Front Fork Adjustment and Cleaning - Tinkering Turtle
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2024
- In this video I cover the adjustment and cleaning of the front forks on my Himiway ebike. I talk about the lock-out, pre-tension and cleaning the stanchion tubes and seals. below are the product links for the Lizard skins and Lubricant I used in the video.
Lizard Skins Fork Boot Black
amzn.to/3Pi0bGy
WPL forkboost fork lubricant and cleaner biodegradable
amzn.to/35I75x2
Himiway website:
himiwaybike.co...
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Tinkering Turtle
Your basically the only person who does maintenance videos on himiway bike. Keep up the good work. Im learning
Thanks, will do!
Tim, again, we all thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I received my Himiway Zebra on 11/13/23. it came with the new control display which is not in the owners manual. Thanks to people like you sharing your knowledge, it's much easier to learn first hand about everything we need to know about our bikes.
Glad to help
THAT was incredibly informative my friend! I did not know what the left one did. Thank you.....😁👍
Glad to help
Thanks for this video and all of your other videos as well. One tip I would add is to hold the front brake while you are compressing the forks and it will be easier to compress them. Thanks again Tim!
Great tip! Thanks for watching!
Geez thanks! That made it easier to compress them when the bike is bigger than you! Lol
You are the best Turtle Man, you seem sincere and can be trusted..refreshing..and seem like a good guy...not rude like some on social media
Thanks, I try. Glad you enjoyed the video!
Thank you, I couldn't find anything about this specific to the Himi until now.
Your welcome!
Amazon has them in stock
Hi Tim ,I just finished watching the video on front fork adjustment and cleaning....very well done .... as all of your videos are...and i have watched almost all of them , and learned a lot about my new Himiway bike. Keep up the good work...and thank you ....YOU ARE BETTER THAN THE MANUAL BY FAR.
Awesome, thank you!
Thanks ! We needed this Tim. The mystery forks and adjustments are no more !!
Thanks!
Excellent explanation of what the dials are for on top of the front forks!! There is not 1 mention of what these are in the manual that came with my bike! Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
Never really knew much had to go into maintenance forks other than the occasional wipe down. Very informative thank you I’m going to purchase both products ! 👍
Glad to help!
Thank you very much. You save me from reading that not easy to understand himiway owner's manual. Great Job
Glad it helped!
Fantastic! Best vid explaining these types of fork suspension. Thank you soooo much.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for your tutorials ...well done and instructional. I just have 15 miles on my Himiway and having fun riding and learning. Take care sir.
Glad to help! Enjoy the ride!
Hi Tim,
I had an issue with my front fork lock out. It would not release no matter what I did. So, I had to do some troubleshooting. The maintenance is a simple process. Here’s what I did. I took the cover off the front fork lock out. First you need a number 2 mm Allen wrench and take out the center bolt. Once the cover is removed, you’ll see two tiny ball bearings, be careful not to lose those. There are two springs that the ball bearing seat on. Remove those two springs with a extractor. You will need a 4 mm socket with a 1/4” drive ratchet to turn the center stud inside the shock. Loosen the stud carefully and slowly, that should relieve the tension on the locking mechanism. You can then test the locking mechanism by holding the front brake and pushing down on the front of the bike. It should be able to have movement then. If it doesn’t move, then slowly turn the center stud the opposite direction. Once the process is completed, then install the springs, ball bearings (don’t drop them), then the cover & Allen bolt. Be careful not to over tighten the Allen bolt, just nice and snug. Hopefully this will help anyone that has encountered this issue. You have my permission to use this information to make a video.
Good info, thx!
You are an invaluable resource for Himi riders! We're just now following your assembly video and it's saved us lots of frustration as the manual is so vague and incomplete as to be almost useless. Keep up the great work. You are appreciated!
Glad I could help!
1700km on my cruiser and first fork gasket replacement im doing just now. Solid bike.
Nice!
Good video. I just got my zebra bike and did not know anything about the front forks adjustment. Thanks now I know how to do it. I been watching most of your videos and they been very helpful.
I’m glad they have been helpful!
Your videos are very helpful. I like your delivery and regular guy style! Thanks.
