E-S Stealth Electric Bike Owners

[Emmett]

The trick is having just enough e-battery to avoid the killer pedal back to where ever.

The fuqn truth amigo! :lol: And I can personally attest, you will only make this mistake one time.

I'd rather have to pedal my bike home than push it with a flat tire. The walk of shame.

The worst flat I had, I carried the rear of my Fighter home for nearly 2 hours. I didn't want to trash the tire or rim. It was about 4 weeks ago. Air temp was 35C and humid too. After that day, I KNEW I had to get a trials rear tire AND I'm going to try the Tubliss system inside it, because I NEVER want to do that again.

 

[boars]

Hahaha - yeah, I hear you on the car but I'm not made of money :lol: If I had a better grasp on what the hell gov is doing with my job over the next 12 months I'd probably be a little keener and would have taken advantage of the recent hail sales in brisbane (I don't care what a car looks like so much as it's in good condition engine etc).

On the topic, besides trucks and utes... what's a good car to throw a bomber in the back of? or do most people that don't have a ute/truck just go the tow bar and downhill bike/moto rack way?

I can see where leg guards could be hand, something I'll have to look into.

My very first ride after getting my bike home gave me a flat tyre about 2km from home, not far but far enough. Sure wished I had the fighter at that stage

I'm riding to and from work from here on out, 17.6km each way so I'll get a little bit of pedal fit if I can manage to leave it in street legal mode - which surprisingly I have so far.
I'm also planning (and slowly ramping up into) a fair bi of running this year too so I'm not massively concerned about fitness or such.

Having said all that you're right... best to get somewhere fresh, which is why I'll only ride the local area for now, well when I get my new wheels at least.

 

[Rix]

[The worst flat I had, I carried the rear of my Fighter home for nearly 2 hours. I didn't want to trash the tire or rim. It was about 4 weeks ago. Air temp was 35C and humid too. After that day, I KNEW I had to get a trials rear tire AND I'm going to try the Tubliss system inside it, because I NEVER want to do that again.

Yah TV, put it low gear and pedal, that beats walking, aka the walk of shame.

Emmett, I am not the first to do a moto wheel rim conversion on an ebike, infact, before I did it, I didn't know that others had. I went to the Moto Rim/Wheel combo, out of neccessity. The first few months I owned my Bomber, I was flatting about 8 times a month, thats a very conservative estimate btw. Since going to a moto wheels running small trials tires, I have only flatted once, and that was from a super long cactus needle. It was a slow enough leak that I neary got back to the truck.

 

[Gromith]

hi guys. I need some mudguards for my bomber. Any suggestions?

 

[Jimboyr6]

Hi all
A fellow bomber owner i know of has had his bomber stolen its a very rare looking one so will stick out like sore thumb,just bike no charger, yorkshire uk ,spread the word
Thanks

 

[biknut]

Hi all
A fellow bomber owner i know of has had his bomber stolen its a very rare looking one so will stick out like sore thumb,just bike no charger, yorkshire uk ,spread the word
Thanks

Be sure and post the details on the factory website dealing with stolen Stealth's. Here's the link.

http://www.stealthelectricbikes.com/forums/forum/mia-bikes/

 

[Hyena]

Boars do you have a tow bar ?
If not getting one is cheaper than a new car and if yours is a popular make you might even get one cheap second hand.
You can get tow bar mounted racks that will take a stealth and they're pretty handy as you dont need to be lugging around a trailer.
This is one type I've had custom made for my bikes. Cost around $300.
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?id=154483

re: flat batteries, as above once you've been caught out once you'll sell a kidney before you let it happen again!
I recommend setting your CA to cut out about 1ah before the BMS typically does, then if you get carried away not paying attention to the AH used you can turn the CA back down and cruise home with some assistance. While 200w is usually a joke, on a heavy 35-55kg bike it's a welcome assistance to take the load off the pedals and otherwise busting your arse. I got caught out on my fighter recently when the BMS cut out prematurely under heavy load. But because it tripped the CA also went out too so I was stuck and it was bloody hard work. Then I came to a downhill grade, and even with the bms tripped the back emf from the motor will power up the CA and the controller (some may have noticed this if walking your bike while the battery isn't even connected or on) This powering up of the controller and CA then enabled me to use regen, and although it wasn't much with the fairly short hill it was enough to kick the battery back up above the LVC point and enabled me to pedal with ~150w of assistance the rest of the way home. It was a very proud moment 8)

