Setting Up Your Suspension - 2024 Wired Freedom

[@johnseaver2071]

wired sells a good air pump with the two nuts and it is only 29.99

[@leetjohnson]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing that, I appreciate it. I'll pin this comment!

[@dawhoda1]

They're giving them away with the new 2024 plus, I know there's a link but may not even need it

[@TailHappyTV]

Good video man, learned about equalizing the negative air chamber, didn’t know that

[@leetjohnson]

@TailHappyTV Thank you so much, that means a lot to me! You're the man!

[@Daukposse]

Full respect for a tremendous instructional! This is world class! You explain the general physics, quirks and provide just enough details to ensure folks know the lay & can implement. That is NOT trivial & your camera + audio are perfect also.

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate all of the feedback and kind words!

[@rvboondocker2559]

Ok…so maybe not so “brief and quick” but thank you very much!😊 On a smooth surface, locking out the front and rear suspension improves range.

[@leetjohnson]

Yeah, it definitely wasn't that quick lololol

[@Sherman1862]

Good Job! Thank You! : )@@leetjohnson

[@jvctnt]

Love the brief, simple, thorough demo.

[@leetjohnson]

@@jvctnt I'm glad you liked it 👍

[@NOWitsOKto]

Let me first say, I'm not an air shock/suspension expert. I liked how in the beginning "I want to make a quick but brief and detailed"... Now even though the video is over 40 minutes, in my opinion if I were to edit this video, I don't see myself cutting anything out. Yes it might be a bit longer than what was anticipated, but I think everything needed to be said so the viewer, whether a novice or pro, got all the information. There is a lot of information that someone who has never “tinkered” with air shock/suspension might not know. So definitely I'm SMASHING DAT LIKE BUTTON!!!! Good job.

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you so much! You are spot on... there were a bunch of spots when I was editing that I wanted to cut out, but I didn't want to make the video incomplete. I am glad you appreciated the full video, and it makes me feel like I made the right choice not to cut it down too much. Again, thank you!

[@simoharjane7823]

This is the most brief and concise explanation! Thank you

[@leetjohnson]

You're welcome! Glad you liked it!!

[@johnnhow9]

Received my Wired Freedom Monday. Started assembly Wednesday. After unboxing the first thing I did was to check for any visible damage and there was none. Next I put Flat Out in the tire. From this point on everything was a breeze until the front wheel. The skewer was bent. Contacted Wired and sent a brief text and photo documenting the damage. The replacement arrives Monday and by the way burnt orange was my favorite color.

[@leetjohnson]

Awesome! Glad Wired was able to help make it right!

[@cellsheet]

Thank you for this!! Really helped me set up my Cruiser today which just came in yesterday!

[@leetjohnson]

@@cellsheet Awesome! You're welcome!!

[@benhartland4708]

mine had about 30lbs or pressure in it! no wonder it kept bottoming out. just installed my origin8 supercells and did this, bike is my commuter and now rides absolutely amazing!

[@leetjohnson]

@benhartland4708 I love Origin8 supercells!!! They make the ride sooo smooth!

[@SuperSlappy25]

I finally rode my 24 Freedom yesterday. at 225lbs when I go over a bump I can feel that shock bottom out. I need to add some air to prevent that. Thanks for making the video. Good work.

[@leetjohnson]

You're welcome, let me know how it goes!

[@jamesdeornellis5727]

Thanks for the information. I never had a full suspension bike before. I am waiting for my Wired Cruiser to come in. Wired has put full suspension on its Cruiser model.

[@leetjohnson]

Awesome, you're gonna love it!!!

[@heavenlyblue]

For the red Rebound adjustment wheel you mentioned on rear shock, mine just kept turning and turning, and yours had 9 settings. Finally I pushed iN (towards the back of the bike) on that red REBOUND round wheel, and turned the wheel, and then I only had 9 settings I think. Otherwise if I did not push that red round screw like wheel INWARD when turning, that knob keeps turning and turning - at least for me. In case this is helpful for someone else. I am not sure if it is suppose to work this way, or if something wrong with shock, but it worked for me.

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you for sharing this!!

