Anyone tried a lightweight ebike conversion kit on the Scott Addict?

[EMGX]

FWIW the US distributor did quickly answer a few Q I had. From what I could gather from their message the torque sensing function seems to be virtual by combining input from the PAS functions along with a built in inclinometer as there was no mention of a strain gauge type torque sensor. IMO they could better define what "dynamic torque sensing" consists of in their marketing.

 

[peterecosse]

Agree. Their marketing is poor. If they got that right, they would take over the ebike conversion market in most countries. Its a bad day when I am the external expert in their stuff

 

[EMGX]

The information you provided in this thread is by far the most helpful that I have found searching the web.

 

[peterecosse]

Have you seen the little Truckrun bottom bracket motors? I am trying to research these and get more info, but hit a brick wall. No response from the manufacturer. It is incredibly frustrating.

 

[EMGX]

Nothing that I'm sure you haven't already seen. Looks like they're meant only to supply bike manufacturers rather than to the public. The M11 looks interesting, how would you incorporate it without being able to build a frame specifically for it ?

 

[peterecosse]

I am not sure yet how to incorporate it, but would hope that China would design frames to accommodate it for diy builds. I hope it does not go the route of canbus or communication protocol, as that is just annoying. The quicker "right to repair" becomes a thing the better.

 

[EMGX]

It is a healthy unhealthy addiction I think.

I can second that thought.
I ordered a S110 (not thru axle) that had been a demo with only a few miles on it from a reputable seller. Complete with bluetooth display, control button, 10.5ah battery and laced into a 26" wheel. <$350 including tax and shipping so I had to at least give it a try. When it arrives I'll try it in a 26" bike and if I like it I plan to lace it into a 700c wheel. Hoping for the best and will post up my experience, good or bad. Keyde needs more user opinions posted like your helpful comments.

 

[Deacon Blues]

I think I may have found the DIY kit for my Giant Defy (carbon frame). Their website sure doesn't give much information, though.
The site does mention that they are able to build a wheel set. That might be easier than getting someone where I live to build a wheel for me.