OwnerPat Sweeney
Owner's Other EVs1988 Pontiac Fiero
2013 Lotus 7 replica
LocationTenino, Washington United States map
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Vehicle
Homebuilt recumbent SWB bike
MotorWilderness Energy BFP-36 Permanent Magnet DC
hub motor
DrivetrainNexus 9 speed internal hub with Shimano tripple
ControllerWilderness
PWM and thumb throttle
Batteries3, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Gel
7 Ah
System Voltage36 Volts
ChargerWilderness Energy
36 Volt smart charger
HeaterWarm clothes and brisk pedaling
DC/DC Converter
not needed
InstrumentationCharge indicator and speedometer
Top Speed18 MPH (28 KPH)
electric, 30 MPH human/electric
AccelerationAbout 10 seconds to 25 mph if I pedal.
Range20 Miles (32 Kilometers)
electric only, much farther if I help
Seating Capacity1 adult
Curb Weight65 Pounds (29 Kilograms)
TiresFat Hookworm rear and thin Comp pool front both 20"
Conversion Time5 hours

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