10 Tips To Make Your E-bike Go FASTER!!!

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[@dsp4392]

1. Top up your battery; 2. Use higher voltage battery; 3. Swap for a more powerful motor; 4. Swap from knobby tires to road tires; 5. Keep tires at higher pressure; 6. Tune brakes to eliminate rubbing; 7. Add windshield; 8. Crouch; 9. Cool battery; 10. Reprogram/hack controller/motor to disable limits.

[@TheVictorianCanCollector]

thx man

[@S1m0nX386]

11 lose weight

[@user-wk4px9kd3f]

Mf is a legend

[@9jmorrison]

My main tip hack, was swap to road tires, change the tire size which also reduces the odometer, and the comptroller wire disconnect.

[@bulkierpanda133]

Ya there any problem is I can't find a bigger motor for mine

[@normawingo5116]

I didn’t realize how many things I need to check for speed improvement, I learn a lot here. Thank you.

[@coldp77]

Thanks for the "MORE SPEED!!!" tips and beat wishes on moving to Boston.

[@HomeShowTV]

Excellent tips. Love the channel. I have a RAD Power Wagon currently. But I am building a new higher performance bike from scratch and your vids have been invaluable. Keep it up.

[@morganandreason]

I'd be interested in an episode dedicated to controllers and how to mod them and how to find other controllers to exchange them for, in order to make your bike go faster. Another aspect that I'd be interested in is how different settings will affect battery life. My own ebike isn't adjustable at all. It either helps you by adding 350W until you get to 25km/h, or it's off entirely. Not a recipe for efficient battery use when you basically have to break in order to cruise at a lower speed.

[@BK42Cycles]

Very interesting tips. I hope I will be soon building my e-bike! Your channel is a great support to me!

[@EbikeSchool]

Glad to hear that it has been a help, good luck with your bike!

[@davidstorton910]

The tire pressure is a biggie, if my tires on my ebike have reduced pressure 50 psi, my bike does 21 mph if it's 65 it does 25 mph

[@jeffjanvier3770]

use a booster step up

[@costafilh0]

Speed and range!

[@sebastiangeorger5791]

What bike you have that it asks for 65psi?

[@exgenica]

​@@sebastiangeorger5791 Ancheer AM001908 folding 20" Mountain Bike specifies 40-65psi for both tires at STP. I would expect similar specs for similar size tires, although I've seen 14"x2.25" "mountain bike" tires spec'd at 45psi maximum. I usually inflate a 3-5 psi below the maximum specified to allow for both meter accuracy and temperature variations that could increase the actual tire pressure from what the meter reads.

[@shrapnel4531]

Who asked tho

[@bighud20]

Thanks for all of the tips. Just got my first real/nice bicycle, already looking into making it an ebike to make my commute easier.

[@brucesweatmaniii6030]

Thanks for the tips! love the ones on the two-wheel drive and overvolting!! tell it like it is! thanks again for sharing.

[@exgenica]

(04:15) There's a 3rd EASY modification that doesn't involve opening anything up. *It does NOT work on all controllers* A number of ebike motor controllers can be soft-"hacked" (hacked is not really the right word, but people use it, so....) in addition to the tire size and hardware controller internal wire enable/disable methods discussed in the video... There are videos about it but basically it follows these steps: You press down the left and/or right brake WHILE pressing the ebike's power ON button and hold them all for 5 seconds or until "E-02" (or possibly similar) appears in the display. Some bikes can be "hacked" this way using either brake handle, while other bikes require both simultaneously...it depends on whether the brake switches are electrically or logically OR'd inside the controller. Some bikes even require the LEFT brake only while others may require the RIGHT brake only...so try all the combinations before ruling out your ebike can't be changed using this method. IF a given method works, you will likely see an "error" code showing in the display the first time it is successful ("E-02"). Obviously, you won't see this error code on ebikes that just have an "idiot" LED controller like the KD26E displayhead used on the AM001908/AM001907 20" folding ebike models (not an LCD alpha-numeric display), and it likely won't work on these "dumb" display head configured ebikes. If it works, you should only have to do it the one time or until your controller is reset by some means. Also, on some bikes it MAY "toggle" ON or OFF the high speed enable so if you...as I do...hold down at least one brake lever as you get on the ebike and power it up...the setting MAY "toggle". You'll have to check if it does "toggle" on your ebike and may change how you start your bike if needed. I haven't seen this ON/OFF speed hack "toggle" happen on the 2 ebikes on which I've seen it performed, but there may be others that work differently. Unfortunately, my ebike did not support this soft "hack".

[@darcygibbons3836]

I really enjoy your videos, happy that I found your channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@philliplawson9724]

Glad I purchased your book, always helpful

[@tpayne1103]

Cool. I think most of these tips having to do with drag and resistance also potentially help with range as well, if they are used with range in mind. (key word, "mind" :-) ) Range anxiety competes with need for speed, and all the variables that go into the calculations for each rider make for splendid mental exercise, eh? Respect.

