I say save yourself any more grief and return it. I have one and have no idea what you are talking about. Seems like you prefer a hub drive, like many people.
As far as the throttle goes, Biktrix programs them where throttle position = velocity. I found this to be very jerky, difficult to use smoothly at times. Using the programming cable I changed the throttle to "current" mode where position = current delivered, and then set it so no matter what position I chose it starts at 0% and ramps up smoothly. Much better experience, in my opinion. Easier on my drivetrain too.
As far as the throttle goes, Biktrix programs them where throttle position = velocity. I found this to be very jerky, difficult to use smoothly at times. Using the programming cable I changed the throttle to "current" mode where position = current delivered, and then set it so no matter what position I chose it starts at 0% and ramps up smoothly. Much better experience, in my opinion. Easier on my drivetrain too.
Here is a rudimentary explanation of the process:
Like many posters have said, sounds like it just isn't the bike for you. Ultra Eagle is intended to be kinda like a race car. Amazing power, but unforgiving if you don't know how to use it.
As far as the throttle goes, Biktrix programs them where throttle position = velocity. I found this to be very jerky, difficult to use smoothly at times. Using the programming cable I changed the throttle to "current" mode where position = current delivered, and then set it so no matter what position I chose it starts at 0% and ramps up smoothly. Much better experience, in my opinion. Easier on my drivetrain too.
Can you explain this in more detail please?
Thanks!
He's saying the way it's setup now if you slam the throttle all the way down you're going to get instant full power. Which is what has made me wheelie and fall on my ass.
The way he has updated the programming is that if you slam on the throttle the speed/power is going to increase slowly.
So the way they have it programmed from factory the position of the throttle depending on how far you push it down determines how much power you're getting. So if you want a little power you have to only push it down slightly. So that means if you're going up hills or taking off or whatever you have to know where/how far to push the throttle down for the right amount of power. Instead of pushing down on the throttle at any position and gradually/slowly receive the full power.
I am surprised that they would ship their 1500w motors with the throttle programmed like that it's horrible (for me anyway) it freaking wheelies instantly if you push it down too far on a high assist level.
That's from what I understand but I could be wrong
Here is the Biktrix programming explanations/recommendations:
Stock Ultra settings and Programming guide
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For what it's worth:
Like a regular bike, I shift down before coming to a stop so I can have easy pedaling/motoring when I start back up. If you had a regular bike in its highest gear at a stop sign you would also have trouble pedaling it from a stop. "If its hard for your legs, its hard for the motor..."
It seems odd to me that you can't get enough assist. Riding flat PAS 1 is about all I use...kick it up when I get to a hill...but I don't live in Colorado either.
I guess if your entire ride is just grinding up a mountain then I can't speak to that experience.
I'd keep the gear sensor on until you've tried everything else.
Just my two cents...
My throttle will at least get me through an intersection without needing to shift. But ya...missing a shift by surprise is no fun and sometimes dangerous...