Glad you like them!
Thank you, it was most useful.
Glad it was helpful!
Another excellent maintenance video for Himiway Bikes. Thank you very much
Your welcome!
Good stuff ! Lots of videos on preload adjustment but none gave me the confidence it made a difference, I have 7 full turns on my pre load so all set at 3.5, will see how that feels, 👍
Awesome!
I’m loving my Himiway! Major props for explaining the fork settings and lubing. The lizard skin covers are sold out but I was able to find a similar product. For those of you in the SoCal area, there’s a Santa Clarita bike trail ride coming up. Possibly on 4/3 but will know more as the date approaches.
Glad to help!
Nice video....in fact you answered my questions, thanks
Happy to help
More information then the Himiway manual! Thanks!
Your welcome!
Adjusting forks and how to keep them clean has always been a mystery to me. Thanks for the sensible info and advise. Again probably see you riding in Holland this summer. Riley park was a lot of fun. They have a 4-5 mile mountain bike loop if you want to try some "light" offroading.
I am glad it was enlightening! I have been to the Riley trails, nice area. Although my wife and I tend to the bike paths and beach destinations. lol
Enjoy the ride, I look forward to seeing you out there!
Hello I agree with Gabriel, the himiway owners manual very poor on front suspension description, in fact there is none. Thanks for the information
My pleasure.
Great video, thanks.
Glad you liked it!
Thank you, this also applies to my Ride1Up 700 too.
Cool.
Thank you
You're welcome
Thanks for the detailed video!
Very helpful 👍
Glad it was helpful!
Once again, Thanks Tim!
My pleasure!
thats good,ill do mine this way.thanks for the video very useful.
Glad it helped
Thank you very much for the reply!
Any time!
That's great info himiway should give you some kinda credits
Thanks. There is some discussion of what the right knob actually does. On mine it feels like it just clicks until it locks out. But some people are suggesting that each click reduces the travel slightly. I can’t feel that on my bikes, but maybe it’s true.
Himiway has been good to me, they donated the Escape to my channel. That gives me a whole new line of videos I can do. So I feel pretty well taken care of.
Thanks for the comment!
Never thought about cleaning and lubing the forks, just doing it now.
Excellent in depth info. went to order off of your AMZ affiliate and out of stock.
Will wait for a "re-load" also you mentioned cleaning cassette and lubing chain.
Do you have a vid on this process? Will go in to your channel and browse around.
BTW you saved me arse on that tip to put the rear wheel back on. I owe you big time.
Keep the info. coming well received here for this Hack of backyard Hack.
Thank you!
I don’t currently have a video for cleaning the chain and cassette.
I will take a look at the links later, but there are various brands of those products that you can choose from.
Your right the lizard skins are out of stock. I imagine that the will be restocked before long!
@@TinkeringTurtle Thanks a bunch, I like your Bike-Hand stand, are you still liking it?
Sorry I have been busy in the shop for my business. I haven’t had a chance to use it again yet. I will update in future videos.
Thanks so much for all the valuable info!
You are so welcome!
Nice video...thanks
Your welcome!
Nice job thanks for sharing
Your welcome. Thanks for watching!
another great video. Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
First of all, FANTATIC videos! Thanks so much! Secondly, I'm hearing from some folks online complaining about motor failure and poor customer service from Himiway. Any thoughts?
Glad to help!
As far as online complaints, I would keep in mind that the squeaky wheel does not define the cart. Himiway has sold well over ten thousand bikes...if a hundred people have issues that is still only 1%. Those people tend to post frequently online. And did they mention if Himiway took care of the problem?
Likely not, once they get it fixed they just go for a ride. My experience with Himiway support has been good. I have reached out to them with questions over a dozen times. Usually within 24-48 hrs I have a response.
In the end I haven’t heard of any customers that didn’t get their issue resolved eventually. Hope this helps.
@@TinkeringTurtle Thanks so much for that information and for replying!
Hello, excellent tutorials. would you still recommend the Himiway Cruiser? how was your shipping experience? thank you
Yes, absolutely. We ordered during the height of Covid, if I remember correctly it took 8 weeks for them to arrive. It’s much faster now. No major issues, some scuffed paint and a rivet that I replaced.
