Just in time for the 25th anniversary of the
world's first balloon bike tire, it's here:
Schwalbe's Motion Big Apple
Environmentally friendly performance
The Schwalbe Motion Big Apple sets new standards with its modern design and the highest standards of environmental friendliness. It is the direct successor to the Big Ben and the predecessor of the Big Apple.
Addix Green
Schwalbe's most environmentally friendly rubber compound with consistent performance.
100% rCB
Made from 100% recycled carbon black (rCB) from Schwalbe's tire recycling program.
Comfort and cushioning
The Motion Big Apple, when inflated to low air pressure, effortlessly glides over both asphalt and forest trails, absorbing every bump along the way. Its generous volume delivers absolute comfort, cushioning every shock without the need for complex suspension. Plus, its versatile tread pattern boasts modern design elements that extend beautifully into its sidewall structure.
Suitable for everyday use and highly versatile
The Motion Big Apple is suitable for e-bikes in the touring and urban segments, but also for trekking and city bikes without a motor. For everyday commuting, but also for classic bike tours. The Big Apple is also a good choice for children's and youth bikes as well as light, unmotorized cargo bikes.
New product range structure
Schwalbe triggered a boom in balloon bike tires with the introduction of the first Big Apple in 2001. The tires remain hugely popular to this day. The Motion Big Apple is also the first touring tire to be included in Schwalbe's new product range structure.
Addix Green
New name for our most environmentally friendly rubber compound, previously known as ADDIX Eco. The content remains the same: up to 80% renewable and recycled materials. These include:
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