Controller
Summary A controller is the electronic control unit that manages how an electric bicycle motor delivers power. Acting as the […]
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Auto Shift
Summary Auto Shift is an electronically controlled shifting function that automatically selects gears based on riding conditions rather than direct
Free Shift
Summary Free Shift is an electronically assisted shifting function that allows a bicycle to change gears while the rider is
Brake Fade
Summary Brake fade is the temporary reduction or loss of braking effectiveness caused by excessive heat buildup within the braking
Shimano Di2
Summary Shimano Di2 is an electronically controlled bicycle drivetrain system that replaces mechanical shift cables with digital communication and electric
Shimano E-Tube Project
Summary Shimano E-Tube Project is a software platform used to configure, customize, and update Shimano electronic bicycle systems. It allows
Brake Modulation
Summary Brake modulation describes the rider’s ability to precisely control braking force between full engagement and complete release. Rather than
Mechanical Disc Brake
Summary A mechanical disc brake is a bicycle braking system that uses a steel cable to actuate a caliper, pressing
Hydraulic Disc Brake
Summary A hydraulic disc brake is a sealed bicycle braking system that uses incompressible fluid to transfer force from the
Evolution of Disc Brakes
Summary Disc brakes are a bicycle braking system that use calipers and rotors to generate stopping force at the wheel
Idler Pulley
Summary An idler pulley is a drivetrain component used in high-pivot full-suspension mountain bikes to reroute the chain and mitigate
High Pivot Suspension
Summary High pivot suspension refers to a rear suspension layout in which the main pivot is placed significantly higher than