Its too cold right now here in Michigan, and the wife and I are chomping at the bit to get back out there. Before we put them up for the winter we had over 1400 miles on them. At my age and physical shape I didn’t think I would ever ride that much again. We love them!
Hi
Great video my friend very informative and well explained .
I have a question for you . I have a fat tire e-bike with similar forks to yours mine is an Engwe .
When I lock the forks there is still about an 1/8” travel .
Also when unlocked if I go over bumps like up a kerb let’s say , the forks make a clanking sound when they reach full extension. Like they’re topping out.
Do you think this is a common trait of these forks or do you think they’re faulty ?
Hope you can help me. Thanks again 👍
I honestly don’t know. I think I would contact support and get their opinion. Sorry I couldn’t be more helpful.
Hi, I have been looking at these bikes for a while. I biked a lot as a kid and have not done much since. I hate hills and I am a bigger guy. Couple questions if you wouldn't mind answering. Did this get you into or back into biking or were you a biker before? Since you are a bigger guy, any idea on how that affects range and performance on these bikes? Most of the range performance videos on these bikes have young
Hi Roger, I did have a bike before. But the mtn bike I had was 20 yrs old, and going 7 miles was my max...and it ended my movement for the day. I was pooped after. Because of that I did not ride more a than a few times each summer. So I can’t really say that I was a “biker”. It definitely got me back into biking. I got mine in August and put on 1400 miles before winter!
My wife and I got the cruiser and stepthru (which have the same battery) on longer trips we switch them at the half way point because I use more battery than her. Still, we have done 45 mile trips and still had bars left on the battery. So as a bigger guy I would guess that I could get 50 miles or better instead of the 60 miles they quote...give or take depending on how much you pedal vs throttle.
@rogerwa123 I did look at other bikes while researching ebikes. In the end the larger battery and the price point that Himiway offers won me over. For the price they seem to have a very competitive setup.
I personally would not get a bigger motor than 750 watts. Mostly because of bike laws. Most states limit their three classes of bikes to 750 watts. And it has power enough (with my help pedaling of course) to pull me up pretty steep hills. And the larger battery takes away any concerns about distance. Once I rode 45 miles and three hours I realized that is about as much as I really want to do. Other, more expensive bikes, had interesting features but I did not want to spend that much more. I paid $1349 for each bike after the $100 discount for two bikes. And after that we put $200-$300 more into them (per bike) with accessories, upgrades, etc.
Price was a major deciding factor in getting Himiway.
Anyway, I hope this helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
@@TinkeringTurtle Thanks for the response. All told this looks like the best bang for the buck. I always want more power and features but not sure it is worth $300-$400.
Very helpful what i need to know is that one side of my forks has a air nipple and I need to know how much pressure should i put in
This video is for mechanical forks. I am not certain what pressure is required or recommended for pneumatic forks. Sorry I couldn’t help. Perhaps a TH-cam search for your type of forks would find some info.
If you hold the ft brake when pushing down it will travel further,, just thought I would help...
Good tip!
Re : fork lube
How about dry lube ,? Used on chain , wont collect dirt
Thanks, great advice
From the reading I have done, I haven’t seen anybody using a dry lube on suspension. I am not sure if the residue from a dry lube would cause issues with your suspension long term. I probably wouldn’t risk it.
My pretension adjustment just keeps spinning.when turning clockwise, It does not get harder to turn and never stops turning. What would you suggest?
I don’t really have any suggestions. It sounds like there is a problem inside your fork. I would contact support for troubleshooting tips.
Great info - much appreciated - I assume it's the same for most E bikes ?!?!?! -
One correction for this video is that most people say the right knob increases fork compression each click. I had a difficult time detecting that on my bike but a lot of people have reported that.
As far as is it the same for all bikes, forks can be different. But I think for the most part it should be similar.
