Hi grandad
just wondered if you had got round to doing any trial runs yet with 2 batterys in place would like to know what kind of distance you will get and how the twistlite will cope with the extra weight keep up the good work
NIGEL
Nigel
I can't at the moment give any definitive results yet as, when I have been able to use the bike we have had variable weather, high winds, rain hail and sun.
Here are some observations however:
Weight wise, first of all I put the battery in a saddlebag up on end and although when riding no difference was noticed when off the bike and maneuvering it felt a bit awkward and top heavy.
With my new copper strip battery connectors, I was able to lay the battery flat at the bottom of the bag and, as it lowered the centre of gravity, it felt easier to handle.
The new battery seems to give only about 70% of the capacity of the Giant one at the moment but that should improve after a few more charge/discharge cycles. Starting the journeys I use the new battery, returning on the old one.
I have not cut the cable to length yet, it's 2.2M, and so it would be feasible to mount a spare battery in a trailer. I should however get a lower voltage drop when I do shorten it.
I must admit to be pleased with the system, when the batteries are switched over its like switching on the reserve tank on a motorbike.
The next part of the mod is to design, construct and attach a sub rack beneath the saddlebag attached to the pannier rack.
The saga continues.
I’ll bet you wished that you hadn't asked now!