BubbaX

Nominal Power 250W/350W
Throttle Only Range 50km (31 miles) For someone who weighs 220lbs
Main Use On road, commuting, recreation and leisure
Max Weight 330lbs
https://dillengerelectricbikes.com/e...dillenger.html


I weigh 280 pounds and i would use this on flat road

How far do you think i would go then?

maxxevv

On the conservative side of things, since there is no mention of how the final range was derived, probably 35km.

BubbaX

Yeah well the company called me and told i should get about 25 miles they think. So thanks

This is the kit i think i will buy because its got warranty and its made in USA it was recommended by a forum member here and its saving $400 from $1000

I think this would be the best kit for range and speed for me.

linberl

Dillinger isn't made in the US, it's from Australia. They have warehouses here in the US where they ship stock.

BubbaX

ooooook well you didn't say they weren't a bad company or nothing so at least there is that right?

dilkes

See for some user experience:
https://www.bikeforums.net/electric-b...t-hub-kit.html

Also a search for Dillenger on this and other Forums will show more experiences.

BubbaX

If it's been working for 2 years or more for him and he was the one who's suggested it I'm going for it.

linberl

Nothing wrong with them, just wanted you to know they weren't an American company, in case that was important to you. Have you looked at these kits: https://www.e-bikerig.com/about-us/ This is a USA based company.

BubbaX

It's not I care for results not locations

Doc_Wui

Tell us when you get 25 miles on throttle only. I'm 100 pounds less, and don't have a bike or battery that I would commit for that.

It's still a good solution in my opinion, and well priced for a low power front drive kit.

2old

Forgot you were 280 (if you mentioned it before); I'm 100 pounds less too. You may encounter lots of resistance with only a 350 watt motor.

BubbaX

I contacted company they said I can easily hit 25 miles.

Upon weight check I'm now 269

CigTech2

there is a good ebike simulator that you can adjust the weight and amps watts ect to find out want it will do. but I don't have 10 post yet to post a link. but here the web site electricbikesimulator.com

NoPhart

^ THIS ^

STATED: 36V 13Ah (470Wh) - 100 km (62 miles) Max Range

RULE OF THUMB ESTIMATED MIXED USE RANGE: (36V * 13Ah) / 20 = 23.4 miles

Being a low watt front hub motor, no pedaling throttle only use pushing 300lbs+ (you and bike) I'd say you'll be very lucky to get 25 miles range. Remember batteries don't like to be ran until drained, it shortens their life.

IMHO at 300LBS+ you should go for a 500W-750W / 48V system and a bigger battery. Just being realistic and honest about personal experience use. Do yourself a favor and prevent disappointment.

Just my 2-cents worth, YMMV.

BubbaX

Well does anyone have a good kit+battery that isnt super costly????
Because the bikeshop i went to they told me that the 250w or whatever it was kit was going to help me out getting roughlyish 20miles-25miles

I called the company they said my weight 280+bike+kit+battery they told me 25miles

I tried that simulator out but some other information i dont have.

NoPhart

It will help you out greatly if you pedal too. Throttle only isn't what a 250W hub motor is really designed for at the weight you are pushing.

BubbaX

do you have a better idea for a kit / battery (combined would be better but if separated i guess it be fine)

NoPhart

I have no personal ownership experience with hub motors at all. I prefer mid-drives because they leverage the gearing of the bike making them better for variable terrain and conditions; such as hills and headwinds. IMHO the easiest, quietest and most used mid-drive is the Bafang BBS02-B 750W/48V "completely unmodified" for most peoples use needs. Getting the color screen has huge advantages for access to settings without a USB programming cable and all the hassles that go with messing with that; like knowledge. The newest BBS02-B models also have a gear shift sensor and headlight wires coming out of the motor, if those features are important to you. Look into this option. Bafang BBS02-B ~$500 and battery ~$300-$750 depending on size and quality.