That looks like a doozy of a trail !
Sounds like you're on the same wheels as on my 2018 Deore version then. The sun gear has a cut in it which allows the perspex to flex enough to clear the outer section but then grip onto the narrower inner section.
You need the split on the sun gear to be...
The 12mm bit is the diameter of the axle - the sleeve for the axle varies from manufacturer to manufacturer.
The DT swiss axle on the XT version is a constant diameter. Inboard of the end cap on the Deore version the axle sleeve diameter reduces by a mm or so.
If the sun gear is a good...
Just tried it on the wife's e-sommet (the xt version) and as the DT wheels have a different axle diameter it needs a sun gear with a slightly bigger hole to allow the planet gear to rotate without catching.
Also occurred to me that in the case of a catastrophic failure there's no need to move...
So the shonky low tech acrylic version has lasted a baptism at Stainburn forest where it survived plenty of roots, rocks, dust and drops.
Got the occasional error when riding really slowly as in slower than walking pace but otherwise no issues.
Just needs some wet weather testing now.
My initial thinking is to modify the circular part by cutting off one half of the round part so it sits flat against the dropout and use a no-nails sticky pad to stick it on.
This allows it to be put back in the correct place easily should the need arise whilst out on the trail.
I'm all about...
Possibly but trying to keep costs down.
Also noticed that the magnets produce a bit of drag as it passes over the rotor bolts. Might fill the recesses with a bit of silicone and put some epoxy on the back of the magnet. Could try a smaller magnet too to reduce the effect.
Following inspiration from the levo thread where someone had 3d printed a planet gear system to fool the speed limit I decided to see if I could do something similar for my deore sommet.
Following a bit of experimentation the latest prototype has just passed testing on the road.
Here's a...
Hi Ton,
Rob (Rob Hancill) (forum admin) is a tall chap and has ridden more e-bikes than most of us.
Vitus do the e-sommet in an XL and I can confirm they are great VFM and ride well in Lakes and Dales. Range really depends on how much you lean on the motor - I've had 30 miles and 3000ft out of...
It's possible to reduce the travel on the Brand-x dropper - I've done it on mine.
1. Partially depress the post - maybe an inch or 2 tops
2. Unscrew the collar on the outer shaft - should unscrew by hand easy enough - if tight get a piece of inner tube in your hand and use that to grip it.
3...
OK I'm happy with all of the above except Gisburn - not it's biggest fan.
Come on then the rest of you where do you fancy and when - Easter isn't far away.....
Is this starting to have the beginnings of a Yorkshire Massive? Should we start planning an inaugural Yorkshire Chapter ride some time soon?
Happy to lead a ride in the Dales if that's a popular venue but would love to be shown round the Moors too
Pipe insulation is open cell foam and will absorb all of your sealant. Some people have had reasonable results with Backer Rod which is closed cell but it can disintegrate over time
Mock-up suggested it should be fine but needed a stronger magnet than I had. Sun gear also wouldn't clear axle end cap without being loose on axle. This has now been remedied I think so second fit with a stronger magnet happening tonight.
If this goes well then I think we're onto prototyping...
OK so gear parts all mocked up in acrylic - loads of clearance on the e-sommet. The speed sensor cable is long enough to mount it near the rear hub already so no extra spend required there. - just need to commit to cutting the round mounting off it. I think I will mount it with a no nails type...