The big squeeze!Fleet ride
OwnerStuart Nesbitt
LocationPreston, Victoria Australia map
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Vehicle2008 Vectrix VX-1
Modified to run 70Ah lithium Iron
Phosphate cells for increased range
DrivetrainStandard Factory
Batteries42 CALB/Skyenergy SE070AHA, 3.20 Volt, Lithium Iron Phosphate
System Voltage125 Volts
InstrumentationStandard Vectrix (Premium firmware by Fuel Free
Motos in Portugal providing accurate fuel gauge,
cruise control, hazard lights)
Top Speed68 MPH (109 KPH)
Range90 Miles (144 Kilometers)
EV Miles
Start:17 Miles (27 Kilometers)
Current:14,000 Miles (22,526 Kilometers)
Total:13,983 Miles (22,498 Kilometers)
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight470 Pounds (213 Kilograms)
Original 30Ah Nimh bike 500lbs
TiresStandard Vectrix
Conversion Time6 months
Conversion Cost$6500
I have three Vectrix. Have been commuting every day for 7
years on the original covering 52,000kms. Converted the
original 2007 to 40Ah Lithium in 2010. This
transformed the bike reducing its curb weight from 249kgs to
approx 185kgs and doubled its range. The bike handles,
accelerates and rides so much better than the original which
was way too heavy. Power to weight ratio now is perfect!

Have built a second 2008 VX-1 as a 70Ah. Significant mods to
the battery cover, bodywork and seat. Its heavy compared to
the 40Ah but delivers a reliable 140km range at highway
speeds.

Magnificent pieces of machinery the Vectrix! Cant imagine
not having one...

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