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Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 07:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
Posted By JerseyEbiker

What battery are you using? Changing your wheel...

What battery are you using? Changing your wheel size to improve your ride sounds drastic. Can you post some pics and information on your bike so we can disect your problem?
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 07:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,233
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I carry my 48v/20ah in a backpack. Considering...

I carry my 48v/20ah in a backpack. Considering its worth almost as much as the bike and kit I want it with me at all times. You can find some great backpacks that are setup with wheels and a handle...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 07:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,246
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Any trek hybred is going to destroy itself in...

Any trek hybred is going to destroy itself in NYC. If you live in a decent area with smooth roads and no cabs I would say do it up. Im speaking from experience. Those Treks are wonderfull bikes for...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 07:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,929
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I buy directly from Conhismotor. When I buy a kit...

I buy directly from Conhismotor. When I buy a kit with the disc brake setup I ebay it from a Conhis motor rep. The last kit I ordered came with a regen controler. I ordered a normal controler. I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 07:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,929
Posted By JerseyEbiker

YXM has been reselling other brands from day one....

YXM has been reselling other brands from day one. They are famous for using the same motor for all 12v-48v hubs when it actauly is a YXM motor. At 48v and 500++ watts they are being over powered....
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 06:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,496
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Go to your local hardware store. Bring one of...

Go to your local hardware store. Bring one of your locking washers. First find a good drill bit that is about 1/8 of an inch smaller then the inside of the washer. Next purchase a peace of flat stock...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 06:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,683
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I would not worry about brake pads to much. With...

I would not worry about brake pads to much. With a 48v/1000w kit you should be looking into a disc brake kit asap.
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 06:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,082
Posted By JerseyEbiker

A few questions: -How much do you weigh? ...

A few questions:

-How much do you weigh?
-How much gear are you going to lug?(trailer maybee?)
-Is this a daily commuter, pleasure bike, or both?
-Do you own a bike currently that you enjoy?...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 06:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 991
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Its a hardtail. That thing will destroy itself in...

Its a hardtail. That thing will destroy itself in no time. I hope who ever is silly enough to spend that kind of money on it knows how to true a rim like a pro.
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-20-09, 06:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,126
Posted By JerseyEbiker

You have to be inventive. Not every setup is the...

You have to be inventive. Not every setup is the same. A controler is not worth much. Chances of someone risking arrest over one is very low. Chances that anyone aside from yourself passing buy even...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 03:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,929
Posted By JerseyEbiker

The controler is 28amp with no regen on this...

The controler is 28amp with no regen on this kitat 48v/1000w. I dont have the regen amps because I find those controlers to be far less reliable and I want my builds to above all things be problem...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 03:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,246
Posted By JerseyEbiker

There are a few 06 GT-IDXC models left in NYC. If...

There are a few 06 GT-IDXC models left in NYC. If you are over 6ft tall they are great for ebikes. Full suspension, durable and light. You can find them as low as 550$ online and around 750$ in NYC....
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 03:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,246
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I work with the NYPD every night. The e-bike laws...

I work with the NYPD every night. The e-bike laws in NYC are not enforced at all. There are tons of them on the street 24/7. Just about every asian delivery has a few. The reason being is there is no...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 02:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,683
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Dont remove the covers on that kit. You wont like...

Dont remove the covers on that kit. You wont like what you see. Everything is kept in place with industrail glue...

I am very interested in how you are going to mount your battery. With that kit...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 06:23 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 10,119
Posted By JerseyEbiker

A LOT of people bust my chops when it comes to my...

A LOT of people bust my chops when it comes to my ebikes. Especialy in the NYC area. Things like "What your to lazy to pedal" ect... They just cant comprehend the idea. Thing is when I blow by them...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 06:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,929
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Oh btw you can order directly from Conhismotor on...

Oh btw you can order directly from Conhismotor on the site. No need to ebay with them. Its a tad cheaper as well. If you want a disk brake kit you will need to ebay it however. The kits floating...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 06:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,929
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Nothing in common with Goldenmotor. All you have...

