Magene P505 PES Base Spider Powermeter

[Tines]

The combo is significantly cheaper than buying separate.
I don’t know. I don’t really like the looks of the PES, and the weight is also a bit high. But thinking about spending 5-700USD for a decent looking combo that’s ideally 24mmdoes not make that much sense.

[TidyDinosaur]

The combo is significantly cheaper than buying separate.
I don’t know. I don’t really like the looks of the PES, and the weight is also a bit high. But thinking about spending 5-700USD for a decent looking combo that’s ideally 24mmdoes not make that much sense.

You can get a carbon Riro crank (24mm old version) for about 100 and the PM for 230. I don't see why you would get a PM you can only use on 1 crank.

[Tines]

Ah you are right.
After the VAT discounts one is close to that. Maybe even better when they replenish the discount codes.
Anyways. I already own the PES. And on another bike the CS325.
Both BB86 bikes, so can’t go for SRAM…

[Tilmanstoa5ty]

I installed the PES P505 Powermeter cranks today on my new Velobuild and took them for a first test ride on the trainer. First of all i gotta say they work flawless with the 105 Di2 derailleur.
I did a ramp test on zwift so i could compare the powermeter numbers with the numbers from the smart trainer and they were spot on. I really hope i won't get any issues with the crank coming loose as i heard about that a lot but apart from that i am really happy so far. I paid 269 us dollar on aliexpress (including chainrings) with some discount but had to pay 55€ import taxes + handling fee when they arrived at my door in germany. I think on some occasions you can get them for a little cheaper.

[Tines]

Anyone tried removing the graphics from the crankarm? Possibly acetone ?

[Tilmanstoa5ty]

Anyone tried removing the graphics from the crankarm? Possibly acetone ?

Would be really cool for a cleaner look but i am too scared to also damage the black paint underneath.

[TidyDinosaur]

Would be really cool for a cleaner look but i am too scared to also damage the black paint underneath.

Try it on the back. Maybe on a spot that is hidden behind the PM.

[reckonair]

Anyone hooked this up to a 46t riro carbon chainring? Not sure how to install as there no mounting holes in the chainring, will it be compatible? Thanks

[lavistaa]

If you want to use with the Rio,  you need to get the 1103 (I think that's the one) version compatible with 3 bolt direct mount (sram's old standard).

[johnnyboy4711]

reached out to Panda podium and they sent the updated pre load screw free of charge.
sound bunch of lads tbh!

[Tilmanstoa5ty]

What's the difference between the new and old preload screw. Is the new one just a single one and not two that are threaded together? Mine came with the latter option even tough i bought it just recently and i'm wondering if i should reach out to magene to maybe get the new one.

[SirBikealot]

What's the difference between the new and old preload screw. Is the new one just a single one and not two that are threaded together? Mine came with the latter option even tough i bought it just recently and i'm wondering if i should reach out to magene to maybe get the new one.

the new one should be the two parted one. As this is what i got as a spare for my lost one and with the new PM i bought in november.

[ChrisB]

Thanks to this thread I was able to fix a problem with my second pair of Magene 505 PES.

The first crank PM set is in use since April 2024 without issues exept for the crank getting loose on two occasions, using strong Loctite fixed the issue permanently.

I bought the second PES set some time ago but built up my new bike just recently.
After acivation and Firmware update I found that I could connect to the PM with my Garmin Edge and also Fenix watch but no Power or Cadence data is displayed when pedaling. Checking the Magene App it would calibrate but the Pedal balance would show 100% on the left Pedal.

After reading this thread I found the trick connecting power and then using a Magnet over the red LED to perform a reset, which magially fixed my issue and power and cadence is now displayed…

Thanks to all contributors

BR Chris

[kubackje]

reached out to Panda podium and they sent the updated pre load screw free of charge.
sound bunch of lads tbh!

Also got mine free of charge from geosid store on AliExpress. They just asked me to make a 1$ buy on their store so the shipping will be covered

[Avalius]

Can someone post a picture of the new preload screw?