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Three Wheel Electric Bike - How to Use a Three-Wheel Electric Bike
Three Wheel Electric Bike - How to Use a Three-Wheel Electric Bike
A three wheel electric bike is a great way to get in shape, beat the traffic and save money on gas. Many people who live in apartments or condos can't use a bike, because they don't have the space to store it. If you own an electric bike however, it can be stored in any space where it will be protected from the weather. One thing to note - batteries do expire, so be sure to purchase a good battery charger if you plan to ride often.
The three wheel electric bicycle has a much smaller range of speed than a standard bicycle. To help with speed, an amp regulator and speed controller are often included. The battery pack, which takes the place of the pedal drive motor in a regular bike, is located in the handlebar tube just under the seat. Most bike kits include a wide, rectangular style battery charger that plugs into a standard outlet.
The headlight of the three wheel electric bicycle is much brighter than those found on most bicycles. Typically a pair of low intensity bulbs, or yellow and white lights, illuminate the front. On newer models, the lighting system includes a push button switch to turn the lights on or off. A red button controls speed.
The battery pack, which takes the place of the pedal drive motor in a regular bike, is located under the seat. Most models have two or three charge controls. The battery pack includes a wide rectangular style battery charger that plugs into a standard outlet. A red button controls speed. A black button is used to activate the bike's lights.
This is a very basic description of the bike. It is important to understand that this bike uses a standard type of bike chain as opposed to a motorcycle chain. To convert your ordinary bicycle into a three wheel electric bike you must replace the sprocket with a three wheel electric pedal drive. This differs from a true pedal drive, which has two sprockets. Some three wheel electric bike kits are sold with extra hardware so that the sprockets are readily accessible. Your local retailer should be able to help you locate the required hardware, if you are not sure what you are looking for.
Most three-wheel electric bikes are equipped with their own controller. This unit usually operates off of a rechargeable battery and it features an alarm to indicate a charge failure. In addition to the bike's battery and controller, you will also need to install an appropriate voltage protector to protect your electric bike from shock if there is a power surge while it is charging. Finally, make sure that your three wheel electric bike has a three wheel handle bar to give you greater hand strength when you are riding.
The majority of three-wheel electric bike models come with both a throttle and a brake, but some models include a throttle only and no brakes. You can also purchase a pre-mounted electric motor, which mounts directly to the frame of the bike. These pre-mounted motors tend to be more powerful than most batteries. Once the bike has been assembled (typically by a dealer) the bike is ready to go. You will need to install a suitable power source and connect the motor to the chain of the bike. The final step of using a three-wheel electric bike is simply riding it for the first time.
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