Nothing in common with Goldenmotor. All you have to do is take one of each kit apart and you will see what I mean...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-15-09, 06:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,929
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Conhismotor is the most expensive motor in China...

Conhismotor is the most expensive motor in China and the highest quality kit in China. Its also the most used kit on the planet all across China, central/south America and all of old Russia. Its the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-10-09, 07:17 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,219
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Funny.... Im 228 atm. If I didnt have my e-bike I...

Funny.... Im 228 atm. If I didnt have my e-bike I would never excersize at this time of year. It gets cold over here. I take my bike from 4-12 miles to the train every day, from the train to my job...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-10-09, 07:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,138
Posted By JerseyEbiker

lifpo packs are the most cost affective packs...

lifpo packs are the most cost affective packs around. You just have to show your wife the math and hope for the best.

A heavy SLA pack is going to add more wieght to your bike. It will wear your...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-07-09, 09:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,936
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I would opt for a rear wheel kit every time....

I would opt for a rear wheel kit every time. Simple reason is that there are no bikes with forks that are rated to handle that kind of abuse. It doesnt matter if its 250w-1000w. The stress put on the...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-07-09, 08:49 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,219
Posted By JerseyEbiker

The price I listed is for the 48v/20ah.

The price I listed is for the 48v/20ah.
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-07-09, 08:41 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,219
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I ebay my V-power packs for far less. $585 from...

I ebay my V-power packs for far less. $585 from cammy_cc ebayer shipping included. I could never figure out why the V-power site was priced so high. The free 5amp charger is top grade. Great BMS and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
11-06-09, 07:26 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,219
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I vouch for V-Power. Its the only battery I build...

I vouch for V-Power. Its the only battery I build with. Its just as good as any ping battery imo.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-26-09, 05:32 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,822
Posted By JerseyEbiker

The thing about hub motors is there is nothing to...

The thing about hub motors is there is nothing to fix ever pretty much. No noise, no moving parts and above all things no police bothering you when you ride. I have a friend with a cyclone kit. We...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-26-09, 05:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,727
Posted By JerseyEbiker

IMO the best motors for the money are...

IMO the best motors for the money are conhismotor.com items. They come disk ready. They are the highest quality and most expensive motors coming out of china as well. There are a good few ebay...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,822
Posted By JerseyEbiker

For hills and hubs you are looking at a 1000w kit...

For hills and hubs you are looking at a 1000w kit at 48v. It has to be gearless and brushless. Anything less for most hills is going to be hard on your AH.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 684
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Project: solo 48v or 2-24 volt chain drive kit

Ok I have my hub kits down pat. I love my 48/1000 gearless kit. However Its time for me to try a chain drive kit. The plan is to make use of my lifpo4 48v/20ah battery. This limits me to 2 24volt...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,102
Posted By JerseyEbiker

A 48v 1000w gearless hub motor of quality will...

A 48v 1000w gearless hub motor of quality will provide more pull up hills then you will ever need.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,908
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Peace of crap would cover any hub motor kit with...

Peace of crap would cover any hub motor kit with gears. Front wheel kits of any kind as well.
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

About upgrading the battery pack to lifpo4. You...

About upgrading the battery pack to lifpo4. You would have to find someone that can build you exactly the size you need to fit in the case. It would be a very hard find. Those cases are setup...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,276
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Great motors untill the gears strip out. Usualy...

Great motors untill the gears strip out. Usualy happens in no time. Not a daily rider. The second most common problem when over volting a golden motor is the inner workings of the motor coming loose....
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,831
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Kysmo is the bike almost every electric delivery...

Kysmo is the bike almost every electric delivery guy in NYC uses. Its a great reliable machine. The new models are aluminium frames and boast a better motor. 18mph for 18 miles out of the box without...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-02-09, 05:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,806
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Just buy a 36v controler. Its only going to be...

