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Old 07-20-2017, 12:44 PM   #45 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Ecky View Post
I can probably get a smaller bag. The 13.2kWh of batteries take up about this much space:

Surely you must mean 13.2 ah of batteries?

I've got a 36V Bafang BBS02 and 8 ah of lithium and a 7-speed rear cassette... in 1st gear the acceleration is nuts, but it tops out around 13-14mph. In 7th, the acceleration is acceptable, but the motor's getting worked pretty hard. I usually do 4th or 5th for top speed (around 28 mph level ground no pedaling).

If I just use it for tough hill climbs, it's good for 50 miles If I don't pedal and just mash the throttle all the way, it'd probably only last about 8 miles.
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