Hi all,
This is my fist post.
I have been reading these forums for quite some time now. I found this site while looking for information on building a solar assisted e-bike.
I got inspired by the Sun Trip racing event that takes place from France to China:
[youtube]EHrrLx0Omrw[/youtube]
At first I was thinking about adding a gear-less hub motor kit to a trike. I imagine it would be a relatively straightforward process for a novice like me. (I have more of a creative mind than an analytical one and I would rather go riding than spend my time studying electrical engineering and break my brain in the process)
I tried anyway but got stuck on figuring out what solar setup I would need and how to connect all the pieces. The components needed I think I understand but as soon as numbers come up like in amps, voltageand wattage, etc I'm lost.
Anyway I found following vehicle:
[youtube]QTw1b3ULj6U[/youtube]
And it has an option for a solar panel! It is the only one I found that has it all in a finished package: Recumbent Trike, E-Motor, Solar
[youtube]e0X4q55f5UU[/youtube]
I searched the web and this forum but there is very little feedback around. I will add some of the specs found here: http://ezeebike.com/bikes-and-options/ezee-longabike/
eZee Longabike – Natural Tilting Recumbent Trike
Rear Hub: NuVinci N380 Right wheel, Left wheel eZee Motor
Motor: eZee Brushless Planetary gear motor
Battery: 36V 19Ah – Option 28.0Ah and 34 Ah
Charger: 5A
Controller: 36 – 48V, Max Amps: 25 Amps
Display: Interface and LED display Battery gauge and 5 power assist level selection. Throttle / PAS / Bimodal modes
Range: 40 miles / 70km, Average 10 Wh / km @ 25 kmph
Motor Rating: EU 250W, USA 500W, AU 200W
Option: 260 watts Solar PV roof with controller -charger, stainless steel frame and support
I would like to know what you all think of this package. Is this thing just a toy or would I be able to travel the world with it (taking my time of course)?
Is 27 NM of Torque enough? I live in a very mountainous part of the world with steep slopes.
Would I need a trailer with some extra panels and can I simply connect them? How would I do so and would I have to change the controller for example?
I have read the consensus that solar is not ready yet to power vehicles and it would be better to have a stationary solar setup at home on a roof but please bear with me here.
This is my fist post.
I have been reading these forums for quite some time now. I found this site while looking for information on building a solar assisted e-bike.
I got inspired by the Sun Trip racing event that takes place from France to China:
[youtube]EHrrLx0Omrw[/youtube]
At first I was thinking about adding a gear-less hub motor kit to a trike. I imagine it would be a relatively straightforward process for a novice like me. (I have more of a creative mind than an analytical one and I would rather go riding than spend my time studying electrical engineering and break my brain in the process)
I tried anyway but got stuck on figuring out what solar setup I would need and how to connect all the pieces. The components needed I think I understand but as soon as numbers come up like in amps, voltageand wattage, etc I'm lost.
Anyway I found following vehicle:
[youtube]QTw1b3ULj6U[/youtube]
And it has an option for a solar panel! It is the only one I found that has it all in a finished package: Recumbent Trike, E-Motor, Solar
[youtube]e0X4q55f5UU[/youtube]
I searched the web and this forum but there is very little feedback around. I will add some of the specs found here: http://ezeebike.com/bikes-and-options/ezee-longabike/
eZee Longabike – Natural Tilting Recumbent Trike
Rear Hub: NuVinci N380 Right wheel, Left wheel eZee Motor
Motor: eZee Brushless Planetary gear motor
Battery: 36V 19Ah – Option 28.0Ah and 34 Ah
Charger: 5A
Controller: 36 – 48V, Max Amps: 25 Amps
Display: Interface and LED display Battery gauge and 5 power assist level selection. Throttle / PAS / Bimodal modes
Range: 40 miles / 70km, Average 10 Wh / km @ 25 kmph
Motor Rating: EU 250W, USA 500W, AU 200W
Option: 260 watts Solar PV roof with controller -charger, stainless steel frame and support
I would like to know what you all think of this package. Is this thing just a toy or would I be able to travel the world with it (taking my time of course)?
Is 27 NM of Torque enough? I live in a very mountainous part of the world with steep slopes.
Would I need a trailer with some extra panels and can I simply connect them? How would I do so and would I have to change the controller for example?
I have read the consensus that solar is not ready yet to power vehicles and it would be better to have a stationary solar setup at home on a roof but please bear with me here.