Product information E5000
Discover the SHIMANO STEPS E5000 system
SHIMANO STEPS E5000 is our lightest, most silent yet most affordable e-bike system to date. It’s the ultimate in support for urban commutes and daily errands alike. TheSHIMANO STEPS E5000 e-bike system is pre-installed on a wide variety of brands and models, so you’re sure to find your perfect match.
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Motor
Shimano’s lightest motor to date delivers a smooth yet powerful natural riding experience, capable of solidly handling all your daily activities.
- Weighs only 2.5 kg for a light feel and easy handling
- Switch easily between power-assist options
- Up to 200% max support to effortlessly get you anywhere you need to go
- Virtually silent, compact drive unit, so all you notice is its expert support
- Natural riding feeling for pure comfort
- Built to be ridden in all weather conditions
- Every time you stop, auto down-shift is enabled for an easy start (Di2 only)
- Fully automatic shifting option for stress-free riding (Di2 only)
Technical specifications
- With Di2-equipped e-bikes you can opt for fully automatic shifting, when combined with Shimano’s NEXUS Inter-5 e-bike-specific hub or NEXUS Inter-8 hubs. Based on your speed and cadence, the bike automatically shifts to your ideal gearing
- 250 W motor with max torque of 40 Nm, for solid power and acceleration
- Durable square-axle bottom bracket, designed to handle the demands of e-bike riding
- Optimised pedalling efficiency due to its narrowed pedal-to-frame width
- Designed for all weather conditions
- Transmission of power through dedicated chainring
- Compatible with optional chain-retention device
Battery
Extended range Li-Ion battery lasts up to 185 km, giving you the freedom to choose how long you want to ride.
- Supported travel up to 185 km on one charge “Power-assist mode and capacity / travel distance are based on Shimano original test results using an 80 kg cyclist, riding at 23 km/h on a flat road.”
- After 1000 charge cycles, the battery is still going strong
- Quick charging time, so you’re swiftly back out the door
- Sleek, compact design of 418 Wh or 504 Wh down-tube battery for increased options
Technical specifications
- High capacity Li-Ion battery options: 418 and 504 Wh for rear-carrier-mounted (2,550 g), 418 Wh or 504 Wh for external downtube-mounted (2,660 g), and 504 Wh integrated battery (3050 g)
- Fast charging times using EC-E6000 charger
- 504 Wh: 80% of max capacity in 2.5 hours, from 0 to 100% capacity in 5 hours
- 418 Wh: 80% of max capacity in 2 hours, from 0 to 100% capacity in 4 hours
- Holds at least 80% of its max charge after 500 full charges
- Holds at least 60% of its max charge after 1000 full charges
- Built-in charging port – just plug and charge!
Info display
Four unique display options so you’re sure to find the perfect one to fit your specific needs.
- Option 1: Clean-looking, easy-to-read Shimano display to include speed, distance, trip time, clock, gear, estimated range, battery indication, etc.
- Option 2: Via junction, wirelessly connect to a third-party display from Garmin or SIGMA
- Option 3: Via junction, wirelessly connect via Bluetooth to your E-Tube Ride app to save you from carrying around yet another device
- Option 4: “Back to basics” with junction only. LED displays green or red to reflect battery life and support mode
- Wireless customisation and diagnostics using E-Tube app via smartphone
Support settings
Multiple power-assist options to match every ride. Ergonomic switch unit for smooth switching between 3 power-assist modes while riding
Power-assist modes: High, Normal, Eco, Walk
- High: Full support for when you need it most (200% support)
- Normal: Smooth, comfortable support (100% support)
- Eco: Saves battery for those long rides (40% support)
- Walk: Easy to activate, offers a helping hand in pushing the bike (up to 6 km/h)
Technical specifications
- All settings (except Walk) offer support up to 25 km/h
- Left switch unit controls support levels and walk-assist
- Right switch unit for gear-shifting with Di2
- Power and light on/off switch
- Multiple mounting options for a personalized setup
Drivetrain
Stylish drivetrain with reliably smooth shifting experience. Fully integrated, with option of new NEXUS Inter-5E e-bike dedicated internal gear hub.
- Lightweight drivetrain for excellent bike handling
- Fully automatic shifting for increased focus on the road ahead (Di2 only)
- Choose between external or internal gearing to match your preference
- Works with NEXUS Inter-5E e-bike internal gear hub for smooth shifting under high load. The NEXUS Inter-5E layout of the 5 gears perfectly matches higher speeds normally reached by e-bikes
- NEXUS Inter-5E offers up to 263% gear range for tackling all terrains
Technical specifications
- NEXUS Inter-5 is specifically designed to handle all e-bike related stresses, such as strong pedalling forces and smooth shifting under high pressure
- External gear options: Di2 11-speed or Mechanical 9-, 10- or 11-speed
- Drivetrain equipped with chain cover for full leg protection
- Compatible with GATES belt system
- Chainring options: 38 T or 44 T
- Crank length options: 165 mm, 170 mm or 175 mm
- Crank-arm colour options: Black or Silver