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  1. Tom@WashDC

    No power/current display after Ultra 620 Canbus-UART conversion

    Are you using a UART display?
  2. Tom@WashDC

    Issues with brand new ebike

    "Or could it be that all these problems (completely warped wheel and broken spoke) happened because I had the seatpost changed, and this is not the original configuration?" The temptation is oh so strong with this one :p
  3. Tom@WashDC

    Installed a Rohloff Speedhub 14, IGH on my mid-drive Luna Z1 Ultra Mag

    Thanks! Yeah Rohloff hubs have been available on Amazon for a while. Understand, I do not believe these are hubs and parts are being sold by Rohloff authorized distributors or service/sales centers. https://www.rohloff.de/en/company/worldwide
  4. Tom@WashDC

    Hello from Colorado USA

    Welcome to the Forum.
  5. Tom@WashDC

    Luna Z1 - First impressions

    I had issues too with adjustments. Very finicky. I had minor damage too many times on rocks, roots, etc. Then it was too finicky to adjust after tiny mishaps. I finally ditched the whole dearailleur thing and installed the Rohloff 14 Speed IGH. Man it is heaven on an eMTB! I would never go back...
  6. Tom@WashDC

    Bafang M620 upgrade?

    How many teeth on your front chain ring? How many on the rear? Just curious.
  7. Tom@WashDC

    Bafang M620 upgrade?

    CAN version you are out of luck as far as programming is concerned. I honestly don't believe you have a lack of "power" problem. I have the same motor and Rohloff hub. My bike will will climb any hill at speed, for a long duration without overexertion. You may have some other problem. Have you...
  8. Tom@WashDC

    Bafang M620 upgrade?

    Volts X Amps = Watts 52 * X = 2200 X = 42.3 You will need to install a controller rated at 42+ nominal amps. Don't do it. If your motor is UART, get a cable and program the torque settings. @smorgasbord has a whole thread on it.
  9. Tom@WashDC

    Bafang M620 upgrade?

    I've got a BBSHD too, on a Fat Tire Bike. You do realize that you are going to have to work harder with the ULTRA becuase it's torque sensing and there is "no free lunch". The BBSHD has cadence sensing which is going to power you up to speed whether you are pedaling hard or easy. BBSHD is a lot...
  10. Tom@WashDC

    Bafang M620 upgrade?

    I have the same motor and Rohloff hub. 30 Amp controller, 48V battery. I cannot imagine having any problem climbing long and steep grades. Something else must be amiss. What is your transmission ratio (Chainring Teeth/ Rear Sprocket Teeth)? I was running 2.5 which had ridiculous climbing...
  11. Tom@WashDC

    Adventure 2 rear rotor

    It's good to have in your quiver of tools.
  12. Tom@WashDC

    NY state now requires all eBikes to have UL certified batteries...

    And local bike stores. I saw a lot of shady stores in NYC selling refurbished sketchy batteries.
  13. Tom@WashDC

    Bafang M620 upgrade?

    Yes. It woud involve upgrading your controller (40amps+ nominal), and a new battery as your battery will need to have a BMS (40amps nominal) with a higher amperage output, and you'll need higher voltage 52V-60V. You'll probably want more Amp Hours too as you will obviously burn more energy on...
  14. Tom@WashDC

    Adventure 2 rear rotor

    Initially, it sounds like your rotor is bent, or your brake mechanism is not alighned properly. I found this kit to be invaluable for setting up my brakes, and straightening a bent rotor. Stainless Steel Bicycle Disc Brake Wrench Rotor Alignment Truing Tool Repair Kit,Disc Brake Pad Adjustment...
  15. Tom@WashDC

    NY state now requires all eBikes to have UL certified batteries...

    Looks like commercial etsablishemnts may not sell rebuilt or reconditioned batteries that do not meet the legislative standard.
  16. Tom@WashDC

    NY state now requires all eBikes to have UL certified batteries...

    Pretty comprehensive. It also covers all those jinky bike stores that "assemble, recondition, sell or offer for sale, lease, or rent a lithium-ion battery or a second-use lithium-ion battery". The cost for batteries for all those ebike delivery guys in NYC just doubled, or tipled.
  17. Tom@WashDC

    Decided to expirament with Slime Black Label for my tubeless tires.

    It was time to get new tires for my eMTB. Previoulsy I was using Stan's No Tubes for my tubeless sealant, which worked really well. This time I figure I might as well try something different, and the Slime Black Label for tubless tires was about 60% less expensive than Stan's. I read a few...
  18. Tom@WashDC

    SuperCharger 2 GT Rohloff with a Performance Line CX eBike System 2 motor

    I don't blame you. I shy away from any kind of proprietary electronics on my bike. Sorry you had such a bad experince with the eshifter. Seems to be a major pain when it breaks down. I love the hub and could never go back to a derailler system.
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    SuperCharger 2 GT Rohloff with a Performance Line CX eBike System 2 motor

    I'd send your wheel to Peter White Cycles. He could install the manuall shift box on your wheel. There are only two Rohloff factory trained authorized service centers in the U.S., he's one of them. He's really good. He could do it for you. The whole operation on the wheel should only take an...
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    SuperCharger 2 GT Rohloff with a Performance Line CX eBike System 2 motor

    Yes, the stock grip shifter. I really like it. Very precise, has a good feel. Quickly moves through the gear steps in a snap.
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