Douze Cycles

V2 Brose (compact urban)

Compact

Douze Cycles is the French answer to premium cargo engineering. The V2 Brose (€4,200) is the compact entry, featuring a Brose Drive S motor and 130 kg load capacity — a solid no-frills urban hauler. The Hêta (€5,890) is where Douze shows off: a 630 Wh battery paired with Shimano EP6 Cargo motor, 160 kg load, and the heaviest bike in their lineup at 61 kg. The weight reflects the engineering: full-suspension longjohn built to handle serious payload without flex. Douze's reputation rests on meticulous component selection and real-world testing — less marketing noise, more substance. Bikes are sold primarily through European dealers rather than direct-to-consumer, which speaks to the brand's professional positioning. The Hêta is particularly appealing to couriers and multi-child families who need a workhorse.