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The motor
All Riese & Müller E-Bikes and E-Cargo bikes are equipped with Bosch motors from the Active and Performance lines. The drives impress with absolutely no need for maintenance and are among the most reliable on the market. With pedal assistance of up to 25 km/h, and up to 45 km/h on our HS models, you can reach any destination effortlessly.
With the tremendous driving force of the Bosch motors, you can conquer any terrain and any mountain. Its aesthetically pleasing integration into the crank bearing ensures plenty of ground clearance, a low centre of gravity, directional stability and the direct transfer of force to the back wheel via a chain or belt. The riding experience provided by the mid-mounted motor most closely approximates the sensation of riding a normal bike. All Riese & Müller E-Bikes are Pedelecs and S-Pedelecs (with the HS models). The driving force is controlled using the pedals, not via an accelerator handle as on a motorbike. The harder you push on the pedals, the more the electric drive supports you. When you stop pedalling, the motor stops, and you continue to roll – just like on any normal bike.
A pushing and starting aid fitted as standard helps your E-Bike up slopes even when you’re not sitting in the saddle. The button used to make your bike push itself at 6 km/h is located on the external control unit. The maintenance-free motors have an electronic control unit with an ultra-modern 32-bit processor and sensors for power, pedal rate and speed. Thanks to 1,000 sensor measurements per second, its coordination is superb. The higher the power, the higher the torque and therefore the faster the acceleration. The maximum speed up to which your motor provides assistance is 25 km/h, while the Performance Speed motor on our HS models assists you at up to 45 km/h. The combination of the motors with a derailleur gear enables a greater degree of efficiency than the combination with a hub gear.
New products
The Bosch Performance Line CX motor (4th generation)
The fourth generation of the Performance CX is the most powerful E-Bike motor to have been produced by Bosch. It sets totally new benchmarks with up to 340% pedal assistance, a maximum torque of 75 Nm, extremely sporty start-up characteristics and pedalling rate assistance of up to 120 rpm. Compared to its predecessor model, it cannot fail to win you over with its greater dynamics, even lower pedal resistance and 25 % lower weight. At the same time, it is almost half the size, providing for ultra-aesthetic and unobtrusive integration.
The Bosch Performance Line Speed motor (4th generation)
Assistance up to a speed of 45 km/h makes the new Performance Speed drive the fastest Bosch E-Bike motor. 250 watts of power, improved pedal assistance of up to 340 % and even better drive torque of up to 75 Nm compared to the previous model are your guarantee for maximum riding pleasure. It’s the real top-performer in the new generation of Bosch motors with its reduced volume, lower weight and full assistance even at high speeds.
For the Speed motor, you need an insurance certificate and a driving licence for small powered bikes. A class MA driving licence (from the age of 16 upwards) or a driving licence for cars includes this. Helmets are mandatory on HS models. We recommend using an E-Bike helmet that complies with the EN 1077 and EN 1078 standards.
The Bosch Cargo Line Cruise motor (4th generation)
The latest generation of Bosch Cargo Line Cruise motor is the most powerful E-Bike motor ever to have been produced by Bosch with programming optimised for E-Cargo bikes. It sets totally new benchmarks with up to 400% pedal assistance, a maximum torque of 75 Nm, extremely powerful start-up characteristics and pedalling rate assistance of up to 120 rpm. It cannot fail to impress with its excellent dynamics, ultra-low pedal resistance, reduced weight and small dimensions, which provides for ultra-aesthetic and unobtrusive integration.
The Bosch Cargo Line Speed motor (4th generation)
Assistance up to a speed of 45 km/h makes the new Cargo Line Speed drive the fastest Bosch E-Bike motor. 250 watts of power, improved pedal assistance of up to 340 % and even better drive torque of up to 75 Nm compared to the previous model are your guarantee for maximum riding pleasure. It’s the real top-performer in the new generation of Bosch motors with its reduced volume, lower weight and full assistance even at high speeds. For the Speed motor, you need an insurance certificate and a driving licence for small powered bikes. A class MA driving licence (from the age of 16 upwards) or a driving licence for cars includes this. Helmets are mandatory on HS models. We recommend using an E-Bike helmet that complies with the EN 1077 and EN 1078 standards.
The Bosch Performance Line motor (3rd generation)
250 watts of power, increased maximum drive torque of 65 Nm and improved pedal assistance of up to 300 % make the new Bosch Performance drive a real top-performer. Its dynamic start-up characteristics and reliable powerful assistance up to 25 km/h guarantee the best possible performance on all terrains. It is winning over customers with its extremely quiet running and very low pedal resistance – even when switched off. Thanks to its reduced volume and lower weight, the new Bosch Performance motor is a truly exceptional motor.
The classics
Bosch Performance Line CX motor (2nd generation)
The Bosch Performance Line CX offers up to 300 % pedal assistance, a maximum torque of 75 Nm, extremely sporty start-up characteristics and pedalling rate assistance of up to 120 rpm. With “Direct Flow” you have a powerful push on the back wheel from speeds of just 20 rpm. Whether it be uphill or on the flat, this acceleration will inspire you. Another highlight in the new Performance CX motor is the eMTB mode, which replaces the previous Sport mode (this is displayed as Sport mode on the Intuvia Display). Here, the progressive motor assistance automatically adapts to the individual riding style regardless of pedal pressure. This ensures optimum assistance at all times, which really pays off on climbs.
Bosch Active Line Plus motor (3rd generation)
With pedal assistance of up to 250%, the 3rd generation Active Line Plus drive is perfect for city trips, for example. Thanks to its low-profile design, it fits inconspicuously onto the frame. The torque of up to 50 Nm ensures smooth and agile acceleration. A balanced riding experience, motor coasting and no pedal resistance at over 25 km/h transform every trip into an adventure.
