The MX5 Cobra is out of the shed, so room for my next project 👍 MX5 Cobra project (see NZ Japanese Cobra blog) is all done bar the painting (soon hopefully). So, it makes way for my next project... Electric Conversion of a Classic Scooter So, I was toying with the idea of getting an electric bicycle to ride to work (on nice weather days 😃), but... wow, aren't they expensive for what you get! I then looked at electric scooters (moped scooters). For not much more than the cost of an electric bicyle you can get an electric scooter, but not a very nice looking one (like a Vespa or similar classic scooter). Then I remembered that before I decided to do the MX5 Cobra I liked the idea of doing an electric car conversion - so, light bulb moment - let's do an electric scooter conversion! A bit of research later to see how feasible it would be, estimating likely costs, etc, and the project was a go. But, what scooter should I convert? Obviously, the name "Vespa...
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This is very cool...thanks for posting. I have a broken down Joker I would like to restore to electric. Have u learned anything nee? What would u have done different?
ReplyDeleteWhat is the easiest way for me to do this, I have 0 mechanical/electrical skills
Thanks for your comment. Yes, it turned out pretty good.
DeleteOne thing I'd do different would be to place the controller outside so it gets air to keep cool. I mounted it under the seat, but had to add fans to get a bit of airflow to keep the controller's temperature down.
Not sure that one way would be easier than another. Pretty much you need a hub motor, controller, batteries, wiring, etc. Best way is to Google, investigate & learn, plan, design and then get stuck into it :-)