CENTURION Bikes 2014 - english version

Bikes 2014

Often I think that bicycles should have been available for long on prescription 

– where else can the side effects of something which supports the health be rated 

as positive? As to me, in any case, a slight burning in my muscles after a liberating 

tour is not negative in any sense – and I do not have to consult my doctor or 

pharmacist at first… 

Cycling creates a balance within the body itself and with nature as well. It guards us 

against an otherwise impending burnout via a healthy workout. En route, we meet 

interesting new people and thus do enjoy our spare time in nature together with 

others. And first of all, we set ourselves new goals again and again. Fortunately, 

bikers are always able to decide themselves which dose of this “athletic medicine” 

is good for them: A tiny stimulation gives us a boost while a too demanding challenge 

can spoil the fun sometimes. In other words: For some bikers, just a short 

trip to a forest cafe can indeed be as satisfactory and enjoyable as a terrific “Tour 

des Grandes Alpes” for others. 

One of my personal favourites is the Camino de Santiago with its many variations. 

The northern route along the Atlantic Ocean challenges the one’s constitution with 

numerous ascents while rewarding the rider with awe-inspiring sea views again 

and again. From Sevilla, the Via de la Plata (Silver Way) leads to Santiago de Compostela 

in the far north of the Iberian Peninsula. En route, it passes towns and cities 

like Cacéres, Salamanca or Merida with its many ancient remains – the Romans 

seem to have left just yesterday. 

This year, I followed the Caminho Português by MTB this year together with my 

chap Reimund Dietzen. Starting in Lisbon, we had to master a total of 900 km – at 

first quite dusty but getting all the more idyllic and greener towards the end. Yes, 

and the athletic experience ruled again: In the evenings, our muscles were burning. 

Nature does not 

have to strive to be 

meaningful. 

It is meaningful. 

But nevertheless – or perhaps for that very reason? – that tour was exactly the right 

decision after all those busy Eurobike preparations and bike-show days. As our 

destination, the Cathedral of Santiago outshined all tour stages and made all physical 

efforts a minor matter. In addition, it opened our awareness for the personal 

encounters along our pilgrimage route: One day, we met two road racers from the 

Allgäu – a very young one, the other one much older. With sparkling eyes, the latter 

let out his age: 76 years! So we decided spontaneously to repeat the pilgrimage in 

a few years’ time and then look as healthy and athletic as our new friend! 

All this is enabled by the bicycle – or rather by the one in the saddle of a good 

bicycle. The rider defines her/his goals, pedals, pilots and achieves them in the 

end – only to set new and exceeding goals immediately afterwards. That’s how it 

runs in the course of a fulfilled and healthy life. Nothing could be more attractive 

or meaningful. 

With this in mind, 

Wolfgang Renner 

Robert Walser, 1878 - 1956

6 Fascination of Cycling 

8 TEAM CENTURION VAUDE 

10 Design, Research & Development 

124 

Technologies 

86 

12 Carbon Technology 

16 Float Link & Virtual Pivot Point 

18 E-Bikes 

20 System Comparison 26 / 27.5 / 29 Inch 

22 Backfire Fit 

23 EVE Lady Bikes 

44 

70 12 

Full Suspension 

26 Overview Full Suspension 

28 29er Marathon / Tour 

30 Numinis Carbon Ultimate Race.29 

31 Numinis Carbon Ultimate 3.29 

Numinis Ultimate 2.29 

32 Numinis 800.29 

34 27.5 All Mountain 

36 No Pogo Ultimate 2.27 

37 No Pogo 800.27 

104 

24 

52 

38 Enduro 

40 Trailbanger Ultimate 2 

41 Trailbanger 800 

Hardtails 

42 Overview Hardtails 

108 

60 

34 

44 29er Cross-Country / Marathon 

46 Backfire Carbon Ultimate Race.29 

47 Backfire Carbon Ultimate 3.29 

Backfire Carbon Ultimate 2.29 


Backfire Ultimate 3.29 

49 Backfire Ultimate 2.29 


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50 Backfire 800.29 

Backfire 600.29 



52 27.5 Cross-Country / Marathon 

54 Backfire Carbon Ultimate Race.27 





57 Backfire Ultimate 2.27 





60 Cross-Country 

62 Backfire 100 



Backfire 30 /-EQ 

66 Comfort 

68 Backfire Fit 400 

69 Backfire Fit 50 /-Lady 

Backfire Fit 30 /-Lady 

70 Lady Bikes 

72 EVE 600.29 

73 EVE 400.29 

EVE 100.29 

74 EVE 100 

75 EVE 50 

EVE 30 

Urban & Country 

84 Overview Urban & Country 

86 Cross Line 

88 Cross Line Ultimate /-Lady 

89 Cross Line 800 /-Lady 

90 Cross Line 600 EQ /-Lady 

Cross Line 600 /-Lady 


92 Cross Line 100 EQ /-Lady 



Cross Line 30 /-Lady 

96 Cyclo Cross 

98 Cyclo Cross 4000 

99 Cyclo Cross 3000 

Cyclo Cross 2000 

100 Fitness 

102 Cross Speed 2000 

103 Cross Speed 1000 / -Lady 

Cross Speed 500 / -Lady 

104 Urban 

106 City Speed 1 

107 City Speed 8 

City Speed 8 Lady 

Road 

E-Bikes 

118 Sport 

E-Fire Sport 400A DX EQ 

E-Fire Sport 410 DX 

E-Fire Sport 400A EQ 

E-Fire Sport 400 EQ 


E-Fire Sport 410 




119 Tour 

E-Fire Tour 400A DX EQ 

E-Fire Tour 410 DX 

E-Fire Tour 400A EQ 

E-Fire Tour 400 EQ 


E-Fire Tour 410 




120 City 

E-Co 400A EQ 

E-Co 400 EQ 

E-Co 410 EQ 

E-Co 308 Coaster EQ 

E-Co 308 EQ 

121 MTB 

Backfire E Ultimate.29 / 27 

Backfire E 600.29 / 27 

116 

76 Youth & Kids 

78 R’Bock Ultimate 24 Race 

R’Bock 24 

79 R’Bock 20 Shox 

R’Bock 20 

80 R’Bock 16.3 

R’Bock 16 

81 R’Bock 12 

R’Bock 12 Walk 

110 Gigadrive / Hyperdrive 

112 Gigadrive 4200 Di2 

113 Gigadrive 4200 

Hyperdrive 4200 

114 Hyperdrive 2000 

124 Bike-Wear & Accessoires 

128 Zillertal Tourismus 

130 Schwarzwald Tourismus 

132 Hubert Schwarz 

DIRO 

133 Bicycle Holidays Max Hürzeler 

Seeberger 

Vaude 

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134 Geometries 

Index 

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The fascination 

of cycling 

Do just enjoy 

what you want 

lei·sure time [‘leʒəʳ taɪm]: time during which someone does 

not have to work and has no special obligations; time free for hobbies 

or recreation. Since the German standard dictionary Duden 

has included the definition of “leisure time” for the very first time in 

1929, the social recognition has changed very much. Especially 

the individual recognition of this “freely available time” seems to 

worsen: More and more, we seem to be bound by obligatory 

work processes while there is less and less time left for any funproviding 

activities. 

As a German bike manufacturer with a company history of now 

almost 40 years, CENTURION has been feeling right from the outset 

a traditional obligation for exactly this leisure time which is a 

true treasure of our society. Right from the beginning, our bikes 

have never been just pure pieces of sports equipment but also 

and anyway especially providers of fun. That’s why the CENTU- 

RION brand portfolio has been extended again and again: In MY 

2014, it ranges from trainer bikes for kids up to an enormous lineup 

of 25 e-bike models. Thus it enables each bike enthusiast to 

discover the personally perfect bike. 

CENTURION’s quite long history began in 1976 when company 

founder Wolfgang Renner laid the foundation stone for the brand 

with the first road bike models. Not only as a successful artistic, 

road and cyclo-cross rider himself but especially as an extremely 

curious explorer, he quickly aimed his pioneering spirit at up to 

then unknown options. Already in 1979, Wolfgang Renner helped 

to establish the US trend sport “BMX” successfully when he then 

acted as a mainspring for the German Cycling Association. And 

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The fascination of cycling

only three years later, he took the (not only for CENTURION) so 

far most effective step in Germany’s contemporary bike history: 

From a trip to the USA, Wolfgang Renner brought back the brilliant 

idea to open the there emerging MTB scene also for the 

German local market. But instead of just importing US bikes, the 

mastermind behind CENTURION indeed created with the model 

“Country” (1982) an own German archetype of the MTB – with 

this, a new great bike generation did celebrate its premiere. 

The rest is literally history: CENTURION has been continuing the 

step-by-step refinement of the MTB. Not least because Wolfgang 

Renner himself gathered new knowledge for MTB improvement 

again and again during his legendary travels (e. g. through Tibet): 

Until today, modern MTB riders owe for instance the CENTURION 

model “No Pogo” (introduced 1993) the awareness that full-suspension 

MTBs only provide real riding fun when drivetrain influences 

do not result in annoying chassis “pogo” any more as it had 

once been for a rather long time. In all those years, CENTURION 

“just besides” introduced the very first trekking bike, developed 

road and TT machines, opened the own product portfolio also for 

young kids and last not least entered the sustainably worthwhile 

e-bike market with a very strong presence. But always without 

forgetting each individual rider and her/his ambition to experience 

as much fun and joy in the saddle as possible. 

Wolfgang Renner 

Company Founder CENTURION 

The bike has been my companion 

since my earliest days. Either as a 

sports device in my youth, as a 

co-explorer on my travels e. g. 

through Tibet and across the 

Alps or today as the base for new 

athletic challenges again and again 

– so I can say: The fascination of 

cycling fulfils my life. 

The fascination of cycling 

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TEAM 

CENTURION VAUDE 

Fun on the collective 

way to success 

team·work [‘ti:mwɜ:k]: product of a collective effort. It is by no 

means a matter of course that a bike brand promotes the respective 

competitive sport. We at CENTURION, however, are most certainly 

convinced that our specific sponsoring of the TEAM CEN- 

TURION VAUDE is an extremely good idea for several reasons. 

On the one hand, we really enjoy supporting ambitioned athletes 

whose successes result from tireless and tiring efforts. Unfortunately, 

to train hard without any excuses over long weeks or 

months is not rewarded all too often: Many athletes begin their 

personal winter break with numerous rankings below the podium 

sphere – and it is certainly and especially annoying when the own 

fitness level may have been sufficient in contrast to the insufficient 

material utilized. The five protagonists of the TEAM CENTURION 

VAUDE ride our Twentyniner hardtail Backfire Carbon Ultimate 

Race.29. After Markus Kaufmann’s triumph in the German National 

Marathon Championships 2012, the team’s working tool 

has impressively proved its excellent suitability for competitions 

by helping to win the prestigious BIKE Transalp racing event just 

one year later. For Season 2014, the frame weight of the top-ofthe-line 

model from our carbon hardtail series has been reduced 

by another 80 g. Therefore this bike is undoubtedly a top recommendation 

for further trophy hunts. 

But on the other hand, supporting a racing team successfully 

means of course more than “just” the intention to be successful: 

From the experiences of our athletes, we gather highly valuable 

knowledge for the refinement of our bikes as well as for fundamental 

approaches to completely new constructions. That’s why CEN- 

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TEAM CENTURION VAUDE

TURION has decided for a concept which is absolutely unique all 

over Germany: Hannes Genze who is one of the most experienced 

racers of the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE also brings in his knowledge 

as an engineer for our R & D department – racing and bike 

development can not be connected more closely to each other. 

Finally, this constellation is not only a benefit for the Marathon experts 

of our team but of course also for you as a CENTURION customer: 

Assured, the concentrated knowledge is completely and 

directly used in our work on our “non-racers” as well. 

All in all, this might at first sound very performance-related and 

especially result-oriented. But the relationship between the TEAM 

CENTURION VAUDE and us as the material sponsor represents 

definitely much more than just the collective work on products 

and successes. After now three shared years, it becomes more 

and more evident that the team sees itself as a family welcoming 

everyone who works for the common objective. Therefore the 

TEAM CENTURION VAUDE realizes its “teamwork” literally as a 

collective effort and thereby creates a “team around the team”. 

Hereby, CENTURION wants to thank all members of the TEAM 

CENTURION VAUDE for this mutual experience – we are gladly 

looking forward to a collective Season 2014! 

Richard Dämpfle 

Team Manager 

Its markedly familiar character 

distinguishes the TEAM 

CENTURION VAUDE from other 

bike squads. It is self-evident that 

we do strive for athletic success 

– but we are not interested in 

enforcing it. That’s why we are 

able to preserve something which 

competitive sports unfortunately 

lack all too often: fun. 

TEAM CENTURION VAUDE 

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Design, Research 

& Development 

Perfectly adapted 

to a new bike 

the splits [ðə splɪts]: artistic figure during which the legs are 

stretched out in opposite directions to create a horizontal line. 

For some items, a good look is sufficient. A floor lamp, for example, 

is considered to be a good one when it just does not topple 

over and can be lightened with an internal bulb. Anything additional 

is pure design… Other objects must be perfectly functional 

in the first instance while an attractive visual appearance is just 

an additional benefit. For example, the form of a bike is roughly 

predetermined while its function (depending on the category) is 

already defined clearly. But we at CENTURION are deeply convinced 

that function and design have to go hand in hand – to 

ensure that your bike provides maximum fun already at the very 

first crank turn. Concerning this, we deliberately dare this kind 

of the splits repeatedly. And we are rewarded for doing so: With 

reliable regularity, CENTURION is honoured with design awards 

and convincing tests results in bike magazines. Both mean an 

accolade for our efforts in any respect. For instance, the “BIKE” 

magazine awarded our Backfire Carbon Ultimate Race.27 with 

the top evaluation “super” (BIKE 10/2013) already after its very 

first individual test – an obvious signal that our new elegant star 

in the 27.5“ carbon hardtail sky is a true highlight of Season 2014. 

In this context, all our designers and R & D experts attach great 

importance to the fact that this combination of exciting look and 

impeccable functionality must not be a basic question of money: 

Already in the beginner segment, CENTURION utilizes materials 

and production technologies which guarantee reliable riding fun 

for years. For instance, already our “Eco” and “Basic” aluminium 

frames consist of a 6061 alloy which combines a low weight on 

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Design, Research & Development

the one hand with very convincing stiffness data on the other. 

And thanks to the high-pressure “Technoforming System”, single 

frame tubes get specific shapes which harmonize form and function 

optimally with regard to the respective field of application. Exciting 

designs are therefore found in all CENTURION price ranges. 

To ensure that you can still enjoy your CENTURION even after a 

long period of demanding cycling, we attach great importance 

to controls relevant for the safety and quality of our bikes. One 

essential requirement is that we accept only R & D partners working 

reliably in full accordance with our specifications. In addition, 

each concept is checked meticulously until completion – with 

the help of external experts as well as on our own in-house test 

benches which are compliant to the strict “tour” standard. Simultaneously, 

international norms and guideline values must be fulfilled 

and even be surpassed in most cases. 

“Just besides“ all this function and quality, CENTURION bikes repeatedly 

manage to look outstandingly beautiful. This is attested 

by numerous awards such as the international design prize “Focus 

Open” which was won in Silver by our pedelec E-Fire (2011) and 

by our Backfire Carbon Ultimate 3.29 (2012). We think that this 

is all right with you, isn’t it – or is there any argument against the 

perfected combination of visual appearance and performance? 

Matthias Fingerle 

Head of R&D at CENTURION 

High technical development 

demands can only be transported 

optimally by equally sophisticated 

designs. That’s why the designers 

and engineers at CENTURION 

work at eye level with each other 

from the outset. 

Design, Research & Development 

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Carbon Technology 

The black gold for 

bikers and road racers 

fas·ci·na·tion [fæsɪ’neɪʃən]: appealing, captivating effect; 

adorable charisma, attractiveness. Since the bicycle has started 

its continuous triumph in our society at the end of the 19th century, 

especially its construction and the raw materials primarily used 

have changed with a lasting effect. While the very first bikes still 

were real steel monsters, modern versions are preferably made of 

light aluminium alloys – or of carbon. Just the sheer sound of this 

famous word is often enough to raise the attention of bike enthusiasts. 

Because the latter know all too well that this fascinating 

and cutting-edge raw material offers almost unlimited possibilities 

with regard to frame construction and frame design. 

But basically, it is wrong to describe carbon as a raw material: the 

technically correct term would be “carbon-fibre reinforced plastic”. 

Because the “black gold” is a highly complex mixture of all 

those carbon fibres, special resins (the so-called “matrix“) and 

especially its developers’ comprehensive experience. When we 

look at the sophisticated structure of individual frame sections, 

carbon fibres with different characteristics and alignment concepts 

can be observed – purposefully integrated into the special 

matrix to provide the respective frame section with its specific 

characteristics. One example: A bottom bracket as the maximally 

stiff transformation point of the rider’s pedal power has a different 

structure and therefore a different character in comparison to e. g. 

seat or chain stays which have to offer stiffness as well as enough 

flexibility for cutiing-edge rearstay comfort. 

