# Scooters, Bikes, Sagways **URL:** https://community.electricforum.com/c/scooters-bikes-sagways/51.md?page=5 [Latest](https://community.electricforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.electricforum.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.electricforum.com/tags.md) **Page:** 6 --- ## [DC motor questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-motor-questions/1016)
**Author:** [@puddleglum](https://community.electricforum.com/u/puddleglum)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2008, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/dc-motor-questions/1016 "2008-11-01T22:21:14Z")
Hi, I'm new to the forum and to EVing but I'm interested in building a small electric motorcycle as a starter project and I was hoping someone here may be able to help me out. For starters, I was given a 24v series woun… --- ## [Have a few question, starting a project bike](https://community.electricforum.com/t/have-a-few-question-starting-a-project-bike/994)
**Author:** [@albonator316](https://community.electricforum.com/u/albonator316)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2008, 3:14am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/have-a-few-question-starting-a-project-bike/994 "2008-10-07T03:14:35Z")
I'm going to build a electic motorbike. But i'm confused by a few things when it come to the motors. When i look at the motors specs it has constant current 110A and then max current 200A (5sec). the max current has a ti… --- ## [36V Controller Issues](https://community.electricforum.com/t/36v-controller-issues/950)
**Author:** [@star\_moon](https://community.electricforum.com/u/star_moon)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2008, 9:43pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/36v-controller-issues/950 "2008-09-04T21:43:50Z")
Have a 36v scooter that blew the chinese controller. I have upgraded the stock 300w hub motor with a currie 1000w motor which I have received 2 defective controllers. Both put out 18v instead of 36v. I am debating on upg… --- ## [Batteries/charger](https://community.electricforum.com/t/batteries-charger/952)
**Author:** [@Mango](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Mango)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 2, 2008, 3:37pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/batteries-charger/952 "2008-09-02T15:37:05Z")
I'm building an electric bicycle with a 36V 1000w permanent magnet motor. The bike is a Giant Stiletto like this one. \[image\] I've got the motor, controller and throttle but no batteries yet. I found some 14000mAH F ce… --- ## [Enertia electric motorcycle](https://community.electricforum.com/t/enertia-electric-motorcycle/902)
**Author:** [@earth-list.com](https://community.electricforum.com/u/earth-list.com)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2008, 2:01pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/enertia-electric-motorcycle/902 "2008-08-12T14:01:09Z")
does anyone own an Enertia Electric Motorcycle....they look awesome but would love to hear consumer feedback. I think they are a little pricey, so they better perform above and beyond.... --- ## [Need help with decision](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-help-with-decision/832)
**Author:** [@all4u](https://community.electricforum.com/u/all4u)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2008, 7:42am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/need-help-with-decision/832 "2008-08-08T07:42:50Z")
I want to add an electric motor to my Diamond Back mountain bike. It has a 26 inch rim and is a 24 speed. I am 6'1 and weigh around 190 lbs. (I'm in the army so that is why I weigh so much) I live in Des Plaines, IL a… --- ## [LiFePo4](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lifepo4/867)
**Author:** [@dwilson](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dwilson)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2008, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/lifepo4/867 "2008-08-01T20:54:15Z")
I have emailed a couple of Lifepo4 battery suppliers in China and I could use some help replying to one. I inquired about a 72 volt 55 ah pack. I know that electric motorcycles require a higher discharge rate than ebik… --- ## [Upgrading a Schwinn S180](https://community.electricforum.com/t/upgrading-a-schwinn-s180/872)
**Author:** [@dviry13](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dviry13)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2008, 10:11am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/upgrading-a-schwinn-s180/872 "2008-08-01T10:11:15Z")
Hi people, got my hands on an electronic scooter - Schwinn S180. I am installing 4 batteries 12v X 12AH - either 2x2 in parallel or just as a backup pack. I am 220lbs, and with the addition of the batteries it will re… --- ## [Choosing a E-Bike Kit & Battery, Recommendations?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/choosing-a-e-bike-kit-battery-recommendations/865)
**Author:** [@billjames](https://community.electricforum.com/u/billjames)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2008, 11:59am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/choosing-a-e-bike-kit-battery-recommendations/865 "2008-07-30T11:59:53Z")
Hi, I've been looking at e-bike coversion kits, Can you guys recommend some good ones? I am NOT mechanically inclined (on a good day :slight\_smile: ) Would these kits be possible to install myself? I noticed that s… --- ## [Riding lawn mower](https://community.electricforum.com/t/riding-lawn-mower/424)
**Author:** [@greif1](https://community.electricforum.com/u/greif1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2008, 10:15am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/riding-lawn-mower/424 "2008-07-30T10:15:35Z")
has anyone converted a riding lawn mower? i would guess same setup as a car? --- ## [New guy building ElecTrike](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-guy-building-electrike/796)
