Shoestring
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regarding this high power motor discussion: a motor/ebike rated power level, in my case 500w, means the motor will take 500w all day long with no damage or overheating. All systems will deliver the maximum current the controller will allow (and the battery can supply). again in my case 22amp. so in theory 22 x 54.6v (full charge 48v battery) I have almost 1200 w going in the hub on a full power pull. Assuming 100% efficiency. In reality the most my watt meter measures is 1089w on a 500W system. That's how I beat JR up his steep hill. But his 350w system is probably pulling 750-850w on the same pull.
To answer your question Berry78, anytime you add assistance to your system by pedaling, your lightening the load, reducing overheating etc. Some torque sensing systems will equalize or multiply your input but some will lessen the electric assist if you pedal harder. Ex: if the system is set to provide 350 w of boost and you put in 100, the system puts in 250, but if you mash it for 250 the system will only contribute 100.
To answer your question Berry78, anytime you add assistance to your system by pedaling, your lightening the load, reducing overheating etc. Some torque sensing systems will equalize or multiply your input but some will lessen the electric assist if you pedal harder. Ex: if the system is set to provide 350 w of boost and you put in 100, the system puts in 250, but if you mash it for 250 the system will only contribute 100.
