New Kit

[mike1665]

Hello! I am new to the forums. I would like to know what is the right kit for me. I ride 8 miles a day, I want a good enough motor to go faster than 10+MPH, I also have 3 12V 7AH batteris but the kit can come with batteries it doesnt matter. I am currently looking at this kit: http://www.amazon.com/eBike-FRONT-Electric-Bicycle-Conversion/dp/B009SVTT4U/ref=pd_sbs_sg_2?ie=UTF8&refRID=0QBTP4BKFW942CZX80WR - I have a 26IN bike and it has to be a front wheel kit. I would also appreciate if the kit comes with a rack!!! My budget is UNDER $350 if anyone knows any good kits for that let me know!

 

[Dauntless]

You sound like a candidate for the world's simplest kit. Your choice in performance.

http://www.yescomusa.com/Electric_Bicycle_Engine/

 

[mike1665]

You sound like a candidate for the world's simplest kit. Your choice in performance.

http://www.yescomusa.com/Electric_Bicycle_Engine/

Is that company good?

 

[Drunkskunk]

Well... You get what you pay for. In this case the motor is good, the rest of the kit conforms to being the cheapest kit. All in all it is a good value, but don't expect tech support. So I couldn't call it a good company, but I can say many here have tried that kit and like it.

Something you need to be aware of going into this. Those motors are capable of pulling enough power to ruin your SLA if you use full power. they are capable of getting well over 20mph.
With your 36 volt 7 amp SLA battery, you would have a consistent range of about 4 miles at 20mph. Those batteries are very undersized for your needs, both in capacity and ability to push enough amps for an ebike motor. You should be able to easily go the full 8 miles at 10mph If you have more self control than most of us and accelerate slow and pedal assist the motor up hills.

 

[mike1665]

Well... You get what you pay for. In this case the motor is good, the rest of the kit conforms to being the cheapest kit. All in all it is a good value, but don't expect tech support. So I couldn't call it a good company, but I can say many here have tried that kit and like it.

Something you need to be aware of going into this. Those motors are capable of pulling enough power to ruin your SLA if you use full power. they are capable of getting well over 20mph.
With your 36 volt 7 amp SLA battery, you would have a consistent range of about 4 miles at 20mph. Those batteries are very undersized for your needs, both in capacity and ability to push enough amps for an ebike motor. You should be able to easily go the full 8 miles at 10mph If you have more self control than most of us and accelerate slow and pedal assist the motor up hills.

I've heard that those controllers break easily or come broken. The amazon one has some good reviews and you can contact the seller too.

 

[wesnewell]

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This is the same kit as the one from amazon, only $20 cheaper. You're welcome.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/eBike-36v-500w-26in-FRONT-WHEEL-Electric-Bike-Bicycle-Motor-Conversion-Kit-USA-/161222910239
Personally, I'd get a rear 48V 1000W kit, but whatever.

 

[mike1665]

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This is the same kit as the one from amazon, only $20 cheaper. You're welcome.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/eBike-36v-500w-26in-FRONT-WHEEL-Electric-Bike-Bicycle-Motor-Conversion-Kit-USA-/161222910239
Personally, I'd get a rear 48V 1000W kit, but whatever.

Thanks I read your signature, and is the yescomusa kits any good?

 

[wesnewell]

I've got over 3 years and 11K miles on mine. Here's some info on them.
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=49638

 

[Dauntless]

The controllers are only supposed as dicey on the lower power units. One guy here went with a bigger controller to pump some real power into his 1000w with this one. http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Free-shipping-72V-1500W-45Amax-BLDC-motor-speed-controller-15FET-4410-s-Electric-Bicycle-Controller/313864_499889986.html

 

[mike1665]

I've got over 3 years and 11K miles on mine. Here's some info on them.
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=49638

Sweet, I guess I'll go with yescomusa

 

[999zip999]

Get a real battery. How much you have for a batteries. Lead is dead.
The battery must match the controller and motor plus use as in hills. Hills and full throttle starts are hard on batteries.

 

[mike1665]

Get a real battery. How much you have for a batteries. Lead is dead.
The battery must match the controller and motor plus use as in hills. Hills and full throttle starts are hard on batteries.

So what are some good batteries I guess I can throw a few bucks at them.

 

[999zip999]

I think sunthing 27 on ebay a 48v15ah or a 36v15ah they are plug and play. As a cheap battery. And that 36v800watt kit to get going. Because everyone wants a 1000usd. ebike for 500usd.
I would resource out the battery or just wait for comments.
Don't go lipo onless you charge in a barbaque and buy a power supply and charger and lots of wires to hook up plus other shit. And more shit.
Or just use the lead till it dies. And save for real battery

 

[Dauntless]

Tell you what, dude. Start off with those old batteries you have and see if you're going to want to stay at 36v or do as he says and go 48v. You might be wanting to replace that controller, too, by then. But you can wait to spend more money and make your decision from experience.

