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12-27-22, 11:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,092
Posted By DrkAngel

eBikes Legalized in New York State

Governor, finally, got sick and tired of congresses' near 20 year ineptitude and executive ordered electric bikes and scooters into legality.
750w, 20mph limit.
.
"The following are essential laws...
11-07-21, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,916
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Acronyms updated.

Updated, organized and separated for easier use.

#

2WD - Two Wheel Drive
4B - BBBB - Big Buck Battery Buy
4WD - Four Wheel Drive
9C - Nine Continents

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12-12-18, 06:17 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 11,685
Posted By DrkAngel

https://www.niagaracycle.com successful...

https://www.niagaracycle.com successful transitioned to https://www.the-bikeshop.com.
The lack of notification or forwarding of web address is puzzling (blame IT contractor?).
Same location, same...
04-17-17, 04:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,070
Posted By DrkAngel

12V-99V Electric Scooter E-Bike Throttle - $12 ...

12V-99V Electric Scooter E-Bike Throttle - $12
Handy
voltage monitor
and
throttle key lock!
...
10-12-16, 08:02 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,935
Posted By DrkAngel

More ... Battery Builds ... (Recycled Laptop LiPo)

Built 3 battery "packs" recently, from recycled Lipo cells. ... http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=285519&d=1353887275&thumb=1&stc=1 ...

1. 3s20p = 11.1V (12.6V charged)...
07-03-16, 06:01 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,070
Posted By DrkAngel

Battery Level-Condition Monitor

(1s - 7s) 5 in 1 RC Li-Fe Lipo Battery Voltage Balancer Meter Discharger LCD display - ~$8

Unlike a very similar previous posting, this does have continuous metering.
IR meter function works...
02-17-16, 08:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,070
Posted By DrkAngel

Lightbulb Fuses 32VDC - 58VDC - 80VDC - 125VDC

125VDC Fuses (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=125vdc+FUSE+20a&_sop=15&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.A0.H0.X125vdc+FUSE+.TRS2&_nkw=125vdc+FUSE+&_sacat=0) are typically...
02-11-16, 08:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,070
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool J Case JCase 58V Low Profile Fuse Holder

58V Female Cartridge Fuse Holder Source???

J Case - JCase Fuse Holders
Found a few sources for J Case in-line fuse holders
Lot of 25 @ 10ga and various 8ga <$10 each

Lot of 25 J Case...
02-11-16, 05:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,070
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Fuses

32V DC Fuses
25A (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=32V+fuses+30A&_sop=15&_osacat=0&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.X32V+fuses+25A.TRS2&_nkw=32V+fuses+25A&_sacat=0)
30A...
02-09-16, 05:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool OEM Parts - Sources

OEM parts at reasonable shipping rates.
Most important!
Most items are "in stock"!

eZip Electric Bike Parts (http://www.monsterscooterparts.com/ebipa.html)
IZIP Electric Bike Parts...
02-03-16, 04:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,606
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool eZip-iZip-Currie - Parts & Such

See - eZip-iZip-Currie - Parts & Such (http://www.bikeforums.net/electric-bikes/1047317-ezip-izip-currie-parts-n-such.html)
02-03-16, 04:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Motor Sprockets

9T - 11T - 13T sprockets available , for the MY1018z, MY1016Z3, XYD-16
Sprockets (http://www.electricscooterparts.com/bicyclesprockets.html) $14.95

Same page for the 4mm key - $ .95

Shipped...
02-03-16, 03:57 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Wheel Freewheels - Direct Replacements!

16T - 18T - 20T ACS Crossfire LHS (Left Hand Screw) freewheels (http://www.staton-inc.com/store/index.php?p=catalog&mode=search&search_in=name&search_str=acs+left+freewheel&x=0&y=0) - $17.59
...
02-03-16, 03:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool 24V-36V+ Controller

Just installed a Yi-Yun YK31c 24V 500w controller on another eZip.
Decided to test voltage limits:
Worked right past 50.4V. (44.4V fully charged).
Stopped testing at 50.7V ... 50V caps!

Might...
02-03-16, 03:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Motor Sprockets

Bargain prices on 9T and 13T motor sprockets...
02-03-16, 03:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Brushes

http://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?mode=view&id=168548&sid=26b29257e6f2ef6b63e86b9b1ed1512f (https://www.motiondynamics.com.au/unite-my1018-dc-motor-200w-450w-brushes-set-of-4.html)...
02-03-16, 03:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

13 Tooth 11mm Bore Sprocket for 1/2"x1/8" Bicycle...

13 Tooth 11mm Bore Sprocket for 1/2"x1/8" Bicycle Chain
Direct replacement for oem 9T (requires 2T longer chain)
+20mph@24V w/XYD-16 motor,
++20mph@24V w/M1018z motor
+++20mph@25.9V - Larger...
02-03-16, 03:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool On\off\on Battery Switch 30A 250V Came as...

