Easy DIY solar charging electric bike guide

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  • @vincebaynard5447
    @vincebaynard5447 2 роки тому +20

    TOTALLY APPRECIATE getting through details quickly & to the point. Many Tubers try too hard with trying to be relatable. I find this video refreshing due to a perfect combination of clear details+quickly moving onto the next description with A+ pronunciation. I found those details relatable enough. I look forward to the next solar vehicle project.

  • @servicedogranger
    @servicedogranger 2 роки тому +4

    Just found your channel been riding a e-bike for 3 months and really like it I lost 60 lb so far and I pulled my service dog in a pet carrier and I'm got a flexible solar panel for the pet carrier so I can charge the battery thank you this is cool

  • @MerwinARTist
    @MerwinARTist 2 роки тому +65

    In general I think this is a great idea! However, I think it would be better to have panels that could fold and fit into a pannier saddle on the bike .. then when you have reached a destination (as in camping) .. you could unfold your panels and have a larger array .. with more charging amps. This was a good demonstration tho.

    • @aussielass5621
      @aussielass5621 Рік тому +3

      Wonder where you can get small folding panels suitable for mobility scooter

    • @Zomby_Woof
      @Zomby_Woof Рік тому +7

      You'll have to camp. You'll need a full day of good sun and at least 5 full sized panels to get a full charge.
      Protip: leave the panels at home.
      Get premium cells that can take a real fast charge and build your own fast portable charger.
      There are some really lightweight 1300-1600w server power supplies out now, but they haven't hit the used market yet.
      4 of those in series would charge my 48v pack at about 100amps.
      That would cut my charge time to 25 minutes.
      I already have an adapter to use public ev charging stations.
      12 cents for a full charge.

    • @banksarenotyourfriends
      @banksarenotyourfriends Рік тому

      ​@@aussielass5621I'm guessing from your name you're not in North America, but if you are try Quiet Kat's portable solar charging station. If you're not in US or Canada then have a look for Nice Solar's folding panels. They do a 200W and a 120W version.

    • @alisafunsalted
      @alisafunsalted Рік тому

      If a e bike is 350w how many solar watts should the solar panel be ?

    • @tomyocom5886
      @tomyocom5886 Рік тому

      I would like to have a bat wing frame like the awnings with FAN folding system. So, the one in the back could fan out into a 360 degree panel, 4 or 5 of them, all under the existing one in a fan frame. when riding fold them up , parked fan them out, use MPPT charge controller that reads EACH CELL, not just rows...

  • @deborahsweitzer4901
    @deborahsweitzer4901 4 місяці тому

    Thank you!!!!! I am finishing a home made ebike car and want to do exactly this, but had no clue where to even start. You are such a blessing to me! Thank you! God bless you richly!

  • @LetArtsLive
    @LetArtsLive 2 роки тому +6

    I really like these videos cuz you're one of the more knowledgeable people on e-bikes that I've seen. And really care about what you do

  • @jokiejokes
    @jokiejokes Рік тому +130

    We purchased this Vivi 27.5” electric bike and a Tentaquil 26” electric bike for our 13 and 14 year olds. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxUiL0GnyDjP32RJdd660sP8mZk4CRLTCJ The Vivi was much easier to put together. With the Vivi, there was a video link to assist with assembly which made the process easier to follow (we did put the handlebars on upside down, but it was a quick and easy fix). With the Tentaquil, the assembly was not as simple to follow, but after we messaged the company for an assembly video, it was easier and they did respond quickly. The other major differences were that the Vivi has a grip throttle on the right handle (like a motorcycle) and the Tentaquil has a push throttle that you use your thumb to activate. The monitors were also different, so if you’re looking for something specific in terms of changing the bikes functions, pay attention to what the monitor offers. We were really impressed with the overall quality and functionality of both bikes, but if you’re looking for more power and an easier assembly, definitely go with the Vivi!

