Today, many bicycle manufacturers prefer maintenance-free, easy-to-handle timing belt for their bikes instead of a chain. What was previously the feature of premium bikes will be available for entry-level models, too. At Eurobike 2015, Continental will launch a new eco- version to complement its belt-drive system Conti Drive System (CDS) premium. At Eurobike, some 30 manufacturers will be exhibiting bicycles equipped with the Conti Drive System.
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For the belt sprockets of the CDS eco version, Continental is using a newly developed, synthetic material combination of high-quality plastic, which makes it lighter and more durable. The front belt sprocket is made entirely of high-quality plastic, the smaller rear belt sprocket uses a special patented material combination of plastic and stainless steel that reduces abrasion.
“CDS eco is therefore positioning itself alongside the CDS premium as a cheaper entry-level variant so that it can offer bike concepts featuring a belt instead of a chain in the budget segment, too,” says Regina Arning, who is in charge of drive systems for bicycles, e-bikes, and pedelecs at Continental’s division ContiTech.