@@TinkeringTurtle mine (aventon aventure) is actually marked - I don't have a clue (now I do ) thanks - bike is fresh out of box and charger apparently doesn't work - I hope I didn't make a BIG mistake - thanks 👍
Tim, I own the Magicycle Ocelot Pro and can’t get the adjustment knob on the front fork to turn? It’s as if it were stuck or something! I didn’t want to use a tool on it for fear of breaking it! What do you suggest that I do! The bike is basically new, I got it in December! Thank you in advance!
I’m not certain. It is very difficult to turn regardless, (and I didn’t adjust my ocelot at all) if you don’t need to adjust it I would stay away from it. You can always reach out to Magicycle and inquire to them.
NOT related to this video....do you have a bag you recommend for the rear carrier....everything I have ordered has the secure straps too short....thanks.
Good morning Doug, I assume your referring to a pannier bag. My wife and I use the Lixada pannier bag. It has lots of space and even has fold out saddle bags. I did modify the straps so I could cinch them tighter, but for $30 it’s a pretty good deal.
I talk about it in my accessories video. (links in the description of that video)
th-cam.com/video/_0K8kiCP1Jo/w-d-xo.html
@@TinkeringTurtle How did you modify the straps?? I have been unable to cinch them up tight enough.
My wife sewed on extra Velcro to the “bare” part of the strap. Now we can cinch them very tightly.
@Charles Burnham if you watch my accessories video, at 12 min 30 sec, I show where we added the Velcro.
Here is the link to the video.
th-cam.com/video/_0K8kiCP1Jo/w-d-xo.html
@@TinkeringTurtle Thanks. Lucky you have a clever wife!
Me ....76 y.o. 325 lbs...Maui...poor old folks home. You are the best! Me 2nd Addmotor M560. Previous for some years Ebike kit. I have watched quite a few of your videos now. Much closer to what I need ....with explanations in great Midwestern language. I have wasted time on other channels. I 😎can add that when replacing back wheel advise folks that there are delicate sensors inside the pedal housing or whatever you call it. Do not rub the chain into those it’s bitsy sensors. And after changing a tire at About 50% inflation, bounce the tire for further insurance of no wrinkles. Now, I have lots of video watching and then work to do on my ebike since I’ve learned so much from. Jeez, you’re so helpful for me. Aloha
Thanks, enjoy your bike!
I’ll try to remember to mention those points in future videos!
Hello Tim, Really enjoying learning from your expertise, great videos. Himiway sent me a replacement Pac Sensor, which is hopefully going to fix my bike's error code 30. The sensor is pedal-crank mounted on the inside of the pedal. I removed the hex-screw, and learned that the pedal-arn is pressure mounted to its crank. Any ideas on how to remove the pedal arm from the bike? Sure hope to hear from you, because I've been without my bike since November.
Removing the crank arm, from what I understand, requires a special tool. If you do a search on Amazon for “crank removal tool” you will see quite a few options. Unfortunately I have not researched which one works with our Himiway’s. Hopefully this gets you looking down the right path.
Maybe post in one of the Himiway Facebook groups, perhaps someone has already figured out which one. Also, look up “Park tool” videos on crank removal. Those might help as well.
@@TinkeringTurtle Thanks Tim, I ordered one from Amazon, due tomorrow. I'll let you know of progress.
Hey Tim, the Park Tool CWP-7 worked great. Less than $20.
Nice!
I’m just wondering, what kind of lube should I use to put around the gasket? Does it matter what it is brand what type it is just wondering I’m about to do my spring cleaning on my magnum bike I cannot see exactly what lube you were using.
WPL forkboost fork lubricant and cleaner biodegradable
amzn.to/35I75x2
I'm having problems with my tail light being stuck on on my bike any suggestions on what I need to do it stays on until I remove the battery thank you for any suggestions
Sounds like you have a short James. I would guess that water got into a connector or the controller housing and is causing the issue. I would pull the controller housing off and dry or blow it out with air, then check all the connectors between there and the tail light for water intrusion. Make sure to pull the connectors straight apart, do not twist. And carefully line them up when putting them back together.
After that I would reach out to Himiway support for more troubleshooting tips.
