gwsaltspring
100 W
I don't think I have come across any posts by anyone who uses a motorized trailer attached to their bike for propulsion.
Is this just not done?
greg
Is this just not done?
greg
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I havent tried one yet but am thinking on these lines
http://www.made-in-china.com/trade-offers/offerviewFhnmiaTyjQEx/Cooperate-Electric-Bicycle-Pusher-Trailer.html
http://www.electric-bikes.com/bidwell.htm
http://www.made-in-china.com/trade-offers/offerviewFhnmiaTyjQEx/Cooperate-Electric-Bicycle-Pusher-Trailer.html
http://www.electric-bikes.com/bidwell.htm
mvadventure
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Conceptually I think this is a GREAT idea. More cargo space, probably much better handling on the bike itself, simple installation, no problems with SLA weight, etc. However I doubt I'd buy one until I rode one or at least listened/read reports from several folks who actually did own one. On the surface it seems low speed severe cornering could be tricky and it's stuff like that I'd be concerned about.
Plus, and this is a big plus, it won't look like an EV bike at all and won't generate the double take from local law enforcement. Maybe.
Mike
Plus, and this is a big plus, it won't look like an EV bike at all and won't generate the double take from local law enforcement. Maybe.
Mike
TylerDurden
100 GW
The two-wheeler (bidwell) is very easy to make, but it can flip.
The single (moto-bob) is requires a hub motor, etc. but cannot flip.
Both styles should employ a safety device to prevent a riderless jackknife , or if the rear bike wheel loses grip.
:?
The single (moto-bob) is requires a hub motor, etc. but cannot flip.
Both styles should employ a safety device to prevent a riderless jackknife , or if the rear bike wheel loses grip.
:?
Malcolm
10 kW
To avoid problems with jack-knifing and compromised handling you could always use a lightweight motor such as the Puma fitted to the rear wheel of your bike, but place the batteries and controller on the trailer.
jerryt
100 W
Post using motorized trailer
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=703&highlight=
http://endless-sphere.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=703&highlight=
Rassy
1 MW
JerryT referenced my post about my current trike and power trailer. Before that project I set up a cheap mountain bike with a two wheel power trailer. It worked great and never felt tippy. Since I also had a hub motor on the front wheel, there were about 75 pounds of sla in the trailer, all below the axel level. I found the bike a lot more normal feeling with the trailer than the same bike with 25 pounds of sla on the rear rack. Without the hub motor on the bike, this could be a real stealthy rig. However, I am real old (67) and not into high speeds as many on this forum, and am more than happy with a top speed of about 20 MPH. I would still be using the old MB but I fell in love with the recumbent trike and I like the additional torque obtained with the 20" wheels.
gwsaltspring
100 W
Well what do you know I came across a couple of bikes on island today with the e-ride BOB trailer conversion that Lowell provided a link to.
Didn't really like like the attitude of the owner so I may not follow up but seems like it might climb the hill up to the new homestead.
One of my other neighbors to be got a TF recently I should follow up with her and see how it climbs the hill as a comparison.
Good feedback troops.
Cheers
Didn't really like like the attitude of the owner so I may not follow up but seems like it might climb the hill up to the new homestead.
One of my other neighbors to be got a TF recently I should follow up with her and see how it climbs the hill as a comparison.
Good feedback troops.
Cheers
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