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Forum: Electric Bikes
12-25-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

In the spirit of Christmas, let me try to explain...

In the spirit of Christmas, let me try to explain it to you without telling the whole 6 year saga. Shareroller was the 1st version. Reviewed independently. Then the developer came back to create a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-25-20, 09:44 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By 2old

For my part I've been enjoying Linberl's reports...

For my part I've been enjoying Linberl's reports since the beginning. The comments have always seemed well reasoned to me, although as an off road enthusiast (don't want to be a hood ornament which...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-25-20, 07:56 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By Pop N Wood

Sorry if I took your thread off the rails. Just...

Sorry if I took your thread off the rails. Just trying to understand, questions come out harsh on the net, I seem to be particularly bad about that.

But what the onemotor guy is saying just isn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-20, 05:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By oneclick

Too much messy work, and the possibility of paint...

Too much messy work, and the possibility of paint discolouration.

Arrange the frame so the offending spot is horizontal, make a dam of Plasticine around your spot, and put a teaspoon or so of your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-20, 12:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By SalsaShark

Naval Jelly, Clearcoat, Ride

Naval Jelly, Clearcoat, Ride
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-20, 11:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

I've been on this forum a long time, since 2014,...

I've been on this forum a long time, since 2014, unlike you who have been here a minute. You've no business talking about anyone else's credibility. Btw, had you done further research you would have...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-20, 08:36 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

First of all, you ARE missing something. Reading...

First of all, you ARE missing something. Reading skills. Go back and read what i wrote. You will see how I use my motor and get 20 miles off it. Yes, that was a battery wh; hadn't enough coffee when...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By bulgie

Another option, ignore it and just ride. In 10...

Another option, ignore it and just ride.
In 10 or 20 years, if you still like the bike enough to pay for a respray, deal with it then.

Those of you who wash their bikes should stop reading here. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 07:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By francophile

Examples of what WGB posted about here, showing...

Examples of what WGB posted about here, showing how to properly wrap so it won't dry out, plus the extremely effective results: https://www.bikeforums.net/18433369-post29.html

However, with a chip...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 07:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By iab

I'd scrape off the rust using an x-acto knife. ...

I'd scrape off the rust using an x-acto knife. Should take a good 5 minutes. And then there are 50 ways to protect the "bare" spot.

Definitely one of the least significant"problems" I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 06:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By Mr. 66

I think I would clean the spot, the rust is...

I think I would clean the spot, the rust is almost nothing, and like 1980, I would put a banana sticker over it and Bob's your uncle!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By merziac

They have gel now, a bit slow to work but if you...

They have gel now, a bit slow to work but if you reapply to keep it wet, it will work.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-20, 02:37 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

My system is 4.5lbs inclusive of everything. so...

My system is 4.5lbs inclusive of everything. so Yes, it's a big difference. And my max speed is 28mph (not that I'd do that) and it has plenty of torque to fly up steep S.F. graded hills. Ymmv,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 02:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By WGB

Clean tubing above the scrape so tape will stick....

Clean tubing above the scrape so tape will stick.
Soak a clean piece of small cloth or paper towel with Evaporust. Should be really soaked.
Wrap Evaporust rag around tubing tightly.
Wrap saran...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-20, 10:48 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

The way I use my OneMotor is I turn the main...

The way I use my OneMotor is I turn the main battery button on at the start of the ride, then I use the button on the handlebar controller to "pause" the system. When I do that, nothing is touching...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-20, 10:37 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

I guess we're going to have to disagree. I have...

I guess we're going to have to disagree. I have a 19 lb bike and a 4.5lb motorized system and a 130wh motor and I easily do rides of 20 miles and FOR MY NEEDS that's perfect. I don't want nor do I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 10:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,469
Posted By plonz

Multiple ways you could approach this. I would...

Multiple ways you could approach this. I would use a scratch pen to remove the rust down to the metal, apply primer and top coat. I’d use a small brush or dabber to apply the primer and paint. If...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-20, 08:05 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By 2old

I built a sub 35 pound e-MTB with a 10 (or so)...

I built a sub 35 pound e-MTB with a 10 (or so) pound BBS02 and 3.5 pound Luna 52V, 6ah battery, GT Zaskar frame, Ritchie carbon fork and some pretty blingy parts that I had from years of weight...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-24-20, 12:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By Doc_Wui

There are plenty of inexpensive ebikes thses...

There are plenty of inexpensive ebikes thses days, but they're not light. Think around 50 pounds.

I've converted a number of existing bikes to electric. A small 250W-350W motor is under 5 pounds....
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-20, 03:34 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By ephemere

There's also the Luna Stealth for $1750, a little...

There's also the Luna Stealth for $1750, a little heavier than the above but still light by e-bike standards, and definitely stealthier than the others I mentioned, although probably not geared...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-20, 03:20 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By ephemere

One of the best deals I've seen on an e-bike was...

One of the best deals I've seen on an e-bike was someone who bought a 2020 BMC Alpenchallenge AMP City One new for $2100. Relatively light (17 kg), solid mid-drive motor (Shimano E6100), big battery...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-20, 02:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

That's true but for users who are only drawing...

That's true but for users who are only drawing significant power for short lengths of time (quick hill climbs) AND riding bikes under 20lbs, the size of battery needed can be smaller. You definitely...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-20, 12:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By ARider2

asalt, if you tell us your approximate budget as...

asalt, if you tell us your approximate budget as well as a weight range you are seeking we can give you some suggestions. Just as important is knowing your intended use for the bike and estimate for...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By 2old

linberl, Amen, some of us like to pedal.

linberl, Amen, some of us like to pedal.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-20, 10:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

Anything light and cheap will also be low power -...

Anything light and cheap will also be low power - disagree. Anything cheap,yes. But you can get light and power if you pay for it. My OneMotor goes 28mph (not that I would go that fast, I'm totally a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-20, 10:35 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By linberl

Maybe OP has to take it up stairs? I do...so...

Maybe OP has to take it up stairs? I do...so adding a 4.5lb OneMotor to my bikes was the perfect solution for me. Made my bike less than 24lbs motorized, and something I can carry up stairs to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-21-20, 10:31 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By 2old

Last time I looked the Vivax assist (four pounds...

Last time I looked the Vivax assist (four pounds total AIR) was $2,000 - $3000. There are some friction drives that are relatively light and fairly inexpensive. Perhaps the owners will respond.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-21-20, 10:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,706
Posted By Leisesturm

What's the joke ... you can have it light or you...

What's the joke ... you can have it light or you can have it cheap but you can't have it light AND cheap. Those cheat bikes with the stealth motors cost the moon and nearby planets. You might be...
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