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Hi All Does anybody know what the import tax would be on an electric bicycle motor? Do I pay VAT on the motor after import tax? Thanks

Thanks once again Droo! Plenty of info here to try prior to stripping and rebuilding the lever. Think I would rather purchase another lever? Thank you.

Gooday All I have Shimano SLX 7000 brakes on m bike and the front brake lever does not want to release properly. The pads are away from the disk so there is no drag there. I have also bled the brake but it does not make a difference. Any suggestions please?

Yes, I always use inner soles. Mostly I use the Specialised ones with the adjustable insole but they can be expensive. I use bigger shoes than I normally use and put inner soles inside, this works for me over several days of cycling.

All the best. Keep us informed.

Same thing with me, same leg. Had to drive 150kms after the "Race" and then climb three flights of stairs. Took three days for medical to come to the party. Should have gone to your Doc as I walk like a crayfish now.

I am currently using the 9 sp Sunrace 11-40 but it it is not as good as the Chinese 11-42's I have been using. Half the price of the big brands and last virtually the same time ....in my case anyway.

Ball in hip bust off the femur, plated and plates removed. Very lucky to be able to still ride. Unable to walk a km but ride 100's kms. No load bearing.....

Tried them both. No response.

HI All I have recently had to replace a new controller for my mid-drive "500W" Bafang motor. This thing is overpowering and haywire. I would like to have it turned down for distance and not speed. Who does this locally? The problems are: Highly sensitive and motor comes on full power without peddling, even when stopped. Very dangerous indeed. Can reach speed of 60kms hour Distance on battery is halved and gear changes are rough as there is no run-off. Something is going to give? Does not switch of when stopping peddling (Eg, at a stopstreet or opening entrance gate at home) No slow speed Tried the supplier but they do not answer phone, mail or messages.. Is this something I can do myself if I get the cable and program? Thanks.

Plenty rides there. More than most. Speak to Arno at the bike shop. He knows more than most. I am sure he will chime in here. Very lekker place to ride, even alone.

Still no communication from the bike shop. Took three days to uplift the motor from Postnet. Awaiting report back but it would seem they have nothin g to say? Avoiding the issue I think as they charged for 500W and sent 350W

@ouzo and love2fly .Thanks ChrisF The serial number shows a different number to what it should be. Manufacturers confirm this (it was them who told me) and the number was for a smaller motor than what I purchased. Local supplier says the factory overseas cocked up so they changed the casing locally. Don't want to mention the bike shop because they have my motor, loom and display including my deposit on repair. Very expensive repair so far.

Gooday All Is there anyway of checking the size of my supplied ebike motor? I am under the suspicion I have perhaps been undersupplied motor wise but do not know how to check what the wattage rating is. Appreciate any help?

I would certainly never ride the M4! Certainly not at this time of the year. Early morning is worse than at night. I know there are guys and clubs that ride this route but not for me....never again. In saying that, there is a route inland from Riverside to Umhlanga and then you can ride the beachfront, if you can manage to fit in between the crowds.