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mstr_gekko
I hope that you can help me find some information on electric/gas assist bicycles.
I have bought an AeroRider, and it should be here soon. An AeroRider is a velomobile with an 500W electric assist. It has lights and signals and of course pedals. Capable of speeds of 20 mph.
I will be adding a 49cc motor with a CVT transmission to further the distance that can be traveled at speeds of 20mph. - getting GREAT gas mileage.
Due to the great aerodynamics of the velomobile, under pedal power the speed traveled can exceed the capability of the electric motor and engine.
I have tried to read some of WI state laws covering bicycles and low speed electric bicycles. But, this is a unique case. I would like to ride in Milwaukee's Critical Mass rides, but I want to be informed and documented before I ride.
My problem is - what type of vehicle is it? Moped? A bicycle? A motor-bicycle?
What laws govern a bicycle that is electric, gas, pedal powered?
What about lic and registration?
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such vechiles would be under your STATE laws, not a federal law.
such vechiles would be under your STATE laws, not a federal law.
What is the best electric bicycle out there?
Tim
Looking for an electric bicycle for commuting...range isn't too crucial as long as it's greater than 10 miles. Affordability is important.
Answer
There are now many electric assist bicycles out there. Some come complete and some kits you adapt to your own bicycle. A great place to start might be here: http://www.electricbikesreviews.com/
There are two general types of electric assist bicycles. They are hub motors and friction motors. For either one the motor and batteries will add weight to the bicycle.
Features you will want to look for should include:
Light with a good power to weight ratio.
The added weight of the batteries should be well placed for the design of the bike and not simply put anywhere.
Ability to remove the battery for charging inside the home.
Regenerative braking captures inertial energy and tries to convert that back into electricity to charge the battery. Bicycles are much lighter than a car and so have less inertial energy to capture. Batteries can't accept a massive influx of energy at once. As a result batteries are not so good to capture inertial energy. The good news is that while this may not be an extremely useful feature it virtually comes free with an electric motor
A fairing of some sort will extend range probably more than regenerative braking. Because of its lower wind resistance an electric recumbant makes some sense: http://www.recumbents.com/wisil/e-bent/default.htm
There are now many electric assist bicycles out there. Some come complete and some kits you adapt to your own bicycle. A great place to start might be here: http://www.electricbikesreviews.com/
There are two general types of electric assist bicycles. They are hub motors and friction motors. For either one the motor and batteries will add weight to the bicycle.
Features you will want to look for should include:
Light with a good power to weight ratio.
The added weight of the batteries should be well placed for the design of the bike and not simply put anywhere.
Ability to remove the battery for charging inside the home.
Regenerative braking captures inertial energy and tries to convert that back into electricity to charge the battery. Bicycles are much lighter than a car and so have less inertial energy to capture. Batteries can't accept a massive influx of energy at once. As a result batteries are not so good to capture inertial energy. The good news is that while this may not be an extremely useful feature it virtually comes free with an electric motor
A fairing of some sort will extend range probably more than regenerative braking. Because of its lower wind resistance an electric recumbant makes some sense: http://www.recumbents.com/wisil/e-bent/default.htm
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