  • @beboo_o1125
    @beboo_o1125 Рік тому +99

    This panel can put out close to 100 watts ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxOqI2yqX0XVrhR2BMJciTWrHJpG8FhJyg when positioned in the appropriate southernly direction, tilted to the optimal angle for your latitude/date, and connected to a higher capacity device than a 500. The built in kickstand angle is a fixed at 50 degrees. Up to 20% more power can be output by selecting the actual date and latitude optimal angle.The 500 will only input 3.5A maximum at 18 volts for 63 watts. Some of the excess power from the panel can be fed into a USB battery bank, charged directly from the panel while also charging a 500. This will allow you to harvest as much as 63 + 15 = 78 watts.If this panel is used to charge a larger device, such as the power station, then its full output potential can be realized.

  • @9abe9
    @9abe9 2 роки тому +2

    It's so nice that Keanu Reeves himself joined the e-bike community!
    Lol
    That was a very cool video!

  • @IAMSatisfied
    @IAMSatisfied 2 роки тому +36

    Thanks, Micah! The story you did for Electrek in Sept of 2018 on the solar powered ebike trailer that went from France to China was awesome... an average of 124 miles a day from the panels (300w-max) and his legs. If one were to seriously want to power an ebike with panels, it seems either mounting the panels to a trailer or an overhead canopy would make the most sense... the trailer adds rolling resistance and the canopy places weight & center of gravity and a potential sail up higher. I'd go for the trailer, unless the canopy was on a trike or a quad.

    • @shaunhall960
      @shaunhall960 2 роки тому +2

      Way cool!

    • @djayjp
      @djayjp 2 роки тому +6

      Or recumbent with roof

    • @nor9525
      @nor9525 Рік тому

      Yeah they will both work .....

    • @runcycleskixc
      @runcycleskixc Рік тому +1

      The trailer idea sounds better than the roof, b.c. it can be scaled, essentially, "indefinitely" (within reason :) ).

    • @user-pq4by2rq9y
      @user-pq4by2rq9y Рік тому +1

      I saw a van with solar panels on top where the guy used it to charge a pair of electric bikes.

  • @LaineyBug2020
    @LaineyBug2020 Рік тому +2

    With those baskets on the front and back, you could make a sort of convertible rain fly type roof and put more panels on the roof, and have extra batteries charging to swap out...

  • @stevej.6674
    @stevej.6674 2 роки тому +4

    I guess there are TWO concepts to work on. 1). Is to charge and ride for long distance; & 2). Daily use where you use and charge in between trips.
    I think the later is more to suit the masses where someone commutes to work and back or rides a bike to the shops, see friends or run errands. So with option 2, you could use one of those foldable blanket panels that unfolds and lays over the length of the bike when not in use. The blanket could be stored in a rack on the back and then opens up to lay over the bike & clipped into place.
    So just like a RV camper van has batteries to get through the night, the bikes batteries get you through the next ride but charges every other moment in the sun.
    I know some of the ranges these ebikes can do are amazing, so the odd 15 minute ride here and there should EASILY be recovered with the majority of your day not riding the bike.
    Example, you ride 5km to your friends house to have lunch, coffee and a good old chit chat. 2hrs later you get back on your bike with an near (if not fully) recovered battery.

  • @mikejones-vd3fg
    @mikejones-vd3fg 2 роки тому +6

    Very cool, ive been on a solar kick lately after getting an 80w panel thats been running my laptop for over a week now and a bunch of powre banks without having to plugin. Amazing the free clean(relatively) energy thats out there. And yeah its heavy , i wouldnt want to have to carry around anymore weight and thats only 80w. So for a mobile solution id definatley be getting the lighter flexiable ones, dont even care about the flex, you can carry twice as much pannel if not more for the same weight. Which i still think you need to do to power a vehicle succesfully, a lot of panel, more then the area of your vehicle allows, so stop and unfold and charge method seems to be the way to do that. Theres a channel here that did that with a van, totally electric, but slow and long to charge and had tonnes of pannel, But the weight was just massive so no wonder, you gotta be weight conciouse when using solar for mobile i think.
    Anyway yeah i remmeber that truck, and the Mr. Lee that sold it, would be so cool if you could amphibinize the vehicle too, and solar power sail it to china, while mr lee awaits on the shores waving you in, and you guys hug and embrace and talk about the beautiful vehicle. Theres a channel that put solar panels on a catamorang boat in british columbia, pretty cool, but only moves around the bay i think and, i think it just too heavy again. Youd have to design with weight in mind from start when making a solar vehicle, or you'll always be getting unesecessary dead weight here and there.

