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Truck Trike
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Stromer ST1
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Audi Electric Bike
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m55
m55 Terminus the $35,000 Austrian Bike
Front headlights are the most custom we have ever seen. Meticulously cnc'd [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4226.jpg]510carbon fiber panels
New Carbon Fiber panels [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4233.jpg]550
cnc detail [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4234.jpg]560
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masterpiece bike, built like a Swiss watch. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4260.jpg]740
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custom front forks [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4281.jpg]670
monstrous view of the front [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4323.jpg]670
Rear tail light mounted on seat post. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4324.jpg]820
On and off control buttons built into the downtube. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4335.jpg]700
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See the detail in the aluminum rear fenders...no plastic on this ebike. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4351.jpg]680
cnc detail at base of the seat tube [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_dx7_4357.jpg]970
custom lcd read out built into handlebars. No Cycle Analyst on this bike, custom parts are used wherever possible [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/m55/thumbs/thumbs_m55_terminus.jpg]790
etek tribute
This etek did 80mph on the salt flats. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_etek6.jpg]610Original Gangster
The quintessential electric bike hotrod...cheap frame to start with...blazingly powerful Etek bolted on any way possible with lead acid battties. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_eteccreation.jpg]690
Beautiful custom framed etek bike...a shame it has heavy lead acid batteries instead of lithium. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_etekbike2.jpg]740
A beautifully clean Etek creation [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_etekbikejpg.jpg]730
The creations creator...complete with the "Etek Grin" [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_lukeagni.jpg]700Liveforphysics 2011
A more modern incarnation, liveforphysics uses a lithium powered agni motor (a newer version of the Lynch motor) to dominate a ebike hill climbing race in San Francisco. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_p1010597.jpg]700HIll Climb Race 2002
Back in the day, 2 etek powered monsters are lined up at starting line for race up steep hill. They would hit speeds of 50mph...up a steep grade. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_trike.jpg]680Monster Trike
This trike i an example of a modern day creation, etek propelled and lithium powered. A lethal combination. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_jackal2.jpg]720Thunderstruck Jackal
The Jackal was is a Etek powered scooter capable of speeds of over 50mph produced by thunderstruck motors and co-designed by author. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_etekbmx.jpg]730Etek BMX
Etek garage build bikes are usually not safe and sane. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_motorc09.jpg]730Thunderstruck Jackal
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_bike-etek-detail.jpg]670Etek detail
A close up of an example of how an etek can mount to the driveline of a common day bicycle, thus converting it to death machine. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_motor_mini_bike.jpg]640Etek Style
Gotta love the style of this builder...cheap chinese scooter turned into death machine [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_eteckpocketbike.jpg]580Etek Pocket Bike
The author of this article did 70mph on this etek powered pocket bike at a drag track in Woodburn Oregon at an EV drag race. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_moto15_3.jpg]9303 Lynch Motors
3 incarnations of the lynch design motor, the etek on the far left and the agni on far right. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_motorman.jpg]720
Lead acid powered etec motorcross bike...not exactly a bicycle...but an etek. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_radtogoetec.jpg]670Etek
Gotta love this guy. A $100 chinese rad-to-go scooter converted to 50mph etek death machine [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_radtogoetec2.jpg]780Etek
close up of the rad-to-go etek driveline [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/etek-tribute/thumbs/thumbs_thunderstruck.jpg]910
Dogati
Before this bike was constructed it was thoroughly planned and drafted in the 3d modeling software Solid Works. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_prototyping2.jpg]2380
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Initially this build started as a conversion, before Dogati decided to build his frame from scratch. Here you see many of the components that will go in the finished bike. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_32210-motor.jpg]2440Astro Flight 3210 motor
