Gear Shift Sensors 

What are gear shift sensors? 

These are a set of sensors that cut the motor power when you shift between gears on your bicycle. 

Is it needed for my CYC kit? 

No, it's completely up to preference. 

Does CYC sell gear shift sensors? 

No, we only supply brake sensors. Gear sensors from gearsensor.com have been verified to be compatible with all X-Series Controllers. 

*you can send the customer the 1-4 wiring harness diagram for reference: 

What do CYC kits need to be able to install them? 

1-4 wiring harness and enabling the brake sensor function on the CYC Ride Control app.

Why is it good for e-bikes? 

Gear shift sensors are good to have as they help protect your bike's drivetrain components. However, it is not a necessity.

Recommendation 

The Gear sensor from gearsensor.com has been tested and verified to work with all kits that have X-series controllers, including Photon. You will simply need to enable the brake sensor toggle on the app along with the 1t4 wiring harness.

***The model GS only***

Additional reference: 

For ASI Controllers, Magura MT5e's are special e-bike brakes that have built-in gear shift sensors and brake sensors. There are two types of these sets. CYC motors need the "Higo-closer" type. These are a very popular choice. However, they are not verified to work with X-Series Controllers yet. 

Where to buy them: https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/magura-mt5e-higo-closer-e-mtb-disc-brake/rp-prod156181  

Magura MT5e E-Bike Scheibenbremse für Bafang und CYC  

Important: 

Apart from the recommended gear shift sensors, other third-party gear shift sensors and brake sensors (I.e. sensors not provided by us directly) are not advised to be used with X-Series Controllers. They may be compatible but it has not been tested internally by CYC. You may attempt this at your own risk as CYC will not warranty any issues as a result.