Not much you can do about flats short of running thick tubes (as I've said before run a 19" moto tube even in the stock 24x3 rims) or try slime. I've had mixed results, but it wont save you when you get a massive tear or pinch flat.
Speaking of which, here's a vlog style video I made to pass the time last time I got caught out and had to do the walk of shame while out on my fighter.

[youtube]8PHqHEAlII4[/youtube]

 

[biknut]

This is one of my typical rides.

 

[Emmett]

re: flat batteries, as above once you've been caught out once you'll sell a kidney before you let it happen again!
I recommend setting your CA to cut out about 1ah before the BMS typically does, then if you get carried away not paying attention to the AH used you can turn the CA back down and cruise home with some assistance. While 200w is usually a joke, on a heavy 35-55kg bike it's a welcome assistance to take the load off the pedals and otherwise busting your arse. I got caught out on my fighter recently when the BMS cut out prematurely under heavy load. But because it tripped the CA also went out too so I was stuck and it was bloody hard work. Then I came to a downhill grade, and even with the bms tripped the back emf from the motor will power up the CA and the controller (some may have noticed this if walking your bike while the battery isn't even connected or on) This powering up of the controller and CA then enabled me to use regen, and although it wasn't much with the fairly short hill it was enough to kick the battery back up above the LVC point and enabled me to pedal with ~150w of assistance the rest of the way home. It was a very proud moment 8)

Hyeena that IS a very proud moment. Congrats. Please clarify ...

With my Fighter, the battery is good for 950Ah. Sometimes 965. I have the DC-1 display. No adjustment of parameters you describe. After 800 I know to take it easy and avoid peak amps and/or volts sag because I can trip the BMS, which I have done. Auto E mode does not kick in for me. My current solutions are:
A. I dial down the peak watts from 3700 to say 2000. Plu I enable soft-start mode.
B. In case A does not work, I take an allen key and on the trail I remove the side cover, disconnect the battery lead to trigger a BMS reset.

Now you are saying that if i can find a downhill big enough, then hold regen on, then I might be able to reset the BMS without reverting to solution B?

 

[Emmett]

I also run 19" MC tubes in my rear 24x3 MTB tyre. I used to think I had a good eye for sharp embedded rocks. But I've learned I was just lucky. I pinch flatted the HD tube anyway. Lost pressure in a few seconds. I walked back to search and could not even guess which stone did it. It's pure luck. With a MC rear with Tubliss setup, I'm going to be able to hammer it again and not worry.

Edit: And I always run 35 PSI in the rear. 30 in the front.

 

[1abv]

hi guys. I need some mudguards for my bomber. Any suggestions?

Funny you should ask that as I just got these today...

These are the topeak xc...

if you are concerned with the gap between the 2 SKS makes a mudflap "XXL Spoiler for 35MM profile - #11070". This mudflap has a rubber sleeve that slips perfectly onto this fender set. I have not put it on yet.

Rick on the back is the Vee Rubber VRM21.

On another note I had a chance to really give the beans to the suspension. With the 550 spring I was able to finally slow the rebound... Much better. There is a hill that usually is tricky to get up because of the rocky terrain. The rear would kick and loose grip and kick and grip which would kill momentum. Now it tracks much nicer in the rocky stuff.

 

[boars]

Hey 1abv, did I miss something in your post about what those mudguards are? I looked up SKS mudflap and found a rubber attachment... but nothing about the two guards you have.

