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Regardless if I try to charge my battery on or off the bike the LED on the charger blinks red. Even if the charger isn't connected to the bike or battery.... it still blinks red. I also tried unplugging the charger for a day and still had the same issue. I'm sure it's a bung charger but given...

Today my 2019 Giant Trace E+ finally died when the motor decided to implode. It would cost over $2000NZD to get new motor so I've decided to part out the bike and commit to riding my mechanical bikes. I will not be buying another EMTB for multiple reasons Cost: are there any decent bikes...

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...

This topic resurfaces every six months, but hopefully there now are more options for us who like to do things the hard way! Soo...besides the ludicrously overpriced Keveno SL, what other respectful Frame only kits are you aware of? I have a Trance E+ that has done over 5000km of abusive riding...

Maybe I'm mentally ill but since building my HT my EMTB is collecting dust!

since the Fox EMTB 36 fork uses 34 internals, the longest air shaft they make is 160mm long. For my new bike project, I need at least 170mm travel. I've been looking at making my own air shift comprising of the 34 plungers with the 170mm shaft of a 36 air shaft assembly as the plunger only has...

Is there a future where EMTB's are raced just like their analog ancestors at the local level? I thought there would at least be an EMTB category for local Enduro events here in NZ, but no. Which makes make wonder why...is it that the 'Old boys" MTB club doesn't want them? Are not enough people...

I imagine I'll get a new bike sometime this year but will I run back to Giant dealership? My experience with my bike has been patchy and I've had a mix of issues like the hub failure, electrical gremlins, cracked frame etc etc. All of which was covered under warranty but were frustrating to deal...

Product Image: Product name: DVO Jade X Price paid: $900NZD Score (out of 10): 8/10 Review: Coil shocks are soo hot right now! The Fox DPS I had on my Giant Trance wasn't a bad shock but with my heavyweight (120kg) the resulting ridiculous PSI I had to run made small bump compliance...

I've been a little bored during lockdown so thought I'd do some tinkering :) Just waiting on a spring before I test ride and review. added bits: DVO Jade X coil shock - custom-tuned for Maestro/my weight DVO Onyx 29er fork - custom-tuned Custom Light bicycle Carbon wheels (added layers of...

Well shit! Hope Giant NZ get it replaced ASAP!

After a few months of testing variations of the 27.5 Maxxis Assegai on my Trance, I can say it's the best piece of rubber on the market! BUT... not a 10/10... I run the Assegai in the front in the lighter EXO casing with the "intermediate to soft" Maxx Terra compound, on the tail end I've...

Longshot but is there any Trance E+ SX owners out there who would be open to swapping rear shocks with me and making some money in the process? I'm thinking a few hundred AUS/NZ/USD your way I'm really eager to try a coil shock but thought a swap would be a good idea. I'm in NZ Any takers?

Just put a 2nd hand Galfer 223mm rotor in the front yesterday and did a quick lap of my local trail. Once bedded the power is a very noticeable improvement from the 203mm Sram Centerline. I'm aware that Sram Codes aren't known for their raw stopping power like Shimano Saints but the 223mm seems...

Can anyone recommend a dropper post that they would trust with their lives? I'm considering an upgrade and reading online it seems every make and model has its fans and critics. I want a reliable post first foremost! (I'm fatty at 115kg) 2nd priority is rigidity - my current stock Giant post...

First ride review: 2020 Giant Reign E+ 0 Pro with the new Yamaha based SyncDrive Pro | E-MOUNTAINBIKE Magazine Looking at the 2020 Reign, I'm seriously considering selling a kidney or perhaps even both to get my mitts on this PERFECT rig! I didn't even know 220mm rotors were a thing? Full...

Got a little carried away yesterday and now have a bent crank arm #NoRegrets It's not clear to me what replacement arms are compatible with my Giant Trance so I'm asking all you internet experts. Was looking at these: Aeffect e-Bike Crank Arm Will they fit????

Bent my crank arm yesterday so will need a replacement. I don't want the same Praxis arm so can anyone advise if all Bosch crank arms are compatible?

Bent rims! Cracked frames! Suspension blowouts! Mountain biking is a different game for those with Viking genetics or a cupcake addiction. Luckily with the booming Emtb market, big guys and gals are getting out on the trails and having a lot of fun but do face different challenges. Thought the...

Seeing the introduction of significantly lighter EMTB's (sub 20kg) is great! interested to see if the big manufacturers will get onboard by offering parallel bikes lines with less assist and battery. Will this be the new direction of innovation for EMTB? or just a sub-niche?