GSD R14

Still Small. Even More Useful.

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200 kg (440 lb) Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight
Bosch® Cargo Line Motor provides up to 85 Nm of torque and 400% support
Bosch dual-battery system (1000 Wh) for a range of up to 206 km (128 mi)
Rohloff® Speedhub features a 526% gear range, electronic shifting, and automatic downshifting
Gates® CDX Belt Drive is silent, smooth, and virtually maintenance-free
Adjustable cockpit comfortably fits riders 150 – 195 cm (4’11” – 6’5”)
Super tough Atlas Lockstand™ auto-locks when engaged—just press a button on the handlebars to unlock
Heavy-duty frame-integrated rear rack and integrated lower decks
Cane Creek® Thudbuster ST Suspension Seatpost for an extra-cushy ride
Always-on RearStop™ Brake Light helps you safely signal stops
Ultra-bright Ignis™ Headlight ensures 24/7 visibility, no matter the weather
Powerful and responsive Magura® MT5 eSTOP 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes
Integrated Abus® Wheel Lock, keyed-alike with the battery
Upgraded Atlas Wheels with custom CNC machined hubs for extra strength and durability
Wide range of cargo- and passenger-carrying accessories
Fits two Thule® Yepp Maxi seats, no adapters needed

Photo may show optional accessories.

Forge Grey

20" wheels

Electric

Top-Tier

Product Reviews

Cycling Electric

If you buy this as a family e-bike we suspect your main problem will be competition for ride time.

Electrek

The days of using bikes exclusively for recreation are over. The advent of electric bikes has opened a wide variety of uses, and the GSD is the king of the hill. Read more

Tern’s flagship utility e-bike GSD has been setting the benchmark for ultra-convenient utility/cargo e-bikes since 2017. And now the company has just announced the new Tern GSD G2, the latest iteration of the GSD with significant updates to the design.Read more

Forbes

When you go out to drive your car, all you need is your keys. With the GSD, the thinking is the same. […] You just grab your keys and hop on the bike: everything that you need is already there.Read more

Bicycling Magazine

Tern thought of just about everything while redesigning the GSD. If you’re in the market for a new cargo bike or kicking around the idea of a car replacement, this bike should be at the top of your shortlist.Read more

New Atlas

[Tern] has just launched an updated version of its family-friendly GSD, promising a sturdier frame, easier step-through geometry and a few new bells and whistles.Read more

CyclingTips

“Having spent so much time on the previous generation, I’ll say that all of these changes are music to my ears”Read more

Ebiketips

The frame has been beefed up considerably: the main tubes are now internally reinforced and the bike is rated for a 200kg load. It’s passed the most stringent German cargo bike standards, so it should be good for your shopping, or your kids.Read more

Specifications

General Info

Color:

Forge Grey

Wheel Size:

20" wheels

Speeds:

1 x 14

Weight:

37.26 kg (82.14 lb)

Folding Size:

176 x 40.5 x 87 cm (69.3" x 15.9" x 34.3")

Folding Time:

5 sec

Frame Sizes:

One size

Gear Inches:

19" - 102" (1.54 - 8.10 m)

Distance: Seatpost to Handlebar:

Min: 490 mm (19.3") Max: 590 mm (22")

Distance: Saddle to Pedal:

Min: 690 mm (27.2") Max: 1050 mm (41.3")

Suggested Rider Height:

150 - 195 cm (4'11" - 6'5")

Max Gross Vehicle Weight:

200 kg (440 lb)

Max Rider Weight:

120 kg (264 lb)

Frame

Frame:

Tern GSD, 6061-AL, patented MultiTruss design, EFBE Tri-Test approved: 200 kg

Fork:

Suntour custom for Tern, 1.5" tapered Chromoly steerer, 32 mm stanchions, Thru-axle, 70 mm travel, EFBE approved: 200 kg

Cockpit

Handlepost:

Tern Physis 3D, 3D forged, 5 patented technologies, 12°, 290 mm

Stem:

Tern Andros, adjustable, forged construction, patented technology

Headset:

Tern Flux Pro Taper, 1.5", angular contact bearings, Physis integrated

Handlebar:

Tern Sweep, 6061-AL, Tern Andros adapted

Grips/Bar Tape:

Ergon

Saddle:

Tern GSD by Velo, with rear handle

Seatpost:

Cane Creek Thudbuster G4, Tern Telescope, 34.9/30.9 mm

Seatpost Clamp:

Tern Collar, 6061-AL, 2pc

Brakes

Front Brake:

Magura MT5, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotor, Sport pads

Rear Brake:

Magura MT5, 4-piston hydraulic disc, 180 mm rotor, Sport pads

Brake Levers:

Magura MT5 e-stop, hydraulic, with brake sensor

Wheels

Front Hub:

Tern Atlas, Boost Thru-Axle, Cargo-optimized design, sealed cartridge bearing

Rear Hub:

Rohloff E14, 526% range, Boost

Spokes and Nipples:

Stainless steel, 13G

Rims:

Tern Atlas, ultra wide 36 mm, dual reinforced joint

Tires:

F: Schwalbe Big Ben Plus, 55-406, Green Guard puncture protection, Reflex R: Tern x Schwalbe Super Moto-X, 62-406, Green Guard puncture protection, Reflex

Transmission

Shifter(s):

Rohloff E14, e-shift 14 spd

Crankset:

Tern GSD custom, Gates CDX CNC machined beltring

Cassette/Freewheel:

Gates CDX, precision CNC machined cog

Bottom Bracket:

Motor integrated

Chain:

Gates Carbon Drive CDX belt

Pedals:

Urban with non-slip surface, sealed bearings

Shifter Cable & Housing:

Rohloff E14, e-shift

E-System

Motor:

Bosch Cargo Line, 400% Assist, 85 Nm Torque, max speed 25 kph (EU); max speed 20 mph (US)

Battery:

Bosch Dual Battery system, 1000 Wh

Display:

Bosch Intuvia, Rohloff integrated shifting w/ auto downshift

Range:

1000 Wh: 102-206 km (63-128 mi)

Charger:

220V, 4A (EU); 100-240V, 4A (US)

Bells & Whistles

Bell:

Pitch Plus, brass

Chainguard:

Tern Custom, full chain cover

Kickstand:

Atlas Lockstand, w/ remote unlock, patented technology

Luggage Socket:

Combo Mount

Front Light:

Ignis Headlight, Ultra wide 700 lumens, Hi/Lo Beam

Rear Light:

RearStop Brake Light, Always on brake light

Fenders:

Integrated Wheel Guard, AL6061, w/ Side Skirt

Rack(s):

Frame integrated, heavy duty design

Accessory:

ABUS, keyed-alike with Bosch battery

*Note: These are our standard model specifications. The bike's weight and folded dimension may not include racks and fenders. The specifications for your country may differ slightly. We do our best to ensure that the specifications listed here accurately reflect the exact parts found on our production bikes. However, component changes do occur for various reasons and there may be brief delays on site updates. We reserve the right to make component changes without prior notification, which may cause discrepancies with the information listed on the web.

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