Janky motor behavior

The Flying Dutchman

E*POWAH Master
Jan 16, 2019
340
556
Wellington NZ
Recently my 2019 Trance E has developed some annoying behaviour. The motor engages are abrupt when I start pedalling after coasting, feels very "on and off" the motor is also louder than normal. If I rotate the pedals slowly in my bike stand the engagement is very erratic and has a sharp kick. I also feel pedal resistance while the motor is off.

Has anyone had similar issues or have any ideas about what's going on?
 

KuRi

Active member
May 30, 2019
376
186
Spain
Probably the freewheel mechanism is damaged... or aged. But I am no expert. These motors (all ebike motors) are not made to last more than 2-3 years if you ride 2000-3000km each year like me. I have broken 3 motors already on 3 ebikes... no hard riding, just riding a lot and good maintenance.

We need some changes in how they respond to warranty claims with electric motors in general (bikes, motorcycles, cars, ...)
 

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