meanjoegreen
02-14-08, 11:24 AM
http://www.ebikehub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=256
Anybody know what system they are using for the motor?
Anybody know what system they are using for the motor?
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cerewa
02-15-08, 12:16 PM
Looking at the picture, uses essentially the same concept as the cyclone kit: the motor and the cranks each have a "chainring" that they turn, while the rear wheel has multiple cogs. Switching to a large rear cog puts the pedals and the motor in "low gear"
AllenG
02-15-08, 02:36 PM
http://www.ebikehub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=256
Anybody know what system they are using for the motor?
Panasonic makes their own system, Giant used to use them for their Giant/Twist.
The motor is mounted right behind the bottom bracket, which has a pressure sensor (the harder you pedal the stronger the motor output), and the crank freewheels when pedaled backwards (the chain only moves in one direction).
A very natural feeling system and it has the advantage of being able to use the bikes gearing since the motor is inline to the chain.
Anybody know what system they are using for the motor?
Panasonic makes their own system, Giant used to use them for their Giant/Twist.
The motor is mounted right behind the bottom bracket, which has a pressure sensor (the harder you pedal the stronger the motor output), and the crank freewheels when pedaled backwards (the chain only moves in one direction).
A very natural feeling system and it has the advantage of being able to use the bikes gearing since the motor is inline to the chain.