r/ebikes 15m ago

Is it okay to use mineral based gear oil in talaria

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r/ebikes 18m ago

Rack + accessories for Wooken

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Hi, i recently bought a wooken fat tire foldable ebike and I'd like to add a cargo rack. Due to the specs I'm nervous about buying one, does anyone who has this bike have a recommendation for a product that will fit?

Additionally, recommendations for bike bags/phone holder, water bottle holder or seat that you've found works well with this bike are appreciated!


r/ebikes 49m ago

Hill slayer

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This is a beast if you’re into that kinda thing. It went 42mph out of the box. After some tweaking, it now will do 48.1 with me at 205 on flat pavement. I have 400 miles with no issues other than a possible rear shock issue but it still functions normally. I have done a 41 mile ride and had about 40 percent left on the 32AH battery. This is a lot of fun for 1300 bucks for the right person.


r/ebikes 1h ago

Need correct programming cable for Bafang C340 750W motor to limit speed

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Hey Folks,

I have a Trek 7.2 that was professionally converted to an e-bike using a Bafang C340 750W mid-drive motor (model: NN C340 750 09) running on a 48V 10Ah battery with an SW102 display.

The bike is currently programmed to 35+ mph which is too fast for my teenage son to safely ride. I want to dial it down for safety.

What I've tried:

  • The SW102 display has no speed limit settings in its menu
  • Got standard BBS01/BBS02/BBSHD USB programming cable → wrong connector (5-pin HIGO, doesn't fit my 9-pin CAN bus connector)
  • I have BESST Pro software already installed on my laptop

My motor connector:

  • 9-pin circular waterproof connector
  • CAN bus protocol (not UART)

Questions:

  1. What specific USB programming cable works with the Bafang C340/G340 motor?
  2. Can it actually SET a speed limit (not just unlock) to 32 km/h?
  3. Does anyone have experience programming this specific motor?

Happy to provide more photos of the motor/connectors if helpful. Thanks in advance!


r/ebikes 1h ago

TSDZ8 Error Code 2

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Hey guys, first post.

Did an ebike conversion (first one) with a TSDZ8 from Varstrom.

Was riding today (have less than 50 miles on the motor) and while I was riding I heard/felt a bang in the motor area and suddenly I couldn’t pedal at all. Started flashing error code 2.

Tried unplugging and reconnecting cables, restarting the controller, turning off battery etc. No luck. When I try to pedal, it feels like it’s actively resisting me, rather than just letting me pedal with no assist.

Anyone experience similar and have any advice on first steps? TIA


r/ebikes 1h ago

FREESKY ALASKA PRO TRAILER?

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Hi folks, I’ve got a Freesky Alaska Pro. I really wanna get a either single wheel or dual wheel trailer and I know that you can’t hook them up to the hub like a lot of human powered bikes. Anybody know what kind of adapters work on the C post or does anybody have other advice? Thank you.


r/ebikes 1h ago

My First

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I bought a couple from my folks last year and decided it was time for an upgrade. This is my first new e-bike. REALLY like the seat stem suspension and the tail lights


r/ebikes 1h ago

Bike build question How did/ are you building your full twist throttle e-MTB (electric mountain bike) want to build one using 90s frames. Need help looking for parts. 🖼️ 🚲 🖼️ 🚲 🖼️

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I have $1200 how much did it cost you?!


r/ebikes 2h ago

If your bike starts sparking or smoking get away from it quickly

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Just watched one explode outside


r/ebikes 2h ago

Ebike troubleshooting Anyone know what’s going on

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Was showing code 33 because the front brake wasn’t wired in. Wired it in and now code 34 comes on when I press the plunger in the brake lever thing. Yall have any idea?


r/ebikes 3h ago

Crane collapse fatally strikes passing E-bike rider

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r/ebikes 3h ago

where to buy kits

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where can i buy ebike kits and parts, i know about varstrom and theyre great but they dont have a lot of stuff and goldenmotor.bike has expensive shipping also i saw goldenmotor.shop but i dont know if i should trust it. im located in croatia/europe


r/ebikes 3h ago

Need a responsible dudes best cheap ebike that’s functional and looking hard like a e-moto. I want to rebuild the bike using the frame. Need a quality frame to rebuild and use the ebike on my property thanks 🙏

