ElectroVelo
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- Опубликовано: 7 сен 2024
- This is my latest build, from May 2011. To date, Jan 12 2013 I have 29,262 kms on it. It has a trailer hitch, but there's enough room inside for a weeks worth of groceries.
I have been using this as my exclusive transportation.
Although this vehicle is capable of higher speeds, It's kept at a legal speed and power output using a cycle analyst computer, tied into the controller.
How fast, 60-65 kph
How far, ~ 200 km @ 35-40 kph, with some pedaling
How much, batteries, electronics, frame, canopy, shell ~ $3700
Weight, ~ 160 lbs
Batteries, 60v, 20AH LiFePO4, + Occasional 48v 20AH LiFePO4 reserve
Motor Crystalyte 3548, installed june 2012
40A infineon controller
Cycle Analyst, V2
100w DC-DC converter for lights, fan, heater and radio
Front brakes Sturmey-Archer, laced to Sun CR-18 rims
Build Photos:
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Thanks Harvey. I installed a small propane radiant heater to keep the canopy fog free. It also warms the interior. The side flaps open to keep CO levels low. Couple of weeks ago I took a 150km trip with temps at -15 to -20 and lots of wind. Since then I installed small electric blankets around the lithium batteries to stop cold temperature sagging. This has worked really well. Cold weather and salty shushy roads are good tests for any vehicle.
Yeah, I've been scouting around kickstarter looking at similar projects and mostly, the kind of projects that get funded. Thank you B Miller for the encouragement.
That machine is an absolute credit to you , fantastic engineering and forward thinking.
Thank you Dave
Dude even has a spare tire by his feet. What a boss.
This is seriously awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Not too bad in the summer as the sides below the canopy open. I live in a rural area so traveling always provided does a breeze.
Thank you for your comment. Yes, I have a controller with reverse. I like the Flintstones but not their car so much.
Speed..... 60 / 70 km....
Have you ever, or would you ever, share your plans and design online? It looks really, really nice! Fantastic work!
I like your large cockpit and more upright seating than some. Thank you for sharing. Would like to see more on how you attached the body to the trike.
Thank you. Okay, you might want to build or buy a trike the braze or weld on some attachment points. I did that plus used heavy duty HVAC hangers for the live loads. I used 18ga 6061 T6 bent into U channel and cut into 1" strips for the woven body shape. Check out the video description for photos. The body is 2part 2lb urethane foam on stretched 10 weight Lycra skinned by more 10/weight Lycra and polyester resin (west system) the body was built to match the trike frame to the 8' RV-8 aircraft canopy which I cut into three pieces. There are lots of small fabrications and a few additions since it was first built, like for example, a ducted cooling hose for the controller and a 12" pre stressed monoshock with variable tension. This vehicle has been a real learning experience and will help me in my next design which is heavier but more roadworthy at higher speeds.
What I like about your velomobile... it even has air conditioning inside.
It is very professionally made. I mean if we are going to built Mersedes it is here. Not in terms of high quality, but in terms of spacious cab, good view and features. It should not be light weight, but should have good powerful electric motor and batteries.
Ken Bell zero emissions, 100% green, pure electric, I like it. if you ever build more of these you can make a serious business with that, and not only that but helping to put out the use for gasoline and oil, even making it an Eco-friendly Bicycle/Vehicle for environmental benefits it has.
PuertoRican88 How is the electricity produced?
s6juggs plugin
Depends on the hill. I pedal along with the motor on steeper inclines.
Awesome job man.
Wish someone could do as good a job for the consumer.
Better than all of the big name attempts out there. again awesome job.
Thank you for that.
I would love to hotbox in this thing and ride around lol.
Мечта! Делал в 80х что то подобное, модель была из упаковки из под холодильника, но материал проблема было достать. Даже орг стекло выгибал в ванной паром.
Thank you Daniele. I carry a small radio to occasionally fill the silence.
Hey Ken, this is John Zoccano. I like it...and ive seen this video before...really awesome!!
Great way to feel good on a rainy day, or any time you make use of such a successful creation. Impressive speed too!
Definetely the nicest velomobile out there.!!!
this is great, from the look to functionality. we need more machines like this on the road, great job!