On\off\on Battery Switch 30A 250V
Came as momentary, Disassemble and remove 2 springs for eZip use
Keep level - to prevent contact movement. Must be repositioned if upset from original position....
02-03-16, 03:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Larger LHS Freewheels

Staton-inc.com has the 22T, but that is only a 10% reduction.

http://www.staton-inc.com/store/images/products/3572.jpg...
02-03-16, 03:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool OEM Parts - Sources

OEM parts at reasonable shipping rates.
Most important!
Most items are "in stock"!

eZip Electric Bike Parts (http://www.monsterscooterparts.com/ebipa.html)
IZIP Electric Bike Parts...
02-03-16, 03:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool JST-XH 2S-8S Battery Balance Board Adapter - for...

JST-XH 2S-8S Battery Balance Board Adapter - for iMax B8+ and others

http://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?mode=view&id=117955&sid=9dc8096f82839f9b30c4a9618be033a6...
02-03-16, 03:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Motor Freewheel Adapter

Freewheel adapters for the Currie gear reduction motors are now available!
13, 14 an 15T freewheel compatible!
11mm ID w/4mm keyway ... Less than $17 ! - New Link...
02-03-16, 03:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,053
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool eZip-iZip-Currie parts-n-such

I thought it would be handy to consolidate my eZip parts finds in one place.

40 Amp fuses for the RMB battery packs - 5 for $1 & shipping
Big shipping discount on multiple purchases!
Just click...
02-02-16, 09:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Schwinn Meridian = Light Transport

Schwinn as the starting point would make a better light transport than an indoor mobility device.
Wide-long track and longhorn style handle bars are too cumbersome and awkward for indoor...
02-02-16, 05:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool $100 eTrike Kit

Might have just figured my newest "best" way to mod the large trikes (Schwinn etc.) into electric assist mobility vehicles.
My1016z3 24V 350w gear reduction motor + spoke mount sprocket. (485w@33.3V...
02-02-16, 08:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool EA vs PA

Rather than a tricycle with electric assist, I am building the Schwinn Trike as an electric trike ... with pedal assist.

Yes, there is a difference!
"Electric assist" means that primary and...
02-02-16, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool vs Mobility Scooter

My consideration is towards a greater degree of independence.
Including financial.

The typical "mobility scooter" ranges in the $2000-$3000.
ETrike conversion ... well under $500!

Advantages...
02-02-16, 08:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool 15-16mph @ 24V (Alameda)

Alameda has a 20T rear freewheel sprocket, same as the eZip that the motor is designed for.
Efficiency, on this brush motor, is best in the 50 - 80% of "no load" speed (18mph), a 9 - 14+mph "sweet...
02-02-16, 08:45 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Add Freewheel

I was thinking of adding another freewheel between the brake and the pedal freewheel.

https://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?id=88915
Hmmm?
Looks like there might be enough space to...
02-02-16, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Alameda Sprocket Mount

26" Alameda Trike

Rear Axle -
Looks to be room for another freewheel!
https://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?id=88870

Chain Idler - Idler sprocket, hanging on end of bolt.

...
02-02-16, 08:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Kent Alameda as base unit?

Picked up a cheap eTrike candidate
Kent "Alameda 26" Adult Tricycle." - $149 delivered to nearest Walmart.
Click on Picture
http://i.walmartimages.com/i/p/00/01/67/51/12/0001675112600_500X500.jpg...
02-02-16, 08:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool More Speed >> Hybrid?

The Schwinn Meridian Trike appears to have a 22T rear gear. Adding an EZip 450w motor @24v will produce a, senior worthy, 14mph. Running the same motor @36v, 675w output, will produce a corner...
02-02-16, 08:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool w/reverse!

Found 24 & 36v controllers w/reverse function!
tncscooters.com & electricscooterparts.com

Should work nicely for mobility device, if freewheeling hub bypassed.
- Connect directly to axle...
02-02-16, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,055
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool eTrike Conversion - as Mobility device!

Thread copy from other forum - in progress

Of course, still in the offing is an etrike conversion. Schwinn Meredian with eZip motor added. Nice cargo space and hanging big SLA batteries below the...
02-02-16, 05:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,126
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool Gear reduction motor! MY1018Z 24V 450w output...

