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Bosch motors: which one, and who services it
Most of our bikes run Bosch, and there is one reason above all others: when something goes wrong, there is somewhere to take it. Here is how the range differs and what the motor actually needs in Spain.
CX or SX, and nothing else matters much
Bosch makes several motors, but for practical purposes the choice is between two, and it comes down to what you are going to ride.
1Performance CX
The mountain motor. Maximum torque for long climbs and technical ground. If you are riding in the Sierra, this is the one.
2Performance SX
Lighter and more compact, for lightweight and urban bikes. Less push, noticeably less weight.
3Battery size
From 400 to 800 Wh. More capacity means more range and about a kilo more weight. Most riders are well served by 600.
4Range extender
Some models take an additional battery. Worth asking about before you buy rather than after.
Not sure whether you need the CX or the SX? Describe your usual ride and we will tell you straight.
What the motor needs in this climate
Bosch systems are famously low-maintenance, which is much of the point. But Spain is harder on an e-bike than northern Europe in three specific ways.
- Heat is the enemy of batteries. Never leave the bike or the battery in a parked car or in direct sun. For long storage, keep it at partial charge somewhere cool.
- Dust wears drivetrains faster than mud. Chains and cassettes need cleaning and lubricating more often here, not less.
- Long climbs mean sustained load. Nothing breaks, but it is why 800 Wh batteries are more popular in Spain than they are back home.
Official Bosch service near you
Software updates, diagnostics and warranty work all have to be done at an official service point. That is exactly what our partner network is — more than 70 real bike shops across Spain, plus our own workshop in Colmenar Viejo, Madrid.
We apply software updates during a normal service rather than making a separate appointment of it. And if the motor needs a warranty claim, we handle it with Bosch — you never ship anything abroad.
Questions people actually ask
How long does a Bosch battery last?
Can I update the software myself?
Is a bigger battery always better?
Can any bike shop repair a Bosch motor?
More in English
Everything we have written in English: the bikes, the motors, how service and delivery work, what it costs, who we are and the areas where most international residents live.
Tell us what you ride and we will tell you which motor
One message on WhatsApp with your usual route and we will tell you whether you need the CX or the SX, and how much battery you actually need.
