How pedal assist levels work on the Lectric XP and XPedition and what you can change
Lectric XP 2.0/3.0 use a cadence sensor with PAS 0 to 5. The XPedition (2023+) uses a torque sensor with 0 to 5. Levels are changed with '+'/'-'; P05 sets the assist profile.
Step by step
- Press '+' to raise and '-' to lower the level; it shows on the left of the display.
- Level 0 = no pedal assist; throttle still works.
- To change the assist curve: With the display on and the bike stationary, press and hold '+' and '-' together for about 1 second to open the P-settings menu (P01 appears). Then power/M to P05.
- P05 = 0 is the default curve; higher values shift assist so level 1 starts stronger (XP 2.0/3.0). On the XPedition P05 sets torque sensitivity (0 to 3).
- Hold '+' and '-' to save.
- There is no app-based customisation on XP 2.0/3.0/XPedition.
Tip: For town riding on a cadence-sensor XP, level 2 is plenty; level 5 in traffic surges because the motor does not know how hard you pedal.
Can't find it?
If P05 is missing, your firmware has a fixed curve.
Frequently asked
Assist starts a second after I pedal.
Normal for cadence sensors; the magnet ring needs a partial revolution. If it takes more than one full turn, the sensor is misaligned.
Can I make level 1 gentler for a child?
Only via P05 = 0 and P08 (lower speed limit).
Why does assist feel different on my XPedition?
Torque sensor: it multiplies your effort. Pedal harder for more power.
Manuals and video
Videos found on YouTube and checked automatically; they are other people's work, not ours.
- Lectric XP Lite 2.0: Pedal Assist and Cadence Explained Ebike Escape
- Lectric XP 3.0 Pedal Assist: The Power Boost You Need 😆 Chad B.
Other Lectric XP 2.0 / 3.0 / XPedition display guides
Lectric: switch mph to km/hLectric: reset the tripLectric: wheel size and magnet countLectric: display brightnessLectric: walk modeLectric: lightsLectric: class 2 / class 3 speed setting (P08)Lectric: throttle on/off and class rules
Still stuck? Take a photo of the display and show it to a local e-bike workshop. Bring the bike's system name (e.g. Bosch Performance Line CX) and the exact code; that saves diagnostic time and money.