The new Performance Line CX motor for the 2016 model year offers a clearly noticeable increase in power with a maximum torque of 75 Newton meters. Previously, Bosch's most powerful drive - the Performance model - delivered 60 newton meters of torque. The new motor can unleash its full power at just twenty crank revolutions per minute - i.e. when starting uphill or when pulling out of tight bends. The drive now also delivers maximum torque continuously up to high speeds. The assistance level of the pedal force applied is a maximum of 300 percent, the drive unit supports up to 25 km/h.

More development and ground clearance
With the Performance Line CX unit, Bosch engineers have not only worked on the electric motor itself, but have also further developed the housing. This is now slimmer than before, making more space for the rear end of full-suspension bikes and also improving ground clearance. The housing is now powder-coated, making it ready for rough off-road riding.

The gear ratio has also been redesigned: with a new 14 mm chainring on the front of the motor unit in combination with a 10-42 mm cassette from Sram or an 11-42 mm counterpart from Shimano, no mountain should prove too steep.

New options for the Nyon on-board computer
In model year 2016, there are numerous innovations for Nyon, the Nyon app and the ebike-connect portal. One feature is the option of integrating up to ten intermediate destinations into the route planning and placing them directly in the map view. In addition, a special route function has been developed for e-mountainbikes, which selects particularly suitable MTB trails.

Including GPX tracks and altitude measurement
GPX tracks can now also be imported into the ebike-connect portal. All portal functions and transfer to the Nyon computer are available for these tracks. With the help of the new Topo range display, the on-board computer should also be able to determine the exact radius of action. With manual calibration at the start of the ride, Nyon also guarantees an exact altitude display.

More juice
The new PowerPack 500 battery provides an improved range. The powerful lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 500 Wh offers maximum energy density and, above all, more capacity for electric mountain bikers, sporty riders and commuters. The battery cells are fully charged in just 4.5 hours. Previously, Bosch batteries had a maximum capacity of 400 Wh; the new 500 Wh can be accommodated in the same housing dimensions as before.

Electronic shifting?
The integrated electronic shifting solution also has some updates in store for the 2016 model year. Bosch promises that the electronic shifting support means that the shifting processes are perfectly coordinated, adapt to every situation and achieve an optimum range thanks to consistently efficient gear ratios.

The eShift function was developed with the gear manufacturers NuVinci, Shimano and Sram and is available in three different versions: 1. cadence-based, stepless NuVinci automatic shifting, now with a new manual 9-speed mode. 2. Shimano Di2: Integrated and electric hub gears, now with auto downshift. 3. Sram DD3 Pulse: Speed-dependent and automatic hub gears, now with manual 3-speed mode.

No electronic shifting on electric mountain bikes yet
Bosch has not yet introduced an electronic shifting device or a corresponding technology partnership for e-mountainbikes. It is probably only a matter of time before the existing interfaces and technologies are used to link the shifting on the e-mountainbike to the drive and the data recorded there. This could result in faster and smoother gear changes and, in particular, a greater range.

Last but not least: Adjustable service function
What is known and recognized in cars is now also finding its way to e-bikes. Service intervals can now be programmed on the Nyon computer by the manufacturer or specialist dealer.

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