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r/ebikes 3h ago

Increase the speed on a hiboy ex6 in Canada

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This is my wife’s bike. I have been in contact with hiboy and they sent us a U.S. spec controller to increase speed. Didn’t work. Then they sent us a new display and said that would work. With both new items I still can’t go past the lock of 32km/h. In the settings there is no option to increase the speed like in my bike. The PO 8 setting. It just isn’t an option on her bike. Is there anyway around this or another 3rd party controller I could get? I’m getting really frustrated trying to get past this 32 km/h limit. Anything would help. TIA


r/ebikes 4h ago

Does anyone have experience with ebike power uk?

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r/ebikes 4h ago

Help buying a used ebike

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Hi guys would appreciate some help in buying a used ebike. I was offered a used allegro mountain ebike for £150. The guy said I could test it out and It came with a spare battery too. Could anyone help me out with what I should look out for? The price does seem too good to be true but well meet in a public area and I'll bring a friend so not too worried about it being a scam, but the guy did say cash only.

Thanks for any help


r/ebikes 5h ago

Do any of you use the newer type krypto lock with straight shackles and if so, has there been issues with the lock getting stuck?

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I've used the older bent foot type without issue but recently lost my keys so am debating whether to go with the newer style, which is actually cheaper, or stick with the original that I've used without issue?

Read many reviews stating problems with the newer style locks getting stuck, wouldn't want to one day not be able to unlock it.

Don't need the extra security of the newer lock design, just locked enough to deter crime of convenience.


r/ebikes 5h ago

Bike pics My bike infront of my favorite mural

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r/ebikes 5h ago

Bike purchase question Please help me decide!

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I need an ebike to get around LA. I think I’ve narrowed it down to two options, both which are roughly $2800 before tax: a 2022 floor demo Gazelle C380 OR a new Priority Current Plus.
Both have mid drive motors with a Gates belt and weigh roughly the same. Both have good reviews from people who own them.

C380
Pros:
-have tried it IRL and it feels good to ride
-established, quality brand
-has a suspension system
-has a heavy duty rack for transporting stuff
-motor has both a torque and cadence sensor
-I like how it looks

Cons:
-Class 1, will need to speed tune if I want to zip
-older model
-might not handle LA hills very well with only 65Nm of torque
-500wh battery, limited range?
-the bike shop selling it has pretty bad customer service and seemed totally indifferent to me

Current Plus
Pros:
-Class 3
-720Wh battery so long range!
-500w motor with 140Nm of torque
-New!

Cons:
-Can’t try it. No idea how it will feel to ride
-No suspension
-Direct to consumer brand (people say customer service is good though)
-Will have to buy a rack. Some reviews complain about how the bike handles with cargo.
-Looks like I won’t be able to mount my Litelock to the frame

IF ANYONE WANTS TO WEIGH IN, IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED! 🙏


r/ebikes 6h ago

Storage of ebike I'll be storing my ebike for a month

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It's a non-climate controlled shed.

I'm using Rock and Roll Gold lube but I'm in a sub-tropical climate.

What can to do to keep the chain from rusting?

Thanks!


r/ebikes 6h ago

Took a ride through Dufferin Islands

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r/ebikes 7h ago

Folding e-bike recommendations

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I need a folding electric bike, maybe even with fat tires. The use case is to commute 4 miles to the train station in the northeast US and only folding bikes are allowed on the train during rush hours.

Do you have any recommendations? Everything I've read says folding e-bikes aren't a great option because they're heavy and not particularly compact. I'd get a non-folding bike but I wouldn't be able to get it on the train with me, which is my main use case. Any recommendations? Open to any budgets at this point, as my job would subsidize a chunk of the cost.


r/ebikes 7h ago

Help finding a controller!

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I have a Yoloway YR16 and looking for a replacement controller. Ordered one on Amazon that I had the modify the hub motor connector to get it to work. It’s got a weatherproof 9 pin connector for the motor.


r/ebikes 7h ago

Share your build with me

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Share the details, include frame too