Step-By-Step Hydraulic Brake Upgrade for LECTRIC XP 3.0 E-Bike | RV With Tito DIY

[@charlesherron8193]

Thank you Tito. I followed your video step by step and installed the brakes myself. Great instructions! Couldn't have done it without you!

[@RVwithTito]

Great job! Thanks for the feedback. I'm glad to help.

[@sheliacaposio1090]

AWESOME,I am a 64 yr old woman and with your instructions I did it myself.

[@RVwithTito]

Nice. That is AWESOME. Great job!

[@ravenragnar]

Tito. You actually have the best video on YT on how to do this. Seriously, thank you! It has transformed the entire bike.

[@dontwantnospam]

If you have the room, save the tire and tube from the old wheel. Then you have a replacement for the rear tire when either the tire itself is worn out or you need the tube. Waiting for our two kits for our bikes. Great video, thanks!!

[@RVwithTito]

For sure. Always good to have spares.

[@johnstack5008]

If you are having a problem with brake rubbing, there is a very easy way to make the adjustment. Before tightening the caliper mounting bolts, insert a piece of business card between the caliper and the rotor (on both sides). Lightly hold the brake lever and tighten the caliper bolts. Release the brake lever and remove the business cards. Your brakes should be perfectly aligned and adjusted.

[@mikebarretto6325]

Followed your steps albeit at a stop ‘n go (sometimes rewind) slower pace and was able to successfully install my Hydraulics! I did have to remove the bike lock holder that’s located under the seat to squeeze the rear brake calipers thru the inside frame. My only other problem, in the beginning, was actually trying to seat my Lectric onto the bike stand which really was meant for traditional bike frames! Thanks, really appreciate you!

[@SpykersB]

I’m actually a bit stunned, I thought this would have been a difficult complicated job, but you showed all your steps so well, that It isn’t difficult for anyone who can use some simple tools. Plus I had no idea, (but didn’t investigate either, lol) how to adjust the rubbing of the breaks, although I don’t have that brand of ebike, i bet the ideas n parts are similarly the same. 🍻

[@RVwithTito]

Yeah. It's not difficult. The hydraulic brakes are actually easier. Its also common to have a little rubbing on new brake pads until they wear in a bit.

[@Benjacques1173]

Tito, just did my bike now onto my wife’s then my daughters. Thanks for the great video & excellent info. Couldn’t have done it without your video as well !!! 🤙🏼

[@RVwithTito]

That is awesome! You're welcome. Now you are a pro :)

[@markwarbeck2968]

Nice video. I finished my install the morning your released the video. In the instructions Lectric doesn't have you replace the brackets for the calipers, just the caliper itself as you did. Seems like the caliper alignment is pretty critical. You've got to love a company like Lectric that would send these upgrade kits for free. Had to cost them a good bit of money. Not only does the bike stop on a dime now, it gives you 4 cents change!

[@RVwithTito]

Ah. Nice. Glad to hear we took the same approach to this. Yes. This brake upgrade definitely takes the XP 3.0 to the next level. 👍

[@godsdeliciousunknown]

Another excellent video - we still have the 2.0's and are happy with the mechanical brakes, but this is a great tutorial for folks doing the upgrade on their 3.0 - I've already shared it around. Keep up the great work!

[@RVwithTito]

Great. Thanks for sharing it!

[@rustayrnova5385]

Thank you! Very helpful video. I successfully installed my hydraulic upgrade wheel and brakes and used your video to guide me through the process. I especially appreciate you showing how you adjust the new brakes so the rotors don't rub. The brakes work great.

[@RVwithTito]

Great job! Glad it helped.

[@tonydtom536]

Thanks for the video that looks like it's going to be pretty easy to do.

[@RVwithTito]

It was easier than I though. Just take your time.

[@zacknorman7147]

They did not do it out of the goodness of their hearts. It's a recall. The brakes were failing under normal use. FYI

[@mike_johnson87]

Not true for all of their 3.0 e bikes. This was indeed a voluntary recall. Because of the facts that you already stated above.

[@IzInAZ]

I was really considering buying a Lectric and this info has sealed the deal. The fact that they are selling these bikes at this price point is impressive and their customer service is, evadently, outstanding.

