5 Signs Your Motor Needs Maintaining

5 Signs Your Motor Needs Maintaining | E-MTB Maintenance

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How do you tell when your motor needs maintenance work? There's a short list of tell-tale signs that require either a simple fix yourself, or a dispatch to your nearest dealership. Chris has got the definitive list on maintenance corner this week.
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@embn 4 жыл бұрын

What do you do to maintain your E-Bike Motor? Let us know!

@onetwo3706 4 жыл бұрын

Nothing.

2 жыл бұрын

I ain't getting it to a dealer, that is certain :))

@onetwo3706 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't need to watch this video to learn how to take my bike back to the dealer, I already know how to do that.

@XennialGuy 3 жыл бұрын

I know, you see a cracked open motor sitting on the table and you expect to have some regreasing tips or something.

@alexandervonbraun 4 жыл бұрын

"back to the dealer!" It is a bit frustrating that this is the only solution for the most part. Which is why I think it is important which motor people buy. Some brands work faster than other, and have a larger dealer network.

@5492sparky 4 жыл бұрын

Some great tips on what to look out for. Cheers Chris.

@seakayak4425 4 жыл бұрын

helpful stuff as ever👍

@carstenreeder8634 4 жыл бұрын

While I have a warranty I can bring it back to the dealer.But what if I got over that?I usually do anything on my own.How a bout a "how to do" video on replacing the bearings or what ever gets worn out in time? Maybe for the four or five main engine brands.

@grahamsmith9788 4 жыл бұрын

rather a lot of "take it back to the dealer". I think the lesson is: buy from an ebike-experienced (reasonably) local bike shop.

@Only-one-life-68 4 жыл бұрын

Graham Smith Totally agree Don’t buy a Ebike on line. Massive mistake... They are expensive and you want a dealer within 10-15 miles in my opinion if you can..

@alcapone5990 3 жыл бұрын

@@Only-one-life-68 bruh I bought mine for 200$ less than on any other shop, even local shops..

@Only-one-life-68 3 жыл бұрын

@@alcapone5990 Like ya name 😊. I actually got a Levo expert from a dealer though it was 135 miles away and saved some £££

@moedem 3 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed today’s video

@FatblokeonaFatbike 4 жыл бұрын

If there's a knocking noise when pedaling a Bosch CX motor, check the drive cog hasn't come loose. It's happened to me twice now but hopefully blue loctite on the thread will have solved it.

@SoulRollerFIN 3 жыл бұрын

I just got home from a ride in the pitch black woods. -5 degrees Celsius, which is not a problem for me, but it might have been a problem for the Shimano E8000. Bike fell down when I rode onto super smooth ice and lost traction on both tires. I picked it up, started pedalling again, but after one or two revolutions there was a lot of resistance in the motor (I suspect it is the motor). I stopped riding immediately, tried to power off/on, tried removing and resetting the battery. Still resistance without the battery in place. Put the bike in warm storage for now. Gonna check on it in the morning. I really hope it's not a huge issue. The bike is like 2 years old with less than 1500 kilometers on it. I have been keeping the bike in our shack outside. It's not heated, but my brother (an electrician) told me that shouldn't be a problem as long as I keep some charge in the battery.

@boutu38 4 жыл бұрын

I purchased my Cube Stereo Hybrid 160 from a dealer 18 months ago. It was a year old and had 1000km on the motor. I have put another 3000km on it with 80,000m of elevation gain and about 80% offroad in the Peak District. I always service the bike after every ride and only wash by hand. I expect to replace the drive train components; third cassette and jockey wheels, 4th chain and motor sprocket. However, a new motor at my expense at 4000km because all the bearings were worn and main shaft pitted when everything else on the bike is in good order is not good. There seems to be a lot of miss information about the robustness of this non serviceable part or maybe I'm just riding it too hard even though I'm in my late 60's!!

@steviedsolve 4 жыл бұрын

Did they give you a discount on the replacement motor James? How much did you pay? I'd have thought a bearing and main shaft was easily replaced and much cheaper than a whole new motor. I'm guessing this will be these year when we see a lot more of these type of experiences and the motor manufacturers will allow bike shops to do more repairs.

@boutu38 4 жыл бұрын

@@steviedsolve I didn't go back to the dealer as it was out of warranty. I sent the motor to a guy who does servicing and overhauls and his diagnosis was it was not worth the repair and sold me a new motor for a very good price. I was pleased and will stay with Bosch for next ebike. I'm guessing there are big variations in how long motors last due to different riding conditions etc. Loving the ebike and completed 100km trans Peak District ride a couple of weeks back with majority offroad.

