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ELECTRIC BICYCLE KITS
Cycle Shed
..now carries the best electric bike package available on the market today. You can not beat this system for performance and value anywhere! Check this out and order yours today..!
We only stock the BRUSHLESS MODELS. We currently are out of Brushed Model Full Kits and Brushed Controllers with no new date from MFR. We have plenty of the superior Brushless systems at a new lower price!!
2008 BL36 Brushless Conversion Kits
Bike Electrified Kit Top Speed & Torque Considerations
BRUSHLESS SYSTEM IS NOW AVAILABLE AGAIN WITH NEW POWER!!
Using the BL36 (BRUSHLESS) kit on a 26' wheel, your bike will reach a top speed of over 25 mph. Good choice for Power and Acceleration with more distance/torque than Brushed Models. On a 24" wheel - 22 mph, and 20" wheel = 20 mph. We also carry 700C and 16" wheels!!!!!
If you are thinking about purchasing a bike to be used with your Bike Electrified kit, keep this in mind: different wheel sizes will give you different speed/torque performance. So, you should decide what is more important to you: top speed, or acceleration/hill climbing ability. Smaller wheels = torque, larger wheels = high top end speed.
How can I determine if the Bike Electrified kit will fit on my bicycle?
If your bicycle wheels are any of the following standard wheel sizes: 20", 24", or 26", the kit should fit! However, make sure that your bicycle has a minimum of at least 3 3/4 " distance between the front forks - 4" is better, 4 1/4 " is pushin' it, and 4 1/2" is too wide. Also, you will need to have 3.5" clearance to a minimum of 3" up from the fork mountings, most forks have a pretty gradual taper so this in normally not a problem.
Cycle Shed Price List
Bike Electrified Conversion Kits
(Available in 16",20",24" and 26" rim Sizes)
BD-36 Brushed Kit, 36 Volts, 600 watts, controller, keyswitch, thumb throttle 12 amp/hr batteries (3), Controller, Charger, Throttle, Rack, Case
60 Day Warranty $NOT AVAILABLE - CHECK BACK!
BL-36 Brushless Kit, 36 Volts, 600 Watt now with 12AMP GEL SLA Battery Packs (3), HD 50AMP Controller, Charger, Throttle, Rack, Case
6 Month Warranty $550.00 NEW LOWER PRICE!!!!!
ACCESSORIES
Brushed 600 watt replacement Hub Motor in wheel $215.00
Brushless 600 watt replacement Hub Motor in wheel $299.00
Extended Range Battery Pack 12 amp/hr batteries (3) $187.50
Canvas Battery Replacement Bag Std or Ext style $30.00
Single 7 amp/hr Replacement Battery $25.00
Single 12 amp/hr Replacement Battery $45.00
Replacement Soneil Battery Charger
(2 amp, 36 or 24 volt) $75.00
Brushed Motor Controller 35 amp
(can be used as 24V) Do NOT ORDER!! $NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME - CHECK BACK!
Brushless HD Mtr Controller/50AMP Immed Start $140.00
BrushLESS, Pedal First Kit $15.00
Replacement Thumb Throttle $35.00
Extension Wires for Recumbant Bicycle $15.00
Replacement Bike Rack 40 lb. capacity $30.00
Breaker Switch
(eliminates BD-36 battery plug-in spark) $15.00
FAQ'S - Frequently asked questions NOTE: Info below based on BD-36 however the NEW Brushless BL-36 outperforms the Brushed Model and has no brushes and is maintenance free with a 6 Month Warrantee!!!!!
How soon will I have to change the brushes in my BD36 hub motor?
Even with heavy use (riding your Bike Electrified BD36 two hours a day), you will still get two years or more use out of your Brushed motor before you have to change the brushes. A regular BD36 user can expect five years use before they need to worry about changing the brushes. When it becomes necessary for you to change the brushes in your Brushed motor (you will notice intermittent power - it will not start sometimes, and shut off for brief periods of time then restart), you can either send your motor back to us and we'll change the brushes for you, or you can do the job yourself. The hardest part is getting the motor's case open; changing the brushes is about a 30 second job.
How sturdy is my Bike Electrified kit and how long will it last?
We at WE (Wilderness Energy), have gone to great lengths to perfect our kit as much as possible. We feel very confidant that our kit is the very best on the market today. If you treat your Bike Electrified kit with love and care, it should last you years and years! Plus, our kit is componentized, which means if that you happen to abuse, or inadvertently break one of the components in your Bike Electrified kit, i.e.: you dump your bike and smash the thumb throttle to bits - you can order a new part from us and when it arrives, unplug the bad part and plug your new one in, and nobody will be the wiser! This applies to all components in the Bike Electrified kit: Hub motor/wheel, Throttle, Key switch, Controller unit, Battery pack, and Smart charger.
How fast will my bike go with the Bike Electrified Kit installed?
Using the BD36 kit on a 26' wheel, your bike will reach a top speed of 25 mph. On a 24" wheel - 22 mph, and 20" wheel = 20 mph. If you are thinking about purchasing a bike to install your Bike Electrified kit on, keep this in mind: different wheel sizes will give you different speed/torque performance. So, you should decide what is more important to you: top speed, or acceleration/hill climbing ability. If you're going to be climbing San Francisco type hills every day, then you should probably get a 20" bike. On the other hand, if you live in Kansas, a 26" or 700C would be better since you will cruise along at 22+ mph. Smaller wheels = torque, larger wheels = high top end speed.