[@donnacrookbarclay1714]

So looking forward to getting my first e bike! Great to find you on You tube!

[@glennbolton2742]

Another tip is to lighten the weight on the bike...Dropping 80 pounds off of ME has definitely helped me go faster on my regular bicycle. Can't wait to see how it works on my EBC Model X soon.

[@anthonyiocca5683]

I want to drop 10 pounds off my belly.

[@TravisMcGee151]

@@anthonyiocca5683 Get off the e-bike and start jogging 😁.

[@JoeOsChannel]

Thinking of getting into E-Bikes soon. Got to test ride a nice Trek today. Love the idea of unclipping the wire that limits speed. Here in Canada, we can do 32 phh but it would be nice to be able to hit at least 40-45 kph. Good video!

[@XavierBetoN]

Same here, I can't understand Europe, it's crazy! It's like producing cars that could go only 50kms because it's safe for city usage!

[@xehP]

I know this comments dead old but, most bikes you can unlock the speed limiter, no need for clipping any wires. it's mostly down to the batteries capability.

[@MadDogTM]

@@xehP I have a philodo h8 I dont think I can do that lol but it still hits about 33mph max with fat tires lol

[@anonomous25000]

I got the DIY battery and the DIY solar and have read them both and I love them. They have helped me learn so much. They are very well written. Now I just need the evoke book

[@LChow-xq3xm]

Thanks for all those tips and information about e bikes. I really enjoy and appreciate those videos!

[@Pmz604]

Awesome video, looking forward to the next video, keep it up champ!

[@JimCravenPhoto]

I'm planning on converting my bike soon and your videos are very helpful! Thanks!

[@EDBPVIDEO]

Great speed tips. You’re doing a great job.

[@jeromeranos225]

Great video/tips! I can’t wait to get my eBike. ALOHA🤙🏼

[@njfulwider5]

Every video you make, looks like Paradise in the background!!😀👍👍

[@mav9882]

love your vids. and now have my first e-bike, it;s awesome thanks for the tips and trick and keep up the good work.

[@jfoster4779]

On first e bike build and trying to learn, thanks for tips.

[@stevelacroix2917]

Great video! Nice to see you back on video. I'm working through the 1.5 battery pack kit. Getting closer.

[@ajemohaltom3560]

Nice mention of heat issues. Whenever the limits of an ebike are pushed (which is easy and fun to do)... heat can build up in the battery or wiring or wheel rims and it's nothing to ignore.

[@a.bloke2.0alwayslearning.23]

Very True. I am building a prototype and will make sure Cooling Air is directed over Batteries, Wiring and Electronics. I will of course keep it waterproof. .

[@masonsrock49]

Thanks for the great tips. I'm about to do my first E-bike build and look forward to trying to implement as many tips as possible. Thanks again and keep the videos coming.

[@pacha_157]

How did it go?

[@skankhuntdave7232]

How did it go I've been thinking about building one so I have an extra

[@stevenm9236]

Congrats on the move. Thanks for the tips!

[@kevinrotroff9848]

Really enjoying your E-bike videos....learning a lot!

[@josephcortez9416]

Great information just purchased my 1st.. e-bike and topping out at 20 im hoping to achieve 28-30 on this rad runner plus 2023.your video work and editing is above par!!!

[@MichaelJosephJr934]

Excellent info! How can we determine if controller is capable of handling higher voltage battery?

[@crazyclips458]

Great tips, I followed all your tips and really help me to get some more speed. Thnx bro

[@michaelburke8238]

Hi Mike, i just purchased my first Ebike today its a Fortis 3 and I have subscribed to your chanel, I of course wanted to know how to make it go faster! So this has helped me a lot in understanding more about my Ebike before I start messing with it. So thanks for your help, Mick.

[@larrybowers64]

Thanks for all the helpful tips and info.

[@MostynFaulkner]

Congratulations on your move. Thanks for the tips.

[@thecommenter7068]

I love the videos man I've learned so much

[@chrisvergari2705]

Great tips and great video Micah. Will definitely give a lot of these tips a try.

[@familyguyandothergreatanim2371]

I love these videos please make more

[@size12jon]

Thank you for all the great videos. I have just build a 52v 20ah Ebike with the triangle vruzend battery from your other video. Plus a 1000w mid drive Bafang motor. Your videos really helped with my project 👍

[@Dracstar]

What’s the mph for that setup?

[@size12jon]

Dracstar it’s Around 35mph on the level motor is now over clocked at 1500w.

[@leorizzoli744]

I love your videos! I'm planning on making an E-Bike as well!

