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Max. torque

100

600

Max. motor power

100

340

Max. support factor

0.8

6.4

lbs

Rounded weight

Fast and dynamic

With a whopping 85 Nm of maximum torque and a low weight of just 6.3 lbs, the Performance Line Speed delivers dynamic support for everyday and leisure activities. High speeds are reached quickly – perfect for covering long distances with ease.

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Bosch eBike Systems Performance Line Speed Drive unit

More power for long distances

Even faster to your destination: since model year 2021, the powerful motor of the Performance Line Speed drive unit has provided added momentum, delivering support with a maximum torque of 85 Nm.

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Fast acceleration

Accelerate after obstacles or tight turns with the full power of your drive unit. The maximum torque of 85 Nm combined with the optimally tuned gear concept also makes hill starts easier and boosts riding enjoyment.

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Flexible response

Ride more safely: thanks to the multi-sensor concept, the drive unit responds quickly and agilely to any demand during the journey. Through the interaction of the sensors and the software, your eBike remains maneuverable and agile and delivers a dynamic riding experience.

Technical data
	Performance Line Speed (BDU490P)⁷
eBike system	Bosch eBike system 2
Shifting system type	Derailleur system
Maximum support (%)	340 %
Maximum possible drive torque	85 Nm
Start-up behavior	performance
Max. supported speed	28 mph
Backpedal braking	x
Walk assistance with Hill Hold	x
Hill start assist with Hill Hold	x
Gear shift detection	yes
Weight, approx.	6.4 lbs
Rated continuous output	250 W
Maximum power	600 W
Max. power at a cadence of 70 rpm	600 W
Max. power-to-weight ratio, approx.	94 W/lb

¹ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The performance values of this drive unit may be lower upon delivery. They can be increased and customised using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher power values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. Actual power is marginally less than 750 W to ensure regulatory compliance.
The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

² Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The performance values of this drive unit may be lower upon delivery. They can be increased and customized using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher power values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. Actual power is marginally less than 750 W to ensure regulatory compliance.
The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

³ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The values can be set individually to a limited extent using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher power values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. Actual power is marginally less than 750 W to ensure regulatory compliance.
The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

⁴ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The performance values of this drive unit may be lower upon delivery. They can be increased and customised using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher power values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. Actual power is marginally less than 750 W to ensure regulatory compliance.
The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

⁵ Only available in New Zealand and the USA. Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The max. support of 600% relates to speeds of up to 9.3 mph and can be increased in the Race, Turbo, eMTB+, Cargo and Auto riding modes. On delivery, the performance values of this drive unit can be lower. They can be increased and individually adjusted with the help of the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher performance values can lead to increased wear and can have a negative impact on the range.
The rider can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. With the help of the individual riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the rider via the eBike Flow app. Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

⁶ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on hub gear system and battery. The maximum support of 600% relates to Speeds of up to 20 mph and can be increased in the Race, Turbo, eMTB+, Cargo, and Auto riding modes. The values can be set individually to a limited extent using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher performance values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. The rider can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer, or the dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes,
the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the rider via the eBike Flow app. Exception gear shift detection: eShift hubs

⁷ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

⁸ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The values can be set individually to a limited extent using the eBike Flow app. The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

⁹ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on hub gear system and battery. The maximum support of 600% relates to Speeds of up to 20 mph and can be increased in the Race, Turbo, eMTB+, Cargo, and Auto riding modes. The performance values of this drive unit may be lower upon delivery. They can be increased and customized using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher performance values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. The rider can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer, or the dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the rider via the eBike Flow app. Exception gear shift detection: eShift hubs

¹⁰ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on hub gear system and battery. The maximum support of 600% relates to speeds of up to 20 mph and can be increased in the Race, Turbo, eMTB+, Cargo, and Auto riding modes. The rider can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer, or the dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the rider via the eBike Flow app. Exception gear shift detection: eShift hubs

^¹¹ Only available in New Zealand and the USA. Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The performance values of this drive unit may be lower upon delivery. They can be increased and customised using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher power values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

¹² Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The performance values of this drive unit may be lower upon delivery. They can be increased and customised using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher power values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range.
The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

¹³ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app. There is no backpedal function with the derailleur system, but it is optional for the hub system.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

¹⁴ Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app. There is no backpedal function with the derailleur system, but it is optional for the hub system.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

¹⁵ Only available in New Zealand and the USA. Maximum values: deviations possible, depending on the hub gear system and battery. The max. support of 600% relates to speeds of up to 9.3 mph and can be increased in the Race, Turbo, eMTB+, Cargo and Auto riding modes. The performance values of this drive unit may be lower upon delivery. They can be increased and customized using the eBike Flow app. It should be noted that higher power values can lead to increased wear and have a negative effect on the range. Actual power is marginally less than 750 W to ensure regulatory compliance.
The eBiker can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the specialist dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated. Using the custom riding modes, the modes can be configured according to the individual needs of the eBiker, via the eBike Flow app.
Exception regarding gear shift detection: eShift hubs

¹⁶ The weight refers exclusively to the motor weight of the Hub Line – without control unit and cadence sensor. No support factor: The support is based on intelligent sensor fusion, which is why no support factor is specified. Maximum values: Deviation possible depending on battery. The rider can activate/deactivate the riding modes via the eBike Flow app, the bicycle manufacturer or the dealer. A maximum of four riding modes, in addition to Off mode, can be activated.