Congratulations on the purchase of your META POWER BOSCH.
Here we offer some help so you can build it up and get out there!
IMPORTANT: Please read the BOSCH manual carefully beforehand.
DO NOT switch on the battery until you’ve charged it 100% (final steps).
Prepare the necessary tools before you start:
Open the box at the top and remove all of the staples/sharp packaging so that you don’t risk scratches.
Remove the front wheel from the box.
Lift the bike out of the box vertically holding the back end and the fork.
Remove the accessory box. Now there is nothing left in the bike box.
Check what’s in the accessory box.
Accessory box :
Remove protections on front wheel.
Remove protections on frame.
Remove protection on handlebar.
With the 4mm Allen key, unscrew the stem cap screws.
Assemble the handlebar and stem.
Centre the bars with the help of the laser markings on it.
With the 4mm Allen key, tighten the top screws of the stem. It’s a zero gap assembly, so clamps must be in contact with stem body.
Remove the Bosch/Abus keys and card from front brake hose.
Important : keep the Bosch/Abus card, in case of loosing your keys, it’s the way to get new ones.
Take out the plastic separators from inside the front brake.
Keep them for if/when you transport your bike anywhere.
Loosen the front wheel axle pinch bolt, with a 6mm Allen key.
Take out the front axle with the help of the 6mm Allen key.
Grease the axle, in particular the thread.
Install the front wheel with the fork.
Screw in the axle with the 6mm Allen key.
Torque the wheel axle to 9N.m
Torque the pinch bolt to 5N.m
To set up your headset:
- Loosen the 2 screws on the stem at the fork pivot with a 4mm Allen key
- Align the stem with the front wheel
- Tighten the headset top cap screw with a 5mm Allen key
- Check that there is no play in the headset and that it turns freely
Torque the stem bolts at 5.5N.m
Fine align the handlebar position, and then torque the lower stem clamp bolts at 5.5N.m
Put your pedals on.
Make sure you remember they have specific sides, the right pedal (Right) has a thread on the right, the left pedal (Left) has a thread on the left (reversed).
Grease the threads of the pedals.
Tighten them with a 6mm Allen key and wrench to 35 N.m.
To set the dropper post height :
Loosen the seat clamp bolt with a 4mm Allen key.
If you pull the post up, push the hose in the down tube.
If you push the post down, pull the hose out of the down tube.
Once correct height is set, torque the seat clamp bolt 4,5N.m
To set up the front brake :
Loosen the screws on the front brake caliper half a turn with a 5mm Allen key.
Adjust the caliper so you have the same space on each side between the disc and the pads and to prevent the disc from rubbing the pads.
Once the caliper is aligned, tighten the screws on the front brake caliper with a 5mm Allen key.
Also check the alignment of the rear brake caliper.
Place the hose clips to tidy up your cables.
To connect the Bosch system, the System Controller on top tube must be plugged.
Unscrew the bolt with a Torx T10 key.
Remove the System Controller from the top tube.
Plug the wire in the System Controller. White marks must be aligned.
Install the System Controller in the top tube from the front part.
Tighten the bolt with a Torx T10 key, at 1,5N.m
You will find a dedicated tutorial by scanning the QR Code.
Important : Before starting the system, the battery should be fully charged.
To remove battery from frame, insert Bosch key in the lock rubber cover, on right side of top tube.
Turn the key clockwise, to unlock the battery.
The battery is unlatched, secure the battery with your hand.
Press down on the latch to release the battery from the restraint support.
Battery will unlatch and drop into your hand.
Remove the battery from the frame.
Plug the charger, to fully charge the battery.
When fully charged, insert the battery with the contacts into the corresponding mount on the frame.
Turn the key clockwise to unlock the lock and keep it open with the key.
Press the battery into the mount until it is held by the restrain support.
Press the battery in completely until it latches firmly in place.
Lock the lock and remove the key.
Check for secure seating.
You can also charge directly the battery on the bike, by plugging the charger on the down tube charging port, on left side of the bike.
Scan the QR Code on top tube, to get the Bosch eBike Flow app. And get the best of your Bosch system.
Note : The magnet attached on the rear wheel valve, is part of the Bosch system.
It is the speed indicator.
If you install tubeless valves, do not forget to keep the magnet in place.
Keep the card that comes with the keys. The number on it allows you to order new keys, in case they get lost.
Note : you can use the Commencal key holder to release the latch of the battery.
Set up your suspensions, according to brand and model.
Rear shock recommended SAG is 25%
Check tires pressure, adjust cockpit and saddle position to your preferences.
Check drivetrain set up.
You will find more information in the manuals, placed in the accessory box.
Your Meta Power Bosch is now ready to ride !
Push the ON button on System Controller.
And go shred your Meta Power Bosch !
