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Forum: Utility Cycling
11-11-09, 07:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,576
Posted By snowranger

The long tail accessory kit can be had for $220...

The long tail accessory kit can be had for $220 ish. Add that to $630 for $850. An X7 build kit will run $549 ish...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-22-09, 03:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,635
Posted By snowranger

Is the SRAM 3-speed constructed differently than...

Is the SRAM 3-speed constructed differently than the 5 and 7? A bunch of ebikers are starting to use these with motor chain drives.
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-25-09, 01:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,696
Posted By snowranger

Unknown Korean hardtail frame Stock longtail ...

Unknown Korean hardtail frame
Stock longtail
11 months
250 miles per month.
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-28-09, 12:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,435
Posted By snowranger

Yep clockwise. Sorry.

Yep clockwise. Sorry.
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-28-09, 09:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,435
Posted By snowranger

Your spokes are getting too loose and you need to...

Your spokes are getting too loose and you need to tighten them now before you break one. Just get a multi-size spoke wrench and make sure the size you select exactly fits the spoke nipple. Careful...
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-24-09, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,393
Posted By snowranger

If you are going to be hauling kids, it actually...

If you are going to be hauling kids, it actually is worth it. My kids are able to climb up onto the snapdeck without toppling the bike over.
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-30-09, 01:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,107
Posted By snowranger

Okay from less durable to more durable: ...

Okay from less durable to more durable:

bafang/8fun
ezee or 400 watt BMC
600 watt BMC

amped bikes geared (still under development)
1000 watt BMC (still unproven)
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-30-09, 12:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,107
Posted By snowranger

There's quite about of info about cyclone on the...

There's quite about of info about cyclone on the endless-sphere forum.

Good kit in concept, but leaves much to be desired in terms of reliability.

Positives: ability to use bike's drive...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-29-09, 10:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,246
Posted By snowranger

It's like an extra $25. Why wouldn't you?

It's like an extra $25. Why wouldn't you?
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-16-09, 09:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,379
Posted By snowranger

Self-insure. Every month, put aside what you...

Self-insure. Every month, put aside what you would have spent on insurance. In a couple years, you can buy another bike with it. Also, lock it up good.
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-14-09, 02:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,344
Posted By snowranger

Just over 2000 miles in the past 9 months. ...

Just over 2000 miles in the past 9 months. Commute is 15 miles per day. The only problem has so far been adding stronger planetary gears to the motor. The Ping LifePO4 battery is as strong as day...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-11-09, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,196
Posted By snowranger

I ride with 30 lbs in 2" tires. No bottoming out...

I ride with 30 lbs in 2" tires. No bottoming out and very cushy. There is an article out there about using balloon tires and very low pressures instead of shocks.
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-08-09, 02:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,231
Posted By snowranger

What's the right size clamp 27.2?

What's the right size clamp 27.2?
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-07-09, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,330
Posted By snowranger

Since you have a multimeter, why don't you put it...

Since you have a multimeter, why don't you put it in current measurement mode. Connect serially. The controller should not draw any amps with no throttle. At worst you blow the 9 amp fuse in the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-03-09, 10:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,330
Posted By snowranger

The fact that 2 of your phase wires melt probably...

The fact that 2 of your phase wires melt probably means you have a short somewhere. Do you have a fuse in your battery line?
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-09, 04:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,168
Posted By snowranger

With the 48 volt battery, you could also keep the...

With the 48 volt battery, you could also keep the throttle light or limit current with a cycle analyst to increase range. I'd rather have the option to go slower later on rather than not having the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-20-09, 10:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,168
Posted By snowranger

If you think 48 volts is too much, a lot of the...

If you think 48 volts is too much, a lot of the guys at ES are running theirs at 72 (with appropriate controller).

How about getting two 36 10 ah and running them in parallel for range and in...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-19-09, 09:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,790
Posted By snowranger

Biketrailershop has the 700C kit with footsies...

