Belt Driven Etek Trike

[Kin]

I'm not sure if it's much of a faux pas to bump slightly old threads, but this looks sweet! I hope you'll update things if you have any new news!

How did you feel about the heavy weight of this motor verse running two 80100? [My guess is two 80-100s should offer similar power, but maybe i'm underestimating the extent to which this bigger mass can take very large bursts].

[neptronix]

Need videos of it in action!!!

[sn0wchyld]

I'm not sure if it's much of a faux pas to bump slightly old threads, but this looks sweet! I hope you'll update things if you have any new news!

How did you feel about the heavy weight of this motor verse running two 80100? [My guess is two 80-100s should offer similar power, but maybe i'm underestimating the extent to which this bigger mass can take very large bursts].

I'd say this'd handle 9kw much easier than a twin 80100. Also requires less reduction... to get ~5kw out of a 80100 reliably you need to spin it, FAST. ie ~9krpm. that means it'll likely need about 20:1 reduction, or a bit less for trike size wheels. pretty much impossible with 1 stage. this is probably quieter too. Still... im curious how it'd compare to a twin 80100 too. maybe a triple 80100 could beat it?

Need videos of it in action!!!

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just a thought, how about useing a 2 stage reduction from the wheel to your pedals? that way you could use more 'normal' sized chain rings?

[Dirt-E-Dan]

Hey guys, sorry for the late response! My notifications are messed up and I didn't realize that you all have been posting. I'm not sure how the power of this thing compares to those two motors. Are you all talking about the 80-100 Turnigy motors? The biggest benefit of this motor is the ability to start from a stop. Weight while riding has never been an issue. Carrying it up 9 stairs to get it inside of my house is the only issue I have with the weight!

I thought about going with the Schlumpf drive (planetary gear set) for my crankset, but decided against it because of cost. I don't need the low speed pedaling ability since i can use the motor from a dead stop. It basically is only there for me to pedal between roughly 12 and 37mph.

She's a silent beauty! She makes some alien-like noises when it starts to regen a little, but it's a very quiet ride overall.

I guess I answered all of your questions except for the "new news." I have started a new project that i'm not going to reveal just yet, but I am now going to sell this trike to help fund it. I won't put a price on this post, but if anybody is serious about wanting this utility trike, please send me a personal message!

It hurts to say this because I've become very fond of this trike, but to officially state it, she is now FOR SALE...... She is great for a solid 20-25 miles per charge at full speed (and fun acceleration) and a riding style of around 23mph, i've seen about 35 miles per charge. A great little vehicle! I'm in NC and can Freight this or deliver(if you're within 500ish miles) at the buyer's expense.

I know this isn't the used forum, but I figured this thread would be the best place to post this. Please let me know if you are interested!

Thanks,

Daniel

[Dirt-E-Dan]

Oh yea, I've seen her pull about 7000 watts under full acceleration. The motor is rated for 4500 watts continuous and 11000 watts peak. She's a beast!

[neptronix]

Post your ad, including pictures, and location, in the used section for sure.

But get video first!!!!

[Kin]

ahHHHHHHHHHH damn, if I could afford to buy that. It's even in the right location. One day hopefully I'll make one, but it's not going to be nearly as nice as the FFR trike.

[Dirt-E-Dan]

This trike has now been posted in the used section with a few mor pics + a video!

[Parkie]

Please forgive a rookie question but the pictures do not show how our pedel sprocket is connected to the drive system. is there a picture that would explain Please?

[amberwolf]

If the pedals are even hooked up then they just run thru the normal regular drivetrain. The motor is on the other side.