E-bike tuning - for e-bikes/pedelecs with GIANT SYNCDRIVE motors
THE GIANT SYNCDRIVE SERIES
YAMAHA/GIANT - After the SyndDrive Core mid-motor, three further models followed which are installed in the e-bikes and pedelecs from GIANT: Pro, Life and Sport. The drives are designed for different riding styles and are just as suitable for use in the city as they are for e-mountain bike rides through the mountains.
THE GIANT MOTORS OF THE SYNCDRIVE SERIES
GIANT SYNCDRIVE PRO
The drive is based on the YAMAHA PW-X mid-mounted motor and has been tuned for even more power off-road. The SyncDrive Pro is installed in high-performance e-bikes from GIANT.
Year of manufacture: 2017
Torque: 80 Nm
Five riding modes: Eco, Basic, Active, Sport, Power
With push assistance
Support up to 25 km/h
GIANT SYNCDRIVE SPORT
Ideal for trekking or touring e-bikes and pedelecs, because even from a standstill the SyncDrive Sport offers 80% of its maximum torque.
Year of manufacture: 2017
Torque: 70 Nm
Five riding modes: Eco, Eco+, Normal, Sport, Sport+
With push assistance
Support up to 25 km/h
GIANT SYNCDRIVE LIFE
The drive for e-bikes and pedelecs in city traffic. Ideal for commuters and short distances, but thanks to the decent torque, there's no need to fear any inclines.
Year of manufacture: 2017
Torque: 60 Nm
Three riding modes: Eco, Normal, Sport
With push assistance
Assistance up to 25 km/h
THESE MANUFACTURERS OFFER TUNING FOR THE SYNCDRIVE SERIES
VOLSPEED
TLI Elektronik GmbH from Ehekirchen in Bavaria offers state-of-the-art tuning modules for GIANT SyncDrive motors under the label "VOLspeed". These modules do not require a PC or smartphone, all settings can be made via the various displays. Another special feature is the "dynamic mode", which softens the so-called "wall effect".
SPEEDBOX
The manufacturer from the Czech Republic has gained experience with the production of tuning chips since 2014. Its modules are installed directly on the engine and are suitable for all YAMAHA engines.
BADASS
E-bike and pedelec tuning from Lower Franconia. The so-called Badass Box is not installed on the motor, but simply attached from the outside and works with many mid-range motors of the GIANT SyncDrive series.
PEARTUNE
The Czech manufacturer builds tuning modules for the motors of many well-known manufacturers. They feature clever functions such as a chip lock or the "Still On" mode, which are also available for some YAMAHA motors.
WHAT TUNING VARIANTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE GIANT SYNCDRIVE?
At SIP Scootershop we offer the following tuning modules for the GIANT SyncDrive motors:
BOXES
These small boxes are plugged onto the sensor of the bike or pedelec and now this tool halves the transmitted speed, doubling the motor support. It is a wireless device that can be removed again in no time. The manufacturer Badass is the market leader here.
TUNING MODULES
These small boxes contain a chip, are installed invisibly under the engine cover and clamped between the sensor and the control unit. The module can even be switched on or off via the display while driving. The latest modules, such as the Speedbox B, also have integrated app control via Bluetooth. The control and also the reading of the motor data can be done with the smartphone. However, tools are required for installation and removal. In the following, we will go into more detail about these modules.
The motors are controlled by a speed pulse that tells them how fast a pedelec or e-bike is travelling. If the pulse reaches 25 km/h, the motor switches off. However, if only every second signal of the impulse comes through, 50 km/h can be reached, because the motor is "fooled" into thinking it is travelling at a different speed. With cheap modules, the speedometer then simply displays half the speed.
More sophisticated chips are more advanced: they halve the impulse only from 23 km/h or, in some drives, they are directly connected to the data transmission between sensor and motor, so that the speedometer always shows the correct values. The most modern tuning modules, for example from VOLspeed or Speedbox, even display the total kilometres driven and average speeds correctly.
However, the software version of the bike and pedelec must also be kept in mind. A carelessly installed update from the manufacturer can abruptly end the tuning pleasure. Be careful, because the motor manufacturers and tuning experts are constantly playing a cat-and-mouse game.
Want to know more about e-bike tuning?
Here you will find all the information you need on the subject: Finding the right tuning module
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
It should be noted that the operation of this type of modified electric bicycle on public roads may be against the law in some countries. The dealer accepts no responsibility for any damage caused by the use of tuning products. Electric bicycles equipped with tuning products must not be used on public roads, cycle paths and squares. Electric bicycles equipped with tuning products may only be used on private property and at your own risk.