 

[wesnewell]

Sweet, I guess I'll go with yescomusa

Buy it off ebay and you'll save a few bucks. This is their ebay seller.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/48V1000W-26-Rear-Wheel-Electric-Bicycle-Motor-Kit-E-Bike-Cycling-Hub-Conversion-/231132763662

 

[999zip999]

Would he have lvc problems running 3-12v sla batteries ? I like free shipping.
I wonder if cash discount if I do pick-up ?

 

[wesnewell]

He'd need 4 12v sla's for a 48V kit, or some way to get the voltage up over the 42V lvc.

 

[John in CR]

Pedal your bike a while longer and keep saving, so you can spend more than that.

If you really want to stick to that kind of budget, then find something used to cannibalize for parts or get back up and running.

 

[dogman dan]

More or less, the kits (that type) are about the same whether you buy amazon or ebay, or the yes website. Other vendors have similar motors in the kits, but more sophisticated controllers and wiring. But the motors are pretty tough in even the cheap kits.

One thing you need to know, the 48v 1000w kit from yes has a pretty strong controller, which means more money needs to be spent on a strong battery. The 48v 1000w kit is a fast setup. 30 mph.

Your needs are pretty modest, so the 36v kit will cost you less in the battery. A good battery is the problem, $300-800 depending on how much range you need.

If you choose a 36v kit, it can be run on 48v later btw.

If you can ride 4 miles then charge, then ride 4 more back home, your 7 ah batteries might work ok if you ride very slow, like 10 mph.

 

[mike1665]

More or less, the kits (that type) are about the same whether you buy amazon or ebay, or the yes website. Other vendors have similar motors in the kits, but more sophisticated controllers and wiring. But the motors are pretty tough in even the cheap kits.

One thing you need to know, the 48v 1000w kit from yes has a pretty strong controller, which means more money needs to be spent on a strong battery. The 48v 1000w kit is a fast setup. 30 mph.

Your needs are pretty modest, so the 36v kit will cost you less in the battery. A good battery is the problem, $300-800 depending on how much range you need.

If you choose a 36v kit, it can be run on 48v later btw.

If you can ride 4 miles then charge, then ride 4 more back home, your 7 ah batteries might work ok if you ride very slow, like 10 mph.

Will the 48v work with 36v because if it will I can always upgrade in the future

 

[mike1665]

More or less, the kits (that type) are about the same whether you buy amazon or ebay, or the yes website. Other vendors have similar motors in the kits, but more sophisticated controllers and wiring. But the motors are pretty tough in even the cheap kits.

One thing you need to know, the 48v 1000w kit from yes has a pretty strong controller, which means more money needs to be spent on a strong battery. The 48v 1000w kit is a fast setup. 30 mph.

Your needs are pretty modest, so the 36v kit will cost you less in the battery. A good battery is the problem, $300-800 depending on how much range you need.

If you choose a 36v kit, it can be run on 48v later btw.

If you can ride 4 miles then charge, then ride 4 more back home, your 7 ah batteries might work ok if you ride very slow, like 10 mph.

Will the 48v work with 36v because if it will I can always upgrade in the future

Alright so, I got this battery http://www.ebay.com/itm/111231501048 and I just need a 48v SLA Charger help me?

 

[Martog]

More or less, the kits (that type) are about the same whether you buy amazon or ebay, or the yes website. Other vendors have similar motors in the kits, but more sophisticated controllers and wiring. But the motors are pretty tough in even the cheap kits.

One thing you need to know, the 48v 1000w kit from yes has a pretty strong controller, which means more money needs to be spent on a strong battery. The 48v 1000w kit is a fast setup. 30 mph.

Your needs are pretty modest, so the 36v kit will cost you less in the battery. A good battery is the problem, $300-800 depending on how much range you need.

If you choose a 36v kit, it can be run on 48v later btw.

If you can ride 4 miles then charge, then ride 4 more back home, your 7 ah batteries might work ok if you ride very slow, like 10 mph.

Will the 48v work with 36v because if it will I can always upgrade in the future

Alright so, I got this battery http://www.ebay.com/itm/111231501048 and I just need a 48v SLA Charger help me?

Did you buy the Yescom 48v kit?
If so, it comes with a 48v SLA charger. I don't think many of us use the ones that come with the kit as it seems that many of are using different voltages or different battery tech. So if you still need one you could probably get one from another ES member or off of EBay. You could also split the batteries and charge them with a common 12v charger but that would get old fast, especially at 7ah of capacity.

 

[mike1665]

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Did you buy the Yescom 48v kit?
If so, it comes with a 48v SLA charger. I don't think many of us use the ones that come with the kit as it seems that many of are using different voltages or different battery tech. So if you still need one you could probably get one from another ES member or off of EBay. You could also split the batteries and charge them with a common 12v charger but that would get old fast, especially at 7ah of capacity.[/quote]
Will this charger: http://www.ebay.com/itm/48V-20AH-Lead-Acid-Battery-Charger-For-Electric-Bike-Scooters-/331046397350 - Work with these batteries? http://www.monsterscooterparts.com/7ah48voagmba.html