New benchmark for cargo e-bikes - YouMo and STEMA develop tiltable superstructure for the XCYC WORK
PRESS RELEASE
Rapperswil, Switzerland and Großenhain, Germany, September 16, 2024
YouMo AG, together with its strategic partner STEMA Metalleichtbau GmbH Großenhain, has developed a superstructure for the cargo e-bike brand XCYC in just two months. This sets a new standard in the cargo e-bike sector and it is designed to make garden maintenance and landscaping even greener and more efficient.
After the innovative prototype of the trailer received a very positive response at this year’s Eurobike, the further development of the product was a priority for YouMo. In just two months, a production-ready version of the superstricture was then developed in collaboration with STEMA, a leading trailer manufacturer. The series production superstructure will be available for purchase from the start of the 2025 season. The series production superstructure will be available for purchase from the start of the 2025 season.
Knut Späte, Managing Director at YouMo, emphasizes: “We are proud that we were able to develop such an innovative product as the tiltable loading platform together with STEMA in such a short time and bring it to series production.”
The trailer is based on system developments used at STEMA in trailer construction. A special feature is that the loading area can be tilted 30 degrees to the right, which makes unloading easier. The tilting mechanism can be operated manually with a handle or an electric screwdriver. The design is very robust and stable due to the
lateral tilting. Patent rights have already been secured.
In addition, three of the four panel walls can be opened. These consist of 2 mm thick
aluminum plates with embedded bolt fasteners, which are shaped into lightweight
profiles. The floor of the superstructure consists of a plastic panel with a hexagonal
core, which is light and dimensionally stable and fulfills the requirements of the area
of application. This type of panel is also in use in the automotive industry.
Overall, the superstructure only weighs 40 kg and is very stable. Optional accessories such as an anti-theft and dust-proof storage box, a ladder rack, tarpaulins and nets, and a sidewall attachment add to its versatility.
Technical data:
Platform dimensions (LxWxH) 1413x996x30
Loading area outside (LxWxH) 1388x972x348
Loading area inside (LxWxH) 1334x918x350
Load volume 0.43m³
The development is a direct response to the high demand for efficient and environmentally friendly solutions in gardening and landscaping.
Martin Schunk, Product Manager at STEMA, explains: “For us, the topic of cargo bikes is a completely new area that we find very exciting and interesting. We think that this solution will have a wide range of applications. “
About YouMo AG
The Swiss cult brand has been producing eCruisers since 2014, which enable relaxed, stylish and emission-free eBiking thanks to their geometry. Comfort and driving pleasure are guaranteed. In addition to its own pedelecs, the company’s range also includes e-bike accessories and e-cargo bikes. Since 2022, the portfolio has also been supplemented by the motor service for Go SwissDrive products. Eight employees work at the headquarters in Rapperswil-Jona.
About STEMA Metalleichtbau GmbH
STEMA is one of the leading German manufacturers of car trailers and transportation solutions. For over 70 years, trailers for the professional and hobby segment as well as for the sports and leisure sector have been manufactured in Großenhain, near Dresden. With around 40,000 car trailers per year, STEMA is now one of the leading manufacturers in Germany. The company also produces around 32,000 flat and high tarpaulins for trailers in its in-house sewing shop.
Press contact
YouMo AG
Knut Späte, Managing Director YouMo AG
Tel.: +41 55 552 05 11
E-Mail: info@youmo.ch
STEMA Metalleichtbau GmbH
Nora Körner, Press Spokeswoman
Riesaer Straße 50
01558 Großenhain
Tel.: +49 1520 9068198
E-Mail: presse@stema.de