Astro Flight 3210 RC brushless motor. RC motors put out a lot of power for their weight but spin way too fast so need some kind of gear reduction before they can be used on an ebike. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_3210wclutchandfreewheel.jpg]2510Astro Flight Motor with Gear Reduction and double freewheel
On top of the motor a planetary gear reduction system is installed giving the motor a 12:1 reduction...the motor can now use the same drive train (and gears) as the pedaling rider does. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_non_clutch_drive.jpg]2710motor assembly
motor, gearbox, double free wheel and mounting plate [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_3220mounted.jpg]2530
Motor installed in main frame. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_dboxx.jpg]2580
Another shot of the motor mounted inside the frame [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_jig.jpg]2310JIg
To weld together the complicated custom frame a jig was custom built. The frame has two halves that come together. A lot of custom tooling was fabricated to build this one bike. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_jigwithframe.jpg]2220Frame in Jib
the frame inside jig being welded together [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_frame.jpg]2150Strong Frame
The resulting chrome-moly frame is undoubtedly one of the most solid best looking frames ever made for an ebike. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_swingarm_jig.jpg]2110swingarm jig
The swingarm needs its own jig....here it is in the planning phase. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_swingarmjig2.jpg]2160swing arm
And the custom swing arm in its own jig [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_handlebars.jpg]2190Frame with handlebars
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_assembled.jpg]2300skeleton frame
the frame starts to take shape... [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_batterpack.jpg]2270Battery Pack
The battery pack consists of rc lipo soft souch cells mounted in a custom honey comb structure, and a custom metal case further protects the cells and makes the pack fire safe. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_batterypack2.jpg]2260
Also built into the pack...custom BMS (battery management system), cell logs for voltage displays, on and off switches, and cool looking LED panels to give it finished customized look. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_bikeassembly.jpg]2130
Battery and controller assembly are added to the frame [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_controllermounting.jpg]2170Motor Controller
All modern electric bikes need some kind of controller ot interface between the battery and the motor. The Dogati's controller is mounted. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_bikeasssembled.jpg]2750
The bike is really starting to take shape. The custom made front forks you see here will eventually be replaced with lighter and more functional triple crown suspension forks. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_assembled2.jpg]2470
Assembled with components...really looking like a bad ass electric bike [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_done.jpg]2440A Monster is Born
The Dogati is finished and is monstrous. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_daylight.jpg]3710Daylight
The complete bike on one of its maiden voyages through the streets of Taiwan. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/dogati/thumbs/thumbs_dsc00363.jpg]3170
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50mph Electric Trike
Matt Shumaker builds a 50mph electric trike using a giant Astro Flight 3220 RC Motor and lipo battery packs from hobby king
Here is my latest build. It started life as a KMX Typhoon. Here you can see the stock trike. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_stripped.jpg]1700
First I stripped the frame. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_beadblasted.jpg]1580
Next the frame was bead blasted. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_widened.jpg]1510
I decided to widen, lengthen and lower the frame. I settled on 5 inches wider, 3 inches longer, and 3/4 inch lower.In this picture, you can see the frame cut apart with inserts fabricated... [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_welded.jpg]1350
..and then the frame welded together [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_reinforced.jpg]1610
Next I took the stock seat frame and welded it to the mainframe in a Space-Frame arrangement for added strength (after being stretched and lowered) and for added torsional rigidity. I like the trellis look. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_powdercoated.jpg]1660
For quite some time I have wanted a yellow and black bike or trike. To that end, I had the frame powder-coated "Safety" yellow, then clear coated. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_widerims.jpg]1690
For a high powered trike, the stock one inch wide rims weren't enough. So, I had custom rims made for me oversees. These are 1.75 inch wide (front) and 2 inch wide (rear) rims. They were also powder-coated yellow and clear coated. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_frontwheels.jpg]1670
You can also see the front rotors. These are 203mm units (up from the stock 160mm). I also installed Hope 4 piston calipers. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_driveunit.jpg]2710