Cannot find the lizard skins fork boots....really too bad. I was looking forward to using them...my bike maintenance mechanic will clean the forks from time to time...nice video...too bad
I think these are the same ones I used.
amzn.to/3Pi0bGy
you can check out these from another site too
carsoncitybikeshop.com/fork-boot-stanchion-protector-lizard-bk/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA0bWvBhBjEiwAtEsoW0C0eyEZsL6cUT3ehnH9HaOaVf-E--I_TJiJg_DjFmIxltI5hNZjpRoCcHkQAvD_BwE
It's it safe to start with the preload adjusting fully counterclockwise first then go clockwise until you feel where you want it? Also if you have the locking knob not fully engaged what will happen?
I would think so. As far as the locking knob there is conflicting information about that. The prevailing thought is that each click incremental limits the travel.
Tim, my front shocks squeaks when they compress. Sound like it is the metal spring inside the tubes making the noise. Is there a way to address this issue without opening the shock system.? Are you able to tell me how to disassemble the shock system so I can attempt to eliminate the squeak?
I’m sorry Mark, outside of the cleaning and lube I show in this video I haven’t taken it any further. At some point I will attempt to learn how to disassemble and lube the shocks, but I haven’t taken the time yet.
Sorry I couldn’t be more helpful.
Great, do you have a video on how to check the peddle bottom bracket ? My left peddle has a clicking noise on the up turn. Help
Sorry I don’t.
Any idea why my preload knob will not turn? It's a relatively new bike and has not seen mud, water, etc. Thank you!
I’m sorry I don’t. I know some manufacturers lock them in place, maybe Himiway changed the way they set up the forks.
I have an addmotor motan m-550 with a front suspension the manual says that this bike has travel and sag but the supplier either doesn’t know how to adjust it or won’t tell me. I watched your video and turned the left hand knob out but it still to stiff, in the manual it says that the sag should be between 15 and 30 % of total travel, on mine with me on bike I get no sag. Have you ever changed the springs? Any advice thanks in advance Ken evans
Sorry Ken, I have to admit I am still learning about the forks. It is also becoming apparent that the right knob may not just be a lockout. there may be some incremental adjustment there as well.
I have an extra set of forks I want to pull apart. When I get a chance I will do more videos on the subject.
My lock out dial springs back to where it was no matter which way I turn it. Any suggestions on how to fix that?
Sorry I don’t.
I received my cruiser with broken forks! There sending out replacement parts. How hard is it to swap out? Do I need special tools?
It depends if it comes with the steerer tube cut to size and the star nut installed or not. If it comes ready to assemble (cut down with star nut installed) then it should be relatively easy. Basically just a little more than replacing the stem.
But if it doesn’t come trimmed with the star nut installed, depending on your mechanical abilities, you may consider having a local bike shop do it. If so, ask Himiway if they will reimburse you for the cost.
Is that the stock headlight?
Yes it is.
Enjoying your videos.
Interested in obtaining a set of the lizard skins for our cruiser & step thru when we get the bikes. I was looking on Amazon for the lizard skins, but don’t know what size to get at this point.
Here’s what they list:
Small - fits circumference of 70-100mm
Medium - fits circumference of 100-125mm
Large - fits circumference of 125-140mm
Can you advise on correct size?
Thanks!
Oops was looking at wrong item…sorry.
I know they are sold out on Amazon. But I found these this morning. Looks like there are three sets left.
planetcyclery.com/lizard-skins-fork-boot-black?gclid=Cj0KCQjws-OEBhCkARIsAPhOkIYLJkwFs1kPNLO5U9wKFO-Q8gk6pcshW89tki270FABUGS8drSUcFAaAnuBEALw_wcB
Thank you for the help with the Himiways fork adjustment. My pretension lever has become loose and cannot be adjusted. It is set about like I want, and the shocks are working. The toggle on the right works. Is there a problem with the tensioner lever and/or the shock itself? Thanks in advance. Randy
Although I plan on pulling apart a set of forks down the road, I haven’t done it yet. I would assume there is a problem inside the forks on that side. But I can’t be sure until I can see how the forks work inside. I would reach out to Himiway for troubleshooting.
@@TinkeringTurtle Will do. Thank you.
