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A proper lighting system on your e-bike is a must-have, and not just when it gets dark or autumn approaches. E-bike lights are part of the basic equipment all year round. Especially if you are on the road a lot every day. E-bike lights are no longer just a nice accessory. Modern headlights and rear lights offer many smart functions and allow your e-bike to in the truest sense of the word. Find the e-bike lighting that suits you, your e-bike and your area of use.
Which light is right for my e-bike?
As you can imagine, this question is not easy to answer. Everyone uses their e-bike in a different way. However, there are a few points that will help you in your search for the best e-bike light for you.
Should e-bike lights be powered by a rechargeable battery or a regular battery?
A lighting system on an e-bike has the advantage that it can be connected directly to the motor. This means that front headlights and rear lights with power from your e-bike battery. This means your lights are always ready when your e-bike is. Of course, you also have the option of battery or rechargeable battery-powered models. However, these must be charged separately.p>
What happens to the e-bike lights when the battery is empty?
If your e-bike battery runs out of power during a ride, this is not a problem for your lights. In the UK, it is a legal requirement that an empty e-bike battery must retain enough residual energy to continue operating the lighting system for at least 2 hours. This ensures that you can still reach your destination safely.
What functions does an e-bike light need?
High-quality e-bike lights from well-known manufacturers – such as Busch & Müller, Supernova, Lupine – all offer sufficient brightness to be seen in traffic. In addition, there are functions that provide even more safety. Daytime running lights on headlight and a brake lights on the rear light are among them. Many lights have sensors that control these features automatically. Bright and powerful lights are particularly suitable for night-time riding. There are numerous e-bike headlights with high beam. These provide even better illumination of your route.
The right light connection is crucial
Depending on the manufacturer of your e-bike motor, you will need different connection cables. There are motor manufacturers such as Bosch, Shimano or Giant extra light cables, some of which are installed directly on the lamp. When purchasing your e-bike lighting, be sure to check that you have the right connection or order a suitable light cable to go with it.
Is the power output of your e-bike lighting correct?
Before retrofitting an e-bike lighting system, find out whether it is compatible with your e-bike. Pay particular attention to the correct electrical voltage and whether your motor provides sufficient power. Please note that the power consumption of rear lights and headlights.
Overview of maximum light output of various e-bike systems
| System |
Motor |
Front light |
Rear light |
Accessory connection |
Max. total power |
| Smart System |
| 12 V |
Performance Line CX Gen.5 |
18 W¹ |
18 W¹ |
12 W² |
30 W |
| 12 V |
Performance Line SX Gen.5 |
12 W¹ |
12 W¹ |
-² |
12 W |
| 12 V |
Performance Line CX Gen.4 |
18 W¹ |
18 W¹ |
12 W² |
30 W |
| 12 V |
Cargo Line Gen.4 |
18 W¹ |
18 W¹ |
12 W² |
30 W |
| 12 V |
Performance Line Gen.3 |
18 W¹ |
18 W¹ |
12 W² |
30 W |
| 12 V |
Active Line Plus Gen.3 |
18 W¹ |
18 W¹ |
12 W² |
30 W |
| 12 V |
Active Line Gen.3 |
18 W¹ |
18 W¹ |
12 W² |
30 W |
| Bosch E-Bike System 2 |
| 12 V |
Performance Line CX Gen.4 |
17.4 W |
0.6 W |
12 W |
30 W |
| 12 V |
Cargo Line Gen.4 |
17.4 W |
0.6 W |
12 W |
30 W |
| 12 V |
Performance Line Gen.3 |
17.4 W |
0.6 W |
- |
18 W |
| 12 V |
Active Line Plus Gen.3 |
17.4 W |
0.6 W |
- |
18 W |
| 12 V |
Active Line Gen.3 |
17.4 W |
0.6 W |
- |
18 W |
| 6 V / 12 V |
Performance Line CX Gen.2 |
9 W¹ / 18 W¹ |
9 W¹ / 18 W¹ |
- |
9 W / 18 W |
| 6 V |
Active Line Gen.2 |
6.6 W |
0.6 W |
- |
7.2 W |
| Bosch Classic Line |
| 6 V |
Classic Line Gen.1 |
2.7 W |
0.3 W |
- |
3 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. ²Expandable with Component Connector. All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Light connection |
AccessoryConnection |
Max. total power |
| EP8 / EP801 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
24 W |
48 W |
| EP8 / EP800 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
- |
24 W |
