How To Install A Thumb Throttle - Jetson Bolt Pro (Folding Electric Bike From Costco) 2021
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 มิ.ย. 2024
- In this video I show you step by step directions on how to install a thumb throttle to your Jetson Bolt Pro. I have received several requests for this video and there has been some unfortunate accidents because folks accidently twisted the current twist throttle on this bike. This modification will add safety to this bike.
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00:00 - Video Overview
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01:38 - Parts List
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My throttle broke, the casing crumbled around the bolt that holds it in place. Since there is lots of cable I am going to use the part that held the handlebar on the throttle, and my dremel, to put the cruise on the left where the start button is now. Start can move over by the gooseneck, out of the way. And now I dont risk broken fingers or carpel tunnel.
Update, FWIW: I was unable to salvage the OEM display. I might have been able to, but that would have required a longer set of handlebars.
On the bright side, I was able to splice it together right below the bars, and leave those wires available for future use.
I had to replace the grips themselves, but they matched the novelty mirrors I bought so all in all, it was the fashionable choice.
Thank you so much for your video on this! My son's Jetson had the throttle go out on him. Throttle handle just spun around. Saw your video on installing a thumb drive, ordered the part, and some wire connectors, followed your wiring diagram, and though the colors weren't an exact match on my harness, I still followed your diagram, and it worked!! Works perfect. Thank you so much!
Awesome! I am really glad it worked out for you.
Great video. I bought mine for $20!! because the person thought it was unrepairable. Me knowing nothing about this bike, I found your video and now it works perfectly! Thank you
Thank you so much for doing these Jetson Bolt Pro modification videos! I’m so glad that I found your channel and I really appreciate what you are doing for the Jetson Bolt community.
Thank you very much for your support! I love making these videos and sharing my knowledge. These videos will keep coming :)
Jetson needs to sponsor you at this point
Believe me or not, they have been very silent. They don't respond my emails or calls. I am kind of disappointed that instead of recognizing the work I am doing to provide customer support (which they should be doing), they are not even answering my queries. But, I make these videos to help my viewers out, so its all good :)
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@@johndoe-id2uh 🙏 Thank you my friend, your support really means a lot to me.
I just bought a Jetson and subsequently found your channel. You're doing a great job providing useful tips and info. Thank you. I want to mention that my bike came with the folding latch so tight that it was extremely difficult to unlatch. After some tinkering, I figured out that the latch can be adjusted by rotating the bar in the latch.
Hello, thank you very much for your kind words and thanks for sharing that tip. Many people go trough a tight latch issue, I will recommend that tip for them.
I watched your videos on taking out the battery, replacing the rear disk brake pads and rotor, and a few other videos. These are excellent teaching vids for people like me, who would otherwise be clueless about fixing problems with the Jetson Bolt. I had a lot of fun replacing brake pads and rear rotor, even though it was (for me) a complicated job. Jetson does nothing to support this bike - I cannot even get a new rear fender! - so your work in this regard is very much appreciated. Thank you!
(By the way, I purchased a set of brake pads from Amazon that turned out to be a fraction of a millemeter too big, and would not fit in the brake pad housing. My solution was to buy a Shimano disk brake caliper, which included the pads. It would make it easier, and ultimatley cheaper, for me to get replacement pads in the future.)
Didn’t originally want to do this mod, but on my way to my last final before graduating my throttle snapped. Thanks for the video, seems pretty straightforward. The OE throttle didn’t last all that long so I’m not convinced spending another $50-60 on a throttle that’s liable to snap in the same manner.
Thanks for the videos on this bike, they’re about the only thing letting me maintain it myself on a tight commute budget after we had to scrap one of our cars due to insane back-to-back maintenance costs.
Best bike video ever Shiva. My throttle broke during long bouncy ride in my boat. Bought a three wire thumb throttle on Amazon and hooked it up to the red black and blue and now works like a champ. Other wires on my harness were different colors but didn’t matter as I did not have to hook up the battery voltage wires. By the way, I hooked the thumb throttle to the right of the break leaver and cruise control. I did this by. Cutting off the grip, shortening it by the width of the throttle then putting in back with double stick tape like you use for attaching golf grips. Now have the best of both worlds. A thumb throttle and a grip that doesn’t rotate. Will not accidentally power this bike with the standard grip throttle which has caused me to flip a bike in the garage a while back. Thanks man. It is a wonder that you could figure out which wires to tap into. I’m a fan. Ron
Great detailed video to make the Jetson safer. Thanks Shiva!
