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Thank you for bringing this to my attention. Do you have a suggestion for a more reliable alternative?

If I had more experience in editing, I would probably have made this part less abrupt. However, I couldn't think of anything else. After all, nothing happened. :-)

Absolutely!

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@@SolarTrails Search my page for " Moon Setting Sun rising " because youtube isn't letting me post the link here

Yes! I'm satisfied with this panel.

I have visited this place several times (the village is called Velem), and even I didn't know about these buildings. While plotting my route on the map for this video, I accidentally discovered them and thought it would be a good place to start my trip.

Yes, the paths around Fertő (Neusiedler) Lake are well-maintained, safe, and very popular. However, this is not typical. Both Austria and Hungary have a growing number of bike paths, but much work still needs to be done.

@@SolarTrails yea you can find some really nice paths in the US but its not typical either.

Glad you liked it!

Thanks, I love this song too. The title is Bad Bad Barn Yard. (bit.ly/3zkkRZ4)

Awesome, thank you!

Thanks so much! I'm using a simple GoPro 11 and Davinci Resolve for editing.

My charge connection also has 3 pins, but in reality, only 2 pins are used. I googled a lot to find out what exactly this connector is and to my amazement, it turned out that it's some kind of audio connector. The name is "AC-C-X3M". You just have to find out which pins are actually used and which one is the + and -.

It makes me really happy to see you as a faithful follower! Your feedback is incredibly welcome and valuable. In fact, there's nothing more rewarding than seeing someone inspired to create something similar. I wish you all the best and many happy rides ahead. Feel free to ask anything - I'm happy to help, even if my experience is still growing.

Thank you so much! I wish you many nice rides!

The built-in Battery Management System (BMS) plays a crucial role here. It ensures safe operation by regulating current flow (input from the panels and output to the motor). It works independently of the controllers (motor controller and solar charge controller). However, it's important to ask a qualified professional for advice before replicating this setup. Different battery chemistries and BMS features can impact safe operation.

You have some awesome videos! I subbed to your channel!

The MPT-7210A has a rather annoying bug or design flaw. Whenever light intensity decreases, it resets itself and takes up to 30 seconds to ramp up production again. This wouldn’t be an issue on a clear day, but when there are clouds or the panel is moving, this power-down-power-up cycle is virtually continuous. Additionally, the MPT is not waterproof. Initially, I was deterred by the price tag of the Genasun, but I eventually decided to go for it, and I'm glad I did. As long as the Genasun works, I don't plan on trying others. Honestly, I don't think there is anything on the market that would beat it. I bought it from Grin Technologies, which offered it at a lower price than Genasun itself, and there were no payment problems. I would love to see your system! :-)

You are absolutely right, these are essential items. The long black bag on the top tube has all the tools. Complete with pump, pressure gauge, inner tube, zip ties, multitool, chain tool, pliers, small knife, puncture repair kit, etc. The first aid kit is not waterproof so I carry it in the red food bag.

Thanks mate, I really appreciate it! Go for it, it's fun, it's exciting and it's incredibly fulfilling.

Absolutely! However, battery size matters most in terms of having enough range. I aim for 4-5 hours of riding, even on rough terrain. The solar panel(s) wattage should be sufficient to recharge the battery in another 4-5 hours. This ensures a complete charge and discharge cycle within a day (in good weather). As seen in many RUclips videos, mismatched panel wattage is a common reason people lose faith in solar-powered biking. For example, a 50W or even a 100W panel simply can't recharge a large 1kWh battery in a few hours, this would be an unrealistic expectation. Math is simple: a 100W panel, under ideal circumstances (perpendicular to the sun, no clouds, light breeze to cool the panels) would take at least 10 hours to charge a 1kWh battery from 0 to 100%. This is an oversimplified scenario, of course. In reality, discharging the battery completely is unlikely, and conditions are rarely perfect. Terrain is a huge factor: it can cut your range to a fraction.

Yes, I am thinking about a different arrangement where the other solar panel can be more easily accessed. I don't have a definitive plan in mind, but sooner or later, I'll get there. At the moment, this arrangement works pretty well. Given my lazy style, on a sunny day, I have more energy than I can possibly store in the battery.

Amazing! Way to go!