**Author:** [@MikesTrikes](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MikesTrikes)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2008, 12:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/new-guy-building-electrike/796 "2008-07-25T12:06:53Z")
\[B\]Hello new guy here, I have been into motorsports all my life, had a bad crash back in 2003 and now in a wheelchair so I built a motorcycle type trike, built my own rear axle and all, well now I want to get into Electr… --- ## [VFR700 Electric Motorcycle Conversion](https://community.electricforum.com/t/vfr700-electric-motorcycle-conversion/569)
**Author:** [@frodus](https://community.electricforum.com/u/frodus)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2008, 12:06am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/vfr700-electric-motorcycle-conversion/569 "2008-07-19T00:06:07Z")
I figure its about time that I start putting my project out there. I was recently featured on Autobloggreen, and I guess I didn't think that many people were interested. Then I found this place, and ecomodder, as well as… --- ## [BugE pack voltage question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buge-pack-voltage-question/820)
**Author:** [@gregj888](https://community.electricforum.com/u/gregj888)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2008, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/buge-pack-voltage-question/820 "2008-07-14T15:38:55Z")
Hi all, Guess this is the place for BugE questions since the state says it's a scooter. Instead of the DC motor the design calls for, I'm setting mine up with a Mars BLDC motor. The Kelly site says the Mars can han… --- ## [40 euros homemade electric bike](https://community.electricforum.com/t/40-euros-homemade-electric-bike/810)
**Author:** [@rigasrigas1980](https://community.electricforum.com/u/rigasrigas1980)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2008, 11:34am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/40-euros-homemade-electric-bike/810 "2008-07-11T11:34:02Z")
hi guys, great forum, here is my first, electric bike \[ame\]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w5WkyhpnVMs\[/ame\] --- ## [My EV Yamaha built](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-ev-yamaha-built/623)
**Author:** [@lazzer408](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lazzer408)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2008, 1:31am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-ev-yamaha-built/623 "2008-07-11T01:31:08Z")
Apperently Internet explorers "\[x\]Always open link in new tab" doesn't work worth a #uck and just killed my message. So to make a long story short. I'm picking up a '92 yamaha 1200 chassis. I plan an EV conversion on i… --- ## [Brushed vs. Brushless](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brushed-vs-brushless/808)
**Author:** [@dwilson](https://community.electricforum.com/u/dwilson)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2008, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/brushed-vs-brushless/808 "2008-07-10T17:42:12Z")
I am new here so this may be a dumb question. The way I understand it is that brushless is virtually maintenance free. So what reason is there to choose a brushed motor over brushless? --- ## [72v 5000w AC system for $480 / 8000w $](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72v-5000w-ac-system-for-480-8000w/806)
**Author:** [@lazzer408](https://community.electricforum.com/u/lazzer408)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2008, 10:11am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/72v-5000w-ac-system-for-480-8000w/806 "2008-07-10T10:11:07Z")
Have you guys seen this motor? \[image\] 48.5lbs 7.48" diameter. Unite makes it and quoted me $480 and $620 for 5000 and 8000watt models respectivly for 10pcs. 5000w shown. Uses a standard 0-5v scooter throttle judg… --- ## [My electric RC mower project - question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-electric-rc-mower-project-question/804)
**Author:** [@enganear](https://community.electricforum.com/u/enganear)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2008, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-electric-rc-mower-project-question/804 "2008-07-08T18:24:55Z")
I am building an RC mower using a 36" twin blade mower deck salvaged from an old MTD riding mower. Drive will use two NPC wheelchair motors with an IBC controller and differential steering. I plan to use a series wo… --- ## [Yeah, I'm new and I have questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/yeah-im-new-and-i-have-questions/700)
**Author:** [@A\_Schmuck](https://community.electricforum.com/u/A_Schmuck)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2008, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/yeah-im-new-and-i-have-questions/700 "2008-07-03T21:06:07Z")
I have had this idea of building an electric motorcycle. Something with about twenty a mile range and top speed of 70 mph. I do not have the bike yet, but I have been collecting some parts. I have two dc motors 1. 48 v … --- ## [Regeneration and Coasting Question](https://community.electricforum.com/t/regeneration-and-coasting-question/787)
**Author:** [@flashedarling](https://community.electricforum.com/u/flashedarling)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2008, 8:42pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/regeneration-and-coasting-question/787 "2008-07-03T20:42:15Z")
I'm still new at this so I have I'm curious about how coasting and regeneration work on an electric motorcycle. I've noticed most builds directly connect the rear sprocket to the motor. Do motors typically spin freely in… --- ## [My Home Brew E-Cycle](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-home-brew-e-cycle/595)
