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Getting Bosch to derestrict Speed Limiter if you ride on your own private land

Dirtyrig

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Dec 26, 2021
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Has anyone ever asked Bosch to derestrict the motor? I'm curious, if you own your own land and want to ride your bike on your own land derestricted, would Bosch allow the changes to be made on the motor? I understand the warranty would be void, but you would not be breaking any laws so would Bosch be against that? I'm curious if there are laws in the USA that protect the consumer in these instances.

Thanks!
 

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