Donor BikeMotor MountedView from the top
OwnerBob Hill
LocationRound Rock, Texas United States map
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Vehicle1987 Honda Hurricane CBR600F
Stripped down CBR600F - I like the open-bottom frame, gave me more freedom in choosing how to mount my batteries. Currently has no plastic body parts, that will only change if I happen to find a set cheap.
MotorBriggs and Stratton Etek-RT Series Wound DC
DrivetrainChain
ControllerAlltrax AXE 7234
Batteries4, 12.00 Volt, Lead-Acid, Gel
Originally intended for it to be a 72V bike, cut back to 48V to increase the likelihood of it ever getting finished. After it is complete, I may very well add the other two batteries (all the electronics are good for 72V)
System Voltage48 Volts
ChargerDeltran 4 battery BMS system
The other advantage of only going 48V is the charger is way cheaper.
Heaternone
DC/DC Converter
none- I have a dedicated battery for the other electronics
Top Speed45 MPH (72 KPH)
Though my original intent was to go 70, currently the bike has been scaled back to only 48V
Range20 Miles (32 Kilometers)
Just an estimate
Seating Capacity2 adults
Curb Weight680 Pounds (309 Kilograms)
Estimated, the motor and batteries are roughly the same weight as the removed ICE and exhaust system
Tires2
Conversion Timeto date: 60 hours
The bike was in ok shape, but was 21 years old so very dirty and rusty. I have stripped it, repainted it, and I am in the process of re-assembling it.
update: after getting the bike pretty, it sat for a while as I tried to work out the title with the original owner (no luck). I got help with the engine mount, which inspired me to get working again. Add another 90 hours in getting all the mechanical parts installed.
Conversion Costto date: $285
$100 donor bike, paint, tools and new wheel bearings.
about to purchase the motor and controller this week.
update: Price has jumped significantly, up to about $2100 for parts and the donor bike. This included the motor, controller and batteries.
Though Duracell does not make batteries that would work for our vehicles, I liked the colors so the paint scheme is copper on black.

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