The X-360 Electric Scooter [X-360] $359.95

Available Options: Color: BlackBluePinkBurgandy The latest in product innovation and future technology. Welcome to the X-360. This is our premium selling scooter and it features A 3 battery system equaling 36 Volts (most all other scooters that look similar have only 2 batteries & 24 volts) and the X-360 comes standard with a 350 watt powerful motor that is chain driven direct to the rear wheel. 2006 Models output = 600 Watts. Product Specifications: Power: Electric Watts: 350 (not 250 watts like the others sell) (output = 600 watts) Amps: 30 Volts: 36 (not 24 volts like the others sell) Batteries: Three 12 volts Maintenance Free (Not 2 Batteries like All Others) Tire Size: 13" with Chrome Mag Wheels Charger: Smart Charger Included Tool Kit: Included Speed: 17-21 mph* Distance: Up to 20 miles per charge Throttle Type: Variable speed control Key Start: Yes Seat Kit Included: Yes Braking System: Rear Drum Drive System: Chain Foldable: Yes Head Light: Yes Tail Light: Yes Brake Light: Yes Blinkers: Front & Rear Suggested Max Weight: 300 lbs (other brands only carry 250 lbs) Carton Size (LxWxH): 46x14x25 Scooter In Box Weight: 80 lbs Scooter Weight: 59 lbs Electric Horn: Yes Spring Loaded Seat: Yes Speedometer: Yes Battery Indicator: Yes Cargo Rack: Included Storage box with key included, but does not need to be installed. Your choice!

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This product was added to our catalog on Friday 10 August, 2007.

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Building an Electric Bicycle - The Cheapest Form of Hybrid

Many blogs and sites on the net talk about gasoline-electric hybrid model vehicles. However, there is a cheaper hybrid version that you can use: a human electric hybrid bicycle.

A well constructed hybrid electric bike functions in a very similar way to a simple electric hybrid car. The assembly is arranged to permit the electric motor to assist with acceleration, hill climbs, and with general movement. Just as gasoline is the primary power source in the simplest of hybrids, in the simplest forms of electric bicycle, the primary form of power is still supplied by the rider, and in both cases, batteries provide an assist which permits the vehicle to go longer and faster with less effort.

Peddling on the part of the rider can be used both to move the bicycle and to recharge the batteries. Regenerative braking is also an option, providing another source of power for the bike batteries and making for much easier riding in hilly riding areas. In hybrid bikes, one of the most complicated parts of the system is connecting the electric motor to the wheel, so that power can be used to push the bike, or stored to power the bike at a later time (by using the system in reverse). While there are many ways to do this, one of the easiest is via a simple roller which can be brought to push on the tire when needed.

As the components of an electric bike (with the exception of the batteries) can often be obtained from salvage or scrap, the price of an electric bike can vary widely. However, I recommend caution with parts related to braking. Personally, I would always buy those parts new as I always want to be sure my bike can stop!

As with any hybrid vehicle, the weight of the hybrid assembly should always be considered at all times in your conversion process. The last thing you want to do is create a bike that’s impossible to peddle without the batteries on.

Kits and advice on creating hybrid bicycles are available across the Web as well as many businesses that sell completed hybrid conversions.