The DJI Avinox M1 e-bike motor sets a new benchmark: never before has a motor been so powerful, compact and lightweight. That is more than impressive. The peak power is extreme - the Avinox is a whopping 300 watts more than the classic Bosch CX. If you want full throttle, the DJI unit is the one for you. The Avinox is also lighter than its big competitor from Swabia. The motor saves around 270 grams, the battery another 150 grams - that's relevant, but not a class difference.
A detailed comparison with the top dog Bosch Performance CX can be found in our comprehensive benchmark test. There we have analysed topics such as range, modulation and background noise in more detail:
But the newcomer from China is not only impressive in terms of power and weight. From the software tuning to the operating elements and the touch display through to the app and theft protection: Avinox gets a lot right right from the start. On top of this comes the fast charger, which can be a real game changer in certain situations.
The DJI motor has minor weaknesses in terms of internal pedalling resistance and noise. Some of our test bikes made a clear rattling noise from the gearbox. For some riders this is irrelevant, for others it may be an exclusion criterion. This also applies to the fact that most bikes with Avinox motors have permanently installed batteries. However, the variety of bikes with DJI Avinox will grow rapidly in the coming months and years.
Display and operation of the DJI Avinox M1
There is no choice when it comes to the controls of the Avinox system. A touch display and two remote levers provide information and control. The touch display is surprisingly easy to operate, even when wearing gloves and in dirty weather. The display of the values is clear, concise and sharp. The display pages can be extensively fine-tuned via the app.
A special feature is the division of the controls. Instead of one remote control, DJI uses two separate buttons on the left and right of the handlebar. The left-hand button can only be used to select the U-level and activate the sliding aid. The right-hand button is optional and is intended exclusively for operating the display. The buttons sit comfortably in the hand and operation is defined and intuitive. The remote levers work wirelessly. This is a major advantage that only a few control units currently offer.
Facts & measurements DJI Avinox M1
- Top performance: 987 watts (BIKE measured value)
- Max. Torque: 107 Newton metres (BIKE measured value)
- Weight: 2575 grams (BIKE measured value)
- Batteries: 600 Wh (2887 g), 800 Wh (3784 g) (weights determined in the BIKE lab)
- Range Extender: -
- Charger12 A (manufacturer's specification), 1100 g (BIKE measured value)
- Charging times 800 Wh battery
- from 0 to 100 %: 2:33 hours
- 1 hour charging: 48 %
The DJI Avinox M1 in detail
Strengths & weaknesses DJI Avinox M1
Strengths
- Extreme power
- Lightweight and compact
- Intuitive operation in the
- valuable overall system
- Good range
- Fast charger
Weaknesses
- Some rattling noises from the gearbox
- Mostly permanently installed batteries
BIKE Conclusion on the DJI Avinox M1
Yes, the DJI Avinox M1 sets a new benchmark. More than enough power, low weight and a compact shape - this combination is unrivalled. The overall package also impresses with its good range and intuitive operation. - Florentin Vesenbeckh, Deputy Editor-in-Chief BIKE Magazine
Florentin Vesenbeckh
Editor CvD
