So I believe i've gathered enough information to almost think I know what I need for my (tentative) 35-40mph DIY project, but my lack of experience is obvious so i'd like a critical evaluation before I formally buy anything:
First, the motor...I thought that my voilamart 1000w 9c clone would be fine if it had more power, but it seems like investing into a true 1500w-2000w motor will probably prevent many issues before they start, so that's a priority.
2ndly, the controller, I thought i'd be fine with whatever generic one would come with the aforementioned kit, except unless I hear otherwise I will need one that's able to deal with a 72v battery, so buying that separately may also be necessary.
3rd, the battery, in order to fulfill my need 4 speed, I clearly will need a decent amount of volts, but at a size that's practical enough to fit on a mountain bike (tentatively), really preferably in a shark case, since i've become spoiled with being able to lock my battery up while i'm in stores, but at these price-points I may consider adapting to some sorta locking cover, not sure.
4th, cooling, If I have a big-ol appropriately sized motor as opposed to trying to supercharge my voilamart 9c clone, will I still need to worry about overheating and such? In any event, I have statorade in mind.
5th, the bike itself, I'm using a mountain bike with steel forks and no suspension at the moment, with v-brakes. It doesn't seem like that would be wise for the upgraded power, so I may end up replacing that as well, especially given the condition of the state-funded roads here in the midwest. I read that smaller wheels (20inch) somehow help increase speed? Was kind of confused by that, but I'm trying to be optimal, however if the pricing is too ridiculous for a full-suspension bike with 20-inch wheels i'm staying 26. Speaking of pricing, if I cannot stay below the price of something that can zoom me along without becoming a mechanic, I will probably go that route, but the time it seems to take for those things to be specially made is not time i'm willing to wait when I could reasonable do it myself faster and cheaper.
Now, my actual needs: I would like to be able to go 35+ for relatively short periods (under 10 minutes) when i'm on main roads to keep up with traffic, as it unnerves me to be putting along with questionable motorists behind me without the ability to reasonably accelerate if needed. The rest of the time my average speed is around 20mph, and I like to help my motor when the uphill seems rough because why not? I do not ride for fun, or on trails to intimidate local senior citizens, this is my vehicle. So in the expert opinion of those who have traversed these roads for much longer than I, please tell me all the holes in my plan so I can avoid expensive errors. Being as there's shipping issues in china right now, I'd like to get everything from places with U.S stock,also. I am a very large man, at 125 pounds (not kilograms), so factor that in as well. Also before anyone says "get a motorcycle m8", I don't have a license, nor do I necessarily want to get one right now, so there's that.
Thank you for reading and I look forward to your feedback.
First, the motor...I thought that my voilamart 1000w 9c clone would be fine if it had more power, but it seems like investing into a true 1500w-2000w motor will probably prevent many issues before they start, so that's a priority.
2ndly, the controller, I thought i'd be fine with whatever generic one would come with the aforementioned kit, except unless I hear otherwise I will need one that's able to deal with a 72v battery, so buying that separately may also be necessary.
3rd, the battery, in order to fulfill my need 4 speed, I clearly will need a decent amount of volts, but at a size that's practical enough to fit on a mountain bike (tentatively), really preferably in a shark case, since i've become spoiled with being able to lock my battery up while i'm in stores, but at these price-points I may consider adapting to some sorta locking cover, not sure.
4th, cooling, If I have a big-ol appropriately sized motor as opposed to trying to supercharge my voilamart 9c clone, will I still need to worry about overheating and such? In any event, I have statorade in mind.
5th, the bike itself, I'm using a mountain bike with steel forks and no suspension at the moment, with v-brakes. It doesn't seem like that would be wise for the upgraded power, so I may end up replacing that as well, especially given the condition of the state-funded roads here in the midwest. I read that smaller wheels (20inch) somehow help increase speed? Was kind of confused by that, but I'm trying to be optimal, however if the pricing is too ridiculous for a full-suspension bike with 20-inch wheels i'm staying 26. Speaking of pricing, if I cannot stay below the price of something that can zoom me along without becoming a mechanic, I will probably go that route, but the time it seems to take for those things to be specially made is not time i'm willing to wait when I could reasonable do it myself faster and cheaper.
Now, my actual needs: I would like to be able to go 35+ for relatively short periods (under 10 minutes) when i'm on main roads to keep up with traffic, as it unnerves me to be putting along with questionable motorists behind me without the ability to reasonably accelerate if needed. The rest of the time my average speed is around 20mph, and I like to help my motor when the uphill seems rough because why not? I do not ride for fun, or on trails to intimidate local senior citizens, this is my vehicle. So in the expert opinion of those who have traversed these roads for much longer than I, please tell me all the holes in my plan so I can avoid expensive errors. Being as there's shipping issues in china right now, I'd like to get everything from places with U.S stock,also. I am a very large man, at 125 pounds (not kilograms), so factor that in as well. Also before anyone says "get a motorcycle m8", I don't have a license, nor do I necessarily want to get one right now, so there's that.
Thank you for reading and I look forward to your feedback.