The drive unit for this trike consists of two Astro Flight 3220 motors that were custom made for this application. They use larger than stock (1/2 inch as opposed to the stock 3/8 inch) shafts with outboard bearing supports. They are wound for 14,000rpm at 48 volts. These motors were dyno tested for me at 14hp each. That is 28hp total! The torque is nearly 100ft pounds at the rear wheel. I expect 0 to 60 in 3.5 seconds (it has the power to weight ratio of a shifter kart). The reduction unit I machined in my shop. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_torquearm.jpg]1950
I machined a torque arm and chain tensioner to help keep things in line. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_drivealigned.jpg]2090
Here the drive unit and torque arm assemblies are installed. This part was time consuming but very rewarding! There is such tight confines in this frame. However, I finally got all equipment mounted and lined up. Now, I need to take it all apart for final anodizing of the remaining bar aluminum parts! [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_drive2.jpg]2130
Here is the right side of the installed drive system. The bare aluminum cover will be anodized black, then engraved in the CNC. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_drive3.jpg]1980
One more shot of the drive unit from above, rear. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_tensioner3.jpg]1730
Here is one more shot from the right side showing the chain routing over the tensioner. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_steeringdampener.jpg]1860
Here is a shot of the steering dampener. This is a basic aftermarket allow, adjustable dampener. I learned a while back that high speed on a trike requires dampening! [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_twobrakes.jpg]1810
I decided to run two separate master-cylinders (one for each front brake) that are activated individually by two fingers on one hand. The left front brake is operated by my left middle finger while the right front brake is operated by my left index finger. This gives differential braking for cornering and smokey donuts! [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_throttle.jpg]1650
The throttle is a Magura twist grip modified to be a thumb throttle. It looks really nice next to the stock KMX grip shifter. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_drivemounted.jpg]1760
One more shot of the drive unit from above, rear. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_y5.jpg]1720
You can see the custom tillers. These are upgraded tillers we CNC machine for the Catrike line. However, I decided to run them on this trike. They are nice because of the adjustability. Plus, they work much better in the "Motorcycle" layout rather than the stock vertical tiller arrangement. In the initial portion of the build I neglected to give many details of the creation of this trike. But, I must say, these tillers to not just bolt onto a KMX trike. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_batterybox.jpg]2140
I run Lithium Polymer batteries on my bikes. For this build I decided to make some CNC machined battery boxes. So, to that end, we machined a bunch of twin pack boxes. Here is the first box. They will all be anodized black eventually. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_batterymount1.jpg]1700
Here you can see a machined aluminum battery box mount plate. This was made to give a hard-point for the heavy battery boxes to mount to. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_batterybox2.jpg]1820
Here are the finished black anodized battery boxes mounted to the frame. The covers will also be black with CNC engraving on the top. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/50mph-electric-trike/thumbs/thumbs_seatdone.jpg]1620
The trike has been turning out so well, I decided the stock seat cover just did not look very good. So, I went to an embroidery shop and had some cool stripes embroidered in yellow to match the frame. This small detail really ties the seat cover into the look of the rest of the trike
Lukes 7 day Race Build
Test equipment and experimental motor. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110903_220737.jpg]120
Luke in action [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_020024.jpg]250
Hobby king packs, professionally assembled into giant ebike battery [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110617_213205.jpg]230
scrambling to throw together parts 2 days before race day [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_023745.jpg]200
The completed frame [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_040811.jpg]230
Mounting lynch motor to the frame [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_010640.jpg]200
the lynch motor...and wedling [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110617_175020.jpg]190
headset action [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20111215_185755.jpg]160
the bike coming together [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_050633.jpg]160
the night before the race...scrambling to get it all together [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_053533.jpg]160
finished...no time for test ride before the big race [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_053958.jpg]160
loaded into the back of a honda oddysey to make the 6 hour drive [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/lukes-7-day-race-build/thumbs/thumbs_img_20110618_104022.jpg]150
the bike arrives at willow springs ready to race, after an all night build session. A minor miracle.