  • @bryduhbikeguy
    @bryduhbikeguy 2 роки тому +6

    If you use 2 'flexible' panels ,that are mounted on aluminum,you can set them forward slightly over the windshield to shade it,and still the sunroof too, from the sun's heat,and have less drain by the air-conditioner.

  • @brockedwards5896
    @brockedwards5896 2 роки тому +4

    That was a success, looking forward to seeing you install this on your truck.

  • @johnknight9150
    @johnknight9150 Рік тому +1

    This is great: this dude keeps having the same ideas I do, so he can do all my experiments for me, so I don't have to pay any money! ;-)

  • @gregsmith1116
    @gregsmith1116 2 роки тому +1

    This is so cool. I was considering purchasing an electric bike from Lectric. Thanks for doing these videos. So cool!

  • @daniele_go
    @daniele_go 2 роки тому +5

    Hi Micah, thanks for sharing your quick implementation of a solar bike! One key point is to avoid shadows on your solar panels: in your case the handlebar is right above the front one, while your seat is hanging over the rear one. Unfortunately we couldn't see how you connected your solar panels to your battery. This could be quite tricky.
    With just 100 watts nominal power, assuming your battery is 500wh, you will be lucky to be able to recharge it completely in 10 hours (assuming 50w of solar panel output on average...)
    For your project on the electric van you will have to significantly increase your solar panel power if you want to actually improve its range 😉

    • @squidbeard492
      @squidbeard492 2 роки тому +1

      He said trickle charge, not improve the range. Also you don't need a full charge if you don't use the full battery every day

    • @kenelder9615
      @kenelder9615 Рік тому

      so if the battery is 500wh, and electricity from the grid is 20 cents per kwh, then charging the battery with solar panels saves 10 cents. If you do it every day for a year you save $36. How much did the panels and that fancy controller cost? If you need a spare battery so that you can use one while the other one charges, then the payback may be a long long time, and that's if you drive the battery from full to empty each day, on my bike that is over 25 miles. If you drive less per day or don't drive some days, the time to break even will stretch way out.

  • @jaredb7337
    @jaredb7337 2 роки тому +2

    Love this! Just got a letric xp 2.0..it rips. Cant wait to see the solar truck💚

  • @LHROSS
    @LHROSS 2 роки тому +2

    Nicely done! The big game changer is going to be when you can attach the flexible solar hood over your helmet and body that protects you from rain and still charges and is sturdy enough to attach to front rack and rear that is wind resistant and still keeps its shape wrapping around your back and body game changer!

    • @tonylarose4842
      @tonylarose4842 2 роки тому

      Lol sounds almost like an Aptera car at that point

    • @ProfessorHamer
      @ProfessorHamer 2 роки тому

      Done already! Check out Micah’s Electrek article.

  • @jeancharlesmcote
    @jeancharlesmcote 2 роки тому +12

    Look like a fun project. As you said, probably not practical, however it does bring up the possibility of having solar powered charging stations for e-bikes.

    • @lehsu
      @lehsu 2 роки тому

      Why wouldn’t this be practical?

    • @cameratool
      @cameratool 2 роки тому +1

      @@lehsu math

    • @lehsu
      @lehsu 2 роки тому

      @@cameratool seem like a practical way to extend your range.

  • @patedwards6968
    @patedwards6968 2 роки тому +1

    I always get asked about my Surron when I park it in town. I give them the usual stats like range and speed but the best part is when I mention it is charged by the solar panels on my van!

