8.
When correctly mounted, the wires coming from a brushless (RoadRunner and
Phoenix) motor will exit on the left-hand side of the bike. For Sparrow, observe
the arrow on your hub indicating direction of rotation.
9.
Before mounting the wheel on the frame, observe these two dimensions:
a. Fork
width
b. Dropout Diameter
About Fork Width
We have successfully installed hub motors on many bike frames. If you do not have front
suspension, you can use a tool as simple as a threaded stud and bolts to spread the forks.
Turn the bolts on each side evenly, switching from left to right, spreading the fork to the
necessary width. Do NOT try to bend a front suspension fork, and do NOT try to bend
aluminum! For Phoenix systems, we recommend steel forks with large dropouts, usually
found on less expensive bikes.
About Dropout Diameter
If necessary, use a die grinder to enlarge dropouts to the 9mm diameter of the axle. Any
means of filing can be employed. The fit should be snug. For Phoenix systems, we
recommend steel forks with large dropouts, usually found on less expensive bikes.
10.
Put the wheel onto the frame, making sure that the channel through which the
wires run faces downward (when the bike is upright.) This will help protect it
from rain.
The channel of the axle should face
downward to help keep water out. Make
a loop of wire that extends below the
axle so water will drop off the wire
rather than into the channel.
11.
Tighten the axle bolts with the crescent or 17mm wrench. They need to be tight
enough to prevent the motor from spinning the axle with it. Please note that
damaged caused by the bolts not being tight enough is not a manufacturing defect
and is not covered by your warranty. Please tighten the bolts!
Crystalyte Hub Motor Kit Home Assembly Guide
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