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  1. KirstinS

    36v and 48v controller vs speed question

    Sorry I see it's in the downloadable file - I missed that
  2. KirstinS

    36v and 48v controller vs speed question

    Excellent, thanks Do you happen to know if it also comes with independent throttle, can see anything on bms website either way ?
  3. KirstinS

    36v and 48v controller vs speed question

    Thanks but can't stretch to whole new battery ! Looks like options are 1) that s12s 2) the 48v integrated ( prob should have got in the first place !) Any need to worry that a 500w s12s at 20a would kill a 350w bpm?
  4. KirstinS

    36v and 48v controller vs speed question

    I've got a new one of these https://bmsbattery.com/ebike-battery/683-36v125ah-bottle-09-e-bike-battery-charger-battery.html It does say 20a continuous And the booster is the nice Panasonics :)
  5. KirstinS

    36v and 48v controller vs speed question

    I’ve been putting off asking this question , feel a bit daft asking it but needs must ! Short version – all else things being equal will my speed reduce if I replace my 36v KU65 controller with a 48v controller ? Long version I have a front 350w BPM, KU65, 36v 12.5ah triangle battery (from...
  6. KirstinS

    Eh? How can this work ? Vastly faster charging

    http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/132825-quick-charge-2-0-what-is-it-and-why-do-you-need-it Ok, this is aimed at mobile market primarliy but they use lithium. And they talk about 12v charging How can it charge so much faster without frying innards or affecting battery life ? The article seems...
  7. KirstinS

    Important new safety device....

    At least it wasn't an umbrella
  8. KirstinS

    Important new safety device....

    If I. Bought those for the wife for Valentine I'd be indicating from significantly lower part of the body
  9. KirstinS

    Important new safety device....

    What on earth were you actually looking for ?!
  10. KirstinS

    Brompton Nano - Increase speed?

    You could buy a replacement motor that is more powerful and still fits a Brompton I believe keyde are popular choice Otherwise perhaps increasing volts but decreasing the amps is an option You can then keep watts about the same as now You will lose torque but gain Speed You would need a...
  11. KirstinS

    Disadvantages of small wheels?

    Although I no longer own one I loved my. Brompton with even smaller 16 inch You just got used to looking for small potholes that wouldn't bother a full size
  12. KirstinS

    indiegogo Storm bike

    "the ability to run on sand or snow as well as pavement, a maximum speed of 20 mph, a range of 30 to 50 miles, and a recharge time of just 90 minutes." with a 350w motor and a weak 9ah bottle battery my tuppence is 1) full recharge in 90 minutes isnt happening. To 80% maybe 2) 20mph top speed...
  13. KirstinS

    New aluminium alloy - strong as titanium and 10% of cost

    now this is interesting http://gizmodo.com/new-iron-aluminum-alloy-is-strong-and-light-as-titanium-1683920338?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+gizmodo%2Ffull+%28Gizmodo%29 This means I plausibly one day be able to afford the mid drive titanium hardtail I covet ! I...
  14. KirstinS

    Where can I get a split pas ring ?

    Hiya Anyone know of a uk source for the easy install split PAS ring ? And would it matter if my old one has fewer magnets than the new one ? Thanks Kirstin
  15. KirstinS

    UK to Harmonise Electric Bike Law with Europe?

    Thanks flecc That clear it up ! Although I'm a little disappointed as I had originally thought independant throttles had made it through
  16. KirstinS

    UK to Harmonise Electric Bike Law with Europe?

    Odd, I can't see anything about throttles in the SI And it was in the consultation Although I don't recall type approval being required I'll check when I have time
  17. KirstinS

    Battery connection

    Sorry, I checked but looks like I threw it away :( You could still just buy 2x female 3 prong and one male 3 prong and replace both batteries and bike
  18. KirstinS

    It could be a record

    Most amount of miles done without recharging ?
  19. KirstinS

    It could be a record

    Weight loss ? Lots of folk do that in Jan.
  20. KirstinS

    It could be a record

    Didn't get involved in futile "what's legal" discussion for a whole month ?