  • @norwegiangadgetman
    @norwegiangadgetman Рік тому

    I'm planning to build a microcamper to use together with my PEDELEC electric bike. With your video I feel confident that I can fit a solar charger for the bike's 36V system in the camper. I should be able to fit at least a 100W, maybe more, panel on top of the camper, and two battery banks inside(if the system in my bike doesn't work while charging.) so that I have one connected to the bike and one being charged when travelling. Just need to learn to weld to build the frame of the camper, source a lot of materials... Fun!

  • @MadCritical
    @MadCritical 2 роки тому

    This would be perfect if you lived in Arizona because it's so sunny out there.

  • @shaunhall960
    @shaunhall960 2 роки тому +1

    I've learned so much from your channel. Thanks so much Micah!
    I'm playing around with the idea of having a trailer set up with solar and having a second battery that I'm charging while riding and camping.

  • @RPRosen-ki2fk
    @RPRosen-ki2fk 2 роки тому +1

    I like how you did proof of concept on the bike, before you incorporated it on the truck.

  • @Jazman342
    @Jazman342 Рік тому +1

    I'm contemplating a trailer with 20"x4" wheels to tow behind my cruiser fat bike for touring/beach fishing/camping. Also considering disc brakes (cable and probably run off the rear brake lever for slowing etc.) on trailer. Uncertain as to running the bike while charging. Guess I'll just have to see if it works. My concern though is that even though the bike will draw high amps while running, I am dubious as to how many amps I could pump into/through it while charging and running at the same time. Other option, given I'm looking at a Sunman 174Watt flexible panel, is something like a Bluetti in the trailer and a second bike battery, charging with the bike's supplied mains charger. Would then consider a seperate fold out blanket for use while camping or fishing. It might limit my range a little but prolong the bike battery life. Besides, I'm retired and in no hurry. 2 bike batteries with one charging while riding should give me about 3 batteries worth of milage a day. More than enough for my age pensioner knees.

    • @jonk8337
      @jonk8337 Рік тому

      I am considering doing the same thing. I ride a recumbent trike. Quiet Cat makes a great suspension trailer. U can have a Bluetti or a Ecoflow and have a separate mppt to charge the extra ebike batteries directly. A dedicated mppt to charge the ebike batteries direct will be more efficient than going through the Bluetti or Ecoflow. After you top off your ebike batteries, u can top off your Bluetti as well.

  • @rexphix4713
    @rexphix4713 2 роки тому +2

    Great work. I'll wait for the truck work too

  • @singlespeed2760
    @singlespeed2760 2 роки тому

    A copy of your “ bike manifesto “ book is in the mail to me right now. Looking forward to reading it. Love this video.

  • @alanedge1159
    @alanedge1159 2 роки тому

    Hi place a flouresant pain of plastic on the solar it actually works 👍🏻

  • @nyjunie
    @nyjunie 2 роки тому +3

    Not silly. Great idea.
    I was desperately in need of power in long range trip.

    • @edifierbass7821
      @edifierbass7821 2 роки тому +3

      Have a reserved extra battery its better than having solar panel, the solar cannot charge quickly you need long hours of charging fluctuating

  • @KE5WYD
    @KE5WYD 2 роки тому +1

    Your videos are making me want to attempt to convert one of my old bikes to electric

  • @JeremiahMcintosh
    @JeremiahMcintosh 2 роки тому +3

    Cool test. I’ve been thinking about trying something like this for a cool video but know that it’s really not very efficient for the shaded roads and bike trails in my area. Great video though!

  • @RusticDavid
    @RusticDavid 2 роки тому

    Super cool Mikah !!! Charge all day ride all night!!!

  • @SmokeyTreats
    @SmokeyTreats 2 роки тому

    I bet someday it'll be incorporated into the top of every surface on the bikes, from fenders to handlebars. And also on the backs of shirts/jackets & maybe even the tops of helmets... LoL... Thanks for another of your very interesting vids, they're so enjoyable!

  • @banitoful
    @banitoful 2 роки тому

    Thanks for teaching us. I bought your book on lithium batteries and I've learned a lot. I just need the solar one to learn, thanks.