Thank you!!
Thank you so much Shiva - both of my Bolt Pro throttles failed over time and while I was worried about being able to do this mod successfully, but following your directions worked perfectly. Thanks for putting in the work, and cheers from a fellow Coloradan
honestly i was super skeptical about this working but once all the wires were connected and it worked i lit up. thank you so much!
This is a well made video. Thank you for making these great videos. I wait for the new video to hide the cable, then I'll do both job at the same time. You're amazing Shiva.
Thank you very much for your support. I really appreciate it. I should have another video out on battery switch hopefully middle of next week and many more videos in the future.
Thanks so much for your videos. I needed to add extention bars so that we could sit upright while peddaling and this video help me understand how to remove the throttle and brake cable. I slipped on my boxer Bar ends and it was a game changer for us. You're the best.
I am really happy to hear that my videos have been helpful. Thanks for your feedback and support to my channel.
Thanks for the detailed information regarding this upgrade ! I look forward to your next video on the switch too 👍🏻
Thanks Ray! I appreciate the support. I am working on that video for next week.
Me and my uncle are working on it rn thank you so much, your videos have the easiest instructions
Adding a comment! LOVE your JETSON Bolt videos and the pimping on this e-bike! This video and the one about doubling your range have helped us to buy a JETSON. Thank-you!
Thank you for this, my little nephew was having a hard time riding this, and broke the throttle. So this is going to be a great fix for this, thanks again
Appreciate your time helping us all out.
Thanks Shiva for this video! I should mention, this also works with replacing a regular throttle (my stock one broke), and doesn't require the yellow wire.
I appreciate all the help with the Bolt Pro
You’ve helped me a lot
I got the idea for dual battery from you ended up using your way but with a balancer. This is next!!
Awesome start to the video. Really enjoy how you make it as easy as possible
Thanks for the heads up on changing the throttle . Very well done video.
Thank you James. I really appreciate the support.
Thank you Shiva. I bought the thumb throttle and finished installing it after several days. My Jetson Pro is the older one and the color scheme of the wires did not match yours. So I tried many ways to match it up. After hours and hours of trial an error, I finally got it to work properly. A couple of notes for novices like me. The brake cable is easy to take off, but I found it really hard to get it back on to the brake lever. Also, snaking the wire through the frame was a bit tricky, but doable. Last but not least, do not make the same mistake I did by cutting the wires for the 6 pin throttle connector too close to the connector. You will have a real hard time splicing the wires together. BTW I also used your tire replacement video to help me replace my rear tire. Thanks again.
Awesome thanks for the video. Really waiting for that controller upgrade to get some more speed. Keep up the good work!
Hi Alfredo, thanks for watching my video. I am working on the controller upgrade, hopefully soon :)
Thanks for figuring it out.
Excited to watch and learn.
Thank you very much! I really appreciate the support.
Enjoy watching your videos on the Jetson. I just bought it and find it a fun little bike.
This bike is really fun! Thank you.
I’m so happy you found how you did it 😊
Decent video. I needed it to help me and it worked perfectly.
Great video, I need to do this on my bike. Keep it up.
Hi Shiva, great videos as always. It looks like an interesting setup; I might consider trying this out later.
Thank you very much! Yes, this is a great upgrade.
Solid content my dude
Ur doing amazing bro keep up the great work!
Thank you very much bro! I really appreciate the support.
I like your instructions. Good job.
Nice detail instructions!
Just finishing doing this and it work great!!!!!!!!! Thanks for info. Keep it up.... 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Are you in the UK?
Hi Shiva, great video, keep up the good work, will be doing this to my bike soon. One suggestion is to use Wago or Lever nuts to avoid solder sleeves and allowing for more serviceability in the future. 😊
Great video. Thank you!
great video, thank you
Thanks fir the video Shiva. I will try to do this with our bike.