[@marcholmquist3089]

TY this was a really helpful video

[@leetjohnson]

@marcholmquist3089 You're welcome, glad it helped!

[@sgtchitt1]

amazing video , i learned alot , thank you for your knowledge.

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you, I appreciate it!!

[@user619tlsdca5]

Yes, need to get me this!! I only ride Dual shock frames of EBiking and to get a better shock absorber with settings is more to my liking. Thanks for this video upload!!!

[@user619tlsdca5]

Also a need to get thicker side panels for shock systems as well. Just noticed the side panels here and would love them to replace my not so sturdy side panels.

[@leetjohnson]

Thanks for watching!!

[@Watchman-zd5cx]

GREAT VIDEO. I just received my 2024 wired cruiser and went and adjusted all suspension settings. VERY informative. Just subscribed also.

[@leetjohnson]

@@Watchman-zd5cx Thank you!!!

[@Eec2023]

Excellent info. Thanks for sharing.

[@leetjohnson]

You are very welcome!!

[@ishgumi44]

Great information. Thank you!

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you!!

[@santororobert58]

Thanks, good information. I watched your other video with the ride through the park and all past the dam for the battery..... Considering buying one of these and selling my 5-year-old X-TREME E-BIKE 48V beach cruiser

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you! I can tell you now, you won't regret it if you buy one, so fun and fast/powerful.

[@Thatdawgy]

Great video man! Thank you

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you!!!

[@jasoncampbell6536]

great tutorial

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you so much!

[@practacticaloutdoorsandthi6962]

Thank you for keeping it simple

[@leetjohnson]

No problem! Thank you for watching!

[@Usernamewitwicky]

They do not pay you enough. Thank you 🙏

[@leetjohnson]

@@Usernamewitwicky you're welcome!!

[@ThomasMincarelli-fj8cu]

Great video and information! Thank you very much! I’m setting up a Predator..will it be the same technique?

[@leetjohnson]

You're welcome, it should be very similar!

[@Thom_Yorky]

Thanks!!

[@leetjohnson]

@@Thom_Yorky you're welcome!!

[@jakeharris2891]

Nice video…appreciate it

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you! You're welcome.

[@kurgin]

well done sir

[@leetjohnson]

@@kurgin Thank you!

[@dg9bfc]

i have a seeker 26 with a way way to stiff shock (rides like a hardtail).. seems as an air shock with pump is s suberb solution

[@leetjohnson]

@@dg9bfc I agree!

[@Albertkallal]

Thank you kindly for posting this. I'm currently researching a new shock for my e-bike (factory one is not adjustable). I do wonder if buying the DNM with the dual chambers is worth the extra "trouble" to setup.

[@leetjohnson]

@@Albertkallal what ebike do you have? It's not too difficult once you have the pump and know what to do. I'd say go for it!!

[@Albertkallal]

​@leetjohnson I have a Jasion x-hunter. Doing lots of R&D, a dnm rc38, or even a a5 r1. So not going with a high end shock, but something adjustable. Factory is a non adjustable 1000lbs shock- barely ever moves. So just watching some videos on shock mounting hardware, and learning a lot.

[@leetjohnson]

@@Albertkallal right on!

[@frankdrebin1791]

Great video. I bought a pump for my rear shock due to it being out of air when I finally went to ride it. I fill it to 200lb pressure and im sure it drops 15-20 when it disconnects. I’m 5’7” 170lb and the bike is definitely borderline too big for me but I still love it! It feels like mine slowly looses air over a 2 weeks then I need to fill it again.

[@leetjohnson]

I have noticed a slight drop from disconnecting my pump too. Are you sure you screwed the cap on tight afterwards?

[@frankdrebin1791]

@@leetjohnson The air is getting past the seal slowly. I just take my pump with me. If it gets worse I’ll take it apart and try to repair it.

[@dg9bfc]

@@frankdrebin1791 maintenance needed on these shocks sometimes.. be it cleaning .or using fresh seals

[@benhartland4708]

heads up guys i used a valve core removal tool to tighter the valve core on the shock, needed a good full turn or so to be snug! i'm sure over a week or so that would surely drop the air pressure. again, please inspect your bikes after shipment this is mandatory with ALL bikes!