Seems delicious to ride.
Very good on speed and autonomy.
Thank you
I would love to build something like this for my Catrike. Who knows, this may become a winter project. Thanks for the inspiration Ken.
I wanna build one of these and a bike caravan trailer to live in forever...
Tired of paying rent and being poor, might as well be poor and highly mobile.
learrus did you built one please tell me too I want to get one for me
It looks good, like it should be in a sci-fi movie.
Very nice! I love it. I've been riding electric bike the last three years. I have several hub motors. Mostly BMC, V2, V3 and V4, with a Ping 48v 20amp. I'm in the process of a couple really big builds. using Phasor frames, Cromotors hubs at least 100v 25amp batteries. With what you need a Schlumpf highspeed crankset 34T/ 84Tooth. I love to put my big setup in a clean Velmobile like yours. My systems got regen braking too. More video please.
I have to say this seems like the best of the bunch in many ways. Congratulations.
Love the design - looks like a fighter jet cockpit!
I like your effort!!..i think its great. Once i get the Arctrike going, im very much considering doing a Velomobile.....salute to you!
Thanks a lot John. Good talking with you too.
I hope your project is very successful. I've given some thought to the idea of a solar vehicle as well after the stunning results of the Australian solar challenge, last year.
really nice looking velomobile. i would love to build simething with that design.
Very nice! I'm currently considering bying a recumbent trike but could well see myself in one of these in a couple years time.
Thank you for sharing this amazing vehicle with us on youtube. You did an amazing job on this vehicle. Would love to see more information on the specific components used and a specific parts list if possible.
That looks like so much fun to ride.
I very much enjoy it.
@BoiseTDI I purchased the canopy. Its blown for an RV8 single seat aircraft. The body is a combination of stretched lycra,urethane foam and epoxy resin on an aluminum body frame. The trike frame is ChroMoly.
ThankYou Ernesto. Yes a couple times I've ridden heavy summer rains. A little leaking around the black rubber side flaps. Repositioned the bottom of the flaps to the outside of the vehicle to shed water. Visibility not too bad because of the large viewing area, but I had to slow down.
Nice ride man! I like it. It is just cool. If I made one I would want it to have a prop or a ducted fan. I don't know if it would work, but it sure would roll with a tail wind.
Thank You Andy!
I could work up a parts list and post it to a blog. Volunteer work presently takes up most of my free time, but I'm working on something a little larger.
Thanks for the comment Mike. I imagine that a cromotor at 100v would drive a velo 70-80kph easily. An 84t crank might be a bit of a squeeze though.
Thanks for the kudos. I'm planning a two seater as well. Kelly sells some single shaft motors, but they're pretty big, 7kw.
I WOULD BUY THE PLAN TO BUILD THIS. It be nice to have it close up with all the steps... bit hard to see clearly the pictures posted in your link if one decides to follow it. Lovely design,smart
Did you see the build photos? If so, and still want more information, pm me
I sure will Amanda, Thank for your appreciation. One day I hope, this kind of vehicle will be very common. Recumbent riding is much easier on the back and legs than sitting in a car.
Amazing trike! I am planning to build one too, but mine will be solar powered, so it will be a little bit bigger for surface area, but will have a similar 3 wheeled trike base structure.
excellent Ken, thanks for sharing, congratulations!
It is also very quiet inside, compared to other VM I tried :-)
Yes, the GoOne is a well known velomobile. My design is centered around the shape of the RV-8 canopy and used woven aluminum and lycra rather than fiberglass.
Hi, i'm trying to build something exactly like this.I'm not sure where to start, would you be able to help me?
I started with the frame design. Needed suspension as my last vehicle was pretty rough. Videos of that are on my YT channel. Might end up using this shell design for a plug. Anyway, for basic building tips go to Atomic Zombie. For detailed suspension and design go to Recumbents.com . For all electrical including motors batteries etc go to Endlesssphere forums.
loved it!!!! now all it needs is a front wiper haha
Sweet! Thanks for sharing.
Cheers, Patrick
The black rubber sides are attached with velcro. I take them off in the summer to vent lots of air. Not too bad but definitely warmer than outside.