As one of the first bike brands, CENTURION has already recognized 

the advantages of carbon very early: Fascinating lightness, 

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Elegant function 

Carbon is a real blessing 

– equally for developers, 

designers and of course 

definitely for you as an 

enthused biker. Because 

besides its unrivalled 

lightness, carbon offers 

inestimable advantages with 

regard to functional shaping. 

Whenever a special frame 

part is due to be designed to 

perform its specific duty as 

beautifully as possible, the 

fibre composite material is a 

highly regarded partner. 

unrivalled options with regard to frame design and hence a very 

special predestination to realize the technically different demands 

of a bike frame optimally at the construction’s individual sections. 

Thus carbon bikes are an inherent part of the CENTURION product 

program also in MY 2014. 

Especially road racers can look forward to a true carbon highlight 

for the new season: The Gigadrive has been revised completely 

and presents itself for 2014 as a clearly identifiable CENTURION 

with several technical finesses. With only 1050 g (at frame height 

56 cm), the new frame offers the typical lightness of carbon – but 

without touching the limits of lightweight constructions with all 

their imponderables. Internal routing of all cables and wires (suitable 

for mechanical as well as for electronic shifting components) 

speaks the language of the future. The special concept of the 

new Gigadrive ensures that the BB and headtube sections combine 

– due to maximal stiffness data – sportive propulsion and 

top-level tracking precision with the cutting-edge comfort of slim 

rear stays, actively supported by the suitability for tyre widths up 

to 28 mm. Thus the Gigadrive is a sportive sprinter as well as a 

long-distance partner in equal measure. 

But not only fans of slim tyres are completely convinced by carbon: 

Also passionate MTB riders – hardtail as well as fully pilots 

– clearly benefit from the outstanding characteristics of hightech 

carbon models. Especially the total weight of a bike which 

is designed for mastering even the steepest uphills successfully 

can never be low enough. Our brand-new 27.5” hardtail Backfire 

Carbon.27, the Transalp winner bike Backfire Carbon.29 and › 

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the 29” fully Numinis Carbon.29 even three times satisfy wishes 

for carbon. 

With outstanding 950 g (at frame height 46 cm), the scales level 

off already early in the case of our new racing hardtail Backfire 

Carbon.27 – excellent data for a frame of the new wheelset size. 

All the more pleasant: The postulate for modern features such as 

internal cable routing or a 12 mm thru-axle at the rear is fulfilled 

very impressively. Due to CENTURION’s typically tapered steerer, 

the carbon racer convinces with top-level steering precision. Due 

to the broad connection with High Direct Mount derailleur, the 

bottom bracket presents itself equally stiff and thus propulsionorientated. 

On the other hand, comfort rules at the rearstay: Thin 

stays, a brake mount relocated into the rear frame triangle and a 

slim seat tube for a 27.2 mm seat post caress the athlete’s backside. 

The two Twentyniners of CENTURION MY 2014 have been re-engineered 

partially: The frame weight of the racing hardtail Backfire 

Carbon.29 has been reduced by 80 g – certainly one of the factors 

which made this bike the fastest machine at the 2013 version 

of the legendary BIKE Transalp. And our already completely convincing 

tour fully Numinis Carbon.29 transfers its well-proven 12 

mm rear thru-axle to the aluminium equivalents of the series – for 

even more stiffness and considerably simplified wheel change. 

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Incredibly versatile 

Besides the design aspect, 

especially the versatility of 

the raw material makes carbon 

frames so fascinating. 

Depending on the respective 

alignment concepts which 

connect the single carbon 

fibres at certain positions, 

different load profiles occur. 

The impressive versatility of 

the black gold is attested by 

the very different functions 

of for example a rearstay 

rocker link, or of an intelligently 

integrated derailleur 

hanger or of a supported 

top tube construction (e. g. 

at our carbon fully Numinis 

Carbon). 

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Float Link & 

Virtual Pivot Point 

The best solution 

for each task 

chas·sis [ʃæsi]: the total of a vehicle’s front and rear axle components 

which provide guidance and suspension while connecting 

the wheels to the vehicle. There are a lot of different factors 

which determine if a fully functions optimally and offers its pilot the 

performance she/he expects from her/his MTB with front and rear 

suspension. At the same time, the respectively selected chassis 

system itself influences several aspects – therefore the chassis 

always plays a key role. For MY 2014, CENTURION equips the 

models Numinis.29 and No Pogo.27 with the excellent “Float” 

system which is a so-called “supported single-pivot construction”. 

On the other hand, our Trailbanger features a “Virtual Pivot 

Point” (VPP) – the question is why? 

No matter which rearstay solution is selected by a bike engineer: 

Inevitably, an R&D expert has to consider some advantages of 

a certain system as more important than those of a rivalling one 

– and must therefore accept instantaneously that other aspects 

fade into the background. This understanding with regard to 

technical realization is of crucial importance for the answer to the 

question which solution might be the best one for full-suspension 

bikes. Clear answer: Each and none. Because as less as there is 

the MTB, the situation does not exist for MTB riders. Therefore 

the task always is to find the optimum compromise – but to realize 

this compromise finally in a no-compromise way and without any 

technical deficits. 

For 2014, our All-Mountain bike No Pogo has been upgraded 

from 26“ to the new wheelset standard of 27.5“. It is a ideal example 

to understand the decision process for a certain MTB 

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Technology

Hannes Genze, 

CENTURION R&D Engineer 

Fully is not equal to fully – depending on 

demand and field of application, 

different solutions for an optimal chassis 

are required. At CENTURION, long 

and extensive tests reveal which option 

achieves the best result for the biker 

finally. 

chassis system: So far, the No Pogo (like the 160 mm Enduro 

model Trailbanger) was a quad-pivot construction with virtual 

pivot point. Greatest advantage of this concept: An always active 

chassis which does not get rigid even with pulled rear brake 

while keeping highly sensible surface contact. Especially Enduro 

pilots trust in this advantage during tough downhills with many 

obstacles. But the No Pogo’s transformation to the new wheelset 

size of 27.5” was inevitably connected with a higher weight – not 

very desirable for a bike which (in contrast to an Enduro) wants 

to convince totally also in every uphill situation. Thus the task for 

the CENTURION R&D department was to revise the chassis if 

necessary and to achieve a weight reduction in the first instance. 

In spite of slight sacrifices regarding braking neutrality, a supported 

single-pivot rearstay basically performs as convincingly as 

a VPP system while saving a perceptible amount of weight. Thus 

this concept was tested as one of several options in the new No 

Pogo.27 – finally with success. Because as an All-Mountain bike, 

the No Pogo.27 is allowed to have slightly less braking neutrality 

since it is moved less often on typical Enduro terrain. But simultaneously, 

it wants to be pedalled considerably more often – mainly 

in uphill direction. 

The main difference between the functional concepts of the two 

systems is also the eponym of the Virtual Pivot Point: The rear 

wheel of a supported single-pivot construction always rotates 

around the same point – thus the rearstay follows a circular path 

during deflection. In contrast, a VPP system revolves around a 

moving virtual pivot point whose curve can be defined by the developer. 

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A true support 

for your hobby 

mo·bil·ity guar·an·tee [mə(ʊ)’bɪləti gærən’ti:]: guarantee 

which […] ensures the further movement of the respective person. 

Since the subject “e-bike“ entered the awareness of our society 

a few years ago, much has happened: More and more people 

trust in the sustainable mobility of the “supported” bikes whose 

refinement is advancing constantly – a fact which, frankly speaking, 

is of great delight for us! Not because CENTURION as an 

experienced bike manufacturer may take benefit from this positive 

development – but because we are completely convinced that it is 

indisputably crucial to continue this trend and to integrate e-bikes 

even stronger and stronger into our everyday life: It remains a fact 

that rethinking with regard to the use of fossil fuels is utterly essential 

for survival. And the more intelligently this way is followed, 

the better it is for mankind and nature. 

Thus CENTURION announces and presents several sophisticated 

e-bike novelties also for MY 2014: Besides the completely 

new E-Fire Tour, our well-proven models E-Fire and E-Co have 

been revised. And the E-MTB Backfire E.29 benefits as well from 

the additional innovations which are supplied by the German drivetrain 

specialist Bosch for MY 2014. 

The CENTURION e-bike program for the new season includes 

a total of 25 pedelec variants basing on four different models. 

Our R&D experts have successfully improved the already established 

E-Fire Sport and the low-entry version E-Co: A new down 

tube provides even more effective protection of the intelligently 

integrated cables and wires while a now tapered head tube (increasing 

from 1 1/8” at the top to 1.5” at the bottom) enhances 

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Powerful, dynamic, elegant 

In MY 2014, not only the new 

E-Fire Tour is an enrichment 

in the range of CENTURION’s 

product program of modern 

pedelecs: In addition, the 

drivetrain specialists at Bosch 

have again improved their 

already outstanding midengine 

concept perceptibly. 

First of all, the new drivetrain 

unit clearly convinces with 

even more sensitive control 

electronics. Also remarkable: 

Bosch now delights with a 

distinctively more integrative 

design. 

the steerer’s stiffness. The new dropouts offer not only improved 

and easier adjustment but also enable drivetrain concepts with 

coaster brakes for the very first time now. In addition, the E-Fire 

Sport’s innovative two-piece top tube has been modified slightly: 

The clever storage compartment is now at disposal with improved 

functionality. The model “Tour” is completely new as a symbiosis 

of our racy E-Fire Sport and the low-entry bike E-Co: Its front 

frame triangle arises from the “Sport” frame but features a (by 

3 cm) shorter seat tube and a top tube which is attached in a 

considerably lower position. In connection with the E-Co’s rear 

section, the new E-Fire combines sportiness and comfort in a 

quite impressive way. 

All CENTURION pedelecs of MY 2014 (incl. the E-MTB Backfire 

E.29) share the new Bosch drivetrain components. From now on, 

e-bike fans can choose between the economically optimized “Active 

Line” and the decidedly sporting “Performance Line”. Both 

versions still feature three highly sensitive sensors. But thanks to 

an upgrade (now 1000 measurements per second), these sensors 

allow an even more precise adaption to the rider’s individual 

demands in the new season. Due to the newly integrated transmission 

at the drive pinion, the so-called chain engagement could 

be reduced for the benefit of a higher reliability of the overall system. 

Re-engineered accumulators and battery chargers complement 

the Bosch drivetrain in MY 2014. 

All e-bike models are presented on page 116 ff or in our all new 

E-Bike catalogue 2014. 

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Classic 26“, brand-new 27.5” or successfully established 29”? 

MTB riders can select between three wheelset sizes. This might 

appear confusing at the very first sight only – but then a closer look 

reveals many possibilities. CENTURION explains how the three aspects 

“weight”, “overrun performance” and “traction/grip” define 

the character of a wheelset – and which compromise a particular 

biker should choose for her or his requirements. 

System Comparison 

26 / 27.5 / 29 Inch 

+ 5 % + 12 % 

Weight 

Due to the fact that MTB pilots cycle on hilly or mountainous terrain, 

the weight generally plays a key role. According to the laws of 

physics, the wheelset has a great importance as a rotating mass 

which must be accelerated again and again with each crank revolution. 

Therefore: The lighter, the better. While 29” wheels are about 

12 % heavier than 26” versions of comparable quality, 27.5” variants 

put just about 5 % more on the scales. As a basic principle, a 

26” wheel of the same quality will ever be the lightest option. But: 

Already 27.5” models offer other advantages (see right) at an extra 

but hardly perceptible weight. And Twentyniners convince with 

benefits which are achievable neither by 26” nor by 27.5” wheels 

while offsetting the additional wheelset weight under certain conditions 

– depending on the field of application. The more a better 

rolling performance and an increased traction/grip are required, 

the more likely 29” are recommended. The more emphasis is put 

on weight and acceleration, the smaller a wheelset is selected. 

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Technology

- 4 % - 6 % 

8 cm 6 cm 9 cm 

Overrun Performance 

If or roots or rocks or ledges: Off the paved road, an MTB rider 

faces quite a number of different challenges which have to be 

mastered by bike. A wheelset’s overrun performance at such obstacles 

is significantly defined by its diameter and the utilized air 

pressure. The rule of thumb in this case: The bigger a wheelset is, 

the more “unimpressed” is its behaviour when rolling over roots 

and other obstacles. And: The bigger a wheelset is, the lower is 

the possible air pressure at identical rider weight. In turn, a lower 

air pressure means a tyre with better flexing characteristics which 

again results in a better overrun performance. If we consider the 

relative angle in which the different wheelset sizes roll against and 

over hindrances mentioned above, Twentyniners master this task 

with remarkable -6 % in comparison to a 26” version. But already 

the 27.5” wheel does achieve two thirds of this improved performance. 

The more a rider favours smooth overrunning, the bigger 

should be the selected wheelset standard. 

Traction / Grip 

The better the wheel grip, the more safety for the biker. Furthermore: 

Higher grip has the effective result of higher potential 

speeds – really essential for racers. Traction does play an important 

role for MTB riders whose cycling terrain per se offers less 

grip than e. g. asphalt and which equally involves steep uphills 

and downhills. Besides the selected tyre profile, two different 

aspects are important for the best possible grip qualities: The 

footprint (contact area between tyre profile and surface) and the 

chosen air pressure. Concerning the latter: The lower, the more 

grip. At identical rider weight, Twentyniner tyres are utilized with 

about 0.3 to 0.4 bar less; in the case of 27.5” versions, the air 

pressure is reduced by another 0.2 bar. Thus a bigger wheelset 

offers correspondent advantages. The same applies to the footprint 

achieved at identical air pressure. Twentyniners range at the 

top of the respective comparison: They provide a plus of 50 % as 

against to 26”, but already 27.5” result in a bonus of 33 %. 

Technology 

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Backfire Fit 

Fitness for everyone 

These days, “fitness” is an omnipresent term. 

In our times, “being fit” seems to be more desirable 

than ever. Some people even declare the 

MTB as an appropriate instrument for preserving 

fitness in a pleasurable way. Rightly so! But 

what about those who are just standing at the 

beginning of this way? All those who want to get 

“fit” but are still lacking this healthy state at the 

moment? Those riders who do not feel comfortable 

on all too sportive bikes with speedorientated 

geometry, flat cockpit and stretched 

seating position? 

The answer is quite simple and closer as you 

might think: He – or, with pleasure, she – rides a 

genuine “Fit” in form of a CENTURION Backfire 

Fit. And trusts in the thoughtful engineering skills 

of our complete R&D department whose leisure 

time has still not begun after designing, drawing 

and constructing our bikes that are made and 

intended for cyclists with sportive ambitions. 

But a Backfire Fit with its slightly “smoother” 

character does not have to hide behind our athletically 

orientated mountain bikes – definitely 

no chance! This would be noticed immediately! 

Because: The basic concept of our Backfire Fit 

series is to enhance a mountain bike’s “wellness 

factor” while preserving the sportive character. 

To achieve this successfully, we have primarily 

lowered the seating position: Thanks to BB 

lowering by 2 cm and a somewhat flatter seat 

angle, our Fit series has a gentler geometry. Together 

with the slightly longer head tube, this results 

in a seating position which is more upright 

than that of “conventional” mountain bikes – but 

still without geometric analogies to trekking or 

city bikes. Desired side effect: When stopping 

at traffic lights or interesting sights, the rider’s 

feet are able to touch the ground always in time 

and safely – another concession our developers 

have made to the special genes of the Backfire 

Fit series. In addition, getting in and off the saddle 

is comparatively easier thanks to the stronger 

top tube slope towards the seat tube. 

For 2014, CENTURION offers three Backfire Fit 

models – all with special geometry as already 

mentioned, the 30 and 50 model even additionally 

as lady variants with again lower entry concept. 

To ensure that really nothing stands in your 

way to individual fitness any more! 

A Top Tube Length 

Backfire Fit 585 mm 

Backfire 605 mm 

B Top Tube Length 



C BB Lowering 



At frame height 51 cm 

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Technology

EVE Lady Bikes 

An optimal framework 

for female bikers 

Women differ from men in many respects: 

Their cognition and thinking as well as, consequentially, 

their actions and reasoning do follow 

comparatively different patterns. And not only 

since yesterday, we have been knowing that also 

the female anatomy has its very own structure 

– although the latter seems to be basically identical 

to the male version except for all obvious and 

immediately perceptible differences. 

But one essential aspect is shared by men and 

women in an equal measure: The desire to have 

fun! And when “she” or “he” rides a bike for this 

purpose at the latest, it could be assumed that 

both genders follow an identical way to an identical 

destination. But far from it! It is a great mistake 

to think that female and male cyclists are 

able to enjoy the same fun on the same bikes: 

An anatomically different pelvic area requires a 

different seat contact to the bike while narrower 

shoulders call for a correspondingly narrower 

cockpit – in the best case also equipped with 

brake and shifting levers optimally accessible 

also by shorter fingers. All those and many other 

aspects are taken into account by the CEN- 

TURION EVE series. Because in our opinion, a 

genuine “lady line” does not only represent female-orientated 

decoration and colour concepts 

but especially “framework requirements” which 

are literally and consequently tailored to ladyspecific 

demands. Besides the suspension elements 

which are specifically adapted to a lower 

pilot weight, especially the EVE MTB geometry is 

a real eye-catcher: At identical frame height and 

corresponding rearstay dimensions, a shorter 

top tube is complemented by a comparatively 

higher cockpit position. This combination does 

result in a still very sportive but also slightly more 

upright und thus more relaxed seating position. 