[@BC-nn8hs]

Thanks for all the great videos! One question for everyone... When I road bike I usually ave around 15mph on a 25mi ride, I would like to add power to get my average up to 25+ mph to help with safety and traffic. I want to keep the exercise level so what size battery and motor should I use?? Thanks again.

[@windowpane0]

Great video, Learning so much, I must watch more.

[@finnban9676]

This is very much a great idea you’re pointing out. since I already have an E bike, I want it to go faster. The speed limit on there is only 20 mph but I wanted to reach at least 30 mph so that’s pretty much strong advice you’re giving. I like it.

[@davidgibbon8927]

A good, clear, knowledgeable and informative video. It was a pleasure to watch and learn. Enjoy exploring around Boston...

[@danjarrett]

Great Information. Thanks for Sharing.

[@blakehugh]

Thanks for the tips. In this and other videos. I'm researching ebikes trying to decide which is right for me. (and how fast I can make it go.)

[@anthonylopresti3078]

Great video just bought my first ebike was so concerned with this topic and this video was so helpful 👍

[@peterwilliams9705]

Its great to see you back

[@eBikeaholic]

Great tips, I never even though about a windshield. I've also been wondering lately how much the bike gearing affects acceleration and top speed for pedal assist. My front hub build tops out around 35mph mostly because the bike gearing doesn't allow my legs to keep up cadence.

[@stillphil6645]

where can we get it?

[@uchihaavenger4464]

Please tell

[@eBikeaholic]

@@uchihaavenger4464 If you look at the land speed record bikes... bike gearing is critical.

[@lnlexan]

Thank you for helping us out. :)

[@ronl6882]

Great video as always! Thanks!

[@brianramsey3960]

Love everything about ebikes, thanks for professional help.

[@blacky9043]

Wow What a joy to watch & learn stuff,quick & to the point ,no waffling on & on like in every other you tube video Love it 👍👍

[@din1903]

Thanks for the tips Micah, for me faster is always better. Good luck in Boston

[@snickerz7788]

Glad to see more vids!

[@MrRandyvan]

Hey Micah, welcome to New England. All great tips btw.

[@johnstafford7749]

Thanks for your time to make these video. I enjoy them.

[@charliemikolcevic741]

Great tips for extracting what capabilities are already there in your bike.

[@MotorHorse]

A lot of good tips. Not all of them are obvious to most people, so it's nice to point these out.

[@user-zz3qs1xi9l]

You gave me some ideas I never considered. I will definitely try a couple. I'll let you know how it works. Thank you for the simplicity of your suggestions.

[@mfolquet]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge! I just bought my own kit(s) on eBay for both motor ad battery-next battery will be DIY. I will follow your instructions in your book(s)...Huge fan after watching about 10 of your videos here on KZbin. Again, thank you for sharing your knowledge-any ideas for getting 20 miles on a 1000w 48v rear hub with 48v 1000w battery Voilamart motor uppBattery u004 and SW900 controller? Thank you, Mica

[@HongNguyen-rz2uv]

Great video we hope more videos about folding and lightest electric bicycles please because we are always traveling by airline. We all want to see And know: folding, lighting, faster, and longer range in one ..thanks

[@calvinteal7161]

This was very helpful. tire pressure change made a big different thanks for the heads up.

[@brendaleejones5827]

Nice video, learned a lot, my first ebike ,2nd ride today...🌙

[@waynehager1389]

Thanks! Really enjoyed!!

[@LibertyGuy2007]

Excellent tips. Thanks!

[@FIGUEIRINHA]

hello! I need help to re-enable the [assist] in my bigstone c300s display. do you know what setting I need to change in the setup? it have 3 menus in the [+][-] configuration. I guess in the menu2 with P options, in the menu 3 with C options or maybe in menu 1? my bike come with no manual and just the PAS is not woking any more. no more [assist] in the main screen.

[@AshwinAshwinRamdas]

I had a question about how much power a mountain bike frame can handle. Can a generic mountain bike frame handle a 1000w rear hub motor and a 1000w front motor? I know I need a torque arm (maybe 2) in the front, but would the rest of the frame be able to handle it? I'll probably have a 20ah triangle battery in the frame and also a 20ah battery on a rear rack.

[@NIEPSEN]

"would the rest of the frame be able to handle it?" yes absolutly.

[@franciscomanzo8747]

thanks for all the good tricks!!!

[@mkirk29053]

Got myself some great tips Thankyou

[@wbee01]

Great vid. Thanks for the tips

[@crea8edDOTcom]

Welcome to the states, we're glad you made it safely.

[@anthonyarellano3757]

Thanks for the information, very useful for ebiker.

[@geraldtriplett4632]

I have leaned a lot from your KZbin video . The battery’s, speed censers hacks , love too have your DIY battery book .

