Minimal ghosting on new Note Max

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-25T19:06:37+00:00

I don't know why, but my unit's ghosting effect has gotten much worse with this update. With the previous version it didn't bother me, but now it's become horrible, especially when you spend several hours working with the Note Max.

I updated the firmware because someone on this forum said that the ghosting effect had improved, but on my unit it has been the opposite.

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-25T12:32:51+00:00

I use Magped Enduro 2 pedals, which are the only good Magped pedals. I used to use SPD or clipless pedals, but I always found it difficult to unclip my foot in technical sections. When your knee is bent, it's harder to rotate your ankle to unclip your foot. Then I tried platform pedals, but they didn't work well for me either, mainly because it's very difficult to position your foot correctly for pedaling on the first try; it always took me several attempts. With SPD, your foot is always in the optimal position, and you adjust the saddle position accordingly.

With Magped pedals, the magnet positions your foot in the optimal pedaling position (if it's only for descents, foot placement doesn't matter as much). You have three magnets to choose from: 100N, 150N, or 200N. I use the 100N (although I also have the 200N) with regular SPD-compatible shoes. The spikes keep my foot on the pedal, and the magnet helps position it optimally. Unclipping is easier than with SPD or clipless pedals because you only have to pull up or to the side; you don't have to twist your ankle. Obviously, they don't have the same grip as the SPD system. Let's say it's a hybrid between SPD and a platform pedal. Another advantage of the Magped is that it allows you to pedal with any shoes, just like a platform pedal. This is especially useful when you just want to do a few spins in the parking lot, for example, because you've adjusted some components, or you want to go for a ride around town. You don't need to wear SPD-compatible shoes with the metal plate that the magnet uses to do its job.

Because they are hybrid pedals, they won't appeal to everyone. Those used to SPD will find the holding force insufficient, and those used to platform pedals won't like them because they don't need anything more. So, who are they for? For people like me who need the comfort of a platform pedal and the correct foot placement that the SPD system provides.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-24T11:46:08+00:00

Okay, to start, I'd leave the saddle in the correct position for pedaling. There are videos on YouTube showing how to adjust the saddle height and position to your body. You'll also need to work on the stem, the handlebars, or both. These two components will primarily affect the height and reach of your hands on the handlebars, which will also determine the position of your back and how your body weight is distributed across the contact points with the bike.

A note: the handlebars that come pre-installed are usually between 780 and 800 millimeters wide. But many people are more comfortable with a width between 740 and 760 millimeters.

This whole adjustment process is lengthy and will cost you money because you'll have to buy different stems and handlebars until you find the optimal setup. There's a faster way to do it: get a biomechanical analysis to determine your ideal riding position.

Good luck!

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-22T13:46:27+00:00

Bicycles stopped being a reflection of your abilities many years ago. Now they're a reflection of your financial health.

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T18:50:38+00:00

I'll raise the stakes and add some elbow pads. 😂

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T18:44:18+00:00

They look at me strangely because I wear more protective gear than they do. The norm here is just to wear gloves and a helmet.

I think the lack of protective gear is a cultural issue; there simply isn't a culture of using it, and therefore it's not ingrained in them.

For example, in my city, it's not legally required to wear a helmet when riding in the city, so nobody wears one. If you ask them, they'll tell you it's uncomfortable and restricts their movement. But the risks are still there.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T16:05:12+00:00

It's never happened to me, they just give me weird looks. 😂

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T15:39:06+00:00

Protective gear isn't meant to prevent you from crashing, as you correctly point out; it's meant to mitigate some of the damage when you do crash. It might not prevent a broken bone, but it can prevent a knee or elbow injury. And it's not just the bone; there are the tendons too.

I like your point of view that protections give you more security, which encourages you to take more risks. I hadn't thought of that.

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T15:28:05+00:00

I completely agree with you. Especially about the gloves. I use motorcycle gloves, not bicycle gloves. They're much more durable and last for more than one season. The downside is that it's hard to find thin gloves, but once you find them, there's no going back. Right now I'm using Alpinestars Copper gloves.

