The original horizontal Bosch PowerTube 500 bicycle battery has a voltage of 36 V and a capacity of 13.4 Ah. It's an integrated frame-mounted battery suitable for a wide range of electric bicycles. The battery's charge level is displayed on an LED indicator, and the battery features an intelligent Battery Management System. This smart BMS not only regulates the battery but also allows you to view current battery data on a display.

To charge the bike battery, use a 36V Bosch charger with a dedicated Bosch Active/Performance connector. With a charging current of 4A, the battery charges in approximately 3.5 hours, and with a capacity of 500Wh, this battery provides a range of approximately 100 km under average exertion and conditions.