Whist speculation of Bosch gen 5 is rife and DJI is stealing the headlines, not much is being discussed about the new ZF motor and eco system.
ZF is huge automotive parts manufacturer with an enviable reputation for the supply of class leading components. It has a " Micro Mobility division purely focused on the sort of products of interest to the cycle industry....including EMTB.
They launched their latest motor and complete eco system this year albeit it is currently only available with the Raymon Tarok as far as mtb is concerned. It is however a completely open system suggesting any brand could use their motor and complete the eco system with their own batteries etc or mix and match with ZF components.
Basic stats are in line with other motor options....90nm, 600w peak and 2.5kg weight. Unlike most motors it is a 48v system.
Size and fitting are however very different to most motors. It uses a single axle design so that it is a pure cylinder shape 88mm radius and 118mm wide. It also has no mounting points but is secured to the bb area with a strap ( a lug on the motor casing locates it. Motor removal is therefore simple.
Tests using the Raymon suggest it is quiet in operation and silent downhill.( no rattling). ZF also offers a battery rail system similar to the Bosch rail to prevent battery rattle and disconnection.
Seems tailor made for some of the boutique brands but could also attract one or more major brands in time?
ZF is huge automotive parts manufacturer with an enviable reputation for the supply of class leading components. It has a " Micro Mobility division purely focused on the sort of products of interest to the cycle industry....including EMTB.
They launched their latest motor and complete eco system this year albeit it is currently only available with the Raymon Tarok as far as mtb is concerned. It is however a completely open system suggesting any brand could use their motor and complete the eco system with their own batteries etc or mix and match with ZF components.
Basic stats are in line with other motor options....90nm, 600w peak and 2.5kg weight. Unlike most motors it is a 48v system.
Size and fitting are however very different to most motors. It uses a single axle design so that it is a pure cylinder shape 88mm radius and 118mm wide. It also has no mounting points but is secured to the bb area with a strap ( a lug on the motor casing locates it. Motor removal is therefore simple.
Tests using the Raymon suggest it is quiet in operation and silent downhill.( no rattling). ZF also offers a battery rail system similar to the Bosch rail to prevent battery rattle and disconnection.
Seems tailor made for some of the boutique brands but could also attract one or more major brands in time?