  • @aussielass5621
    @aussielass5621 Рік тому

    loved the video i want to put a solar setup on my mobility scooter. ive seen a couple that need the canopy on it to work, but dont want a canopy.

  • @DallasD_
    @DallasD_ 2 роки тому +2

    🟠Great project! could also make a detachable sun-shade/awning that goes over the rider for the flexible panels to attach to. Keeps the panels out of the way, kind of like a golf-cart overhead sunshade.

    • @carlosberrio2206
      @carlosberrio2206 Рік тому +1

      From Colombia. You just opened a new line of bussiness for entrepreneurs in the golf cart field. Solar paneled golf carts .lol

    • @DallasD_
      @DallasD_ Рік тому

      @@carlosberrio2206 yes, they exist! endless battery charging, do a search here on youtube and you will find some cool examples. :)

  • @DeliberateNRandom
    @DeliberateNRandom Рік тому

    Mark Havran did a solar ebike. It's a really cool design and very light. If you had a small trailer, more panels could work well, but it's bigger is better versus paying more for lighter.

  • @SylvainsShipyard
    @SylvainsShipyard 2 роки тому +1

    Interesting project! Can’t wait for the next video!

  • @petermunch6820
    @petermunch6820 2 роки тому +1

    I thought they would more effective. Is it the best you can get these days?

  • @Familyadventure369
    @Familyadventure369 2 роки тому

    about time i been waiting for you to do something like this

  • @richmartin7293
    @richmartin7293 2 роки тому +1

    Hey
    Like the video
    Do you know if they make a boost mppt for 1200 watts solar set up
    To charge a 48v battery
    I have 3 375w panels in parallel which is only 44v
    To charge a 50v battery bank

  • @78suntan
    @78suntan 2 роки тому

    Neat project. Ive been tossing the idea around since one of your old videos but im glad you did a video of it on a bike.

  • @Leonardokite
    @Leonardokite 2 роки тому +2

    With maybe a trike type electric bike with a canopy overhead aka the solar panels, that might just be practical. Good exercise on what is possible though. I look forward to your application on the truck.
    I was wondering if you have heard of the Aptera solar vehicle and what is your take on it?

  • @Bobster986
    @Bobster986 Рік тому

    This is a great SHTF, grid down solution. Thanks! 😃

  • @michaelharmon833
    @michaelharmon833 2 роки тому

    You can get MC4 solar panel connectors

  • @clpiatak
    @clpiatak 2 роки тому

    Nice idea Micah. Makes me want to try this on my Lectric XP e-bike. 🙂 Good luck with your solar charging truck project.

  • @exgenica
    @exgenica Рік тому +1

    The angle of incidence to the sun may also make a considerable difference in solar cell output power. At "midday in Florida" you're OK with the panels lying flat like that, but either side of midday and you start losing solar output power.
    It would be interesting to see how much you can improve things during the mornings and afternoons by providing a means to rotate the panel to an angle that more directly faces the sun as it travels toward or away from midday.
    Plus or minus X hours (I'd start with +/- 1 hour) from local midday, I'd just lay the panel flat as you have done.
    I would envision simple hinges about which a panel can be rotated and locked in place using a simple stick or peg system. Then, if you're riding on a road traveling East/West you pivot the panel toward the east in the morning, and toward the west in the afternoon.
    The generally optimized angle depends on your latitude. For example, at my latitude (for a single static postition) the "ideal" angle to tilt the panel is about 40deg.
    So far I've not found any, but I'm going to keep searching around and see if I can find an ebike riding innovator that's done some experimenting along the lines of dynamically adjusting the panels for optimum output.

  • @thisoldesk8er955
    @thisoldesk8er955 2 роки тому

    I’m going to set the world record electric skateboard ride from Boston to San Diego next year. I’m going to do this for my skateboard. Thanks!

