Hercules FUTURA Compact F8 electric bike - 400 or 500 Wh

Description of the Hercules FUTURA Compact F8 Electric Bike

The FUTURA Compact F8 is a compact and high-performance electric bike from the German brand Hercules. With top-of-the-range components (BOSCH motor and battery), its frame is practical as well as solid. It benefits from the neat finishes that one is entitled to expect from a bike made in Germany.

The motor of the Hercules FUTURA Compact F8 deploys a powerful torque of 50 Nm for electric assistance operating up to a speed of 25 km/h . Equipped with a 400 Wh or 500 Wh battery , it will give you a large range of action for a range of 80 to 150 km .

A compact e-bike with a Bosch Central motor

The aluminum frame of the FUTURA Compact F8 allows it a low weight of 23 kg. This model is compact enough to store in an office or apartment.

The strong point of German brand bikes is that they are equipped with premium components. Here we find a BOSCH Active Plus Gen 3 motor in the crankset as well as a removable BOSCH Powerpack battery.

Shifting is smooth using the twist grip Shimano Nexus 8-speed transmission system.

An electric bike for all city trips

In terms of technical components, there are again recognized elements such as the Magura HS22 hydraulic brakes . Perfect for effective and safe braking during your everyday travels.

Very flexible, the Hercules FUTURA Compact F8 is a real urban electric bike. Stability is ensured with 20 or 24 inch wheels and it can support a load of 120 kg.

Your driving comfort is ensured by the presence of a Selle Royale Nuvola and powerful front and rear headlights illuminating up to 40 lumens.

For more information, see the Electric Bike Buying Guide .

Features of the FUTURA Compact F8 Electric Bike

• Maximum speed : 25 km/h
• Autonomy : 80-100 km (400Wh) - 120-150 km (500Wh)
• Motor : 250W Bosch Active Plus central
• Torque: 50Nm
• Battery : 36V 11 Ah (400 Wh) or 36V 13.8 Ah (500 Wh) Li-ion Bosch
• 5 modes: Off (0%), Eco (40%), Tour (100%), Sport (170%) or Turbo (250%).
• Charging time : 5-7 hours
• Wheel size : 20 or 24 inches
• Tyres: Schwalbe Big Apple, 50-507
• Kickstand : yes
• Fork: rigid aluminum
• Drivetrain : Shimano Nexus 8-speed
• Gearshift: Shimano Nexus, Twist Grip
• Brakes : Hydraulic front and rear. Magura HS22
• Lighting: Hercules 40 Lux / Busch&Müller 2C
• Saddle : Selle Royal Nuvola
• Display : Bosch Purion
• Rack: i-Rack, Aluminium, 25 kg max
• Unfolded size : length xx cm, height xx cm, width xx cm
• Folded size : length xx cm, height xx cm, width xx cm
  
• Frame size: open 46 cm
• Maximum load : 120 kg
• Weight : 23.1 kg
• Warranty : 2 years (1 year for the battery)
• Frame colour: Gray or Midnight Blue

Be smart! Get a subsidy for your Hercules Futura Compact F8 electric bike!

Many cities in France subsidize the purchase of electric two-wheelers, mopeds and bicycles. As far as Île-de-France is concerned, with 50% of the purchase price including tax paid for by the City, the subsidy can reach €500 .

Simply complete and submit the grant application and requested documents to your city.

Find all the information on subsidies on our List of electric bike subsidies page.