[@pgerry9400]

To the point again really well done.

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you so much!

[@Doc.Holiday]

Agreed,.. good information.

[@leetjohnson]

@@Doc.Holiday Thank you!

[@adkscan]

Awesome video once again! I assume I would load the bike up with all my gear and extra battery before doing this setup to account for the additional weight?

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you! Yes, you definitely want to have your full riding weight with all gear on before you do this suspension setup.

[@curtseth7995]

The ecells 5star ebike, the shock gets sent to you already set up perfectly

[@leetjohnson]

@@curtseth7995 👍

[@benhartland4708]

how is it setup perfectly please describe....we don't all have the same rider weight

[@jcolt84]

I only have 7 clicks of rebound for some reason. After my mishap with my first shock, I'm so afraid that I'll screw something up and the rebound knob will spin freely again. I need to add about 10psi but I'm seriously afraid of screwing up this new air shock.

[@leetjohnson]

@@jcolt84 understandable! It should be ok, I think you just had a defective one.

[@mugaunra8869]

My 2024 Freedom was ordered in APR & was due to ship at end May, then postponed for the bonuses till end June. When it showed up the UPS man asked me to help get off truck its so heavy. The top of the box was ripped off from middle to 1 end with many holes along sides. It looked like a bear attacked it. When I opened it up I immediately saw many scratches in paint. I was bout to put together when I noticed no tool for handlebars or manual to put this together. So I went on their chat help & in the end it came missing manuals, tool,2nd battery charger, touch up paint, headlight, & PEDALS... so they send me the accessory box which took 4 days (mind you I took my vaca from work for the day of the delivery) & its missing the touch up paint. From this point on the Wired customer service chat was unhelpful & rude. I asked them how the batteries work is it frame batt till drained then rear kicks in? & they said it was a 'blendid' function that draws off both... So I told them that i purposely drained my batt to 60% on display & when went to charge both only the rear was at 60% while frame batt was 100%, so its not blending.... I like to pedal so I turn the motor options off (set to 0) & quickly found out that gears 1-6 make the chain skip on every rotation... They told me to take it to a bike shop for a derailer adjustment or watch a youtube vid on how do it myself...2400.00+shipping & this is the product I got & customer service to go with it FUCK WIRED

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@jcolt84]

There is obviously something seriously wrong with my rear shock. I've owned the 2024+ wired freedom for over a week and a half now, and havent been able to ride it in almost a week. I cannot get my rear shock to work properly, so ot bottoms out with hardly any weight. I've watched your video a dozen times as well as other videos on this subject and I just cannot get it to work. The rebound knob just spins freely in either direction. This wasnt the case the first couple of days i owned the bike, but then I heard what sounded like a tire deflating, and never put two and two together until it was too late. If you dont mind me asking, what are the three tiny screws at the very top of the shock? Im talking about the screws that appear to take an allen wrench to turn.

[@leetjohnson]

That's interesting....to be honest, I just recieved my new 2024 Wirrd Freedom + and haven't taken it out of the box yet, but as soon as I do, I'll reach back out to you. Do you have a shock pump? Sounds like maybe it blew a seal or damaged something, but I'm not quite sure.

[@jcolt84]

@@leetjohnson yes I have a rather good high-pressure pump. It’s definitely got a problem with it for sure. I’ll be looking forward to hearing from you after you get yours put together! Thanks again!

[@leetjohnson]

@@jcolt84 right on!

[@dawhoda1]

2:32 you forgot to mention here that it makes when taking it out of lockout and just moving it to the middle instead of all the way to the end like you did.

[@dawhoda1]

2:20 I meant

[@leetjohnson]

Sorry about that!

[@josephhoulihan5414]

Bike is very wobbly. Everything tight. Any recommendations?

[@leetjohnson]

Hmmm, other thank double checking everything...maybe the bottom clasp for the lower part of the fork, at the axle?