[@nelsonblackburn6605]

Unfortunately, Lectric is no longer honoring this offer. I tried a few days ago and they refused to make good on this even though my wife and I bought 2 XP 3.0s in January. Lectric customer service was not at all helpful...sorry we bought Lectric brand.

[@johnhunsinger2625]

Thanks for sharing. I am supposed to get my new brakes on Thursday 8/3. Can’t wait. The brakes really the only bad thing with the bike….now its going to be awesome!!!!

[@RVwithTito]

You're welcome. I agree it's a great upgrade. The power delivery upgrade will also be great to make this powerful bike a little less jumpy. Best of luck to ya with the upgrade.

[@kaveman_4242]

Best bicycles ever. I cannot wait to purchase one! I've gotten the chance to have one for three months

[@audiasRodriguez]

Really goo bike I’m happy with my bike 🫡

[@RVwithTito]

Agree. It's the best deal for the price and these upgrades are icing on the cake.

[@gen2-x364]

My brake kit is otw should receive the middle of this month. Nice video.....nice to have a reference video of the procedure.

[@RVwithTito]

Great. Hope the upgrade goes smoothly for you. Cheers!

[@jaykaydee5772]

Good Job Brian!! That was easy to follow. Excellent explanation and demo . . .

[@RVwithTito]

Glad it was helpful!

[@markmorrow5411]

Thank you for the video 🙏 I didn’t have a bicycle stand or a wall mount so I used a sawhorse and it worked out for me.

[@RVwithTito]

Great. That works too. When on the road I use the bike rack as a stand. Glad it worked for you.

[@navfurgator]

Thanks your video made a difference, I have the other model a couple things to keep in mind for the other model, I ended up with a few extra inches on the rear brake cable which makes sense as the angle makes for a shorter run, so I was not able to get it all back in the rapping. But not to bad, also had to remove the mounted lock if you have it to get the rear brake through. . what a great feeling when on the first try the front brake lined up no scratch sound! simply got it close spon the wheel pinched the lever, tighten while holding lever down. The rear took a few more adjustments. also take before pictures! I had to reference them often! Especially for re-rapping.. so thanks again excellent video! And very happy with Lectric and there customer service amazing, couple people purchased these from my experience and company seems like they will do right by their customers.

[@indydenny7]

Thank you. Just finished both of our bikes today. Could have done it without help, but your video saved me time and was spot on. Very helpful.

[@user-ve5ie8fb3n]

Thanks Tito for a very good installation video. I just finished the installation after watching your video 3 times to get it all right. Love the new brakes!

[@RVwithTito]

Three's a charm :) Great job!

[@brandonbailey752]

Just got around to changing mine... this video was a HUGE HELP... thanks so much man...

[@RVwithTito]

You're welcome! Glad it helped you get it done. 👍

[@nhbowhunter]

Thanks for the video! Just did mine after watching this and it helped make the simple job quicker.

[@markbolster7876]

Great job! Just got my kit this week and I’m looking forward to installing and having better brakes!

[@ggebhard1]

Your demonstrations are great!! Thank you! Can I put hydrolic breaks on my Lectric Lite? I know I’d have to purchase them. And I’d go through your link!😉

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks! I'm sure you can put hydraulic brakes on the Lite. The rear cables may be a little long for the Lite given the smaller frame. I can't say for sure though. I'd ask Lectric.

[@Cyfi71]

Thanks for the vid, I really needed to see this. My kit is due to be shipped middle of august. I have the passenger package and I'm very happy that Lectric is upgrading my brakes.

[@RVwithTito]

No problem👍I hope this helps. Quick question: Did you receive an email from Lectric about the FREE upgrade?

[@Cyfi71]

@@RVwithTito Yes, I did receive the email from Lectric shortly after it was announced. I bought my 3.0 around Christmas time.

[@dueys3]

Thank you! Why wouldn't lectric send instructions with the brake kit? Glad you made this video. They should include a link to this video with the kit!

[@RVwithTito]

Glad it helped

[@chaztech9824]

u saved me from making a bad mistake with the orange spacer ty!

