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

[@BrendenSullivan-d4j]

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

[@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".

[@normawingo5116]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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 😁.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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?

[@coldp77]

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

[@thetimelessrosary1290]

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

[@jah5686]

I have an e-trike front wheel is 24" and the two in the back are 20". The display setting is set at 20". Will setting it to 24" help or setting it lower?

[@KunioTaki]

And what about the hub motor? Mine say Max. power 300 Watts and 36 V. It was used with a 36 V 300 W controller. Can the hub motor handle any controller regardless of voltage and power if I can keep the hub motor cool?

[@daniel_szabo]

You can increase the voltage going to your motor by using a controller rated for higher voltage, and a battery that can provide that voltage. An electric motor's rating of voltage is just a value the manufacturer decides to use for the motor to run safely and without any problems. If you exceed the rated voltage on an electric motor, assuming that it's a dc motor, it will go faster and because of the increased input voltage the overall performance gets increased. However, the increased input voltage may cause the motor to heat up more, and if you don't want the motor to overheat, or don't want to install any additional cooling system, the increased voltage shouldn't be over 15-20%. Another important thing to consider is that your hub motor rated for 36V 300W can output power more than it's rated for, for example on an ebike under load it may be possible that the motor is trying to squeeze more performance out of itself than 300W, but the controller limits the power usage to 300W (at 36 volts it should be about 8.3 Amps), and if you use a controller rated for a higher output power, for example 500W, your motor may actually get to go faster, because motor can get more power. Although, this may not make your bike faster, there's a great chance your motor can actually output more power at the rated voltage than it's rated for.

[@KunioTaki]

I'm pretty sure it can handle more power than 300 Watts, because it's a heavy direct drive hub motor, weights around 5 kilogramms. I can use it with a 72 V 2000 W controller if I keep the hub motor cool, can I? Amúgy köszi a választ. :D

[@daniel_szabo]

Yes, with proper cooling it may work, but I wouldn't go too crazy with it because it can overheat anytime or just die instantly because of the increased voltage. I've personally tried overvolting a small 12V brushed motor, and I think I got it to around 20-22 Volts before the "blue magic smoke" decided to leave. It also made a really high-pitch sound which was really uncomfortable to listen to. I think that a 2000w controller is unnecessary though, because the motor is said to have a power output of 300W at 36 volts. If you divide 300 by 36, you get, that if the motor is running at the maximum power, a current of 8,3A flows through it. Now, let's assume, that the motor can draw 10A of current at 36V, but the only thing stopping it from getting that power is the controller. Now, imagine that the controller can supply any power your motor draws. If your motor wants to draw 10A, and you provide it at 36V, the maximum output power would be 360W. But of course, the goal is to get a lot more power, so we crank up the voltage to 72V. The motor still wants to be handed 10A, but now we give 10A at a voltage of 72V, this way boosting the overall power consumption to 720W. You can keep giving it more voltage, but at it's top, it can only draw 10-15A of current, which gives it about 1000W at 72V. Also, at these voltages a lot more power gets converted into heat, meaning that if you increase the voltage too much it might just suck more power and give it off as heat, leaving you at the same speed. I wouldn't recommend using it at 72 volts with a 2kW controller is absolutely unnecessary. A reasonable solution would be to use a 48V 500W controller, that could get you a 60% boost on output power assuming that the motor can even draw 10 amps. If it can't, and will only draw 8,3 amperes, it's still a 30% increase, which is really nice. Also, it's not as expensive as playing with a 72V 2000W controller that might just fry your hub motor along the way, making the project a hell of a lot more expensive :D Szívesen :D

[@johnstrassberger3969]

It works, changed the tire size on the computer input from 20 to 24 inches and got 5 more mph. Thanks John

[@elevenAD]

Lol,your just getting a false read,larger tire travels more distance per rotation,your true speed is unchanged.

[@ARCTERYXSWEATSHOP]

So increasing tire size in the electronic gadget preset increases speed?

[@fender1000100]

How do you know this? Did you test it for real with a GPS app? Or you just THINK it's faster? If your bike is able to go say 25mph top speed. And you get 25mph. The only way you might get an extra mile or two is to swap out the tyres for fast rollers. And run a high PSI. Other than that. You would have to change the whole SET up. With a higher voltage battery. Controller and even motor.

[@JW-zx5ui]

Lowered the tire size from 22 inches to 18 inches and got 5 more mph. Testing with another speed odometer.

[@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.

[@AshwinAshwinRamdas]

If I have 2 motors connected to their own controller, connected to their own battery, Can I still connect one throttle to the 2 controllers? Or can I only do that with one battery?

[@schrockie1]

As long as the controllers and motors are the same, just splice one of the throttle wires into the other and you should be set.

[@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

[@TheNature101]

What gear setup did you use when riding the bike? A selfie stick? A gimbal? A dead cat.on a directional mic? That kind of thing. Thanks.

