My Ebike Upgrades
After using my ebike for one year as stock, I noticed a dramatic decrease in range, so these are My Ebike Upgrades.
It used to give me 2 hours of driving time and then it was giving me only 1 hour.
![My Ebike Upgrades](https://wanttono.com/wp-content/uploads/My_Ebike_2.png)
So i had a look under the hood, i found no fault and came to the conclusion this was the stock lead acid batteries at fault.
I then looked into finding a replacment, in my research i found that lithium-ion / Li-ion battery can catch fire or explode for a number of reasons so i settled on lithium iron phosphate / LiFePO4 / LFP battery instead.
I searched the market but the LifePO4 batteries were very expensive, so i sourced used LifePO4 batteries locally, this cost me 60000rs for 24 pieces for 50Ah 3.2v cells.
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Started building my battery pack after watching some youtube videos on how to, now my Ebike drives around for 3 hours without a recharge, i also added a DC 125v 63A circuit breaker for protection and theft prevention.
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Also i purchased a 72v 5A charger, as the stock 72v 2A charger was taking all night to charge, with the 5A charger it takes only 6 hours.
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Soon after this, i upgraded the headlight for better visability in the dark and rain.
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I also installed an Amp meter to understand how my battery is being used and the power consuption.
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Also while i was doing this i installed a USB fast charger so my mobile phone could be charged on the go.
![](https://wanttono.com/wp-content/uploads/USB-fast-charger.jpg)
I further upgraded the Transformer under the seat from a 15A to a 20A for extra power for the lights, amp meter and USB charger.
![](https://wanttono.com/wp-content/uploads/Transformer.png)
A storage area was need for my helmet and shopping so i also installed a YBR Back Carrier and Hooks on either side and a bottle holder.
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After a year and a half using the stock accelerator and gear changer, they started malfuntioning.
So i got new ones so instead of twist gears, i now have switch buttons.
![](https://wanttono.com/wp-content/uploads/Accelerator-gear-changer.png)
Soon after this, my back break pads wore out, and i had to change them, it was a hassle finding them in the local market too.
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Then one day driving, i hit a big pot hole and the bike wouldent start so tested and changed the Hall Sensors in the motor.
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After a further 6 months of driving it and sometimes giving lifts to others, i noticed the controller would sometimes heat up. Resulting in a shut down to cool its self off, the load on the controller got too much and the controler burnt out.
So i ordered a 3000w controller capable of 72v 50A to the motor instead of the stock 2000w.
So now i have more speed and i dont take a second person with me, plus the controller does not heat up so much.
![](https://wanttono.com/wp-content/uploads/Controller.jpg)
Whats Next:
Its been 2 years now and im looking to increase my battery to 100Ah LifePO4, if and when i can find a good price locally. Becasuse importing is out of the question as Custom Duty in Pakistan has hit the ceiling.
I have purchased a 72V 10A charger, which will arrive soon and this will lower the charging time to only 3 hours.
Furthermore, i want to have extra padding on the seat and install my new indicators i have already purchased.
The ignition has a handle lock funtion witch is starting to give way so i have purchased a new ignition also, just need to find time to install it.
So to finish this post about my ebike, ive pretty much changed or upgraded everything on my E bike except the frame and wheels.
Everything i have puchased for this bike has been from china through Aliexpress.com.
If you would ask me, do i regret buying it for 2 Lack from Lahor? i would say Absolutly Not!
Absolutly loved every moment i’ve had on this, i loved learning from it.
I believe this technology could save our planet if we had abundant electricity.
Thank god batteries are getting better, everything about it can be customised at will.
I’ve only been stranded 3 times and it was no problem, just chuck it on a Suzuki and take it home for a fix.
If you learn to understand your battery it will never leave you stranded.
It’s my daily comuter. 🙂
Im looking for a way to get a 72v 4000w hub motor so i can make my own custom bike from an old heavy bike frame.
- Battery
- Circuit breaker
- Charger
- Head light
- Amp meter
- USB fast charger
- Transformer
- Back Carrier
- Hooks
- bottle holder
- Accelerator & gear changer
- Break pads
- Hall Sensors
- Controller