The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

Performance Linethe sporty e-bike system

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

The Performance Line truly lives up to its name. It is designed for sportive, powerful cycling both when accelerating in hilly terrain and when cycling in lowland country. With the highest precision, its performance is combined with that of the eBiker, generating sportive support that dominates every terrain and every gear. From flat to steep, from moderate to full power. The inner values are complemented by an equally impressive exterior. Design and ergonomics combine a high level of aesthetics and usability.

The Performance Line brings a mass of energy and momentum to the street, to the dirt road, to the pass, to the single trail. The powerful drive system consists of the Drive Unit Cruise (25 km/h). PowerPack 300 or PowerPack 400 and the compact Charger. Intuva Active is the clever eBike control centre.

The strong energy is reflected with the young and sportive design of the anthracite-coloured components – a design awarded with the Red Dot Award for product design. In keeping with its design and performance, a wide range of sports models such as mountain or trekking eBikes can make optimal use of the Performance Line.

Drive Unit Performance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

The Drive Unit Performance Cruise enables sporty assistance up to 25 km/h. The difference is the technology behind the new modern anthracite-coloured design of the components. The improved drive system has more powerful electronics and a low-vibration motor as well as lower volume and weight. The optimised 3-sensor concept takes measurements 1,000 times per second with maximum precision for optimal power tuning and a new, unique riding experience. The optimal balance of performance and range is also a matter of pure enjoyment.

Cruise 25 km/h, Hub gear Cruise 25 km/h, Derailleur gear
Gear shift detection No Yes
Maximum assistance speed 25 km/h 25 km/h
Torque 50 Nm 60Nm
Weight < 4 kg < 4 kg

Intuvia Performance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

Designed in anthracite-colour in accordance with the Performance Line, the new cycle computer Intuvia Performance presents itself as the control centre of the eBike. . It features simple and intuitive operation trough the separate remote control.

Switching between the five riding modes, plus walk assistance, and look up information such as speed, charging state, distance and much more could not be easier. Even when removed from the ebike, Intuvia remains a useful information tool that makes it possible for you to retrieve all your tour data.

A USB port allows you to charge external hardware such as smartphones and MP3 players. With Intuvia Performance, high-precision distance measurements are possible. The eBiker himself can make a fine adjustment to the wheel circumference at the touch of a button.

The five available riding modes – Turbo, Sport, Tour, Eco and Off – can be easily and conveniently selected via the separate control unit without it being necessary to take one’s hands off the handlebar. Bosch offers the perfect drive mode for every eBike user and riding:

Drive modes

The Bosch eBike System includes five different drive modes — perfect for every eBike user and riding style:

Mode
Turbo
  • Maximum power assist even at the highest pedaling frequencies for sport riding
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 275 %
Sport
  • Immediate power assist for sport riding
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 170 %
Tour
  • Consistent power for long tours
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 110 %
Eco
  • Effective power for maximum range
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 50 %
Off No assistance

PowerPack 300 & 400 Performance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

The PowerPacks of the Performance Line are lithium-ion batteries with 300 Wh and 400 Wh, respectively. The PowerPack 400 Performance comes in two versions: as a rack or as a frame battery. The PowerPack 300 Performance is available as a frame battery.

The new PowerPacks are batteries with unmatched energy density. The battery management system offers optimal protection against overload, undervoltage, overheating and short circuit, and it also increases the long service life of the PowerPacks.

PowerPack 300 PowerPack 400
Mounting Type Frame battery Frame battery / Rack battery
Voltage (V) 36 V 36 V
Capacity (Ah) 8.2 Ah 11 Ah
Energy content (Wh) 300 Wh 400 Wh
Weight 2.0 kg 2.5 kg / 2.6 kg

All PowerPacks at a glance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive systemPowerPack 300 Performance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive systemPowerPack 400 Performance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive systemRack battery PowerPack 400 Performance

Charger Performance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

The improved battery charging device of the Performance Line

The new charging device is compact and lightweight. The Charger weighs less than 800 grams, including the cable. The improved charging plug and practical hook-and-loop strip for cable sorting also simplify handling. The new battery charging device is designed without air vents, preventing contamination and making it more robust.

Charging time (at 4A) 50% charge 80% charge 100% charge
PowerPack 300 1 h 1.5 h 2.5 h
PowerPack 400 1.5 h 2 h 3.5 h

Compact and lightweight

Dimensions:

  • 190 mm x 86 mm x 54 mm
  • Weight: < 800 grams

Range of Performance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

Ideal conditions**

Flat terrain at approx. 20 km/h average speed, no headwind, approx. 20°C ambient temperature, high-quality bike components, tyre tread and pressure with minimal rolling resistance, experienced ebike rider (always shifts gears correctly), additional weight (excluding bike weight) < 70 kg.

Favourable conditions**

Slightly hilly terrain at approx. 25 km/h average speed, slight headwind, approx. 10°C to
20°C ambient temperature, medium-quality bike components, tyre tread and pressure with average rolling resistance, favourable cadence, ebike rider shifts correctly most of the time, additional weight (excluding bike weight) 70 kg to 80 kg.

Difficult conditions**

Terrain with long and steep inclines at 25 km/h average speed, possibly strong headwind, < 10°C ambient temperature, bicycle components with relatively low efficiency, tyre tread and pressure with increased rolling resistance, unfavourable gear selection / cadence, additional weight (excluding bike weight) > 85 kg.

