Hi Robert. Thanks for the informative video. You've probably been asked about e-trikes. Have you done some testing, and do you have a good formula for an e-conversion? These trikes make a good car replacements and e-assist can really help keep people motivated to use it everyday, or for longer distances, even when they don't feel like exerting themselves. E-bike research shows that cyclists and non-cyclists use their cycles considerably more when they have e-assist. This may sound obvious as it caters to laziness, but the truth is they can often engage in many more cycled miles, while still respecting time in their busy schedules. I'm a sustainable transportation advocate, and by most accounts, the e-bike is the most sustainable transportation there is including compared to pedal-only bikes, because our food has emissions impacts as well. As a pedal/motor hybrid, e-bikes are greenest.
Thank you for your comment, highly appreciated! If you look a bit closer, you'll see that the trike in the video is an E-assist version with an integrated 250W OLI Sport Plus motor, so, yes, we already have a tested and proven solution, and my own trike has also this same motor :) We do have a plan to make a video about it, and since we use a Modular System, we can easily incorporate it with every wheel size configuration :) For more information, email us or contact our US distributor (links in the description)
I'd love to order one of your trikes when funds are better, best looking trike out there and they let you pick the paint on all the parts! Do you also work with rear hub e-motors at all?
We don't offer hub motors, but it can be retrofitted by a bike shop or owner and our trikes can be ordered as kits (rolling chassis with or without wheels) you just have to figure out what you want and let us know.
Hey Robert, since you mentioned air suspension, can you recommend a suitable 165mm air shock? I would be hoping to reduce the weight by a few pounds. Since there is so little current content on the web about the Oli motors, video about them would be nice. Also, is there any update on the availability of the Oli Edge motor?
Rock Shox Monarch is a good choice in this length, with 38mm travel at 165mm length. The Edge is supposed to be available in February or so, at least that was the information we got from Oli in December last year. Theoretically, we could get a sample unit, but we prefer not to experiment with new things until the manufacturer goes through all the steps and gives a full approval and warranty on the product. The Sport Plus motor is something that simply works, comes with reputation, reliability and minimal risk. Who needs another headache when there is a way to get a great system? Once we're sure the Edge is all it should be, we definitely plan to include it into our offer.
So, I have a 2021 wild one 26/20 and I have a few questions 1- Where can I buy a mesh seat , 2- what size and brand are the seat quick releases ? Is there a list torque specs for this trike ? Thank you
The mesh seat can be purchased through our dealer network or directly from us (depending on your location), The seat QR are made by CH.JI and are 6mm in diameter (three different lengths depending on position and seat type) and there is no list for torque specs - too many variables involved and even though we did try to be as exact as possible, we found that such a list would be more confusing than useful.
Hi Robert.. my only question is spinout of the rear wheel.. it looks like the center of gravity is more forward and not a lot of weight on the rear if not loaded for touring.. I know the type of tire has a lot to do with traction but am just asking from an engineering observation..
This one is a complex one, and the most accurate answer is dependent on the rear wheel and seat size... If there's a 28" rear wheel and the largest seat, the weight is shifted backwards with a minimal gap between the seat and the wheel when the rear suspension is compressed. With the smallest seat and the smallest rear wheel, that gap inreases and in certain circumstances, some wheel slippage can occur. I know, it's a rotten compromise, but in most cases people tend to take something with them and usually place those things on the rear rack, adding some extra weight where it's needed, just over the rear wheel. But, since it's not a racing trike, almost no one goes with it completely unloaded. Also, the more you recline the seat, more weight gets shifted backwards.
here's an example, clearly visible that the large seat combined with the large wheel has a minimal gap and the weight is shifted toward the drive wheel :-) ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_D4BonS0gHc.html
Excellent information here. At some point, could you do a quick video on how to choose the appropriate wheel size? And which wheel sizes combine well on a modular trike that allows you to choose any combination you wish.
Oli sport plus motor 36V/250W nominal and 720W maximum power with 83Nm of torque, it has color TFT display with solar sensor with automatic light switch mode and 4 torque sensors in the axle which provides precise measurements of input torque and starts immediately when you push the pedals. Really great and proven motor.
No, we are selling just road legal systems with 250W/36V nominal power (up to 700W peak) 85-90Nm of torque and max speed limit 25kmh or for US market 20mph