Thanks for your feedback!
You are awesome, keep going 💪
Thank you very much!
Very nice ideas and thank you so much to your top.Am happy to watching your video awesome
Can you do a vid on how to install a different twist throttle
Great job bro
Thank you very much for your support.
Thanks! Big help.
Good video!
Awesome job.
Thank you very much!!
Thankyou man
Thank you for the pinout, couldn't find it anywhere.
Hi, love your videos, used to install rack and bottle holder. Now ready for more challenging task. Are you aware of proximity alert sensor, to detect car in the rear ? preferred with Bluetooth that alerts me on the phone.
by far a really helpful video, so many ppl make one, but ur explain stop by step,. I'm in the market for the ancheer 500w, looks similar to the jetson, but not 500. what are your thoughts.
in some models of this bike the break is on the left, Can i switch the breaks gear to the right side of the handle bar?
I love your video
Hello! I really enjoy watching your videos. Your videos actually inspired me to buy a Jetson bike! So I’m curious if there is a hard case you can buy to protect the bike in the back of my truck? I’ve tried searched for it but nothing. I was thinking that you may know of something. Thank you for your time and great videos!
Hi Alec, thank you very much for supporting my channel by watching my videos. I don't think there is such a product unfortunately:( Perhaps a large suitcase?
Nice work bro what if im going to remove the cruise control and put only an voltmeter and a throttle?
yes i would... An i hear all about this new 750w rear hub from BAFANG do u think its better to do... not to sure plz help....an did you change your chain an back grear thak tou for all your help on these vides
Can you do a video on a ignition key for the jetson bolt pro?
Hi, my throttle grip had loosened on it's own. This video showed me how to tighten it back up. THANKS!! I think my Jetson Bolt needs a new headset. How would I replace it and where would I get the part? I've done that on regular bicycles years ago. Basically disconnect steering from fork.
Hey there Shiva great videos - can you use a 48v controller 500w connected to the battery 36v
Great video, did you see a speed level/mode connector for the stock controller? Saw some pics show "3 gear speed". If have maybe can evev add a speed controller.
Hello, thank you very much for watching my video. I don't think speed levels can be changed on the stock controller without hooking up the Bluetooth module. That would be great though.
How do you change the back tire if you get a flat?
Your like the number 1 jetson ebike ambassador 😎. Great video! I was wondering if you will make/mod ur jetson bolt pro to a 170mm crank arm at a 48t-52t ? I heard people say pedals touch the ground but its not too bad!
Hello, thank you very much for your kind words. I will consider that as my future mod. Thanks!
@@ShivaSapkota alright sounds good! Any reason you personally haven't did the mod yet ( changing the crankarm?) are you afraid of it being to hard to pedal or even losing pedal assist? NO ONE on youtube showed a video on removing and installing the 170mm crankarm so making a vid about it would be huge in help and views xD
Do you have a video on repairing the tires. We got a flat.
What are your thoughts on the stability of the handlebar/steering given small wheel? I am going to do your thumb throttle install next week and that might be a good time to address the handlebar. I saw a vid where somebody replaced the stock bar with one that was a bit longer. Would that help with stability/steering given small wheels? I saw another video where a guy actually loosened the stem (at the point it folds) and then turned the stem completely around the other way to have the grips closer to the rider (not on the Bolt Pro, but similar e-bike with folding stem). So I think I can rotate the Bolt stem. Of course in the rotating the stem approach need to re-orient the brakes.
Sadly the first throttle upgrade I ordered was a dud now my replacement came in and I got it to work..well everything except then the lcd display on the thumb throttle
Everything you’ve shown me has been spot on
I just would really like to have the lcd volt indicator for reference... if any fellow jetsoner has a solution I’d be grateful thanks
Me too having trouble with the led display
Brilliant tutorial buddy. I personally find this more dangerous. I used to have it on my scooter and it was much easier to fire that lever when you didn't want to! I got into serous trouble. I'll always stick to twist and go, for that reason. Each to their own right.