[@josephhoulihan5414]

@@leetjohnson Wired customer service said it’s normal cause of suspension. Lol. I’m not buying it. Lol

[@dg9bfc]

@@josephhoulihan5414 have you some load on the rear?? sometimes it's just that.. my seeker 26 was wobbling over 25 kmh (22kmh was stable)... after I added the second battery ontop the frame it became stable to over 40 knh ,(did not try faster no handed,,)

[@benhartland4708]

which part is loose? after watching this video and dialing my suspension in to my liking the suspension "slop" is gone. rear shock had 30psi and at my ride weight i NEED at least 160. setup the front fork as recommended here but firmed things up since i like it feeling tighter and torqued each and every fitting on bike to spec. all suspension slop is gone however this wont last forever so once a week take five minutes to go over the whole bike. almost 500 miles on my new freedom in less than a month and no issues.

[@just_in.h]

Hello. How much pressure should you put in the front shock for a 250 lb casual rider?

[@leetjohnson]

@just_in.h the front shock on this ebike isn't an air shock, you can't add or remove any air from the front shock

[@just_in.h]

@@leetjohnson, Thank you for the info. What about a bike with an air shock? I have another bike with an air shock.

[@just_in.h]

I appreciate this video. Good info.

[@leetjohnson]

@just_in.h it depends on the size of the shock...each one is different.

[@just_in.h]

@@leetjohnson , Gotcha. It’s a DASH-AIR-20 Inverted Fork 120mm lockout & rebound adjustable.

[@mugaunra8869]

I bought the HP air pump off wired website & when I 1st unscrewed the cap no air leaked out but after attaching the pump & increasing air I cant unscrew the pump without all the shock air coming out like a popped ballon... how do I prevent this or is something else broke on this pos?

[@leetjohnson]

@mugaunra8869 you have to unscrew it quickly and all the way. Just pump about an extra 5 or 10lbs to allow for the leak when you remove the pump.

[@mugaunra8869]

@@leetjohnson Yip, I unscrew it quickly but even after unplugged completely air is still pushes out at max force till empty. When 1st removing cap it did not force out as if unplugged only after attaching pump & adding 20-30 % then unplugging & saying why is the air blowing back out like a popped balloon

[@mugaunra8869]

Its like the inside stem of shock side valve isnt closing (if thats even a thing) after removing pump

[@leetjohnson]

@mugaunra8869 hmmm., that is strange.

[@Doc.Holiday]

Solar,… I top out the front fork with a clunk when I pull up to hop something. Is there any way to tune that out or is that just the way it is with an economy heavy fat bike fork?

[@leetjohnson]

I noticed that mine does that too. I think it's just the cheap front fork. I've had other similar ebike setups that do that, too, but on my better pedal mountain bikes and dirtbikes with better forks, that doesn't happen. I'm surprised they don't have a top end bushing or dampener to prevent that clunking.

[@Doc.Holiday]

@@leetjohnson thanks, I assumed the same.

[@FloridaE-bikeAdventures]

Very informative video, well done. I am a heavy rider 300+ and I am concernerned that I'm putting too much stress on the shock. With the shock inflated to 250psi (max) I'm still getting about 50% sag. Which according to your video is way too much. What do you think about me installing a different shock? Do you know if a stiffer or higher compression type shock is even available? Or how about a spring type shock? I am working on losing weight but it's going to be a while and I don't want to damage my new bike. Thanks.

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you! I think you should be ok with it as long as the shock isn't completely bottoming out. How far is the o-ring going when you go over big bumps? I would just avoid doing any major jumps or off curbs, and it should be ok. There are other air shocks, but they can be quite expensive. I would just not do any major jumping with it, and it should last without any major issues.

[@jfly2249]

If you’re too heavy, just ride in the middle or closed position to avoid bottoming out and adjust air pressure accordingly to utilize the full length the shock.

[@leetjohnson]

@jfly2249 great idea!

[@FloridaE-bikeAdventures]

The blue o-ring is going down about halfway or a little farther when I go over decent bumps. I guess as long as it's not bottoming out it will be okay

[@leetjohnson]

@@FloridaE-bikeAdventures 👍

[@johnbullet2223]

Another great video! How long does your first bar last? After I fully charge my 2024 wired freedom , my first bar goes away within only 1 or 2 miles... but the next bar lasts for about 20 miles... does that seem odd?

