Technology
Bafang unveils M510RS and M560RS electric mountain bike motors with up to 1,700 watts of power
The new mid-drive motors feature up to 150 Nm of torque and short-duration overdrive modes providing 800 percent pedal assistance.
The short version
- Bafang introduced the M510RS and M560RS high-performance electric mountain bike motors.
- The motors offer a temporary Boost-to-Limit mode that provides up to 150 Nm of torque and 800% pedal assistance.
- Official production models will debut at the Italian Bike Festival in September ahead of full production later this year.
Key facts
- Bafang announced the M510RS and M560RS mid-drive motors designed for high-performance electric mountain bikes.[Electrek]
- The M560RS motor delivers 120 Nm of torque normally and up to 150 Nm in Boost-to-Limit mode, reaching a peak output of 1,700 watts on a 48V configuration.[Electrek]
- The M510RS produces 110 Nm of standard torque and up to 130 Nm in Boost-to-Limit mode, with a peak output of 1,300 watts on a 48V configuration.[Electrek]
- Both units incorporate a six-axis inertial measurement unit along with torque, cadence, and wheel-speed sensors, and they share mounting dimensions with existing M510 and M560 models.[Electrek]
- The production models are set to be showcased at the Italian Bike Festival in Misano, Italy, from September 4 to 6 before series manufacturing begins later this year.[Electrek]
What remains uncertain
- Pricing details and specific delivery timelines for commercial bicycle models utilizing these motors have not been announced.[Electrek]