Technical
Motor tech: Learn the Terms-Part 1
Most new E-bikers don’t care about the details inside the motors that we ride, as long as they just work. But, occasionally we use terms
Sine-wave controllers, making hub-motors su...
Sine-wave controllers are starting to get some interest, so we thought some of our readers would like to know what the benefits are, so they
GNG Gen2 750W Mid-Drive Kit Review
This is an affordable and useful mid drive, if you think you would be happy with 750W…and live where there are hills. Quite a few buyers
Is My E-Bike Legal? USA Ebike Law
Disclaimer. This article is not written by a lawyer, and in no way constitutes legal advice. This article is intended only as a guide to
The Next Best Ebike Battery for 2013?
There is a recently introduced battery chemistry that we will likely be seeing a lot of soon. Lithium-Nickel-Manganese-Cobalt-Oxide, or LiNiMnCoO2/NMC. Since Asian battery manufacturers have
Regenerative Brakes on Ebikes
Regenerative braking is very common on electric cars, and rare on electric bikes. Regen means that the electric motor is used to slow you down
DIY non-hub builds, the why and how (part 1...
Common hub motor kits have a simple construction which keeps the price low (especially with Chinese mass-production). The low price and easy installation makes them
Replacing or Upgrading Hub Motor Wires
This is the first in our series of ebike repair stories. Also, replacing the wires going into your motor is a great first step in
Torque Sensors on Electric Bikes
A torque sensor is a type of throttle that determines how much juice to feed the motor based on how hard the rider is pedaling.
Adding speed & comfort to your E-bike:...
Submitted by Larry Hayes “Deerfencer” As a former road bike devotee partial to 30-40 mile fast touring rides, back in the 1990’s I began experimenting
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