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you! That is strange, basically the opposite of mine. What is your P5 setting set to in the menu? I have heard 8 was correct, but now Wired says that 6 is the most accurate setting for P5.

[@johnbullet2223]

@@leetjohnson in your video, P5 is at 16... you just mentioned 6 ... what do you think?

[@leetjohnson]

@johnbullet2223 16 is for the 2023 model. They changed the battery in 2024, so 6 is the correct setting for 2024 models.

[@corywebb5537]

The Slower reboundhelps a lot. Just a few clicks. That way it's not real Bouncy like a trampoline. But more Exorbing the bumps

[@leetjohnson]

@@corywebb5537 For sure

[@jameslund221]

How do you add air ? Is it air that is in your shocks?🤔

[@leetjohnson]

Yes, for the rear shock. The front shock/spring has a compression knob at the top that makes it more firm or softer.

[@justinwhite2951]

Hey Solar...what do you keep your Wired tire PSI at for road riding?

[@leetjohnson]

I usually do 12-15psi for offroad and 15-18psi for onroad.

[@mm-oe7tk]

Good job, thanks.

[@leetjohnson]

Thank you!!

[@baggerbenn]

Any discount code on this bike ?

[@leetjohnson]

Not yet, but I'm working on it!

[@MsMoroWolf]

Thanks for a great video, just what I was looking for. Any good pump recommendations on Amazon? Still waiting for my orange Wired Freedom!

[@leetjohnson]

I'd say any of them will work, just be sure the one you get has a guage on it. The higher rating ones are all fairly decent.

[@Rue2love]

Im 5'4 and people say the bike is to big for me true???

[@leetjohnson]

It's definitely a big bike. I'd say you're right on the edge of fitting the bike.

[@Rue2love]

​@@leetjohnsonI have motorcycle experience but I truly know the importance of height of the bike and the rider. I wish I could test one!

[@leetjohnson]

@@Rue2love that would be awesome to be able to test ride one.

[@SciD1]

So, 180 psi was your final setting? I'm 240 lb, so I needed 210-220 psi. I like to pedal, so I keep my seat high enough so my legs can extend. If the suspension is too soft, you then need to take the seat higher.

[@leetjohnson]

I recently put it up to 200lbs. Now it doesn't get as close to bottoming out, while still using about 80% of the travel.

[@SciD1]

​@@leetjohnsonI haven't ridden the bike yet, but I tested the suspension in my garage, and it bottoms out half way. I will leave it that way because I really don't want it to be too soft.

[@SciD1]

​​@@leetjohnsonbut man, I can't get over how this bike looks absolutely amazing! I feel like heads are gonna turn around on bike paths. I don't know how they can keep it at 2000 $.

[@leetjohnson]

@@SciD1 I agree! It's an amazing deal and an awesome bike!!

[@paublojauve6782]

Do you think the bike is too big for a 5'6" person?

[@leetjohnson]

I think it would be ok, but it is definitely a big bike.

[@paublojauve6782]

@@leetjohnson Ayy, thank you for the response! Okay Imma pull the trigger on the freedom. I can't wait, the upgrades are awesome.

[@leetjohnson]

@paublojauve6782 you're welcome! If you wouldn't mind using the link in this video description, I'd appreciate it as it really helps out this channel!!

[@paublojauve6782]

@@leetjohnson 🤝

[@jcolt84]

Yes

[@spidermight8054]

A basketball rebound is a bad example of how rebound in shocks work

[@leetjohnson]

@spidermight8054 yeah, you're right.

[@spidermight8054]

@@leetjohnson Lol! Who cares? You still explained things well. I just got my Freedom a week ago, and you saved me from having to read the manual on the shocks. Thanks for the videos.

[@alexher-fedup]

leaving it open causes to much bounce leave it in middle best , put more air .. for heavier riders…

[@leetjohnson]

@@alexher-fedup 💯

[@scottsymonds1950]

um... nothing changed

[@leetjohnson]

On mine or on yours? Be sure to use a high pressure pump. Mine changed a lot.

[@MADsailing560]

A "quick" how to 41 minute video? 🤔

[@leetjohnson]

😄 🤣 😂 My bad