> I'm looking to build a bike that has a 100mph capability and a 100mile > range. > From what I've read so far, I know they are mutually exclusive with a > direct drive system, > and the only way I can think to accomplish this is to keep the > transmission. There are days > where I want fast starts and don't need the range (surface streets), and > other days where > I need to commute (freeway), and need the longer range. > I think by keeping the tranny I can get the fun starts in the lower gears, > and get better mileage with the taller gears.
To some extent this is true. However the real problem with motorcycle conversions is fiding the volume to fit things in. A transmission takes up a lot of valuable space needed for batteries. > Has anyone done an EM conversion while keeping the tranny? I was looking at > the PERM132 motor as a possible solution, > but I'm still scouring the web for alternative motors. From the battery > configurations I've seen, I want to go with some > type of Lithium, and depending on complexity, I'm even toying with the idea > of making a custom lion pak. To go 100mph on a conventional motorcycle you're looking at about 30bhp at the rear wheel. A single Perm, or even Lemco or AGNI is not going to deliver that level of power. Paul Compton www.evguru.co.uk www.sciroccoev.co.uk www.bvs.org.uk www.morini-mania.co.uk www.compton.vispa.com/the_named
