UniDrive 70: New, powerful mid-drive unit (also) marketed as a complete package

The market for e-bikes is quite large and diverse, and so consists of a large number of manufacturers of motors and batteries. hyena is one such example, being a manufacturer of e-bike motors that are aimed at bicycle manufacturers, thus acting as a supplier.

With the UniDrive 70, a new mid-motor has now been presented that is designed to be versatile. Specifically, hyena is targeting lightweight e-mountain bikes as well as city e-bikes and trekking bikes with the UniDrive 70, whose advertising points are the low weight and high power. hyena puts the torque at 70 Nm and the weight at 2.4 kg.

As is absolutely standard for mid-mounted drives, the power of the e-bike is adjusted via the torque. This is measured at both pedals, and the torque measurement promises finely tuned and dynamic assistance.

Unsurprisingly, hyena not only offers the UniDrive 70, but also an entire system for creating an e-bike. The BS-B540+, BS-A500 and BE-B180 models come with two batteries and a range extender. Various displays or control units are available for operation - with different levels of functionality. A smartphone app will also be available and act as a large display for detailed information; the hyena service tool will provide workshops with remote diagnostics options.

As of yet, no announcements have been made regarding a market launch date.