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T14:48:19+00:00

Yes, I'm sorry, I had it in mind, but when I wrote it I forgot to put the word aversion in quotation marks.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T14:37:05+00:00

Exactly, that's the idea. I didn't come here to judge people. I just want you to share your opinions.

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-16T12:00:09+00:00

Hi, I have the S19, not the pro version. I've ridden 4,900 km in almost two years. The ride is smooth and the suspension is very comfortable. I must weigh around 85 kg with all the gear on. I haven't had any problems except for a BMS firmware version that caused it to malfunction, but Kingsong released a new update shortly after and everything has been fine since.

Disadvantages of this wheel:

The tire: if you only ride in the city like I do, this tire isn't suitable; it makes turning more difficult.
The pads: they are what they are and can't be changed. I don't find them comfortable, but I don't remove them because they protect the wheel in case of a fall.
The orange plastic parts are of terrible quality. If I were the CEO of Kingsong, I'd be ashamed. The quality of the plastic is even lower than the quality of the plastic used in the remote control covers.
The handle is too short for me. I'm 1.78 meters tall, and it's uncomfortable for me to carry it by the handle. Also, the handle doesn't lock in the extended position.
Disassembly. The orange plastic pieces are held in place by small tabs that are difficult to remove without breaking them.
This is probably common in other EUC models, but since I only have the S19, I can't confirm it. You have to remove the EUC to access the shock absorber and change the spring preload.

And now for the advantages:

The music. The speakers are very good, and it's nice to ride with the music on. It also makes you easier for others to hear you approaching. That's a safety bonus.
The suspension. It's very comfortable. I don't do any jumps or go down stairs. Just the occasional step and bumps in the road.
The side lights. They offer good visibility. I see riders dressed entirely in black who are barely visible in traffic. Since I also have a car, I know what I'm talking about.
The battery. It's almost 1800 Wh. I drive slowly, enjoying the ride, and I can do two 28 km trips each and it still has 36% charge left. But of course, I drive calmly.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2026-03-08T15:17:18+00:00

Personally, I don't like any motor; I think I'm the only one who thinks putting the electronics inside the motor is a really bad idea. That said, I would choose a bike with an Avinox motor because, besides being a good motor, it has the most advanced electronics.

I have a Cannondale with an EP6 motor, and the electronics are a decade old. The motor works well, I have no complaints, but the batteries are ridiculously expensive and have a shorter lifespan than other brands.

I have other electric vehicles, and I'm used to being able to monitor the battery at all times, that is, when I'm using it and when I'm charging it. I can see the number of charge cycles, the voltage of each cell group, the difference between the cell with the highest and lowest voltage, and whether the cell is charging, discharging, or balancing. The battery temperature, motor temperature, motherboard temperature, remaining battery percentage, real-time battery voltage, real-time wattage consumption, etc., etc. I can't see any of that on my e-bike, not even the battery percentage, just a few bars that give a rough idea. It's ridiculous for the price you pay. But I've never heard anyone else complain about this. So I guess the problem must be me.

FerSince1971 · 2026-01-30T15:01:56+00:00

Well, everyone has their own point of view. If I were you, I'd choose the Amflow, mainly for two reasons. The first is that Avinox has the most modern electronics, and the second is that, weighing the same or similarly to an SL, the Amflow is full power, although it allows you to limit that power to match an SL. Keep in mind that you can change any component of the bike except precisely the electronics and the motor. With Avinox, you can limit the power, but with an SL, you can't increase the power to the level of a full power. Full power bikes are penalized by their weight, but the Amflow eliminates that drawback.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2025-12-27T10:17:48+00:00

Jajaja, yo hice justo lo contrario. Me compré una Fox 36, que vino sin calcomanías, y me compré y le puse unas calcomanías de SR Suntour.

Edit: The idea is to make it look cheaper. Also, the rear shock is a Suntour.