[@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=]

[@chuckmaddison2924]

I have found with a couple of controllers that with the battery pack you can add one more cell in series any more the overvolt protection kicks in and it won't work. Thought I had stuffed it first time.

[@robertlane440]

Great stuff. I have in the past tucked in like an earlier Tour de France rider. Famed for sliding back off the saddle and getting his belly on it with his chin below the head stock. Look down at the verge to keep about a yard off. Look ahead every few secs. for hazards. Boy do you shift when descending. Oh yes - with one arm behind your back, speed skater style. Am looking to raise the gearing on my Bosch Haibike so as to increase my input if you have any source of suitable chainrings. Cheers from England.

[@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.

[@EarlC-w8m]

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.

[@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. .

[@donnyanda3191]

High i have the speed limiting wire on my controller and i extended it to an off/off switch on the handlebars for on/off road settings.

[@EbikeSchool]

That's a great idea, I never thought of that!

[@TiagoSProducions]

Where is the speed limit wire? How do I identify it?

[@joblessalex]

You mean the "oh shit a cop pulled me over" switch?

[@donnyanda3191]

Tiago Soares on my controller its two short blue wires joined with a connector

[@donnyanda3191]

joblessalex exactly !!

[@thegee-tahguy4877]

My fat ebike has knoby tires that sound a ferocious dual tire whir when I'm riding, especially above 28mph. It let's people know I'm comin'.

[@miketorri4776]

I like your general tips. But, I would like to know more details on e-display setting. P0-P15 hacks. Thanks

[@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.

[@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.

[@calvinteal7161]

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

[@michaelmeyer8810]

Does keeping your battery at full or charging after every ride effect your battery?

[@seanmcaleavy2369]

This may seem like a stupid question but here it is anyway. I have a 26" rear rim, but it is a fat tire, would that still be considered a 26" wheel as far as what I would enter into my display settings? By the way, I love your channel and all the very useful information

[@EbikeSchool]

Not exactly, you'll want to look up a 'bicycle wheel tire circumference chart' and find the actual circumference if it asks for that, which will give you a more accurate reading.

[@fahed7316]

2:14 did it and lost traction on a blind downhill curb at 40kmh and almost got ran over by a car while i was laying on the graound w a 50 kg bike on me i threw the bike of me and ran to the side walk and that was a night so... i couldve died so... watch out when u pump ur tires up u lose tractin😑

[@BubbafromSapperton]

That's a major consideration with motorcycles at high speed, there's very-little of anything actually touching the road, you're almost flying...

[@davidsmith9881]

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

[@gavintaylor1035]

As far as cooling the battery, would it be practical to have small DC fans that blow air out of slits in the battery case?

[@happytreez116]

Where would the 2 wires be located. Wheel size really helps?

[@tonielcock8891]

What do you think about these smart bike with a few upgrades etc?? Many thanks

[@pagodadr]

Giving all things equal, what about swapping out your chain ring for a larger diameter?

[@geraldtriplett4632]

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

[@davidthomas9190]

Which brands of elecric MTB are the best for home modifications ??

[@bob-ny6kn]

Kelly Controllers have an async port that gives you access to settings, including power sent to the motor.

[@exgenica]

Others do as well, however some controllers are capable of it but not obvious about it. You have to find the RX/TX/etc connections on the PCB (often silk-screened pin-outs on the PCB) and simply require you solder in a connector to the PCB in the controller, then connect to the computer via cable in the same manner, then finally determine the right communication protocols (usually not too hard).

[@jfoster4779]

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

[@thebootfitter]

What gimbal are you using with your camera for filming? That's buttery smooth!

[@EbikeSchool]

It's actually just a cheap seflie stick and my iphone's front facing camera, believe it or not.

[@anio6865]

Last year I bought that Fiido L2 bike from your link. And I would like to change it to go at least 20 mph especially using the throttle.(living out here in the boonedocks 12 miles to the next town) What two wires should I disconnect ? Do you know ?

[@BruxoCp13]

Does a bigger wheel size go faster or a smaller wheel size… I have a 29” setting, on a 20” wheel. Changed it from 26”. Doesn’t really feel any different. Just thinking a smaller wheel should go faster. It’s a bafang motor I have, maxing 37mph just now. Trying to get it to do 45mph. Or more. 48v 25ah 2000w X5

[@Jonmc511]

Would a front geared hub motor, be quicker and more nimble than a rear wheel geared hub motor of the same power and style? thinking of having the use of two drive wheels on pas. I could imagine that if one of the tires low on air, you wont realize it with 2 wheels driving forward. I think this would be my next experimental build.

[@rioalexbrasil]

Hi I love your vids....quick question: I have a portable wireless generator is that possible to keep charging the battery while I am riding? Would that overload the batt or somehow would cause any fault in the system? Thank you!

