Not sure why you went under the fork, if you bottom out wont it hit pinch or disconnect the wires? I got some cable ties, put them on loosely before cutting them off to figure out where everything was going, then I did my final tape.
Ok.. I launch today.. Finished my Trek Marlin 7 Bafang BDD02 750W 48V Ebike build. Many thanks to Johnny and his expert advise on youtube AND this forum! I could not have done it without you! a couple things to note.. Cable management was mainly done by wrapping and stuffing up the front fork tube after silicon taping. I went with a Lekkie 36T chain ring which was the same that came off so I could use the same length chain Plus it gave me the proper clearance from my frame!! I am posting some pictures and will get back with the results of my first run!! yeeehaaaa
I went with a few small zip ties. The smaller ones are barely noticeable and hold the cables together if placed well. I used trial and error and went through quite a few on the install but the majority ended up on the floor as I wanted as few as practicable on the bike.
They must have downgraded it for 2022, I put on a 4 piston front caliper on the front too, you can always go up with the rotor 180 to 203 if you think you need more brakes. I go at such high speeds I just feel better with more brake, the rear is fine most braking power is not in the rear. I have pictures under my Trek Conversion post
You can ride your bike in the meantime until your levers come in, the cut off is unnecessary just tie down the plug wires and tape off the ends until the parts come in.
I would highly recommend getting a 203 front Disc there is not enough stopping power with the current rotor, for this e-bike. $10 Shimano Bracket and $35 rotor if you get a Magura, Shimano is out of rotors for the foreseeable future, and Magura is a respected brand.
Great - I see there are 2 dimples in the chain stay. Is the rearmost one a ding or is it original? I ask because it looks the same on my bike but mine has scratches on it and so I thought it was a ding. I couldn't for the life of me think how I managed to get it though.
Can I by the BB02B which is 48v and use a 52 volt battery with no modifications?
Do the kits come with a chain ring guard to keep your pants from getting caught in the chain ring?
Not sure why you went under the fork, if you bottom out wont it hit pinch or disconnect the wires? I got some cable ties, put them on loosely before cutting them off to figure out where everything was going, then I did my final tape.
Ok.. I launch today.. Finished my Trek Marlin 7 Bafang BDD02 750W 48V Ebike build. Many thanks to Johnny and his expert advise on youtube AND this forum! I could not have done it without you! a couple things to note.. Cable management was mainly done by wrapping and stuffing up the front fork tube after silicon taping. I went with a Lekkie 36T chain ring which was the same that came off so I could use the same length chain Plus it gave me the proper clearance from my frame!! I am posting some pictures and will get back with the results of my first run!! yeeehaaaa
I used some cable ties but am not that fond of how it pinches the wire and leaves a mark, thats why I went with silicone tape on the front controls
I went with a few small zip ties. The smaller ones are barely noticeable and hold the cables together if placed well. I used trial and error and went through quite a few on the install but the majority ended up on the floor as I wanted as few as practicable on the bike.
ok... which is preferred for cable management.. just plastic ties... split loom or spiral wrap?
They must have downgraded it for 2022, I put on a 4 piston front caliper on the front too, you can always go up with the rotor 180 to 203 if you think you need more brakes. I go at such high speeds I just feel better with more brake, the rear is fine most braking power is not in the rear. I have pictures under my Trek Conversion post
pretty sure Marlin 7 are 160 front if you have a 180 thats not bad.
You can ride your bike in the meantime until your levers come in, the cut off is unnecessary just tie down the plug wires and tape off the ends until the parts come in.
I have a 180 on the front.. but need a 203?
I would highly recommend getting a 203 front Disc there is not enough stopping power with the current rotor, for this e-bike. $10 Shimano Bracket and $35 rotor if you get a Magura, Shimano is out of rotors for the foreseeable future, and Magura is a respected brand.
ok... I have to order ebike hydraulic brakes.. will be another week or 2....
Sure he has some, no standard washer is that thin, you can pick them up on Amazon if you need them quick. The BBSHD are the same as the BBS02 spacers
ok.. the lockring needs 2 spacers. the kit did not come with any.. does Johny have some for sale or do I need to just use regular washers...??
It is designed with the dimple.. not a ding
Great - I see there are 2 dimples in the chain stay. Is the rearmost one a ding or is it original? I ask because it looks the same on my bike but mine has scratches on it and so I thought it was a ding. I couldn't for the life of me think how I managed to get it though.
Bafang arrives tomorrow... I am ready!