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OwnerJoel Pruden
LocationFort Wayne, Indiana US map
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VehicleFox Minibike
MotorBriggs and Stratton Etek
ControllerAlltrax Axe 4834
Mounted under seat. Magura twist throttle. 1/2 speed switch for kids to ride.
Batteries4 Universal Batteries 12180, 12.00 Volt,
Should have bought Hawkers but will upgrade to lithiums once the price comes down.
System Voltage48 Volts
ChargerKIPOINT 0848
bought on ebay
DC/DC Converter
$35 bought from evparts.com Mounted under seat.
InstrumentationTried a Bell wireless bike speedo but the Altrax controller seems to interfere with it. It will only work with the power off. Not much use but it will show how fast you are pushing it. Will try a different unit once it arrives.
Top Speed45 MPH (72 KPH)
Could go faster but this gearing seems to work best.
AccelerationI still can't believe how quick this thing is. Watch out on smooth concrete! Rear tire likes to break loose.
Range8 Miles (12 Kilometers)
Hilly roads around the lake where I test can kill the batteries, but if I take it easy I can make it all the way around
EV Miles
Current:50 Miles (80 Kilometers)
 
    As of 12/14/2007
Seating Capacity1 adult
Curb Weight185 Pounds (84 Kilograms)
I weigh 230 lbs
TiresBridgestone Hoops 90/90-12 scooter tires
Conversion TimeAbout 2 months last winter. Still working on it
Conversion Cost$1000 with a lot of donated parts
Additional FeaturesMotor mount / primary cover machined from billet aluminum. Wheels, front fork, and hydraulic disk brakes adapted from small cheap Chinese motorcycle. Lengthened rear swing arm one inch to fit larger wheels. 1000 amp key switch located in gas tank.
Can't wait for cheap lithiums to hit the market!

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