SwampDonkey said:
Hey everyone. I hear tell that Cyclone is now selling a 4800W version of our beloved king of mid drives. Is this an entirely new motor is is it just the 4000W with a new controller? I've heard rumors of metal planetary gears. Anyone else hear about this? Also, how much power can the 4000W and 7500W reliably handle at the top end?
Where did you see this? The 3000w cyclone can do 72v@70-80a peak (~5700w), the 4000w one around 100a peak (~7200w). The weight shedding ability of the cyclones aren't great, so the continuous rated 40a(~2800w) and 45a(~3200w) would seem fair to me.
The 7500w is a different beast, it would handle 15kw just fine.
The planetary gears have been available for some time already and can be asked to be included if you order from cyclone. It is mandatory if you plan on doing 60a or above.
https://elite-motor.com/3pcs-gears-for-200-1680w-planetary-gear-box.html