What if you added a continuously variable transmission? Would that allow you to use fewer batteries or allow you to run on 72 volts instead of 96? I guess I'm feeling there may be a better way to go than using a single sprocket and no other gear ratios. . .
@rottingpig5 Cooks batteries if too much current applied.
1st charger used was wired to split battery bank into two parallel banks. This charger had an output voltage of 48V. It was a better unit, however failed. Was not due to load, rather cooling fans failed and heat destroyed it. Original charge socket is that plug on left side.
2nd charger used applied voltage to single bank at 96V and was mounted on the vehicle as seen in video.
@Anothercoilgun we could have done better. Biggest problem was calibration using a resistive load bank and 200A DC supply. Had plans to use the guts of an industrial amp meter but other more pressing matters got in the way.
Why wait? I ride electric for the peppy acceleration, the smooth ride and the science-fictiony sound the motor makes (EVs aren't totally silent, just close)
It's not that I don't care about the environment but to be honest, electric vehicles are just cool as hell.
It required rewiring of existing loom to remove redundant cables and adaptation of controls for new functions. Instrument panel also required modification. This was at 12V.
There were two levels of higher voltage wring systems, high current drive and control system. This was at 96V
A 3rd wiring system was required to interface the 12V to 96V. This was to isolated 96V control functions from the existing switches on handle bars and charge the 12V battery.
technically, EV bikes have no cubic centimetre measure of volume since they have no combustion engine. This makes this bike a bit of a gray area in terms of the law (I think). I'm sure that the government has rectified these gray areas now, especially with pocket bikes and home brew mopeds..
New ones look much heavier. May have more capacity/range, but voltage is still the same and ramp up speed was limited by settings on the controller. Ramp up [acceleration] was set for rational use requirements and reserving battery capacity to provide a longer range. So, go hard = drain fast. Can't have it both ways. Heavier batteries = higher load. Weight is the enemy.
Great video, just the right about of technical to non technical knowledge for my tastes.
Eletromanisme 5 months ago
What if you added a continuously variable transmission? Would that allow you to use fewer batteries or allow you to run on 72 volts instead of 96? I guess I'm feeling there may be a better way to go than using a single sprocket and no other gear ratios. . .
platinumplusenter 9 months ago
@rottingpig5 Cooks batteries if too much current applied.
1st charger used was wired to split battery bank into two parallel banks. This charger had an output voltage of 48V. It was a better unit, however failed. Was not due to load, rather cooling fans failed and heat destroyed it. Original charge socket is that plug on left side.
2nd charger used applied voltage to single bank at 96V and was mounted on the vehicle as seen in video.
Reproducer100 11 months ago
the batterys will charge faster if you charge to the batterys direct not through the speedcontrol about 2as fast.
MrJetjoe 1 year ago
@MrJetjoe They never did charge via motor controller.
Reproducer100 11 months ago
Nice bike but please get a decent meter.
Anothercoilgun 1 year ago
@Anothercoilgun we could have done better. Biggest problem was calibration using a resistive load bank and 200A DC supply. Had plans to use the guts of an industrial amp meter but other more pressing matters got in the way.
Reproducer100 11 months ago
Good job, mate! It's nice to know that I have the option of converting to electric if the oil companies keep raising the price of oil/fuel.
Peace, from Las Vegas!
RepublicanDumbAss 2 years ago
Why wait? I ride electric for the peppy acceleration, the smooth ride and the science-fictiony sound the motor makes (EVs aren't totally silent, just close)
It's not that I don't care about the environment but to be honest, electric vehicles are just cool as hell.
Zamboro 2 years ago
lot of thought went into this
HydroSonic88 2 years ago
@HydroSonic88 Yes, and time.
It required rewiring of existing loom to remove redundant cables and adaptation of controls for new functions. Instrument panel also required modification. This was at 12V.
There were two levels of higher voltage wring systems, high current drive and control system. This was at 96V
A 3rd wiring system was required to interface the 12V to 96V. This was to isolated 96V control functions from the existing switches on handle bars and charge the 12V battery.
Reproducer100 11 months ago
Pretty cool can you drive it on the street yet? I mean with licensing being in order and all that/?
ejshultz 2 years ago
technically, EV bikes have no cubic centimetre measure of volume since they have no combustion engine. This makes this bike a bit of a gray area in terms of the law (I think). I'm sure that the government has rectified these gray areas now, especially with pocket bikes and home brew mopeds..
LOLDISNEYLAND 2 years ago
@LOLDISNEYLAND the output rating of the motor determined 'class' by NSW RTA standards.
Reproducer100 11 months ago
damn! 5/5 STARS!! =D GREAT WORK
ZeroKenshin 2 years ago
what a wonderful world thanks to to YOUTUBE.
damn, scott did it and YOU share it with us all.
this is forever-quality and inspirational for the future.
Thanks, guys!!!
r.
ampdavolts 2 years ago
Egg is gonig to FLY on this thing when he puts the new batteries in it!!!
makinnoizemedia 2 years ago
You know it! >:)
evmotorcycle 2 years ago
@makinnoizemedia Hmmmmmmm ... why faster?
New ones look much heavier. May have more capacity/range, but voltage is still the same and ramp up speed was limited by settings on the controller. Ramp up [acceleration] was set for rational use requirements and reserving battery capacity to provide a longer range. So, go hard = drain fast. Can't have it both ways. Heavier batteries = higher load. Weight is the enemy.
Reproducer100 11 months ago
dude, awesome, he inspired me to do mine!!!
frodus17 2 years ago
@frodus17 Lessons learned here. Would do next one differently to get rid of the most problematic thing on this project... that rotten chain drive.
Reproducer100 11 months ago