| EP6 / EP600 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
24 W |
48 W |
| E8000 / E8080 |
6 V |
12 W¹ |
- |
12 W |
| E7000 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
- |
24 W |
| E6100 / E6110 / E6180 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
- |
24 W |
| E5000 / E5100 / E5080 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
- |
24 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Light connection |
Max. total power |
| PW-X3 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
24 W |
| PW-X2 |
6 V |
9 W¹ |
9 W |
| PW-X |
6 V |
9 W¹ |
9 W |
| PW-ST |
6 V |
9 W¹ |
9 W |
| PW-SE |
6 V |
6 W¹ |
6 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Light connection |
Max. total power |
| SyncDrive Pro2 |
12 V |
36 W¹ |
36 W |
| SyncDrive Sport2 |
12 V |
36 W¹ |
36 W |
| SyncDrive Pro |
6 V |
9 W¹ |
9 W |
| SyncDrive Sport |
6 V |
9 W¹ |
9 W |
| SyncDrive Core |
6 V |
9 W¹ |
9 W |
| SyncDrive EP8 |
13.5 V |
27 W¹ |
27 W |
| SyncDrive Move |
6 V |
9 W¹ |
9 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Front light |
Rear light |
Max. total output |
| Mahle X35³ |
6 V |
4.8 W¹ |
4.8 W¹ |
4.8 W |
| Mahle X35+⁴ |
6 V |
7.2 W¹ |
7.2 W¹ |
7.2 W |
| Mahle X20 with 250 Wh |
6 V |
12 W¹ |
12 W¹ |
12 W⁵ (7 W) |
| Mahle X20 with 350 Wh |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
24 W¹ |
24 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. ³Information on this can be found in the Mahle E-Bike SmartApp. The joystick's firmware number begins with "iM1EM..." = X35. ⁴Information on this can be found in the Mahle E-Bike SmartApp. The joystick's firmware number begins with "iM2EM..." or newer = X35+. ⁵Mahle recommends not exceeding 7 W here. All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Front light |
Rear light |
Max. total power |
| S-MAG / C-MAG / T-MAG |
12 V |
24 W |
1.2 W |
25.2 W |
| S-ALU / C-ALU / T-ALU |
6 V |
14.4 W |
0.6 W |
15 W |
All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Front light |
Rear light |
Max. total power |
| Pinion MGU E1.12 |
13.5 V |
20 W¹ |
20 W¹ |
20 W |
| Pinion MGU E1.9 |
13.5 V |
20 W¹ |
20 W¹ |
20 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Light connection |
Max. total output |
| Ride 50 |
12 V |
12 W¹ |
12 W |
| Ride 60 |
12 V |
24 W¹ |
24 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. All information is provided without guarantee.
| Motor |
System |
Light connection |
Max. total power |
| HPR50 |
13.2 V |
26 W¹ |
26 W |
¹Output power is added together. Distribution between front and rear lights is arbitrary. All information is provided without guarantee.
Where should the light shine?
Positioning is just as important when choosing the right e-bike lighting. For headlights, there are two common mounting locations: the fork crown or the handlebars. Depending on your preference, you will need different lamp holders. With rear lights, there are even more mounting options. A common method is to attach them to the seat post, the luggage rack or directly into the mudguard.
Can I retrofit an e-bike light myself?
In many cases, you can retrofit or convert an e-bike light yourself. All you need to do is connect the suitable light cables from the motor to your e-bike lights. Suitable instructions can often be found in the scope of delivery or on the Internet. You should be careful with S-pedelecs up to 45 km/h, as these have special lighting requirements.
StVZO – is e-bike lighting mandatory?
If you use your bicycle on public roads, a suitable lighting system is mandatory. It is not sufficient to mount a headlight and a rear light with StVZO certification on your e-bike. For a complete lighting system, you will need:
- whitefront headlight
- red rear light
- White front reflector
- Red rear reflector
- Spoke reflectors
- Pedal reflectors at the front and rear
If you have equipped your e-bike in this way, you will be optimally visible in traffic and will not need to fear police checks.p>
Special case of S-pedelecs up to 45 km/h in the StVZO
ForFor fast e-bikes with motor assistance up to 45 km/h, there are special rules in the StVZO regarding number plates and insurance requirements. E-bike riders must always ride with their lights on, even during the day. In addition, the lighting system must meet specific requirements. For this reason, speed pedelecs are usually delivered from the factory with suitable lighting. When replacing your lights, be sure to choose a suitable speed pedelec lamp.
