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Description Balance low step through bike

The Balance is a comfort bike with a very low step through and a uniquely designed frame. With the Balance bike you can always place both your feet on the ground without getting off the saddle and cycle with a comfortable movement of your legs. The great advantage of the Balance is the unique ergonomically designed seat. Wrists, shoulders and neck are hardly burdened while cycling. The more forward pedalling motion ensures that you use the power of your legs better than in case of conventional bikes. The lower centre of gravity makes the cycling easier and more comfortable. This bike is much safer than a normal low step through bike because you do not have to get on and off the saddle at a stop.

The Balance is available with many options, see our configurator or the pricelist of the Balance. The Balance is also available in different frame sizes. The smaller and larger frame of the updated second generation Balance will be available for order from January 2023. See the article 'The Balance 1 low step through bike from vanRaam' for more information about the lowered and raised frame of the Balance 1.

Electric low step through bike

The Balance is also available as an electric low step through bike with an electric motor for pedal assistance. If you choose optional electric pedal assist, it will be delivered as a smart e-bike. You can then use the vanRaam app to set a different support mode on your vanRaam bike. An e-bike with a low step-through frame is very suitable for older people who like to have both feet on the ground while sitting on the bike. Read more about the vanRaam smart e-bike on our vanRaam app page.

If you want to try this bike or any other bike of us, you can make an appointment with us. We do not sell directly to individuals, sales and delivery is done by our dealers.

For more information see also FAQ.

Standard equipment

Aluminium rims
Closed chain protection
Bicycle lock
Bicycle lighting
Bicycle bell
Hydraulic brakes
Parking brake
Five year guarantee on frame
Adjustable handlebar stem

Benefits

Easily cycle away from a standing position
Always with two feet on the ground without getting off
Safe getting on and off and stop
Very low step through frame
Ergonomically designed seating
More power due to the forward facing kick
Cycling with extra comfort thanks to wide balloon tyres
Multiple frame sizes available
Also available as an electric low step through bike

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Benefits

Easily cycle away from a standing position
Safe getting on and off and stop
Ergonomically designed seating
Cycling with extra comfort thanks to wide balloon tyres
Pedal support is possible (smart e-bike)

Always with two feet on the ground without getting off
Very low step through frame
More power due to the forward facing kick
Multiple frame sizes available

Customer experiences

9.2 / 10

21 reviews

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van raam low step through balance jan de jongh

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Customer experience low step through Balance - Jan de Jongh

Jan de Jongh is 70 years old and lives with his wife in the Betuwe (a region in the Netherlands). After a partial spinal cord injury and rehabilitation, he was looking for a bike that would allow him to stand with both feet on the ground when standing still. Read the story of Jan and his low step through bike Balance.

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9 / 10

Customer experience Balance low step e-bike - Bernadette Evers

Bernadette was afraid of falling off her bike because she couldn't touch the ground with her feet. For this reason, and to stay in good shape, she purchased the low-step Balance e-bike.

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the balance low step through bike throught the years

The Balance through the years

vanRaam has a history of over 110 years. Since 1986, the focus at vanRaam has been on the production of special needs bicycles. The bicycles in vanRaam's range are continuously developed and improved. This also applies to the Balance low step through bike. In the article Balance low step through bike over the years you will discover all about the developments of the Balance.

Balance over the years

Options

Pedal assist

vanRaam has its own electric pedal assist system, known as the Silent System. This system has been fully developed by vanRaam, specifically for the special needs bikes.

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SmartGuard Tyre

With a SmartGuard tyre it is almost impossible to get a flat tyre (when used correctly), thanks to the thicker tread of the tyre.

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Adapted frame height

All Van Raam bicycles have a standard frame height. It is possible to order a lowered or a heightened frame for an additional charge.

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Mirror

For extra safety on the bike, a mirror can be placed on the handlebar. With a mirror, you can look behind you without turning your head or torso.

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Specifications

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Average range (default battery)	82 km
Min-max range (default battery)	43 - 132 km
Maximum standard speed with pedal assistance	25 km/h
Inside leg length	67 - 82 cm, 76 - 91 cm, 85 - 100 cm
Standard frame height	42 cm, 51 cm, 60 cm
Boarding height	22 cm
Weight without electrical system*	26 kg
Weight with electrical system*	34.7 kg
Cycle length	182 cm
Cycle width	66 cm
Wheel size front	24"
Wheel size back	24"
Basic color 1	(RAL 6004) Blue green
Basic color 2	(RAL 5008) Grey blue matt
RAL color of choice	Yes
Maximum driver weight	120 kg
Maximum luggage carrier weight	23 kg
Possible separable frame	No
Item code	388-0000

*This bicycle's weight can vary based on its different options.

News

Low step through bike

For people who are having difficulty getting on and off a bike or people with slight balancing problems, the Balance, a comfortable low step through bike, is the ideal solution. It is a very safe low entry bike with many advantages. If you have more trouble with your balance, the low entry bike with three wheels, the Maxi Comfort, can be a good solution. Furthermore these bicycles can be painted in almost any desired RAL-color. Read more about these low step through bikes here.

Unique riding characteristics of the low step through bike Balance

One of the adapted bikes in the Van Raam assortment is the low step through bike Balance. Discover 4 unique riding characteristics of the comfortable two-wheel bike in this article.