 

Active Line the harmonious e-bike system

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

With the Active Line, Bosch provides a versatile, custom-made product for modern eBikers. It enables cyclists to travel longer distance and have more mobility in everyday life with a tailwind on demand. The Active Line is ideal for recreational eBikers and shopping trips or the Sunday bike ride with a city or touring ebike.

All components come in a discreet platinum and black colour and are designed ergonomically. Bosch won this year’s Red Dot award for the product design.

With utmost precision, the new drive concept combines the performance of the Drive Unit with that of the eBiker, generating perfectly metered assistance, with the energy required travelling along in the form of the lightweight, varied PowerPacks. The Active Line guarantees new, unparalleled riding comfort. Intuvia Active is the clever eBike control centre.

Drive Unit Active

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

The Drive Unit Active provides perfectly metered assistance up to 25 km/h. It is available in eBikes with hub and derailleur systems.

It has an improved drive system with more powerful electronics and a low-vibration motor. The optimised 3-sensor concept takes measurements 1,000 times per second with maximum precision for optimal power tuning and a new, unique riding experience.

Lighter and more compact

The reduced volume results in lower weight of the Drive Unit and a shorter pedal distance, thus increasing the ergonomics.

Cruise 25 km/h, Hub gear Cruise 25 km/h, Hub gear
Gear shift detection No Yes
Maximum assistance speed 25 km/h 25 km/h
Torque 48 Nm 48 Nm
Weight < 4 kg < 4kg

The powerhouse

The new arrangement of the gear system provides for optimal integration of the Drive Unit design and increased ground clearance.

Intuvia Active – the clever ebike control centre

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

Designed in platinum-colour in keeping with the Active Line, the new cycle computer Intuvia Active presents itself as the control centre of the eBike. It features simple and intuitive operation trough the separate remote control.

Switching between the five riding modes, plus walk assistance, and look up information such as speed, charging state, distance and much more could not be easier. Even when removed from the ebike, Intuvia remains a useful information tool that makes it possible for you to retrieve all your tour data.

A USB port allows you to charge external hardware such as smartphones and MP3 players. With Intuvia Active, high-precision distance measurements are possible. The eBiker can make a fine adjustment to the wheel circumference at the touch of a button.
The five available riding modes – Turbo, Sport, Tour, Eco and Off – can be easily and conveniently selected via the separate control unit without taking one’s hands off the handlebar. Bosch offers the perfect drive mode for every eBike user and riding:

Drive modes

The Bosch eBike System includes five different drive modes — perfect for every eBike user and riding

Mode
Turbo
  • Maximum power assist even at the highest pedaling frequencies for sport riding
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 225 %
Sport
  • Immediate power assist for sport riding
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 150 %
Tour
  • Consistent power for long tours
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 100 %
Eco
  • Effective power for maximum range
  • At 100 % personal pedal power, the motor contributes an additional 40 %
Off No support

PowerPack 300 & PowerPack 400 Active

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

The PowerPacks of the Active Line are lithium-ion batteries with 300 Wh and 400 Wh, respectively. They are available in each case as a rack or frame battery. They are now even easier to install and remove, and they also support charging directly on the bike.

The new PowerPacks are batteries with unmatched energy density. The battery management system offers optimal protection against overload, undervoltage, overheating and short circuit, and it also increases the long service life of the PowerPacks.

PowerPack 300 PowerPack 400
Voltage (V) 36 V 36 V
Capacity (Ah) 8.2 Ah 11 Ah
Energy content (Wh) 300 Wh 400 Wh
Weight 2.0 kg / 2.4kg 2.5 kg / 2.6 kg

All PowerPacks at a glance

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive systemPowerPack 300 Active

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive systemPowerPack 400 Active

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive systemRack type battery PowerPack 300 Active

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive systemRack type battery PowerPack 400 Active

Range of Active

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

Ideal conditions**

Flat terrain at approx. 20 km/h average speed, no headwind, approx. 20°C ambient temperature, high-quality bike components, tyre tread and pressure with minimal rolling resistance, experienced ebike rider (always shifts gears correctly), additional weight (excluding bike weight) < 70 kg.

Favourable conditions**

Slightly hilly terrain at approx. 25 km/h average speed, slight headwind, approx. 10°C to
20°C ambient temperature, medium-quality bike components, tyre tread and pressure with average rolling resistance, favourable cadence, ebike rider shifts correctly most of the time, additional weight (excluding bike weight) 70 kg to 80 kg.

Difficult conditions**

Terrain with long and steep inclines at 25 km/h average speed, possibly strong headwind, < 10°C ambient temperature, bicycle components with relatively low efficiency, tyre tread and pressure with increased rolling resistance, unfavourable gear selection / cadence, additional weight (excluding bike weight) > 85 kg.

Charger Active

The new 2014 Bosch eBike crank drive system

Charger Active – the improved battery charger of the Active Line

The new charging device is compact and lightweight. The Charger weighs less than 800 grams, including the cable. The improved charging plug and practical hook-and-loop strip for cable sorting also simplify handling. The new battery charging device is designed without air vents, preventing contamination and making it more robust.

Charging time (at 4A) 50% charge 80% charge 100% charge
PowerPack 300 1 h 1.5 h 2.5 h
PowerPack 400 1.5 h 2 h 3.5 h

Compact and lightweight

Dimensions:

  • 190 mm x 86 mm x 54 mm
  • Weight: < 800 grams

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