**Author:** [@IvanB](https://community.electricforum.com/u/IvanB)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2008, 8:06pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/my-home-brew-e-cycle/595 "2008-07-02T20:06:01Z")
3 hp motor, 300 amp kelly controller and two 55 amp hr batterys.. 30 mph top speed, fast enought for bike wheels. Only draws 5 to 8 amps 20 to 25 mph.. \[image\] For more pics goto www.ivanbennett.com --- ## [Chopper build](https://community.electricforum.com/t/chopper-build/634)
**Author:** [@anderpipe](https://community.electricforum.com/u/anderpipe)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2008, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/chopper-build/634 "2008-07-02T19:16:15Z")
I am new to the whole ev world but not new to being green. My current motorcycle gets 65 miles to the gallon and I built or modified close to the whole thing. I've noticed a lack in the good looking EV choppers area and … --- ## [Axle Group ev-x7](https://community.electricforum.com/t/axle-group-ev-x7/790)
**Author:** [@AE360](https://community.electricforum.com/u/AE360)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2008, 9:35am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/axle-group-ev-x7/790 "2008-07-01T09:35:02Z")
I am not very familiar with these vehicles but I have a client who is looking for a lot of prototype vehicles that he can purchase. This being one of them. Is it available for purchase anywhere in the world? If so, how w… --- ## [Looks like I might have found my project](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looks-like-i-might-have-found-my-project/550)
**Author:** [@FEUS](https://community.electricforum.com/u/FEUS)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2008, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/looks-like-i-might-have-found-my-project/550 "2008-06-11T19:12:54Z")
\[ame\]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGTB\_uZdw0o\[/ame\] Now this is what I call a Bike! Top speed is 60 MPH. The acceleration is unmatched. The rider is often challenged by cars for a race and never been beat. 15 horse… --- ## [EV scooter questions](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev-scooter-questions/519)
**Author:** [@JosephPaul86](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JosephPaul86)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2008, 1:12pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/ev-scooter-questions/519 "2008-06-05T13:12:52Z")
hi, am just bought an EV scooter used from someone off Craigslist for $300. Here are the specs and pictures of the exact same model http://www.millennium-hk.com/scooters/X3.htm I am now 100% petrol free since I am sel… --- ## [Motors for EV Motorcycles](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motors-for-ev-motorcycles/699)
**Author:** [@BigJohnT](https://community.electricforum.com/u/BigJohnT)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2008, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/motors-for-ev-motorcycles/699 "2008-06-02T21:47:46Z")
I'm trying to determine what motors might make good candidates for converting a small motorcycle to electric. Will 36v or 48v golf cart motors/controllers work? What is a good source for them? I have a 185 dirt bike as a… --- ## [Flexible Solar skin on EV Motorcycle?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/flexible-solar-skin-on-ev-motorcycle/659)
**Author:** [@robb007](https://community.electricforum.com/u/robb007)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2008, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/flexible-solar-skin-on-ev-motorcycle/659 "2008-06-02T16:47:31Z")
I found this stuff 15.4V Operating Power, Operating Current .3 Amps, 5 Watts. If this was made into a skin on a Motorcycle would it help the range of the thing especially when parked? What kind of power is this? If fig… --- ## [Indiana Jones and the Legend of the Crystal Ebike](https://community.electricforum.com/t/indiana-jones-and-the-legend-of-the-crystal-ebike/682)
**Author:** [@ebikehub](https://community.electricforum.com/u/ebikehub)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2008, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/indiana-jones-and-the-legend-of-the-crystal-ebike/682 "2008-05-22T18:47:47Z")
Dr. Jones definitely dug up some parts for this one. http://www.ebikehub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=393 --- ## [Cvt?](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cvt/678)
**Author:** [@roverthetop](https://community.electricforum.com/u/roverthetop)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2008, 10:55am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/cvt/678 "2008-05-22T10:55:15Z")
having a limited knowledge of electricity/ their workings, wondering why no one has used a cvt? i've done several biodiesel/ svo motorcycles, and can quite probably do an electric, or hybridized, but would think that a … --- ## [El Chopper ET](https://community.electricforum.com/t/el-chopper-et/676)
**Author:** [@DarkOnyx](https://community.electricforum.com/u/DarkOnyx)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2008, 8:24am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/el-chopper-et/676 "2008-05-21T08:24:30Z")
Hi everyone, I am new here. I was talking to Paul51480 on youtube and he suggested this forum as a great place to learn about a motorcycle conversion that I am going to be starting and slowly building throughout the … [Previous page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/scooters-bikes-sagways/51.md?page=4) [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/c/scooters-bikes-sagways/51.md?page=6)