Gazelle Ultimate T10

[Chazmo]

Totally understand. Bosch is a company like any other, and they are subject to market forces. I think you were told a lie about support for 10 years in this business, but I’m skeptical that way.

My solution, by the way, for dealing with the (unfortunately, immediate) obsolescence when my bike manufacturer disappeared was to buy a spare bike and collect up some parts. I don’t know about the Powertube, but there are an awful lot of Bosch motors and parts out there. My goal has been 5 years of independence (continuous riding of an obsoleted product, that is). I think 10 would be pushing it, @PHXRDR, but you might be able to make it work.

 

[stompandgo]

The normal way to replace your drive unit would be to order one through your bike manufacturer. In your case, that is Gazelle. Bosch does not sell drive units directly to the end user, as they have to be set up by an authorized dealer for that bike. Contact Gazelle to find out if you can get a replacement. If you are using third party sites like Ebay to determine supply, they only reflect dealer overstock, not what Bosch can provide through proper channels. If you are concerned about having a replacement down the road, just purchase one now and put it on the shelf.

 

[PHXRDR]

Step 1: Buy shovel
Step 2: Dig deeper
Not for me!

 

[stompandgo]

So what exactly are you complaining about then?