Gear reduction motor!
MY1018Z 24V 450w output >> 22T axle sprocket (or freewheel) ≤ 14mph
MY1016z3 ($52) 24V 350w output >> 22T axle sprocket (or freewheel) ≤ 14mph

Use with a spoke mount...
10-14-15, 04:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 18,373
Posted By DrkAngel

Lightbulb 1000w output motor@ maximum 90% efficiency will...

1000w output motor@ maximum 90% efficiency will draw a minimum of (1000w / .90 = 1111w / 48V = 23.14A)
1000 W 48 V ebike motor can draw 48V >23.14A motor input to produce 1000w motor output.
48 V...
10-14-15, 03:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 805
Posted By DrkAngel

What controller? Picture of or link to Model...

What controller?
Picture of or link to Model 74830 YongKang/Jincheng controller? or switch?
"burnt wires in the silver case", what silver case? The controller?
Blows 40A? fuses immediately or...
10-14-15, 03:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 916
Posted By DrkAngel

You are running 2 24V motors in series from a 48V...

You are running 2 24V motors in series from a 48V controller for an effective 24V each?

36V 450w motor @ 36V = Same power and speed as the 24V 450w motor @ 24V.
Replacing with 36V motors, from...
09-21-15, 06:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,106
Posted By DrkAngel

Lightbulb Important! Confirm that you are using a Li-ion...

Important! Confirm that you are using a Li-ion charger on a Li-ion battery.
Mixing types can be very damaging or dangerous!
Do not use SLA charger on Li-ion or vice versa.
29.4V is the normal...
09-20-15, 02:19 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,935
Posted By DrkAngel

Lightbulb Comparative IR as Capacity Estimate

Using Comparative IR as Capacity Estimate

With the large quantity of cells that I am testing, it seems proven out that ...

With cells of same manufacture, (age, batch etc.), and same starting...
09-20-15, 09:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,106
Posted By DrkAngel

With Lithium batteries ... Maximum charge rate...

With Lithium batteries ...
Maximum charge rate is typically listed at .5C.
So, as long as your battery pack is greater than 4Ah, 2.0Ah should be acceptable.

E.G. A 10Ah battery should be...
09-20-15, 08:49 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,935
Posted By DrkAngel

Lightbulb 1000 Laptop Cell Recycle Job

Half way into the process of evaluating a large batch of LiPo cells ... the deal for my chosen motorcycle, for electric conversion ... fell through.
So, might have some tested and rated cells...
06-14-15, 06:30 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,935
Posted By DrkAngel

I'd have to recommend high output RC Lipo only,...

I'd have to recommend high output RC Lipo only, for any copter.
Laptop LiPo - Li-ion are designed for larger capacity, which sacrifices maximum amp output.
Check out Hobbyking.com for LiPo and...
05-27-15, 08:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 7,395
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool 2013 - EZip Trailz LS - Comfort Cruiser

Perked up my 2013 eZip LS. (2200 miles - so far)
Decent "full " fenders. (Support arms required slight bend to clear motor)
Schwinn Comfort Kevlar belted tires with real tread! - Same design as...
05-17-15, 09:41 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,935
Posted By DrkAngel

Cool To BMS or To Not BMS?

With properly tested, matched and monitored cells ...
A BMS becomes more an expensive security blanket than a necessity.

Test cells

1. Eliminate self discharging cells!
Charge cells to rated...
05-02-15, 06:19 PM
Replies: 220
Views: 149,606
Posted By DrkAngel

See - Homemade Battery Packs...

See - Homemade Battery Packs (http://www.bikeforums.net/electric-bikes/862049-homemade-battery-packs-etc.html)
03-24-15, 06:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,092
Posted By DrkAngel

Took 10 days ... but comments about the NYS eBike...

Took 10 days ... but comments about the NYS eBike Bill were finally moderated and posted up.
NYS citizens! Please comment or reply to comments.
03-21-15, 07:24 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,935
Posted By DrkAngel

"New" cells does not guarantee them being of good...

"New" cells does not guarantee them being of good condition!

Especially with budget priced cells, quality control-consistent quality is often lacking.
Test thoroughly and if possible, demand...
03-17-15, 05:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,819
Posted By DrkAngel

Lightbulb 11T Mod

11T and 9T now available from USA.
Replacement key also.
electricscooterparts.com

11T Sprocket - $14.96 + shipping (https://electricscooterparts.com/bicyclesprockets.html)
03-16-15, 07:41 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 29,935
Posted By DrkAngel

Lightbulb Laptop Cells vs RC Lipo

Laptop cells are designed to be the safest possible.
RC Lipo are designed as the most volatile - capable of the most dramatic discharge-danger!

If built with optimal quality control and treated...
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