Author : Matthew Slinn
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 007160622X
Total Pages : 273 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (716 download)
Book Synopsis Build Your Own Electric Bicycle by : Matthew Slinn
Download or read book Build Your Own Electric Bicycle written by Matthew Slinn and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2010-06-04 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building an Electric Bicycle From the Ground Up Filled with do-it-yourself project, this hands-on manual gives you all the technical information and easy-to-follow instructions you need to assemble and customize an electric bike. Build Your Own Electric Bicycle gets you on the road on a reliable, economical, environmentally friendly ride. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of every component, including motors, controllers, batteries, and frames, as well as details on soldering, electrical wiring, safety, and other essential skills. The book covers commercially available electric bicycles and shows you how to make modifications and upgrades for improved power, speed, range, and safety. Pictures, diagrams, and charts illustrate each step along the way. With this how-to guide on hand, you'll be riding your own tricked-out electric bike in no time! BUILD YOUR OWN ELECTRIC BICYCLE COVERS: Energy savings and environmental benefits Electrical, battery, and road safety Long-range, folding, and high-power bikes Hub motor kits Motors, controllers, and batteries Electrical connections and wiring Brakes Troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair Performance and safety modifications