You are right about to each their own. One friend, my wife, and I all switched our ebikes from twist to thumb throttles for the same reason. It seems we all like to twist the throttle when mounting and dismounting which dangerously sends the bike shooting off uncontrolled. Each of us sustained minor injuries at least once before making the decision to switch to the thumb throttles.
coming from a motorcycling background, throttle grips are better because they allow you to properly grip the handlebars. Opposable thumbs make that possible, but if you need the thumb to operate the throttle, you're basically just holding on with your palm and a few fingers.
It's fine for smooth roads and slow speeds, but sometimes a more secure grip is warranted.
That said, it was evident who was a novice to throttle grips at a Can Am demo ride, because they would turn the throttle grip and once it started accelerating, they just grabbed it harder to try hanging on as the bike left them behind, accelerating even harder in the process in a vicious cycle 😂.
Experienced bikers will put a finger on the brake lever as a reference point for the throttle grip angle.
Hi Shiva please can you do key ignition installation for Jetson bolt pro please
Hi Shiva
I want to install a thumb throttle with a key lock one. Could you please advise which one in Amazon Canada is compatible to Jetson Bolt Pro? Please also tell me how to match colour wires of the keyed throttle wires with the Jetson Bolt Pro wires. Thank you so much!
I like the jetson pro electric bike the way it is.
Hi Shiva, my bike's accelerator handle came off.
I now have a metal spring and the handle detached from the bike. Is there a way to fix this?
Mr. Sapkota iam a huge fan and a subscriber. I can't begin to even explain how helpful your videos are...Gratitude. I have one quick and pertinent question. If one were to upgrade to both above mentioned thumb throttle & the controller upgrade mentioned in a previous video at the same time, knowing what you know, is there one that you would install before the other? 🙏
Thank you very much for all the support, I really appreciate your kind words. I would do them at the same time and instead of connecting to the original throttle, I would connect the new controller to the thumb throttle. Sometime people accidently burn their original throttle, so at least installing the thumb throttle would insure that your original stock throttle works in case you need to revert the modification. Hope this helps. Thank you.
Thank you Sir....this is the way.
Hi. I have this bike which was originaly the pegged version but i have added a crank kit ot it. Also added front brake. Bu tnow it won't start. I did originally cut in the replacement brake levers but have since reverted to original, now it won't start. Do I need to have the brake lever switches connected? What else could I look at as the cause of the problem. I tested after removing the rear wheel to ad the sprocket and all was well at that point. Is there any tests I can make on the output motor wires to see if there is power there? Kevin
Great video even though I'm not really interested in modifying my Jetson bolt its cool that you made a video to give us the options. if I could change one thing it would be to make the front heavier. lol the bolt can't handle loose gravel or pine straw I nearly crashed 3 times :D
Thank you very much. I agree, perhaps adding a second motor in the front would be a good fun upgrade (may be one day) haha :)
@@ShivaSapkota Great idea that could be a good way to solve the weight problem.
Hi Shiva, when you doing a video about more power controller or adding Bluetooth
I want to add a key switch on my bolt pro. I plan to open one of the leads going to the existing on/off switch and insert my key switch between the removed lead and the switch. My question is ,which cable or conductor, coming from the controller, do I cut into. I’ve tried to get a wiring diagram on the bolt pro but with no success. Also , it seems that most controllers are pretty generic in there wiring setup. Any help would be appreciated.
Ever thought of switching the handle bar to regular bmx bar? I’m trying to figure out the size of the quill stem. Do you by chance know the size?
Having just watched, I wonder if releasing the handlebar clamp and sliding the handlebar all the way to one side would give you enough wire length to not have to create slack in the existing handlebar wiring...
I tried that on mine and I still needed more slack, the handlebar is quite long. But, each bike might have different wire slack, so might work for some folks. Thanks for watching my video.
i definitely need to do this because my daughter was falling and was still holding the throttle, fell and broke her jaw and she's 30; it'll be advantageous for all of us: myself, daughter and grandson!
she's doing better. didn't have to get her jaw wired or anything, but had to eat stuff she didn't have to chew.
**be careful & ride on**
Hey Shiva! Can you send me the link for the chain tightening again please? My tool finally came!
