E-bike tuning
- for e-bikes/pedelecs with BOSCH Generation 1
BOSCH - Generation 1 includes the two drives of the "Classic Line", which were built by BOSCH eBike Systems before 2013. More than 50 manufacturers relied on the Classic Line motors at that time, so that many e-bikes and pedelecs are still on the road with them today. At this time, the tuning scene also started to become active and some modules for the 1st generation are still available. At SIP Scootershop, we have tuning options from Badass and ASA Speed for the Classic Line.
THE BOSCH GENERATION 1 MOTORS
BOSCH CLASSIC DRIVE UNIT
The first drive unit for pedelecs and e-bikes to be launched on the market by the newly founded start-up BOSCH eBike Systems. An all-rounder for every riding style and situation. For overland tours and short distances in the city.
Year of manufacture: 2011
Generation: 1
Torque: 50 Nm
Four riding modes: Eco, Tour, Sport & Speed
3-sensor technology
Support up to 25 km/h
BOSCH CLASSIC DRIVE UNIT SPEED
Less than a year later, this drive unit for e-bikes came onto the market. With this motor, a speed of 45 km/h can be achieved. The transmission of the motor power is extremely controlled.
Year of manufacture: 2012
Generation: 1
Torque: 50 Nm
Four riding modes: Eco, Tour, Sport & Speed
3-sensor technology
Support up to 45 km/h
THESE MANUFACTURERS OFFER TUNING FOR GENERATION 1
ASA SPEED
The tuning specialists from near Freiburg have concentrated on Bosch and Yamaha drives for e-bikes and pedelecs. For the Classic Line, ASA offers modules that are installed directly on the motor and are not visible from the outside. Both for 25 and 45 km/h.
BADASS
E-bike and pedelec tuning from Lower Franconia. The so-called Badass Box is not installed on the motor, but simply attached from the outside and works with the Classic Line motor up to 25 km/h. The Badass Box 4 is one of the most innovative products on the market.
WHAT TUNING VARIANTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR GENERATION 1?
At SIP Scootershop we offer the following tuning modules for the Classic Line:
BOXES
These small boxes are plugged onto the sensor of the bike or pedelec and now this tool halves the transmitted speed, doubling the motor support. It is a wireless device that can be removed again in no time. The manufacturer Badass is the market leader here.
TUNING MODULES
These small boxes contain a chip, are installed invisibly under the engine cover and clamped between the sensor and the control unit. The module can even be switched on or off via the display while driving. The latest modules, such as the Speedbox B, also have integrated app control via Bluetooth. The control and also the reading of the motor data can be done with the smartphone. However, tools are required for installation and removal. In the following, we will go into more detail about these modules.
The motors are controlled by a speed pulse that tells them how fast a pedelec or e-bike is travelling. If the pulse reaches 25 km/h, the motor switches off. However, if only every second signal of the impulse comes through, 50 km/h can be reached, because the motor is "fooled" into thinking it is travelling at a different speed. With cheap modules, the speedometer then simply displays half the speed.
More sophisticated chips are more advanced: they halve the impulse only from 23 km/h or, in some drives, they are directly connected to the data transmission between sensor and motor, so that the speedometer always shows the correct values. The most modern tuning modules, for example from VOLspeed or Speedbox, even display the total kilometres driven and average speeds correctly.
However, the software version of the bike and pedelec must also be kept in mind. A carelessly installed update from the manufacturer can abruptly end the tuning pleasure. Be careful, because the motor manufacturers and tuning experts are constantly playing a cat-and-mouse game.
Want to know more about e-bike tuning?
Here you'll find all the information you need on the subject: Finding the right tuning module.
And our FAQ on the subject of Speedbox and BOSCH.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
It should be noted that the operation of this type of modified electric bicycle on public roads may be against the law in some countries. The dealer accepts no responsibility for any damage caused by the use of tuning products. Electric bicycles equipped with tuning products must not be used on public roads, cycle paths and squares. Electric bicycles equipped with tuning products may only be used on private property and at your own risk.