@steviedsolve 4 жыл бұрын

@@boutu38 I'd say you're right about the variation. I'd imagine peak district weather is quite tough on them. Nice work with the trans peak ride James. Sounds like just what ebikes were designed for. Next year the alps!

@helenHTID 4 жыл бұрын

@@boutu38 So he said! He might have made more money out of you by shifting you a motor.

@juliendebury1519 4 жыл бұрын

After warranty period, take motor apart, clean and regrease as any bearing a bike! IMO those motors aren't water/dust proof enough not to need regular servicing.

@jamsxr 4 жыл бұрын

The reports of motor failures are quite shocking, I hope manufacturers improve things over the next few years. I’m back on my conventional MTB and loving it. I’ll save my eBike for sporadic rides and “uplift” days as they can’t seem to handle regular use.

@LeontheKiller11 4 жыл бұрын

Im almost 10k miles on bosch motor, had no issues whatsoever, and i'm not a pensioner to ride it slowly :DD

@jamsxr 4 жыл бұрын

Tomas Z nice, good to hear a positive report, however, there are countless bad ones!

@trentattewell6109 4 жыл бұрын

Thus is the internet, the complaints and negativity always outweigh the positive replies. Nearly 9k kms for my Bosch cx in less than 10 months.

@maxb7281 4 жыл бұрын

90 miles from mine before the bearings failed

@jamsxr 4 жыл бұрын

Trent Attewell I’m talking from the experience of people I ride with, and the countless internet reports.

@barrycorney3665 4 жыл бұрын

Prevention is better than cure.... My Bosch CX has been fitted with a "Mud Stop" main motor bearing seal (better by far than the OE seal) and packed out all the other vulnerable bearing areas with Bosch grease to keep water(and thus crap) as far away from the bearings as possible.... UK folk should google "Performance Line Bearings"... that's where my motor is going for overhaul when needed- I've a year left on warranty but the bike was bought online 400 miles away so not sending a whole bike back for a few bearings...

@robetto0 2 жыл бұрын

Would all Boch motor types spin freely backwards or only Performance line CX? I have a Boch performance line (NOT CX) on a Scott aspect 930 and when I spin the paddles backwards it engages the chain and the motor. Is that normal?

@paulleggott1201 Жыл бұрын

It's normal

@ArthurDeKeersmaeker 3 жыл бұрын

18000km on my bosch e-mtb. on 12000 km a bearing changed (the bearing on the gear closed to the motor, it was fully destroyed). And now the motor slips. So in totale 2 motor repaires. I thought i should buy a new one but the tire (repaire), suspention (repaire -> upgrade), breaks (repaire -> upgrade) and display have been changed + I also have got an extra battery and charger. Now most bosch ebikes have internal battery's so i wouldn't be able to use these. So I decided to keep my bike. Sadly the is no update for more power like te 4 gen motor

@maxb7281 4 жыл бұрын

Great video My first motor lasted 90 miles before the drive bearings went I now pack the bearings with waterproof grease to keep the water out

@ScoobySTi777 4 жыл бұрын

And if you’re out of warranty go to performance line bearings to get rebuilt.

@PaulRotheram 4 жыл бұрын

My manufacturer of my bike - Giant - told me my yamaha system needs no servicing and cant be touched unless for defects until the 2 year warranty is up.

@TPV07 4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully the mew bosch motor will solve the bearing issues with the current version. Most people go through one in 6 month riding in wales. At least the warranty restarts once replaced so they guaranteed a new one twice a year 😂

@yannick9076 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have a E-Mtb from Ridley, elykx a I have it all costumized xtr brakes derailleur shifter,new xt discs and pedals. I have it tuned up with an app and my top speed is about 48kmh. The cassette in the back is at its lowest right now (11). I have the chainring at 38t right now and it comes from 34t so my question is should I upgrade it to 42 or is that gonna f*ck up the motor.

@DorsetSaferRoads Жыл бұрын

"take it to the dealer" isnt quite what I expected from this video...

@michaelw.lemaster9779 4 жыл бұрын

Too late. My specialized S-works turbo Levo just had the motor crater today. I’m going to be down & out for at least 2 weeks the dealer said. No motors.

@enriquepena5008 Жыл бұрын

Hi, is possible the plastic sprockets ( white wheels in the video) can blow a tooth? in my case when I'm pedaling like a tooth jumps, is that possible? thanks !

