How I built a performance electric motorcycle (and how you can, too)

This video is for all of you Do-It-Yourself types out there who are thinking about making your own electric vehicle but don't know where to start or what parts to use. IWhile I could not cover everything in this video, I tried to hit the main points. If you want to know more, please post in the comments and I will try to answer your questions.

My Email if you need help with your own build is cagreve@Gmail.com If you need contacts or links, just let me know.

Specifications:

Top speed: 145 mph
0-60mph: 3.5 seconds
Peak rear wheel torque: 450 lb-ft
Range (in miles): 155 (mountain terrain), 175 (highway), 190 (city)
Total cost: $11,400 (no, it wasn't cheap)
The bike:
Frame: 1985 Honda VF700 sabre
Front end: 1984 V65 Sabre 41mm with All Balls tapered bearings (due to added weight)
Rear shock: Hagon performance shock with 200 weight spring
Tires: Pirelli Sport Demon
Brakes: Regenetive power assisted rear drum and Stainless steel lined dual disc in the front.

The electrical system:
Motor: NetGain Hyper 9 with controller - https://www.go-ev.com/
Transmission: Direct drive (no gearbox)
Battery: 36X LiFePO4/120 Ampere-hour cells in series - https://www.osnpower.com/
Battery management: Orion BMS2 - https://www.orionbms.com/
Charger: TCCH 1.8kW - https://www.electriccarpartscompany.com/TCCH-1800-Watts-Lithium-or-Lead-Acid-Battery-Charger
Throttle: EV West lever potentiometer dual channel - www.evwest.com
Regen brake: mobility scooter 5K potentiometer (you can just use a second throttle potentiometer for this)
12V battery - Home built lithium phosphate 5 Ah (see other videos on this channel

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