Yamaha Divide
Another yamaha concept electric bike [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/yamaha-divide/thumbs/thumbs_142eb3d75b345028e12545a2b4f8a1.jpg]260
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/yamaha-divide/thumbs/thumbs_divide_p04-jazz4444.jpg]260
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/yamaha-divide/thumbs/thumbs_dolsawind.jpg]270
yamaha concept electric scooter..the Dolsa Wind [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/yamaha-divide/thumbs/thumbs_yamaha-divide-01.jpg]200
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/yamaha-divide/thumbs/thumbs_yamaha-divide-03-1.jpg]160
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Stealth Bomber
The bomber has the popular cycle analyst batter monitoring system built into the frame...a very nice touch. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_bomber_trio.jpg]2550Trio of Bombers
3 factory riders riding the Bomber hard as it was meant to be ridden. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_ebikes_stealth_bomber_lg_8.jpg]2900
The Bomber weighs in at a hefty 120 pounds....it takes a lot of practice before you can get goofy on it safely. Also remember the stealth because of the rear motor weight, is not well balanced. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_sr_suntour_v-boxx_open_2.jpg]4320Suntour Vboxx
This gearbox system was decidedly too complicated and heavy for the pedal bicycle crowd...but Stealth obviously saw it as a perfect ebike solution and designed their frame around it. Remember the Bomber doesn't even have a built in motor, but it does have a built in pedal gear box! [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealth-bomber-bicycle.jpg]3230off road fun
Offroad in its element the Bomber beneath a skilled rider can be a blast to ride. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealth-bomber.jpg]2980
stealth bomber seems to appeal to a younger demographic....too bad for the 10k price tag. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealth-electric-bicycles.jpg]3780Stealth Factory
The Stealth factory in Australia is cranking out electric bicycles. Apparently the demand is so great for the stealth bomber, that at times there is a waiting list. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealth-electric-bomber-wheelie.jpg]4120Bomber Wheelie
The Stealth even at 120lbs has wheeling power thanks to its powerful crystalyte 5304 motor. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealth-fighter-electric-bike-suspension.jpg]3800Bomber uspension
A close up of the rear suspension of the bomber. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealth_bomber-1.jpg]3440clean
clean and not jankie [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealthinside.jpg]3570Battery Box
Here is an inside look of a Bomber with the battery box open. What feels that space? 72 volts 20ah of lifepo4 headway cells :) [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_stealthstand2.jpg]3530
The Bomber has a 24 pound hub motor built into the rear wheel. This is a very robust and powerful motor, the crystalyte 5304. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_fighter2.jpg]3560
Built in cycle analayst and key start switch are a few of the finishing touches in the Stealth line of bikes. [img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/stealth-bomber/thumbs/thumbs_v-boxx_sr_suntour_09_1.jpg]4260Suntour Vboxx Pedal transmission
To eliminate the need of annoying derailleurs the Bomber incorporates a Suntour 9 speed vboxx sequential shifting system.
Hub Ebikes
Check out the variety of bikes hubs can be converted into
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_mini-e-scooter-321.jpg]390Electric futuristic Vespa
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_etoureasy-frontleft.jpg]340Recumbent bike with 9c hub motor
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_enertrac-electric-hub-motor.jpg]550powerful (and heavy) motorcycle rear hub
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_electricscateboard.jpg]5704wd hub powered skateboard
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_electric_rickshaw_pedicab.jpg]520Front hub powered pedicab
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_ebosscruiser-with-hubmotor.jpg]420Little Ladies bike powered by cuite motor
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_barehub.jpg]610bare hub
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_autocadhub.jpg]650autocaded hub
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_smart-ebike-electric-assist-bike_2_6pyga_69.jpg]890hub concept bike
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_pc3-224-reah-1000.jpg]1160golden motor powered trike
[img src=http://www.electricbike.com/wp-content/flagallery/topaccessories/thumbs/thumbs_trailerhaulerhub.jpg]770trailer hauler hub bike

