First , excuse me for language . I speak spanish only. Second i added at fan chorus, great design , very practical , realistic. etc . I live in Bogotà, a six million city, a lot of traffic . Can you think two wheels about ? . Electrovelo look wide for here. But pedals + electro is the top, here rain like London and hot Miami whole year and 1600 meter over sea level .
Great job! Really nice style and I love the big front window -- really great. Would love to have seen the build process.
Simply beautiful! This is the future!:)
The body is suspended at all points with heavy duty, rubber cushioned HVAC hangers. From my prior build, I learned that road chatter eventually fatigues all rigid connections.
See my build photos. Link is at the bottom of the description.
Well done...!!!
Best wishes from Bavaria / Germany. :-)
great, this is exactly what i want to build
The police here have been very good and seem genuinely concerned fir my safety. I've been asked about lighting by officers and asked how I feel other traffic responds to me, so I have to say my experience has been good. Although my velo can go quite fast, just as a car can, it's design optimized for 32-40kph so concerns of speeding haven't really come up. I've always been a cautious driver and those habits translate to this vehicle. Thats what keeps me alive.
love the design, well done.
Very good design!
Cool vehicle. I enjoyed watching this. I was trying to figure out where you're from as your accent sounds like a southwestern Ontario accent, and then you mention Rondeau Park in the video - not terribly far away from me as I live in London, a few klicks up Highway 401, so to speak.
You should try and commercialize your velomobile. As we move away from using fossil fuels to power our vehicles, people are going to be looking for solutions like yours. I believe that small, relatively low-speed and lightweight vehicles like this one are the future of transportation, at least in the urban environment.
thank for that, Yup definitely SW Ontario and near Rondeau. I feel the same way. Greater efficiency is going to be a must for many kinds of transportation. If enough people are interested I will commercialize this project. I'm constantly tinkering with it and improving things . After many 10s of thousands of kms I've gained some respect for over-engineered suspension and wheel components. Many upgrades including Mag rims, larger bearings and a return to adjustable coil springs. Lots of winter road salt here too so corrosion protection is important .
That Is VERY Cool!!!😎👏👏👏👏👏👍
Thanks. Still rolling with an added heater
Echo the sentiments of a nice build. Have you considered a Kickstarter to bring plans, parts, kits to the public in some fashion?
Link to build photos is in the discription.
I know you've heard this before, but very nice job. I think this is the first version that I would consider using in place of my trike to commute to work. Let me know if you have. Changed your mind about producing the unit. I might be interested. Way cool!
i wish i had a 2 wheel'ed bike with your body construction. the problem with a 3 wheeled one is it's too wide and dangerous. awsome bike.
Thanks John. People who make canopies often have ones they either can't sell or certify for flight. I got mine from toddscanopies in Florida. The controller comes from Ebikes.ca although I have infineon, crystalyte and no name controllers from other sellers and manufacturers. Lyen mods infineon controllers. Check out his stuff on the "endless sphere" forums. Of the 4 motors I use, two came from ItsElectric.ca one from Ebikes.ca and a high power electric motorcycle hub directly from China, through a friend.
Excelente como transporte alternativo me agrada
Came across this looking @ pretty basic e-bikes. Must say.. LOVE IT!! Not having to hand-carry items+ protection from elements~ just WOW. Most places I go are VERY local, but having a bad back (crushed discS) sometimes walking SO much, becomes a weight-bearing pain in the u know what after a bit (quite literally) I drive my car, but would love to find/purchase a lower powered one of these (or something like it) instead! Pls. send me a pvt msg if you ever start to sell these! =) Amanda/IL-USA
Yes as kokopelli314. I don't contribute as much as I probably should though. The ES is a really great forum.
dude this is soo cool! awesome man
Thank you. Its been a fun project
If the tire is flat there is a spare tube and tire inside. I carry a small tool bag for repairs. As for locking, it has a keyed switch and a U lock that bolts to the chassis. Its pretty unusual and Im fairly well known so thieft would be a bad plan.
Thank you for your kind comment.
too speed !
thanks for sharing , awesome
This is a one off. If I build more, it will take several months. I have another business that requires my full attention during the warmer months. There would also be some financial stuff to work out.
