Regen Braking On An e-Bike Is FANTASTIC!

[@volvo245]

Best thing about this is that it should almost eliminate brake glazing, because most of the time its caused by long, relaticely light braking during steep descents.

[@TruthProvider]

I think regen is a brilliant idea, and really should be incorporated in more e-bikes.

[@oregonebikermark8953]

For sure.

[@Kattbirb]

I can't agree more about regen breaking. I'm on my second Ebike, which doesn't have regen, but my first Ebike was a Rad City 4 with a Direct Drive motor. The regen is the single feature I miss the most from that bike. Just being able to regen any time I'm going downhill or coming up to a corner, even if it didn't put any energy back into the battery, is something I don't want to be without now that I've put enough time into both. I plan on using Grin Technologies All-axel motors for Ebikes from here on out.

[@balahmay]

You did a good job of covering the real reason for regenerative braking on an e-bike. For years I have listened to people poo-poo the idea of regenerative braking because it doesn’t add much energy back to the battery. Well, maybe they should experience it and then comment.

[@oregonebikermark8953]

Thanks.

[@mikemorgan8588]

After recently changing my front and rear brakes I definitely have regen on my bucket list.

[@bfelten1]

I made an e-bike conversion 15 years ago using a complete set from China ($280 + freight, customs and VAT $150). It uses a standard throttle, like on an ICE motorcycle, but rather than regulating the power, it acts as a cruise control regulator. So, when I turn it down to zero, I get maximum regen, getting more than 30% back into the batteries. It also means that I have never run out of charge, all I have to do is pedal (yes, it's heavy now, a good workout) especially downhill and the charge goes up. I am surprised that e-bikes now do not use the same control. It has worked for 15 years now -- and I've never had to change my brake pads... 🙂

[@oregonebikermark8953]

That's awesome

[@khanrides]

Only downside to regen is that you can’t mod another battery in parallel. Its fantastic for 72V builds

[@wise11978]

Added it to my grizzly and love it as well. Have it wired in to front brake lever and on a switch.

[@oregonebikermark8953]

Awesome

[@rayblack9657]

I think putting a second mirror to match the left hand side mirror would make that Beautiful Bike even nicer and a tab bit safer thx.

[@hh-vq3cz]

I have a mountain bike and a CYC mid drive motor (5000w) 72V battery installed, can I install a regen brake on my bike? Where did you purchase the regen brake system from?

[@oregonebikermark8953]

It was on the bike that i purchased (Lyric Graffiti 2022 Model)

[@Nemonurwingy]

I mostly ride EUCs, so, that’s all we have. If the motor is beefy enough, it’ll do all the braking you need. My cheapy commuter scooter has it, with a separate ebrake control, it’s what I use for most braking (slow, anticipatory braking). Riding brake pads down a long hill seems like a waste when you could just be holding yourself from getting out of control speed wise while also recouping a bit of the charge using regen. Wish it were standard in most bikes.

[@oregonebikermark8953]

Great point!

[@MisterSal9895]

Wow this is so cool it's like engine braking a motorcycle.

[@FatHulkRideEbike]

I would like to have regen braking. I'm going up and down hills almost my whole ride so I think it would be very beneficial for me.

[@oregonebikermark8953]

Absolutely.

[@SolarHarvestSolutions]

Almost 30 in a 25mph zone, a bit risky with side streets. Nice video though 👍

[@joshpointoh]

My Segway x260 has it built in. You can use the app to set it, but i think I would prefer a thumb controller for it. Not sure how i could add that to another bike, but i am looking at an Ariel Grizzly and I would want that added for sure

[@vardanfitness7866]

Do we know if the Graffiti X is gonna have regen?

[@oregonebikermark8953]

Not sure but hoping so. I believe it will be direct drive motor.

[@ChristmasEve777]

I would be so scared to use it unless I was also covering the brakes. Just alternating between throttle and regen brake lever with my thumbs like you were in this video would worry me lol. Not sure if I would react quickly enough to reach for the levers in an emergency situation.

[@oregonebikermark8953]

I'm used to doing it.

[@flolou8496]

You know when I saw the title involving Regen Braking, I actually thought some comany was offering a Ebike with the kind of regen braking we see in electric cars that extend the battery range, (they do it in cars, why not E bikes?)

[@oregonebikermark8953]

It can add up to 10% battery boost.

[@hakisha1305]

hey, i have been planning to add another battery on my engwe engine pro, but i have read online that it isnt a very good idea with bikes that have regen.i couldn't find any explanation though. does anybody know, whats the case here. can i add another battery in parralel 48v 16amp and 13amp with equaliser, or its not gonna work?

[@SkyGizmmo]

Lyric site give zero info on regen????

[@gamingSlasher]

Thanks for destroying peoples ears in the beginning......

[@mustbee-bike994]

I like regen but not when it has a dedicated trigger or thumb throttle, they have to be integrated into the breaks leavers

[@oregonebikermark8953]

I am used to it.