Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave (2026) at a glance
The Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave is a commuter e-bike sold in Australia at $6,999 (price checked 9 Oct 2026). It pairs a Bosch Performance Line PX mid drive motor with 90Nm of torque, a 800Wh battery, 29 inch wheels. It is listed as a 250W pedal-assist e-bike limited to 25 km/h for Australian roads.
Is it for you?
We have not ridden this bike. This read is based on the spec sheet and Australian seller information, not a test ride.
Best suited to
The rider who wants the quietest, most maintenance-free city bike Kalkhoff makes.
Standout strength
An 800Wh battery, a belt drive and a stepless Enviolo hub, so there is nothing to shift and nothing to oil.
The main compromise
It is heavy for a city bike, and the Enviolo hub costs a little efficiency.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Image 5+ Advance Wave vs Image L Excite Wave
| Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave | Kalkhoff Image L Excite Wave | |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $6,999 | $5,999 |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line PX, mid drive | Bosch Performance Line SX, mid drive |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Battery | 800 Wh | 400 Wh |
| Claimed range | TBC | 95 km |
| Weight | TBC | 23 kg |
| Frame | Integrale aluminium, wave step-through | Aluminium wave step-through, air suspension fork |
| Wheels | 29 inch | 28 inch |
| Category | Commuter | Commuter |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Image 5+ Advance Wave if
its battery is 400 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; it has 30 Nm more torque for steep hills and heavy loads.
Choose the Image L Excite Wave if
it costs $1,000 less.
How you would ride it
Kalkhoff
A German brand that has been building bikes since 1919 and now sits inside Pon.Bike. The Australian range is the 2026 K26 line, built entirely on Bosch Smart System motors, and covers trekking, urban and all-terrain bikes.
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Common questions
How much does the Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave cost in Australia?
The Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave is listed at $6,999 (ride-away; Electric Bikes Brisbane price, previously listed at $7,999). eBikeFinder checks pricing against manufacturer and distributor information, and prices can change with sales and stock. This price was last checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Is the Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave road legal in Australia?
Yes. The Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave is a 250W pedal-assist e-bike that stops assisting at 25 km/h, which meets the road-legal e-bike standard in every Australian state. Compliance is asserted by the brand rather than independently verified, so confirm the current spec with the seller.
What motor does the Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave have?
The Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave uses a Bosch Performance Line PX motor, in a mid-drive position, producing 90Nm of torque. Mid-drive motors climb hills better because they work through the bike's gears.
Who sells and backs the Kalkhoff Image 5+ Advance Wave in Australia?
The Kalkhoff range is distributed in Australia by Pon.Bike Australia, through specialist dealers. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.