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I had this problem too. There are actually 2 different e-motor apps and one will connect but do nothing. You want this one: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/emotor/id1126260534?mt=8 I use I phone but I think they have an android version also. The password to connect to Cyclone drive is...

That makes sense now, I forgot you are doing the swingarm mount. I have a little over 800 miles now on the Rohloff tensioner (Cyclone 3000W) and no issues at all. I did have to machine down the inside of the derailleur cage to accept a wider chain though.

Elegant solution Mike. Mine is decidedly less elegant, I moved the axle all the way forward, and machined a spacer that goes behind the axle secured by the pinch bolt. So of course I have no adjustment for the chain tension, that is handled via the Rohloff chain tensioner. I am curious if...

Mark-z.....appears it's a 10mm shaft. The cutting head is held on with a set screw and a "dimple" in the shaft. I think the biggest challenge for you making your own rig is holding the spoke at exactly the right position in relation to the cutting head. The Hozan does have some adjustment...

Nuggets - Nice custom parts!....I really like them!

It worked great for me! I attached a cordless electric drill to it instead of the crank handle and that really saves some time - but you do have to let the tool cool down about every 5 spokes or so. What I did - was cut the spokes first pass, then tighten the mandrel up a bit and cut a second...

No, just one. It works both directions so to speak. In one direction it's a very short motor cutout, and the other way its about 1.5 seconds I would say. So actually depending on what direction you install it you can adjust the power delay. In my case, I installed it on the "upper" Rohloff...

Not to hijack your thread, but I'm trying out a Rohloff IGH and so far it's working flawlessly. Shifts are crisp and positive. I only have about 120 miles on it right now but no issues yet. It's combined with a Cyclone mid drive. Also I incorporated the Gear Sensor with it because it would...

Additionally Ziva at Qulbix has stated, if you ask nicely, she can have their Swingarm made in 135mm sent out individually or with your frame purchase. Standard Rohloff is 135mm. Wow that's good info on the 135! That could solve many problems if one doesn't want a hub motor. Kind of wishing...

Thanks Dingus, all great ideas. I like the idea of rotation to adjust the chain the best, and I think the whole setup would also require a new "top" mount where you snug the motor up to the downtube, instead of this ridiculous hose clamp it comes with. Right now, on my Raptor project I'm using...

Thanks Robo - Not sure what it would cost this early. Once I get my Raptor project finished I'll take a look at this (along with the left side reinforcement). Plus I'll have to find a suitable donor bike for prototyping it. Seems awhile back you tried to get Cyclone to produce some...

What if someone (me???) designed a two piece adjustable bracket that allowed the motor to slide and adjust chain tension without the need for a tensioner?

Great question on the chain direction (I hadn't even considered it). Next time I have mine off I'll turn it around just to see if it behaves/sounds any different. Also, I don't use lube on my chains, I wax dip them - so this may help a bit as far as accumulated debris. But you are correct...

Dingus, actually that link was Robocam's. There is no suggested direction. One thing to keep in mind with the "closed top" chain is it doesn't flex backwards at all. It's meant for a fixie/single speed with no tensioner since it can't wrap around. Link to mine (from Amazon)...