Bosch Debuts New Active Line Plus Drive, Intuvia 200 Display, and ConnectModule for eBikes
Bosch eBike Systems unveiled a new drive unit, display, controller, and tracking module for city eBikes, enhancing performance, comfort, and security.
60 Nm
115 miles
185 Wh/kg
What Happened
Bosch eBike Systems announced several new components for city eBikes equipped with the smart system. The offerings include the updated Active Line Plus drive unit, the Intuvia 200 display, the compact LED Controller, the Bosch ConnectModule with improved tracking, and the PowerTube 720 high-capacity battery.
60 Nm torque, 600 W power, 340% support
The new generation is 1 lb lighter and 17% smaller, with 40% recycled aluminum housing.
- Active Line Plus drive unit: 60 Nm torque, 600 W power, compatible with eShift and backpedal brake.
- Intuvia 200 display: 2.4-inch grayscale, 1000 nits brightness, permanently mounted.
- LED Controller: 65% smaller than predecessor, USB-C charging, tactile buttons.
- ConnectModule: BLE precise tracking, part of Flow+ subscription.
- PowerTube 720: 720 Wh, 185 Wh/kg, range up to 115 miles, interchangeable with other PowerTube batteries.
The ConnectModule uses GPS, cellular, and motion sensors for theft detection and precise Bluetooth tracking. The PowerTube 720 battery offers high energy density and is interchangeable with other models. Both features aim to enhance rider convenience and security.
Why this matters
These upgrades make eBikes more powerful, lighter, and easier to use, with improved theft protection and longer range, encouraging more people to choose eBikes for daily commuting and recreation.
Terms in This Story
- eShift
- An electric gear shifting system that automatically selects the optimal gear ratio.
- ConnectModule
- A telematics unit that connects the eBike to the internet for tracking and theft protection.
- Flow+
- A subscription service offering advanced features like precise tracking and alarm notifications.
- PowerTube
- Bosch's line of rechargeable lithium-ion batteries designed for integration into eBike frames.
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