Do you know where I can get a bigger crank sprocket so it won't be so hard to pedal when the battery goes dead?
I will ask my bike wheel spins lights but won't carry no one after changing the back tire lost a clip so if u know what it could be thanks
I have a question. I hooked up all the wires temporarily and tested it. Everything worked like it should. I plugged finished permanently hooking up the wires and when I plugged in the battery to test it made a click sound and it turns out I had left the unit on. Now it doesn't want to work. I'm 💯 I hooked up the wires correctly. Any ideas what could be wrong? Did I torch the controller when I unplugged the battery while it was on them plugged it back in later?
good job
Thank you very much 🙏
On the upgraded controller where did you put the voltmeter
still watching my friend.
:)
Pretty cool I'll give it a try by the way
Have you change the power button, I have one that starts but won't turn off. And a second one that starts but when I turn to the left the front light starts flashing and strops working but I turn right and it works again. Any help will be appreciated:)
Hi Shiva I love your videos I just purchased my jet son and I’m loving it I do need a wider seat can you recommend one ? Thanks Diana from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷
Hi Diana, please check amazon for wider seats. There are so many of them but I want you to be able to pick the one that fit your needs. Here is one: amzn.to/3qkJY7G
Thank you ♥️
Apologies for an unrelated question, my daughter fell from bolt pro, (she is ok) the handle is a little twisted ever since. Seems the handle is not 100 percent perpendicular to the tires/ wheels. Any idea how to fix that?
How do you install a key Ignition with voltage on a jetson bolt pro I have a 72v 40 ah battery 1500waty motor
I have a prior Jetson model with no pedals and no brake on the right side. I plan to replace the old throttle following your very detailed directions and hope the wire colors are consistent with my model. The old non robust twist throttle broke.
Hi Dave, thanks for watching my video. I believe it is the same wiring. If it is not the same when you open your controller housing, I might be able to tell you which wires to tap into. Just send me a picture to my email with close up wiring and I will try my best to help you out.
Might be same wires from the controller, but my wiring harness on the exact same bolt pro model that's he's using had different color wires going to throttle and battery indicator.
@@viernesb Thank you for the insight. I appreciate it.
@@ShivaSapkota I replaced the broken twist throttle with the thumb drive today. It was pretty easy using your wire definitions. They were exactly right and saved me lots of time. Thanks again, Dave
@@tecoloteDave I am really glad your were able to fix your throttle. Thanks for watching my videos and please reach out at anytime with any questions about this bike.
Do you happen to have a picture of the stock controller wiring plug in. I replaced my stock controller and didn’t take a good enough picture to put it in. And now my pedal assist don’t work
Hello dear Jason it's okay I'm ready to learn. 😊😊
Hi Shiva, great video! If I want to disable the throttle, which wire should i disconnect at 14:45 in the video? I want to put a toggle switch inline so that I can easily disable the throttle. Would you recommend the switch go on Power, Signal, or Ground?
I would recommend you put the toggle switch on your signal wire (blue). That way, you don't have to worry about power and ground. You can use a very simple one wire toggle switch for that. Thanks for watching my video. Let me know if you run into any issues or have questions about your upgrade.
Following this video, i did add a switch so that the throttle could just be turned off. When I opened it up, my wiring harness ended up being black with a green signal wire. Using your diagram i was able to easily find it though. Thanks!
@@viernesb Awesome, I am glad my video was helpful. Thank you for watching.
This as a great ebike for the money. Dous 20 mph. Havent had a long trip yet to test rhe battery length but nice ride
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Hi
Is it possible and correct to be connected both Thumb Throttle?
(parallel connection) ?
The throttle grip handle slid off the handle bar. How is the handle held in place, glue?
shiva donde puedo comprar el puño acelerador original para esta byke?
I bought the bike basket listed on your amazon storefront page, I can't get it around the handlebar clamp, how were you able to install it?
Hi Nick, I personally haven't installed it. This is from one of my subscribers: drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vWlyASylvrAaLTGDHQfQcIMjdFILNc_8?usp=sharing.
Will this mod work on the Jetson Haze?