[@howardwicks9087]

Thanks for your hints . My new Jupiter folding bike would only do 15 MPH when I got it . I called the factory help line and they told me to power up the controller ,then hold the up and down buttons until a number comes on . It was 20 so they said increase it to 70 then hold both buttons again to get back to normal . It only increased my speed by a few MPH . My battery is 48 Volt 750 Watts and my daughter's smaller bike is 500 watts but goes 18 MPH . Her bike is lighter and mine has fat tires and 20 inch wheels . I would like more speed .

[@siov4279]

Thanks for the tips! Great video!

[@TropicalZooms]

Interesting. Thanks for the tips.

[@chkhamis101]

Thanks Micah, and thank for the other useful stuff you use in the heading 👍

[@elliotlundgren9852]

this video sucked

[@stuartcannon6109]

Great video - the more you ride, the fitter you get, the faster you go!

[@mychal9692]

the fitter you get? by using an electric bike? hmmmm.. if fitness was a goal in purchasing a bike, wouldnt you opt for manpower instead?

[@mrdevice6265]

I changed the tires size and it worked, now i have the speed limit on 33 instead of 25.. Really thank you

[@joebalderas2672]

What lcd do you have ?

[@melvinbelcher7606]

Thanks,for the many helpful tips

[@HundredPercentSteve]

Great video love the tips.

[@kuddyadyanchi]

Absolutely 👌 brilliant everything you said makes it a whole lot more fun! Thank you! Keeping the chain tuned helps immensely to improve ride quality specially in dusty, dirt prone cities like Mumbai, Pune in India

[@BrunoPOWEEER]

Yeaaahh just adding a few more items to the “TOO SPEED hack list” haha: #11 transfer your motor/controller/battery to another bike with bigger tire/wheel. #12 if you own a Bosch, Shimano, Giant or basically any ebike with speed limit, remove the rear wheel speed sensor and place it facing to the outside (zip tie), place a magnet on the right pedal metal bolt and alight to the sensor. You motor will no longer measure wheel speed but cadence = if you’re at 40kmh your motor will think you’re at +/-19kmh and keep on pumping more POWEEEERR. Manufacturers can’t detect this if one day you have to claim warranty but if you do a USB dongo trick (electronic modification) they can tell. #13 mid drive bikes = smaller rear cassette gear 11T and bigger front chainring. Don’t go too big on the chainring, otherwise you’re just adding wear and tear on your gearing system including bicycle gears/chain and also the internal gear + may ended up “forcing the controller” generating too much heat and frying it. Bigger chainring means you’re trading your acceleration for top speed. #14 some advanced controllers like the Savboton, ASI have “Field weakening” settings which is the offset angle between the 3 motor phases, varying it will also increase the top speed using the same battery voltage. Downside? This introduces some inefficiency so the controller runs hotter. There’s also a maximum phase angle and electronic motor speed the controller is able to process. More POWAAAAAAAHHH ohhh yeahh *we missed you!! I really thought you’ve stopped the bike to announce the winner of your book, you must have a fantastic memory hahahaha

[@EbikeSchool]

Haha thanks for the extra tips! And my memory isn’t that good, I have my notes taped to the handlebars. You can sometimes see a little piece of paper flapping in the wind there, haha!

[@rojitorroj9584]

BrunoPOWEEER great advices. Let me add #15 Make your bike look legal yet illegal. Some central motors are difficult to see. Bikee bike for example. 1000w looks like 250w. My first rule is "don't be a jackass" as long as you respect that rule the police will not mess with you. Ride safe guys

[@BrunoPOWEEER]

EbikeSchool.com hahahaha when I watch your videos I always think “how does he just make a single take video!!!” Hahahaa nice trick =]

[@sumeeths8423]

EXPLAIN - Field Weakning

[@BrunoPOWEEER]

Sumeeth S hahaha I did, in my previous comment above!! Haha=]

[@RodrigoVzq]

Great! I didn’t know about the jumper on the controller

[@davidprescott1354]

Great tips I got a better understanding about controllers,thanks.

[@mistamarcus1877]

Good tips. Saving up for a 72v battery upgrade!

[@glock907]

Great job. Valuable information .

[@PeterTorskyj]

Very helpful, thank you

[@clarkedoxey1855]

These are great suggestions!

[@eddydannawi6725]

Thanks for the best knowledge

[@PlayRiteProductions]

Great video man!

[@xmasswim]

Great video, thanks for your advice:)

[@davidsmith9881]

I like the way you explain things. I'm very interested to learn more about your books

[@garyturner3160]

Great video! I loved your detail in all your great tips. Thanks Gasty Turner

[@markmckitrick]

Great tips, thanks!

[@thetimelessrosary1290]

Great tips! What’s the physics behind wheel size programming? Thanks my friend Brian

[@johnporter822]

Super helpful thank you for your knowledge

[@chrisackert8774]

Thanks for the tips, I'll see what I can do to get past the 35mph barrier I've hit.