[@wendysolomonson753]

This video makes me want to have a go at the installation myself!!

[@lucky7mojo]

Front hydraulic installed so far. a little noise til i apply brake lightly, the all good/ silent.

[@TheLithGH]

Thank you for posting this!!! I got the upgrade kit, so much appreciated!! Although, it wouldn't hurt to have those power-forearms you have! I had to cut my grips off, haha!!

[@RVwithTito]

You make it sound like I'm Popeye or something :)

[@DonaldMays]

and one final thought on why they replaced the front wheel they are trying to lower the rotating weight of the wheel because the shock is at its limit. an interesting fact is that the Xpremium has a 160mm rotor even though it is heavy. I have seen failures at the crown of the fork

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

Great video thanks! how do you adjust the "tightness" or reach of the new hydraulic brakes?

[@RVwithTito]

All you need to do with hydraulic brakes is align the calipers like I showed.

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@RVwithTito I meant the handles of the brakes so you don't have to pull as much to brake, is there a way to adjust it? One side I have to pull more and it feels quite uneven

[@RVwithTito]

​@GadgetsGearCoffee OH. I don't know off hand. Likr other hydraulic stuff, they can get air in there and you need to bleed them. I haven't had to do it yet.

[@PeteTaylorRealtor]

Tito (which is my brother's name), you are the man. Great videos.

[@RVwithTito]

Glad you are enjoying them. Cheers!

[@coreymerritt7742]

Great installation Brian nice job 👍

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks 👍

[@gcmetz]

I complained for months about the brakes and the poor quality components on my Lectric XP 3.0 and everyone gave me such a hard time. It was obvious that early reviewers were either A. Purposefully ignoring these shortcomings or B. Given test models with sidfewnt components. This wasn’t a bonus that the company gave us. Today I received an email from the US Consumer Product Safety Commission asking me to stop using my XP 3.0 immediately because of the risk of failure/wrecks. They are being forced to do this.

[@tomc.4860]

Thanks so much for the tutorial. I'm sure it will save me some time and perhaps even a couple of corrections. Sarasota Tom.

[@ShadowRifft]

I'm having a hard time servicing the hydraullic Disc Brakes to my C3Strom Astro. the allen key didn't seat well for the fluid cap and is now stripped so refilling the fluid isn't a concern anymore. I'm going to just replace the whole thing. some day

[@arnoldzilban8274]

Thank you, Tito ...terrific instructions.

[@RVwithTito]

You bet. Glad you liked it.

[@joeh855]

Can you use the old pads when these ñew pads wear out,are they interchangeable????

[@RVwithTito]

Not positive, but they probably are.

[@TorvicIsSanta]

This would have been a great opportunity for Lectric to make use of the decimal. XP 3.1, since it's a new revision of the same model.

[@RVwithTito]

I agree. What's up with the no decimal thing 😀

[@MargeMMM]

Thanks for this great video. Looks like I could do this myself.

[@RVwithTito]

Take your time and you can do it. The hardest part is adjusting the brakes, but that too isn't that difficult. Good luck!

[@grumpykat2909]

Thanks for the video. I recently saw there's a RECALL on the Lectric XP 3.0 mechanical brakes. It states that when the brakes are improperly adjusted, the brake cable actuator arm can over-rotate, dislocating parts and causing the brake calipers to fail. I'm a newbie on brakes. What possible problems could happen on the hydraulic brakes? I did not see any brand name on the brakes. Do the hydraulic brakes have a brand name?

[@dontwantnospam]

There is nothing that says you have to do the hydraulic brake update.

[@patrickkleeman5999]

Great Video.Much appreciated

[@RVwithTito]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pickleballers]

Fun fact I realized when looking for tools, if you have a surf fin box key it's the same size as the 2.5 allen wrench

[@RVwithTito]

Don't the new ones just snap in now?

[@Bobster986]

I don’t think you need to buy a whole new wheel. I believe that if your rotors are too close to the spokes you can add a washer/spacer on both sides to safely to spread it.