You are right, of course. On shorter rides two batteries or even a single battery is perfectly fine. And if your rides are near populated areas, you should be all set as you will always have access to an outlet. In my case it is a bit different. I usually go to pretty remote places. (In this "How I charge my ebike" video I just rode out to the nearby field to demonstrate the procedure.) Difficult terrains also drastically reduce range. Dirt paths, gravel roads, grassy areas, especially with steep inclines tend to drain your battery pretty fast. Anyway, these videos are not made with the intent to tell the only true way. It's more like a proof of concept, where I would like to do experiments and show the advantages and disadvantages of temporarily being cut off of civilization. And I feel you, the subject utterly fascinates me too! :-)

Thanks! :-)

Well, there would be some drawbacks as well. :-)

Sorry to hear that. I'm a beginner on RUclips and open to changes. What was the problem? It was the volume, the genre or something else?

@@SolarTrails too repetitive for my liking enjoyed the video though

Thanks for the feedback!

All part of the process, your humbleness inspires me!

Very relaxing btw

Thank you, I really appreciate it! I use Blender to create 3D maps and a bit of coding in Python and Blender script (also Python-based) to incorporate the data from the gps track and consumption data that I record while on the go.

@@SolarTrails Wow! Beautifully done. As a solar bike rider, one can really understand your electric use , terrain, and charging. Well done!

Haha, right. I bought the trailer from a brand (and/or company) named VidaXL. I suppose the trailer bears the same name.

At first, I tried connecting the panels in parallel, but this caused the current to exceed the upper input limit of the Genasun charge controller. The battery's BMS limits power to about 160W anyway...

@@SolarTrailsOk than it does not matter. I use a 1.3 Kw 12.8V/100Ah LiFePo battery for storage in the trailer. Next to that a solar charger from Victron (75/15). This year I use a setup with 2 lightweight solapanels of 130 W each. While riding I only use one (stacked on eachother). At campsites I use both in parallel. In 2022 I used one bigger flex panel of 200W, made a 2000Km tour (4 weeks), got 36 Kw in total from the sun.

@@solar-e-bike-touring-europe I love your setup, very impressive! And I subscribed to your channel. Let's change the world! 🙂

It all depends on the type of camping you prefer. I personally enjoy being far away from civilization and infrastructure, and solar power allows me to do that without worrying about finding the next wall socket. If you plan to camp within reach of the grid, then you're right - solar generation may not be necessary.

@@SolarTrails Soon to be 3 batteries , I could put a curved lid on the trailer so a flex solar panel could start charging the 2nd batt, sooner in the day while riding North and South --- However I could mount a Gas-Gen on a flat top lid and charge battering after dark while I sleep as well as during the day while I ride --- Side Note - I have an MPPT , and the cost of the lightest gas-gen is more than twice the cost of solar --- The more I wright this , the more my choice is clear , so thank you 😎

Thanks man!

Your setup might work well. Calculate the weight of the power station, consider the length of your typical routes, and factor in the bike's typical consumption. This should make clear whether your solution is suitable for your needs.

I purchased it from a company called VidaXL. It's not bad, but I'm not particularly satisfied with it. I'm currently exploring other options. I would imagine that a flatbed trailer works well on paved roads. However, if you plan to traverse rougher terrains, securing your belongings to the trailer might be challenging.

thx!

Yeah. More to follow :-)

Awesome, thank you!

Thanks, will do!

I bought it here. However, VidaXL seems to be an international company, there might be other stores, depending on your country. www.vidaxl.hu/e/vidaxl-fekete-es-sarga-kerekpar-utanfuto-65-kg/8718475701361.html I believe that in S01E02 you can see which part of the trailer I broke. However, the company doesn't appear to be in a rush to provide me with a replacement part.

I do not leave any of it on the venue, stripped or otherwise, of course. I have a designated trash bag that I empty whenever I find a garbage bin along the way. Thanks for the tip anyway and thanks for subbing! :-)

Thanks for the feedback, I appreciate it. Handling the 'Time' aspect should be manageable. Solar generation is a bit trickier since one panel charges the bike continuously while the other only charges when connected to the circuit. The battery capacity is already displayed alongside the percentage value. I'll try to incorporate the additional data you mentioned, but I want to avoid overcrowding the screen. RUclips analytics indicate that roughly 60% of my audience watches videos on mobile devices, so the text needs to be large enough for readability on phones. These are challenges I still need to address. Thx again!