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  1. Jeff Backes

    FatSix Top Gear Skipping

    Do you have at least 5mm between the jockey wheel and the largest sprocket? How much of an angle is there on the chain? Does it ever happen on the second to largest cog? You might want to point a video camera (phone, GoPro) at your derailleur and see what is actually happening under load. jeff
  2. Jeff Backes

    Upgrades to my XM700+

    Looks like they sell the 500 for just shy of $1,000. I'm used to getting gouged by manufactures for batteries, I own a few Segways ;) jeff http://www.motostrano.com/BOSCH-E-Bike-Battery-Pack-500-Watt-p/bhschbat500.htm
  3. Jeff Backes

    Upgrades to my XM700+

    Larry, Yes, the 500 works great on the XM. Motostrano seems to be the only one publicly mentioning availability. It has to be shipped as HAZMAT as it contains a large amount of exothermic material. My Trek PowerFly came from the factory with a 500 and I swap them around all the time. It is so...
  4. Jeff Backes

    Upgrades to my XM700+

    I just found the box for the rock shox. Here is a picture of the label, hope that helps!
  5. Jeff Backes

    Upgrades to my XM700+

    This is the only mod I had the bike shop do for me. I don't know what parts they used. If you contact Mike at Chain Reaction in Redwood City, CA he should be able to help you out. Also you will need to fabricate small L-brackets for the fender wires to connect to the shock. As I recall they...
  6. Jeff Backes

    Upgrades to my XM700+

    You need to have the clutch off to take the wheel on/off. Also you will have to push your gear selector a tad harder. Jeff
  7. Jeff Backes

    Upgrades to my XM700+

    The derailleur has a lever that engages the clutch mech. As I recall, if the lever is in the up position it is engaged.
  8. Jeff Backes

    It's done!

    Great looking ride! jeff
  9. Jeff Backes

    Powerfly 5 FS - Any opinions

    Thanks for the link, I have looked at the specs and it seems very much like my Powerfly 7. The components don't seem to be "top shelf". You might want to upgrade those if you have problems with shifting and braking. I upgraded all my components to XLR very much overkill. I think that SLX or...
  10. Jeff Backes

    Powerfly 5 FS - Any opinions

    I love my Trek Powerfly 8 fs. It's a wonderful bike! I can crush trails that used to be totally out of my reach. The four major mid drive manufactures are: Brose, Bosch, Yamaha, and Shimano. I have tried Bosch and Yamaha and preferred the Bosch. I think that the dollar sign is what is...
  11. Jeff Backes

    Theme Update for EBR Forum... FEEDBACK?!!

    Court, Thanks for all of your hard work. Looking forward to new look and feel! jeff
  12. Jeff Backes

    Nyon Upgrade in USA worked out of the box!

    As far as I can tell, you can't edit an Activity's name.
  13. Jeff Backes

    Nyon Upgrade in USA worked out of the box!

    Here are some screen shots of the iPhone app
  14. Jeff Backes

    Nyon Upgrade in USA worked out of the box!

    Here are some screen shots of the ebike-connect website for the Nyon. It gives great stats for planned routes. And here is a screen of what a traveled route looks like. Having the stats makes it just a little more fun for me. jeff
  15. Jeff Backes

    Nyon Upgrade in USA worked out of the box!

    Here is an example from the manual. n1 Clock n2 Map n3 Zoom level n4 Compass needle n5 Turn instructions and distance to the next turn n6 Distance to destination n7 Estimated time of arrival at destination Entering a destination on the device isn't very easy, I think they expect you to use...
  16. Jeff Backes

    Upgrades to my XM700+

    I don't think loosing the guard should be a problem, but you might want to check and make sure that your clutch is engaged. Mine came from the LBS turned off.
  17. Jeff Backes

    Schwalbe tires off to terrible start

    I have the same tires on my XM700, so far zero problems. Hope your liners help. Also you might want to toss some slime in those inner-tubes Jeff
  18. Jeff Backes

    Improved my mileage and whitened my teeth :)

    I'm guessing at least .0001 oz per bolt. With savings like that I should be getting at least 1/10th of an inch more distance per 100 charges ;)
  19. Jeff Backes

    Improved my mileage and whitened my teeth :)

    I bought green titanium bolts for my disc brakes. Let me tell you this is the most exciting upgrade to date. I was impressed with just how much weight they save! ;););););) jeff
  20. Jeff Backes

    Felt Sport Electric Bike with Bosch Performance Drive

    Bob, The Nyon is not available yet from US dealers. I purchased mine from overseas and had to jump though a few hoops to get it working. I hope Chris has better news than I do! jeff
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