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Bosch continues to increase the range and sophistication of the features in their Smart System.
New advancements with the Smart System include the ability to integrate electronic shifting systems from Shimano and TRP so that a Bosch-equipped e-bike can automatically change gears when the rider needs it. The Bosch eBike Flow App can be used to specify exactly when the drivetrain shifts.
Bosch has also added artificial intelligence to its mapping and route-finding features. Range Control allows a rider to plan a route and then for the eBike Flow app to display the remaining range more precisely once the rider reaches their destination. Riders can even set a minimum battery level they want when they reach their destination. That means that the commuter who can’t recharge at work can set Range Control to not drop below a 55 percent charge upon reaching work, ensuring they will have enough battery to reach home. The Smart System adjusts the assistance level as necessary to give the rider as much support as possible while maintaining the minimum battery level upon reaching the destination. A rider can also choose their arrival time when planning a route and the Smart System will tell them when they need to depart. The Smart System also recommends routes that are appropriate to cycling based on road surface, gradient and other factors.
Other recent Bosch innovations include a new mode, Eco+. This new mode keeps riding as close to traditional cycling as possible by leaving the motor turned off until a rider-selected threshold is reached; the threshold can be customized in the eBike Flow App. Eco+ helps to extend range for riders.
The eBike Flow App also allows riders to customize the Purion 200 display, choosing just what data points can be displayed in select display tiles. E-bikes equipped with Bosch’s ABS system will now be able to view statistics regarding the system, such as how much braking was performed with the system on a ride, vs. without.
Yet another new feature for Bosch owners is “extended navigation” which will now show all the nearby side roads, giving riders greater flexibility in route choice.
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With such a rich suite of user friendly features and increased integration with other brands’ products, Bosch is doing all they can to differentiate their product line from similar product lines, such as those from Shimano and Yamaha. It’s clear that they want to show consumers that even if two e-bikes have motors and batteries, the Bosch-equipped e-bike will provide a better overall experience thanks to features like superior security and helpful navigation.
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