwig is the multi-faceted classic for everyday use and weekend touring. Equipped with Shimano transmission, Ludwig is perfectly balanced between flexibility and performance.
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Sporting flexibility

Ludwig follows in the tracks of Siegfried's sportiness while at the same time setting new priorities in terms of flexibility for everyday use. The Shimano Alfine transmission contributes to this, as does a more comfortable frame geometry thanks to a longer wheelbase, higher head tube and lower bottom bracket. Lights and mudguards can be easily retrofitted if necessary - selected components integrate perfectly to maintain the reduced design language and typical Schindelhauer character.

Sporting flexibility - Ludwig follows in the tracks of Siegfried's sportiness while at the same time setting new priorities in terms of flexibility for everyday use. The Shimano Alfine transmission contributes to this, as does a more comfortable frame geometry thanks to a longer wheelbase, higher head tube and lower bottom bracket. Lights and mudguards can be easily retrofitted if necessary - selected components integrate perfectly to maintain the reduced design language and typical Schindelhauer character.

A special drive

Instead of a conventional chain, the maintenance-free Gates Carbon Drive CDX CenterTrack belt drive ensures a light, silent and fast ride. For extended tours with climbs or fast tailwind passages, the Shimano Alfine 8- or 11-speed transmission is a perfect match.

With a spread of 307% for the 8-speed hub or 409% for the 11-speed hub, it offers enough leeway for any terrain. The pawl-free freewheel is super-quiet and an ideal complement to the silent belt drive.
Shimano Alfine 8-/11-gear hub

With a spread of 307% for the 8-speed hub or 409% for the 11-speed hub, it offers enough leeway for any terrain. The pawl-free freewheel is super-quiet and an ideal complement to the silent belt drive.

The hollow axle and external bearings work together to achieve the essential stiffness that the belt demands, while a fixed clamp collar gives a precise belt line to ensure a highly durable belt – at the same time, as a visual highlight, it decisively shapes the character of the bike.
Additional Alfine components

The hollow axle and external bearings work together to achieve the essential stiffness that the belt demands, while a fixed clamp collar gives a precise belt line to ensure a highly durable belt – at the same time, as a visual highlight, it decisively shapes the character of the bike.

Gates Carbon Drive

Since day one, Schindelhauer has been using the superior belt drive from Gates, which consists of embedded carbon fibres. All bikes are specially designed for the belt drive in order to take advantage of all the benefits.

Zero maintenance

Oiling, greasing and rusting are a thing of the past.

Highly efficient

With a higher wattage, the efficiency is higher compared to the chain.

Long life span

The Gates Carbon Drive lasts about 3-4 times longer than a chain.

Stay clean

Due to the lack of oil, it keeps your trousers away from dirt.

Super quiet

No chain - No more chain running noises.

Lightweight

The Gates Carbon Drive weighs 20% less than a classic chain.

Seamlessly integrated technologies.

Ludwig is designed from the ground up for the Gates Carbon Drive to make the most of all the advantages of the drive system. Innovative technologies such as the Schindelhauer belt port and the slider-belt-tensioning-system are seamlessly integrated to consistently maintain the purist design.

Stable, robust and yet a true lightweight - the frame is made of high-quality 6061 aluminium. The smoothed weld seams using the "flat-welding" process are a visual highlight.
Aluminium frame

Stable, robust and yet a true lightweight - the frame is made of high-quality 6061 aluminium. The smoothed weld seams using the "flat-welding" process are a visual highlight.

The patented Belt Port, an almost invisible opening at the dropout, makes it very easy to change the belt drive.
Patented Belt Port

The patented Belt Port, an almost invisible opening at the dropout, makes it very easy to change the belt drive.

The slider dropouts make changing a tube child’s play. Two sliders attach the rear wheel and can be moved backwards and forwards to tension the belt. After changing the tube and mounting the wheel, the belt automatically returns to its original tension setting.
Slider-belt-tensioning-system

The slider dropouts make changing a tube child’s play. Two sliders attach the rear wheel and can be moved backwards and forwards to tension the belt. After changing the tube and mounting the wheel, the belt automatically returns to its original tension setting.

