Mark Weir shares riding tricks and tips to get the most of your Bosch-equipped electric mountain bike. 

eMTB Riding Tips

Rider on a eMTB going along a rough forest trail

Mark Weir shares riding tricks and tips to get the most of your Bosch-equipped electric mountain bike. 

eMTB Riding Tips

Riding an eMTB isn't much different than riding a traditional, non-electric mountain bike, in terms of technique. But, the additional power of a Bosch pedal-assist motor does create unique opportunities, whether you're a developing rider or a seasoned pro.

In this series of videos, Cannondale rider and eight-time winner of the famed Downieville Downhill, Mark Weir, explains how to get the most out of a Bosch-equipped electric mountain bike. He shares tips and tricks for riding steep, rocky terrain, avoiding pedal strikes, and using Walk Mode like a boss.  

Rider on a eMTB going up a rocky incline
Steep Technical Climbs

In this video, Mark Weir, shares tips for riding steep trails on a Cannondale Moterra eMTB equipped with the Bosch Performance Line CX drive unit. Weir offers advice related to seat height, gear selection, and power mode, as he demonstrates how to negotiate a technical mountain bike trail. 

Rider on a eMTB going up a rocky incline
Feathering Brakes

Braking before a climb might seem counter-intuitive, but it can be a useful tactic when setting up for a technical section of trail. In this video, Mark Weir explains how he feathers his brakes and then uses the torque from his Bosch Performance Line CX electric drive unit to power up climbs while mountain biking. 

Man standing with his eMTB on a rocky hill
Walk Mode

Walk Mode is a standard feature of the Bosch Performance Line CX eBike motor. It allows riders to activate the electric pedal-assist motor while walking next to the bike. This feature is especially useful when negotiating challenging terrain or any time a rider has to get off their bike and walk next to it on an incline. 

Rider on a eMTB going down a rocky decline.
Extended Boost

This video explains how to make the most of extended boost by ratcheting the pedals through a technical trail section. Extended Boost is a built-in characteristic of the Bosch Performance Line CX drive unit; it keeps the motor engaged momentarily after a rider eases pressure on pedals.This subtle trait provides a short burst of power, assisting riders to clear obstacles and maintain momentum through varied terrain.