So I checked with them and they said the kits have a 14mm diameter axle, which coincidentally is exactly the same as my existing axle so it should work without any modifications. I think I'm just gonna use the front brake for now and eventually figure out regen braking or a rear brake.
My only...
Thanks. My mechanical skills are solid, I've been working on old cars and motorcycles for a long time. I've done very little to no welding though. If the regen could get it down to walking speed I could use the front brake for a full stop. I'll have to look into if I need to modify the...
Thanks for your very thorough answer. The axle being a smaller diameter is something I hadn't even considered so I'll definitely have to look into that as well. I know these kits have been used by people on small motorcycles, but hopefully someone that has used one of these motors before can...
Hi everyone, I'm very new to electric motors/bikes so bear with me. I have an old 1970 Yamaha L5 that I'm wanting to convert to electric. It's a small lightweight 90cc bike so I shouldn't need a ton of power. I'm looking at getting one of the Leaf Bike conversion kits. I don't want to have to...