Biketrailershop has the 700C kit with footsies and magic carpet with free shipping.

<!-- 365 -->700c Xtracycle Kit - w/Setup Options 700c Xtracycle Kit - w/Setup Options
- Kit Options &...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-18-09, 02:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,482
Posted By snowranger

Here you go. They also have fronts too. ...

Here you go. They also have fronts too.

http://holmeshobbies.com/product.php?productid=230&cat=20&page=1
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-18-09, 12:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,482
Posted By snowranger

bafang geared motor (20") very light - $300 ...

bafang geared motor (20") very light - $300
infineon 48 v controller $70
hall throttle $15
freewheel if rear hub $20
lifepo4 48V 10ah from ping, ecity power,headway around $400 or so
wires and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-12-09, 01:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,191
Posted By snowranger

You can get a bafang geared motor for around $300.

You can get a bafang geared motor for around $300.
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-05-09, 04:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,074
Posted By snowranger

An aluminum mountain bike frame should be...

An aluminum mountain bike frame should be stronger than an aluminum road bike frame, so don't be too spooked on that issue. I think the Xtracycle accessories are very useful.
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-05-09, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,039
Posted By snowranger

The dropouts on suspension forks are usually...

The dropouts on suspension forks are usually aluminum, too soft for the axle torque. At least use a torque arm or better yet get a steel fork and torque arm.

The positive with front hubs is ease...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-05-09, 10:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,231
Posted By snowranger

Interesting. Doesn't the freeloader already hold...

Interesting. Doesn't the freeloader already hold the V-rack down or maybe you guys are using the adventure rack? I have the 2007 version so it may be different.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-29-09, 05:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,687
Posted By snowranger

Good choice. Then you can limit down your amps...

Good choice. Then you can limit down your amps too.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-29-09, 02:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,687
Posted By snowranger

Try something like this. It's not really a DMM. ...

Try something like this. It's not really a DMM.
http://www.powerwerx.com/product.asp?ProdID=3809

Cheaper on ebay as well. You keep it on the handlebars and measure amp-hours used as well as...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-29-09, 10:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,687
Posted By snowranger

Why don't you invest in a watts up meter for $50...

Why don't you invest in a watts up meter for $50 to find out what the true capacity of your battery is and how much you are burning up per mile? It's good to have one regardless.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-28-09, 12:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,687
Posted By snowranger

There's something wrong with your battery. A...

There's something wrong with your battery. A 7-mile round trip should only use 4ah or so.

The ping 48 20 ah battery will go 45 miles easily.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-27-09, 12:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Posted By snowranger

The bionx is anything but inexpensive. I...

The bionx is anything but inexpensive.

I have ridden both the SM and the BMC geared hub motor. Both of these will give you more torque than the bionx or other direct drive hubs in general.
...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-24-09, 11:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 16,394
Posted By snowranger

The snap deck is wide enough to carry a pizza...

The snap deck is wide enough to carry a pizza horizontally. Just use some bungee straps but don't crush the box.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-24-09, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,472
Posted By snowranger

Not to knock Bionx, but there are systems out...

Not to knock Bionx, but there are systems out there more suited to heavily-loaded cargo bikes, i.e. stoke monkey or the like or a geared hub motor.
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-22-09, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,517
Posted By snowranger

Funny. Kickback and longloaders on the...

Funny.

Kickback and longloaders on the way. I was thinking about diy, but too lazy this time.

Anyone use their setup to haul windsurfing gear about 9 feet long?
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-21-09, 04:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,517
Posted By snowranger

Thanks. Crackerdog convinced me to spring for...

Thanks. Crackerdog convinced me to spring for the kickback.
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-21-09, 12:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,517
Posted By snowranger

Xtracycle DIY kickstand

I am sure that this has been discussed ad nauseum, but I'd like to run a DIY idea by folks.

I'd like to use one of those hebie-like bipod stands. The mounting plate would be a simple steel plate...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-20-09, 02:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,469
Posted By snowranger

What's the deal with that one on ebay? It keeps...

