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I would love it if someone came out with an open source eMTB motor with adapter plates to adapt it to different mounts. I'd be first one in line to buy one.

I wouldn't even call the E8000 serviceable because replacement parts aren't sold, so you can replace some bearings and seals, but that's the limit. You're also still locked into using only Shimano batteries. I just really hate the lock in the manufacturers are doing with this.

Which of the available eMTB motors are fully user serviceable and have parts availability? In addition, which motor doesn't lock you into the batteries you use? I bought an EP8 powered eMTB a couple months ago, and am only now realizing the motor isn't serviceable and needs to be replaced if it...

Isn't there anyway to clear the fault? If the motor is out of warranty, does Shimano simply expect you to buy a new one?

It's my understanding the only difference between the two is the damper valving.

Yes, but it comes with the charger.

In SoCal you could leave the battery anywhere and it'll be fine. But it really isn't good for lithium batteries to leave them at full charge for long. You won't see any issues anyone soon, but it accelerates their capacity loss and increases the chances of a cell going bad.

Be careful leaving it to charge overnight. It's best to leave the battery between 40-80% when not in use, then charge it up right before use. It's also best to remove the charger once it's done, and only leave it on for longer once in a while to let it balance the cells. If you aren't already...

That's a hard question to answer since it depends on your weight, tires, tire pressure, terrain, and amount of assist used. My recommendation is take it out on some trails you're familiar with and get a feel for how each mode will drain the battery. But I can tell you the battery is pretty large...

I noticed the wheelbase looked short as well, but it doesn't really feel short to me. Maybe I should measure it to see if the spec sheet is actually correct.

The new DVO Topaz should arrive tomorrow! I paid the extra $100 for the custom tune, so I have high hopes for it. I'm also looking for a 150mm dropper since the stock 120mm isn't nearly enough.

I'm not sure, but I think the EW-WU111 is only for Di2 and not EP8.

Look at the Shimano EW-EN100. It costs about $100 and will provide Bluetooth connectivity to the EP8.

In case anyone is interested, I'm pretty sure the reason why the stock RoskShox Deluxe Select + sucks to much is: - It doesn't have a low speed compression (LSC) circuit, so everything needs to go through the high speed shim stack, giving it way too much LSC damping. - The low speed rebound...

Air for several reasons. I always heard good things about DVO as well, and I especially like their commitment to making suspension which can be easily serviced by the owner. Their Topaz is $500 and for an extra $100 they'll do a custom tune for you based on your bike, weight, and riding style...

...okay... I said thanks, but I wasn't looking for more travel. How did that sound like anything other than thanking you for the suggestion? I knew the fork was bad when I bought the bike, but if I'm doing a Good/Bad list then it still needs to end up on the bad list. If I removed everything...

Thanks, but I don't want more travel. I want the travel I have to be well adjusted.

I've had my large Husqvarna Mountain Cross 5 for a little over a month now, and it's really good: The Good: - The geometry is modern with a slack headtube (65*) and a steep-ish seat tube (76*) and a long reach (480mm). So it climbs well and descends really well. I wouldn't mind the seat tube...

I'm this case, my cadence was too high.

I didn't think of it in terms of power before, but that makes a lot of sense.