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in practice, the throttle is included in all kits that use a rotational pedal sensor, all kits and bikes that work with a torque sensor don't have a throttle. Even when the throttle is supplied, it is seldom use but it's a godsend when you need to: 1. pull away from stop in a wrong gear 2...

for once, BJ makes the brexiters feel happy about the support the EU gave to our government. Isn't it confusing?

at 14st, 350W is a good compromise. Don't pay any attention to the marketing hype. A 500W or even 1000W motor does not necessarily give more torque than a 250W legal motor. You have to take into account the motor type, gear reduction ratio, controller maximum current and voltage. It's best to...

The difference in cost between a 13AH (minimum for your commute) and 17AH (sensible choice) is about £100. you don't save money by buying a smaller capacity (13AH) for your commute. Firstly, the voltage of a smaller capacity sags more. More of it as a percentage will be converted into heat...

your project is real tough test for any would be suppliers. Firstly, a kit adds about 6+ kgs of unsprung weight to the bike which will weaken the frame over time. With the kind of mileage you envisage, start with a tough bike like a Surly or a Nukeproof. Then add a tough motor like a BPM. Then...

TM has bought us some time. we have until around June 2020 to really make up our mind how to see the future. You know I am a soft brexiter, I think getting out but staying close is the best compromise. Norway + is the best way.

so what are they going to do? Set up a new jungle camp in Calais to immigrate here?

that's good news! So C1 = 6 Phil, can you post your LCD3 settings here for reference?

I honestly can't see why we should be afraid of the Russians. What do they have that we should be afraid of? That does not stop BJ whipping up xenophobia though.

they look too young to be 'conditioned'.

I watched QT last night. It came as no surprise that a number of young people in the audience defended brexit with gusto. After two years of inflation since the vote, they still believe that brexit will deliver lower food price. What is surprising is how they still believe in having cake and...

I did not say that. All users of public roads, cycle tracks and public pathways must follow The Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles (Amendment) Regulations 2015. In practice, the DfT is in charge of interpreting the law and the police in charge of enforcing it. The DfT don't interpret the...

they do. the bike's assistance must cut off at 25kph. The police do not enforce the detailed specifications of EN15194 but manufacturers and importers have to certify their products. the rule makes clear the difference between an EPAC and an e-scooter...

you asked about the throttle. To ride an EPAC on public roads and pathways, the bike's assistance has to cut out at 25kph (15.5mph). 'off road' kits don't have the speed limited to 25kph.

yes.

I'll ask them tomorrow for you.

Phil, was it working before with the same controller?

in our brave new world where people spend so much time on the internet, it is not important that the story is true, it's only important whether you believe it or not.

I don't think it's overpriced. You know the Chinese as well as I do if not even more, they are very competitive. The vendor is Kocass.

there is no rule regarding kits. The rule about the banned 'twist and go' throttle only applies to manufacturers and importers. If the bike has a throttle, it must not be 'twist and go'. You have to pedal a bit to activate the throttle. After the purchase, if the customers want an electric...