Ebike First Service

How to carry out a first service on an ebike, Step by step, what to check and what to look for, see how easy it is, if you cant get it to your dealer.

[@paultereo]

Excellent ….. great to know what to expect . I wish you were local !

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi Thanks for watching. sorry Im a. bit too far away I would have been happy to help.

[@jimwintersgill9099]

Really useful vid, thanks Dave 👍

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@darrenbirchall7826]

Another great video, thank you

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Thanks Darren.

[@roncooke2188]

Very interesting video watched to the end, as long as the cables are good no big issue where they are routed

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi, Thanks for watching and your comments

[@GNX157]

Dave, one of the things I do on the wheels is take an illuminated magnifying glass and do an ultra close inspection of the nipple holes in the rim, looking for cracks starting to form. Initially it won’t show as a wobble or anything else, but you can see them starting.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Thank you for watching and your comments, yes we generally do an inspection when truing wheels too

[@steve_main]

Checking the torque on the rotor bolts is important also. I don't know how many of mine have come lose over time even with the blue Loctite on them

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Good tip Steve

[@richardkaz2336]

One of the last things I do is check the disk thickness is in tollerence replace the pads and realign the brakes by loosening the fixing screws clamping the brake on andmake sure it is centres and not pulling the disk one way ot the other and tightening the fixing screws.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Thanks for watching, good tip.

[@gregorydobson4307]

Great info Dave, can you recommend a good torque wrench as there are so many from cheap to expensive.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Yes Wera

[@davidmcgrath5814]

Hi there, just wondering, I own a Lapierre Overvolt 5.5HT 2021, Yamaha PW Series TE Engine & my question is do you know what allen key sizes I need for this bike incase some parts come loose over time? Ive had a look at the bashguard & I cant find an allen key in my key set to open it, Can I remove this to make sure the motor is ok & that no dirt has got in as I do alot of mountain biking & do not want dirt/grit/water getting into the motor/electrics. Thank you.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi David, Good question, you need a set from 2mm right up to 8mm, but also a good set of torx keys would be useful too.

[@sijmes]

Dave, how do you connect the new smart system to the laptop when there's no display used. My Voima only has a tiny Bluetooth switch on the bars ? My LBS was flummoxed 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi Simon, we have not had a Pole ebike in the workshop. I will need to speak to pole for more information.

[@sijmes]

@@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic Hi Dave, the display has moved to the top tube and the controller on the bars is a mini Bluetooth version. By removing one screw from the top tube display you can lift out the unit and there's a usb port underneath, behind a rubber cap. I only found out this afternoon 👍🏻

[@Extremegaz25]

I must have nowt better to do dave lol, but very interesting and reminds me to check these things.

[@GNX157]

Dave, do you own a Park tool disc brake flat mount facing set? How often do you use it? Can you do a video on some of the bikes you use it on and show us how bad some ebikes are coming thru new? I know they are, but I’d like to see it on video.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Thank you for watching and your comments, yes we do, we use it more on road bike frames or when we suspect a brake issue. we have come across a few that one post is higher than the other by about 1mm

[@andrewausterfield6710]

With the suspension wouldn't it be best to slacken the bolts and then re-torque them? Surely by just putting the torque wrench on them you're checking that they are at least at the setting, but they could be well above, which could compromise the operation.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi, Thanks for watching and your comments, You can always tell if they have been over torqued by the feel and click.

[@andrewausterfield6710]

@@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic thanks for the reply

[@mgbgth5097]

yes. as an HGV mechanic if you are checking the torque of a fastening you need to back it off first. This is important with wheel nuts because if they have been over tightened the threads could have "stretched" which can cause fracture or loosening. Just putting the torque wrench on them will not tell you if they've been over tightened.

[@robertsonm2003]

What torque wrench you have there?

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi Michelle, Thanks for watching, the amazon link is www.amazon.co.uk/Mighty-Torque-Wrench-Black/dp/B012VK0JW0

[@andrewgeere7261]

Hi Dave, My shimano steps e7000 motor is creaking/cracking everytime i pedal.Does it need new bearings ?..You look like you know your sh1t.Wish i lived nearer to your shop..I would take the motor to you to check over.Keep up the good vids on here😉

[@deanurch2276]

Hi Dave where in Halifax are you been looking for a local Ebike mechanic that I can get my bike in for it first service.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi, Sorry for the late reply, we are in HX3.

[@deanurch2276]

@@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic cheers Dave my Ebike will need a service in next couple of months so will try and find your shop to get in in.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

@@deanurch2276 that’s fine just give me a call and I will get it booked in when your ready, need a weeks notice. 01422 766086

[@derickoldfield3034]

Whereabouts are you in Yorkshire please

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi Derick, thanks for watching, We are in Sowerby Bridge, HX6

[@derickoldfield3034]

@@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic thank you I have a Raleigh Pioneer with a TranzX 36 volt system The LED on the handlebar switch is not illuminating and my guess is that it would need replacing I bought the bike second hand. it was working but after being in the garage for the winter it now is not Do you have one that I could buy or could you do it Regards Derick

[@matthewlaw8268]

The cabling looks all wrong at the front, looks like they are routed on the wrong side.

[@Swaggerlot]

Sure does

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi Matthew, Thanks for watching, I do understand what you mean, the gear cable is routed the right way, its comes from Giant like that, it could be re-routed round the other way but it may be a tad too short without finding loose around the top of the motor area. Well spotted though.

[@GNX157]

There is a port on the other side. This whole thing needs to be redone and part of the issue is this bike’s brakes are set up “moto” style (my preference if I could get all my bikes switched), where the front brake is going to the right side lever (throttle side on a MC) instead of the left. I think many countries are this way but here in the USA bicycles are still non moto.

[@UA10i12]

it is against the law for a manufacturer to void your warranty for working on a product you bought. They have to prove that whatever you did caused the issue that you're asking the manufacturer to repair. However, even though this is the law, you'd probably have to take the manufacturer to court to enforce it :( Just want people to be aware of this so we can stop letting manufacturers get away with not fixing issues with their product due to customers exercising their right to own the products they purchase.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Thank you for your comments

[@CazSmith]

More of a visual inspection than a first service.

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

Hi, visuals can lead to more attention but a first service is more checking than anything else

[@redstrat1234]

Interesting, you purchase a torque wrench to precisely tighten (some) bolts, screws etc to factory spec, but when it came to the tires which can be critical to safety, handling and battery life, a quick hand squeeze and it's - 'there's a good amount of pressure in there'. Makes me wonder what else are you going to judge by just having a poke around and saying 'that seems ok'...not good. You didn't adjust the correct torque for brake mount bolts which is usually 5-7nm ? - you just used an allen key. It's all pretty half arsed sir. 'The whole idea is to make it safe' - and don't bother with actually checking tyre pressures - wow.

[@ABoxIsMyHome]

maybe just demoing and would check it after the recording I would say this guy knows his shet

[@robert8077]

Way too much talking

[@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic]

I will try not to talk so much, lol, its in the Yorkshire blood i'm afraid.

[@jedwards7928]

@@TheYorkshireBikeMechanic I like hearing you chat away 👍