Riese & Muller Swing5 silent
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Riese & Muller Swing5 silent (2026) at a glance
The Riese & Muller Swing5 silent is a commuter e-bike sold in Australia at $7,519 (price checked 9 Oct 2026). It pairs a Bosch Performance Line mid drive motor, a 500Wh battery, 28 inch wheels, and weighs 26.7kg. It is listed as a 250W pedal-assist e-bike limited to 25 km/h for Australian roads.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
Riders who want an upright, easy to mount German city bike with a rack battery.
Standout strength
A low step roadster frame with suspension at both contact points and a hub gear.
The main compromise
Rim brakes on the entry silent trim, and the rack mounted battery sits high.
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.
Swing5 silent vs Culture silent
| Riese & Muller Swing5 silent | Riese & Muller Culture silent | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $7,519 | $8,039 |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line, mid drive | Bosch Performance Line SX, mid drive |
| Torque | TBC | 55 Nm |
| Battery | 500 Wh | 400 Wh |
| Claimed range | TBC | TBC |
| Weight | 26.7 kg | 21.3 kg |
| Frame | Roadster step-through aluminium, 63mm fork and suspension seatpost | Recycled aluminium diamond frame |
| Wheels | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Category | Commuter | Commuter |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Swing5 silent if
it costs $520 less; its battery is 100 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; its low step frame is easier to get on and off.
Choose the Culture silent if
it is 5.4 kg lighter to lift onto a rack, train or stairs.
How you would ride it
Riese & Muller
The German premium brand from Muehltal, built around Bosch drive systems, full suspension and made to order configuration. Riese and Mueller sits at the top of the Australian market on engineering rather than price, and its cargo bikes are the benchmark.
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Common questions
How much does the Riese & Muller Swing5 silent cost in Australia?
The Riese & Muller Swing5 silent is listed at $7,519 (from, before options. Vario from $8,039, automatic from $8,609). 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 Riese & Muller Swing5 silent road legal in Australia?
Yes. The Riese & Muller Swing5 silent 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 Riese & Muller Swing5 silent have?
The Riese & Muller Swing5 silent uses a Bosch Performance Line motor, in a mid-drive position. Mid-drive motors climb hills better because they work through the bike's gears.
How much does the Riese & Muller Swing5 silent weigh?
The Riese & Muller Swing5 silent weighs about 26.7 kg. That matters if you need to lift it onto a car rack, carry it up stairs, or store it, since e-bikes are heavier than regular bikes because of the motor and battery.
Who sells and backs the Riese & Muller Swing5 silent in Australia?
The Riese & Muller range is distributed in Australia by Specialist dealers, including Electric Bikes Brisbane and Omafiets. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.