Just buy a 36v controler. Its only going to be like 40$ on ebay.....
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-15-09, 07:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,251
Posted By JerseyEbiker

The only real problem here is hub motors are not...

The only real problem here is hub motors are not produced on an industrial level that allows for more research and developement or lower cost. 98% of them are from china as well. Geared hubs are all...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-15-09, 07:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,126
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Right now I am using a plastic toolbox and a...

Right now I am using a plastic toolbox and a rachet strap. I install a key lock on the wrachet strap for security. I installed hooks and padding inside the box that I use rubber bungy straps to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-15-09, 07:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

NYC has a ban on all electric assisted bikes atm....

NYC has a ban on all electric assisted bikes atm. The e-bikes fall under the same laws as a wheel chair with electric assist. What NYC has done is ban all electric vehicles with pedals. Its not...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-15-09, 07:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

These are not lifpod4 batteries btw. They are...

These are not lifpod4 batteries btw. They are using the old lion tech. 300-500 full cycles. More if you dont drain the battery all the way down.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-15-09, 07:16 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

You can contact Buybuystore directly in NYC via...

You can contact Buybuystore directly in NYC via the phone. They sell replacement batteries for 300-350$ depending on the voltage. When the battery is no good you order a new one. When the unit arives...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I can actualy recomend this brand highly. I know...

I can actualy recomend this brand highly. I know tons of delivery guys in NYC that use these year round. The battery pack is 300 to replace and lasts a year. They ride these every day rain or shine....
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

This is the new model. Its a very nice ride. ...

This is the new model. Its a very nice ride.

http://www.buybuystore.com/shopexd.asp?id=98

This is the new revision of the older model but its only 24v instead of 36. Iron frame is a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

The latest model is all aluminium. You wont see...

The latest model is all aluminium. You wont see it for under 900$. The old models have 250-300w motors and steel frames. You can find the contact informatoin for the owners of buybuystore in NYC and...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:45 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,917
Posted By JerseyEbiker

The problem with most ezips ect is noise. Most of...

The problem with most ezips ect is noise. Most of the chain drive kits collect dirt as well. Its a problem when commuting to work. For the best reliability you are stuck with a brushless/gearless hub...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,215
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I recomend a bike with a 700c wheel for your...

I recomend a bike with a 700c wheel for your ride. Its the best for resistance and distance.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,215
Posted By JerseyEbiker

For a 13 mile commute round trip you are going to...

For a 13 mile commute round trip you are going to realisticly need a 48v/1000w kit. You can do it with a 450w kit and a 20ah battery but you will be running at near the limits of the hub.

The...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,965
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Cammy cc on ebay is just as good as Ping imo. I...

Cammy cc on ebay is just as good as Ping imo. I buy his batteries for my e-builds and he is usualy always 100$ cheaper and faster on testing and delivery. He uses the same BMS and cells as Ping. They...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 726
Posted By JerseyEbiker

Your kit is limited by the 48v/250w setup. Find...

Your kit is limited by the 48v/250w setup. Find out if its the same motor used for the higher kits. Your controler limits the power. If its the same motor but only the 250w controler you are looking...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
Posted By JerseyEbiker

NEVER use a front wheel kit. Its hell on the...

NEVER use a front wheel kit. Its hell on the frame. Its hell on any fork. NEVER use a front wheel kit on a suspension fork ever. It will fail its only a matter of time and place. I dont care if its...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

I would like to note that the only kysmo bikes...

I would like to note that the only kysmo bikes worth it are the 2 models I speak of. The lower models are rebrand crud. Bad brakes and horrible batteries.
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-13-09, 04:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 9,781
Posted By JerseyEbiker

There are 2 kinds of Kysmo bikes floating around....

There are 2 kinds of Kysmo bikes floating around. One is the older steel frame model. Its a bit on the heavy side but well built. Delivery guys use those year round. Typicly for a 180pnd person you...
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