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    When people stare at your bike and ask you question...

    Since I have an ebike, I have many people asking me questions about it. For me, the bike is nice but not that special. Sometimes, when I'm parking the bike, some people stand next to my bike and stare at it. They really look closely, it's like they want to try the bike. Unfortunately, my...
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    My battery lost 1/3 of its capacity

    Merry christmas all, I have a 36V10A Li(NiCoMn)O2 battery purchased in september and was using it every day to commute (3 km*2 = 6 km/day). I was doing about 50 to 70 km/week. So in 4 months I've done around 700-1000 km. My bike uses around 12 wh/km. So for 1000 km I used 1000*12 = 12000Wh...
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    electricity explained

    really nice wayto explain how it works :)
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    My wattmetter only shows the voltage

    Hello there, This is the first time I plugged my wattmeter into my e-scooter. And when I put the motor on, there is only the voltage that varies. Other indicators remain to 0: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGq35Tg1L9Y Is it normal? Shouldn't the Wh and Ah displayed instantly? Also, I've way...
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    Project - Put the batteries and controller in a backpack

    Hello there, I've been following closely JerrySimon thread on his portable e-bike with battery and controller in a backpack: I want to do the saaaaaame!!! :) I opened everything from my controller and I have this: I'm still unsure what are doing half of the connectors, even thought I have...
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    Wheels doesn't seem really straight?

    Guys, I noticed that recently. The rear wheel doesn't seem to be completely straight: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twYFfFYP2bc I'm not sure if it's normal or not, do you think it's a spoke problem and what should I do to fix it?
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    [Noobie] First step to Lipo

    Hello there, I'm planning to start using Lipo and purchased a second hand e-scooter that would use it. He helped to choose what I have to purchase (really nice guy) The problem is that now I have my shopping list and I don't know how to make it work. I'm trying to do a very basic thing: -...
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    Is my disc rotator bent?

    I tried many times to fixe my brake but it seems to be always squeaking whatever I do. I'm now wondering if my disc rotator is bent: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2ev6KqoX-s Any thought?
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    Newbie - How to plug a wattmeter to my bike?

    I just purchased a wattmeter from eBay: Turnigy 130A Watt Meter and Power Analyzer I would like to know how much power it uses. But I don't know how to do that. I just received the wattmetter with nothing to connect. Do you know what cables and plug should I use / buy?
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    Help - My pedelec is not working

    Today I hit something with my speed controller and it was completely detached from the bike: Here is how I fix it back. But now, the pedelec is only at the lowest speed, I'm litterally running at 10km/H :( I tried to see what happened inside: It seems that the green cable has...
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    Cycle insurance benchmark

    Hello there, I'm looking to insure my electric bike. I really need to be able to lock it somewhere without being afraid of being stolen. I came across several cycle insurance, and I'm on my way to make a decision. Information found will be gradully added here: Users feedback: Cycleguard...
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    Belt locks - Nice innovation?

    Hello there, I was looking for a sold secure silver rated lock and I've found this Hiplock: It is a bit gimmick but quite interesting: You just keep your lock on your belt until you need to use it. Demonstration: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORwnAny2lM0 As bonus, it can be used as...
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    Conhismotor electric bike review

    Hello there, The bike finally arrived. I was so excited today. Received it at work and assembled it directly in 40 mn :cool: They think I'm crazy about bike but that's fine :rolleyes: Bike total cost: £700 including shipping charge and additional accessories. eBay - The UK's Online...
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    Conhismotor electric bike

    Hello there, I've purchased this bike: Hummer electric bike Specs: Frame: 26" aluminum alloy shock absorption foldable frame Fork: Aluminium alloy suspension fork Transmission: SHIMANO external 6 -speed...
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    Magnum plus lock - Up to £1400 warranty

    Has anyone purchased these lock? MAGNUM Secure Lock Systems - Magnum Plus Manufacturer claims to offer up to £1400 money back if your bike get stolen with these lock. Doesn't that worth bike insurance? Problem is that they require the model and serial number, things we don't have with...
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    Commuting with kid e-scooter

    I've maybe found a way to commute with an e-scooter: - It only weigth 10kg - It's really small and can be put in a bag - It reaches 20km/h during 20 km - I can use it on sidewalk. - It's amazingly cheap (less than £100 and I won't be bothered to get it stolen) NEW Lextek 120w Black Foldable...
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    Why do people think 25km/h speed limitation is safe?

    I'm sorry but I completely disagree with the 25km/h speed limitation on bike. I'm for now riding a non electric bike (sent back my slow one) and have an average speed of 15-20km/h. And I feel it's really dangerous on the road because I'm way too slow compared to the cars surrounding me. Today...
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    You vs the average cyclist

    Hello there, Since I was peddling with my 13km/h electric bike and seen that all cyclists were faster than me... it makes me realize that the average cyclist should be able to maintain at least 25km/h on average on the road. So, my though is that you, with your (regulated and in law) electric...
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    Controller missing - Increase bike speed

    Hello there, I recently purchased a bike on ebay: eBay - The UK's Online Marketplace I though it was a bargain for a new bike. (£320 with shipping cost included) However, once the bike is assembled, electric assistance can be barely noticed and max speed is around 13 km/h :( It's really too...
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    Noah HK 9kg bike

    Has anyone heard of this bike? SuZhou NOAHHK Electric Bicycle Co.,Ltd Specs: Motor power:120Watts Maximum speed:20Km/h Main material quality:Aluminum alloy Standard carrying capacity:75Kg Transmission system:Two levels of electrons change speed Tire size:16 inches Continues...