Now that you've had Himiway bikes for a while, would you still recommend them? I had decided to buy two Lectric XP's and then all of a sudden I started seeing frame and handlebar post failures and backed away from getting them. I know Customer Service can be less than perfect at Himiway but how are your bikes holding up? Are they still worth buying? Do you have any reservations that the frames might break if you took a spill? Thanks!
I haven’t had any major issues with either the stepthru or cruiser. I haven’t had the escape that long and it has pretty low miles.
I have taken a spill on my cruiser, and other than some scrapes on some of the aluminum parts I didn’t have any repairs. We have around 1800 miles on each of the bikes and I am not seeing any signs of impending issues at all.
So as for now I am happy with them, we will see more as time marches on.
@@TinkeringTurtle Thanks Tim. That's what I was hoping you would say. Himiway was my first choice and then I got talked into folding bikes to take in our RV. I'm glad people started posting about the frame issues Lectric bikes are having in enough time to cancel my order. I should have just bought the Himiway to begin with. I just placed an order for two Cruisers. One regular and one step through. Now the wait begins to get them. I should have just trusted my instincts. I could be riding them by now.
Hey Tim fantastic info when it's hard to find! I have a Rize Liberty ebike, and the compression is a bit different, wish we could add pics, but is the theory the same for all shocks like this?
Also, my Rize has rear shocks, would you recommend also putting lizard skins on them?
The Rize looks pretty similar. Spring preload on the left and lock out on the right. There has been some debate about the lockout knob on my bike. Some people say that it is an adjustment as well. Each click will get progressively harder until the forks lockout. But I don’t feel much of that. Maybe it’s different on your Rize.
But I would think at this price point that most of the suspension forks will be similar in function.
As far as lizard skins, I think their a good idea to protect the stanchion tubes on all shocks if you can find something that fits. It will keep the dust and dirt off and help stop them getting scratched up.
Enjoy the ride!
@@TinkeringTurtle Yeah the right knob for compression has a dial with a meter graph on it that either gets larger or smaller, there is a slight difference in ease of compression when turned all the way to either side, but I am not able to compress the shocks as far you do on your Himiway, I think the Rize is just more rigid all around. I don't seem to see a difference when adjusting the preload though, either direction on the dial feels the same.
What are Stanton tubes? The silver part that slides in and out? SO if putting on these sleeves, they also compress with the shocks I'm guessing? Thanks for the reply!
Sorry, I spelled that wrong. The stanchion tubes are the silver tubes. This page has a good image with the parts labeled.
www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/suspension.html
The lizard skins are neoprene and flex with the suspension as it compresses. They are meant to simply keep the dirt and debris off the tubes so the metal doesn’t get scratched up over time.
@@TinkeringTurtle ah ok thanks. I found some no name skins on Amazon, lizard ones aren't available in Canada..see how they are when they arrive in a month!
HI Tim! Your videos are fantastic, but I'm having a problem finding that little down arrow which you click to see the product list. There is no arrow on the bottom right of the screen. Am I missing something?
I’m not sure how to help you. What device are you using to access TH-cam?
@@TinkeringTurtle I'm using an HP All In One new computer with Windows 10.
I show how to access the description using a laptop in this video. Fast forward to 17 min 50 sec.
th-cam.com/video/_0K8kiCP1Jo/w-d-xo.html
My front fork no longer moves up and down at all, no matter how many times I turn it to the unlocked position. Any ideas? The bike is a much different ride with that cushion missing.
I saw someone post this a while back about fixing a locked fork.
My fork was not adjusting and Himiway told me the left side was just a decoration. Another member of this group found the fix. I used a 26 mm 12 point socket to unscrew the top of the left fork and mine was stuck in the maximum setting. The knob is connected to a plastic set screw and I gently released it with a pair of pliers. Screwed the adjustment to minimum level and put back together. It now works properly. The right side adjustment just locks or unlocks the fork.
Beyond that you should contact Himiway for troubleshooting.
@@TinkeringTurtle
Thanks man!
is that lube just vegetable oil? Sure seems like it is.
Seems like vegetable oil would eventually go rancid and cause issues. I can say this stuff works well. Link to the lube on Amazon is in the description.