[@valentineguitarstudi]

Ever had to bleed these either on installation or as a after of regular maintenance? I've got the XPress and my rear brake just won't bleed like every other brand of brakes. Was hoping someone has a procedure for bleeding a caliper that doesn't have a separate port and screw

[@NelloCambelli]

You stopped on a DIME. Where is the nickel in change? 😂😂😂 source is Hal Boyd, Drivers Ed teacher after watching a film about traffic accidents 1964.

[@RVwithTito]

I remember those, plus films of kids sniffing glue and jumping off a building.

[@danpayan9468]

Does new tire have slime

[@RVwithTito]

I don't think so. I like to use FlatOut and pumped some in mine. I have it listed on my eBike Amazon store (www.rvwithtito.com/gear/ebike)

[@reutej12]

Thanks Tito!

[@johnw65]

This is great, Thanks for the info! Have you had any experience with the hydraulic disc calipers operated by the original mechanical cable? I'm going to upgrade the mech brakes on an EUY Auloor I got for my wife. It's 750W 12.8AH and full suspension for $799 from Amazon! My $849 750W G-Force T42 came with Hyd Brakes and 20x4 tires. Glad to see the XP3.0 getting good brakes!

[@wayneleejacobsen]

is it correct to assume that the hydraulic brake system contains oil from the handle bar to the brake and this close system is not to be broken?

[@RaulRodriguez-zq2pt]

Thanks!

[@RVwithTito]

Thank you back! 😊

[@FISH4FUN158]

Hi Tito I am hoping for your technical assistance. Bought the XP3.0 two weeks ago. While adjusting the break/caliper gap due to existing squeak upon receipt I've noticed oil like substance dripping from the assembly. I'm assuming it's the hydraulic fluid(mineral oil)😔and now i have no breaking action at all when I squeeze the handle. HELP

[@RVwithTito]

Oh mam. Sounds like the hyd brake fluid drained out. Any bike shop should be able to fix it, but I'd first contact Lectric and let them know. I haven't filled fluid on the brakes but have heard it's a bit finicky. So best to let someone else do it. There are several KZbin videos to show you how if you're so inclined.

[@arthurcutting9227]

Love the ending with you almost getting ejected. Someone older isn't going to come out as well as you did 😢

[@RVwithTito]

I thought it would be fun to show that part of the brake test :)

[@achilleze]

Q - I recently acquired an lectric XP 3.0. Got it ~1 month ago. I assume I got the new hydraulic brake version. However, the brakes are quite noisey when stopping, and certainly not instant like you showed. Do they need tweaking or something?

[@achilleze]

@@rustysummers3217 thanks I tried cleaning the rotor with isopropyl alcohol. Didn't help much. I'll check if there's a warp. It's a bit tricky as it's hard to prop the bike up to spin the tire.

[@joannebrenner6853]

Can just the right brake grip be replaced on the lectric xp3.0?

[@catfish24]

If you have the 3.0 it should already have Hydraulic brakes please explain what are you putting the Hydraulic brake kit on a 2.0 ????

[@RVwithTito]

The first few releases of the XP 3.0 did not come with hydraulic brakes. LECTRIC started including hydraulic brakes on this model in July 2023.

[@baraclude]

Does the same bike they currently sell with the hydraulic upgrade has the same narrowed front wheel?

[@EmanM45]

Have you gotten the PWR upgrade yet?

[@DonaldMays]

don't know what kind of crap lectric did as I have 180mm rotor on my lectric 1.0 for 3 years on a 4 in rim tire. They could have just used the appropriate caliper adapter and kept the wheel you had they didn't consult anyone who knows bike engineering. I bet the old wheel would just fit fine. As a bike mechanic of 30 years, I got to think there Chinese manufacturers wanted to make some extra money. that being said you did a great job teaching folks

[@dontwantnospam]

Have you heard anything about the controller software update?

[@RVwithTito]

No. Not yet.

[@catfish24]

What are you talking about i through all the 3.0 bikes came with Hydraulic brakes i just got a new 3.0 in May 2024 and I assume it's got Hydraulic brakes that's what it says on the box i thought that was why they came out with the 3.0 because they all had Hydraulic brakes and other upgrades.

[@timf6916]

👏 Good job

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks.

[@Finnegan6674]

It;s not cable it is brake line. besides that its a great video.

