The new Qore e-bike drive system is aiming to compete with the established market leaders. We've gained a first, detailed practical impression of the system and are now determining whether the Qore drive has what it takes to shake up the market – even though final test bench measurements are still pending. The e-bike market is constantly evolving, and with the Qore drive... read more
Test / E-MTB: The new Specialized Levo Gen 4 now features the Specialized 3.1 drivetrain, succeeding the well-known Specialized 2.2. Although they once again collaborated with Brose on the motor, Specialized has modified the motor, software, sensors, and the entire ecosystem so extensively that it's rightly considered a standalone Specialized system... read more
E-MTB / Test: With the fourth-generation Levo, Specialized is launching a thoroughly redesigned version of its successful e-mountain bike. While key specs like 160 mm of front travel, 150 mm of rear travel, and the mullet wheels (29"/27,5") seem familiar, a lot has changed beneath the sleek exterior, especially in the drivetrain and frame details. All models at launch... read more
Product news: Three years ago, Brose launched its remanufacturing program, which breathes new life into old e-bike motors. The used drives are disassembled, cleaned, repaired, and replaced if necessary at the Brose Berlin plant, restoring the motor to like-new condition. Starting immediately, bicycle dealers in Germany and Austria can... read more
Test / E-MTB Drivetrain: With the Sram Eagle Powertrain, the US components giant is now entering the E-MTB drivetrain sector. The system relies on the well-known Drive S Mag motor from Brose, but embeds it in its own ecosystem with numerous features. We were able to test the drivetrain before its market launch. Since... read more