Kind of looks like the Topeak XC1? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mI7vaD5o0cw

 

[remf]

Now you are saying that if i can find a downhill big enough, then hold regen on, then I might be able to reset the BMS without reverting to solution B?

Yes I've done exactly what Hyena did...in fact you don't even need a huge downhill but of course the bigger the more charge you put back in which takes you further above the LVC as Jay said. I was pretty surprised too. Definitely a good tip if you forgot your hex tool.

 

[Cowardlyduck]

Now you are saying that if i can find a downhill big enough, then hold regen on, then I might be able to reset the BMS without reverting to solution B?

Yes. I've been doing this for years...sorry I thought it was common knowledge or I would have posted about it sooner. :lol:

Also, if your super keen, at least with the lower voltage Fighter battery, I've found I can pedal like a maniac on a flat to get enough speed to reset the BMS. It seems to need about 35kph+ from memory.

Cheers

 

[Jimboyr6]

Hi all
A fellow bomber owner i know of has had his bomber stolen its a very rare looking one so will stick out like sore thumb,just bike no charger, yorkshire uk ,spread the word
Thanks

Be sure and post the details on the factory website dealing with stolen Stealth's. Here's the link.

http://www.stealthelectricbikes.com/forums/forum/mia-bikes/

Yeah cheers TV was gonna do that but it wont let me sign in even if i reset my password

 

[biknut]

Boars do you have a tow bar ?
If not getting one is cheaper than a new car and if yours is a popular make you might even get one cheap second hand.
You can get tow bar mounted racks that will take a stealth and they're pretty handy as you dont need to be lugging around a trailer.
This is one type I've had custom made for my bikes. Cost around $300.
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?id=154483

re: flat batteries, as above once you've been caught out once you'll sell a kidney before you let it happen again!
I recommend setting your CA to cut out about 1ah before the BMS typically does, then if you get carried away not paying attention to the AH used you can turn the CA back down and cruise home with some assistance. While 200w is usually a joke, on a heavy 35-55kg bike it's a welcome assistance to take the load off the pedals and otherwise busting your arse. I got caught out on my fighter recently when the BMS cut out prematurely under heavy load. But because it tripped the CA also went out too so I was stuck and it was bloody hard work. Then I came to a downhill grade, and even with the bms tripped the back emf from the motor will power up the CA and the controller (some may have noticed this if walking your bike while the battery isn't even connected or on) This powering up of the controller and CA then enabled me to use regen, and although it wasn't much with the fairly short hill it was enough to kick the battery back up above the LVC point and enabled me to pedal with ~150w of assistance the rest of the way home. It was a very proud moment 8)

Not much you can do about flats short of running thick tubes (as I've said before run a 19" moto tube even in the stock 24x3 rims) or try slime. I've had mixed results, but it wont save you when you get a massive tear or pinch flat.
Speaking of which, here's a vlog style video I made to pass the time last time I got caught out and had to do the walk of shame while out on my fighter.

[youtube]8PHqHEAlII4[/youtube]

Not too much to say Hyena except I feel your pain.

I've noticed from these videos that parts of Australia look very similar to Texas, except for the giant kangaroos jumping out trying to take your head off.

 

[1abv]

Hey 1abv, did I miss something in your post about what those mudguards are? I looked up SKS mudflap and found a rubber attachment... but nothing about the two guards you have.

Kind of looks like the Topeak XC1? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mI7vaD5o0cw

oops.. you are correct sir. forgot that bit. I've edited the post.

 

[biknut]

Hi all
A fellow bomber owner i know of has had his bomber stolen its a very rare looking one so will stick out like sore thumb,just bike no charger, yorkshire uk ,spread the word
Thanks

Be sure and post the details on the factory website dealing with stolen Stealth's. Here's the link.

http://www.stealthelectricbikes.com/forums/forum/mia-bikes/

Yeah cheers TV was gonna do that but it wont let me sign in even if i reset my password

Did you try the "lost password" button?

