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  1. tpete61

    Allant+7 thoughts/review

    It's a single battery icon that shows total for both batteries combined as well as the range indicator doing the same.
  2. tpete61

    Allant+7 thoughts/review

    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.
  3. tpete61

    Allant+7 thoughts/review

    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...
  4. tpete61

    Power tube 500 battery not seating enough

    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.
  5. tpete61

    Power tube 500 battery not seating enough

    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.
  6. tpete61

    Bosch range boost - questions

    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...
  7. tpete61

    Bosch 2022 updates

    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.
  8. tpete61

    Bosch 2022 updates

    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.
  9. tpete61

    Hitch Rack for 2 Allant+ 7s

    Excellent choice! It does fold up to be very compact when not in use on my Tahoe. Very well built US Made Carrier!
  10. tpete61

    Hitch Rack for 2 Allant+ 7s

    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...
  11. tpete61

    Hitch Rack for 2 Allant+ 7s

    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!
  12. tpete61

    Bosch range boost - questions

    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.
  13. tpete61

    Bosch range boost - questions

    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...
  14. tpete61

    Bosch range boost - questions

    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...
  15. tpete61

    Allant +7 Range Booster

    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...
  16. tpete61

    Bosch range boost - questions

    I have the range boost and I never weighed it. It is similar in weight to the main battery. The hardware and mount probably weigh less then 2 pounds.
  17. tpete61

    Allant +7 Range Booster

    I have the Range Boost and I would say that you would want to leave the Range Boost Battery on the bike all of the time. It is not convenient to remove. It requires the same key as the main battery. Since the bike is electric it the weight of the extra battery doesn't really effect performance...
  18. tpete61

    Scratching sound from my Allant

    There are many happy Trek owners here. Yes any brand can have some issues I'm not defending Trek in any way nor am I a fan boy. However I have 1,000 miles on my Allant +7S. I have had ZERO problems with it. I would have to say not everyone has encountered the problems you have.
  19. tpete61

    ALLANT 7S vs. 8S... decisions, decisions....

    I looked at both and eventually went with the 7S. Riding trails the suspension fork is a must. My Bike Dealer mentioned to me, no suspension fork on the 8S is a head scratcher. He thinks it was done simply to put more differentiation between the two models. I did eventually purchase the extended...
  20. tpete61

    Allant +7 headlight

    My dealer is swamped this summer and will do nothing while you wait. The updates have been random but I know mine has need to be connected to the Bosch software twice already.
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