[@Kevinrnb]

What are your thoughts on AWD e-bikes

[@rdkuless]

Mika... I have the 750c full color display. it is set on the brightest setting. yet i can't see it in sunlight. I have to pull over in the shade to see it or bring it inside to see the display. Is there something (an adjustment) i can do to make it visible..? I want to monitor my wattage consumption to get better range from my solar ebike trailer. I can't do this unless i can see the display in the sun where i need to be for the solar panel.

[@DerTrollBr4mm3n]

I use the same I just have in in an angle so sunlight doesn't reflect just try maybe it helps brightness is only on half on my display at night I turn even on lowest settings because it shines too bright

[@RobbiRocks]

With No-2 If you have a 24 volt battery along with a 24 volt charger, If you swap the battery for a much higher voltage battery, Won't you then need a higher voltage Charger?

[@brianramsey3960]

Love everything about ebikes, thanks for professional help.

[@jimmycurtis5779]

This was very helpful, I'm d0ing my 70cc on my zuma,your book would be a blessing

[@rstv1824]

Have you try the fiido q1? I was planning to make it a bit faster in hack way or cheap way

[@artofjcw8488]

Do all ebikes have controllers ? I literally don't see one or where it could be on my Emojo Wildcat 500watt 48v ebike .... it has a 500w Bafang motor and I'm wondering if it would be worth it at all to upgrade to a 52v battery . Thoughts ?

[@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

[@johnstafford7749]

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

[@a.bloke2.0alwayslearning.23]

That was Ace young man ! Good tips all the way ! Windshield has me thinking, I'm planning a 3Kw SuperCykand wind resistance is important. Also Battery cooling. Lots to think about. Thanks. .

[@dumsterdave]

How does upgrading to a sine or foc controller affect the speed? What about field weakening? How does that work?

[@josephmullen3254]

Hi where can I buy egoing battery for my ebike thanks very much.

[@slappy76]

Micah, welcome back to the states! I was hoping NYC but Boston's cool too. Re Tip #7: How would you mount a windscreen to a bike? I owned several scooters with the factory windscreens taken off for larger aftermarket ones. They sat idle for years. I bet I could redrill them but for what mount?

[@shadowdance4666]

Doesn’t keeping the shock tension high also increase efficiency?

[@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

[@codyviera92]

I have an ugly bag battery is there a way to get a bottle battery? Ancheer folding mountain bike

[@iakovoskritikos5854]

www.aliexpress.com/item/32858525969.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.6ba54c4dgFZGPu I have ordered it and I am waiting for it to come at the end of the month

[@edchirino2026]

Hey thanks for the Video's I enjoyed the last one where you went more into depth. You were at the Beach with your 2 wheel Drive and your matched up Packs. I'm I interested in your books specifically on Dyi anything to do with the batteries as I'm doing a build where I want to use a 22v 2000mah Vacume cleaner Battery pack as much as that sounds slow I'd like to know the best option to over volt or speed up my original 36 v bike which I already have 2 36v packs in parallel. One is a 250w the other is 500w If you have a min I'd like to know if I wire the 22v 2000mah battery in series to what I have to speed it up a bit, how it would affect my ride. I understand to check my speed control to make some it can handle more voltage chances are it's the cheapest Chinese make so I don't even want to open it up to see. I appreciate it. Thanks

[@olegpetelevitch4443]

Thank you my first top end e bike id like to max it out its got eco and sport and can do 5 level assist or 9 . Got tuneing cord waiting for warrantee to be over does 55 kilometres ! Bafang not the fun the 1600 watt and I know it can go 30% more at least fact throttle too !

[@siriosstar4789]

Hey , did you ever get your Bad Ass e bike tuning device? I would be interested in hearing your opinion .

[@Nicolaifogh]

Hi, Im having a Trek Rail 5 (2020 model) the engine is Bosch Performance CX, magnesium motor body, 250 watt, 75 Nm and the battery is a PowerTube 625 setting In the frame. It’s Voltage 36 V. Can I make the bike go faster by changing the battery to higher voltage and if yes where do you get a compatible battery. Hope one of you can help 😊🤞🏻

[@charlesboughner6275]

HI Mikey, just found your channel, have a new ebike and really want to learn how to look after it, enjoy your the tips , now I must find the controller to see if I can increase the battery voltage from 36 to 48 to get more distance ,keep sending tips please.

[@mohyabbas9290]

I want do these if you do help me with advice please 36>48volt on 36 controller

[@FreedomEbiker1002]

Do you know anything about the Pedego 750w software upgrade happening? Do I need to take it into the Pedego shop or is it something I can do on my 750w trail tracker?

[@fabiansanelli1853]

Hi mike I have a 1000w rear hub drive with a 52v battery and 26a controller. What's the best power upgrade I can do without changing my hub?

