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I have the EP8 on my Spherik (3,200 km) and the EP801 on my Rise (1,800 km). So far, no problems, but I must admit the rattle when not pedaling on rough terrain really annoys me. It's not an issue on the smooth snow trails I ride in the winter, but it's another story when rocks and roots reappear in the spring. The new Bosch CX is very quiet according to what I read.
What I also like about Bosch is that they force the manufacturers to use their Bosch batteries. Shimano is more flexible, allowing manufacturers the use their own batteries, like the Orbea Rise. Just between us
, I am a bit insecure and would feel better knowing a Bosch battery is available at every street corner. Not too sure it's going to be easy to find a Rise battery in a few years from now.
So, my next E-MTB will be powered by a Bosch motor! No noise, no worries
What I also like about Bosch is that they force the manufacturers to use their Bosch batteries. Shimano is more flexible, allowing manufacturers the use their own batteries, like the Orbea Rise. Just between us
, I am a bit insecure and would feel better knowing a Bosch battery is available at every street corner. Not too sure it's going to be easy to find a Rise battery in a few years from now.So, my next E-MTB will be powered by a Bosch motor! No noise, no worries