In addition, the top tube bend and the BB lowering 

by 5 mm provide safe ground contact for 

female feet at every stop. Very down-to-earth, 

isn’t it? 

Our EVE MTBs also feature tyres with lower rolling 

resistance, together with specifically adapted 

grips and levers as well as shorter saddles with 

broader rear sections. Maximum comfort + maximum 

fun = 100 % CENTURION! 

A Top Tube Length 

EVE 575 mm 


B Head Tube Length 

EVE 140 mm 


C BB Lowering 

EVE 35 mm 


At frame height 46 cm 

Technology 

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Mountain

Numinis.29 

29er Marathon / Tour 

Full Suspension 

Suspension-travel 

specialists for all terrains 

Our Twentyniner fully Numinis.29 embodies MTB touring: It offers 

100 mm travel at the equally sensitive and drivetrain-neutral 

“Float Link” rearstay as well as optimally corresponding 120 mm 

at the lockable suspension fork. With an excellent traction/grip, 

comfort and downhill safety, this model convinces demanding 

bikers from tours through low mountain ranges up to crossings 

of the Alps. Available in different aluminium and carbon versions. 

■ Suspension travel at front / rear: 120 / 100 mm 

■ Fork and rear shock lockable (some models: 

■ lockout from the cockpit) 

■ Brake disc size at front / rear: 180 / 180 mm 

■ Direct-mount derailleur, post-mount brake retainer 

■ Thru-axle diameter at front / rear: 15 / 12 mm 

■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“) 

■ 2 x 10 or 3 x 10 Shimano drivetrain 

■ NEW for 2014: improved cable routing for the rear derailleur 

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Overview Full Suspension

No Pogo 

27.5 All Mountain 

Trailbanger 

Enduro 

Since the No Pogo entered the world’s trails in the 1990s as first 

full-suspension bike without annoying drivetrain influences, it has 

changed a few times – but always without negating its character! 

In MY 2014, the 145 mm AM bike rolls on 27.5” tyres while 

delighting with an equally sensitive and drivetrain-neutral “Float 

Link” rearstay. Modern details such as internal cable routing and 

thru-axles round up the package. 

■ Suspension travel at front / rear: 150 resp. 140 / 145 mm 

■ Fork and rear shock lockable 

■ (some models: lockout from the cockpit) 

■ Lowerable fork 




■ Lowerable seatpost (some models: operable from the cockpit) 


With mighty 160 mm travel at the rear, the only CENTURION 

fully with VPP demonstrates its superb performance especially 

on obstacle-rich and technically most demanding terrain. 

The 170 mm suspension fork guides our Trailbanger with 

a flat steering angle of 67° and underlines this Enduro’s strong 

dowhill ambitions. But due to a steep seating angle of 72.5° 

and a weight just above 14 kg, mastering the counter slope is 

no problem as well. 

■ Suspension travel at front / rear: 170 / 160 mm 

■ Lockable rear shock, lowerable fork 




■ Lowerable seatpost (some models: operable from the cockpit) 

■ 2 x 10 Shimano drivetrain 

■ NEW for 2014: improved cable routing for the rear derailleur 

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Numinis.29 

The perfect tour bike 

in·ter·pre·ta·tion [ɪntɜ:prɪ’teɪʃən]: exegesis, perception, depiction. Especially in recent years, MTBs have experienced 

intense further development and refinement – in perfect accordance with the ever more different and growing 

demands of their riders. In earlier days, there were no discussions about wheelset sizes, suspension travels or tyre 

widths. But today, MTB pilots enjoy an almost unlimited portfolio of great possibilities. As an MTB brand right from 

the start and as an alpine-crossing pioneer, CENTURION knows quite well how to interpret the perfect tour bike. 

MTB riders who tour low mountain ranges or the Alps are very demanding with regard to their material – and rightly 

so: Their bike must definitely be light enough for uphills, has to enable smooth pedalling and must offer reliable grip 

also on steep passages. Playfulness provides fun on “flowy” trails while the downhills benefit from a high directional 

stability. With our Numinis.29, we have created a bike combining all those virtues in the best possible way: Due to 

the essential advantages of a big-wheeled 29er, the 100 mm fully offers superior rolling qualities. Its geometry and 

kinematics satisfy all demands for an equally sensitive and drivetrain-neutral bike. In 2014, the carbon models still 

convince with e. g. a 12 mm thru-axle at the rear while the aluminium variants benefit from an improved cable routing 

for the rear derailleur. The equally convincing setup of the Numinis.29 includes 120 mm front suspension travel, a 

double or triple chainring and generously dimensioned disc brakes – actively supported by modern features such as 

direct-mount derailleurs, post-mount brakes or Pressfit bottom brackets. 

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Numinis Carbon Ult. Race.29 

Frame Numinis-D Carbon 29, Federweg: 120/100 mm Sizes 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Rock Shox SID XX, tapered 15 mm, 120 mm tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) 

Shock DT Swiss X313 Remote LO Chainwheel Shimano XTR, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano XTR Press-Fit BB91 Derailleur front Shimano XTR Derailleur rear Shimano XTR long cage Shifters Shimano XTR 

Brakes Formula R1 Racing 180/180 mm Brake levers Formula R1 Racing Rims Stan´s NoTubes ZTR Crest 29er Hubs DT 240s VR 15 QR / HR 12x142 mm Spokes DT Swiss aerolite Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / 

Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano XTR 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano XTR Handlebar PRC Riser Carbon OS, 680 mm Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Selle Italia SLR Seatpost PRC Carbon, 

31.6 mm Pedals keine 

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29er Marathon / Tour

Numinis Carbon Ultimate 3.29 

Frame Numinis-D Carbon 29, Federweg: 120/100 mm 

Sizes 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) 

Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD Fit Factory 120 Remote LO 

15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF 

(H2128A) Shock Fox Float CTD BV SV Perf. 165 x 38 

mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 38/24T Z. 

BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur 

front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano 

Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano 

Deore XT 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano Deore 

XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires 

Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 

Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. 

Chain Shimano Deore XT Handlebar PRC Riser 

Carbon OS, 680 mm Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle 

Centurion Race II Seatpost PRC Carbon, 31.6 mm 

Pedals keine Weight 11,4 kg 

Numinis Ultimate 2.29 

Frame Numinis-D 29, AL butted, Federweg: 120/100 

mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black 

(white/red) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD O/C Evo. 120 

Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / 

BB-410-SL Shock Fox Float CTD SV Evolution 165 x 

38 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 40/30/22 Z. 




M615 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims 

DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe 

Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold 

Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano 

SLX Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 680 mm Stem 

Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race 

Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 31.6 mm Pedals keine 

Weight 12,9 kg 


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Numinis 800.29 

Frame Numinis-D 29, AL butted, Federweg: 120/100 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour Epicon XC 120 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / 

BB-410-SL Shock Manitou Radium Expert 165 x 38 mm Chainwheel Shimano M622, 40/30/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT 

Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru 15x100 mm / Deore E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT 

Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° 

Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 31.6 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 13,4 kg 

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29er Marathon / Tour


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No Pogo.27 

The timeless classic 

wealth of ex·peri·ence [welθ ɒv ɪk’spɪəriən(t)s]: the total of all experiences someone has made and has at her/ 

his disposal. For a long time, MTBs had neither front nor rear suspension systems. But even with the appearance 

of front suspension forks, the chassis was by no means complete. The problem: The so-called “pogo” (annoying, 

permanent deflection during pedalling) of MTBs with additional rear suspension was so unfavourable that bikers did 

not care about the advantages of the system. But with the “No Pogo” concept, CENTURION as the first German 

manufacturer finally created a really working kinematics in the 1990s. 

Since those days, the No Pogo has been an inherent part of the CENTURION product portfolio. Nevertheless, our 

timeless classic has been refined again and again. For Season 2014, our R&D experts have created another new and 

great generation – this time with 27.5” tyres which are the basis for several exciting highlights. A large suspension 

travel (front / rear 150 / 145 mm) and torsion-resistant, easily operable thru-axle concepts (front / rear 15 / 12 mm) 

make our 2014 No Pogo a genuine downhill fun device. But at the same time, the supported single-pivot construction 

offers a best possible pedalling performance. Thus the character of the current No Pogo still remembers its roots. 

As a result, the 2014 version does present itself as an All-Mountain fully convincing especially during tours with high 

technical demand. The modern interpretation of our timeless classic is also underlined by (mostly) internal cable routing, 

a lowerable seatpost and the choice between a double or a triple chainring. 

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No Pogo Ultimate 2.27 

Frame No Pogo-D 27.5, AL butted, Federweg: 150/145 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color black (white/red) Fork Fox 32 Talas 27.5 CTD Fit Perf. 150-120 15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Shock Fox Float 

CTD SV Evolution 190 x 50 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 38/24T Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shadow+ 

Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano SLX 180 mm Brake levers Shimano SLX Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Charger Pro Tires Schwalbe Nobby Nic Evo Line 27.5*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 

11-36 Z. Chain Shimao SLX Handlebar FSA Afterburner Low Riser, 740 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind Shock LEV DX125 mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals keine Weight 13,2 kg 

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27.5 All Mountain

No Pogo 800.27 

Frame No Pogo-D 27.5, AL butted, Federweg: 150/145 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour Epicon 150 Remote LO 15 QLR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL 

Shock Manitou Radium Expert 190 x 50 mm Chainwheel Shimano M552, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shadow+ Shifters 

Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano M615 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims Alex MD21 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru 15x100 mm/ Deore E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe 

Nobby Nic Perf. Line 27.5*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 710 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind 

Shock Super Natural 125 mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 13,6 kg 


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Enduro 

Trailbanger 

The omnipotent fun rocket 

pow·er pack [paʊəʳ pæk]: machine, device etc with great power, especially a fast motor vehicle with powerful engine. 

No – also in MY 2014, our Trailbanger does not need the support of a motor. But nevertheless, the 160 mm fully 

does remain the “power pack” among the CENTURION bikes. Since its successful market launch, our bike for really 

tough purposes has demonstrated and proved impressively that Enduro is increasingly and rightly interpreted as an 

MTB category which does not exclusively focus on downhill riding any more. 

Of course, also our 2014 Trailbanger is primarily a bike which convinces especially with its downhill performance – 

thanks to mighty 170 mm travel at the front* and 160 mm at the rear section which absorbs any surface bumps quite 

effectively. As a well-engineered quad-pivot construction with “Virtual Pivot Point” (VPP), the chassis utilizes the 

available suspension travel optimally while remaining very sensitive and free of brake influences. At the same time, it 

convinces the Enduro rider with superb pedalling: Even with an unlocked shock, the bobbing tendencies remain minimal. 

Thus our Trailbanger is equally suitable for technically most challenging trails as well as for bike-park adventures. 

New for 2014 is the optimized cable routing for the rear derailleur. Furthermore, there are well-proven configuration 

elements such as thru-axles (front / rear 20 / 12 mm), a large-dimensioned braking system or a lowerable seatpost. 

And with a low weight just over 14 kg**, our Trailbanger underlines its ambition to prevent its pilot virtually from sweating 

also on the counter slope. 

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*Lowerable and lockable (depending on model) **Model version Ultimate 2 (frame height 46 cm)

Trailbanger Ultimate 2 

Frame Trailbanger-D, AL butted, Federweg: 170/160 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color yellow (white/black) Fork Fox 36 Talas 170 RC2 Fit Factory 170-130 20 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Shock Fox 

Float CTD SV BV Factory 200 x 56 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore Double XT, 38/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shadow+ Shifters 

Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Zee 203/180 mm Brake levers Shimano ZEE Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Charger Pro Tires Schwalbe Hans Dampf Evo Line 26*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 

Z. Chain Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar Gravity Light OS Low Riser, 740 mm Stem Gravity Light, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind Shock LEV DX125 mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals keine Weight 14,5 kg 

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Enduro

Trailbanger 800 

Frame Trailbanger-D, AL butted, Federweg: 170/160 mm Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour Durolux 170-130 20 QLC tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Shock 

Manitou Radium Expert 200 x 56 mm Chainwheel Shimano Deore Double, 38/24T Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shadow+ Shifters Shimano Deore XT 

Brakes Shimano M615 203/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims Alex MD-23 Hubs Shimano Zee E-Thru 20x110 mm / Zee E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Hans Dampf Perf. Line 

26*2.35 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 710 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Kind Shock Super Natural 125 

mm travel, 31.6 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 14,9 kg 

Enduro 

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Backfire.29 

29er Cross-Country / Marathon 

Backfire.27 

27.5 Cross-Country / Marathon 

Hardtails 

MTB performance 

in any wheelset size 

The Transalp winner bike of our TEAM 

CENTURION VAUDE! Thanks to their sportive 

geometry, the aluminium versions as well as 

the carbon models convince all MTB riders 

who are looking for a 100 mm hardtail with 

all its advantages: Outstanding rolling performance, 

reliable traction/grip in every situation 

and considerably increased comfort in comparison 

to 26” bikes make Twentyniners the 

long-distance hardtails of the future. 

■ Suspension travel: 100 mm 

■ Suspension fork lockable (some models: 

■ lockout from the cockpit) 


■ resp. 180 / 160 mm* 


■ Carbon models with direct-mount derailleur 

■ and 12 mm thru-axle 

■ Carbon and “Sport” aluminium frames both 

■ with “Press Fit” BB 

■ NEW for 2014: weight reduction by 80 g for 

■ the carbon frame 

■ NEW for 2014: post-mount brake retainer now 

■ also at the “Sport” frame 

The new star in the hardtail sky – thanks to 

27.5”! From Season 2014 on, the perceptible 

advantages of bigger wheels can also be enjoyed 

by all those bikers who were hesitant to 

decide to ride a Twentyniner up to now. Our 

new Backfire.27 opens the fascinating world 

of 27.5” wheels for many eager hardtail fans: 

From the outset, it is available as a technically 

sophisticated aluminium version as well as a 

high-end carbon variant. 



lockout from the cockpit) 


■ “Tapered Steerer“ (increase: 1 1/8“–1.5“)* 

■ Weight of the carbon frame just 950 g (at 

frame height 46 cm) 

■ Internal cable routing (carbon and “Sport” 

frame) plus 12 mm thru-axle (carbon frame) 

■ Exceptionally wide drivetrain selection 

(Shimano, Sram, 9- or 10-speed) 

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Overview Hardtails 

*Depending on model version

Backfire 

Cross-Country 

Backfire FIT 

Comfort 

EVE 

Lady Bikes 

R’Bock 

Youth & Kids 

They are and do still remain the embodiment of 

the MTB: Classic 26” bikes with all the advantages 

of a robust and reliable off-roader. Also in 

Season 2014, CENTURION continues the wellproven 

concept of aluminium starter models and 

has even given it an upgrade: The “EQ” variant 

of our Backfire is excellent for city cycling and 

compliant to all road traffic regulations. All versions 

come along with a moderately sportive 

geometry. 

You are not obliged to hunt for highest athletic 

laurels as soon as you ride an MTB! And especially 

not if the latter is named Backfire FIT and 

is specifically designed for transferring the basic 

advantages of a robust 26“ off-roader to a cycling 

level particularly suitable in your free time. 

Due to the shorter top tube and to the lower BB 

position, this hardtail is a real recommendation 

for all those who want to pedal in a leisurely way. 

Framework conditions specifically for ladies: The 

26” and the 29” bikes of our EVE series equally 

convince with a longer headtube, a lower BB position 

and a special top tube geometry. But even 

if “she” does not only look for any functional peculiarities: 

The distinct frame decors or the lady 

saddle with its intelligent adaption to the female 

anatomy will surely convince “her” at the latest 

that EVE comes directly from paradise. 

We happily remember some events from childhood 

days for our lifetime: the first soccer goal, 

the first night in a summer camp, the first kiss. And 

what about the first bike? Unfortunately, the first 

bike is often not the right one and is thus forgotten 

very soon. CENTURION has something against 

that – in a double literal sense! Already our 12“ 

trainer bikes are designed to supply maximum joy 

for children and parents. 


