Rolling ChassisHeatsink, Controller and Contactor MountChassis after paintingMain Breaker after grinding to fit insidMain Breaker and Battery Gauge installed
OwnerDave Weaver
Owner's Other EV1980 Suzuki GS450 Electric Bobber
LocationMoscow, Idaho United States map
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Vehicle1982 Suzuki GS750
MotorAdvanced DC A00-4009 Series Wound DC
DrivetrainDirect Drive. 11 tooth front sprocket to 52 tooth rear sprocket via 530-114 chain.
ControllerCurtis 1204-412
36-48V 300 Amp
Batteries4, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Flooded
System Voltage48 Volts
Charger
15A - 48V Onboard
HeaterIf you need heat, get 4 wheels!
DC/DC Converter None
Running the lights from the original 12 volt motorcycle battery until the WAB (Wife Approved Budget) allows for a DC/DC Converter.
Top Speed48 MPH (77 KPH)
AccelerationGreat acceleration from 0-40 mph it will keep up with anything in normal traffic.
Range20 Miles (32 Kilometers)
Dependant on terrain and driving style. My commute is 12.5 miles one way with numerous rolling hills and mixed traffic and speeds. Most in town with 5 miles on country road with a limit of 50 mph.
EV Miles
Start:22,501 Miles (36,204 Kilometers)
Current:24,098 Miles (38,773 Kilometers)
Total:1,597 Miles (2,569 Kilometers)
 
    As of 3/7/2010
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight540 Pounds (245 Kilograms)
About 30 lbs more than stock.
Conversion TimeAbout 18 months in my spare time which is limited. Did not track actual hours.
Conversion Cost$2,800.00

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