Electric conversion ideas

[Amwicr]

Hey guys,

I've been fixing up old (mostly 1970's) mopeds with 2 stroke motors. I like 2 strokes. but...

I've been playing with this idea in the back of my mind for a while...

What if I got an old step thru moped with a roached engine, and converted it to electric? Might be a good way to learn a bit about electrical bikes, right?

I reckon if I had a speed limiter (like an "eco" mode) optionally limiting it to 20 mph, I could ride it basically anywhere I want. And when I get off road, I could switch it to full power.

This would probably not be a cheap project, but I'd learn and have fun...That's cool..

Tell me your thoughts, please. Thanks in advance for any advice you might have.

 

[Amwicr]

I was thinking, maybe this+battery

Amazon.com

 

[Sidewinder Jerry]

I was thinking, maybe this+battery

Amazon.com

Lots of potential with that kit.

 

[Amwicr]

Where might I find a battery?

EDIT: aha!

Amazon.com

EDIT: I have no idea what kind of range to expect. Ideas?

 

[Sidewinder Jerry]

Here's another place to consider because you're using such a large motor.

https://www.dhgate.com/product/48v-60ah-lithium-ion-battery-bms-li-ion-battery/893870676.html

 

[robe]

Wow. 750.00 CDN in Canada, better get two. Lol.

That is the reason I haven't got into yet.

 

[Amwicr]

Here's another place to consider because you're using such a large motor.

https://www.dhgate.com/product/48v-60ah-lithium-ion-battery-bms-li-ion-battery/893870676.html

More ah but less volts, hmm

 

[GW's Motorized]

Neat idea. I look forward to seeing what you come up with

 

[Sidewinder Jerry]

More ah but less volts, hmm

They have several different kinds of batteries. Just put in what kind of battery you're looking for in their search feature.

 

[robe]

Here is a battery for you. Even for extreme cycling. Lol.

M-8D battery | Interstate Batteries

www.interstatebatteries.com

With the highest medium-duty cycle life in the industry at 520 cycles, this Group 31 battery is the ideal choice to power extreme cycling applications from sleeper-cab loads to lift gates and reefers.