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No, got it out for a 14 mile ride about an hour ago, and worked perfect.
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Gold E-Krate first project build.
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On the derailleur anchor bolt hole, there isn't enough space to drill one on traditional cruiser rear drop in mounts. This will be a big problem going forward. But considering the mid drive systems I am eying on the new Krates later this year, is still doable especially on a standard rear wheel and cluster. I may opt for an older Schwinn frame setup previously for a derailleur option, maybe like a speedster frame. There are also Italian made 'ATOM' front drum brakes made, that's if I go retro protocol. That or if I choose a fork different than the single springer, I might have an option for front disc should I build up a 21st century Krate.
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500 plus miles and riding impressions.
Okay, the faster you go, the more stable the ride. Just the momentum force stabilizes it nicely. The suspension front and rear Springer fork tightened all the way, and the rear sissybar shocks absorb bumps making this a Cadillac plush ride, very smooth, quiet and easy on my butt!
Stopping is where the problems occur. The front brake a Sturmey Archer works just fine and can stop the bike from high speeds. The rear brake is another issue. In the future when I convert this Gold Krate to a mid drive system with a stick shift too, it will be much easier to add a disc brake adapter and remedy this.
Steering would have been better off with the narrower "U" shaped bars rather than the wider "V" shaped bars, something to do on that future list.
Tires, I would have preferred airless tires, very hard to fit and get on, but once on, they would remove a big issue and that is the proverbial flat tire. Another future krates issue I am still considering.
2nd thru 7th gear works great.
The dual kickstand limits turning or leaning into turns. Just too low to the ground. Unfortunately the longer front forks in gold weren't available. They would have raised the pedals a couple of inches and that would have been very nice indeed. As long as you keep the pedals even when riding, no issues. On turns it can become an issue.
Acceleration? The bike starts slow, then quickly picks up in the mid range, and becomes somewhat of a chore at 27mph. From there it can steadily accelerate and gain top speed quickly.
The small triangle battery works perfectly with the controller. I never was able to get the PAS to work, which limits my range greatly unless I pedal and from time to time hit the throttle to gain ease in speed back between my pedaling. At least it's a work around that works.
Overall, very happy with the project. It was very valuable knowledge to gain going forward with future Krate builds. I believe the best way forward is that mid drive system a small tool bag in the seat post with an extra ebike chain as well as a chain tool. Airless tires, and in the future projects the new Sodium Ion batteries that are in production now.
Okay, the faster you go, the more stable the ride. Just the momentum force stabilizes it nicely. The suspension front and rear Springer fork tightened all the way, and the rear sissybar shocks absorb bumps making this a Cadillac plush ride, very smooth, quiet and easy on my butt!
Stopping is where the problems occur. The front brake a Sturmey Archer works just fine and can stop the bike from high speeds. The rear brake is another issue. In the future when I convert this Gold Krate to a mid drive system with a stick shift too, it will be much easier to add a disc brake adapter and remedy this.
Steering would have been better off with the narrower "U" shaped bars rather than the wider "V" shaped bars, something to do on that future list.
Tires, I would have preferred airless tires, very hard to fit and get on, but once on, they would remove a big issue and that is the proverbial flat tire. Another future krates issue I am still considering.
2nd thru 7th gear works great.
The dual kickstand limits turning or leaning into turns. Just too low to the ground. Unfortunately the longer front forks in gold weren't available. They would have raised the pedals a couple of inches and that would have been very nice indeed. As long as you keep the pedals even when riding, no issues. On turns it can become an issue.
Acceleration? The bike starts slow, then quickly picks up in the mid range, and becomes somewhat of a chore at 27mph. From there it can steadily accelerate and gain top speed quickly.
The small triangle battery works perfectly with the controller. I never was able to get the PAS to work, which limits my range greatly unless I pedal and from time to time hit the throttle to gain ease in speed back between my pedaling. At least it's a work around that works.
Overall, very happy with the project. It was very valuable knowledge to gain going forward with future Krate builds. I believe the best way forward is that mid drive system a small tool bag in the seat post with an extra ebike chain as well as a chain tool. Airless tires, and in the future projects the new Sodium Ion batteries that are in production now.
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Bikes are similar to boats in that once you are underway it's all good.
The docking and undocking are where the issues arise.
The docking and undocking are where the issues arise.