■ Suspension fork lockable (some models) 


■ Optionally available with calliper brakes 

■ “Eco“ aluminium frame manufactured 

■ in high quality 


■ Available in frame sizes 31 to 61 cm* 

■ NEW for 2014: “EQ” model with full 

■ compliance to road traffic regulations 


■ Suspension fork lockable (some models) 

■ Calliper or disc brakes (depending on model) 

■ Various lady versions available 

■ “Eco“ or “Basic“ aluminium frame 

manufactured in high quality 

■ 3 x 7, 3 x 8 or 3 x 9 Shimano drivetrain 

■ Carrier and kickstand installation possible 



lockout from the cockpit) 


resp. 180 / 160 mm* 

■ Optionally available with calliper brakes 

■ “Eco“ or “Basic“ aluminium frame manufactured 

in high quality 

■ Special geometry: Shorter (by 15 mm) top 

tube, longer (by 15 mm) head tube 

■ 3 x 7, 3 x 8, 3 x 9 or 3 x 10 Shimano drivetrain 

■ Carrier and kickstand installation possible* 

■ Trainer bike with optimized carrying weight 

■ Always age-appropriate drivetrain options 

■ Aluminium frames from 12“ on manufactured 


■ 16” versions optionally with 3-speed gear hub 

■ From 20” on optionally with 40 or 50 mm 

suspension forks 

■ NEW for 2014: R’Bock Ultimate 24 Race 

as a weight-optimized bike for kids’ first 

competitions. Highlights: air suspension fork, 

lightweight tyres, powerful calliper brakes 

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29er Cross-Country / Marathon 

Backfire.29 

A bike for winners 

win·ner [‘wɪnəʳ]: someone who has triumphed in a fight, competition etc; a victor. Not without certain pride, the 

Backfire.29 starts into Season 2014: In 2012, the TEAM CENTURION VAUDE rider Markus Kaufmann became German 

Marathon Champion on our Twentyniner hardtail. Furthermore in the summer of 2013, he triumphed in the 

prestigious MTB stage race “BIKE Transalp” together with his team mate Jochen Kaess. Graced by these laurels, the 

Backfire.29 is a recommendation for all those who are looking for a fast race hardtail or for a bike which convinces 

with a sportive touring character. 

The aluminium as well as the carbon versions of the Backfire.29 convince with a sportive geometry which put the 

big wheels’ essential advantages into practice in the best possible way: Easier rolling over obstacles and bumps, 

stronger traction/grip and increased comfort are typical Twentyniner virtues. Thanks to its tapered head tube with a 

steep steering angle (70.5°)*, the Backfire.29 carries out all control orders of its pilot very directly and delights with 

meticulous steering precision which pays off especially during challenging downhills. The quite stiff bottom bracket 

does provide powerful propulsion while the seat stay design and the slim 27.2 mm seat post do ensure outstanding 

comfort at the rear. All carbon frames trust in the 12 mm thru-axle standard for an easy as well as friction-free change 

of the rear wheel. In the new season, also the “Sport” aluminium models shine with internal cable routing. New for 

2014: A new fibre layup reduces the weight of our 2014 Backfire Carbon.29 by another 80 g* in comparison to the 

previous model. 

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* At frame height 46 cm

Backfire Carbon Ult. Race.29 

Frame MTB Carbon-D 29 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon(white/red) Fork Rock Shox SID World Cup XX 100 mm 15QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Chainwheel Sram X.0, 38/24 Z. 

BB-Set Sram attached Derailleur front Sram X.0 S3 Derailleur rear Sram XX long cage Shifters Sram XX Trigger Brakes Formula R1 Racing 180/160 mm Brake levers Formula R1 Racing Rims Stan´s NoTubes 

Crest Hubs DT 240s VR 15 QR / HR 142x12 mm Spokes DT Swiss aerolite Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph / Thunder Burt Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Sram XG-1099, 11-36 Z. Chain Sram PC-1091 

Handlebar PRC Top Flat Carbon OS 660 Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Selle Italia SLR Seatpost PRC Carbon, Ø27.2 Pedals keine 

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29er Cross-Country/Marathon


Frame MTB Carbon-D 29 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm 

Color Carbon (red/white) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD Fit 

Factory 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA 

No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Chainwheel Shimano 

Deore XT Double, 38/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT 

Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT 

Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano 

Deore XT Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/180 mm 

Brake levers Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé 

"Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / 

Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel 

Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore 

XT HG-95 Handlebar PRC Top Flat Carbon OS 660 

Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Race II 

Seatpost PRC Carbon, Ø27.2 Pedals keine Weight 

10,2 kg 



Color Carbon (white/grey) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD 

O/C Evo. 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA 

No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 40/30/22 

Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 

Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear 

Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes 

Shimano M615 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano 

M615 Rims DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires 

Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 29*2.25 

Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain 

Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar FSA Afterburner Flat, 

685 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion 

Race II Seatpost FSA Afterburner SBO, 27.2 mm 


29er Cross-Country/Marathon 

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Color Carbon (white/Team green) Fork Rock Shox 

Recon Gold TK 100 Remote 15 QR tapered Headset 

FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M622, 

40/30/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 

Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear 

Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano SLX Brakes 


M505 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano 

Deore XT E-Thru 15x100 mm/ Deore XT E-Thru 12x142 

mm Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / 

Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel 

Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 

Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem 





Frame MTB Sport-D 29, AL double butted Sizes 41, 

46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color black (red/white) Fork Fox 32 

Float 29 CTD Fit 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered 

Headset FSA No.55E Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT 

Double, 38/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit 

BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur 

rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT 

Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/180 mm Brake levers 

Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black 

Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph 

Evo Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 

10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore XT HG-95 

Handlebar FSA Afterburner Flat, 685 mm Stem FSA 

Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost FSA 

Afterburner SBO, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 11,2 

kg 

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46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/dark 

silver/silver) Fork Fox 32 Float 29 CTD O/C Evo. 100 


BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 40/30/22 






Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 

Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain 

Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 

640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle 

Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 27.2 mm 




46, 51, 56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/Team 

green) Fork Rock Shox Recon Gold TK 100 Remote LO 

15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL 

Chainwheel Shimano M622, 40/30/22 Z. BB-Set 

Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front 

Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT 

Shifters Shimano SLX Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 

mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex 

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore XT E-Thru / 

Deore XT Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket 

Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Fold Freewheel 







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Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 

56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/silver) Fork SR 

Suntour Epicon XC 100 Remote LO 15 QR Headset 

FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M622, 40/30/22 

Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano 

Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters 

Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm 

Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex "Centurion" 

CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru / Deore Spokes 

DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 

29*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. 

Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 

640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle 


Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,6 kg 



56, 61 cm Color silk mat black (red/white) Fork SR 

Suntour Raidon XC 100 Remote LO Headset FSA 

BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M522, 42/32/24 Z. 

BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front 

Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters 



CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes stainless Tires 

Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Freewheel 




Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A 


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56, 61 cm Color 1. mat anthrazite (white/cyan) / 2. 

black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCM 100 Remote 

LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M430, 

44/32/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano UN26 Derailleur front 

Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters 

Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco 180/180 mm 

Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" 


Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 29*2.1 Freewheel 

Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano Deore 

HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm 

Stem Procraft AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Sport 




Frame MTB Eco-D 29, AL Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 

Color 1. silk mat black (white/yellow) / 2. black 

(white/red) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset 

VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. 

BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A 

Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano 

M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / Auriga Pro 180/180 

mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 Rims Alex 

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / 

D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart 

Sam Active Line 29*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 

11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft 

Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7° 

Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 

27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 14,4 kg 


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27.5 Cross-Country / Marathon 

Backfire.27 

The golden mean 

new·com·er [nju:kamɐ]: someone who is new in a trade, business etc and still has not got much experience but 

already a certain success. For decades, the wheelset size of 26“ has been the reference for MTB riders – followed by 

the meanwhile firmly established Twentyniners. Now there is a third option: A close look at 27.5“ quickly reveals this 

new standard’s possibilities. 

While 26” wheels are light, stiff and agile, Twentyniners do convince with outstanding rolling characteristics. And what 

about 27.5” versions? The larger rim diameter (+ 25 mm) of the latter still ranges close enough to 26” with regard to 

weight and agility. But with only 38 mm less than Twentyniners, some advantages of those bigger wheels are already 

perceptible. That’s why 27.5” MTBs do not represent exactly the middle between both “extremes”. But they do convince 

all bikers who e. g. favour a mix of agility, accelerative power and lowest possible weight for racing but who want 

to enjoy the rolling and traction benefits of bigger wheels as well. 

With the Backfire.27, CENTURION introduces a representative of the new wheelset size convincing with many virtues 

from the outset: For example, the carbon frame impresses with a low weight of sensational 950 g though our R&D 

experts trust in internal cable routing and in the 12 mm thru-axle standard at the rear wheel. With top stiffness data 

and a comfortable rearstay, the Backfire Carbon.27 is mainly designed for racers. On the other hand, the aluminium 

versions make the benefits of the new wheelset standard accessible for tour and leisure-time bikers. 

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Backfire Carbon Ult. Race.27 

Frame MTB Carbon-D 27.5 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color Carbon(white/red) Fork Rock Shox SID World Cup XX 100 mm 15QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) Chainwheel Sram X.0, 39/26 Z. 

BB-Set Sram attached Derailleur front Sram X.0 S3 Derailleur rear Sram XX long cage Shifters Sram XX Trigger Brakes Formula R1 Racing 180/160 mm Brake levers Formula R1 Racing Rims Stan´s NoTubes 

27.5 Hubs DT 240s VR 15 QR / HR 12x142 mm Spokes DT Swiss aerolite Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph / Thunder Burt Evo Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Sram XG-1099 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Sram PC-1091 

Handlebar PRC Top Flat Carbon OS 660 Stem PRC AL OS, 7° Saddle Selle Italia SLR Seatpost PRC Carbon, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 8,6 kg 

54 

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon


Frame MTB Carbon-D 27.5 Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm 

Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Fox 32 Float 

27.5 CTD Fit Factory 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered 

Headset FSA No.55E / ZS-3-CF (H2128A) 

Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT Double, 40/28 Z. 




Deore XT 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano Deore 

XT Rims Sun Ringlé "Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires 

Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 

27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano Deore XT 10s, 

11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore XT HG-95 Handlebar 

PRC Riser Carbon OS, 680 mm Stem PRC AL OS, 7° 

Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost PRC Carbon, 27.2 

mm Pedals keine Weight 9,8 kg 



Color Carbon (white/grey) Fork Fox 32 Float 27.5 CTD 

O/C Evo. 100 Remote LO 15 QR tapered Headset FSA 

No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT 42/32/24 






Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Evo Line 

27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. 

Chain Shimano SLX HG-75 Handlebar FSA 

Afterburner Low Riser, 685 mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 

6° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost FSA Afterburner 

SBO, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 10,3 kg 

27.5 Cross-Country/Marathon 

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Color Carbon (white/Team green) Fork Rock Shox 

Recon Gold TK 100 Remote 15 QR tapered Headset 

FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano 

FC-M552, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano Deore XT 

Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Deore 

Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano 

SLX Brakes Shimano M447 180/160 mm Brake 

levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex MPD-14 Hubs 

Shimano Deore XT E-Thru 15x100 mm/ Deore XT 

E-Thru 12x142 mm Spokes DT Industry Tires 

Schwalbe Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 

27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 

Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser 

OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle 




Frame MTB Sport-D 27.5, AL double butted Sizes 36, 

41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color black (white/Racing red) Fork 

Fox 32 Float 27.5 CTD Fit Factory 100 Remote LO 15 

QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel 

Shimano Deore XT Double, 40/28 Z. BB-Set Shimano 

Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano 

Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters 

Shimano Deore XT Brakes Shimano Deore XT 180/160 

mm Brake levers Shimano Deore XT Rims Sun Ringlé 

"Wheelset" Black Flag Pro Tires Schwalbe Rocket Ron / 

Racing Ralph Evo Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel 

Shimano Deore XT 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano Deore 

XT HG-95 Handlebar FSA Afterburner Low Riser, 685 

mm Stem FSA Afterburner, 6° Saddle Centurion Race II 

Seatpost FSA Afterburner SBO, 27.2 mm Pedals keine 


56 




41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/dark 

silver/silver) Fork Fox 32 Float 27.5 CTD O/C Evo. 100 


BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Deore XT, 42/32/24 




M615 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano M615 Rims 

DT Swiss "Wheelset" M1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe 

Rocket Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Fold 

Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano 

SLX HG-75 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm 

Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race 





41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/Team 

green) Fork Rock Shox Recon Gold TK 100 Remote LO 

15 QR tapered Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL 


Shimano Deore XT Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front 

Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT 

Shifters Shimano SLX Brakes Shimano M447 180/160 

mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex 

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore XT E-Thru / 

Deore XT Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Rocket 

Ron / Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Fold 

Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain 

Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 

mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion 

Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals 

keine Weight 11,9 kg 


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Frame MTB Basic-D 27.5, AL butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/silver) Fork SR Suntour Epicon XC 100 Remote LO 15QR Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M552, 

42/32/24 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano M505 Rims Alex 

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Deore E-Thru / Deore Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Fold Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar 

Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,1 kg 

58 



Frame MTB Basic-D 27.5, AL butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 

51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (red/white) Fork SR 

Suntour Raidon XC 100 Remote LO Headset FSA 

BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M522, 42/32/24 Z. 

BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front 

Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters 




Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 27.5*2.25 Freewheel 







Frame MTB Basic-D 27.5, AL butted Sizes 36, 41, 46, 

51, 56 cm Color 1. mat anthrazite (white/cyan) / 2. 

black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCM 100 Remote 

LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M430, 



Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco 180/160 mm 

Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" 


Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 27.5*2.1 Freewheel 

Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano Deore 

HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm 





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Cross-Country 

Backfire 

The archetype 

clas·sic [‘klæsɪk]: classic creation; something which has become classic. The fascinating history of the MTB 

reaches back to the late 1970s. The German premiere happened in 1982 – thanks to Wolfgang Renner, the alpinecrossing 

pioneer and the company founder of CENTURION. His first “genuine” MTB model named Country sounded 

the bell for a great new era of cycling which has been continuing successfully until today: Classic 26” MTBs are quite 

far from being outdated. Instead, their high versatility and robustness especially convince off-road beginners. 

32 years after the successful introduction of the Country, our 26“ bikes of MY 2014 do offer anything necessary for 

an optimal start into the fascinating MTB hobby: Light and robust aluminium frames, highly reliable components and 

an excellent suspension fork at the front. The 100 mm travel of the latter are powerful enough to master challenges 

beyond forest tracks and gravel roads as well. Compared to the 27.5” and Twentyniner models, the sportiness of the 

geometry is slightly reduced. Therefore the Backfire is also a great recommendation for more leisurely tours. Especially 

the EQ variant convinces with its eclectic configuration completely compliant to road traffic regulations: This 

Backfire version is already equipped with fenders, with a kickstand and with a lighting system. Like all other 26” MTBs 

of MY 2014, it rolls on studded off-road tyres and features a triple chainring for a broad gear transmission range. In 

addition, the series is optionally available with disc or calliper brakes. 

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Backfire 100 

Frame MTB Eco-D 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color silk mat black (white/yellow) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST 

Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs 

Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem 

Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,8 kg 

62 

Cross-Country

Backfire 50 

Frame MTB Eco-V 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56, 

61 cm Color black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCT 

100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano 

M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur 

front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera 

Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro 857AL Brake 

levers Shimano attached Rims Alex "Centurion" 

CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 802DSE QR 

Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active 

Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. 

Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 

640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion 

Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals 

VP-992A Weight 13,2 kg 

Backfire 50 

Frame MTB Eco-V 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56, 

61 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/cyan) Fork SR 

Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P 

Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 

7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur 

rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes 

Tektro 857AL Brake levers Shimano attached Rims 

Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 

802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart 



Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle 

Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm 


Cross-Country 

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Backfire 40 

Frame MTB Eco-D 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 

cm Color black (white/neon red) Fork SR Suntour XCT, 

100 mm Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano 


front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Altus 

Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro Novela 

180/160 mm Brake levers Shimano attached Rims 

A-Rim DM220 Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / 

D142DSE-7 QR Spokes stainless Tires Kenda 

Kharisma 26 x 2.10 Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 

12-32 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser 

OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle 

Centurion Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm 


Backfire 30 / -EQ 

Frame MTB Eco-V 26, AL Sizes 31, 36, 41, 46, 51, 56 

cm Color black (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour XCT, 100 

mm Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano 


front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Altus 

Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Lee Chi MTB-117A 

Brake levers Shimano attached Rims A-Rim DM230 

Hubs Joytech 751DSE / Shimano Nabendynamo 3N31 

// 702DSE Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kharisma 26 

x 2.10 Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain 

KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm 



Carrier - / Procraft Universal Fenders - / Procraft 

Rainbow Trekking 60 mm Light - / Trelock Bike-i uno 20 

Lux / duo Flat Weight 13,6 kg 

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Cross-Country

Cross-Country 

65

Comfort 

Backfire Fit 

The fitness trainer 

well·ness fac·tor [‘welnəs ‘fæktəʳ]: factor, condition etc which supports our well-being considerably. Sport is 

healthy – this fact was certainly not invented by CENTURION. But we have thought about an optimal concept for combining 

sport, fun and wellness. Our proposal for solution: The MTB model Backfire Fit. In contrast to its “colleagues“ 

among the Backfire series, the Fit model is not designed as a primarily sportive MTB for potential racing purposes. 

Instead, it stands for an excellent leisure device with a built-in “fun amplifier”. 

