Recent content by tpete61

It's a single battery icon that shows total for both batteries combined as well as the range indicator doing the same.

No, It does not have to be left on the bike. I leave it on since both batteries discharge simultaneously during a ride. This forces both batteries to cycle all of the time so the ERB pack isn't sitting around with a full charge or partial charge.

I have the extended range battery pack rather than a second power tube. I'm happy with the setup. You mount both batteries where they belong when starting your ride. Just ride all you want until both batteries are depleted. I can't think of any negatives other than doing the install myself. The...

The battery lock definitely needs improvement. Both of the Allant's I have had exhibit the same problem. They don't latch firmly and are sometimes fussy to remove.

Trek has a jig/fixture for aligning the battery to the mount points inside the frame and the lock mechanism. I would check if your LBS has this tool. You can search for the tool online to purchase, but if I remember they are expensive.

I have the Range boost on an Allant+ 7s, there is no doubt they both charge simultaneously on this bike. There is no additional power boost with this battery. I'm on my second Allant+ 7s the first being programmed with the EMTB mode and my new one received this month is factory. I honestly don't...

My 500w Powertube mounted to a outer case (or shell) for an Allant +7s sure looks like it has room for a longer battery such as the 625w.

Not really. The 500W Battery is in the same housing as the 625W battery. So I wouldn't say it's not possible. We just don't know yet.

Excellent choice! It does fold up to be very compact when not in use on my Tahoe. Very well built US Made Carrier!

Apparently many don't. It must be legal in most states as for how the bikes are carried. Some vehicle/bike combinations can block the lights out more than others. I don't believe it's a serious problem as generally when I'm behind a vehicle with bikes I know it and tend to be more careful...

1up USA...American Made!!! You will see it in the build quality!!! They are back logged right now about 4 weeks. Probably for good reason as they make a very good rack!

It would be a better deal for Trek to either include the 625watt battery or offer it as an upgrade when purchasing the bike. The 625w would be ideal for me as the 500w is a littler short of the distance I like to ride. So I had to spend close to $1000 to get the needed range.

The "Y" Cable comes with the range boost kit. The kit includes all necessary parts to install the battery. You have to drop the motor. The range boost comes with an installation booklet. This installation is doable for an average skilled mechanical person. The biggest difficulty is stuffing...

I’m not the Bosch guy but I did install my own range boost kit rather then the dealer. It’s basically a “Y” cable coming off the motor. You would have to purchase the “Y” cable if it’s available to purchase by itself. You would then need to lengthen it and obtain the plug that mates to your...

I have not seen any IP rating in the manual. I would doubt that claim. The bike can definitely get wet as the manual does state this. It does have a caveat that high pressure water should not be used to clean the bike. That being said I have been very careful about getting any of the electrical...