    • @thisoldesk8er955
      @thisoldesk8er955 2 роки тому

      My new skateboard will have 33,000 mAh battery. Any suggestions on a great charge controller. I want the smallest and best made. 12S 8P

  • @UnrivaledPiercer
    @UnrivaledPiercer 2 місяці тому

    Ideally you would want some sort of system that could measure the battery voltage and stop charging the bike at a certain voltage. So you could theoretically set a charge limit of like 85% so you weren't constantly keeping the battery at max voltage if you weren't running it super often. My work laptop for example has a system setting where I can make it so the battery stops charging at 80% while I'm plugged in so it doesn't stress the cells in the battery by being fully charged at all times. Would be super handy for an eBike solar system.

  • @garysanchezphotography
    @garysanchezphotography 2 роки тому

    CIGS panels still work when partially shaded and they're easy to install with VRB tape.

  • @bravopapa6875
    @bravopapa6875 2 роки тому

    Nicely done. looking a building a small trailer to drag behind my e-trike. Now, I'll have to add solar to it.

  • @WanderingAroundAZ
    @WanderingAroundAZ 2 роки тому

    Some sort of frame to use the solar panels as a canopy would not only provide shade to the rider, but cut down on shadows being cast on the panels while freeing up the racks.

  • @jopo7996
    @jopo7996 2 роки тому +3

    That's a bright idea!

  • @XKloosyvv
    @XKloosyvv 2 роки тому +7

    This concept does look fun. I agree with some of the others; a rooftop model would be ideal. You could tell in some of your shots that your shadow would inhibit performance during use. Like you said, it's not infinite range anyways but maybe a rooftop model could fit 4 panels is a square. Perhaps with increased power and more efficient panel placement the bike could tear up a Florida boardwalk for an entire day. Thanks for the content!

  • @Brandon-zo9ly
    @Brandon-zo9ly 2 роки тому

    I also have an older Kei truck and my plan for the solar panels is to create a rack that it hinged at the cab, this will allow for 2 full size panels and they can be adjusted to the best angle for the sun, and it wont get in the way of using the bed.

  • @jeffraymond8596
    @jeffraymond8596 2 роки тому +1

    folding setup would be cool!

  • @Rico-Suave_
    @Rico-Suave_ Рік тому

    excellent idea, i believe almost everything with an electric motor should have solar panels, i would put two over head and three around the front wheel covering the sides of the front wheel too, and similarly three around the back tire, i know vertically the panels will not produce much power but if they are hinged then once parked you can fold them horizontally

  • @dennisewalker2564
    @dennisewalker2564 2 роки тому +1

    I did not think this would work so well. Wow!!! 🤓

  • @vibs1614
    @vibs1614 2 роки тому

    Still fun project on my favorite and only ebike channel

  • @sylviasanchez7500
    @sylviasanchez7500 2 роки тому +1

    Crazy for the idea of solar powered biking!

  • @Racing2Learn
    @Racing2Learn 2 роки тому +1

    Love it, we’ve been thinking of doing a solar e-bike too!

  • @italogiardina8183
    @italogiardina8183 11 місяців тому

    The system requires (for long haul independent round the globe journey) a pivoting panel system of 400 watts aligned behind a purpose built recumbent bike to mitigate wind resistance and motor used for only for step inclines.

  • @o1ecypher
    @o1ecypher 2 роки тому +1

    Oooh i can almost feel that refreshing Solar Powered Breeze in my hair. i wonder how long you will be able to drive the small truck you have with the solar panel charging it at the same time. Question, Micah, will the solar panel charge the battery and keep it charged while you drive in the sun, will the truck suck more juice that the solar panel can feed the battery or will the solar panel be powerful that it can keep up with the batter draining

  • @ProfessorHamer
    @ProfessorHamer 2 роки тому +3

    Hi Micah, I would suggest to check the efficiency of the mppt controller because the losses will eat into your output quite significantly (the aluminum heat sink is not an encouraging sign). If your pickup is higher in voltage than the ebike, what voltage will you try to get from the panel(s)?

