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11-28-22, 08:26 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Wow, 1500 watts-- the thing must really fly! I...

Wow, 1500 watts-- the thing must really fly! I had one with 1000 watts and it was scary sometimes.
11-14-22, 11:02 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Nice work! I like that you seemed to enjoy the...

Nice work! I like that you seemed to enjoy the project and you repurposed an old bike for it.
01-03-22, 02:40 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Looks like a good quality setup!

Looks like a good quality setup!
01-03-22, 02:37 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

39 lbs isn't bad for a folding bike I had a...

39 lbs isn't bad for a folding bike I had a folding bike without a motor to carry in my sports csar and it was about 32 pounds.
11-14-21, 08:10 PM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Looks like a good commuter. 500 watts on a light...

Looks like a good commuter. 500 watts on a light hybrid should really go!
06-29-21, 06:52 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Impressive!

Impressive!
06-20-21, 07:02 PM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Nice clean setup! It should be fast-- that Fuji...

Nice clean setup! It should be fast-- that Fuji should be pretty efficient without a motor. How fast?
05-24-21, 07:15 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Nice lookin' bike-- looks like a good commuter. ...

Nice lookin' bike-- looks like a good commuter. Comfy?
05-24-21, 07:13 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

1 KW should be quite strong-- I have a mid drive...

1 KW should be quite strong-- I have a mid drive with only 350 watts but it has quite a bit of torque. I put a 1000 watt front hub motor on a bike for a friend and then test rode it before handing...
05-23-21, 07:31 PM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Looks like a brute! What are the specs?

Looks like a brute! What are the specs?
05-17-21, 10:48 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,090
Posted By jayhawk12

I use the ebike for pleasure runs and errands. ...

I use the ebike for pleasure runs and errands. If I can get what I need in my backpack I use it instead of a car. We have some great wooded trails that run along ponds and a creek that is sheer...
05-03-21, 05:16 PM
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Posted By jayhawk12

That Linus is a really clean bike! How many...

That Linus is a really clean bike! How many watts is the motor? 250?
04-26-21, 01:24 PM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Big powerful battery! How many watts for the...

Big powerful battery! How many watts for the motor?
12-21-20, 07:52 PM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Looks like you're ready for a trip!

Looks like you're ready for a trip!
11-02-20, 05:55 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Good looking bike. Specs?

Good looking bike. Specs?
07-27-20, 08:03 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

I have worked in a bike shop and for about 10...

I have worked in a bike shop and for about 10 years had a little bike shop in my detached garage. I explain that because it allowed me to talk with a whole lot of people about ebikes. I also built...
07-27-20, 07:32 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,090
Posted By jayhawk12

When I don't want to get too hot and sweaty or...

When I don't want to get too hot and sweaty or when I'm carrying stuff from stores, I grab the ebike. Sometimes when I'm just tired and want to go exploring and just fun.
Otherwise, I use the...
05-10-20, 07:13 PM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Good lookin' Tell us the specs?

Good lookin' Tell us the specs?
04-26-20, 02:49 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Hot lookin' bike-- tell us more!

Hot lookin' bike-- tell us more!
04-26-20, 02:46 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

1500 watts and 36 mph-- Fast! I built one...

1500 watts and 36 mph-- Fast! I built one with 1000 and 30 mph-- Thought that was too fast!
01-20-20, 05:22 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Wow, Sturdy, aggressive looking bike!

Wow, Sturdy, aggressive looking bike!
01-13-20, 11:00 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

good looking bike! Motor in the rear hub?...

good looking bike! Motor in the rear hub? Battery in the down tube? Tell us more!
12-09-19, 02:06 AM
Replies: 1,064
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Posted By jayhawk12

Folding bike? What brand is it? Assume 250 watt...

Folding bike? What brand is it? Assume 250 watt motor?
10-15-19, 03:11 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Impressive! What's it like to ride? looks...

