Buying just the BBS HD controller

[Tip1]

Hiya,

I bought a BBS HD last year and didn't get around to fitting it.

I intend to fit it this year but the version I have is the version without the gear sensor cable / light output.

I have read that I can just replace the older controller with a newer one, does anyone know where in the UK I may be able to buy one from?

I have tried Eclipse and Dillinger.

Thanks

Ricky

 

[Deleted member 4366]

Don't buy it for the light connector, which is pretty useless for lights. The gear sensor can be fitted to one of the brake connectors, as you don't need two.

 

[CrIMiN8l]

Are the gear sensors worth it? I mean most importantly 'Do they work as they should'?

 

[Deleted member 4366]

Are the gear sensors worth it? I mean most importantly 'Do they work as they should'?

They're a lot better than not having one. yes, they are worth it, especially if it saves you the cost of a broken derailleur.

 

[CrIMiN8l]

Thanks d8veh. Will pick 1 up this evening..
Just wasent sure as when I had a rear wheel motor with no brake cut outs..! I bought an inline brake cut out switch (ebay) - it malfunctioned and only lasted a week just and totaly cut my motor.

 

[Hobble]

I have been riding my HD without a gear sensor for quite some time now. It's easy to get used to "clutch" it, i.e. lightly apply the left (=rear) brake lever while changing the gear without even thinking about it. I actually rode a non-assisted bike at the weekend and caught myself clutching that too so it's actually difficult to get rid of the reflex once you get used to it.