As a consumer, the new world of electric vehicles continues to require us to learn a new vocabulary. Last issue, we learned about how volts and amps are like water flow. In this issue we will learn how to determine the size of an Electric vehicle “gas tank”. The...
After first investigating hub motors in 1996, Optibike developed this firstmid drive unit 12 years ago in 1997. This unit featured 24 volts with a 15amp -hr lead acid battery and about 350 watts of power. The motor was offboard on the crank axle and drove...
With cold weather here, caring for your lithium ion battery is critical for long cycle life and optimal performance. Do not store your bike in temperatures below -17C (0F) or above 27C (80F). Prolonged storage outside this temperature range may cause permanent damage...
A: In short, no. There are a few reasons why we decided not to offer “regen” on the Optibike. 1. Compromised riding experience. Bikes we have ridden with regenerative braking have been heavy, a bit clumsy, and generally require a hub motor to capture...
Overview There are two different Boost Modes on Optibikes, FAST and SLOW. These are changed by toggling the MODE switch on the headlight. The FAST and SLOW Boost Modes affect the sensitivity of the Boost Mode. Some riders find the normal, Fast Boost, is too active...
This question came in from Aryeh: It does rain where I live. Do the fenders provide real protection from wheel splash, or are they more for style? Batteries are expensive. Are they contained in the frame in a way that they can’t be stolen? Thanks, Aryeh Thanks...
