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 [ … ]
Hardware
Di2Center - August 16, 2019
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 [ … ]
Di2Center - May 7, 2019
Shimano just announced their brand new Gravel or GRX groupset. We won’t bore you with the generic details that you can find on any cycling website today, but we will [ … ]
Software
Di2Center - August 13, 2019
[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 [ … ]
Di2Center - April 22, 2019
Modern Di2 is basically a couple of controllers and motors that communicate with each other using the EW-SD50 wires. Shimano lets end-users configure their own Di2 systems using their e-tube [ … ]
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 [ … ]
Shimano Firmware Update – May(and March) updates
You may have noticed we skipped the March firmware update news post – that is because it wasn’t all that interesting. The list of May 2019 firmware updates is a [ … ]
Shimano announce Gravel (GRX) Di2 RX815 series. Compatibility charts updated!
Shimano just announced their brand new Gravel or GRX groupset. We won’t bore you with the generic details that you can find on any cycling website today, but we will [ … ]
Change your Di2 Wireless PassKey using the e-tube app or Windows computer
The Di2 Wireless unit and MT800/M9051 displays are great – they both allow the user to connect to the Di2 system wirelessly using Bluetooth LE to view all kinds of [ … ]
How to micro-adjust your road bike Di2 rear derailleur
Is your rear derailleur not shifting as smoothly as it should? Or maybe you’ve recently learned how to micro-adjust your front derailleur and want to know how to do the [ … ]
Micro-adjust your front derailleur while riding your bike
Installing a new Di2 front derailleur is a relatively simple task. You mount it to the frame, connect the EW-SD50 electric wire, set up your high- and low limit screws [ … ]
How to connect your Di2 system to your Windows computer
Modern Di2 is basically a couple of controllers and motors that communicate with each other using the EW-SD50 wires. Shimano lets end-users configure their own Di2 systems using their e-tube [ … ]
How to customise Synchronized Shift settings
So you’ve read about synchronized shifting and are wondering how to set it up? Read all about customising your synchro-shift settings here. You’ll need a couple of things to get [ … ]
How to view Di2 shifting statistics
So got yourself a Di2 Wireless Unit and have set up your head unit to display the currently selected gears. That’s pretty cool, we agree! What would be even better [ … ]
Update your firmware – February update!
It’s worth your while checking the Shimano e-Tube project website every once in a while to check for firmware updates. This month they have released updates for a lot of [ … ]
Synchro shift – how does it work?
When Shimano introduced the Dura-Ace R9150 series in 2016 they also released Synchro Shift. Then, a few months later, they made Synchronised Shifting available for Ultegra 6800 and Dura-Ace 9000 users. [ … ]
What do you want to know
Yes! You! What would you like to know about Di2?
Di2 Compatibility – mix Ultegra, Dura-Ace, XT and XTR!
Did you know most Di2 hardware is cross-series compatible? You can actually mix different series and even different generations of Di2 hardware, as long as you make sure you follow [ … ]
How to recover from a failed Wireless firmware update
The EW-WU111 Wireless Unit is a great piece of kit. It allows you to view Di2 information on your head unit, let your Di2 system control your head unit and [ … ]
Di2 Security Vulnerabilities investigated by GPLama
Shane Miller aka GPLama is well known for his extensive turbo trainer tests and in-depth tech content. His YouTube channel contains a lot of great content for the more tech-minded [ … ]
Hello Di2 world!
Well hello there, Di2 world! Please hang tight while we get our e-Tubes set up and our batteries charged. Over the next couple of weeks we will be adding content [ … ]