Just in time for the 25th anniversary of the world's first balloon bike tire, it is ready: Schwalbe's Motion Big Apple – a tire that makes a statement thanks to modern design and the highest standards in environmental friendliness. 

It is the direct successor to the Big Ben and the previous model of the Big Apple.

The environmental friendliness of the tire:

- Addix Green: Schwalbe's most environmentally friendly rubber compound with consistent performance, containing 80% renewable raw materials and recycled materials:

- Among other things, it uses 100% recycled carbon black (recovered Carbon Black, rCB) from Schwalbe's tire recycling.

- Made 100% from fair-trade natural rubber.

Comfort and cushioning

The Schwalbe Motion Big Apple absorbs every bump with low air pressure and rolls easily over asphalt as well as forest paths. It stands for absolute comfort and cushions every shock thanks to its large volume – all without complicated suspension technology. The versatile tread design incorporates modern design elements that are also reflected in the sidewall structure of the Motion Big Apple. 

Intended use

The Motion Big Apple is suitable for e-bikes in the touring and urban segments, as well as for trekking and city bikes without motors. For daily commutes to work, but also for classic bike tours. The Big Apple is also a good choice for children's and youth bikes, as well as light non-motorized cargo bikes.

New Motion product family

The Motion Big Apple is also the first touring tire to be included in Schwalbe's new product range structure. Motion represents a new product family in Schwalbe's city/tour segment – complementing the well-known Marathon family. More tires from the Motion family will be introduced in 2026.