In 2014, three great Backfire Fit variants are waiting for being pedalled by you preferably off a very often too stressful 

and urban daily routine. All models share a light but very robust aluminium frame with several geometric specialties: 

In contrast to comparable MTB versions, the connection between top and seat tube is positioned much deeper. This 

does mean that a CENTURION Backfire Fit never causes a “cramped” feeling when you have to stop e. g. spontaneously 

or at traffic lights – actively supported by the lower BB position. In addition, the effective top tube length is 

shorter. Together with the increased head tube length, this results in a moderately upright seating position – very 

advantageous for a good overview and especially friendly to the rider’s back section. Nevertheless, their configuration 

characterizes all Backfire Fit models as “genuine” MTBs: Studded 26” off-road tyres, an 80 mm suspension fork and 

a triple drivetrain with broad gear transmission ratio do get the fun rolling. 

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Backfire Fit 400 

Frame MTB Fit Basic-D, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51, 56 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour XCM 80 Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M430, 44/32/22 Z. BB-Set Shimano 

UN26 Derailleur front Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 

Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano Deore HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle 

Centurion Fit Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,6 kg 

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Comfort

Backfire Fit 50 / -Lady 

Frame MTB Fit Eco-V, AL Sizes Gent: 41, 46, 51, 56 

cm / Lady: 41, 46, 51 cm Color black (white/green) 

Fork SR Suntour XCT 80 Lockout Headset VP A68P 


7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M190 Derailleur 

rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes 

Tektro 857AL Brake levers Shimano attached Rims 

Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 

802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart 



Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle 

Centurion Fit Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm 


Backfire Fit 30 / -Lady 

Frame MTB Fit Eco-V, AL Sizes Gent: 41, 46, 51, 56 

cm / Lady: 41, 46, 51 cm Color black (red/white) Fork 

SR Suntour XCT 80 Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel 

Shimano M131, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST 

Derailleur front Shimano M190 Derailleur rear 

Shimano Altus Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Lee 

Chi MTB-117A Brake levers Shimano attached Rims 

A-Rim DM230 Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 702DSE QR 

Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kharisma 26 x 2.10 

Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain KMC 

Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem 

Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Fit Seatpost 

Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 

13,0 kg 

Comfort 

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EVE 

More than just beautiful 

ladies’ choice [‘leɪdi:z tʃɔɪs]: a lady’s verbal invitation to dance with a gentleman. This friendly invitation is happily 

accepted by the attractive bikes of our EVE series. Because since CENTURION has decided to equip biking ladies 

with their own models which provide a specific geometry and individual designs, high cycling fun and long-term 

reliability are their permanent tour companions. With regard to ladies’ choice in MY 2014, CENTURION does trust in 

26” as well as in Twentyniner MTBs. 

At the very first sight, the decorative colour scheme distinguishes the EVE series from the rest of our MTB program. 

But at the same time, the eye of the beholder is mainly caught by the geometry especially modified for sporty ladies: 

The effectively slightly shorter top tube length does not only ensure a central seating position and thus best possible 

handling control – simultaneously, it is attached to the seat tube at a considerably lower point. Together with the top 

tube’s sloping shape, the standover height is reduced for more safety. Among the other lady-specific wellness features 

is e. g. the saddle whose design fits the female anatomy essentially better than a unisex model. 

Depending on the preferred field of application, CENTURION ladies can choose between either calliper or disc brakes 

as well as between 26“ or Twentyniner tyres. All EVE models feature an MTB-specific configuration and a 100 mm 

suspension fork at the front. In this way, superb comfort and always reliable downhill safety also off the paved road 

are guaranteed. 

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EVE 600.29 

Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51 cm Color silk mat black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour Raidon XC 100 Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M522, 42/32/24 Z. BB-Set 

Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Shimano M447 180/180 mm Brake levers Shimano M445 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 

Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 29*2.25 Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft 

AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Lady Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 13,1 kg 

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Lady Bikes

EVE 400.29 

Frame MTB Basic-D 29, AL butted Sizes 41, 46, 51 

cm Color mat metallic braun (white/turquoise) Fork SR 

Suntour XCM 100 Remote LO Headset VP A68P 


Shimano UN26 Derailleur front Shimano Alivio 

Derailleur rear Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio 

Brakes Tektro Draco 180/180 mm Brake levers Tektro 

Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano 

M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam 

Perf. Line 29*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 

Z. Chain Shimano Deore HG-53 Handlebar Procraft 

Riser OS, 640/680 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7° 

Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost Procraft 

SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 14,5 kg 

EVE 100.29 

Frame MTB Eco-D 29, AL Sizes 41, 46, 51 cm Color 

mat anthrazite (white/pink) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 

Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano 



Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / 

Auriga Pro 180/180 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 

WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Joytech 

D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires 

Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 29*2.1 Freewheel 

Shimano Altus 8s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 


Procraft AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Lady Sport 




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EVE 100 

Frame MTB Lady Eco-D, AL Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/pink) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST 

Derailleur front Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 WS Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 

Hubs Joytech D041DSE QR / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm 

Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 13,8 kg 

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Lady Bikes

EVE 50 

Frame MTB Lady Eco-V, AL Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51 cm 

Color white (black/green) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 

Lockout Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano 



Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro 857AL Brake 

levers attached Rims Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs 

Joytech 751DSE QR / 802DSE QR Spokes stainless 

Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 26*2.1 

Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano 

HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem 

Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Lady Sport 



EVE 30 

Frame MTB Lady Eco-V, AL Sizes 36, 41, 46, 51 cm 

Color mat blue (white/blue) Fork SR Suntour XCT 100 

Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Shimano M131, 

42/34/24 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front 

Shimano M190A Derailleur rear Shimano Altus 

Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes Lee Chi MTB-117A 

Brake levers Shimano attached Rims A-Rim DM230 

Hubs Joytech 751DSE QR / 702DSE QR Spokes 

stainless Tires Kenda Kharisma 26 x 2.10 Freewheel 

Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 

Handlebar Procraft Riser OS-E, 640 mm Stem Procraft 

AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Lady Sport Seatpost 

Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 

13,2 kg 


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Youth & Kids 

R’Bock 

The first step is always easy 

foun·da·tion [faʊn’deɪʃən]: (intellectual) groundwork, basis. At CENTURION, the development and the launch of 

a new bike join many of the most different professions: For example, engineers meet designers; product managers 

meet marketing experts; and distribution staff talk to sales representatives. As to bikes for kids, all of these CENTU- 

RION people share one important aspect: They are parents themselves and thus know very well how good bikes for 

young ones must be. 

No matter if you are an enthused biker yourself and you want to familiarize your child with this great hobby – or if she/ 

he has discovered this excellent idea all by her-/himself or has got in touch with it via some friends at school: The right 

start is always essential. Of course, you as the parents do want to ensure that the investment “bicycle” (which occurs 

periodically while a child grows up) does not cause disproportionate costs. But reliable quality pays off in the long run 

– not only because the right bicycle does actually satisfy the demands of young “pedal knights”: It also encourages 

cycling fun and therefore the prospect of the lifelong hobby “biking”. 

The CENTURION product range for kids and youngsters already begins with a trainer bike lacking pedals: Our R’Bock 

12 Walk is robust enough for your kid and light enough to be carried by you. At the other end of the scale, there is the 

R’Bock Ultimate 24 Race – a “genuine” MTB with suspension fork, calliper brakes and full suitability for competing. 

And between: Many fascinating CENTURION bikes. Have fun with growing along! 

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R'Bock Ultimate 24 Race 

Frame Kid AL 24" Sizes 28 cm Color black (white/red) 

Fork SR Suntour XCR LO 24" Air, 50 mm Headset FSA 

No.10P Chainwheel SR Suntour XCT-JR-T424, 

44/32/22 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front SR 

Suntour XCR420 Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT 

Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro M730 Brake 

levers Tektro 319A Rims Alex Ace-20 Hubs Novatec 

FHA141SB / RHF062SB Spokes DT competition Tires 

Kenda Small Block Eight 24 x 2.10, Kevlar Freewheel 

Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain Shimano HG-53 

Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft 

AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Kid Sport Seatpost 

Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-570 BMX 


R'Bock 24 

Frame Kid AL 24" Sizes 28 cm Color black 

(white/green) Fork SR Suntour XCT-JR 24", 50 mm 

Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel SR Suntour 

XCC-T202, 42/32/22 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur 

front SR Suntour XCC202 Derailleur rear Shimano 

RD-TX35D Shifters Shimano Revoshift RS-35 Brakes 

Lee Chi MTB-107L Brake levers Tektro TS325A Rims 

Alex Z-1000 Hubs Joytech 751DSS / 752DSS Spokes 

stainless Tires Kenda Kwick 24 x 1.95 Freewheel 

Shimano MF-TZ20, 14-28 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 

Handlebar Procraft Kid, 580 mm Stem Procraft AL Kid, 

15° Saddle Centurion Kid Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 

27.2 mm Pedals VP-570 BMX Weight 12,0 kg 

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Youth & Kids

R'Bock 20 Shox 

Frame Kid AL 20" Sizes 25 cm Color 1. black 

(white/neon red) 2. white (black/blue) Fork SR Suntour 

XCT-JR 20", 40 mm Headset FSA No.10P 

Chainwheel Steel 36 Z. BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur 

front --- Derailleur rear Shimano Tourney Shifters --- 

/ Shimano Revoshift RS-35 Brakes Lee Chi MTB-107L 

Brake levers Tektro JL 510-TS Rims Alex Z-1000 

Hubs Joytech 433 Nut / 434-6S Nut Spokes stainless 

Tires Kenda Kwick 20 x 2.0 Freewheel Shimano 

Tourney 6s, 14-28 Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar 

Procraft Kid Riser Stem Procraft Kid AL Ahead Saddle 

Centurion Kid Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm 

Pedals VP-570 BMX Weight 10,7 kg 

R'Bock 20 

Frame Kid AL 20" Sizes 25 cm Color 1. metallic roses 

(purple/pink) / 2. black (white/green) Fork Kid Alloy Rigid 

Headset FSA No.10P Chainwheel Steel 36 Z. BB-Set 

TH 7420ST Derailleur front --- Derailleur rear 

Shimano Tourney Shifters --- / Shimano Revoshift 

RS-35 Brakes Lee Chi MTB-107L Brake levers Tektro 

JL 510-TS Rims Alex Z-1000 Hubs Joytech 433 Nut / 

434-6S Nut Spokes stainless Tires Kenda Kwick 20 x 

2.0 Freewheel Shimano Tourney 6s, 14-28 Z. Chain 

KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Kid Riser Stem Procraft 

Kid AL Ahead Saddle Centurion Kid Seatpost Procraft 

SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-570 BMX Weight 9,7 kg 

Youth & Kids 

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R'Bock 16.3 

Frame Kid AL 16" Sizes 21 cm Color neon red 

(white/black) Fork Kid Alloy Rigid Headset Ahead 

Chainwheel Steel 32 Z. BB-Set attached Derailleur 

front --- Derailleur rear --- Shifters --- / Shimano 

Nexus Revoshift Brakes Tektro 985AF / Shimano 

Coaster Brake levers Tektro 289AP Rims Jalco SE-26, 

16" Hubs Joytech 301 / Shimano Nexus Inter-3 

Spokes stainless Tires Kenda 16 x 2.125" Freewheel 

Shimano 20 Z. Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft 

Kid AL Riser Stem Procraft Kid AL Ahead Saddle 

Centurion Kiddy Seatpost Procraft Steel Pedals 

VP-580 BMX Weight 8,4 kg 

R'Bock 16 

Frame Kid AL 16" Sizes 21 cm Color neon red 

(white/black) Fork Kid Alloy Rigid Headset Ahead 

Chainwheel Steel 32 Z. BB-Set attached Derailleur 

front --- Derailleur rear --- Shifters --- Brakes Tektro 

985AF / KT Coaster Brake levers Tektro 289AP Rims 

Jalco SE-26, 16" Hubs Joytech 301 / KT 305RS 

Spokes stainless Tires Kenda 16 x 2.125" Freewheel 

attached Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft Kid AL 

Riser Stem Procraft Kid AL Ahead Saddle Centurion 

Kiddy Seatpost Procraft Steel Pedals VP-580 BMX 

Weight 8,2 kg 

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Youth & Kids

R'Bock 12 

Frame Kid AL 12" Sizes 17 cm Color yellow Fork 

Rigid 1" Headset LF-974E-1 Chainwheel CW-S-76 / 

CW-316S BB-Set AL 6061 Derailleur front --- 

Derailleur rear --- Shifters --- Brakes Tektro 985AF 

Brake levers BP-901S Rims Jalco SE-26 AL, 12" 

Hubs Joytech JY-301 / KT-305R Spokes stainless 2.0 

mm Tires Kenda K905 / 12-1/2x2-1/4 Freewheel 

attached Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar AL, 440 mm 

Stem BQ-707, AL, 125 mm Quill Saddle Centurion Kid 

12" Seatpost attached, 25.4 x 170 mm Pedals Wellgo 

LU-P17 Weight 7,2 kg 

R'Bock 12 Walk 

Frame Kid AL Walk 12" Sizes 12 cm Color light green 

Fork Rigid 1" Headset LF-974E-1 Chainwheel --- 

BB-Set AL 6061 Derailleur front --- Derailleur rear 

--- Shifters --- Brakes Tektro 985AF Brake levers --- 

Rims Jalco SE-26 AL, 12" Hubs Joytech JY-301 

Spokes stainless 2.0 mm Tires Kenda K905 / 

12-1/2x2-1/4 Freewheel --- Chain --- Handlebar AL, 

420 mm Stem BQ-707, AL, 100 mm Quill Saddle 

Centurion Kid 12" Seatpost attached Pedals keine 

Weight 4,1 kg 

Youth & Kids 

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Urban & Country

Cross Line 

Cross 

Urban & Country 

Sportive, puristic, 

convenient 

They are our SUVs – but these “Sports Utility Vehicles” 

are powered by your muscular strength! 

Their versatility in everyday life is comparable: 

Profiled and smoothly rolling tyres master asphalt 

and rough gravel roads with equal ease. 

Thanks to the 50 mm suspension fork, you are 

also enabled to do some athletic cycling. And 

last not least, our Cross Line is complemented 

by the optional installation of fenders, of a carrier 

and of a kickstand. 

■ Front suspension travel: 50 mm 

■ Suspension fork lockable* (some models: 

■ also lockout from the cockpit) 

■ “Eco“, “Basic“ and “Sport“ aluminium frames 

■ manufactured in high quality 

■ Optionally equipped with calliper or disc 

■ brakes 

■ All models also available as lady-specific 

■ variants 

■ Wide Shimano drivetrain selection: 

■ 3 x 7, 3 x 8, 3 x 9 or 3 x 10 

■ NEW for 2014: “EQ” models with configuration 

■ fully compliant to road traffic regulations (hub 

■ dynamo, lighting system, fenders, carrier) 

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Overview Stand & Land 


Cyclo Cross 

Cross 

Cross Speed 

Fitness 

City Speed 

Urban 

The training device for road racers – with literally 

identical “framework conditions”! A Cyclo Cross 

is the optimal symbiosis for bikers with athletic 

ambitions in everyday life: It does combine 

a road handlebar, a sportive transmission ratio 

and a propulsion-orientated geometry with the 

option to install fenders. Although surely suitable 

for racing purposes as well, our Crossers are superb 

training partners in the first instance. 

■ Light aluminium frame manufactured 



■ 27.2 mm seat post with comfortable flex 

■ All models with mechanical disc brakes 

(160 mm) 

■ 33 mm Cross tyres 

■ 2 x 10 Shimano drivetrain 

■ Prepared for fender and carrier installation 

■ Available with a carbon fork* 

We are not going to change the fact that Cross 

Speed models are CENTURION road bikes with 

linear handlebar. Although the configuration includes 

32 mm tyres with higher suitability for 

everyday use, a Cross Speed represents acceleration 

with its sportive geometry and is therefore 

a special recommendation for commuters. 

Fenders and a carrier can be installed for this 

demanding purpose. Further, there are several 

drivetrain options. 





■ Slightly profiled 32 mm tyres 

■ 3 x 9, 3 x 10 or 2 x 10 Shimano drivetrain 

■ Light calliper brakes 


■ Available with a carbon fork* 

Real classic understatement looks exactly like 

this: A City Speed is reduced to a bike’s essentials 

and demonstrates its pilot’s attitude 

at the very first sight: pure urban cycling fun. 

No matter if a single-speed variant (optionally 

with freewheel or “fixie” configuration) or a version 

with 8-speed gear hub: Our City Speed 

comes along with just all the necessary basics 

for mastering the city. The City Speed 8 is also 

available as a lady-specific model. 





■ Slightly profiled 32 mm tyres 

■ Light calliper brakes 


■ Available as a single-speed model with flipflop 

hub or with an 8-speed Shimano Nexus 

drivetrain 

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Cross 

Cross Line 

The journey is the reward 

pio·neer [paɪə’nɪəʳ]: someone who creates the preconditions for something by her/his thinking, acting etc. Our 

modern world keeps on specializing: More and more purposeful questions are asked and answered in more and more 

matching detail. At the same time, it may be that the “big picture” seems to be blurred by a flood of particulars. But 

yet also very generally, excellent preconditions for forging ahead can be created – particularly with regard to cycling. 

