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  1. emco5

    Cheap solution to kick stand rattle.

    I suspect that the vinyl tape around the hinge might be compensating for something needing attention.
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    Shimano STEPS E6000 firmware question

    I've had the opportunity to compare two eBikes of the same brand and model. Both have Steps E6000 power with the 10-speed derailleur rear end. Both have had the original 44-tooth chainring replaced with the optional 38-tooth gear. One bike has had the programming updated for the smaller...
  3. emco5

    bike locks, what's the pick?(ha)

    https://electricbikereview.com/forums/threads/best-lock-for-fat-tire-bike.13678/
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    Best Lock for fat tire bike.

    After reading the above, I ordered one. Previously, I had used a motion-alarm padlock fastened around the top tube to add some security to a heavy chain with Abus disc lock. The siren padlock worked okay, but isn't close to being as consistently motion sensitive as the G Keni bike taillight...
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    STEPS manuals

    FYI: If you are contemplating getting a bike with the STEPS E6000 system, or already have one, here are quick links to.... The dealer's manual. http://si.shimano.com/pdfs/dm/DM-SP0001-11-ENG.pdf The owner's manual. http://si.shimano.com/pdfs/um/UM-70H0A-008-00-ENG.pdf Other E6000 and E8000...
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    eBike sales a "bright spot" this year

    Interesting comment from Bicycle Retailer..... https://tinyurl.com/y7kj5pg3
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    Exploding Tires on Ebikes?

    The reference to an exploding tire is actually a ‘blowout’. The action happens with 'tubed tires' when the casing's fabric weave fails and opens a space large enough for the tube to attempt an escape. With a high pressure tire the rupturing tube can enlarge the hole. The fabric can fail from...
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    Exploding Tires on Ebikes?

    It's about as common as a tire exploding on any powered vehicle. Very rarely a manufacturing defect will cause a stir, but tire problems typically occur when the casing becomes punctured or lacerated, over inflated, mounted incorrectly, or stressed beyond its weight and speed ratings. The...
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    Let's see your best pic of your electric bicycle

    After observing me having so much fun with a Trek 'Lift', my wife got the eBike bug and now has a Lift of her own. For the ladies in the forum, this is the WSD version.
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    Thought I'd go faster up a hill

    The climb would be easier with a geared hub, and much easier with a mid-drive, but all will work you and probably be slower than you'd expect. The boost is still worth the price of admission, though. :) You are turning a 48 tooth chainring on the RadCity which is a bit tall for hills. If you...
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    RadRover does not track straight

    Check that both front and rear axles are fully seated into the drops. If you still get wandering to the right it's time to press for warranty support.
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    38-t chainring and smaller tires

    Update, July 9: Visited a dealer back in May and they connected with support at Shimano USA who provided the proprietary pass code to change the settings for the 38t chainring, and my choice of narrower 26 x 1.50" tires. At the same time they updated the firmware. No problems with the changes...
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    My power to my motor is dropping after 5 miles rapidly

    Maybe the hub's controller is programmed to work with Lithium batteries which have higher voltage and a narrower draw-down range than lead-acid.
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    What shoes do you wear...

    My "shoes" are Redwing 608 work boots. They are a particularly nice fit with pedal half-clips, and they look spectacular with blue jeans. This pair has seen many hundreds of miles on several different eBikes.
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    Loose Battery Sled Base?

    FYI... During a ride on a rough gravel road, the plate on my STePS-powered bike occasionally rattled. If yours does, too, there's a quick fix. Remove the battery, stretch [to reduce its thickness] a length of cut o-ring or thick rubber band and then slide it between the battery's end mounts...
  16. emco5

    Walk function on Trek Bicycles

    The walk feature is available on some Trek bikes equipped with the Shimano Steps system.
  17. emco5

    EBR forum PM's

    It does. : ) Thank you, Ann, for the clarification.
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    EBR forum PM's

    Okay, JayVee, I logged off, cleared and rebooted my browser, and came back to EBR. Tapping your name brings up what appears to be some direct posts to you from other members. Our 'Conversation' is not visible, so you are correct that there is a difference between a PM/Conversation and a...
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    EBR forum PM's

    I just posted a response to your 'Conversation'. A few minutes ago I brought up the forum's 'well known members' page. Some have blocked profiles and show nothing. The personal page for those members that are not blocked show what appears to be PM chatter. Hopefully I'm wrong, but I think...
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