The Tern NBD S5i is a welcoming e-bike that’s as easy to ride as it is easy to love. From the moment you hop on, to each gentle pedal you take—everything about the NBD is simply a dream. The secret is in its accommodating design, complemented by handpicked essentials for one superbly comfy ride. Freedom on two wheels this easy? That’s gotta be something to smile about each time you set off on the NBD.
Interested in a Tern that can carry more cargo? Check out the GSD S00.
What Makes it an S5i?
- Bosch Performance Line motor provides up to 65 Nm of torque and 300% support
- Bosch PowerPack 500 powers longer trips, commutes, and journeys
- Gates belt drive for clean, quiet, maintenance-free operation
- Shimano Nexus INTER-5E internal hub
- Magura MT4 hydraulic disc brakes for superior stopping power—even when carrying a passenger and riding fast
NBD Highlights
- Ultra-low 39 cm (15.4”) standover height means gentle, low steps are all that’s required to get on and go
- Ultra-low center of gravity improves balancing and maneuvering when riding with kids through parks and narrow streets
- Fits riders 147 - 190 cm (4'10" - 6'3")
- Gaia Rack is certified to carry up to 27 kg (60 lbs) and works with many child seats
- Proven safe and reliable: frame and fork have undergone the EFBE Tri-Test to the 140 kg (309 lbs) Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight
Tern NBD S5i Specifications
GENERAL INFO
SPEEDS: 1 x 5
WEIGHT: 23.4 kg (51.6 lb)
GEAR INCHES: 34" - 90" (2.75 - 7.22 m)
FOLDING SIZE: 38 × 156 × 79 cm (15 × 61.4 × 31.1 in)
FOLDING TIME: 5 sec
FRAME SIZES: One size
DISTANCE: SEATPOST TO HANDLEBAR: 45 - 52 cm (17.7 - 20.5 in)
DISTANCE: SADDLE TO PEDAL: 70 - 100 cm (27.6 - 39.4 in)
SUGGESTED RIDER HEIGHT: 147 - 190 cm (57.9 - 74.8 in)
MAX GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT: 140 kg (308.6 lb)
MAX RIDER WEIGHT: 120 kg (264.6 lb)
FRAME
FRAME: Tern NBD, 6061-AL, Patented design, EFBE Tri-Test approved: 140 kg
FORK: Tern Tarsus, 6061-AL, hydroformed, EFBE approved: 140 kg
COCKPIT
HANDLEPOST: Tern Physis 3D, 3D forged, 5 patented technologies, 12°, 350 mm
STEM: Tern Andros, adjustable, forged construction, patented technology
HEADSET: Tern Flux by FSA, cartridge bearings, Physis integrated
HANDLEBAR: Tern Sweep, 6061-AL, Tern Andros adapted
GRIPS/BAR TAPE: Ergon
SADDLE: Tern Upright by Velo
SEATPOST: Tern RideEasy Suspension, 34.9 mm, Air cartridge, Preload adjustable
SEATPOST CLAMP: Tern Collar
BRAKES
FRONT BRAKE: Magura MT4, hydraulic disc
REAR BRAKE: Magura MT4, hydraulic disc
BRAKE LEVERS: Magura, hydraulic
BRAKE CABLE & HOUSING: Magura, hydraulic
WHEELS
FRONT HUB: Shimano disc
REAR HUB: Shimano Nexus INTER-5E
SPOKES AND NIPPLES: Stainless steel
RIMS: Kinetix Comp, for disc
TIRES: Schwalbe Big Apple, Performance Line, 55-406, puncture protection, Reflex
TRANSMISSION
SHIFTER(S): Shimano 5 spd.
CRANKSET: Tern NBD custom, Gates CDX CNC machined beltring
CASSETTE/FREEWHEEL: Gates CDX, precision CNC machined cog
CHAIN: Gates Carbon Drive CDX belt
PEDALS: MKS Platform, Tern custom design
SHIFTER CABLE & HOUSING: Shimano
E-SYSTEM
MOTOR: Bosch Performance, 300% Assist, 65 Nm Torque, max speed 25 kph (EU); max speed 20 mph (US)
BATTERY: Bosch PowerPack 500
DISPLAY: Bosch Intuvia, 4 mode selectable, walk assist
RANGE: 51-118 km (32-74 mi)
CHARGER: Bosch Standard Charger
BELLS & WHISTLES
BELL: Aluminum
CHAINGUARD: Tern Custom, full chain cover
KICKSTAND: Ursus, rear mount
LUGGAGE SOCKET: Combo Mount
FRONT LIGHT: Tern Valo Direct, 190 lumens
REAR LIGHT: Herrmans
FENDERS: SplashGuard, stainless hardware
RACK(S): Gaia Rack, 27 kg capacity, Vertical Parking
FRAME LOCK: ABUS, keyed-alike with Bosch battery
Dark Bronze; Blue Grey
The Tern NBD S5i is a welcoming e-bike that’s as easy to ride as it is easy to love. From the moment you hop on, to each gentle pedal you take—everything about the NBD is simply a dream. The secret is in its accommodating design, complemented by handpicked essentials for one superbly comfy ride. Freedom on two wheels this easy? That’s gotta be something to smile about each time you set off on the NBD.