[@postalinVT]

Is there any slime in the replacement tire ?

[@RVwithTito]

I don't think so. I prefer Flat Out (amzn.to/3Qt5uEo) and pumped some in on both bikes after releasing the video.

[@postalinVT]

@@RVwithTito Thanks for the response. The 3.0 was supposed to come with slime in the tubes from them, but I have no way of testing that.

[@RVwithTito]

@postalinVT Ues. I believe that's correct on new bike orders. I don't knownit that's true with these brake kits.

[@BlairAir]

Properly set up and quality mechanical disk brakes should logically offer identical stoppi g power, assuming you have hands strong enough to apply, what? 1.5x-2x the force to the handles, all things neing equal (rotor size/type/condition, pad size/type/condition, caliper alignment, and proper caliper to rotor geometry. That said, almost anyone will prefer the feel, reduced application force and modulation of a Hydraulic set up. My question has been centered on: do i want the easier installation of cable pull hydraulic calipers such as Juin Tech (where I simply can NOT find 180mm rotor kits) or a full kit with motor kill wires, 4 piston calipers and proper rotors from "Zoom" - a decidedly budget driven kit, or buy the components I need to do it right. On an 84 lb Okai EB50 with a 750/1000w motor, I think the right thing is obvious. Im thinking 325-375 for top level gear. Hell, i dont wanna die! 😂

[@NewZ-TakTiX]

They didn't ship mine with that. Haven't been able to ride my bike for 2 months now. And they say I won't get my Brake set til October 23rd smh

[@zikoeldars3460]

What type of hydraulic brakes are these?

[@hll5132]

I just got my 3.0 and it sounds like the bike is screaming when I break how do I fix that?

[@RVwithTito]

The new disc brakes tend to be noisy until broken in. You can try wiping down the brake rotors with rubbing alcohol.

[@hll5132]

@@RVwithTito oh OK thank you that’s good to hear I thought I got scammed or something

[@squareedgeinterio7669]

Want to buy this for my cycle kindly let me know how to get it

[@RVwithTito]

Reach out to Lectric at rvwithtito.com/lectric

[@paulmarado]

6:20 in is where to start and avoid an extensive intro

[@johnstangel8918]

Hi Brian will these work on the 2.0 I bought a 2.0 right before they launched the new 3.0 and boy was I pissed but I still love my 2.0. I'm not a big bike guy that has to have the latest and greatest so the 2.0 is perfect for me. I watch Cozy Living Machine and he has the hydraulic brakes and he hates them they are constantly losing pressure and no brakes so he is looking at mechanical brakes. 6 of one and a half dozen of another. Hope yours work great.

[@RVwithTito]

I'm not sure. The 3.0 has a larger brake rotor than the 2.0. Other than that the bike dimensions should be very close. I'd confirm with Lectric before you buy.

[@mikesabella8281]

i only got mechanical brakes, pretty bummed because i spent 1000 on a ebike and a month after it comes with hydraulic brakes??? like wtf

[@DirectingSven]

they only shipped me the brakes. I didn't know you had to switch out the tire. Oivey.

[@RVwithTito]

It was a surprise to me too. I hoped this helped explain why.

[@danpayan9468]

One good thing is you have a spare tire and tube

[@RVwithTito]

Yes. And you will :)

[@Tom-In-Ga]

Stopping on a dime? I'm sure you're going to say you were trying to show how good the brakes are, but, me thinks someone's frugality is showing. 😆

[@RVwithTito]

Hmmm maybe 🤔

[@Tom-In-Ga]

@@RVwithTito 😉

[@paulcardsfan]

You don't need to change all the cables just get universal hydrolic brakes keep your cables on just replace the brakes 😂

[@JogBird]

i wonder if they are worried about getting sued by speccing mechanical disc brakes on such a heavy bike

[@SpykersB]

Lots of ebikes out there with mechanical instead of hydraulic brakes, n how many ebikes u know are light? 😂🍻

[@daviddouglass7662]

Keep in mind, this Bike is designed to carry two people.

[@richchester1871]

Wayyyyy too much talking. Lost me at the 5 minute mark and nothing said