I always encourage people to take a look at the EV Album. Your Project But what do you want? You might not even know yet. ( A different charger could charge them even faster - see details on the Batteries PDF) In this Instructable, I'll walk you through the work required with the motor, batteries, controller, and mounting all components, including showing you some low-tech paper and cardboard "CAD" tricks. Real-world range per charge is 23-32 miles, and charging takes less than 10 hours for a full charge. The cycle recharges from the wall, through a renewable energy program, and if there is a blackout, I can actually run my house off my electric motorcycle! In the future, I hope to expand my system to include charging the cycle with photovoltaic solar panels. The top speed and acceleration could be easily changed by swapping out a $20 stock sprocket. There's no oil to change, to mufflers to rust off, no air filter, no carbs to tweak, and no gasoline. The cycle is GEARED to 45 mph, has fairly good acceleration, no clutch or transmission. Contrary to popular belief, and electric motorcycle is NOT silent, but is CONSIDERABLY quieter than a typical gas cycle. The speed of the motor is controlled by an Alltrax brand "AXE" programmable controller that can run at up to 48 volts and 300 amps. It is powered by four Optima Yellow Top sealed (AGM) lead-acid batteries, that drive a Briggs & Stratton Etek electric motor. OVERVIEW The finished project is a 1981 Kawasaki KZ440, converted to electric.
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