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  1. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro - Disc Brake Pad Replacement

    I enjoy the Syd and Mackey channel. They do a good job of showing just how easy it is to bleed brakes, though.
  2. CincyKid

    Let's talk Zen Photon Pro display settings...

    Okay. Did my own test. Sport is definitely fastest at PAS 5 Eco came second fastest at PAS 5 Boost was actually slower at PAS 5 I also found myself spinning out near 26mph, both up and down hill. I call spinning out exceeding 115rpm cadence. My legs and heart rate could both handle more...
  3. CincyKid

    Let's talk Zen Photon Pro display settings...

    I know there are 3 different settings you can access via the display: Eco, Boost and Sport Each has their own PAS assist level 1-5. Have you done any speed tests to compare each of these? How long can you ride each of the highest PAS settings in each mode? Curious about this. I will be...
  4. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro - Disc Brake Pad Replacement

    You should still have bought a Zen. I have upgraded the handle bars. And, will be bleeding brakes... As for stuff to do, I would rather tinker with video than making my bike rideable... 8-)
  5. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro - Disc Brake Pad Replacement

    100% Agree. I was with a group. My front break squeals so loudly. I was definitely leaning on the back too much. Ordinarily, I use both and do a more aggressive brake and release on the long super steep hills. This time I had to keep my speed in check so I didn't run over anyone. 8-)
  6. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro - Disc Brake Pad Replacement

    You boys are right. I took the brake pads off. Lots of wear remaining. Now, what brake bleed kit to get? ;)
  7. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro - Disc Brake Pad Replacement

    A couple of reasons: 1) Brake fade on long, steep descents to such a degree the brake lever comes all the way to the bar. 2) Less reactive and squishy feeling when using them I have not taken them out to "officially" check. 8-)
  8. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro - Disc Brake Pad Replacement

    I'm approaching 600 miles in. Lots of climbing (22,000+)...and descending. It's close to requiring a pad replacement. Any suggestions as to the type of pad to replace with? Good videos to view for the process. Appreciate the help.
  9. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro- Preorder | 1040Wh UL Certified battery | 500W nominal/900W peak power Torque-sensing motor w/ Throttle | USD 2999 | CAD 3999

    I thought it would work like this as well. However, it always ends up as 80% charged. Finally, plugged it into the battery while installed on the bike. 100% charge. I don't hear a whistling noise. I do hear an motor whine. My average speeds 17-20mph.
  10. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro- Preorder | 1040Wh UL Certified battery | 500W nominal/900W peak power Torque-sensing motor w/ Throttle | USD 2999 | CAD 3999

    Hey guys! Been super busy putting miles on my Zen. I have run into one area I'm not sure of. Can the battery only be charged to 100% while installed on the bike? (see ) I did a 40 mile ride today at Eco PAS1/2 for the majority of it but used PAS5 to get up a long 8% grade climb. The battery...
  11. CincyKid

    Okay...which one of you did this???

    I bought one of these: https://seatylock.com/products/foldylock-forever
  12. CincyKid

    Question about the lights.

    Thanks Ravi
  13. CincyKid

    Question about the lights.

    Is there a setting to turn the headlight on/off? Is it intended to always be on? I think I may have an issue. My headlight doesn't seem to work. Thoughts?
  14. CincyKid

    Zen Electric Bikes Survey - With approval from Ravi

    What are you asking? About the OPTIONAL communication?
  15. CincyKid

    Zen Electric Bikes Survey - With approval from Ravi

    General demographic information. It's anonymous. No data is collected on an individual level.
  16. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro contact points mods?

    I like this phrase: "...give yourself permissio to ride at any assist level you like..." I find myself using PAS 1. It's a great workout. Then Sunday, this happened: I rode to the donut shop 1/2 mile away. Used the throttle only on the way back just to see what it was like. It was set at PAS...
  17. CincyKid

    Zen Electric Bikes Survey - With approval from Ravi

    Anyone willing to participate? Very responses. Only takes a couple of minutes.
  18. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro contact points mods?

    I just updated my contact points. Handlebar, grips, saddle. Wider, flatter bars. 780mm wide, 8 degree backsweep, 5 degree upsweep. Silicone grips. Terry Liberator Y gel saddle. I did install a seat post clamp as well. QR would not stop slipping. Yes, greased. 😛 More reach means I'm not as...
  19. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro- Preorder | 1040Wh UL Certified battery | 500W nominal/900W peak power Torque-sensing motor w/ Throttle | USD 2999 | CAD 3999

    I have updated my bike: flat bar, grips, saddle and seat post clamp. Plus, a Foldylock. Much more reach. Silicone grips are tacky plus more comfortable. Yet to see the impact on a long ride. Went with a Terry Liberator Y gel. 30 day trial plus support my local shop. The bike is a bit quicker...
  20. CincyKid

    Zen Photon Pro- Preorder | 1040Wh UL Certified battery | 500W nominal/900W peak power Torque-sensing motor w/ Throttle | USD 2999 | CAD 3999

    I'm attempting to find the sweet spot of less upright, slightly more aggressive posture with less sweep on the bars and a more solid saddle. I have ordered this bar: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HMVVP4B?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1 with the 810mm width, 15mm rise. 5.5 degree upsweep...
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