Whether you're a seasoned rider or just thinking about your first e-bike, or whether you're doing a quick grocery run or setting off on a new adventure with your kid, the NBD will bring a smile to your face.
What Makes it a 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 5-speed internal hub
- Magura MT4 hydraulic disc brakes for superior stopping power—even when carrying a passenger and riding fast
Easy to Ride
The NBD is our most accessible bike yet—you just hop on and go. Maneuvering along streets and paths or through playgrounds and parks is child’s play thanks to a low center of gravity. Riders have maximum control, and the ultra-low stepover height makes getting off and then back on again a breeze—even when taking a kiddo.
Easy to Share
The NBD has an adjustable cockpit that only takes seconds to resize, all without tools. Riders 147 – 190 cm tall (4’10” – 6’3”) comfortably fit the NBD, so it comes ready for the whole family to share.
Easy for Everyone
The NBD puts inclusive design at the forefront. Average-sized, able-bodied folks along with people of many different sizes and abilities can share the fun of riding thanks to the NBD’s accommodating geometry and unique frame design.
As Comfortable as Can Be
With wide, ergonomic grips on swept handlebars, an upright riding position, and a multi-adjustable stem, the NBD is our most comfortable bike. Add wide balloon tires and a suspension seatpost to the mix, and most road vibration becomes a thing of the past.
Built to Last
Our philosophy is to keep our bikes on the road for as long as possible, not to create disposable products that are built to fail. We start with intentional design choices that make the bike serviceable and safe—and end up with a reliable vehicle you can use day in, day out. Then, we back it up with great local service and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
Tough and Tested
EFBE Prüftechnik GmbH, one of Europe’s leading bicycle testing labs, put the NBD through its paces to prove the frame and fork can handle the 140 kg (308 lb) mass gross vehicle weight ride after ride.
UL Tested and Certified

The NBD's Bosch motor system and battery are UL-2849 certified. They've been carefully tested for safety against potential hazards.
Built and Assembled by Expert
Your NBD is carefully built by certified Tern Dealers who will run through a thorough pre-delivery safety checklist before handing over your new bike.
Easy to Transport
The NBD’s FlatFold feature makes it easy to fit the bike into trains, buses, RVs, and even small-sized cars. Just lower the seatpost, fold down the Physis Handlepost, and the NBD transforms into a low and flat package. No bike racks necessary.
Easy to Store
The NBD parks and rolls vertically, so it’s easy to store safely indoors. Roll it vertically into elevators or conveniently park it just about anywhere in your home or office.
MOTOR | Bosch Performance, 300% Assist, 65 Nm Torque, max speed 25 kph (EU); max speed 20 mph (US) |
BATTERY | Bosch PowerPack 500 |
FRAME STYLE | Up-right step thru |
FRAME | Tern NBD, 6061-AL, Patented design, EFBE Tri-Test approved: 140 kg |
FORK | Tern Tarsus, 6061-AL, hydroformed, EFBE approved: 140 kg |
REAR SHOCK | NA |
STEM | Tern Andros, adjustable, forged construction, patented technology |
HANDLEBAR | Tern Sweep, 6061-AL, Tern Andros adapted |
CONSOLE | Bosch Intuvia, 4 mode selectable, walk assist |
SADDLE | Tern Upright by Velo |
SEATPOST | Tern RideEasy Suspension, 34.9 mm, Air cartridge, Preload adjustable |
BRAKES | Magura MT4, hydraulic disc |
RIMS | Kinetix Comp, for disc |
TIRES | Schwalbe Big Apple, Performance Line, 55-406, puncture protection, Reflex |
REAR DERAILLEUR | Shimano 5 speed |
SPEEDS | 5 speed |
SHIFTER | Shimano |
CRANKSET | Tern NBD custom, Gates CDX CNC machined beltring |
CASSETTE | Gates CDX, precision CNC machined cog |
PEDALS | MKS Platform, Tern custom design |
LIGHTS | Tern Valo Direct, 190 lumens |
FENDERS | SplashGuard, stainless hardware |
RACK | Gaia Rack, 27 kg capacity, Vertical Parking |
KICKSTAND | Ursus, rear mount |
OTHER | Fits riders 147 - 190 cm (4'10" - 6'3") Max Gross Vehicle Weight: 309lb. |
NOTE | images and specifications subject to change, errors, and omissions |