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- With up to 1500 W and 150 Nm, the Avinox M2S pushes the performance limits of pedelecs and is causing controversy.
- Avinox argues that high power primarily means better handling of difficult terrain, not higher top speed, and emphasises safety concepts.
- The BIKE editorial team recognises the strengths of the motor, but criticises the power arms race as failing to meet the needs of mountain bikers.

Criticism of DJI's motor power: What Avinox says about the performance discussion

- The Bluetti Apex 300 is designed as a fixed power centre for campers with a complete 12 V installation, not for spontaneous, portable road trips.  
- With Hub D1 (30 A Anderson port, €299) and Charger One (560 W, €249), the Apex 300 is suitable for self-sufficient e-bike and campervan use.  
- Its strengths are the powerful 12 V connection and fast car charging, its weaknesses are the high weight of 36 kg and the lack of 12 V ports without Hub D1.

Bluetti Apex 300 test: power station for e-bikers and DIY camper conversions

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- Despite the end of Porsche eBike Performance, the Fazua service is to continue, even if the headquarters in Ottobrunn close.  
- Fazua guarantees the long-term availability of spare parts and reliable support for dealers and riders.  
- Product updates already planned for the Fazua system are to be implemented; bikers can obtain further information from local dealers.

What's next for Fazua: New details on service, spare parts and updates

- Scheffer warns: E-tuning jeopardises the bicycle status of e-MTBs and thus trail access, as tuned pedelecs are legally motor vehicles.  
- He calls for physical limits: maximum weight for motor (approx. 2.2 kg) and bike (25 kg), instead of electronic power or 750 watt limits.  
- He considers software limits and mandatory ABS to be expensive, manipulable and risky for acceptance; weight limits should promote innovation and safety.

E-motor tuning - Interview Lutz Scheffer: "That's why e-tuning concerns us all!"

- Porsche discontinues its subsidiary Porsche eBike Performance; around 360 jobs in Ottobrunn and Zagreb lost, battery project in Zagreb halted.  
- The closure is justified by "fundamentally changed market conditions" and a strategic reorientation towards the core business.  
- In addition to Porsche eBike Performance, Cellforce Group and Cetitec are also being closed; more than 500 jobs are at risk, the future of Fazua is unclear.

End of e-bike motors from Porsche: Porsche eBike Performance closes down

- Porsche eBike Performance ceases operations, the Fazua brand with its Ride 60 light drive disappears from the market.
- Fazua assures that service, warranty and spare parts will remain available via the dealer network for the coming years.
- The reason for this is Porsche's focus on its core business in changed market conditions; around 360 employees and other subsidiaries are affected.

After Porsche's e-bike cancellation: what will become of Fazua?

- Mahle M40: 850 W peak power, 105 Nm torque, 2.64 kg, making it more powerful and lighter than the Bosch Performance CX without power update
- Software features such as Smart Assist, Traction Control and Hill Hold are designed to improve support, traction and handling off-road
- Abums E-001 and HoheAcht Bazalto Monto rely on the M40; the latter with 800 Wh battery, carbon frame, 150/160 mm suspension travel, top model 6999 euros

Mahle M40 e-bike motor: highlight bikes with the compact powerhouse from the Bike Festival Riva

- Bosch is strengthening its CX/CX-R motors (up to 120 Nm, 600% support) with Performance Upgrade 2.0 and is introducing a 12A fast charger plus an open interface.
- The focus is on lightweight, technically orientated e-MTBs with Maxon and Avinox motors, plenty of suspension travel, carbon frames and some limited high-end models.
- Several brands are launching price-conscious E-MTBs with Bosch or Mahle (Radon, Raymon, HoheAcht) with permanently integrated batteries, range extender options and trail orientation.

E-bike highlights from Riva: New e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

- Free Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0 increases the torque of compatible motors to up to 120 Nm and assistance to up to 600 % (up to 15 km/h).
- Update requires Bosch smart system, eBike Flow app from V1.35 and compatible drive units; 120 Nm only for the latest CX-R, CX and Cargo Line (BDU384Y/386Y).
- Activation via app banner and riding mode controller, manufacturers can limit torque; more power reduces range and increases wear.