    • @MarkSpohr
      @MarkSpohr 2 роки тому +7

      97% The MPPT inverter can be set for 24v to 85v

  • @maxjohnsonesq
    @maxjohnsonesq 2 роки тому

    I’m interested in DIYing a project similar to this but with more solar panels.
    When the battery is fully charged, what components and mechanism would be necessary to switch over to solar-ONLY assist, to preserve the battery’s charge for low light conditions. A charge controller of course, but what else?
    In the setup above, does the solar power get delivered to the same motor that the battery powers, or a separate motor?

  • @orson347
    @orson347 2 роки тому

    This was a cool exercise and I would imagine that with some innovative engineering, one could develop a solar array to power a bike...if anyone can come up with that, I bet it would be you!

  • @nancyjodion2779
    @nancyjodion2779 2 роки тому

    Like the idea of solor panels but creating solar panels smaller like red reflectors on bike when you drive in the night that gather suns energy that you can attach to your bike on the basket behind the seat or resting on the sun.

    • @nancyjodion2779
      @nancyjodion2779 2 роки тому

      @TelegraMe@EbikeSchool what is the surprise,I am curious, and how do l recieve it.

  • @mejfambam8383
    @mejfambam8383 2 роки тому

    back to the future franchise, did not see this coming

  • @artypete
    @artypete 2 роки тому +10

    Good idea, and would probably work really well on a bike that size. You could make a door-hinge system so that you can still keep the use of your cargo racks. My bike is much smaller and the only panel that really fits without hindering my air resistance is a small 5w panel… into a 550-600wh battery. I’ve done that maths, and it’s not good! 😂

  • @lonnierandall7882
    @lonnierandall7882 2 роки тому

    Use a flexible 100 watt panel and make it a curved canopy. You can ride in the shade while you charge your battery.

  • @Billy-cs4cc
    @Billy-cs4cc Рік тому

    Way to go Micah. Living the dream.

  • @ThePCPitStopInc
    @ThePCPitStopInc 2 роки тому

    would check out Sol-Mobil out of Winston-Salem,NC they are one of the only e-bike shops in the US to do full Solar e-bike builds and is the only shop in the world to support the Organic Transit ELF which was the first ever solar/pedal hybrid velomobile

  • @IggyBiggy
    @IggyBiggy 2 роки тому

    Thats a cool programmable solar controller.

  • @patrickdavis8884
    @patrickdavis8884 2 роки тому

    I’m putting this together for my lectric bikes now. The batteries are 48 volt, why is the controller set to 54.6 volts? Thanks Patrick

  • @marsharbour
    @marsharbour 2 роки тому

    Cool ! Off topic ....what are the tall birds in the shade under the trees. Looks like sandhill cranes.?

  • @keithanthony9903
    @keithanthony9903 4 місяці тому +1

    Cool stuff but taking a folding panel and portable battery pack would fit in basket better and charge whenever u want to

  • @mervslifetv1602
    @mervslifetv1602 2 роки тому

    I have a question if you put a solar panel in your ebike and the electricity generated from solar panel goes directly in the batteries wouldn't it'd be bad? As long as i remember you cant use battery while you're using the ebike? Correct me if I'm wrong

  • @robertheberling3522
    @robertheberling3522 3 місяці тому

    Hi Micah! Just watched this video. This is info like I have been looking for. I need to find a charge controller that will charge a 96V battery. I want to charge my RX1E with solar.

  • @lehsu
    @lehsu 2 роки тому +1

    Your awesome. Solar bikes are the future! Can you build one with the panels mounted above the rider so it provides shade also?

  • @martinquintero2107
    @martinquintero2107 2 роки тому

    Very cool how much you pay por everything to make you bike solar

  • @FHDesert
    @FHDesert 2 роки тому

    I apologize if this was covered in the video, but how will this system know when the battery is fully charged? Does the bike battery BMS cut charging safely? Or is this done by the charger itself (in this case the MPPT controller)?