@@TinkeringTurtle Thanks I do have this and use it myself I was just wondering because the bottle says all natural. I know a lot of paper shredder lube is actually some type of refined vegetable oil. I may try some one day.
Tim - On that right side lock out or On adjustment why do You think it has to click as though there are multiple settings ? I didn't think it was either on or off. Why such a detailed tab if it only locks or not ? Doesn't make sense to Me. If You say it's one way or the other I'll believe You. Why all the graphics like + and - minus signs and a separate padlock symbol ?? I think there are multiple setting for the right side as well.
It is always possible that it has some adjustments. My experience, clicking one at a time, and testing it showed that I really can’t feel any significant difference in the shocks until the forks locked out. In addition to that, I watched a video done for RAD and they have a similar setup and indicated the same thing. circumstantial I know but it’s all I got. Did you test each click? What did you feel?
@@TinkeringTurtle I'm going to find a good way to do that test. It's too hard just standing beside the bike and pushing it down. I was in the beginning of a long charge today ( dropped 3 bars ) so I haven't got to the real test yet. I will come back and let You know what I find. Just so puzzling as to all the adj. symbols on that dial. Stay Safe.
Yes, I was going to ask about rebound. My forks top out hard when compressed (on dirt). Could this control rebound? Thanks
I messed with this a bit last night, it seems to me with each click it allows the fork to go further down into the tube. I wonder if its a lock out at different levels. Like click 1, goes 90% down, click 2 - 80% and so on. I am no expert so do not know if its true, but it did seem that way last night.
Hi Tim, your videos are great. So my pretension acts like it isn't hooked to anything. It turns either way really easy and never hits any kind of a stop. So would really like to see a video from you on taking the pretension side of the fork apart and what to look for. Do you have anything in the works?
Thank you for your kind comment!
I do plan on doing a video taking apart forks for extended maintenance. But that video will not be coming for a while. Your best bet is to reach out to Himiway support for troubleshooting tips.
@@TinkeringTurtle I did just before emailing you. I see their responses are 24 - 48 hours so hopefully I will hear something from them. Thanks again for what you are doing, much appreciated.
Well I contacted Himiway and after several emails back and forth, me sending a picture of the top of the left side, pre-load side, she came back this morning with and I quote "I have received your feedback, this one on the left is just decoration, only the right one has an adjustment function, please try the function on the right. Don't worry, feel free to use." It looks like my forks are different then yours, yours being chrome and my being black. Evidently they have changed what they are using for forks. On my right side I have played with the adjustment and I want to say it seems to make a difference when I turn it towards the lock out, probably just me wanting it to make a difference, and then it locks out. I kinda feel like I got the brush off from Himiway.
I just went out and looked at my Escape forks. (which are black)
And I have to admit, adjusting the left “tensioner” seemed to have no affect. While the right knob had significantly more incremental affect than my cruiser or stepthru. So there may be some validity to what their saying. Although it seems VERY odd to have a knob on the forks that doesn’t do anything...weird. By the way my left knob is still very difficult to turn and when it gets to a certain point will not turn further.
@@TinkeringTurtle A additional follow up on the pre-load adjuster on the left fork. Being somewhat a tinker as you are I couldn't accept that the knob on the top was for decoration only. I have worked on forks on motorcycles so I have went out and partially taken apart the top of the fork. I took a 12 point 26mm socket and backed (counter clock wise) out the plastic fork plug that the decorative knob turns on. Take a little weight off the front of the bike as the spring will pop out when the plastic plug is completely out and you will need this to ease assembly. What I found was the decorative knob fits into a threaded plastic piece like a pipe nipple and screws into the bottom of the plastic fork plug that I used a 26mm socket to remove. My little plastic threaded piece was completely unscrewed from the fork plug, thus nothing was happening when I turned the knob either way. Either it was not hooked up at the factory or when I first put the bike together I turned it too far (clock wise) increasing the preload and it came unscrewed. By what I see there is right at 1/2" give or take a little of adjustable pre-load. Like you said in your video there is about 5 & 1/2 turns of adjustment. If you turn the knob all the way (counter clockwise) it will stop as the threaded nipple (like a pipe nipple) bottoms out on the bottom of the large plastic fork plug. Before putting the fork back together I backed the knob counter clock wise till it bottomed out. The I turned it the 5 & 1/2 turns with no problem. So seeing how far I could turn it before it unscrewed and didn't work, just before 7 turns it came undone. It is all back together and works like it should, an easy fix to the little decorative knob. Thanks for all your videos Tim and hopes this will help some out there.
