Updating Di2 firmware is a relatively easy process. It usually can be done at home using the SM-BCR2 charger. However, this process can fail and when it does, your component [ … ]
Hardware
Terry@Di2Center - May 5, 2020
I usually do not write news posts, but this week there is actually quite a lot of Di2 related news.. Not only have a couple of new products been released [ … ]
Terry@Di2Center - September 26, 2019
If you own a recent Road or Gravel Di2 bike you will have noticed each shifter is equipped with three buttons: the two shift buttons and an extra button on [ … ]
Software
Terry@Di2Center - May 21, 2020
Updating Di2 firmware is a relatively easy process. It usually can be done at home using the SM-BCR2 charger. However, this process can fail and when it does, your component [ … ]
Terry@Di2Center - March 4, 2020
Do you know how to update Di2 firmware? Have you ever updated your bike’s firmware or software before? In this post I’ll explain how you can check for firmware updates [ … ]
Corrupting and restoring firmware and new product roundup
I usually do not write news posts, but this week there is actually quite a lot of Di2 related news.. Not only have a couple of new products been released [ … ]
Micro-adjust your derailleurs using a Windows computer – no shift levers required
To most of us fine-tuning our rear derailleurs using shift levers (MTB) makes sense. It is fast, easy and you do not have to start up a computer every time [ … ]
SRAM launches AXS Web – and it works with Di2!
Yep, it says SRAM right there in the title. Don’t worry though, this post is about Di2, I haven’t suddenly turned this into a SRAM website. Read on to find out [ … ]
Learn how to update your Di2 component firmware
Do you know how to update Di2 firmware? Have you ever updated your bike’s firmware or software before? In this post I’ll explain how you can check for firmware updates [ … ]
Learn how to use the Shimano documentation
Shimano Di2 manuals, documentation and compatibility information can be a bit hard to find. While we’ve written about compatibility before, we haven’t actually explained where you can find this – [ … ]
Can’t shift to smallest sprockets when in small ring? Adjust Gear Position Control
Over the past couple of months we have received multiple messages from users unable to shift into the smallest sprockets (sometimes cogs). Most users are concerned that their new Di2 [ … ]
How to troubleshoot Di2 battery drain issues
A well tuned Di2 system is a joy to ride. It shifts effortlessly and lets you focus on riding the bike. Most riders can go for about 2000-3000 km without [ … ]
Backup and restore your bike settings using e-tube presets
Shimano’s e-Tube project software allows you to read your bike’s settings and store them to a file. This can be useful when you’re replacing broken components, when experimenting with settings [ … ]
Send us your questions for Shimano, installation guides section
Have you ever had a Di2 problem or question you could not solve? And one that we could not help you with either? Now is your chance to get that [ … ]
e-Tube app updated – iOS 13 e-Tube compatibility issues resolved
A few weeks ago we wrote a post about iOS 13 – e-Tube compatibility issues. Word that iOS 13 and the e-Tube app didn’t play nice together also reached Shimano [ … ]
How to enable the buttons on your shifter hoods
If you own a recent Road or Gravel Di2 bike you will have noticed each shifter is equipped with three buttons: the two shift buttons and an extra button on [ … ]
News update: GRX Di2 first rides, firmware and iOS 13 and e-Tube compatibility
We don’t post a lot of news – our main content is guides, tips and tricks. Every once in a while there is news worth sharing though and today is [ … ]
Wireless Unit / Information Display – why get one
You may have been reading our posts on the Wireless Unit or Information Display and wondered whether or not to buy one. After all, it’s an optional component, costs about [ … ]
How to use the Android or iOS e-Tube project app to set up synchronized shifting
If you own the Di2 Wireless Unit (EW-WU111) or a mountain bike with the XT or XTR Information Display then you have no doubt played around with the Android or [ … ]
Di2 for Dummies – beginner’s guide to Di2
When you buy a Di2 bike it generally does not come with a Di2 manual. And even when it does it is usually horribly outdated or full of information you [ … ]
Building a bike – cable routing, how to connect it all
If you’re building a new Di2-equipped bike there are a couple of things you’ll need to decide. We’ve already published a post on what components are available and how to [ … ]
e-Tube project download. Previously: e-Tube has stopped working: how to get it running
[Update 2:] While Shimano have taken version 3.4.4 offline, the download link still points to the deleted file meaning it is impossible to download the software. Fortunately the old link [ … ]
Building a Di2 bike – what parts do you need?
Building a new bike is a lot of fun, but can also be a bit of a challenge. How do you decide which Di2 components to buy? And which wires? [ … ]
How to adjust your mountain bike Di2 rear derailleur
A short while ago we wrote a post on how to micro-adjust your road di2 rear derailleur and front derailleur. This time we’ll explain how to do the same with [ … ]