Disc brake compatible front hub motors
04-03-15, 10:16 AM
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Disc brake compatible front hub motors
Are there 500w hub motors available that take disc brake on the same hub?
I want to run a front hub motor, and uprate the front brake to disc.
Currently I have a Cell aluminium-framed mountain bike. It's an MTX-2 hardtail model with RST Kapa suspension forks, modified with handlebars that rise an extra 10cm, mudguards, rack, slightly wider seat and skinnier road tyres ( 26 x 1.9). The front forks have the early style posts for a disc caliper, where the bolt holes are parallel to the axle. I'm guessing adapters are commonly available for employing current model calipers.
All suggestions, pointers and tips appreciated.
I want to run a front hub motor, and uprate the front brake to disc.
Currently I have a Cell aluminium-framed mountain bike. It's an MTX-2 hardtail model with RST Kapa suspension forks, modified with handlebars that rise an extra 10cm, mudguards, rack, slightly wider seat and skinnier road tyres ( 26 x 1.9). The front forks have the early style posts for a disc caliper, where the bolt holes are parallel to the axle. I'm guessing adapters are commonly available for employing current model calipers.
All suggestions, pointers and tips appreciated.
04-03-15, 11:38 AM
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Never seen one. Has always seemed strange to me. More weight, more speed - and rim brakes.
Maybe they're waiting for regenerative braking to catch on?
IS mount to Post mount adapters are still readily available.
Meanwhile, best braking from a motor hub is probably with a ceramic coated rim and Magura hydraulic rim brakes.
Maybe they're waiting for regenerative braking to catch on?
IS mount to Post mount adapters are still readily available.
Meanwhile, best braking from a motor hub is probably with a ceramic coated rim and Magura hydraulic rim brakes.
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you may want to check in the electric bike section
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