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  1. M

    First Ride on the Bike

    Just fitted the Bafang 250 mid drive motor to my 1990's Marin and took it out for my first real ride just shy of 19 mile average speed 12.69 which was ok. What I did find out is 1st gear is out of bounds kept throwing the chain off after the fourth time I just didnt use it and was fine. Is...
  2. M

    Northumberland Newbie

    Ah cheers! that's simple enough! Do i need a gear shift sensor??
  3. M

    Northumberland Newbie

    Right I'm ready to order the the 250 watt Bafang paired with the battery in the link you shared. Couple of questons what is a gear shift sensor and do I need one and what is the difference between the C961 and C965 LCD? Cheers in advance :-)
  4. M

    Northumberland Newbie

    After stripping down the cranks to take some measurements I have a bottom bracket of 68mm width and 35mm internal diameter see attached photos. would a Bafang 250 watt motor fit straight in to this? Was a chore getting the drive side out extension bar and impact driver failed! bolting the...
  5. M

    Northumberland Newbie

    Ah cheers, I take it if I alter the current with the lead the motor wont prematurely fail. next question is battery, this seems fairly good value? any advice Ive seen similar batteries £100 more, is it better policy to pay more for better quality batteries ...
  6. M

    Northumberland Newbie

    Hi looking at fitting a Befang mid drive to an old 90's Marin Palisade trail to commute in to work over the summer months. I'm waiting for delivery of some tools to remove my cranks, bottom bracket and measure before i order. I know its 68mm wide but unsure what bottom bracket is fitted...