This is precisely my conundrum. Surely it matters whether it is 26V or 36V but everyone seems to focus on AmpH....![Confused :confused: :confused:](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
Of course, but as I said, even 10 Ah looks mean these days, Wisper, eZee and some other 36 volt e-bikes nowThis is precisely my conundrum. Surely it matters whether it is 26V or 36V but everyone seems to focus on AmpH....![]()
I agree, but the ideal solution is a range of options from e-bike makers like those coming on the Panasonic system.If you need a 18Ah batttery fine, but if you only need an 8Ah there is little to be gained going larger.
Dont think they are here yet, and probably will have to order from Europe in the first place when they do appear.......But Kalkhoff have come up trumps with the timely introduction of a new range of bikes with 18 Ah batteries that are available now.Interesting to read about Bosch E-bike, it looks like a new big competition for Panasonic. TBH it looks great and solid, just like a Panasonic. Has anyone actually here ridden both Bosch and panasonic, any reviews anywhere which one seems to be perform better?
I actually tested once a panasonic and have to say it is quite a specific type of drive which is very good and I wonder if Bosch is the same.
Is anywhere in the UK any dealer that already stocks bikes with Bosch?
I got a chance to sling my leg over the Bosch at EurobikeInteresting to read about Bosch E-bike, it looks like a new big competition for Panasonic. TBH it looks great and solid, just like a Panasonic. Has anyone actually here ridden both Bosch and panasonic, any reviews anywhere which one seems to be perform better?
I actually tested once a panasonic and have to say it is quite a specific type of drive which is very good and I wonder if Bosch is the same.
Is anywhere in the UK any dealer that already stocks bikes with Bosch?
Hi Lloyd, happy to lend you a Haibike XDuro. Perhaps we can organise a tug of war to see if Bosch torque is a match for Panasonic? (well you did ask!)I got a chance to sling my leg over the Bosch at Eurobikeand have ridden plenty of panasonics throughout my time. Here's my slightly biased (We have Panasonic driven bikes) but honest two-penneth for what it is worth.
The Bosch is fitted differently on different bikes, so on some ground clearance seemed lethal, others weren't so bad. Eurobike test track was flat as a pancake though so no Kerbs to try and bounce off-of![]()
The power delivery is totally different to the panasonic. It uses different sensors (the Panasonic torque sensor is patent protected), and therefor has a different feel. That is going to be down to personal preference as to which each individual prefers.
The Bosch has way more buttons and options than Panasonic. I personally found it a bit too much, and had no idea what mode I was in when riding.
Battery fitment differs from manufacturer to manufacturer. Some mount on seat tube, some on downtube, which is a nice touch.
My thoughts were that it looks nice, seems well built, but seemed to lack the low-down grunt I am used to with the Panasonic. When talking to the very knowledgeable lady on the Bosch stand, she informed me that because of the speed sensors inside the unit, you couldn't make the unit assist to a higher rpm by changing the gearing. You can decide for yourself if that is a good thing or not ( I couldn't possibly comment)! The buttons were overwhelming and complex, but overall a nice unit. Would have been nice to test it on a steep hill and to try and break one, which is one reason why I put my name down for a sample
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Yes I am going to be hard to win over the Panasonic, and somewhat biased, but it's worth remembering that I went to Eurobike to look for systems to develop our product to perform better, so I have a very open mind.