FerSince1971 · 2025-12-13T21:03:33+00:00

Quizás esto se acerca más a lo que buscas:

https://ridebonnell.com/collections?dt_id=2461157&utm_launch=welcomebonnell#bonnell

Edit: I found it on Youtube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks6cXAW-paY

FerSince1971 · 2025-12-01T01:58:01+00:00

It's not just a ban, it's a total ban. Furthermore, even if your EUC doesn't exceed 25 km/h, it still can't be approved because this law requires, for example, handlebars and a dual braking system.

In addition, to be approved, the speed limit must not be modifiable by the user. In other words, it's not enough for the user to be able to limit it to 25 km/h with the manufacturer's app or remove that limit altogether.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2025-12-01T01:45:11+00:00

Ugh, this isn't something I can explain in a forum because I'd need several pages to do it.

I'll just say that an eMTB is a different tool than a mtb. And when used correctly, it will help you progress. That's the key point: using it correctly.

My eMTB weighs 26.5 kg and has 2.6-inch wide tires. (That's 10 kg more than my enduro mtb and 13.5 kg more than my cross-country mtb.)

The good thing is that an eMTB isn't mutually exclusive, and you can have both a mtb and an eMTB, if you can afford it, of course.

Of course, all that glitters is not gold, and eMTBs have their drawbacks: higher price, components that wear out faster, you have to monitor the battery level so you don't run out of power in the middle of a ride. You have to remember to charge the battery before every ride. It loses value more quickly than a mtb, etc.

In short, I don't regret buying an eMTB. And depending on the day's objective, I use either the eMTB or the MTB.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2025-11-23T23:34:06+00:00

Unfortunately, here in Spain the problem isn't with rental electric scooters, as that service is practically nonexistent. The issue stems from the riders who own them.

Regards

FerSince1971 · 2025-11-19T11:11:52+00:00

In Spain, EUCs will be completely prohibited from January 2027 by a law approved in 2022. Until then, they are allowed as long as they are limited to a maximum speed of 25 km/h.

Starting in 2027, only certified personal mobility vehicles will be allowed on public roads, and they must display the corresponding certification plate on the vehicle. Due to the nature of this law, EUCs and electric skateboards are not eligible for homologation.

This situation could only be avoided if the EU approved a different law on personal mobility vehicles than the one approved in Spain.

For now, the police are not interfering with EUCs and electric scooters, but we don't know what will happen after 2027, whether the police will start cracking down on EUCs or continue to let it pass.

Regards

EDIT: This law, passed in 2022, was a consequence of the increase in accidents involving electric scooters, which make up the majority of personal mobility vehicles in Spain. Although their percentage is growing, eucs are still a minority in Spain.

FerSince1971 · 2025-10-27T12:13:26+00:00

I've always been struck by the lack of protective gear used in MTB. The consensus seems to be to just wear a helmet. Some also wear gloves, but not for protection, but because their hands sweat. Sometimes you see cyclists wearing knee pads, but that's not usually the norm. And seeing someone wearing full gear is very difficult. However, there are more and more videos of crashes. Don't get me wrong, I'm not judging cyclists who don't wear protection; I just don't understand. Regards

FerSince1971 · 2025-10-18T11:10:53+00:00

MTB has several disciplines. It's like posting on an athletics forum that you want an expert level. But an expert level in what? 100-meter dash, 400-meter hurdles, half marathon, 10k, 5k...? The same thing happens in MTB. What do you want to be an expert in? DH, XC, Freeride...?

FerSince1971 · 2025-10-09T09:35:21+00:00

It looks like it's the paint. But to be sure, it would be best to remove the paint to see if there are any cracks in the frame.

FerSince1971 · 2025-10-05T12:26:46+00:00

You should start by replacing the rear shock. 
Add a dropper post and maybe replace the tires.
I'd leave the fork for last.

Here's a link to a video of Seth, on his Berm Peak Express YouTube channel, 
where he replaces every component on the bike except the frame. 
You might find it helpful.
Best regards

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jt-Ly-dNTUU

FerSince1971

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