The Bosch Drive Units

The heart of eBikes

KTM fits eBikes with drive units from Bosch - including the Performance Line CX-R, Performance Line CX, Performance Line PX, Performance Line SX, Performance Line - which means: greater ease and enjoyment of activity - active and comfortable at the same time.

Bosch eBike Systems is expanding its portfolio to include a hub motor - the Hub Line. In addition to the tried-and-tested mid-drive motors, there is now another drive type that focuses on a minimalist design, offers smooth support and is integrated into the smart system - all in proven Bosch quality.

Performance Line CX-R

Extraordinary. Developed with professionals.

Experience adrenaline-fuelled, first-class trail fun with our highest-quality drive unit: the Performance Line CX-R. Developed with professionals, it stands for one thing above all: pure power.

→ 600% support, 120 Nm torque, 750 W power and the exclusive Race mode
→ Premium materials:magnesium housing, titanium crankshaft and aceramic ball bearing

Performance Line CX

Power: precise and controlled

→ Powerful, light and quiet for a unique eMTB experience
→ A housing made of magnesium - robust, corrosion-resistant and hard
→ More power: Up to 120 Nm torque, 750 watts and 600 % support

Performance Line PX

Pure passion meets premium power

→ Powerful, versatile, reliable
→ Specially designed for adventure and trekking ride
→ An optimised gear concept ensures quiet support
→ With up to 600 % support, 90 Nm torque and 700 W power

Performance Line SX

Our lightest drive unit: for sporty riding

→ Up to 600 watts: Maximum power in the most compact space
→ Approx. 2 kilograms: Our lightest drive, inconspicuously installed
→ Max. 60 Nm: Pedal fast, get powerful support
→ Sprint mode: For sporty eGravel and eUrban riding

Performance Line

The all-rounder for everyday use and excursions

→ Reliable all-rounder, ideal for daily use
→ Adapts sensitively and almost silently, for particularly natural eBiking
→ Reliable support with up to 75 Nm of torque and 600 W of power

Hub Line

The upgrade for the city

Traffic jams? Stress? Crowded trains? That was yesterday. Today you have Hub Line. The Hub Line redefines mobility in the city. The smart drive gives you dynamic propulsion and looks stylish - and all this with the Bosch quality you've come to expect.

Clean Style. Smart Power.

The Hub Line is a lightweight hub motor with maximum torque of 45 Nm, power of up to 400 W, a motor weighing around 2.3 kg and a diameter of around 100 mm - giving you an agile riding experience with simple integration into the rear wheel.

  Performance Line CX-R Performance Line CX Performance Line SX Performance Line PX Performance Line Hub Line
Gear type Derailleur/hub gear Derailleur/hub gear Derailleur/hub gear Derailleur/hub gear Derailleur/hub gear Derailleur
Max. support level 600% 600% 400% 600% 340% 400%
Max. power 750 W 750 W 600 W 700 W 600 W 400 W
Max. drive torque 120 Nm 120 Nm 60 Nm 90 Nm 75 Nm 45 Nm
Start-up behaviour direct/very powerful direct/powerful natural/sensitive controlled/dynamic powerful/smooth fast/harmonious
Max. support up to 25km/h 25km/h 25km/h 25km/h 25km/h 25km/h
Backpedal function no no no optional optional no
Gear shift detection Derailleur Derailleur Derailleur yes Derailleur Derailleur
Weight approx. 2.7kg approx. 2.8kg approx. 2.0kg approx. 2.9kg approx. 2.8kg approx. 2.3kg