Interested in a Tern that can carry more cargo? Check out the GSD S00.
What Makes it an S5i?
- Bosch Performance Line motor provides up to 65 Nm of torque and 300% support
- Bosch PowerPack 500 powers longer trips, commutes, and journeys
- Gates belt drive for clean, quiet, maintenance-free operation
- Shimano Nexus INTER-5E internal hub
- Magura MT4 hydraulic disc brakes for superior stopping power—even when carrying a passenger and riding fast
NBD Highlights
- Ultra-low 39 cm (15.4”) standover height means gentle, low steps are all that’s required to get on and go
- Ultra-low center of gravity improves balancing and maneuvering when riding with kids through parks and narrow streets
- Fits riders 147 - 190 cm (4'10" - 6'3")
- Gaia Rack is certified to carry up to 27 kg (60 lbs) and works with many child seats
- Proven safe and reliable: frame and fork have undergone the EFBE Tri-Test to the 140 kg (309 lbs) Maximum Gross Vehicle Weight
Tern NBD S5i Specifications
GENERAL INFO
SPEEDS: 1 x 5
WEIGHT: 23.4 kg (51.6 lb)
GEAR INCHES: 34" - 90" (2.75 - 7.22 m)
FOLDING SIZE: 38 × 156 × 79 cm (15 × 61.4 × 31.1 in)
FOLDING TIME: 5 sec
FRAME SIZES: One size
DISTANCE: SEATPOST TO HANDLEBAR: 45 - 52 cm (17.7 - 20.5 in)
DISTANCE: SADDLE TO PEDAL: 70 - 100 cm (27.6 - 39.4 in)
SUGGESTED RIDER HEIGHT: 147 - 190 cm (57.9 - 74.8 in)
MAX GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT: 140 kg (308.6 lb)
MAX RIDER WEIGHT: 120 kg (264.6 lb)
FRAME
FRAME: Tern NBD, 6061-AL, Patented design, EFBE Tri-Test approved: 140 kg
FORK: Tern Tarsus, 6061-AL, hydroformed, EFBE approved: 140 kg
COCKPIT
HANDLEPOST: Tern Physis 3D, 3D forged, 5 patented technologies, 12°, 350 mm
STEM: Tern Andros, adjustable, forged construction, patented technology
HEADSET: Tern Flux by FSA, cartridge bearings, Physis integrated
HANDLEBAR: Tern Sweep, 6061-AL, Tern Andros adapted
GRIPS/BAR TAPE: Ergon
SADDLE: Tern Upright by Velo
SEATPOST: Tern RideEasy Suspension, 34.9 mm, Air cartridge, Preload adjustable
SEATPOST CLAMP: Tern Collar
BRAKES
FRONT BRAKE: Magura MT4, hydraulic disc
REAR BRAKE: Magura MT4, hydraulic disc
BRAKE LEVERS: Magura, hydraulic
BRAKE CABLE & HOUSING: Magura, hydraulic
WHEELS
FRONT HUB: Shimano disc
REAR HUB: Shimano Nexus INTER-5E
SPOKES AND NIPPLES: Stainless steel
RIMS: Kinetix Comp, for disc
TIRES: Schwalbe Big Apple, Performance Line, 55-406, puncture protection, Reflex
TRANSMISSION
SHIFTER(S): Shimano 5 spd.
CRANKSET: Tern NBD custom, Gates CDX CNC machined beltring
CASSETTE/FREEWHEEL: Gates CDX, precision CNC machined cog
CHAIN: Gates Carbon Drive CDX belt
PEDALS: MKS Platform, Tern custom design
SHIFTER CABLE & HOUSING: Shimano
E-SYSTEM
MOTOR: Bosch Performance, 300% Assist, 65 Nm Torque, max speed 25 kph (EU); max speed 20 mph (US)
BATTERY: Bosch PowerPack 500
DISPLAY: Bosch Intuvia, 4 mode selectable, walk assist
RANGE: 51-118 km (32-74 mi)
CHARGER: Bosch Standard Charger
BELLS & WHISTLES
BELL: Aluminum
CHAINGUARD: Tern Custom, full chain cover
KICKSTAND: Ursus, rear mount
LUGGAGE SOCKET: Combo Mount
FRONT LIGHT: Tern Valo Direct, 190 lumens
REAR LIGHT: Herrmans
FENDERS: SplashGuard, stainless hardware
RACK(S): Gaia Rack, 27 kg capacity, Vertical Parking
FRAME LOCK: ABUS, keyed-alike with Bosch battery
Dark Bronze; Blue Grey