I am trying to replace the pedal arm ( a term I made up) and have reached a point where the four allen heads are off and the bigger allen head that was in the middle is off. I am having trouble because at this point it appears that the arm is pressed on. help
Hi Edric, I am assuming you mean the “crank” arm that the pedal is attached to. You will need a special tool called a “crank puller”. I did a quick search on the Facebook groups and found these mentioned by other Himiway bike owners. I have not used these, so take the info as a guide and do what you can to confirm before ordering.
This is the one that can be used for the Escape.
amzn.to/2XRMhDk
And this one was mentioned with use on the cruiser and stepthru.
amzn.to/3jMmpk6
I hope this helps!
let us know how it goes.
@@TinkeringTurtle God! thank you very much for your input. It was driving me crazy. I found the correct puller and it should be here tomorrow. Every mechanical site should have an expert. Drive safely.....Edric
I hope it goes well!
On my Escape, the pre tension just goes round and round without tightening. Any Suggestions?
I would email Himiway support. On mine it is difficult to turn.
I noticed the lizard skins are no longer available from Amazon. Any other suggestions would be appreciated!!
I am hoping they will eventually restock the listing on Amazon. But until then, the only other place to get them that I know of would be the Lizardskin website.
www.lizardskins.com/product-details?h=fork-and-stanction-neoprene-protector-black&c=bike_protection&t=suspension_protector&v=0
There is a double whammy going on at the moment, as e-bikes are very popular, and sales are high, and of course 'shipping' from Asia (or just about anywhere else in the world) is held up significantly because of Covid. Unsure if bikes are shipped here by ship or flown by airline...but both bikes and all accessories are at a crawl at the moment. I was trying to get a specific 'bike rack/carrier' and was told they where on back order (basically at all locations that sell them) and they won't start getting them in until the end of April or early May! Since it's now early March..the wait time seems excessive, but for the reasons I mentioned above.
Darn. Sold out on the lizardskin website too!
crazy shortages everywhere!
How do I find the description for this product?
Hi Jim, I showed how to find the description of a TH-cam video in my accessories video. Fast forward to 16min 30sec.
th-cam.com/video/_0K8kiCP1Jo/w-d-xo.html
But in short there is a small downward facing arrow underneath the right hand side of the video on TH-cam. click on it and the description will pop out.
Hope this helps. Let me know if you need more assistance.
Thanks so much. Love your videos.
I need to get brake pads for my bike can someone guide me in the right direction thank you
For the stock Tektro mechanical brakes you can use these:
amzn.to/2Ozbygv
@James Scovel hey I got an email notice that said you were asking about water bottle holders. I can’t find the question but I thought you might be interested in this bracket adapter for the front basket bolts. You still need to purchase bottle holders to bolt onto it, but I thought it was pretty cool.
amzn.to/3ckhimR
Amazon video
Thanks
Hi!
I need your advice, I haven't used ebike before, I just watched your videos and I got interested so now I want to order a Himiway Cruiser Fat Tire E-bike (26x4.0) but there are many different motors for example, 250W Brushless motor, 350W power motor and 750W and so on. Here in Europe they don't have the 350 power motor instead they have 250 power motor so does it make a lot of difference? Is the 250W motor Cruiser weaker and slower than the 350 motor Cruiser? I'm looking for a faster Himiway Cruiser. E-bike.himiwaybike.de/products/himiway-cruiser-black-10
I haven’t had a 250w or 350w, but for reference the 750watt is equal to 1 HP (horse power). That would make the 250watt about 1/3 HP, and the 350watt just a touch more powerful.
But a big part of that equation will be the voltage of the battery. I know that a 52v battery will give you more power than the 48v will. Depending on the battery your power levels will be more or less.
Hope this helps you some!