![]() ![]() Removing the rear wheel on a folding ebike has some small differences. After connecting it in, do not forget to do some cable management to make sure that the cables are not just hanging out exposed. This style of plug is common on most eBikes. The cable clip has a little arrow label that must align with the arrow label on the connection port. Lastly, which is one of the most important parts, you must also plug the cable back to the connection port. Remember to put back the rubber cap cover on both sides and slide it back down over the nut. Once the wheel is in place, tighten down the bolts using the 18mm wrench. Using the 10mm wrench, slot and rotate it on the axle. ![]() Once everything else is in place, you can then put the rear wheel back into place. Before proceeding further, check again and ensure that your spacers are correct and on the right spots (the elbow spacers should be facing up if your bike is upside down). It may feel that it fits quite loosely so you will need to shimmy it around to get it into position. Check and make sure that the disc rotor is slotted into the caliper properly. If you followed our recommendation and shifted it to the lowest gear, this will be a very easy to get on. Once the spacers are slid over inside the frame, you will have to get the cable strung through the chain. The elbow washer must be facing the bottom and the cable should always be pointing out of the bottom as well (if you flipped your bike over, these should be facing up). Before placing the wheel, position back the washers accordingly with the right stack spacing. The rear axle has flat sides on either side and the 10mm wrench will slot on to that to rotate the axle around. Also, if you do have access to a bike stand,it can make this part much easier.īased on our experience, using a 10mm wrench is very critical in accomplishing this task. Once you are done servicing the rear wheel, whether that be fixing a flat or replacing it with a new one, you will have to install it back onto the bike. This can be a little more difficult, so we recommend flipping the bike upside down and have gravity assist and do the work for you. Your wheel won't spin as true and may be slightly wobbly if the washers aren't in correct. If the stack spacing is wrong, it will mess up the way the wheel sits inside the dropouts, and it will noticeably have diminished functionality. When putting the rear wheel back on, it is important that the washers are put back with the exact spacing as when you removed it. Almost all eBikes will have washers on them and they are supposed to be facing down and slot right into the dropouts. These provide the wheel with extra stability during the ride, specifically where there is a lot of torque on the wheel. We have previously mentioned the importance of the spacing of the washers. It may also be helpful to push down on the rear derailleur to give more cable slack and make it easier for the wheel to take off Washers ![]() Once the nut is removed, the wheel can slot right off. For an in depth look at this step we recommend watching our youtube video located at the beginning of the article. It is very important that you take note of the spacing of the washers and the rear axle because this is crucial for the wheel to spin properly. Using the 18mm wrench, start on the left side and remove the nut (as well as the washers) all the way off the axle. Now that the preparation work is done, you can proceed to removing the wheel. This will help when putting the rear wheel back in place as the chain will be in its furthest right position and it will be a lot easier to get on. Additionally, we recommend shifting down to the lowest gear.
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