Beautiful
Are u by chance making more of these vehicles to sell? One of a kind, very nice work u have done😃
Nice, and well done!
thank you.
Great Velo. It seems unusually quiet inside compared to most velos. How did you accomplish that? Did you line the inside surfaces of the shell with some sound deadening material?
The shell is a foam + Lycra/Resin composite layered over woven aluminum strips .
Are you ever going to start production and sell it? Please I want one
How do you cool in summer....especially on sunny days.....I use a long rectangular canopy on top of my Rover for shade and still I get hot , also I tend to cycle mornings and evenings.......where can I get aluminum fabric.....thanks for your time
This is fantastic velo build! Unfortunetaly the link is broken to the build photos. Is there any chance you could upload them again?
You should patent it and sell it to a manufacturer as this seems like a great quality design and offers a lot of great features that a lot of Velomobile enthusiast would find enticing to have in a velomobile. How did you mount the head lights on the side like that and what kinda lights did you use, cuz I might want to try that with my velomobile, if I ever get one that is.
The headlights are 12v noma yard spots pulled from a Canadian Tire bargain bin. I made aluminum brackets to give some adjustment.
Wow, I have watched you video and pictures many times. You are the man!!.
Now I am trying to see your actual trike. very nice front suspension. Do you have any details on that?
Cheers
Thank You
Pretty cool!
Do you got some pictures of making the electrovelo?
about $3700 is not a bad price for this. I'd get it if it were in a kit form.
Wow.. nice job bro :) like your work
Hi Mr. Ken Bell. Really Great project. Thank you so much for sharing it. This is the only velo I've seen that I'm seriously interested in having. For someone like myself with no engineering, manufacturing and/or building skills, who would I employ to help me reproduce what you have done? An engineer?, machinist?, faricator?... I have no idea. I have every intention of putting together something. If you please, share with me your thoughts on how I should proceed. Additionally, why did you use the woven aluminun, lycra and urethane instead of fiberglass?
i want one but with a handlebar instead of 2 sticks on the sides and possibly a little bit thinner too
I believe the secret to popularizing a Velomobile is to legitimize them as road worthy transportation by enacting legislation that would require registration and license plates for all road bound velomobiles. This would make them viable alternatives to cars and mopeds and as such it would also lower their overall price, making them the affordable preferable choice between these three. Until this is done they’ll be viewed as curious oddities that are neither bike nor car nor moped.
Ken Great job. My question. Where do yo find the canopy, motor and controller? I was thinking of building a vacuum molder until I realized how involved it would be.
How do you think whether it is possible to make mass production of these vehicles?
People know that velo-mobile cost a lot - starting from $4500 with average of 8000.
But what if it was only $1400-1500? I predict boom. Instead of using bicycle, people can buy this device. As usual they can use legs, but additionally motor when tired. If only it can be made in conveyor produciton.
This is awesome. I get it all except the canopy. Where did you get or how did you make that canopy? Awesome work. I want to build one.
Good idea!
Yes I will but securing funding takes time.
it's beautiful, but I noticed you say it is 160 lbs. I love the canopy, but I wonder if it is really heavy?
Ken, did you start with a commercial tadpole to did you design and build the bike yourself?
Can you make a video detailing how you made the front canopy?
Bradley Hoover to be fair, I'd have to build another velomobile do that. Check out the build photos in the description
Hi Ken, yop, looking good :) Is there any other video or web site showing more of the insides? structure and alikes... Will there be any plans to offer a construction informations so one can get up and build one following your lines?
Very reminiscent of the Go-One production unit out of Germany.Were you aware of that design when building this one?
Awesome, that amazing!
Very nice build and an excellent design! Very spacious yet maintains a decent aerodynamic profile. Do you have a reverse feature? I ask this because you don't have the 'Fred Flinstone' access openings under the pedals for your feet.
Where did you get the fairing from? Did you shape it yourself? Also, is the velo frame you made aluminum?
how much it costed you for the molded windsheld ? you hade to provide a preleminary mold of the shape i guess? Thanks , nice ride!