Tenways CGO Compact
A compact 20-inch city e-bike with a 6061 aluminium frame, a Gates carbon belt, a 250 W TENWAYS C9 rear hub motor with a torque sensor and a removable 500 Wh battery, limited to 25 km/h. It has a suspension seatpost, a by.schulz twist stem and folding pedals for storage, and is rated for a 120 kg payload.
Spec analysis: we have not ridden this model. Specs and prices checked 13 Nov 2026.
- Top speed
- 25 km/h (16 mph)
- Motor
- 250 W rated
- Torque
- 45 Nm
- Battery
- 500 Wh
- Range
- ≈ 94 km real, 100 km claimed
- Weight
- 19.8 kg
- Max load
- 120 kg
- Price from
- €1,999 · £1,799
Full specifications
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Top speed (EU version) | 25 km/h (16 mph) |
| Motor power | 250 W rated |
| Torque | 45 Nm |
| Claimed range | 100 km |
| Assist levels | 5 assist levels |
| Motor and drivetrain | |
| Motors | 1 (rear hub) |
| Motor make | TENWAYS C9 |
| Assist sensor | Torque sensor |
| Pedal assist | Yes |
| Throttle above 6 km/h | No |
| Gears | Single speed |
| Drive | Belt |
| Battery and charging | |
| Battery | 500 Wh (36 V, 14 Ah) |
| Removable battery | Yes |
| Charging time | not published |
| Size and weight | |
| Weight | 19.8 kg |
| Max load | 120 kg |
| Rider height | 160–195 cm |
| Folding | No |
| Frame style | Step-through (low entry) |
| Frame | 6061 aluminium alloy |
| Wheels, brakes and suspension | |
| Wheel size | 20″ |
| Tyres | Pneumatic |
| Brakes | Tektro hydraulic disc |
| Suspension | Suspension seatpost (rigid fork) |
| Lights, display and features | |
| Lights | 50 lux StVZO front light, integrated rear light |
| Display | Colour TFT |
| App | Yes |
| Water resistance | not published |
| Other features | by.schulz Speedlifter Twist stem, Folding pedals, Integrated carry handle, MIK HD rear carrier mount, Puncture-resistant tyres |
| Approvals and warranty | |
| EN 15194 certified | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years (frame 5 years) |
European version, from official sources listed below. “Not published” means the maker does not give that figure; we leave a gap rather than guess.
Where can you ride it?
As sold, the Tenways CGO Compact can be ridden on public roads in 5 of the 5 countries we cover. Verdicts compare the European version's specs with each country's rules. They are not legal advice.
| Country | Verdict for this model as sold |
|---|---|
| 🇫🇷 France checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal
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| 🇩🇪 Germany checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal |
| 🇵🇱 Poland checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal
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| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom checked 9 Nov 2026 | Road-legal
|
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