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Old 01-14-2008, 12:08 AM   #1 (permalink)
bennelson
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dirt simple e-bike

When I went to go check out a forklift motor, I saw that there was a smaller motor there from the pump.

It looked like the right size for a making a pretty powerful eletric bicycle.

I was wondering if anyone has done a REALLY simple/cheap electric bike.

I am thinking 3 batteries for 36 volts, with some sort of an allon/alloff power switch.

Use the pedals to get up to speed, then flip on the power for cruising - no fancy/expensive electronics or anything.

Any suggestions on a good way to do this?

-Ben

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