Sporty-classic cockpit

High-quality leather features and silver-polished components reveal the clear character traits: Ludwig is a classic sportsman. The clean cockpit seamlessly integrates all components and offers agile handling.

The Schindelhauer Moon handlebars are ergonomically designed for a comfortable grip and an upright cycling position. The stylish sweep of the bar ends, which curve slightly backwards (18°), mean you’ll enjoy casual touring all the more.
Schindelhauer handlebar Moon

The Schindelhauer Moon handlebars are ergonomically designed for a comfortable grip and an upright cycling position. The stylish sweep of the bar ends, which curve slightly backwards (18°), mean you’ll enjoy casual touring all the more.

You’ll love the clean and neat appearance achieved by transferring the segment system from our seat post clamp. The stem can be mounted to angle either upward or downward (+/- 7° rise).
Schindelhauer stem

You’ll love the clean and neat appearance achieved by transferring the segment system from our seat post clamp. The stem can be mounted to angle either upward or downward (+/- 7° rise).

We’ve fully integrated the Tange cartridge bearing, so it accentuates the head tube. Seamless joints around the bicycle fork and stem area lend a flawless finish, creating the impression that the bike is cast from one piece of metal.
Tange Seiki integrated headset

We’ve fully integrated the Tange cartridge bearing, so it accentuates the head tube. Seamless joints around the bicycle fork and stem area lend a flawless finish, creating the impression that the bike is cast from one piece of metal.

More Highlights

Tektro brakes

Reliable braking performance

Tektro brakes
Brooks B17 leather saddle

Made in Great Britain.

Brooks B17 leather saddle
Schindelhauer ergo grips

Relieve tension and make every single ride a pure delight.

Schindelhauer ergo grips
Continental Contact II tires

Puncture-proof and ideal for everyday riding.

Continental Contact II tires
Schindelhauer Urban Pedal

CNC-machined

Schindelhauer Urban Pedal
Optional upgrades

mudguards, pannier rack, light system, kick stand

Optional upgrades

Meet the Family

Ludwig

from 2.095,00 €

incl. VAT, plus shipping and handling

Geometry

Classic

Step-through

Ludwig

The frame sizes listed are only a guide. Finding the right sized frame for you depends on things like your height, personal preferences and riding style. We always recommend taking a test ride at one of our dealers.,

Frame Size
Body Height
Inseam Length
XS (50)151-16073-77
S (53)161-17078-82
M (56)171-17983-86
L (59)180-18887-91
XL (62)189-19892-95

Suitable accessories

  • Anti Theft Sets - Hexlox intelligently protects your components from theft. Whether it's the wheels, saddle, seat post or stem — the steel Hexlox cap prevents the access of Allen keys.
    Anti Theft Sets

    Hexlox intelligently protects your components from theft. Whether it's the wheels, saddle, seat post or stem — the steel Hexlox cap prevents the access of Allen keys.

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  • LED handlebar (battery version) - The LightSKIN handlebar offers what many bicycle enthusiasts have been waiting for: An integrated front light, bright, discreetly integrated and StVZO compliant.
    LED handlebar (battery version)

    The LightSKIN handlebar offers what many bicycle enthusiasts have been waiting for: An integrated front light, bright, discreetly integrated and StVZO compliant.

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  • LED seat post (dynamo version) - LightSKIN is a seat post and tail light in one - and the new model is road legal in Germany according to StVZO laws.
    LED seat post (dynamo version)

    LightSKIN is a seat post and tail light in one - and the new model is road legal in Germany according to StVZO laws.

    Learn more
How to get your bike

Visit a dealer

We recommend to purchase your bike at one of our dealers. They will provide you with personal advice, a test ride and also offer you their best service after your purchase.

Delivery to a dealer

Get your bike delivered to one of our dealers at no extra cost. They set up the bike for you professionally and will have it ready for pickup by arrangement. Select this option when ordering online.

Delivery to your home

You already know your desired bike and can't wait to conquer the streets? Get it delivered directly to your home – almost completely assembled. Simply follow the remaining steps in the manual.

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