Thanks to its universal character, our Cross Line supplies an optimal platform for all those pedalists who want to 

experience a lot of different adventures on one single bike. 

Each Cross Line model is based on a light but nevertheless very robust and reliable aluminium frame with quite a few 

important details: The complete series is prepared for getting fit out with fenders and a carrier – but of course without 

losing its sportive character. In MY 2014, even two model versions (Cross Line 100 EQ and 600 EQ) are offered 

ex works as trekking bikes fully equipped with fenders, carrier, kickstand and a lighting system (incl. hub dynamo) 

which is in accordance with road traffic regulations. And the two of them are also available as lady-specific low-entry 

variants. A Cross Line’s comprehensive suitability for everyday use is a real result of the sportive configuration as 

well: Thanks to the profiled but all the same smoothly rolling 28” tyres, the lockable* 50 mm suspension fork and the 

powerful disc brakes*, this CENTURION representative always cuts a good figure on and off the paved road. 

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Cross Line Ultimate / -Lady 

Frame Cross Sport-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NCX-E Air, 50 mm Remote LO Headset FSA ZS-3-SL Chainwheel Shimano 

Deore XT, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore XT Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore XT Brakes Tektro Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro 

Auriga Pro Rims DT Swiss "Wheel Set" M-1900 Spline Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Fold Reflex Freewheel Shimano SLX 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano SLX Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm 

Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Cross Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 11,4 kg 

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Cross

Cross Line 800 / -Lady 

Frame Cross Basic-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/black) Fork SR Suntour NCX-E Air, 50 mm Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel 

Shimano T551, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano Deore XT Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Tektro Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro 

Gemini Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M435 Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Fold Reflex Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 

Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 17° Saddle Centurion Cross Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-515A Weight 12,1 kg 

Cross 

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Cross Line 600 EQ / -Lady 

Frame Cross Basic-D, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 

55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat 

black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NCX-D Air, 50 mm 

Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel 

Shimano T521, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 

Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur 

rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes 

Tektro Gemini / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers 

Tektro Gemini Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs 

Shimano Nabendynamo 3D72 / M435 Spokes stainless 

Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Reflex 

Freewheel Shimano HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain 

Shimano HG-54 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm 

Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 17° Saddle Centurion Cross 

Sport Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals 

VP-515A Carrier Racktime Fold-it Fix Fenders SKS 

CAB Light Trelock Bike-i duo 25 Lux / B&M Toplight Flat 

S Plus Weight 13,1 kg 




black (white/red) Fork SR Suntour NCX-D Air, 50 mm 

Remote LO Headset FSA BB-410-SL Chainwheel 

Shimano T521, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 

Octalink Derailleur front Shimano Deore Derailleur 

rear Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes 

Tektro Gemini / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers 

Tektro Gemini Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs 

Shimano M435 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe 

Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano 

HG62 10s, 11-36 Z. Chain Shimano HG-54 Handlebar 

Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 

17° Saddle Centurion Cross Sport Seatpost Procraft 


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Cross



55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black 

(white/red) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Remote LO 

Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M431, 



Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro Draco / Auriga Pro 

180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro Draco Rims Alex 

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano M475 Spokes 

stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Perf. Line 37C, 

Reflex Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain 

Shimano HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm 

Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Cross 

Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 27.2 mm Pedals 




55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color 1. mat dark 

blue / 2. mat rose (Damen) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 

mm Remote LO Headset VP A68P Chainwheel 

Shimano M431, 48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano UN26 

Derailleur front Shimano Alivio Derailleur rear 

Shimano Deore Shifters Shimano Alivio Brakes Tektro 

Draco / Auriga Pro 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro 

Draco Rims Alex "Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano 

M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam 

Perf. Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Acera 9s, 


Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle 

Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 


Cross 

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Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color mat anthrazite (white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. 

BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex 

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Nabendynamo 3D32 / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 

Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Carrier Procraft Universal Fenders Procraft Rainbow 

Trekking 45 mm Light Trelock Bike-i uno 20 Lux / duo Flat 

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Cross


Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black (white/green) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. 

BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur rear Shimano Acera Shifters Shimano M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex 

"Centurion" CDD-12 Hubs Shimano Nabendynamo 3D32 / D142DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 

Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-602, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Carrier Procraft Universal Fenders Procraft Rainbow 

Trekking 45 mm Light Trelock Bike-i uno 20 Lux / duo Flat 

Cross 

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Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 

cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color mat anthrazite 

(white/cyan) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset 


BB-Set TH 7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 


M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake 

levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex 



Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 

8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar 

Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° 

Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft 



Frame Cross Eco-D, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 

cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black 

(white/green) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset 




M310 Brakes Tektro HDC-330 180/160 mm Brake 

levers Tektro HDC-330 / HDC-330 WS Rims Alex 



Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex Freewheel Shimano Altus 

8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano HG-40 Handlebar 

Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° 

Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort Seatpost Procraft 


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Frame Cross Eco-V, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 

cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color silk mat black 

(white/red) Fork SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset VP 

A68P Chainwheel Shimano M171, 48/38/28 Z. 



EZ-Fire Brakes Tektro M530 Brake levers Shimano 

ST-EF51 Rims Alex "Centurion" CDV-12 Hubs Joytech 

751DSE QR / 802DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires 

Schwalbe Smart Sam Active Line 37C, Reflex 

Freewheel Shimano Altus 8s, 11-32 Z. Chain Shimano 

HG-40 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 mm Stem 

Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Cross Comfort 




Frame Cross-V, AL Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm / 

Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black (white/anthrazite) Fork 

SR Suntour NEX, 50 mm Headset FSA No.10P 


7420ST Derailleur front Shimano M191 Derailleur 

rear Shimano Altus Shifters Shimano EZ-Fire Brakes 

Lee Chi MTB-117A Brake levers Shimano ST-EF51 

Rims A-Rim "Centurion" DM230 Hubs Joytech 

751DSE QR / 702DSE QR Spokes stainless Tires 

Kenda 700 x 40C Freewheel Shimano HG20 7s, 12-32 

Z. Chain KMC Z-51 Handlebar Procraft Riser OS, 640 

mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 17° Saddle Centurion Cross 

Comfort Seatpost Procraft SP-252, 27.2 mm Pedals 


Cross 

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Cross 

Cyclo Cross 

The versatile all-rounder 

jack-of-all-trades [ʤæk ɒv ɔ:l treɪdz]: someone who is adored for her/his many different talents. Also in MY 2014, the 

CENTURION Cyclo Cross still remains our “jack-of-all-trades” – quite a mix of a downright sportive character, of a general 

qualification for racing purposes and of an apt configuration which offers great suitability for everyday use. Thus a Cyclo 

Cross is much more than just a bike: Among the CENTURION lineup, it does represent the active athlete who wants to 

enjoy convincing propulsion also outside the training. 

Originally, cyclo-cross bikes were designed as winter training devices for highly motivated road racers. In later days, this 

innovation was refined and so became an own competitive bike discipline. That’s why cyclo-crossers and road bikes still 

share e. g. their sportive geometries, their wheelset sizes, their visual appearances and their typical curved road handlebars. 

But in the course of time, it became obvious that a cyclo-crosser can convince also beyond training and racing: 

Today, this bike category is contemporarily available with modern, powerful and reliable disc brakes which are not at all 

affected by any weather conditions, especially wet ones. All together, it offers maximum riding fun to all those cyclists 

who are looking for the best possible combination of speed and suitability for whatever everyday use. On all CENTURI- 

ON Cyclo Cross models, you can trust in sportive double drivetrains and mechanical disc brakes with low maintenance 

requirements. Fenders and a carrier can be installed as well. 

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Frame Cyclo Cross-D, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color black (white/green) Fork Cyclo Cross Carbon D Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit 

BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Ultegra Derailleur rear Shimano Ultegra Shifters Shimano Ultegra Brakes Shimano CX77 160 mm Brake levers Tektro Froglegs Rims Alex CXD-26 Hubs Shimano CX75 Spokes 

DT competition Tires Schwalbe Racing Ralph Perf. Line 33 Fold Freewheel Shimano Ultegra 11s, 11-28 Z. Chain Shimano Ultegra Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, -6° Saddle 

Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 9,6 kg 

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Frame Cyclo Cross-D, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 

61 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Cyclo 

Cross Aluminium D Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL 

Chainwheel Shimano 105, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano 

Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano 105 

Derailleur rear Shimano 105 Shifters Shimano 105 

Brakes Avid Ball Bearing Five Road 160 mm Brake 

levers Tektro Froglegs Rims Alex ATD-490 Hubs 

Shimano M525 Spokes DT Industry Tires Schwalbe 

Racing Ralph Perf. Line 33 Freewheel Shimano Tiagra 

10s, 12-30 Z. Chain Shimano 105 Handlebar Procraft 

Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, -6° 

Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 

27.2 mm Pedals keine Weight 10,5 kg 


Frame Cyclo Cross-D, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 

61 cm Color black (white/green) Fork Cyclo Cross 

Aluminium D Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL 

Chainwheel Shimano Tiagra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set 

Shimano Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano 

Tiagra Derailleur rear Shimano Tiagra Shifters 

Shimano Tiagra Brakes Tektro Lyra 160 mm Brake 

levers Tektro Froglegs Rims Alex ATD-490 Hubs 

Shimano M475 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe 

Racing Ralph Perf. Line 33 Freewheel Sram PG-1030 

10s, 11-32 Z. Chain KMC X-10 Handlebar Procraft 

Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS, -7° Saddle 



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Fitness 

Cross Speed 

Forwards with full power 

al·ter·na·tive [ɔ:l’tɜ:nətɪv]: second, other option; possibility to choose between two or more things. It is not that you 

weren’t able to decide in favour of a certain bike – but here is an idea! Because as a “road machine with linear handlebar”, 

a Cross Speed is exactly the right CENTURION for all riders who want be sure that a road racer’s sportive and 

agile propulsion is combined with the comfortable overview of a fitness bike. A slightly more upright geometry plus 

basically broader tyres with therefore specifically higher suitability for everyday use recommend this bike category 

also for daily commuting. Thanks to optional fender and carrier installation, the already enormous band width of a 

Cross Speed is additionally expanded by the factors “transport options” and “all-weather suitability”. 

For Season 2014, CENTURION still trusts in the utilization of light, reliable and elaborately shaped aluminium frames. 

Due to its “Tapered Steerer” (increasing from 1 1/8” at the top to 1.5” at the bottom), our Cross Speed delights with 

direct steering control and great tracking stability. Further, this series convinces with a wide selection of alternative 

configurations: Besides various lady-specific models, there are three drivetrain options as well as the possibility to 

select a carbon or an aluminium fork – depending on your personal interpretation of a Cross Speed’s desired sportiness. 

And it is almost obvious that this bike’s sportive demand has been taken into account by our designers also in 

a visual way. 

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Cross Speed 2000 

Frame Cross Speed-V, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Fitness Carbon Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano 105, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached 

Derailleur front Shimano 105 Derailleur rear Shimano Ultegra Shifters Shimano R780 Brakes Avid Single Digit 7 Brake levers Avid Single Digit 7 Rims Fulcrum "Wheel Set" Racing Quattro Tires Schwalbe 

Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel Shimano 105 10s, 12-27 Z. Chain Shimano 105 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS Pro, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 6° Saddle Centurion Race II Seatpost Procraft SP-358, 27.2 


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Frame Cross Speed-V, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 


black (white/red) Fork Fitness Aluminium Headset FSA 

No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Tiagra, 

50/39/30 Z. BB-Set Shimano attached Derailleur 

front Shimano Tiagra Triple Derailleur rear Shimano 

105 Shifters Shimano Tiagra Brakes Avid Single Digit 

5R Cartridge Brake levers Avid FR-5 Rims Mavic 

"Wheel Set" Aksium Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 

32 Freewheel Shimano Tiagra 10s, 12-30 Z. Chain 

Shimano 105 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS, 600 mm 





Frame Cross Speed-V, AL butted Sizes Gent: 48, 52, 

55, 58, 61 cm / Lady: 46, 50, 54 cm Color black 

(white/green) Fork Fitness Aluminium Headset FSA 

No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano M431-8, 

48/36/26 Z. BB-Set Shimano ES25 Octalink Derailleur 

front Shimano Deore Derailleur rear Shimano SLX 

Shifters Shimano Deore Brakes Tektro M730 Brake 

levers Tektro MT2.0 Rims Alex AT-490 Hubs Shimano 

M430 Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. 

Line 32 Freewheel Shimano Alivio 9s, 11-34 Z. Chain 

Shimano HG-53 Handlebar Procraft Flat OS, 600 mm 




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Urban 

City Speed 

King of the city 

town twin·ning [taʊn ‘twɪnɪŋ]: partnership between administrative districts or municipalities (especially cities) in 

different countries. Who says that only towns and cities can enter into relationships? How about you starting a friendly 

connection to your city yourself? On the adequate bike: definitely no problem at all! Also in Season 2014, CENTURION 

has saddled the right horse for modern urban knights: the City Speed. These models are designed as an intentional 

concentration on the essential and bring along anything which is necessary for daily rides through the city. 

Most notably, the model City Speed 1 proves a truly puristic feeling for cyclists: This 1-speed bike is optionally operable 

with freewheel configuration or – thanks to the flip-flop hub – as a “fixie”. At the same time, it lacks everything which 

could cause trouble: There are neither front nor rear derailleurs – just two pedals and the pilot’s power. For maximum 

safety in road traffic, our City Speed 1 features strong calliper brakes at the front as well as at the rear. In addition, 

mounting points for fenders, for a carrier and for a kickstand underline our single-speeder’s demand to be also really 

useful and not just a “state-of-the-art” creation. The same applies to the model versions City Speed 8 respectively 8 

Lady. The 8-speed gear hub of these bikes expands their application range from flat to hilly terrain without giving evidence 

for a shifting system at the very first sight. Furthermore, all CENTURION City Speed variants trust in a light and 

reliable aluminium frame plus comfortable 32 mm tyres. 

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City Speed 1 

Frame City Speed, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 cm Color light grey Fork Fitness Aluminium Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel CW-SCSP42 Single BB-Set TH 7420ST Brakes Tektro M730 

Brake levers Tektro RS360A Rims Alex AT-490 Hubs Novatec A165SBT / A166SBT Spokes stainless Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel Shimano MX30 Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft Flat 

OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-248D, 27.2 mm Pedals VP-992A Weight 9,2 kg 

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City Speed 8 

Frame City Speed, AL butted Sizes 48, 52, 55, 58, 61 

cm Color silk mat black (white/anthrazite) Fork Fitness 

Aluminium Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL 

Chainwheel CW-SCSP42 Single BB-Set TH 7420ST 

Shifters --- / Shimano Nexus Revoshift Brakes Tektro 

M730 Brake levers Tektro TS374A Rims Alex AT-490 

Hubs Shimano Deore / Nexus 8s Spokes stainless 

Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel 

Shimano Nexus Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft 

Flat OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7° Saddle 



City Speed 8 Lady 

Frame City Speed, AL butted Sizes 46, 50, 54 cm 

Color silk mat black (white/anthrazite) Fork Fitness 

Aluminium Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL 

Chainwheel CW-SCSP42 Single BB-Set TH 7420ST 

Shifters --- / Shimano Nexus Revoshift Brakes Tektro 

M730 Brake levers Tektro TS374A Rims Alex AT-490 

Hubs Shimano Deore / Nexus 8s Spokes stainless 

Tires Schwalbe Durano Perf. Line 32 Freewheel 

Shimano Nexus Chain KMC Z-410 Handlebar Procraft 

Flat OS, 600 mm Stem Procraft AL OS, 7° Saddle 



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Road

Road 

Gigadrive / Hyperdrive 

Faster, longer, further 

sport idol [spɔ:t ‘aɪdəl]: an athlete who is admired for her/his outstanding achievements. We admit that we take 

a certain pride in our new Gigadrive of MY 2014. Because from the first drawing to the last decor, this new carbon 

rocket has been outlined, developed and designed completely at our premises – and thus is a CENTURION from the 

first down to the very last fibre. No wonder that it reveals its origin already at first sight: Its “Tapered Steerer” leads the 

Gigadrive with highly reliable tracking precision unerringly forwards. The slim frame with its filigree rearstay underlines 

the sportive demand of the new and fully UCI-compliant carbon racer. 

The new development of the Gigadrive was especially focused on the modern mix of top stiffness data (for maximum 

power transfer) and of enough comfort (especially when coping with long distances). For instance, the bottom bracket 

is remarkably stiff to transfer each of the pilot’s “leg watts” onto the road quite effectively. And at the same time, the 

slim design of the seat post as well as of the seat and the chain stays do result in an excellent flex for the complete 

rearstay construction. Therefore the new Gigadrive is a top recommendation for fast short distances as well as for 

many epic touring hours. With suitability for electric shifting groups plus internal routing of cables and wires, this 

CENTURION does prove its sense for future-oriented conceptual design. The latter also applies to the utilization of the 

new 11-speed drivetrain which is as well a part of the aluminium model Hyperdrive (otherwise unchanged for 2014). 