I think there might be problems if you're trying to sign in using a mobile device.

 

[Jimboyr6]

Be sure and post the details on the factory website dealing with stolen Stealth's. Here's the link.

http://www.stealthelectricbikes.com/forums/forum/mia-bikes/[/quote]

Yeah cheers TV was gonna do that but it wont let me sign in even if i reset my password [/quote]

Did you try the "lost password" button?

I think there might be problems if you're trying to sign in using a mobile device.[/quote]

Yeah i did try the lost password 4 times just comes up error password dont match
frocking internet.

 

[Villain]

Here's a photo I took for Theodore Voltaire.

 

[biknut]

Here's a photo I took for Theodore Voltaire.

Your black Bomber looks great. I'd be riding a black Bomber, but I was afraid everyone would be so overwhelmed by how awesome it looked it would attract too much of the wrong kind of attention. Red isn't as intimidating, kind of like hiding in plain view.

 

[Emmett]

Yes I've done exactly what Hyena did...in fact you don't even need a huge downhill but of course the bigger the more charge you put back in which takes you further above the LVC as Jay said. I was pretty surprised too. Definitely a good tip if you forgot your hex tool.

Thanks remf, Hyena and Cowardlyduck. I feel a bit dumb for not guessing this.

Actually I was going to take my regen button off. Since, A. I never use it because of the lack of control when using it offroad. B. The amount of energy it regains seems like a joke. C. I don't like any clutter on the bars.

But is 35km/h really the speed target? Where I ride, to go that fast without motor drive would often be a challenge.

 

[boars]

Boom, currently undertaking a walk of shame with 6.6km to go. Haha.
Really could not be stuffed fixing this.

Maybe a moto tube would have been the way to go, but for now I'll just wait on my new wheels. :/

I certainly wouldn't recommend the bike with the standard wheels, that is for sure.
I don't know who said they had 8 flats in one month but I believe you now :lol:
I think I'd be pretty pissed by that stage - I had some colourful words to say today after only 2 flats over 8 x 17km rides.

 

[biknut]

Mr Tuffy tube liners help.

 

[Rix]

Boars do you have a tow bar ?
If not getting one is cheaper than a new car and if yours is a popular make you might even get one cheap second hand.
You can get tow bar mounted racks that will take a stealth and they're pretty handy as you dont need to be lugging around a trailer.
This is one type I've had custom made for my bikes. Cost around $300.
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/download/file.php?id=154483

re: flat batteries, as above once you've been caught out once you'll sell a kidney before you let it happen again!
I recommend setting your CA to cut out about 1ah before the BMS typically does, then if you get carried away not paying attention to the AH used you can turn the CA back down and cruise home with some assistance. While 200w is usually a joke, on a heavy 35-55kg bike it's a welcome assistance to take the load off the pedals and otherwise busting your arse. I got caught out on my fighter recently when the BMS cut out prematurely under heavy load. But because it tripped the CA also went out too so I was stuck and it was bloody hard work. Then I came to a downhill grade, and even with the bms tripped the back emf from the motor will power up the CA and the controller (some may have noticed this if walking your bike while the battery isn't even connected or on) This powering up of the controller and CA then enabled me to use regen, and although it wasn't much with the fairly short hill it was enough to kick the battery back up above the LVC point and enabled me to pedal with ~150w of assistance the rest of the way home. It was a very proud moment 8)

Not much you can do about flats short of running thick tubes (as I've said before run a 19" moto tube even in the stock 24x3 rims) or try slime. I've had mixed results, but it wont save you when you get a massive tear or pinch flat.
Speaking of which, here's a vlog style video I made to pass the time last time I got caught out and had to do the walk of shame while out on my fighter.

[]

Not too much to say Hyena except I feel your pain.

I've noticed from these videos that parts of Australia look very similar to Texas, except for the giant kangaroos jumping out trying to take your head off.

Just a typical boonie stomp for Jay :lol: