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08-15-07, 09:08 AM
I have seen some electric motors rated at from 700 to 1,200 watts, 36 to 48 volts. I have heard that it is not a good idea to user fewer volts than a motor is built for...but what about the wattage? How does wattage factor into the performance of a bicycle? and also amperage? specifically I am looking at these kinds of motors:
http://tncscooters.com/partsdb.php?type=ES
What do these numbers mean in practical language? I am actually looking for a 350 watt motor but am thinking that if I get a 700 or more watt motor it may be more durable. Is this thinking correct? will a 700 watt motor be twice as heavy as a 350 watt motor? I plan to do some distance cycling out in the farm lands and am trying to find as many ways to avoid breaking down as possible. I plan to mount this to the front fork on a mountain bike and possibly add a 5 speed hub gearbox upfront also.
http://tncscooters.com/partsdb.php?type=ES
What do these numbers mean in practical language? I am actually looking for a 350 watt motor but am thinking that if I get a 700 or more watt motor it may be more durable. Is this thinking correct? will a 700 watt motor be twice as heavy as a 350 watt motor? I plan to do some distance cycling out in the farm lands and am trying to find as many ways to avoid breaking down as possible. I plan to mount this to the front fork on a mountain bike and possibly add a 5 speed hub gearbox upfront also.