Astro66
Golden Boy
I have bought my 3rd Shimano powered bike, this time with the EP801. I replaced the wheel on the previous bike which had the EP6 motor, to fit an 11 speed cassette, and it worked perfectly. Zero E295 errors.
The secret is using a proper Shimano Centrelock Hub on the new wheel. That way you can use the original magnet, and it is located in exactly the same spot.
I need to replace the wheel on the new bike with the EP801, because I'm going to change from a 10 speed HG mounted cassette to 12 speed Microspline Cassette. To insure I have no issues I have ordered a FM MT510B Shimano Hub, and will fit this to the new wheel.
Whilst it's tempting to buy other brand hubs and wheels, when changing wheels. With a Shimano EP801. Just fit a proper Shimano hub and the original magnet. I have never had an issue when you do this.
If you want to fit other branded hubs to your EMTB. Don't buy a Shimano EP801 or EP6 powered EMTB. You are risking locking your motor.
The recipe for Shimano Motors, Batteries and Transmission is pretty simple. Keep it all Shimano, picked from the Shimano Compatibility Chart, if you don't want issues.
Oh whilst I'm here. My other tip for Shimano Motors, is only ever very lightly wash around the motor and crank. Minimum of very light water. Then wipe down right away. Use water dispersant every now and then, then wipe clean.
The secret is using a proper Shimano Centrelock Hub on the new wheel. That way you can use the original magnet, and it is located in exactly the same spot.
I need to replace the wheel on the new bike with the EP801, because I'm going to change from a 10 speed HG mounted cassette to 12 speed Microspline Cassette. To insure I have no issues I have ordered a FM MT510B Shimano Hub, and will fit this to the new wheel.
Whilst it's tempting to buy other brand hubs and wheels, when changing wheels. With a Shimano EP801. Just fit a proper Shimano hub and the original magnet. I have never had an issue when you do this.
If you want to fit other branded hubs to your EMTB. Don't buy a Shimano EP801 or EP6 powered EMTB. You are risking locking your motor.
The recipe for Shimano Motors, Batteries and Transmission is pretty simple. Keep it all Shimano, picked from the Shimano Compatibility Chart, if you don't want issues.
Oh whilst I'm here. My other tip for Shimano Motors, is only ever very lightly wash around the motor and crank. Minimum of very light water. Then wipe down right away. Use water dispersant every now and then, then wipe clean.
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