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    New E Bike battery initial charge / break-in information

    Thanks for sharing the encouraging battery life info! I can relate in that I have a 13 year old Toyota Prius I purchased new back in 2007. in the last few years I've had to replace 3 bad cells that cost me $35 each on Amazon, and I'm still getting over 50 mpg! Regarding the E bikes, I just...
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    New E Bike battery initial charge / break-in information

    Thanks for the help Ravi!! BTW, I purchased a new battery because the original (3 yr old) battery would barely make it for a 20 mile run at power level 1. Do you think it's possible to restore the old battery to some degree by cycling(charging/discharging) it several times? I purchased a...
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    New E Bike battery initial charge / break-in information

    Hi Smorgas! 1. Just finished building an E Bike battery discharger and have some questions regarding charge levels. If I need to discharge my battery to say 60% for storage, would that be 60% of the voltage level (48v x .6 = 28.8v)? If so, should I use the nominal 48v value or the...
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    New E Bike battery initial charge / break-in information

    Thanks very much for the quick response smorgasbord!! I have my Cycle Satiator set up with 2 profiles, one for 100% and the other for 85%. I will use the 85% profile most of the time, and use the 100% profile at least once a month, and also just before very long rides. Should the initial...
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    New E Bike battery initial charge / break-in information

    Just purchased a new E bike battery and I'm seeing different recommendations regard break in. Some say to do 3 complete charge / discharge cycles, while others say to only discharge to 50% for the first 3 rides. Who is correct? Also, I have a Cycle Satiator charger and want to know if I...
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    Is the Enduro to big for someone 5'6"? Is there a better choice mid drive bike for someone my size?

    Is the Enduro to big for someone 5'6"? Is there a better choice mid drive bike for someone my size?
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    Voltbike Enduro Review: First 100 miles from a bike newbie

    I Just ordered the Voltbike Enduro(back ordered till 8/3). I'm 5'6" and wonder, based on your feedback, if the bike's to big for someone my size? Currently have a Specialized Roubaix and street ride around 1200 miles/yr. At 65 I'm thinking I would enjoy and look forward more to biking if the...
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