Zehus

What Zehus does

Zehus S.p.A. is an Italy-based B2B powertrain technology provider for the e-bike and light electric vehicle industry, founded in 2013 as a spin-off of Politecnico di Milano. The company designs and manufactures two main e-bike drive system lines: The All In One (an integrated rear-wheel hub combining motor, battery, electronics, and sensors, with Horizon and Halos variants featuring automatic or manual K.E.R.S. regenerative braking) and the Sport Hub (a modular motor system paired with in-tube or removable batteries such as Iterna 400). Its core technology is anchored by the patented Bike+ non plug-in e-bike system and proprietary energy recovery algorithms that allow up to 20% battery recharge through regenerative braking. All products are sold exclusively through OEM partnerships with bicycle manufacturers (over 30 brands worldwide, including Vello, Cooper Bikes, Detroit Bikes, Hummingbird, and Taurus), and complete bikes must be EN15194 certified for European sale.

Zehus generates revenue through wholesale hardware sales of these powertrain systems to OEM bicycle manufacturers; it does not sell direct to consumers or bicycle shops. The company also provides a connected software ecosystem (Zehus App, Rides Portal, Backoffice Portal for OEM fleet management, and Tools App for service operations) that supports fleet maintenance, ride analytics, and anti-theft geolocation. Zehus has been the e-mobility division of Eldor Corporation, an international automotive supplier, since 2019, giving it access to automotive-grade production facilities in Italy, Turkey, Brazil, China, and the USA, although Zehus itself operates from a single headquarters in Orsenigo, Italy with 11-50 employees. The business is privately held and subject to the management and coordination of Forte Holdings S.p.A., with no publicly disclosed revenue or valuation.

Name

Zehus

Legal name

Zehus S.p.A.

Website

https://zehus.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Zehus is an Italy-based B2B powertrain technology provider that designs and manufactures integrated e-bike drive systems (The All In One and Sport Hub) sold exclusively to over 30 OEM bicycle manufacturers worldwide, and has been the e-mobility division of Eldor Corporation since 2019.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

E-bike Powertrain Systems

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751)

akta.pro primary industry

E-bikes & E-cargo Bikes Manufacturing (IMACAOAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

E-Mobility Controllers, Motors & Drivetrains (Consumer aftermarket/OEM) (CRACASAK)

Keywords

• E-bike powertrain systems
• Electric bicycle motors
• Bicycle drivetrain technology
• Regenerative braking e-bike
• OEM electric mobility

Headquarters

HQ city

Milano

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. E-bike Powertrain Systems: Sale of complete e-bike powertrain systems including motors, batteries, and controllers to OEM bicycle manufacturers. Systems are factory-installed during bicycle manufacturing. Revenue is generated through wholesale B2B relationships with bicycle brands.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Zehus designs, manufactures, and sells compact integrated e-bike powertrain systems (motor, battery, electronics, and sensors) to OEM bicycle manufacturers. Its two core product lines, The All In One and Sport Hub, are factory-installed by partner brands into EN15194-certified e-bikes distributed globally. The offering is completed by a digital app/back-office ecosystem and accessories such as chargers, controllers, and range-extender batteries.

Product overview

Zehus is a powertrain technology provider for e-bikes and light electric vehicles, offering two main system lines: The All In One (integrated rear wheel hub systems including Horizon and Halos with automatic or manual K.E.R.S.) and Sport Hub (modular motor plus battery systems including Vigor + Bios and Vigor + Hago configurations paired with Iterna 400 batteries). The product portfolio also includes accessories (Controller, Charger, Propaga 200 range extender) and a digital ecosystem comprising the Zehus App, Zehus Rides Portal, Backoffice Portal, and Tools App for managing motors, ride data, fleet maintenance, and e-bike configuration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Eventure: Eventure appears to be related to Zehus as evidenced by email address [email protected] found in source data, though context suggests it may be a previous or related brand name
• Bitride

