New features for the smart system and new SmartphoneGrip Vertical

Bosch presents version 1.34 for the eBike Flow app

• More skills, more fun: “Trick Check” automatically recognises and measures jumps, wheelies, manuals and stoppies
• Precise training: heart rate display in the statistics
• Fast and intuitive navigation: save frequent destinations as favourites
• Smartphone as an eBike display in portrait view: SmartphoneGrip Vertical
• Smooth and comfortable gear changes: expansion of the eShift portfolio

A jump over a root, a short wheelie out of a corner: many eMountain bikers want to show what they can do while on the trails and work specifically on their riding technique. With the latest update for the eBike Flow app, your own skills can now be measured. At the heart of Release 1.34 is the “Trick Check” function, which eBikers can use to measure and analyse their performance on the trail. The update also includes the integration of heart rate data into the ride statistics, a practical favourites function for route planning, and expansion of the eShift portfolio. In addition to the update, Bosch eBike Systems is also expanding the range of display options in the smart system: the new SmartphoneGrip Vertical transforms smartphones into a display in portrait view.

The new “Trick Check” function is the ideal solution for eMountain bikers wanting some action and to take their tricks to the next level. Making every trail a playground: no matter whether jumps, wheelies, manuals or stoppies – “Trick Check” recognises every trick automatically. Information such as the duration, height, distance or angle of the trick is recorded by the sensor system and confirmed by means of an audible signal. The trick is also clearly shown on the display for eight seconds. Once the ride is over, eBikers can view and analyse their personal best performance from within the eBike Flow app. “Trick Check” is compatible with selected drive units and displays in the smart system.¹

Sporty, ambitious eBikers can now analyse their performance even more precisely. While it was already possible to connect a heart rate monitor to the eBike via Bluetooth and track the data live on the display ², this data will now also be saved in the eBike Flow app. After the ride, the average heart rate and detailed heart rate progression can be viewed in the statistics. This allows riders to precisely analyse the workload and helps them to make their training more effective.

The new update from Bosch eBike Systems also simplifies everyday route planning. In the eBike Flow app, eBikers can now save several locations as favourites, such as their home or workplace, via a new button on the map in the “Planning” menu item. Three of these favourites can be added as navigation shortcuts and selected directly via the Quick Menu on the ride screen or on the Kiox 300, Kiox 400C and Kiox 500 displays while out on your next ride. Making it even easier to start navigation.

Complementing the digital functions, the SmartphoneGrip Vertical enhances the new features in the smart system. Transforming the smartphone ³ into an eBike display in portrait view. During the ride, the smartphone charges inductively or via USB-C via the eBike battery – allowing for reliable use of even battery-intensive applications. The Bosch eBike Flow app’s ride screen shows you all the important data during the ride – from speed and battery level to the arrival time. While navigating, eBikers can also see a much larger area of the route in portrait view and therefore ride with more foresight. Two clamps ensure a reliable grip even on cobblestones or gravel paths, while a rubber coating protects the phone. All buttons and ports remain freely accessible. The SmartphoneGrip Vertical can be easily retrofitted and is compatible with the display mount for Kiox 300, Kiox 500 and the SmartphoneGrip. It can be flexibly mounted in front of, on or next to the stem, and the angle can be adjusted to suit you.

Bosch eBike Systems is also expanding its portfolio of integrated gear shifting solutions: eShift now also supports mechanical hub gear and derailleur systems equipped with the GS gear shifting solution for manual gear shifting from Gearsensor – ideal for Urban, City and Trekking eBikes. The motor support is briefly interrupted while you are shifting gear. The result is a noticeably smoother and more comfortable gear change, which ensures the ride continues uninterrupted and can also reduce the wear on components. If required, the display can give eBikers a shift recommendation – for relaxed riding without having to overthink things.

<sub>1 The “Trick Check” function works with the Performance Line CX (BDU384Y), Performance Line CX-R (BDU384Y), Performance Line CX Race (BDU374Y), Performance Line CX (BDU374Y) and Performance Line SX (BDU314Y) and on the following displays: Kiox 300, Kiox 400C, Kiox 500, Purion 200, Purion 400. The function is activated as standard on the Kiox 400C and Purion 400.

2 Not available for the Intuvia 100.

3 Suitable for smartphones incl. camera body and case with the following dimensions (L x W x D): 135–170 mm x 68–80 mm x 7–12 mm and a total weight of up to 260 g incl. case. Not suitable for foldable smartphones and smartphones with flip covers/cases. Depending on the case, the inductive charging feature may be limited.</sub>