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Charging my 48v ebike ? | 24 comments (24 topical, editorial)
Re: Charging my 48v ebike ? (3.00 / 0) (#22)
by spinningmagnets (velmis1450bc(at)aol(dot)com) on Sun Aug 17th, 2008 at 12:34:18 PM MST
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There are many existing systems that are sold in the US with a "label" stating 750 Watts, but thats at a stated 36 volts. The construction clearly shows they are capable of using 48-72 Volts which would equal 30%-100% more power.

If you're not driving in an unsafe way to draw attention, you should never be stopped and questioned by any authorities. Even if stopped, most police would not know about Ohms law or how to measure it (if a volt meter was even available)

A 1,000 Watt motor could even have a 750W label.

To me the big benefit of the E-bike is when you reach an uphill, no sweat, and no slow-down. Plus accelerating away from a daydreaming car driver (oopsies! did I break your bike and crush your leg? I am SOOOOO sorry).

I'm working towards a stealth set-up with a rear hub-motor and saddle-bags to hide it.

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Re: Charging my 48v ebike ? (3.00 / 0) (#23)
by snowcrow on Sun Aug 17th, 2008 at 03:16:46 PM MST
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  Hi spinningmagnets, That setup does work great :>!!   I've been riding for a month with the that same setup and as long as you're peddling, no one gives you a second glance.   I like to accelerate up inclines "no peddle", once in a while, just to see the puzzled look on peoples faces ;) Blessings, Snow Crow

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Charging my 48v ebike ? | 24 comments (24 topical, 0 editorial)

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