Hello, I'm thinking of a motorized bicycle for long distances such as on the highways and was wondering if anyone could recommend any reliable motors. See, if the thing breaks down when I'm 100 miles away from the closest civilization, I'd be basically screwed.
So, I'm looking for something that would be reliable. Also, I'm looking for something that could carry 350 pounds up a 8% hill at >20 mph. I haven't done the calculations yet but I think that'll require at least 3 kW at the wheel (or about 4 horse power). I plan on putting this on a pusher trailer for gearing and setup advantages, and I'll have a trailer anyways for my stuff.
I also want something quiet or "not so noticeable" because I basically want to keep it concealed from any inquiring cops, or at least minimize attraction. I plan on having an electric assist for short distances in town or other sensitive parts during the journey, but I need to make sure the cops half a mile ahead can't hear me. (And make sure the engine isn't visible at a glance)
Any recommendations?
I'm not that sensitive to price, as long as it has good value (i.e., excellent reliability).
So, I'm looking for something that would be reliable. Also, I'm looking for something that could carry 350 pounds up a 8% hill at >20 mph. I haven't done the calculations yet but I think that'll require at least 3 kW at the wheel (or about 4 horse power). I plan on putting this on a pusher trailer for gearing and setup advantages, and I'll have a trailer anyways for my stuff.
I also want something quiet or "not so noticeable" because I basically want to keep it concealed from any inquiring cops, or at least minimize attraction. I plan on having an electric assist for short distances in town or other sensitive parts during the journey, but I need to make sure the cops half a mile ahead can't hear me. (And make sure the engine isn't visible at a glance)
Any recommendations?
I'm not that sensitive to price, as long as it has good value (i.e., excellent reliability).