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Gigadrive 4200 Di2 

Frame Gigadrive Carbon Sizes 47, 50, 53, 56, 59, 62 cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Gigadrive Carbon Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit BB71 

Derailleur front Shimano Ultegra Di 2 Derailleur rear Shimano Ultegra Di 2 Shifters Shimano Ultegra Di2 Brakes Shimano Ultegra Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Mavic "Wheel Set" Aksium WTS 25 Tires 

Mavic Aksion 25 Freewheel Shimano Ultegra 11s, 11-28 Z. Chain Shimano Ultegra Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, -6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 27.2 


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Gigadrive 4200 

Frame Gigadrive Carbon Sizes 47, 50, 53, 56, 59, 62 

cm Color Carbon (white/Racing red) Fork Gigadrive 

Carbon Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel 

Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit 

BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Ultegra Derailleur 

rear Shimano Ultegra Shifters Shimano Ultegra 

Brakes Shimano Ultegra Brake levers Shimano 

attached Rims Mavic "Wheel Set" Aksium WTS 25 

Tires Mavic Aksion 25 Freewheel Shimano Ultegra 

11s, 11-28 Z. Chain Shimano Ultegra Handlebar 

Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 

-6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 



Frame Hyperdrive Race, AL Sizes 50, 53, 56, 59, 62, 

65 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Road 

Carbon Headset FSA No.55E-SL Chainwheel 

Shimano Ultegra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano Press-Fit 

BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Ultegra Derailleur 

rear Shimano Ultegra Shifters Shimano Ultegra 

Brakes Shimano Ultegra Brake levers Shimano 

attached Rims Mavic "Wheel Set" Aksium WTS 25 

Tires Mavic Aksion 25 Freewheel Shimano Ultegra 

11s, 11-28 Z. Chain Shimano Ultegra Handlebar 

Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS Pro, 

-6° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-369, 


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Frame Hyperdrive Race, AL Sizes 50, 53, 56, 59, 62, 65 cm Color silk mat black (white/neon red) Fork Road Carbon Headset FSA No.55E / BB-410-SL Chainwheel Shimano Tiagra, 50/34 Z. BB-Set Shimano 

Press-Fit BB71 Derailleur front Shimano Tiagra Derailleur rear Shimano Tiagra Shifters Shimano Tiagra Brakes Tektro R325 Brake levers Shimano attached Rims Alex Race 24 Hubs Shimano Tiagra Spokes 

stainless Tires Maxxis Detonator 25 Freewheel Sram PG-1030 10s, 11-32 Z. Chain KMC X-10 Handlebar Procraft Road Compact OS Stem Procraft AL OS, -7° Saddle Centurion Race Seatpost Procraft SP-368, 


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Trend-setting 

sign·post [saɪn’pəʊst]: (arrow-shaped) sign indicating which way or road leads to a certain destination. Fortunately, 

not a single one of our four e-bike models for Season 2014 does share any visual similarities with a road sign. 

Nevertheless, the CENTURION pedelecs Backfire E.29, E-Fire Sport and E-Co as well as the brand-new E-Fire Tour 

are genuine signposts towards future cycling: These four electric CENTURION bikes so cover a comprehensive range 

beginning with a classic low-entry model on to sportive variants with touring suitability and up to a Twentyniner MTB. 

Therefore they do represent the complete band width of adequate application areas for modern e-bikes. 

Also in 2014, we completely rely on the technology of drivetrain specialist Bosch for all models. The re-engineered 

Bosch middle-engine concept still features three highly sensitive sensors. But now, 1000 measurements per second 

ensure an even better analysis and thus an even better adaption to the pilot’s demands. The “Active Line” is 

excellently suitable for e-bike fans who want to pedal as economically as possible while the “Performance Line” has 

a pointedly sportive character. And the rider may choose between newly designed accumulators with 300 or 400 

Wh. At the top end, the new CENTURION pedelec program is rounded up by special DX models with a convincing 

high-end configuration. 

For detailed information about further innovations in MY 2014 (e. g. revised frame tubes, improved dropouts or the 

modified integration of the Bosch engine), please have a look at our e-bike catalogue which is available separately at 

your authorized CENTURION retailer. 

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E-Fire Sport 400A DX EQ 

E-Fire Sport 410 DX 

E-Fire Sport 400A EQ 

E-Fire Sport 

Fitness for everyone 

Frame: E-Fire Sport, AL 

Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 

Color: matt-schwarz(weiß-grau) 

Brake: Shimano M615 180/160 mm 

Shifter: NuVinci Harmony Advanced 

Engine: Bosch Performance Line 

Battery: Bosch PowerPack Std. 400Wh 


Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 

Color: matt-schwarz(rot-grau) 


Shifter: Shimano Deore XT 




Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 








E-Fire Sport 410 


Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 



Shifter: NuVinci N360 




Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 

Color: weiß(rot) 






Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 










Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 

Color: metallic schwarz(rot) 

Brake: Tektro HDC330 180/160 mm 

Shifter: Shimano Deore 




Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 







Size: 46, 51, 56, 61 cm 

Color: matt-grau(cyan) 


Shifter: Shimano Alfine 

Engine: Bosch Active Line 


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E-Fire Tour 400A DX EQ 

E-Fire Tour 410 DX 

E-Fire Tour 400A EQ 

E-Fire Tour 

Relax and enjoy 

Frame: E-Fire Tour, AL 

Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 







Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 

Color: matt-schwarz(rot-grau) 






Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 








E-Fire Tour 410 


Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 







Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 







Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 










Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 







Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 







Size: 46, 50, 54 cm 







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E-Co 400A EQ 

Frame: E-Co, AL 

Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm 





Battery: Bosch PowerPack Racktype 400Wh 

E-Co 

Arrive in comfort 

E-Co 400 EQ 


Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm 






E-Co 410 EQ 

E-Co 308 Coaster EQ 

E-Co 308 EQ 

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Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm 







Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm 


Brake: Magura HS11 

Shifter: Shimano Nexus 




Size: 43 cm[26“], 48, 53, 68 cm 





Battery: Bosch PowerPack Racktype 300Wh

Backfire E 600.29/27 

Frame: Backfire E 

Size: 41 cm[27,5“], 46, 51, 56 cm 


Brake: Shimano M615 180 mm 

Shifter: Shimano SLX 



Backfire E.29 

Biking powerful 

Backfire E Ultimate.29/27 

Frame: Backfire E 

Size: 41 cm[27,5“], 46, 51, 56 cm 

Color: matt-schwarz(rot) 

Brake: Shimano Deore XT 180 mm 





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Bike-Wear & Accessories 

Dressed perfectly 

CENTURION style packages 

for tours and every day 

The adequate outfit for every occasion: For Season 2014, we have reissued our bike-wear program and do now 

present new designs which match our bikes of the current model year. In addition, CENTURION fans are delighted by 

quite a few accessories which enable them to take along the red “C” anywhere in their leisure time as well. 

1 

1 Long-sleeved jersey “Nizza” 

Warm “Nortex Warm” fabric (200 g / m², 100 % polyester). Premium quality for the cold season, pleasantly skinfriendly 

and roughened on the inside. Stays warm and dry also during extreme physical efforts. Full-length front 

zipper, three back pockets, useful additional zipper pocket. Sizes: S – XXL 

2 Short-sleeved jersey “Nizza“ 

Highly elastic “Interlock“ fabric (120 g / m², 100 % polyester). Premium wearing comfort due to optimal breathability 

even during extreme physical exercise at high temperatures. Full-length front zipper, three back pockets, useful additional 

zipper pocket. Sizes: S – XXL 

3 Windproof vest “Nizza“ 

Ultra-light microfibre vest consisting of cutting-edge “Sushi” fabric (85 g / m², 100 % polyester microfibres). The small 

pack size and the low weight make this vest an optimal companion in the jersey pocket. With mesh back (90 g / m², 

100 % polyester) and three back pockets. Sizes: S – XXL 

4 Bib shorts “Spider“ 

Super-smooth “Lycra Power” fabric (210 g / m², 80 % polyester, 20 % spandex). The new “Lucky” seat pad does satisfy 

even highest demands with regard to seating comfort: It is seamlessly manufactured from elastic microfibre fabric 

(170 g / m², 82 % polyamid, 18 % spandex) and includes two different padding areas. Broad elastic hems prevent 

slipping but do not restrict the legs. Sizes: S – XXL 

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5 Lanyard 

A casual accessory and trustworthy companion: The CENTURION 

lanyard prevents important things from getting lost. 

5 

6 Hoodie “Authentic“ 

Fleecy and warm fibre mix (280 g / m², 80% cotton, 20 % polyester). 

With its straight cut and the distinctive print, this hoodie sweater 

does always cut a fine figure not only on freezing days. With 

drawstring leading in the double-layer hood, extra routing for headphone 

cables and red “C” on its shoulder. Sizes: XS – 3XL 

7 T-Shirt “B&C“ 

Casual, airy t-shirt (100 % cotton, 150 g / m²) with a distinctive CEN- 

TURION chest print and the typical red “C” on its shoulder. Sizes: 

S – 3XL 

8 Socks “DeFeet“ 

Equally suitable for cycling and leisure-time activities: Thanks to 

their nylon/cotton/spandex mix, these socks do stay reliably dry 

and cling to your feet optimally. Sizes: 36 – 46+ 

9 Cap “Flexfit“® 

Original “Flexfit”® high-performance cap with red “C” stitching 

(frontside) and white CENTURION logotype (backside). Perfect fit 

thanks to spandex insert and “Flexfit“® ribbon. Material: 84 % nylon, 

14 % cotton, 2 % spandex. Sizes: S / M and L / XL. 

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The Ziller Valley 

A top spot for bikers 

and the health-conscious 

well-be·ing [wel ‘bi:ɪŋ]: ggood physical and mental condition. 

“A healthy mind in a healthy body” (lat. “mens sana in corpore 

sano”) – this idea which was already well-known in Roman times 

is reliably confirmed with every visit in the Ziller Valley (Tyrol, Austria) 

in a pleasantly modern way. Since years, this partner region 

of CENTURION has especially been proving itself as an eldorado 

for bikers: Its options range from health-promoting tours on the 

broad valley floor and varied MTB trips along idyllic forest roads 

with amazing views up to technically demanding “trail hunts” 

downhill from one of the many peaks. Therefore the Ziller Valley 

does offer really everything which makes cyclists completely 

happy. 

By now, a bike and MTB trail system (more than 800 km) which 

is superbly signposted passes through the region between the 

Hintertux Glacier and the town of Strass at the valley entrance. 

The Ziller Valley’s strength is its character: With a constant altitude 

level (550–650 m above sea level) and an average of about ten sun 

hours per day, the unique broad valley floor offers ideal conditions 

for families and visitors seeking recreation. At the same time, MTB 

riders are attracted by the mountain world along the valley borders. 

Countless 3.000-metre peaks grace the view while a total 

of seven summer cable cars shuttles bikers towards the summits 

where from they can start their downhill adventures in the middle 

of a wonderful panorama. Ideally, the “personal accumulator” is 

charged en route in one of the 152 culinary destinations serving 

typical regional delicacies. Speaking of accumulators: Also e-bike 

fans get their money’s worth completely in the Ziller Valley – parti- 

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* lat.: „Mens sana in corpore sano.“

cularly the “Genusstour“ (“Indulgence Tour“) is extremely popular. 

In cooperation with CENTURION, you are able to enjoy one- or 

two-day tours (e. g. on a Backfire E.29) visiting the Top Three 

mountain huts named Kristallhütte, Wedelhütte and Platzlalm. En 

route, biking on health-promoting altitude levels is combined with 

exclusive culinary indulgence. Along the way, the breathtaking 

panorama of the Ziller Valley and the Tux Alps acts as an effective 

motivation booster for mastering the altitude difference. 

There is also an incomporable range of options for all those who 

do not want to rely on the support of an electric engine but visit 

the region with highest athletic ambitions instead: Every year, the 

three-day “Ziller Valley Bike Challenge” with its unique finish at the 

Tuxer Fernerhaus (2.600 m above sea level) attracts about 400 

riders from more than 15 different nations. In the toughest competition 

category “King / Queen of the Mountain”, the participants 

tackle a total of about 200 km and an altitude difference of 10.000 

m. But thanks to “Prince / Princess”, “Lord / Lady” and “Conquerer 

/ Conqueress”, the unique racing experience can be eased 

moderately and alternatively as well: In some of these categories, 

cable cars support the fight for collecting altitude metres. 

Zillertal Tourismus GmbH 

Telefon +43 . 5288 . 87 187 

www.zillertal.at 

Gernot Paesold 

CEO Zillertal Tourismus 

With the ‘Indulgence Tours’ 

on CENTURION e-bikes, even 

more free-time bikers are able to 

enjoy the great possibility to 

experience the Ziller Valley’s unique 

natural beauty. 

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The Black Forest 

The activity paradise in the 

south-west of Germany 

di·ver·si·fied (adj.) [daɪ’vɜ:sɪfaɪd]: full of variety; not monotonous. 

No doubt: As Germany’s highest and largest low 

mountain range, the Black Forest does not know any monotony. 

About 150 km long (from north to south) and up to 40 

km wide, this dreamy area in the south-west of Baden-Wuerttemberg 

offers numerous options especially for guests who 

prefer sportive activities: For example, bikers can pedal leisurely 

through the flat Rhine River plain or master tough altitude 

differences while tackling one of the six elevations above 1.400 

m. By now, more than 8.500 km of signposted MTB trails want 

to be explored on off-road wheels. Road racers are delighted 

by numerous back roads leading through quaint valleys or 

uphill to demanding summits. In addition, fans of slim tyres are 

awaited by many sportive challenges such as the “Black Forest 

Ultra Bike Marathon” (Schwarzwald Ultra Radmarathon, 

SURM; www.surm.de) with single distances up to 230 km and 

an altitude difference of 4070 m – all in all enough reasons for 

the fact that CENTURION has been cooperating with the Black 

Forest region for many years. 

During the “Bike X-ing Schwarzwald” (450 km, altitude difference 

more than 16.000 m), MTB riders can pedal through the 

Black Forest on excellently marked trails between the towns of 

Pforzheim and Bad Saeckingen. En route, they cross almost 

the whole of the Black Forest and have the possibility to combine 

various options while being guided by perfectly reliable 

signposts everywhere. Further plus factors: None of the route 

sections violates local forest or way-leave regulations while 

numerous gastronomic and touristic facilities cater for the de- 

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mands of MTB riders nearby (for additional information, please 

visit www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info/Entdecken/Rad-und- 

MTB/Mountainbike/bike-crossing-schwarzwald). Or do you 

even favour an organized stage race through the Black Forest? 

Here you are: The meanwhile ninth “VAUDE Trans Schwarzwald” 

with again new routing (this time: Pforzheim–Offenburg) 

is going to start in the middle of August 2014. The more than 

400 km course over an altitude difference of almost 10.000 m 

will not only push leisure-time bikers to their limits and beyond 

but will also lure different pro teams to the starting lines of 

the five legs (for information and registration, please visit www. 

trans-schwarzwald.com). Besides adequate training activities 

(e. g. training camps or organized weekend events), special 

courses focussing on MTB riding techniques are considered 

as optimal preparation for a challenge of this kind. The full program 

is offered by the professional organizer “beiTune” whose 

courses and tours are gladly supported by CENTURION. 

But a visit to the Black Forest can of course also be enjoyed 

maximally without highest athletic ambitions: Touring in 

the twelve Black Forest regions with pedelec rental, e-bikers 

are able to recharge and change their accumulators at one of 

the momentarily more than 200 charging stations (for further 

details, please visit www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info/Entdecken/Rad-und-MTB/e-bike). 

Fortunately, this saves enough 

time for a slice of fresh Black Forest gateau as well… 

Schwarzwald Tourismus GmbH 

Telefon +49 761 89 64 60 

www.schwarzwald-tourismus.info 

Markus Kaufmann, German MTB 

Marathon Champion 2012 

The Trans Schwarzwald is not 

only something special because 

it crosses a domestic hot spot in 

form of the Black Forest: Where 

else are freetime and pro bikers so 

close to each other over a total of 

five stages? 

Partner 

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DIRO 

Bike Holidays 

Hubert Schwarz 

”Only someone who does move will 

move something!” 

This man is becoming a living legend: Hubert 

Schwarz is an extreme athlete, author, motivator, 

life coach and socially dedicated model partner 

at the same time. For many years, CENTURION 

has been supporting the charming Franconian 

and his team whenever the subject “biking” comes 

into focus. Regarding this, there has been, 

is and will be a lot – especially in 2014, when 

Hubert Schwarz is going to celebrate his 60th 

birthday. 

And you can hardly believe that he runs – in addition 

to all his athletic activities – also an activity 

centre in the Franconian town of Buechenbach 

together with his wife Renate. 

