StrippedUnrestoredBattery placementMotor, sprocket, chain clearance
OwnerMick Longley
LocationSalinas, California US map
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Vehicle1978 Kawasaki KZ200
I received the chassis from a friend in one of my college classes for free. It had been sitting for over six years. I was able to get it started with the gas motor and putted around but couldn't keep in running long. I'll be happy when this thing is silent and emission free!
MotorBriggs and Stratton Original eTek Permanent Magnet DC
Ended up going with an original eTek motor. It fits great on the swing arm in front of the rear tire.
DrivetrainChain drive
ControllerKelly KD72401
This controller was priced very low for its ratings compared to Alltrax and Curtis. My initial judgment of quality is very high. Controller was very well packaged and came with pre-charge resistors and charge spike suppression diodes.
Batteries6 Walmart Marine batties, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
I am going with Group 24 Walmart Marine batteries to start out with. I don't want to drop a ton of money on Batteries for my first experiment with EV's.
System Voltage72 Volts
ChargerZivan NG1
Purchased on Ebay for a good price at $250. Good quality 72 volt charger.
DC/DC Converter Undecided
Undecided at this point.
Instrumentation500amp ammeter, 200vdc meter, original odometer and speedometer.
Top Speed65 MPH (104 KPH)
I would like this to be the top speed. We will see...
Range40 Miles (64 Kilometers)
I am following the "El Ninja" formula so I am hoping to get this mileage.
Its almost done!!!

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