Drop Motor on an E160RSX

[Giff]

Has anyone dropped the motor on an e160 RSX to replace hoses / cables. Do you undo the Torx T40+ on both sides ?

 

[mooby77]

Has anyone dropped the motor on an e160 RSX to replace hoses / cables. Do you undo the Torx T40+ on both sides ?

I changed my dropper cable outer and inner without dropping the motor , it was tight but you can do it , I also shortened the brake hoses.
I dont like the routing on my Whyte , same model as yours
cheers
Paul

 

[Giff]

Hi Paul
Thanks for the reply. I have just run a new rear brake hose and as you managed it with a barb and routed though with the old hose. I am finding it tricky to re-clip it into the down tube though but the battery does still slide in.

 

[mooby77]

Hi Paul
Thanks for the reply. I have just run a new rear brake hose and as you managed it with a barb and routed though with the old hose. I am finding it tricky to re-clip it into the down tube though but the battery does still slide in.

Yes, I had the same problem, ref the downtube , those clips aren't great , I managed to get some velcro tabs under down so far and then use hook loop ties to cinch down , not too tight , battery goes in fine , I was concerned more about the electrical wiring getting damaged , I try not to remove the battery too often, it a bit of a pain in the ass , but in the winter I guess will have to more.
Cheers