  • @plokmko0
    @plokmko0 2 роки тому

    Go Big with solar panels over the front with a safari rack that goes from the bed to the front bumper, I would go front to back to max and make the rear ones fold down on the sides when you need the height in the bed

  • @spokehedz
    @spokehedz 2 роки тому

    Solar is like the ultimate "Slow and steady wins the race" example.

  • @soldiersofapocalypses.o.a.2935
    @soldiersofapocalypses.o.a.2935 2 роки тому

    something to start with, a good idea and it may have a future. You need to add a capacitor and maybe a battery so it doesn't lose power in shadows or clouds.

  • @flockofgypsies8627
    @flockofgypsies8627 2 роки тому

    Micah, if you can run your bike with solar attached, can you run a power station directly as well while riding?

  • @davesi56
    @davesi56 2 роки тому

    Great idea! This may be a very stupid question but that's never stopped me before. Would it be possible to charge the battery from the turning of the wheel/wheels while riding?

  • @johnvenet8473
    @johnvenet8473 2 роки тому

    Can't wait to see the truck video

  • @dennisd7451
    @dennisd7451 2 місяці тому +1

    Ty😊😊😊😊😊

  • @nhart6046
    @nhart6046 2 роки тому

    You could mount the panels on a small travel trailer and be able to add an extra battery for even longer range

  • @ronaldharris6569
    @ronaldharris6569 2 роки тому

    For the mini truck put a rack over it like worktrucks use to carry ladders and put the highest wattage panel you can get the extra weight won't affect it that much and you probably don't need th dump bed feature that much

    • @micahsdad5388
      @micahsdad5388 2 роки тому +1

      Actually, we use the dump bed all of the time. It is super useful. JUst used it today to dump three loads of tree branches at the burn pit. Thanks for the comment though. Best regards

    • @ronaldharris6569
      @ronaldharris6569 2 роки тому

      @@micahsdad5388 my bad I have a dump bed on my side by side and it's less of a hassle to just remove whatever I put in it than dump it but mine is manual not hydraulic

  • @AskIveSolar
    @AskIveSolar 2 роки тому

    What was the watt hour capacity of the battery. I must have missed that.

  • @ronaldharris6569
    @ronaldharris6569 2 роки тому

    I like it because it's so simple but it works.

  • @rexreal8341
    @rexreal8341 2 роки тому

    Should have tried a flexible canopy panel over the driver lightweight frame. I have the same bike

  • @takeahike2000
    @takeahike2000 2 роки тому

    While you demonstrated that you hooked up your solar panels and charge controller to the Lectric ebike and did a test run, Lectric specifically states that PAS is deactivated during the charging process. This information is also printed in their current user manual. I also plug the charger into my 2.0 ST Lectric bike, charger shows “red” in charge state. Turn on the bike, engage the throttle, and the bike power off after a brief startup. There could be several possible reasons you were able to ride with the throttle with the solar charger plugged in:
    1) Your battery voltage was higher than the solar voltage which means that your solar panels were not really charging the battery
    2) The charging current was too low to be effectively measured by the bike controller, therefore not cutting the power off
    You were reading the charging current while the bike was not actively engaged. While riding, did the solar charge controller show a charging current?

  • @tutacat
    @tutacat Рік тому

    Surely the voltage regulator would help with covering issues.

  • @edwardfletcher7790
    @edwardfletcher7790 2 роки тому

    You should consider a full length bed cover frame to install a 275w panel on the truck 👍
    Thanks for the great video !

    • @edwardfletcher7790
      @edwardfletcher7790 2 роки тому

      @TelegraMe@EbikeSchool Are you going to mail me a new car from Nigeria ? Lemme guess, I have to pay shipping.... LoL

  • @instrumentenfreak
    @instrumentenfreak Рік тому

    I think it males more sende to put it on top. This would create a shadow for you and the footprint would be much smaller. Maybe you could fit even more panels that way?

  • @bhaskarparam9711
    @bhaskarparam9711 Рік тому

    I like that white flexi solar panel

  • @jamesweldon8118
    @jamesweldon8118 2 роки тому +2

    Would be cool if you had something that could fold out several panels while parked, more so for the truck in the bed