The Bosch Performance Line Speed motor (4th generation)
Assistance up to a speed of 45 km/h makes the Performance Speed drive the fastest Bosch E-Bike motor. Sporty start-up characteristics, 250 watts of power and pedal assistance up to 275 % guarantee the ultimate riding pleasure with a maximum drive torque of up to 63 Nm. For the Speed motor, you need an insurance certificate and a driving licence for small powered bikes. A driving licence for class MA (from the age of 16 upwards) or for cars includes this. Helmets are mandatory on HS models. We recommend using an E-Bike helmet that complies with the EN 1077 and EN 1078 standards.
Bosch Performance Cruise motor
Sporty dynamic start-up characteristics, 250 watts of power and a maximum drive torque of up to 63 Nm make the Performance Cruise drive a real performer. Reliable assistance up to 25 km/h and pedal assistance up to 275 % also ensure the best possible performance for active riders on any terrain.
Bosch Active Line motor (2nd generation)
A maximum torque of up to 50 Nm, pedal assistance of 250 % and harmonious start-up characteristics make the Bosch Active Line motor ideal for leisurely tours and relaxed outings. The pedal assistance for pedalling rates up to 100 rpm provides you with constant relief during your ride. And you can always feel the powerful performance of the 250-watt motor.
Bosch Active Plus motor
With pedal assistance of up to 250 %, the Active Plus drive is perfect for city trips, for example. Thanks to its low-profile design, it fits inconspicuously onto the frame. The torque of up to 50 Nm ensures smooth and agile acceleration. A balanced riding experience, motor coasting and no pedal resistance at over 25 km/h transform every trip into an adventure.
The drive concepts at a glance.
| Active Line Plus (Gen3) | Performance Line (Gen2) | Performance Line Speed (Gen2) | Performance Line CX (Gen2) | Performance Line (Gen3) | Performance Line Speed (Gen4) | Performance Line CX (Gen4) | Cargo Line Speed (Gen4) | Cargo Line Cruise (Gen4) | |
| Maximum speed with assistance | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 45 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 45 km/h | 25 km/h | 45 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Number of levels of assistance | 4 (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, eMTB***, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, eMTB***, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, eMTB***, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo) | 4 (Eco, Tour, Sport, Turbo) |
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Increase of pedal force |
TURBO: 270 % | - | TURBO: 275 % | TURBO: 300 % | TURBO: 300% | TURBO: 340% | TURBO: 340 % | TURBO: 400 % | TURBO: 400 % |
| SPORT: 180 % | - | SPORT: 190 % | eMTB***: 120 – 300 % | eMTB: 120-300% | SPORT: 240 % | eMTB***: 140-340% | SPORT: 240 % | SPORT: 240 % | |
| TOUR: 100 % | - | TOUR: 120 % | TOUR: 120 % | TOUR: 120 % | TOUR: 140% | TOUR: 140% | TOUR: 140% | TOUR: 140% | |
| ECO: 40 % | - | ECO: 55 % | ECO: 50 % | ECO: 55 % | ECO: 60% | ECO: 60% | ECO: 60% | ECO: 60% | |
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Max. possible drive torque* (excluding Shimano Nexus 8-speed hub gear) |
TURBO: 50 Nm | - | TURBO: 63 Nm | TURBO: 75 Nm | Turbo: 65 Nm | TURBO: 75 Nm | TURBO: 75 Nm | TURBO: 75 Nm | TURBO: 75 Nm |
| SPORT: 45 Nm | - | SPORT: 55 Nm | eMTB***: 75 Nm | eMTB: 60 Nm | SPORT: 60Nm | eMTB***: 75 Nm | SPORT: 60 Nm | Sport: 60 Nm | |
| TOUR: 40 Nm | - | TOUR: 50 Nm | TOUR: 50 Nm | Tour: 45 Nm | TOUR: 50Nm | TOUR: 50 Nm | TOUR: 50 Nm | TOUR: 50 Nm | |
| ECO: 35 Nm | - | ECO: 40 Nm | ECO: 40 Nm | ECO: 35 Nm | ECO: 40 Nm | ECO: 40 Nm | ECO: 40 Nm | ECO: 40 Nm | |
| Mechanical force (at 70 rpm) | 365 W | 400 W | 465 W | 540 W | 455 W | 565 W | 540 W | 465 W | 540 W |
| Insurance certificate required | no | no | yes | yes | no | no | no | yes | no |
| Start-up characteristics | harmonious agile | sporty | sporty | sporty | very sporty | sporty | very sporty | powerful | powerful |
| Gear detection** | with derailleur gear | with derailleur gear | with derailleur gear | with derailleur gear | with derailleur gear | with derailleur gear | with derailleur gear (dynamic) | with derailleur gear | with derailleur gear |
| Weight | approx. 3,2 kg | approx. 3,9 kg | approx. 3,9 kg | 3,9 kg | 3,2 kg | 2,9 kg | 2,9 kg | 2,9 kg | 2,9 kg |
* converted to a gear ratio of 1:1 foot pedal to chainwheel
** only with derailleur gear
*** In the Performance Line CX the eMTB mode replaces the Sport mode. On the Intuvia Display the eMTB mode is displayed as Sport mode.
The Bosch range calculator.
Calculate the range of your next E-Bike tour in advance online. You can enter parameters such as the rider’s weight, motor, battery or type of terrain. You can also influence the range independently of your E-Bike's technology. Reduced pedal assistance and more muscle power on your part can increase the range significantly.