grindz145
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This thread is a continuation (rebirth) of this old thread:
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=43620&p=825811&hilit=revival#p825811
The Concept:
Minimalist transportation - We've all been building "ebikes" for a long time now, and for the most part they are using undersized bicycle components, or over-sized motorcycle components. What if there was an option in the middle?
I've come to realize that the motorcycle I've been riding for 6 years now, is ridiculously oversized. It's 700 lbs wet, and while it has been fantastic for continent-crossing adventures, it is absolutely not well suited for everyday life. What I hope to end up with is my personal ideal motorbike for everyday life.
A piece of rolling artwork intended to remind people why it is that we fall in love with these machines.
Specs
<150lbs
>10kW peak
50mph sustained
20mi Range
Onboard charging at 1C
Acceleration : Face Melting
Braking : Brutal
Suspension : Actually designed correctly for the road
Reliable and practical.
The handling and performance of a motorcycle, the dexterity and weight of an ebike.
Rolling Artwork
Components
Frame: Puch Magnum Top-Tank Moped. You bet your ass that the pedals are staying.
Motor: Cromotor V1 No chains, No maintence
Battery: Sony VTC4 Konion. ~2kWh Hot Rod performance. Fast charging capability. Reliable. Bulk-Charge only BMS.
Suspension: Inverted 41mm Fully adjustable Cartridge forks, Air shocks rear
Brakes: Hope Mono M4s (ideally V2s if I can get my hands on them)
Wheels/Tires: MMB JRH rear hoop, 10G spokes, Hutchinson 2.75" front, IRC 3.15" rear
Controller: ? soo many options, Still on the fence
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=43620&p=825811&hilit=revival#p825811
The Concept:
Minimalist transportation - We've all been building "ebikes" for a long time now, and for the most part they are using undersized bicycle components, or over-sized motorcycle components. What if there was an option in the middle?
I've come to realize that the motorcycle I've been riding for 6 years now, is ridiculously oversized. It's 700 lbs wet, and while it has been fantastic for continent-crossing adventures, it is absolutely not well suited for everyday life. What I hope to end up with is my personal ideal motorbike for everyday life.
A piece of rolling artwork intended to remind people why it is that we fall in love with these machines.
Specs
<150lbs
>10kW peak
50mph sustained
20mi Range
Onboard charging at 1C
Acceleration : Face Melting
Braking : Brutal
Suspension : Actually designed correctly for the road
Reliable and practical.
The handling and performance of a motorcycle, the dexterity and weight of an ebike.
Rolling Artwork
Components
Frame: Puch Magnum Top-Tank Moped. You bet your ass that the pedals are staying.
Motor: Cromotor V1 No chains, No maintence
Battery: Sony VTC4 Konion. ~2kWh Hot Rod performance. Fast charging capability. Reliable. Bulk-Charge only BMS.
Suspension: Inverted 41mm Fully adjustable Cartridge forks, Air shocks rear
Brakes: Hope Mono M4s (ideally V2s if I can get my hands on them)
Wheels/Tires: MMB JRH rear hoop, 10G spokes, Hutchinson 2.75" front, IRC 3.15" rear
Controller: ? soo many options, Still on the fence