People who lack a certain own motivation are 

coached and supported by the centre. No matter 

if nutrition and health seminars, company 

incentives, sport events or motivating lectures: 

The team of the Hubert Schwarz Centre offers 

all kinds of answers on how to pick up momentum 

in one’s own life (again). The initiator of the 

idea “Moving People” is himself the best example 

for the fact that a healthy dose of motivation 

can move a lot: His “Training Round” on road 

bikes was the role model for the 400 km roadracing 

event “Classic 400”. In addition, Hubert 

Schwarz takes part in different athletic challenges 

again and again (e. g. together with Joey 

Kelly). And above all he is fascinated especially 

by one special event: The legendary 5.000 km 

“Race Across America” (RAAM; www.raceacrossamerica.org) 

running nonstop from the west 

coast to the east coast of the USA. In 2014, 

Hubert Schwarz and three team mates set their 

sights on for a new world record in the age category 

60+. 

In 2014, also the meanwhile legendary “beneflizz“ 

biking event in the context of the RTL Charity 

Marathon will again be supported by CEN- 

TURION. So far, Hubert Schwarz has been able 

to collect more than € 200.000 in this “cycling” 

way. We too want so say thank you – and keep 

on moving! 

www.hubert-schwarz.com 

Ambitioned bike athletes do like to think back: 

In 1987 and 1988, Reimund Dietzen (pro rider at 

that time) achieved Rank Two at the Vuelta a España 

respectively after he had become German 

Road Champion for several times. Cycling veteran 

Uli Rottler is also remembered for numerous 

German National Titles and not only by bike fans 

from Baden for winning the Road World Championship 

Masters in 2011. “Dietzen and Rottler“ 

team up as (shortened) “DiRo”, the bike holiday 

specialist for the Mediterranean region Catalonia 

in the north of Spain. And in 2013, the team of 

experienced DiRo guides has additionally been 

extended by CENTURION brand ambassador 

Udo Boelts. This is another excellent reason 

for ambitioned road-racing enthusiasts to book 

their training camp with this company. 

For Season 2014, a total of 80 rental bikes (40 

aluminium and 40 carbon models respectively) 

is available. Already from only € 90 per week, 

these racers recommend themselves as optimum 

sport devices for extensive tours e. g. 

through the Catalonian hinterland or along the 

idyllic Costa Daurada. Directly in the heart of 

Cambrils and about 300 m behind the beach, 

DiRo is based in the four-star hotel “Tryp Port” 

built as recently as 2002. For 2014, a total of 

three terms is put at guests’ disposal; the tours 

are offered for six different performance levels. 

www.diro-radferien.eu 

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Partner

Max Hürzeler 

Europe’s Number One 

Seeberger 

Quality based on tradition 

When pioneers work together, the result is inevitably excellent. That’s why CEN- 

TURION has already decided many years ago to cooperate with Bicycle Holidays 

Max Huerzeler and to equip Europe’s leading provider of bike vacations. From the 

upcoming Season 2014 on, a total of 1.800 CENTURION bikes will be available 

for rent at the twelve Huerzeler locations on Majorca, in Andalusia and in the Ziller 

Valley – absolutely perfect preconditions for a training camp or relaxed high-quality 

bike holidays. Road-racing customers enjoy the exquisite option to ride one of the 

Huerzeler special editions of our carbon model Gigadrive. 

Already for nearly 30 years now, Bicycle Holidays Max Huerzeler has been a synonym 

for perfectly organized bike tours led by experienced guides. What began 

as the favourite training spot of Max Huerzeler (former World Champion in motorpaced 

cycling) has become the hub of his offer for biking enthusiasts: On Majorca 

alone, the Swiss company by now operates a total of ten locations. Together with 

the guests of the two additional places in Chiclana (Andalusia) and Mayrhofen (Ziller 

Valley), about 30.000 customers per year do trust in the great experience of the 

bike-holiday specialist. International tours in e. g. Thailand, Argentina, Cuba or the 

USA are also available. 

From 1844 on, Seeberger has been standing for premium-quality 

nuts and fruits and classy coffees. Well, the partnership between 

the family-run company from the city of Ulm and CENTURION 

has been a bit shorter – but all the same equally superior: Whenever 

CENTURION appears in shows or events, our team members 

and guests enjoy the great variety of Seeberger snacks from the 

very best of nature. Also decisive for us: Seeberger trusts in a demonstrably 

sustainable production of high ecological and social 

standards. 

www.seeberger.de 

For bookings, please visit: 

Mallorca Aktiv GmbH 

www.mallorca-aktiv.de 

Vaude 

Sustainably modern 

www.bicycle-holidays.com 

Fortunately, cycling is more than just a trend. In contrast, the adequate 

outfits produced by CENTURION’s equipment partner Vaude 

are definitely trendy and presented each new season for bikers 

of virtually all kinds. In 1974, the company was founded by the von 

Dewitz family (“vD” = “Vaude”) in Tettnang, (Upper Swabia); since 

2009, it has been managed by Antje von Dewitz. Already at an 

early point of time, Vaude has trusted in sustainability and responsible 

production. Until today, this dedication has been rewarded 

with several awards and prizes. 

www.vaude.com 

Partner 

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L 

G 

G 

L 

G 

C 

C 

C 

L 

L 

G 

G 

C 

L 

G 

G 

L 

G 

Q7 

C 

Q1 

C 

Numinis / Numinis Carbon.29 

No Pogo.27 

Trailbanger 

Backfire Carbon.29 

AH 

AH 

AH 

AH 

Q8 

Q8 

L 

Q8 

L G 

L G 

CT 

C 

CT 

C 

CT 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

F 

Rahmengröße 41 46 51 56 61 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben CT 410 460 510 560 610 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C – 

Oberrohrlänge AH 585 605 625 645 665 

Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 69 69.5 69.5 70 70 

Sitzrohrwinkel effektiv Q7 73 

Sitzrohrwinkel tatsächlich Q8 70.5 

Hinterbaulänge D 453 

Tretlagerabsenkung H 35 

Steuerrohrlänge L 95 110 125 140 170 

Gabeleinbaulänge G 525 

Gabelvorbiegung F 46 

Radstand W 1120 1135 1156 1171 1193 

Tretlager Press-Fit 92 

Hinterbaubreite E-Thru 142 

Rahmengröße 41 46 51 56 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben CT 410 460 510 560 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C 366 416 467 517 

Oberrohrlänge AH 575 595 615 635 

Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 67.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel effektiv Q7 74 

Sitzrohrwinkel tatsächlich Q8 69.2 



Steuerrohrlänge L 110 125 100 140 



Radstand W 1128 1149 1171 1193 






Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 67.0 67.5 67.5 68.0 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 72.5 72.5 72.5 72.5 


Tretlagerabsenkung H -20 




Radstand W 1123 1138 1161 1177 

Tretlager BSA 73 


Backfire 

AH 

L 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

D 

H 

H 





Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70.5 70.5 71 71 

Sitzrohrwinkel effektiv Q7 73 73 72.5 72.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel tatsächlich Q8 71.7 71.5 70.7 70.6 






Radstand W 1076 1097 1105 1126 



Backfire.29 

Backfire Carbon.27 

Backfire.27 

AH 

AH 

AH 

Q8 

CT 

C 

CT 

C 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

F 



Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C 355 405 455 505 555 


Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70.5 70.5 71 71 71.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel effektiv Q7 73 73 72.5 72.5 72 

Sitzrohrwinkel tatsächlich Q8 71.5 71.6 71.2 71.3 70.8 






Radstand W 1076 1097 1105 1126 1129 

Tretlager BSA 73 / Press-Fit 92 

Hinterbaubreite 135 





Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70 70 70.5 70.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73 73 72.5 72.5 






Radstand W 1081 1090 1060 1111 



Rahmengröße 36 41 46 51 56 61 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben CT 360 410 460 510 560 610 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C 301 354 405 457 508 559 

Oberrohrlänge AH 550 570 590 610 630 650 

Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70 70 70 70.5 70.5 70.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73.5 73 73 72.5 72.5 72.5 



Steuerrohrlänge L 95 100 110 130 155 185 



Radstand W 1045 1060 1081 1090 1111 1126 

Tretlager BSA 73 / Press-Fit 92 


Rahmengröße 31 36 41 46 51 56 61 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben CT 310 360 410 460 510 560 610 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C 260 310 360 410 460 510 560 

Oberrohrlänge AH 530 550 570 590 605 620 630 

Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 69,5 69,5 70 70 70,5 70.5 70.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73.5 73.5 73 72.5 72 71.5 71 



Steuerrohrlänge L 95 95 110 125 140 170 200 



Radstand W 1028 1048 1059 1074 1078 1088 1092 



Backfire Fit 

AH 

Backfire Fit Lady 

AH 

EVE.29 

AH 

EVE 

AH 

L G 

L G 

CT 

CT 

CT 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

C 

W 

Q1 

W 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

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Geometries 





Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70 70.5 70.5 71 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 71 70.5 70 70 






Radstand W 1013 1017 1026 1035 



Rahmengröße 41 46 51 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Oben CT 410 460 510 

Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C 230 230 230 

Oberrohrlänge AH 555 570 585 

Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70 70.5 70.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 71 70.5 70 



Steuerrohrlänge L 110 125 155 



Radstand W 1013 1017 1026 







Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70 70 70,5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73.5 73 73 






Radstand W 1070 1085 1100 

Tretlager 73 






Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 69 69 69,5 69,5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73 72.5 72 72 






Radstand W 1037 1048 1057 1073 

Tretlager * BSA 73 

Tretlager ** Press-Fit 92 


* EVE Eco und Basic ** EVE Sport

C 

L 

G 

L 

G 

L 

L 

L 

G 

G 

G 

R’Bock 

Cross Line 

Cross Line Lady 

Cyclo Cross 

AH 

AH 

AH 

AH 

L G 

L G 

L G 

CT 

CT 

C 

CT 

C 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

C 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

F 

12 Walk 12 16 20 24 





Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70,5 70 70 70 69 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 70,5 72,5 73 74 73 

Hinterbaulänge D 220 270 310 380 420 

Tretlagerabsenkung H "-10" -10 9 8 25 


Gabeleinbaulänge G 220 220 270 355 390 

Gabelvorbiegung F 24 24 24 38 38 

Radstand W 544 595 737 906 999 

Tretlager – 65 68 BSA 68 BSA 68 

Hinterbaubreite 95 110 110 135 135 






Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73.5 73.5 73 73 72.5 






Radstand W 1056 1072 1081 1097 1095 







Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 71.5 71.5 72 72 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73.5 73.5 73 73 






Radstand W 1057 1072 1082 1097 



Cross- & City Speed 

AH 

Cross- & City Speed Lady 

AH 

L G 

L G 

CT 

C 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

C 

W 

Q1 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

H 





Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70.5 71 71.5 72 72 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 74.5 74 73.5 73 72.5 






Radstand W 1002 1003 1010 1025 1045 

Tretlager Press-Fit 86,5 


Gigadrive 

AH 

Hyperdrive 

AH 

L G 

CT 

C 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

F 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

F 






Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73.5 73.5 73 73 72.5 






Radstand W 1032 1052 1062 1078 1077 







Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 71.5 71.5 72 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73.5 73.5 73 






Radstand W 1022 1042 1052 



Rahmengröße 47 50 53 56 59 62 



Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 72 72.5 73 73 73.5 73.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73 73 73 73 73 73 






Radstand W 965 970 976 986 992 1008 



Rahmengröße 50 53 56 59 62 65 


Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C 460 490 520 550 580 610 


Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 72.5 72.5 73 73 73.5 73.5 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 74 73.5 73.5 73 73 72.5 






Radstand W 972 983 994 1004 1013 1017 



Backfire E.29 

E-Fire Sport 

E-Fire Tour 

E-Co 

AH 

AH 

AH 

AH 

L G 

CT 

CT 

CT 

C 

Q7 

Q1 

D 

H 

S 

CT 

Q7 

W 

Q1 

Q7 

Q1 

Q7 

Q1 

D 

H 

F 

D 

H 

D 

H 





Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70 70.5 71 71 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73 73 72.5 72.5 

Hinterbaulänge D 450 470 470 470 

Tretlagerabsenkung H 45 65 65 65 


Gabeleinbaulänge G 485 505 505 505 

Gabelvorbiegung F 42 46 46 46 

Radstand W 1081 1122 1131 1151 

Tretlager – 






Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 71 71 71.5 72 

Sitzrohrwinkel Q7 73 






Radstand W 1082 1092 1107 1123 

Tretlager – 






Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 71 71 71.5 







Radstand W 1079 1090 1105 

Tretlager – 




Sitzrohrlänge Mitte / Mitte C – – – – 


Steuerrohrwinkel Q1 70.5 


Hinterbaulänge D 465 465 440 465 

Tretlagerabsenkung H 45 70 70 70 


Gabeleinbaulänge G 435 460 460 460 


Radstand W 1094 1117 1141 1162 

Tretlager – 

Hinterbaubreite 

135 (132 E-Co 308 Coaster EQ) 

Geometries 

135

Gigadrive Disc 

A new era begins 

Road bikes represent pure fascinating velocity. Their construction is reduced to the essentials while their riders 

do consider themselves as real purists. Is it allowed to revise a well-proven system completely at essential points? Is it 

allowed to intervene in this filigree piece of art? We are convinced: Yes, it is. And in the case of disc-brake utilization, 

it even is a must. 

It took many years until disc brakes became established in the MTB sector – today, they are standard especially in the 

high-end segment. Their benefits are too convincing, their performance is too powerful. And by now, the modern brake 

technology has also entered the cyclo-cross world: Since 2010, disc brakes for cyclo-cross racing have officially 

been authorized by the International Cycling Union (Union Cycliste Internationale; UCI). So why not for road machines 

as well? “Because they are too heavy”, opponents will say. And because they might cause friction, because they look 

unfamiliar etc… And? Disc brakes do not only convince with a considerably higher performance (especially in wet 

conditions): They also take the safety-relevant component “rim” as a wearing part out of the calculation. They enable 

exciting rim designs. They allow the use of lighter inner tubes. They simplify the realization of tubeless concepts etc. 

And? A road bike with disc brakes can look truly fascinating. Here is the Gigadrive Disc. Coming 2014. 

Preview 2014 

137

Thank you 

”Everything will be alright in the end. If it is not, then it is 

not the end.” (Oscar Wilde, 1854-1900) 

Quite a few literary comparisons might be drawn when we pass 

the production process of the 2014 CENTURION catalogue in review. 

So for instance: “Rome was not built in a day“ or “All that 

glitters is not gold”. But because we are (once again) proud of 

what has become “our baby” for MY 2014, we have decided for 

the good end of an again exciting production – whose success 

resulted, as it has always done, from the dedication of quite a lot 

of extraordinarily motivated people. 

Besides the obligatory praise of ourselves for the conceptualization, 

layouting, planning and realization with regard to the contents 

of “CENTURION Bikes 2014”, we do especially thank Daniel 

Geiger (www.danielgeiger.net): His successful mix of professionalism, 

experience, exceptional dedication and a pinch of “intuitive 

thinking at the right moment” has again resulted in excellent 

photos. 

Though our bikes did not only cut a good figure outdoors alongside 

with models (who also deserve our gratitude): They too had 

to be put into the right indoors perspective for precise close-ups. 

Regarding this, a big thanks goes to Olaf Nagel (www.nagel-photodesign.de) 

who has already often had to work under less difficult 

conditions for sure… Thank you, Markus Mittner (www.kontrastplus.net), 

for the final picture editing and so for our catalogue’s 

“visual fine tuning“! And not least, a reliable printing company is 

necessary to ensure that the precious piece is not only published 

digitally but also that your hands can feel its weight – many 

thanks, BluePrint AG (www.blueprint.de)! 

During the photo shootings, we were kindly supported by the 

Schwarzwald Tourismus GmbH and by the Zillertal Tourismus 

GmbH – thank you for the excellent assistance on location! Our 

models were kept warm and dry by Vaude Bikewear; their precious 

heads and eyes were protected with the help of Alpina. 

Great thanks for this as well! 

And our very special thanks goes to Inge and Herbert this year – 

thank you for your special contribution which was so superb! As 

you can see: it was worth it!

Japan Marui Ltd. www.centurion-bikes.jp info@centurion-bikes.jp 

Korea Od Bike Inc. www.odbike.co.kr jaykim@odbike.co.kr 

Taiwan Dirotech Corp. www.centurion-bikes.com info@dirotech.com.tw 

Poland Profesjonalna Grupa Rowerowa Sp. Z O.o. www.grupapgr.pl info@grupapgr.pl 

Swiss Belimport SA www.centurion.ch info@belimport.ch 

Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxembourg CENTURION Benelux B.V. www.centurionbikes.nl info@centurionbikes.nl 

Australia Advancetraders www.centurion-bikes.com sales@advancetraders.com.au 

Austria MERIDA & CENTURION GERMANY GMBH www.centurion.de vertrieb@merida-centurion.de 

Italy PANORAMA DIFFUSION KG www.panoramadiffusion.it info@panoramadiffusion.it 

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Phone +49 (0) 71 59 / 94 59 - 600 

Fax +49 (0) 71 59 / 94 59 - 500 

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