MachineShopDave
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- Oct 27, 2013
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Hi All!
This is my first post, Dave from CT-USA, and I have to say THANK YOU so much for all the helpful threads I have been reading, I am so excited to communicate with the friendliest, brightest folks I have ever seen on any forum I frequent!
I think I know what I am going to build, but choosing products is the hard part. So I am going to post my desires, and I would like to get your take on what battery, motor, controller, and DH bike you would use.
I am going to pull the trigger on ordering everything this month (unless it is worth waiting for a new product) and have this bike on the road for Christmas! I own a job shop so I can fabricate anything required, that is no problem, but off the shelf parts are preferred.
That being said, if anyone needs some parts made up or modified, I would not mind helping you out with a good price, but I will not be competing with your other manufacturers on the board.
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Desires:
Electric dirtbike for hill terrain and to commute 25 miles or more. Would like 1hr of charge capacity under heavy riding, unconcerned with recharge time. Would like very, very torquey, top speed 35-50mph. Operate in 30 degF or above. Prefer closest to standard DH bike look as possible, narrow, weight less than 120 lbs. Keep total cost (materials only) $3-5000.
Bike:
Downhill with 6" plus travel full suspension. Must fit batts in triangle. Used model, 18-20" frame.
I am thinking the Giant DH Comp is highly regarded for this.
Hub Motor:
Would like A LOT of torque for rear 26" wheel. 72-96V system voltage.
Crystalyte X5*** or Crown? This is where I need the most help. I want robustness.
Batteries:
I would like to assemble cells to fit custom box in triangle, can extend above and below if required. The best batteries are preferred, I am thinking Sony V3 18650's. Zippy's are OK too, but I think with the cells I can fit more in the triangle. Batteries will be my biggest expense, I want A LOT of capacity.
Controller:
High amp capacity WITH regen, cheaper quality is OK. Would like the fancy display screen. Would like to monitor core battery and motor temp.
Charger:
The best I can get to increase battery longevity.
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I promise to keep this thread going with photos and updates and videos, this has been my dream toy and I finally obtained the spare capital to begin and complete this project!
What am I missing???
MachineShopDave
This is my first post, Dave from CT-USA, and I have to say THANK YOU so much for all the helpful threads I have been reading, I am so excited to communicate with the friendliest, brightest folks I have ever seen on any forum I frequent!
I think I know what I am going to build, but choosing products is the hard part. So I am going to post my desires, and I would like to get your take on what battery, motor, controller, and DH bike you would use.
I am going to pull the trigger on ordering everything this month (unless it is worth waiting for a new product) and have this bike on the road for Christmas! I own a job shop so I can fabricate anything required, that is no problem, but off the shelf parts are preferred.
That being said, if anyone needs some parts made up or modified, I would not mind helping you out with a good price, but I will not be competing with your other manufacturers on the board.
---------------------------------
Desires:
Electric dirtbike for hill terrain and to commute 25 miles or more. Would like 1hr of charge capacity under heavy riding, unconcerned with recharge time. Would like very, very torquey, top speed 35-50mph. Operate in 30 degF or above. Prefer closest to standard DH bike look as possible, narrow, weight less than 120 lbs. Keep total cost (materials only) $3-5000.
Bike:
Downhill with 6" plus travel full suspension. Must fit batts in triangle. Used model, 18-20" frame.
I am thinking the Giant DH Comp is highly regarded for this.
Hub Motor:
Would like A LOT of torque for rear 26" wheel. 72-96V system voltage.
Crystalyte X5*** or Crown? This is where I need the most help. I want robustness.
Batteries:
I would like to assemble cells to fit custom box in triangle, can extend above and below if required. The best batteries are preferred, I am thinking Sony V3 18650's. Zippy's are OK too, but I think with the cells I can fit more in the triangle. Batteries will be my biggest expense, I want A LOT of capacity.
Controller:
High amp capacity WITH regen, cheaper quality is OK. Would like the fancy display screen. Would like to monitor core battery and motor temp.
Charger:
The best I can get to increase battery longevity.
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I promise to keep this thread going with photos and updates and videos, this has been my dream toy and I finally obtained the spare capital to begin and complete this project!
What am I missing???
MachineShopDave