[@jobmariano348]

Can i put 1S5P battery to increase the voltage of 48v 13S5P battery unit? With same battery type

[@cubicle28]

Is it good for the battery to charge it everytime you use your ebike even just for a short trip? I wonder maybe it will have an effect for the life of the battery.

[@gmajor3947]

If you keep your battery set between 60-70% when not in use but use it regular, you’ll be fine. No harm in topping it back to 100% after every use just as long as you don’t keep the charger plugged it overcharging it.

[@Nac353]

So I have a super73 Z1 and I did the 36v to 48v conversion, I went from 20mph max to 32mph max speed. Now I want to add a bigger battery and go to a 52v, my 48v battery at max charge is 53v so is it safe to use a 52v battery on my controller?

[@ericroy1481]

Can I add the lithium battery booster and run off my lead acid batteries or does it have to all lithium?

[@lordanrautraut5655]

Is it possible to cancel pedal assits and use only throtle.only climb up hill to use motor..to reserve or extend battery life.

[@MarkLoves2Fly]

Hi, is it possible to power one motor with two controllers, to double the voltage? This assumes a battery pack for each controller. Has this been tried?

[@rigodelgado1429]

What controllers do you suggest for a ebike to go faster besides the batteries

[@johnseaver2071]

Since Bafang mid motor has the controller inside the unit how easy is it to get to the controller??

[@LChow-xq3xm]

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

[@carlobravo9531]

Thank you for this info but how do i know if my controler can handel the voltage ? Good video like always👍🏻🤟🏻

[@ThanosSustainable]

You usually have to open up the controller and make sure the capacitors are rated at a higher voltage than your target.

[@carlobravo9531]

Thank you 👍🏻🤙

[@carlobravo9531]

I opened my controller and Made my battery 48 volts but now my ebike does nothing, changed it back to 36 and it works fine, is my controller limited to protect the controller?

[@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

[@keithwalker652]

I'm making a 18650 battery pack with the vruzend 1.5 kit. I was looking at batteries cells and was wondering is it ok to use a ultrafire 3000mah battery for the kit wats the difference from lets say a 2.9mah battery?

[@olemissjim]

Keith Walker look at Battery Bros I’m getting LG MJ1 for about $3.50 plus shipping. That’s 3500mAh.

[@chrispycriter6682]

On the 1000w direct drive rear hub motor (gearless)is i possible to limit them down to be Pennsylvania 750w street legal?

[@crxk20r59]

3:22 when riding a motorcycle, the recommended “crouch” is called “tuck.” Not sure if it applies to ebikes though 😂

[@strawman9410]

I saw a guy lying down like superman on a racer in a race fly past those pedaling, very little drag and at the end of the video said work smarter not harder

[@charlesboughner6275]

HI Mike,could you tell me if the books you have created there is some info on how to test the Controller and the ebike motor , and what one to get to do this. CHEERS!

[@TheSkyPod]

Upping your battery from 36V to 48V if your controller can take it , but what about the motor ? How do you know it will be able to take it ? What if you dont know the specs of your Chinese made ebike ?

[@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 👍👍

[@nimez8068]

what if I had 250w rear hub motor on e bike, and I want like 500-1000w motor, is it enough to change just a motor or do I need also a new controller ?

[@areya2005]

Quick question - how much of a diff in speed do you think you get if switching out off-road tires for street tires?

[@Tribal74]

Prob like 5-8 mph

[@lankyprepper8139]

Hey so for the wheel diameter settings I turned the wheel size up and it seems to go faster by the speedometer. Am I actually going faster or is it just reading faster?

[@bidagaming1390]

sir i have 2 battery pack of lithium 48v can i used 72v controller? thank you

[@donnacrookbarclay1714]

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

[@uv571]

Question is what wires would that be? Or color? For those who don’t know e-bike terminology

[@ninja80matthews5]

Hey what's up man group video thanks for the tips just bought me a cheetah e bike it has other futures of the mile per hour the highest is 99 how do I disconnect that and do I buy a high voltage battery or motor because I'm trying to hit high 30s right now Im hitting 28 it looks like a Harley I'm just trying to make it go faster thank you sir

[@MotorHorse]

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

[@ranbrown15]

Hi there... can you please send me a link for the helmet that you are wearing in this video (black w/ red inner liner) Thanks so much! Randy

[@nancylauka6239]

thanks for the tips. I am commenting because I want to win your book. I just purchased a Trek Verve +4s. I can’t figure out the voltage of the battery I can only get it to go about 21 mph. It’s supposed to go 28.

[@nancylauka6239]

I was told that it has a smart battery will stop charging when it’s full.

[@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.

[@Keith1140]

Thanks for your info regarding speed increase. Do you have any info on fuses pertaining to the gygabike groove battery. I'm having problems and can't figure out how to fix this problem. Power shortage. ☹