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  1. SF1901

    Had a bad day..

    Thanks for sharing your experiences and I'm glad this forum existed. I normally would go to a bikeforum.net and share this under the commuter section, but the problem lies with some people lacking experience or the perspective knowledge of it in ebikes and the technical side of it. I'll probably...
  2. SF1901

    Had a bad day..

    Today was one of those days where nothing seems to go right. If you ever had one of days, please share. My bad day: I have a 15 mile commute to work and as I was riding out of my garage, my left foot accidently hit my front fender and a catastrophic chain of events took place. First, my...
  3. SF1901

    Single speed conversion

    Heck, If the electrical goes on my ebike, I would just call home to have someone pick me up. If you're bike is in good running condition, how often do you think it'll break down on you? If it's less than three, then converting it might be a good thing. But then again, it's all preferance. I...
  4. SF1901

    Full Face Helmet

    Yeah, the chin gaurd is detachable. I just ordered mine and they said it'll take 4-6 days to deliver. So I bought this sunglasses/goggles with optional straps and a face mask when I do my ride-by-honking my air horn... :D...
  5. SF1901

    Full Face Helmet

    Here's one that I always wanted to get, but I have to get it overseas coz' they wouldn't sell it here. Not unless any of you knows where they sell it in the US. Btw, here's the site. http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/LargeImage.aspx?ModelID=10718&FileName=10718-1.jpg
  6. SF1901

    Full Face Helmet

    My Specialized Deviant 07' and goggles
  7. SF1901

    Single speed conversion

    Here's my set up...
  8. SF1901

    Single speed conversion

    Here's the site: http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=23062&estore_ID=1034
  9. SF1901

    Full Face Helmet

    I have the Specialized Deviant 07' (Black flames). I also wear my goggles because of the 25-45 mph makes my eyes tear up and by the time I get to my destination my eyes dry and itchy. Regardless of what people think, they are going to look at you and wonder who, what, where, is he riding or...
  10. SF1901

    What is the best way to protect your eBike from theft...

    Set the thief up and let him steal your bike. Then you pepper spray, stun him, and then kick em' in his private parts. You'll probably make front page in the newspaper. The bike coalition and the cops will commend you. With that type of media, you'll probably have all the thieves be afraid to...
  11. SF1901

    Single speed conversion

    I bought my single speed conversion kit for $17 U.S. dollars. And as for the front Chain rings, I just removed the other two and lined it up with rear cog. You might check this option.
  12. SF1901

    Single speed conversion

    Has anyone converted their 8-10 speed e-bike to a single speed? The reason why I decided to convert it to a single speed because of easy operation. I have a Crstalyte 5304 rear hub motor and the problem I was having were the constant flats, blowouts, pothole snake bite. And for those of us...
  13. SF1901

    First ebike encounter with LA Police.

    If you ever get pulled over and cited, take the time to see what vehicle code they cited you on. With the code being all confusing and contradicting, most of us do not handle alot of these and when we do, we cite them under the wrong code and you can fight this in court and win. Make you sure...
  14. SF1901

    First ebike encounter with LA Police.

    Hey, I'm all for it. Going with the speed of traffic is fine with me. I also understand that picking up your speed would be safer. Out in the open with speed limit 35-40 mph, I'll let my ebike fly like it was Indy 500. My bike can go 40+, but when the speed limit is 25 mph I'll stay within that...
  15. SF1901

    Financing an E-Bike?

    I have a similar set up like (Crystalyte Pheonix Cruiser, 72v40ah controller, LiMn batteries) Ypedal and I have 32+ mile round trip commute in the streets of San Francisco (very serious hills) and San Mateo.I just rode my ebike and did a 50+ miles r/t just to sight see and do errands today...
  16. SF1901

    First ebike encounter with LA Police.

    Well said, and V. ice said "there will be some easy going ones and some jerks," respect the road just like any regular vehicle so as to not get notice. Even if you're going 35-40 mph on an open road and when you see them take the time to slow down a notch, wave and smile. Even if we see an...
  17. SF1901

    First ebike encounter with LA Police.

    The barrier that hinders us from having an unrestricted version is liability. Yes, we have to comply with the law unless we can persuade congress or anyone with the power to change the law to revise it. Not unless we can sell our department that criminals are becoming faster and are building...
  18. SF1901

    First ebike encounter with LA Police.

    It's a good thing you brought this discussion/ thread up. I recently posted a thread in the battery technology forum. I've been riding my ebike since last year and I have been given alot of compliments on the practicality, power, and other better reasons to ride in my ebike. My department have...
  19. SF1901

    LiMnCo vs LiFePo4

    Thanks all for your input, and I have decided to go with the LiMnCo. :shock: I see that the LifePo's are better suited for ebikes, but I couldn't pass on something that's almost practically for free and all I need to do for this project is ride :D . They have decided to test the ebike world and...
  20. SF1901

    LiMnCo vs LiFePo4

    Hi all, I have a Crystalyte 4840 Pheonix Cruiser and I'm in the process in buying these Lithium ion batteries LiMnCo, quantity of 2- 37v 20Ah including BMS and a 3A charger and a 72v40A Pheonix controller. How is the chemistry compared to LiFePo4? are there any difference. Here's a website...
  21. SF1901

    The Green Hornet !

    So if you get a flat on the rear hub, how hard would it be to fix or repair a flat? Sounds like I would need to bring a hammering pin and a rubber mallet just to take the rear hub off the bike. Just wondering coz I've had atleast 3 flats on my rear hub, where the motor is. Please keep us...
  22. SF1901

    Your Creation's Before & After Pics

    Here's another one at: http://www.otivia.com/products.htm
  23. SF1901

    Your Creation's Before & After Pics

    Well, here's my ebike. It's a Crystalite 4840 Pheonix Brute. From electricrider.com
  24. SF1901

    Collection of ebike pictures

    Well, here's my ebike. It's a Crystalite 4840 Pheonix Brute. From electricrider.com
  25. SF1901

    How do you prevent a flat tube

    Last year, 0 flats. This year=3 flats in one month! I too have the same problem. I took the time to change all my tires to Continentals Town&Country, Mr. Tuffy liner, Slime tire rim. But I had to find out the hard way and had another flat. and troubleshoot and found the flats were from my...
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