What's the deal with that one on ebay? It keeps coming up and either fails to sell or the Seller pulls it.
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-15-09, 04:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,753
Posted By snowranger

Hmmm... Does the wideloader and centerstand come...

Hmmm... Does the wideloader and centerstand come with the surly build?
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-15-09, 01:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,753
Posted By snowranger

Thumbs up Big Dummy full build or frame?

Without doing the numbers, does anyone know if the 1500 difference between frame only and full build is a good deal?
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-14-09, 11:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,258
Posted By snowranger

Just search on headway on ES, and find posts from...

Just search on headway on ES, and find posts from Victoria. Just PM her. Someone just bought a 36 V 20ah from them for $600 something. Don't know much about PSI.
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-14-09, 07:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,258
Posted By snowranger

500 watts / 38 volts /10 ah = 1.3C rate. That's...

500 watts / 38 volts /10 ah = 1.3C rate. That's in line with the low end LifePO4, not to say that this is inadequate or anything. 500-700 watts is what your system will use. Just don't take it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-14-09, 02:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,258
Posted By snowranger

Before buying anything, go to the endless-sphere...

Before buying anything, go to the endless-sphere forum. They have loads of information on who has the good batteries and who the good and bad sellers are. You will save yourself much grief and...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-13-09, 10:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,599
Posted By snowranger

Something like this DC-DC converter will...

Something like this DC-DC converter will definitely work. Cheap too at $10. Not my listing, but I bought two of these in the past. It will work with an 18-72 volt main battery.
...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-13-09, 08:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,599
Posted By snowranger

You can probably save those DLGs and use after...

You can probably save those DLGs and use after market li ion RC batteries.
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-13-09, 02:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,599
Posted By snowranger

You might think about consolidating your power...

You might think about consolidating your power needs for the motor, dlg lights, and horn. You can use a DC-DC converter to tap your main battery for the DLG's and electric horn's 12 volts. ...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-12-09, 08:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,168
Posted By snowranger

I tried the SM this past week. The chain drive...

I tried the SM this past week. The chain drive system made it very nice to pedal up the hills, and the big hub is very quiet. The power range (700 watt peak) is just about right for a system that...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-22-09, 10:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,309
Posted By snowranger

I bought a used xtracyle with generic mountain...

I bought a used xtracyle with generic mountain bike off craigslist this past summer. It has been perfect for me and my two kids (ages 3 and 6). We weigh 140, 25, and 35, and I haul a couple bags of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-13-09, 03:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,794
Posted By snowranger

"What other ebike will go 30+ miles at a decent...

"What other ebike will go 30+ miles at a decent clip and allow you to ride hard off road (or just up curbs and down stairs) without worrying about destroying it?"

There are a lot of bikes on...
Forum: Utility Cycling
02-19-09, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,106
Posted By snowranger

My solution was to get rid of the Brooks saddle. ...

My solution was to get rid of the Brooks saddle. It was uncomfortable for me any way. I don't cover my plastic seat but use rain paints. The xtracyle deck is already covered with closed-cell foam...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-17-09, 09:24 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,594
Posted By snowranger

I bought this for $20 US and attached it to my...

I bought this for $20 US and attached it to my v-brake mounts. 132 dB. I haven't dared use it yet.

http://i19.ebayimg.com/02/i/001/28/8b/cea9_1.JPG
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-17-09, 01:39 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,594
Posted By snowranger

I saw a web page that said 6 volts at 3 amps...

I saw a web page that said 6 volts at 3 amps would give 105 db. Look down in the page.

http://www.wolo-mfg.com/indust.htm

That would be fine with your battery.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-09-09, 11:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,177
Posted By snowranger

I got two hitron dc converters for like $20. ...

I got two hitron dc converters for like $20. They're 18 to 72 volt input with output voltages at 3,6, and 12 volts. Combined 60 watts. I am driving a dinotte tail-light, homemade P7 headlight, and...
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