Luna Smoothie cruiser... almost like Biktrix Stunner

[Alex M]

Detuned the HD should last for many thousands of miles. IMO.

Like the one they offer on Smoothie?

 

[Alex M]

There is no way to "try" any Luna bikes, this is why I asked. Once sold and used, it is non-returnable, this is their policy.
Legally sold ebikes are limited to 20 mph on throttle, AFAIK. For 30 mph you would have to hack/reprogram the controller, and then it will require a license and registration.
Motors over 350W need disc brakes, yes.
If I were to build anything, hoping it to just "work" without giving me much trouble, I would rather choose a direct drive.

 

[Alex M]

Thomas, I really appreciate this knowledge.
So... a frame with BBS02 or BBSHD detuned to 750W - like on Luna cruisers if I understand them correctly - can be accelerated, straight off the shop, to 30 mph with throttle only?

 

[tomjasz]

Ride one at a KHS dealer if you can, no motor of course, then go to the seller for information on how they will set up the motor for you.

 

[Dewey]

Resurrecting just to mention Luna no longer sell the Smoothie. A company in Utah is selling a KHS Smoothie conversion with a 500w TSDZ2 mid-drive and small 300wh saddle bag battery. Same stock front caliper rear coaster brakes.

 

[tomjasz]

Resurrecting just to mention Luna no longer sell the Smoothie. A company in Utah is selling a KHS Smoothie conversion with a 500w TSDZ2 mid-drive and small 300wh saddle bag battery. Same stock front caliper rear coaster brakes.

The 2017 and 2018 Smoothie were downgraded on brakes and wheels, but still a good place to start a build for less than the Townie. I have 3, one of each option.

 

[Dewey]

Back from the dead!, BMEBikes in LA are offering a BBS02 conversion of the 7-speed derailleur version of the KHS Smoothie with linear pull brakes.