@bobbyjiang1963 3 жыл бұрын

Does The E6000 same E8000 lock ring?

@RoCCo_CarmeLL 2 жыл бұрын

I bought used ebike... Some clicking noises when shifted to emtb or turbo mode with hard pressure on pedals... Barring?? Dont have cash to throw away for 80e check up. I want to know what it is without paying 80e just they can say what is wrong lol

@RoCCo_CarmeLL 2 жыл бұрын

Wich bike is that u have in background

@thatalaskaguy 4 жыл бұрын

What’s the most mileage anyone has gotten out of their eBike?

@DSC800 4 жыл бұрын

Good question. My Haibike All Mtn w/Yamaha has 1500 in three years but I met someone with the same exact bike with over 5000, no problems.

@allsport5030 4 жыл бұрын

Bosch 2014 model not CX 5000 miles never let water near cranks

@andrewbaines1536 4 жыл бұрын

You've got a bit of a Tan happening, enjoy while it lasts!

@LeontheKiller11 4 жыл бұрын

Im about to hit 10000 miles on my bosch active line+

@j5k395tks 4 жыл бұрын

Tomas great motor. I've got it as well. Very silent and powerful enough. I've mine derestricted. I hope it will last for as long as yours. Currently like 1500 km done. Cheers

@LeontheKiller11 4 жыл бұрын

@@j5k395tks It will, I did derestrict mine at 7k, the only issues started was my freehub body gone due to extra power and speed. otherwise these motors were designed to do 20-25mph no problem. Its just components will wear out quicker than they should like chains, cassetes, brakes. And mine was cheapest bosch bike i could get so overtime i just kept upgrading like fork, stronger wheels, drivetrain ugrades etc

@j5k395tks 4 жыл бұрын

Tomas Z good news than! However what I recently realized is that if I go on high speed on turbo and than reduce the power into Eco i hear&feel something like the gears are working inside the motor. Hard to describe but usually it happen after longer runs. The next day everything of fine again. Otherwise same scenario with upgrade with me. On my cube acid hybrid i already for rockshox recon, seat post suntour ncx (works really great), narrow wide in front and some other smaller upgrades. I'm completely happy with it but since I started to go more and more in the woods I'm look g forward fully. I wish they produced fullys with this motor. All other (except brose mag s) are noisy to me which destroys the fun and silence which I enjoy in the woods. Have fun! 👍💪

@channel0123 4 жыл бұрын

Did you need to replace the bearings in the motor before the 10.000 miles? Or service it? Thanks, good luck with it.

@NWforager 4 жыл бұрын

ah , those good ol' hub motors . they aren't perfect but never need to fix them

@johnnyboy1586 3 жыл бұрын

And no extra wear on the drivechain

@michaelw.lemaster9779 4 жыл бұрын

Back, Back, Backkkkkkkk to the Dealer. 😂

@jumbleross 4 жыл бұрын

So back to a dealer, back to a dealer and back to a dealer. Best not buy a direct sales one then.

@marksmith8663 2 жыл бұрын

Not used my e bike for a year .out of warranty Cadence sensor not working cant find anywhere to get fixed . Other than paying 700-1000 to replace the motor . Wont be buying a bike again right run around

@GoodGuyBiker 4 жыл бұрын

taking my trek powerfly 9.7 lt back for warranty right now

@clairefuller6144 Жыл бұрын

will it hold someone 350lbs?

@Flaggyt 4 жыл бұрын

You sound british, but you actually have a color that's not borderline transparant white. You sure you're British? :) Ps I just bought my first emtb (Trek Powerfly 5) and I hold you guys for at least 50% responsible, I will DM my bank account for sponsoring. Thx in advance. :P

@embn 4 жыл бұрын

Chris has just been getting a sun tan during the Tour du Mont Blanc! Unfortunately he wasn't able to ride the event but check Steve's video here 👉 embn.me/ETMB . That's awesome to hear you just got an EMTB! 🤘👊

@Flaggyt 4 жыл бұрын

@@embn yeah saw that one already. Really felt for him, being there but not being able to enter. But hey he got to work on his tan. 👍

@MrCaptainsandwich 4 жыл бұрын

It's alright keep saying ”take it back to the dealers“ but anything Shimano motor related as to go through Madison. Now Madison have absolutely terrible customer service, so you could be without your bike for weeks. Just for them to said “sorry it's not covered“ & Shimano doesn't seem to care about this. I've read loads of horror stories about this lack of customer care.