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    Newb

    with a bit more looking and being open minded, Its probably easier to get a single battery that is a bit bigger (AH) and mount it somewhere else. I didnt want to have a battery rack permanently attached to the frame. so either in a frame bag? is this a thing? or I have a front rack which i...
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    Newb

    Thanks VFR so I was thinking - Controller and display - KT 17a sinewave and LCD8S motor - swx02 or XF07 - anyone better for heavy weight and hills? battery - 36v 10.5ah - such as this one from ALiexpress - or similar if anyone can recommend a supplier? If i used ST 60 connections I could...
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    Am I nuts or is it possible?

    only other thing id suggest is to make sure you have good quality cycling clothing, nothing worse than being wet and cold with a long cycle ahead! make sure you budget for this as well. I do 10 miles each way without an Ebike at the moment - Currently deciding what to get - and that is from...
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    Newb

    Thanks both, valid points. The Commute total ( both ways) is 21 miles with 900ft of climbing. There is one rise on the way home of about 300ft in 1.5m - as mentioned above total weight is around 120kg - any issues with overheating during the climbs? So a 17a kt will be better suited for a...
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    Newb

    HI all, been cycling and commuting for many years, looking to convert my current bike into a stealth ebike. my commute is 10m each way, usually 3-5 days a week. been perusing for quite a while figuring some of this out, im a mechanical engineer who dabbles in electronics, it should belong in...