How much drag does the motor create when I am not using it and pedaling instead?
The motor has magnets inside it, which do create a slight amount of drag. You probably will not notice the resistance when you are pedaling on a flat surface. On a hill you will notice the slight drag, but this would be a good time to hit the throttle and let the motor assist you!
Is there any way to increase the range?
Yes. The first thing you can do is pedal with your motor, especially when accelerating from a dead stop, since this is where the most power is used. Also, using high pressure tubes (65 psi or above) and street slick tires can increase your range by 30% or more. Decreasing your "rolling resistance" will always increase your range.
Can I buy the Bike Electrified kit without the hub motor mounted in a rim?
You can purchase our kit without rim and spokes; however, we do not recommend this. You will incur many costs trying to get your hub motor mounted in your custom rim: approximately $20 or more for a rim, $8 or more for spokes, and most bicycle shops charge $30 or more in labor to build custom wheels.
------------------- BATTERIES ---------------------
--- "Battery Rating" Overview ---
Most battery's discharge capabilities are determined using a C-20 rate. This means the specifications given for a battery's performance are determined when the battery is discharged over a 20 hour period. SLA batteries boast between 300-500 charge cycles, but this is when they are discharged at a C-20 rate. Using them in an electric bike kit discharges them 10 times (or more); faster than the C-20 rate. So this means you will not get anywhere near 300-500 charge cycles out of your batteries. With normal use, never running your batteries completely dead, and being very vigilant in charging your batteries back up IMMEDIATELY after each use, you can realistically expect between 100-200 charge cycles out of them.
The amount or depth of discharge also has a lot to do with the life-expectancy of your batteries also. SLA batteries should never be run completely dead; since this will damage them and reduce their life expectancy. Automobiles use SLA batteries to start the car's gasoline engine. Why do car batteries last five years then, you ask? Because when the car battery is used to power the engine's starter motor, it is only used for a few seconds, and it is discharged only 10 % of it's total capacity (if that); then it is IMMEDIATELY recharged when the gasoline engine starts. This is why a car battery can last five or more years.
What kind of batteries does the Bike Electrified Kit use?
Sealed Lead Acid batteries (SLA) are the standard batteries that come with your kit. SLA batteries have been around for a long time. Some of their advantages are: they're reliable, easy to charge, and inexpensive. Disadvantages are: they're heavy, bulky, and they are very unforgiving when they are not charged back up immediately after use.
Your BD36 and BL36 kits now come with a an extended battery pack (3 - 12volt, 12 amp/hr batteries connected in series.
Depending upon the degree of discharge, it will take up to 4-6 hours to charge the battery pack.
Can my batteries be overcharged by leaving them plugged into the charger too long?
No. The charger that comes with your Bike Electrified kit is a smart charger. It will shut itself off when your battery pack reaches a full charge, but it is always a good idea NOT to leave your battery pack plugged in all the time. Just unplug the charger when the charger is finished charging them.
How many charges can my battery pack take?
Your battery pack is built with sealed lead acid batteries (SLA), which can be charged and discharged up to about 200 times. But you must do some things in order to get the maximum life out of your SLA battery pack: ALWAYS, we repeat - ALWAYS charge your batteries up IMMEDIATELY after EVERY use! Sealed lead acid batteries hate to be left discharged, even for only a few hours, so plug your battery pack into the smart charger immediately after every use. Also, try not to run your batteries completely dead, for this will diminish their life cycle. A good "rule of thumb" to follow is stop using your Bike Electrified motor, when the "LOW" indicator light on your thumb throttle comes on.
Where do I get replacement batteries?
Replacement batteries can be purchased through us (Wilderness Energy), or you can buy them in your local area at many retail outlets such as: Radio Shack, Fry's Electronics, or even Toys R Us.
Can I use other batteries with my Bike Electrified?
Yes, as long as the battery pack you are using puts out 36 volts. However, you will have to figure out how to strap your custom made battery pack to your bike frame. Our canvas bag might work, as long as the total dimensions of your battery pack doesn't exceed 12"L X 2 7/8" H X 6" W or 12"L X 4 " H X 6" W.
WILDERNESS ENERGY WARRANTY POLICIES
Wilderness Energy Research Systems takes pride in our innovative products that are designed to last a lifetime. We guarantee our products to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. However, no product is indestructible; therefore we cannot cover defects attributed to misuse or alteration.
Bike Electrified Conversion Kit Warranty:
6 Month Limited Warranty on the new BL36 Brushless Kits
60-Day Limited Warranty on BD36 Brushed Kits
For time shown above from the date of purchase, Wilderness Energy Research Systems will repair or replace, at our option, to the original purchaser, free of charge, any Hub Motor found upon examination by an authorized representative of Wilderness Energy Research Systems to be defective in material and/or workmanship.
30-Day Limited Warranty For 30 days from the date of purchase, Wilderness Energy Research Systems will repair or replace, at our option, to the original purchaser, free of charge, any Controller, Throttle, Bike Rack or Battery Bag found upon examination by an authorized representative of Wilderness Energy Research Systems to be defective in material and/or workmanship.
Batteries
Lead Acid Batteries are fully tested and certified before shipping. However, they are not warranted due to our inability to determine factory defects verses purchaser misuse.
All transportation costs and shipping damaged incurred while submitting parts for repair or replacement are the responsibility of the original purchaser.
