Recent content by jla

I know this is an old comment, but I think Lipo batteries are getting better by the year. I have had some lipos from early 2013 that I've used on 2 different hub motor builds that just died on me last month. I just got a new set of lipos for my latest build and have been amazed at how well they...

I recently had my first crash too. I was distracted and got too close to the curb. I flipped and thankfully went to a rolling stop on the grass. It was actually kind of fun, but i would imagine that it would have been bad if i landed on the pavement.

Wow this guy sounds just like me a few weeks ago. I had similar requirements when i started to plan. I just finished my first build (ty wes for the help) and I guess I should get started on my build post to help beginners out. In the meantime the OP should read the forum like crazy and be sure...

I recently purchased a new Icharger 106b+ from progressiverc and whenever I use it shocks me whenever I touch it. One obvious solution is to not touch the charger, but since the buttons are on the face it is hard to avoid touching the metal body. I thought it was because I was using it to...

I wanted to get the same thing, but they said it won't be in stock for a month or two. They have the 48v 500w kit, but that is significantly weaker than the 1000w equivalent.

Haha I get where your coming from. I guess the thought of a super cheap bike clouded my cheapskate mind. But hey for 50 bucks and new batteries it could make a pretty cool gift.

Hey ES forum! I wondering is this a good deal I have the opportunity to purchase a used Mongoose CX 24V450 for $50. It doesn't have batteries, but they were sla batteries anyways. If I do buy this bike I was planning to put in some lipos instead. I've been reading ES for the past week and...

I see that you have recommended this kit many times. Is it that good? How is the quality? When do you think they will restock? I am in a similar position as the OP but don't need as much range or power. A lot of people recommend lipos so would a 12s 10ah battery do 20 miles at 20mph (without...

Arghh! After a couple days of research I was set on purchasing this bike. Now the price just increased from $428 to $454 on Amazon. Oh well I'll just wait a while until it comes back down.