Old 08-05-12 | 11:49 AM
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SiXiam
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Originally Posted by EBikeFL
Yes, Spirit733t is correct. I first thought that the e-brake had to be used with the twist throttle but looking just now at the twist throttle connections I believe the e-brake could be used with either the thumb throttle or the twist throttle. I don't use the e-brake handles and I haven't had any problems. If I need to stop I stop pedaling and/or stop using the thumb throttle and apply my brakes. I also noticed that instead of riding full speed to the light if I just coast to the light when I see it changing to red I save wear and tear on the brakes and save battery power as well. Ideally, the light turns green before I come to a complete stop and I use even less battery power versus having to start from a complete stop.

SiXiam, don't forget to use the Pitlock system everywhere you can - i.e., the seat post and front wheel. I also didn't see a bike lock in your list of purchases. This is the one I use http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ls_o00_s00_i00
Also, don't forget to purchase rechargeable AA and AAA batteries for the Bicygnals and anything else which requires that type of power source. You'll never have to purchase batteries again. These are the ones I picked up: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ms_ohs_product

I have also found these velcro ties to be very useful in multiple places on the e-bike and to secure cords:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ms_ohs_product
I use two ties linked together on both sides of the front Bicygnal to secure it to the Topeak bar extender and the base of the front Bicygnal after I noticed it would always vibrate loose.

Kd5ete, nice pictures! Thanks for sharing them.

On my ride this morning, I received lots of smiles and confused looks from motorcyclists and car drivers. One even gave me the motorcycle solute. lol People find it hard to categorize my e-bike. Their eyes see a bicycle but their brains tell them that no bicycle can go that fast. The two signals seem to conflict with each other and I see a puzzled look on their faces. It's very funny.
Thanks, that's what I needed to know! I ordered the 48volt 1000watt Jade kit.

Yeah, no bike lock or security just yet. Starting out I'm just going from home to work, so nothing is needed. As you said in another post I'm going to want to take this thing everywhere! In that case things will quickly change.

Great minds think alike! I already have rechargeable eneloops.

I did my cost benefit analysis and I'm going for the Headway 48v 20ah battery. Its only $6 more than the Ping 15ah and that includes a 6amp charger.
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