In recent years, there has been a significant rise in the popularity of electric bikes (eBikes) as an eco-friendly and efficient mode of transportation. Among the leading names in eBike motor technology, Bosch stands tall with its innovative motor systems that have revolutionized the cycling experience. In this blog, we'll dive into the exciting world of eBikes equipped with Bosch motors, exploring their features, benefits, and how they are changing the way we ride.
At the heart of every Bosch-powered eBike lies their renowned motor systems - the Performance Line and Performance Line CX. These motors provide a perfect blend of power and efficiency, offering riders seamless pedal-assist to conquer hills, headwinds, and long distances with ease. The Performance Line CX, in particular, caters to adrenaline-seekers, providing a dynamic riding experience for mountain biking or off-road adventures.
Bosch eBike displays, such as the Intuvia and Purion, act as the rider's command center, providing vital information and intuitive control over the motor system. With easy-to-read screens, riders can adjust assistance levels, monitor battery life, speed, distance, and even access fitness data. The user-friendly interface ensures you're always in control of your eBike's performance.
To extend the fun and make the most of your eBike journey, Bosch offers high-capacity eBike batteries. These lithium-ion power packs come in various sizes and capacities, allowing riders to choose the right battery for their needs. Bosch batteries are known for their reliability and longevity, ensuring you can explore the world around you without worrying about running out of juice.
In the age of digital connectivity, Bosch motors and eBike systems have not been left behind. With the introduction of smartphone apps and GPS connectivity, riders can access route planning, ride tracking, and even software updates directly from their mobile devices. This seamless integration enhances the overall eBike experience and makes navigation a breeze.
One common misconception about eBikes is that they replace pedaling entirely, but this couldn't be further from the truth. Bosch motors are designed to provide pedal-assist, meaning they amplify your pedaling efforts rather than replacing them entirely. The rider's input is essential, as the motor adapts its assistance based on the pedaling power, promoting a more engaging and active ride.
eBikes equipped with Bosch motors not only offer an enjoyable riding experience but also contribute to a greener and cleaner environment. By choosing an eBike over a conventional vehicle for daily commuting or short trips, you reduce your carbon footprint and help combat air pollution.
Bosch's commitment to innovation and sustainability has made their eBike motor systems a game-changer in the world of electric cycling. With their powerful yet efficient motors, user-friendly displays, and reliable batteries, Bosch has successfully transformed the way we explore and experience the outdoors on two wheels.
So, whether you're an adventure enthusiast, a daily commuter, or someone seeking an eco-friendly alternative to traditional transportation, an eBike with a Bosch motor is sure to elevate your riding experience to new heights. Embrace the thrill of eBiking, and let Bosch motors power you on exciting journeys while making a positive impact on the planet.
Hop on an eBike with a Bosch motor and embark on a new chapter of cycling, where the joy of riding meets the benefits of electric assistance. Welcome to the world of electrified exploration!
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Why? The pedelec versus the rest: when does an eBike become a motor-bike
E-bike can mean different things to different people. A pedelec is the one that is closest to a normal bike.
This is for two reasons. Firstly, it really is a normal pedal bike, but with an electric motor which helps you when pedalling. And secondly, the term covers bikes with a motor that only supports you up to 25km/hour.
A pedelec can go faster than that, but only if you are a super-duper pedaller and
do it by yourself. As far as the law is concerned, a pedelec is treated the same as a normal bike: you don’t need a licence, or insurance, and you can use the same cycle paths.
If you want to pedal and use your motor to go faster than 25km/hour, you need a speedy S-Pedelec, with a more powerful motor. And if you can’t always be bothered with the pedalling, and want a throttle or twist grip on the handlebars, there are e-Bikes for that too. But these both take you into motor-bike territory as far as the law is concerned, and into a different kind of experience as far as
riding is concerned.
As a bike shop, we’re 100% committed to the true pedal-bike, which for electric bikes is the pedelec. Why Bosch? The Bosch drive unit is a mid-drive motor. That is, it is not built into the front or the rear wheel, but instead it is mounted centrally, where it can directly transmits power to the chain. Just like a non-
electric bike, this means that the propulsion is provided at the pedals rather than at the wheel, giving a more natural riding sensation. It is also relatively light, provides balanced weight distribution, uses less energy, and enables the motor to operate more efficiently at a wider range of speeds.
Actually, it’s more than just a motor. It includes three sensors that measure your pedal power, your speed and your pedal revolutions per minute (your cadence). The drive unit samples these more than 1000 times per second, and adapts accordingly. Bosch reckons that this gives you a unique, natural-feeling ride.
We can’t comment on the uniqueness, but it is certainly great quality.
There are other bits of Bosch kit, too, that can be used to get a top-notch e-Bike.
Thinking about the environment? OK, it’s true that the most environmentally friendly way to cycle is muscle-power alone. But an electric bike is still a better option than driving. And Bosch batteries aim for efficiency and long life, to make the most of the precious content. They are relatively lightweight, which helps.
They come in a variety of shapes and sizes, which means that you can get the combination of charge time, power, mileage and cost that best suits you. Servicing e-Bikes We might not sell e-bikes, but we’re fully qualified to service bikes fitted with Bosch eBike systems. We also work with Shimano eBike components. The satisfying thing about these manufacturers is their reliability and robustness – not only is this good for owners, but it makes the bikes a pleasure to work with, for the mechanic. Do come in if you need any repairs or services.
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We’re based at 155 Hornsey Road, in what must be the friendliest row of shops in Holloway. For all of those people who’ve stuck their heads round the door in the last couple of weeks to find out what happened to the bed shop: the lovely people at Bargain Bedstores have retired. We’ve been painting, hammering and screwing to convert the inside from bed shop to cycle specialists. The neighbours have lent us support, advice and equipment, for which we are hugely grateful. And we’ve been delighted to meet passing cyclists who have also stuck their heads round the door to welcome us.
And now: the workshop is set up, the environmentally-friendly bike washing machine is plugged in, and our website is ready to accept bookings. We’re looking forward to actually doing what we set out to do when we planned Eleven Bikes: to provide a combination of personalised friendly service and high quality, good value work, and have fun while we do it.
We offer all sorts of repairs, to all sorts of bikes, including e-bikes and cargo bikes, and for every sort of cyclist from the knowledgeable to the newbie.
We have a menu of standard services – 3 levels of service for ordinary bikes, plus services for e-bikes and for cargo bikes (and even e-cargo-bikes). You can book them either online or in person, and then when you bring your bike in we can talk through with you what it actually needs. And of course we can also do one-off repairs, like mending punctures, fixing snapped components, or whatever else has gone wrong and needs fixing.
We also sell bike accessories: tyres and inner tubes, lights, bells, locks etc.
We can’t wait to get started.
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