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Forum: Electric Bikes
10-06-09, 10:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,164
Posted By borland

There was a TidalForce M750 stolen from a...

There was a TidalForce M750 stolen from a shopping center near me. Unfortunately it wasn't locked to something stationary. The security camera showed someone picking it up and loading on a car's...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-23-09, 09:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,506
Posted By borland

I have a couple questions: 1. When will...

I have a couple questions:

1. When will they support a BionX users forum?

2. I have noticed a firmware bug in version 2.7 that causes the controller to lockup (system crash) every 150 miles...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-14-09, 03:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,462
Posted By borland

No warranty and ..... Orders that have not...

No warranty and .....

Orders that have not been shipped may be refunded for a 15% restocking fee.
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-06-09, 08:15 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,419
Posted By borland

You forget, the regenerative bike is faster and...

You forget, the regenerative bike is faster and lighter, making it to the top of the hill first, leaving the non-regenerative bike with heavy battery far behind. So the rider has a much deserved...
Forum: Electric Bikes
02-06-09, 06:54 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,419
Posted By borland

pluses.. - For power assist configuration,...

pluses..

- For power assist configuration, the regenerative braking also captures some human effort that is expended going up hill. Not all, because of efficency losses.

- regenerative...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-30-09, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,334
Posted By borland

Could be your not following the manufacturer's...

Could be your not following the manufacturer's poorly written instructions. All Lithium ion batteries must be charged by a special sequence of events or program in order to prevent damage to the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-29-08, 09:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 20,501
Posted By borland

A 36-Volt battery should display at least 41.0...

A 36-Volt battery should display at least 41.0 volts, which indicates a fully charged battery. My six month old BL350 shows a full charge of 41.5 volts.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-29-08, 08:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 20,501
Posted By borland

The charger is microprocessor based, so you need...

The charger is microprocessor based, so you need to initialize the charger by turning the charger's ON-OFF switch to the OFF position before connecting it to the battery. When you turn the switch ON,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-18-08, 08:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,482
Posted By borland

Customized 7-Speed 12-21T Freewheel

I just built a custom freewheel with 12,13,14,15,17,19, 21 sprockets. This should be great for my high speed pedal assisted BionX hybrid road bike.

Last summer, when I built my high speed BionX...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-22-08, 11:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,284
Posted By borland

If the rear wheel completely locks up, there is...

If the rear wheel completely locks up, there is no regenerative effect. The rear wheel has to turn in order for the motor to act as a generator and recharge the battery.

You loose traction in...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-21-08, 11:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,284
Posted By borland

What recumelectric means, is he is applying the...

What recumelectric means, is he is applying the rear brake handle just enough to activate the BionX magnetic switch, but not enough to contact the rear brake pads. That's exactly what I do on my...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-23-08, 07:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,509
Posted By borland

Marty, Thanks for the review. It would...

Marty,

Thanks for the review. It would have been nice if you had only installed one tire, so you could compare the difference with the same road conditions.

Do you think the tires will...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-16-08, 09:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,068
Posted By borland

I'm not sure what your describing, but on my bike...

I'm not sure what your describing, but on my bike with an oval frame, I had to remove the cable from the bracket to be able to carve out enough space for the cable. I used a course file to do this.
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-08-08, 01:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 949
Posted By borland

First you need to find your cadance rate. That...

First you need to find your cadance rate. That varies with age, weight, height, etc. Then you can use a the calculator at Harris web site to find the appropriate gearing for bike.
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-01-08, 01:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By borland

The stem savers convert the hole to presta only. ...

The stem savers convert the hole to presta only. They are just a pair of bushings that acts to reduce the hole size to permit only the presta valve.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-30-08, 09:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

I've only put 170 miles on the bike, but so far...

I've only put 170 miles on the bike, but so far the brakes work great. The rim sides are machined for improved braking ability.

It takes getting used to, but the regenerative braking is nice. I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-30-08, 09:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By borland

You can install presta tubes in shrader holes,...

You can install presta tubes in shrader holes, but much better to install a pair of Wheel Master alloy stem savers.. The wider 700C rims can be drilled to accomodate shrader valve stems without...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-27-08, 11:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

When I power up the controller, the display...

When I power up the controller, the display briefly displays...

rEu:2.7

So I think this means I have firmware version 2.7. You can find instruction on configuring your unit in the owners...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-27-08, 10:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,275
Posted By borland

Mine is 50 pounds. Must be my kickstand. ...

Mine is 50 pounds. Must be my kickstand.

What are you using for a freewheel? And what's the cog count for both the freewheel and crankset?

Make sure you torque the rear axle bolts and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-24-08, 11:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

I've put 50 miles on the bike now. The bike runs...

I've put 50 miles on the bike now. The bike runs great.

I also retorqued the rear axle nuts and crankset's crank fixing bolts. All had relaxed slightly after 50 miles.

On the rear axle...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-20-08, 08:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

I bought my kit from Bert Cebular at...

I bought my kit from Bert Cebular at http://nycewheels.com/ Bert is very knowledgable on setting up the BionX system for high speed use. Your local BionX dealer probably won't have a clue or know...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-18-08, 07:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

This excellent video at The BicycleTutor.com...

This excellent video at The BicycleTutor.com shows how to replace a freewheel...discusses the tools required too....

http://bicycletutor.com/replace-freewheel/

This article explains the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-17-08, 09:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

Joe, The ride is nice and smooth, even at...

Joe,

The ride is nice and smooth, even at speeds of 20+mph. It's pedal assist, so it's like the "people mover" at the major airports, where you really get moving with only moderate effort. I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-16-08, 07:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

and some more photos... ...

and some more photos...

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/24/bionx031zk8.jpg

http://img524.imageshack.us/img524/2686/bionx033pu6.jpg
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-16-08, 07:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

Here's the completed bike… ...

Here's the completed bike…

http://img381.imageshack.us/img381/3968/bionx021rj7.jpg

http://img524.imageshack.us/img524/9269/bionx022bq6.jpg
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-16-08, 07:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,195
Posted By borland

Bionx PL350 Installation Photos

I just wanted to post photos of the PL350 kit I installed on my newly purchased hybrid.

Here's the donor hybrid bike I bought from BikesDirect.com …
...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-16-08, 05:49 PM
Replies: 1,066
Views: 1,045,438
Posted By borland

test of posting photos ...

test of posting photos

http://img503.imageshack.us/img503/8821/bionx021rz8.jpg
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