How-to Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0: How to get more power on your e-bike

- Self-sufficient e-bike tours are possible with a suitable power station, the capacity of which is calculated using the rule of thumb daily charges × battery size × 1.2.  
- Car quick chargers on the starter battery utilise the alternator and deliver up to 1000 watts of charging power while riding.  
- The alternator sets the power limit; use is problematic with hybrids, electric cars and some Euro 6 diesels; manufacturer clarification is recommended.

Watt-hour calculation for e-bikers: How much Powerstation do you need to be self-sufficient?

- From mid-2026, the Extended Boost on Bosch e-bikes can be set individually for each riding mode on a scale from 0 to 10 using an app.  
- The Extended Boost controls up to 2 metres of situation-dependent coasting to make it easier to overcome obstacles such as roots or steps.  
- The feature is available for current and some older Bosch motors (including Performance CX, CX Race, SX, Cargo Line) and is primarily aimed at sports riders.

Extended Boost on Bosch's e-bike motors: Bosch's super power now adjustable

- Free Performance Upgrade 2.0 from 4 May: up to 120 Nm torque and 600 % support, situation-controlled for CX and CX-R engines.  
- New features: adjustable Extended Boost, Drivetrain Tensioner from mid-2026, Trick Check for automatic detection of riding tricks.  
- Open interface for Garmin & Co. and 12A fast charger from the end of 2026; manufacturers can limit max. torque and support.

Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0: More power for CX and CX-R motors - and much more!

E-bike motors in check ✅ Model comparison & drive types ✅ Current test reports & recommendations ✅

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Retrofitting motors for bikes: Test reports | BIKE

Criticism of DJI's motor power
What Avinox says about the performance discussion

Bluetti Apex 300 test
Power station for e-bikers and DIY camper conversions

What's next for Fazua
New details on service, spare parts and updates

E-motor tuning - Interview Lutz Scheffer
"That's why e-tuning concerns us all!"

End of e-bike motors from Porsche
Porsche eBike Performance closes down

After Porsche's e-bike cancellation
What will become of Fazua?

Mahle M40 e-bike motor
Highlight bikes with the compact powerhouse from the Bike Festival Riva

E-bike highlights from Riva
New e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

How-to Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0
How to get more power on your e-bike

Watt-hour calculation for e-bikers
How much Powerstation do you need to be self-sufficient?

Extended Boost on Bosch's e-bike motors
Bosch's super power now adjustable

Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0
More power for CX and CX-R motors - and much more!

Retrofitting motors for bikes: Test reports | BIKE

Criticism of DJI's motor powerWhat Avinox says about the performance discussion

Bluetti Apex 300 testPower station for e-bikers and DIY camper conversions

What's next for FazuaNew details on service, spare parts and updates

E-motor tuning - Interview Lutz Scheffer"That's why e-tuning concerns us all!"

End of e-bike motors from PorschePorsche eBike Performance closes down

After Porsche's e-bike cancellationWhat will become of Fazua?

Mahle M40 e-bike motorHighlight bikes with the compact powerhouse from the Bike Festival Riva

E-bike highlights from RivaNew e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

How-to Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0How to get more power on your e-bike

Watt-hour calculation for e-bikersHow much Powerstation do you need to be self-sufficient?

Extended Boost on Bosch's e-bike motorsBosch's super power now adjustable

Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0More power for CX and CX-R motors - and much more!

Criticism of DJI's motor power
What Avinox says about the performance discussion

Bluetti Apex 300 test
Power station for e-bikers and DIY camper conversions

What's next for Fazua
New details on service, spare parts and updates

E-motor tuning - Interview Lutz Scheffer
"That's why e-tuning concerns us all!"

End of e-bike motors from Porsche
Porsche eBike Performance closes down

After Porsche's e-bike cancellation
What will become of Fazua?

Mahle M40 e-bike motor
Highlight bikes with the compact powerhouse from the Bike Festival Riva

E-bike highlights from Riva
New e-MTBs and motors from the bike festival

How-to Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0
How to get more power on your e-bike

Watt-hour calculation for e-bikers
How much Powerstation do you need to be self-sufficient?

Extended Boost on Bosch's e-bike motors
Bosch's super power now adjustable

Bosch Performance Upgrade 2.0
More power for CX and CX-R motors - and much more!