Impressive! What's it like to ride? looks pretty stretched!
06-27-19, 03:02 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

Nice mid drives-- what are the specs? I'm...

Nice mid drives-- what are the specs? I'm working in a bike shop where they sell Cannondales primarily. These mid drives are becoming pretty sweet and sleek.

I just bought an I-Zip Vibe 3 with...
04-08-19, 06:35 PM
Replies: 1,064
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Posted By jayhawk12

Nice work on the conversion and the e-build. I...

Nice work on the conversion and the e-build. I built one also with 1000 watts and 48 volts but only 10 AH. Your 24 would be great!

Mine was too fast for me-- (as an old guy) but the kid who...
01-01-18, 08:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,171
Posted By jayhawk12

Riding is a great way to see the sights in the...

Riding is a great way to see the sights in the city and parks. I ride any chance I get when we travel-- rarely carry bikes-- usually rent or borrow.
01-01-18, 08:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,563
Posted By jayhawk12

I'd for sure stay away from the box store bikes. ...

I'd for sure stay away from the box store bikes. The quality is poor, they rust quickly, have no lubricant in the bearings, they may be set up improperly in the beginning and they're heavy. Find a...
01-01-18, 07:36 PM
Replies: 1,064
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Posted By jayhawk12

Got this IZip Dash this spring and am pretty...

Got this IZip Dash this spring and am pretty impressed! I've assembled several ebikes from hub motors, one mid drive and a trike but I found a new but left over 2 year-old bike online. Saved a...
08-07-17, 11:22 AM
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Posted By jayhawk12

I've done several hub motor kits including a...

I've done several hub motor kits including a trike but I found an IZip bike at a big discount on their web page. I was going to buy another kit but found a new 2015 model. Loving it!
03-06-12, 01:11 AM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,040,468
Posted By jayhawk12

Tell us more about your bike! Wattage/ battery,...

Tell us more about your bike! Wattage/ battery, name/ model, etc? Performance, etc.
02-13-12, 07:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,095
Posted By jayhawk12

Know/own Champion Prodeco Bikes?

Wondered if anyone owns/has tried these bikes?
http://championelectricbicycles.com/main.sc

I'm thinking about the Prodeco Storm.

I'm especially curious about the bikes themselves-- Decent to...
01-23-12, 09:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,591
Posted By jayhawk12

I give you guys credit for experimenting and...

I give you guys credit for experimenting and building your own. Quite resourceful! I'vw wondered about using deep cycle marine batteries. I've used them with trolling/fishing motors and as a...
01-17-12, 04:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 979
Posted By jayhawk12

Might be worth it but try to get an honest...

Might be worth it but try to get an honest estimate of how much wear/life is on the motor and battery. Would not be much of a deal if you had to replace either right away.
01-12-12, 06:46 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 57,007
Posted By jayhawk12

Hey Charlie- 67year-old here-- I've used the bolt...

Hey Charlie- 67year-old here-- I've used the bolt on's so far on 3 bicycles and currently a tricycle. No problems-- up to 25 mph and having a great time!
Forum: Introductions
01-11-12, 07:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By jayhawk12

Thanks, guys. Dude--I'm in Prairie village and...

Thanks, guys. Dude--I'm in Prairie village and my little shop is at the house. Welcome to come by!Lemme know when you're in town.

RonH-- I'm same age as you! Don't need the trike but having...
01-11-12, 06:21 AM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,040,468
Posted By jayhawk12

Nice bikes! I sure like Sianelle's trike-- ...

Nice bikes! I sure like Sianelle's trike-- Mine's not as fancy but it goes pretty well with an 800 watt, 48 volt motor. It's my grocery getter. I've built 3 regular bicycles with 350 watt motors...
Forum: Introductions
01-11-12, 05:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By jayhawk12

Ol' guy posting from Kansas city area!

Hi Folks! Just started obviously. I am a bike hobbyist, have a bike shop and among my toys is a trike that I added an 800 watt electric motor.
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