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Originally Posted by Grant-53
The cost of meeting emission standards was never easy. Trucks, farm tractors, and construction equipment are the primary use of diesel engines. Worked selling parts for fifteen years between NAPA and Case IH. I built and raced slot cars starting in 1966 so I am familiar with electric motors and got a two year degree in Computer Integrated Manufacturing. What gets measured gets improved. If emissions is the weakness of automotive diesels then battery technology is the weakness of electric vehicles. Vegetable oil fuels benefit from additives and are renewable but not pollution free. Motorcycles are most sensitive to power to weight comparisons. Right now I am looking at rebuilding a pair of 50cc Honda scooters for my boys. I will look at improving torque, reducing smoke, and streamlining on these antique (30 yr) machines.
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Farm tractors and construction equipment are prime candidates for electrification. They don't go very far and need a lot of torque.
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Originally Posted by Grant-53
The good news is that electrics are very efficient. The bad news is they are twice as heavy and cost twice as much. Terry got his charge time down to 45 minutes with multiple chargers. E-bikes shine in urban 'stop and go' traffic due to regenerating braking. Dynamic braking replaces the need for anti lock systems. For long distance touring or rural use, biodiesel makes sense. Everyone benefits from drag reduction.
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Two weeks ago I met up with Brandon, creator of the Super Charger for motorcycles. His product changes a lot, even on my 2015 bike I can ride for 200km, plug in and be on my way again in 30min. So yes, definitely suitable for rural and touring.