Frequently Asked Questions
Here you will find answers about delivery, compatibility, installation and use of our digital tuning license codes.
As a rule, you will receive your license code by email within a few minutes. It is usually located directly in your order confirmation. Please also check your spam, junk or promotions folder.
Order and Delivery
When will I receive my license code?
The license code is usually sent automatically by email within a few minutes after purchase. You will normally find it directly in your order confirmation.
In individual cases, delivery may take a little longer, for example if the payment is still being processed.
I did not receive an email. What should I do?
Please check first:
- your spam or junk mail folder,
- the promotions folder of your mailbox,
- the email address entered during the order,
- whether the payment was completed successfully.
If the code is still missing, send us your order number and the email address you used.
Do I also receive the code in the evening or on weekends?
Yes. Digital delivery is automated and is generally also possible outside our support hours.
Are there any shipping costs?
No. The license code is a digital product and is provided by email. No parcel is shipped.
Is the license code ready to use immediately?
Yes. As soon as you have received the code, you can start the installation. Read the included instructions beforehand and check the system requirements of the product.
Compatibility
How do I know if my vehicle is compatible?
All supported models and requirements are listed in the respective product description. Compare the full model designation there with your vehicle.
Pay particular attention to suffixes such as D, E, Pro, Plus, Max, generation or year of manufacture.
What should I check before buying?
- Manufacturer and full model designation
- Model variant and generation
- the current firmware version, if applicable
- whether original electronic components are installed
- whether a custom firmware has already been installed
- which device is required for the installation
Does the code work on a modified vehicle?
The vehicle should be in its original factory condition. With a replaced controller, a modified display, custom firmware or other software modifications, correct operation cannot be guaranteed.
Can I use the code for several vehicles?
No. A license code is intended for one vehicle and is assigned to the corresponding vehicle after activation.
Can I transfer the code to another vehicle?
No. After activation, the license code is bound to the original vehicle. A transfer is not possible even after deactivating the tuning.
Installation
How do I install the license code?
Together with the code, you will receive instructions and the link to the appropriate installation page.
Ninebot license codes are activated via Bluetooth at ninebot.1dragon.de .
Bosch license codes are activated at 1dragon.de .
How long does the installation take?
The installation usually only takes a few minutes. If a software update is required beforehand, the process may take a little longer.
Do I have to open the vehicle or install a chip?
No. Our digital license codes are activated by software. No additional tuning chip needs to be installed and the vehicle does not have to be opened.
Which devices can I use for the installation?
This depends on the respective product:
- Ninebot: Android, iOS, Windows or macOS with Bluetooth
- Navee/Brightway: Android smartphone with Bluetooth
- Bosch Generation 1–4: Windows PC with Google Chrome
- Bosch Smart System: compatible Android device or Windows PC
Which browser should I use?
On Android and Windows we recommend Google Chrome. For the Ninebot installation with an iPhone or iPad, the Bluefy browser from the App Store is required.
Why is my Bosch e-bike not recognized?
Often it is due to the USB cable used. Many cables can only charge and cannot transfer data.
Use a genuine data cable and, if necessary, test another USB port or a second cable.
Why is my scooter not found via Bluetooth?
The vehicle can usually only be connected to one device or app at a time.
- Completely close the official manufacturer app.
- Disconnect connections to other devices.
- Check Bluetooth.
- Turn the vehicle off and on again.
- Reopen the installation page or the app.
Function and Speed
What speed does my vehicle reach?
You will find the possible speeds in the respective product description. These are guide values and not a guaranteed top speed.
Influencing factors include battery charge level, rider weight, tire pressure, motor power, gradient, headwind and outside temperature.
Why do I not reach the stated speed?
Check the battery charge level, tire pressure, riding mode, gear ratio and the selected configuration.
The tuning adjusts the software-side limit but cannot generate additional motor power.
Does the tuning reduce the range?
Yes, that is possible. Higher speeds require more energy and increase air resistance. As a result, the range can decrease significantly.
Can I deactivate the tuning again?
Yes. For the supported products, the activation can be deactivated again via the respective installation page, or the vehicle can be reset to the limited mode.
The license code nevertheless remains bound to the original vehicle.
Does the tuning stay active after switching off?
This depends on the product and the selected configuration. With some systems, the vehicle starts again in limited mode after being switched off and must be unlocked again using a key combination.
Errors and Updates
What should I do if I get an error message?
Take a photo of the complete error message and note at which step it occurs.
Then send support the following:
- your order number,
- the full model designation,
- the current firmware version, if known,
- a screenshot of the error message,
- the smartphone or computer system used.
Can I install a manufacturer update after tuning?
Before every firmware or software update, check whether the new version is already supported.
A future manufacturer update can deactivate or change the activation, or prevent a renewed activation.
Is permanent compatibility guaranteed?
Compatibility refers to the vehicles and software versions supported at the time of purchase. Functioning with all future firmware versions cannot be guaranteed.
What does the Bosch error 504 mean?
Error 504 can indicate that tuning has been detected. The e-bike may then only support a low or stuttering speed.
On Bosch Generation 1–4, the error usually resets automatically after about 12 to 20 kilometers ridden. Also check the magnet, the sensor and their correct position.
Returns and License Binding
Can I return a digital license code?
For digital content, the right of withdrawal can lapse as soon as provision has begun, provided you have previously expressly agreed and confirmed the loss of the right of withdrawal.
A license code that has already been provided, activated or used cannot be resold or transferred to another vehicle.
What happens if I ordered the wrong code?
Contact support as soon as possible and do not use the code. Whether a change is possible depends on whether the digital content has already been provided or activated.
What happens after activation?
After activation, the license code is assigned to the respective vehicle. It cannot be taken back, transferred or used for another vehicle.
Legal and Safety
May I ride an unlocked vehicle on public roads?
By changing the speed limit, the vehicle can lose its operating permit or road approval.
Use is only permitted where the legal regulations allow it, for example on closed-off private property with the owner's consent.
Can the tuning affect warranty or insurance?
Yes. A change to the speed limit can have effects on the operating permit, insurance cover and the voluntary manufacturer warranty.
What do I need to bear in mind at higher speeds?
Higher speeds increase the braking distance and the load on tires, brakes, battery, motor, chassis and other components.
Check the vehicle regularly and wear a suitable helmet as well as appropriate protective clothing.