Gobao unveiled its next-generation electric bicycle platform, 'X', integrating a motor, gearbox and AI software into one. The company is targeting finished-bike makers and the original equipment manufacturing (OEM) market, highlighting ultra-fast charging that can charge a battery to 80 percent in 20 minutes and AI-based automatic shifting.

On June 26 (local time), mobility media outlet BikeBiz reported that Gobao showcased the new integrated e-bike platform, 'X', at Eurobike in Germany. The core of the platform is that it integrates the e-bike drivetrain into a single system rather than simply replacing the motor.

Gobao said it designed the entire e-bike as a single platform rather than a motor with a gearbox attached. It described it as a next-generation system combining drivetrain technology, software and connectivity in one.

The platform comes in two models, X1 and X1P. Both products use the same size and mounting standards and are designed to apply to various bike types, including urban bikes as well as trekking, cargo, SUV and electric mountain bikes (e-MTB). The company said this allows OEM manufacturers to develop multiple product lines on a single platform.

The biggest change is the shifting method. The new system removes mechanical shifting components such as conventional cassettes and derailleurs and applies an AI-based electronic continuously variable transmission system. When the rider pedals, AI analyses cadence, torque, speed and gradient in real time to automatically select the most efficient gear ratio. Riders do not need to operate gears separately, and the system automatically optimises motor efficiency for riding conditions.

Charging speed has also improved significantly. Gobao said it can charge a 750Wh battery from 10 percent to 80 percent in about 20 minutes. The company said this is up to 4 times faster than e-bike systems currently on the market.

Digital functions have also been strengthened significantly. The central control unit (CCU) serves as the platform's core controller, responsible for security, connectivity and remote management functions. Gobao called it the e-bike's "digital heart."

Key features include anti-theft, geofencing, smartphone-based unlocking and a digital battery lock function. It is designed so new digital services can also be added on the same platform in the future.

Gobao also laid out a strategy to position itself as a platform provider rather than a simple parts supplier. The company said the integrated platform can simplify mechanical structures and shorten OEM manufacturers' development timelines. It plans to build a support system that includes digital diagnostics, service reports and a strategy for direct parts replacement, and to reduce maintenance burdens for retailers and brands.

It also presented a mass-production timetable. Gobao is currently developing next-generation e-bikes with major OEM partners, and the 'X' platform is set to enter full-scale mass production from February 2027.

The announcement shows that the e-bike market is rapidly shifting from competition focused solely on motor performance to competition over integrated platforms that bundle AI, software, connectivity and services. An assessment has emerged that by integrating AI-based automatic shifting, ultra-fast charging and smart security functions into one system, e-bikes are evolving from hardware-centred products into software-centred mobility platforms.