Products and services

• The All In One The lightest and most compact e-bike system, integrating motor, battery, electronics, and sensors in a single rear-wheel unit to naturally reduce pedaling effort. Designed for OEM integration into factory-certified EN15194 e-bikes.
• Horizon Non-conventional e-bike system variant of The All In One with automatic energy recovery algorithm similar to hybrid-car technology; optimized power assistance and regenerative braking based on road slope and speed.
• Halos Classic e-bike system variant of The All In One that assists through multiple power modes with manual K.E.R.S. recovery, integrating motor, battery and electronics in the rear wheel.
• Sport Hub E-bike system featuring a powerful motor combined with in-tube or removable batteries, enabling extended-range exploration with high torque and multiple speed configurations for OEM integration.
• Vigor + Bios Sport Hub variant with a straight-pull, high-performance design offering simple and minimal BIOS interface, with optional DUO blip buttons for quick e-bike mode switching.
• Vigor + Hago Sport Hub variant with HAGO + TRIO handlebar display providing a detailed riding dashboard paired with a wired button pad for quick e-bike control.
• Stamina Pack Battery product category for Sport Hub energy storage solutions, comprising the Iterna 400 in-tube battery and compatible range-extender batteries.
• Iterna 400 In-tube battery for Sport Hub motors with 400 Wh capacity, weighing 2.2 kg, IPX5 rated, with easy removal and simple cabling.
• Controller Wireless handlebar controller for managing Zehus devices while riding, enabling power on/off, power mode changes, motor assistance, Boost, K.E.R.S., and battery monitoring.
• Charger Li-ion battery charger with 100-240 VAC input and DC 33.6V 2A output for quick battery charging of Zehus systems.
• Propaga 200 Range-extender battery providing additional 200 Wh capacity to extend Stamina Pack range, IPX5 rated, weighing 1.2 kg.
• Zehus App Control-center mobile app serving as a dashboard to manage the Zehus motor, visualize riding data, customize power modes, and electrically lock the motor when the e-bike is parked.
• Zehus Rides Portal Web statistics portal for analyzing ride data collected by Zehus motors, with mobile view integrated into the Zehus App.
• Backoffice Portal OEM back-office tools portal for brands and manufacturers to manage their Zehus-equipped e-bike fleets and maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 20% battery charge recovery through K.E.R.S.
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

34 partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Eldor CorporationflagshipOthers · 1 January 2019Zehus is the e-mobility division of Eldor Corporation, an international group leader in the automotive industry. This partnership provides automotive-grade production quality, reliability, and global manufacturing capabilities with plants in Italy, Turkey, Brazil, China and USA. Enables cross-field innovation and state-of-the-art industrialization.
• Politecnico di MilanocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013University spin-off origin of Zehus. The Bike+ technology patent was developed through university research, establishing the foundation for Zehus's proprietary e-bike system technology.
• VellocoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAustrian company creating innovative folding e-bikes with unique design. Integrates Zehus powertrain systems into their factory-produced bikes.
• Cooper BikescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerBritish brand producing e-bikes almost indistinguishable from conventional bikes. The barely visible drive system provides natural riding experience.
• Detroit BikescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerAmerican bicycle company focused on urban exploration. Mission to make bike ownership fun and enjoyable.
• JitenshacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerFrench brand creating minimalist Japanese-inspired bikes with light and slender design.
• Coh&Co.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDanish bicycle company bringing quality, innovation and sustainable mindset to urban cycling.
• KostkacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerCzech manufacturer of footbikes with over 20 years of tradition using modern technologies.
• HummingbirdcoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerBritish brand focused on lightweight design and innovation for greater freedom.
• QuellacoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerBritish brand of vintage and elegant single speed bikes established in 2012.
• TauruscoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerItalian company from rod brake mechanics to sustainable electric powertrain, innovating two-wheelers.
• SharvancoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerWorld's first bicycle that adapts to size, folds in seconds, and can change color.
• REF BikescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSustainable bike company taking different approach to lifecycle, limiting waste.
• Roetz BikescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDutch brand making fairly made, future-proof bikes with lasting design for the planet.
• T°RED BikescoreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerWorld's first product company born from materials R&D laboratory with high innovation content.
• FIXIE Inc.coreOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerGerman brand of stylish, essential urban bikes for city bikers with sporty minimal look.
• 1886 CyclesminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerFrench brand distinguished by clean elegant design and front light integrated into frame.
• BIKE IDminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerScandinavian brand of well-crafted bicycles for urban commuting.
• AOI.CYCLEminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerBrand intertwining stainless-steel frames with wood for timeless elegant bicycles.
• ByArminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerDutch luxury ebike brand born from passion for design, innovation and craftsmanship.
• CenciminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSwiss brand restoring old bikes with newest technology for comfortable safe ride.
• CoronadominorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerSwiss brand bringing Coronado bikes back with modern components and technology.
• GorillaminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUrban cycling brand building frames with innovative setups for city riders.
• Human cycleminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerRadical future-thinking mobility products.
• Design Your BikeminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerColorful group creating diverse custom bikes without constraints.
• Dutch World BikesminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerRestores vintage bikes adapting them invisibly with new parts.
• MopbikeminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerModern craftsmanship looking at past with eyes of today and tomorrow.
• nFixedminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerBrand focused on simplicity as ultimate sophistication.
• PardminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerUnique bikes born from craftsmanship and love of beauty.
• Scatto ItalianominorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerItalian brand combining designer minds with craftsmen hands for perfect projects.
• Why CustomminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerItalian brand of custom dirt bikes for urban and off-road environments.
• ZASHminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerItalian brand merging aerospace technology with industrial design for unique products.
• TrisminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerItalian high-performance tilting three-wheel bike for urban commuting with comfort.
• Kruz BikeminorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerHungarian company building custom bicycles for urban commuting and weekend tours.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/www.zehus.it
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zehus-srl
• Instagraminstagram.com/zehus.it/?hl=it
• Xx.com/zehusbike

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds4 records

Investors4 records

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M&A

Investments

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