Higo 3 Pin Speed Sensor Extension Cable, IP65, 2 A

The Higo 3 pin speed sensor extension cable is a passive signal lead that adds length between an existing speed sensor and its controller. It fits e-bikes, e-scooters and e-motorcycles that use the standard Higo 3 pin connector. This connector layout is one of the most common in the light electric vehicle industry, including Bafang mid-drive wiring harnesses.

Please note what this product is not. It is not a speed sensor. There is no electronics inside, no Hall sensor and no spoke magnet. The cable simply extends the distance between your existing sensor and the controller. The three contacts carry +5 V, ground and the Hall sensor signal.

The cable is rated IP65, handles up to 2 A and comes in black with flexible insulation. Because it carries a signal rather than power, 2 A leaves a very wide margin. The plug and socket pair connects between your existing sensor and the harness, so no adapters are needed.

Key Benefits

• Higo 3 pin connector – plug-and-play fit with controllers and displays that use the standard Higo 3 pin layout.
• IP65 protection rating – sealed against dust and protected from water spray and rain.
• 2 A maximum current – ample for speed sensors and other low-current signal lines.
• Flexible insulation – easy to route under the frame, along the fork or through the fender area.
• Passive construction – no electronics inside, so the Hall sensor signal is not distorted.
• Plug and socket pair – connects between the existing sensor and the harness without extra adapters.
• Black finish – visually matches standard factory wiring looms.
• Tool-free installation – the Higo connector clicks into place with no twisting or screwing.

Who Is This For?

This extension cable suits electric bicycles, electric scooters and electric motorcycles whose speed sensor uses a Higo 3 pin connector. The same connector family is often labelled Julet in the trade. Bafang mid-drive harnesses are a frequent match, so riders running Bafang speed sensors are a natural fit.

Typical use cases include moving the speed sensor to a different spot on the frame and routing the sensor connection further from the controller. Riders also use it to optimise cable paths and tidy the loom under the frame. In addition, it helps after a frame, fork or wheel swap, when the factory cable is simply too short.

The product is aimed at workshop technicians and hands-on owners. Anyone tidying signal wiring will appreciate that the cable removes tension at bends and along fork travel.

Technical Specifications

Installation

• Switch off the power and disconnect the battery.
• Insert the Higo plug until it clicks. Do not twist the connector.
• Check that the cable is not under tension at bends or along fork travel.
• Power the system back on and confirm the speed reading on the display.

Why Choose This Cable?

Instead of cutting and soldering wires, you get a factory-type connection. The Higo latch keeps the joint compressed, so vibration does not break the contact. Furthermore, the IP65 seal is maintained at the join itself.

The 2 A limit is deliberately matched to a signal circuit. A speed sensor Hall element draws only milliamps, which leaves a generous reserve. As a result, the cable does not heat up and causes no voltage drop on the +5 V line.

Black flexible insulation lets you run the cable alongside the existing loom. Consequently, you avoid dangling loops near the fork or fender. The finished job looks like original equipment rather than a repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this cable fit any Higo 3 pin speed sensor?

• Yes, provided the standard Higo 3 pin layout is used, which is the most common one on e-bikes.
• Higo 3 pin housings are made in several series, so both the connector series and the pin layout must match.
• Check before purchase which version your harness uses.

Will it work with a Bafang speed sensor?

• Yes, Bafang mid-drive harnesses commonly use the Higo 3 pin standard.
• Confirm that your sensor plug matches the Higo 3 pin series.

Is this a speed sensor itself?

• No. It is an extension cable for a speed sensor you already own.
• No electronics, Hall sensor or spoke magnet are included.

Can I use it on an e-scooter or e-motorcycle?

• Yes, it suits e-scooters and e-motorcycles with a Higo 3 pin speed sensor connector.
• The same plug and socket pair is used across all three vehicle types.

Is 2 A enough for a speed sensor?

• Yes. The Hall element draws only milliamps, so the margin is large.
• The three contacts carry +5 V, ground and the Hall signal.

Is it protected against rain?

• The cable carries an IP65 rating, so it is dust-tight and resistant to water spray and rain.
• The seal is retained at the connector join.

Do I need tools to fit it?

• No. The Higo connector clicks into place without twisting or screwing.
• Disconnect the battery first, then check the routing for tension.

Will it affect the signal quality?

• No. The cable is passive, with no electronics to distort the Hall sensor signal.

For riders relocating a speed sensor or rebuilding a loom after a frame, fork or wheel change, this Higo 3 pin extension cable is a clean, reversible solution. It keeps the factory connector standard intact, holds its IP65 seal and disappears visually into the existing black wiring.