The X-500 Electric Scooter [X-500] $429.95 $389.95

Available Options: Color: BlackBlue The latest in product innovation and future technology. Welcome to the X-500. The X-Treme X-500 offers you a 500 Watt earth magnet electric motor + 4 Batteries equaling 48 output volts and you get all of this under an Aluminum Billet deck with an optional seat kit tossed in for free. The X-500 rides on the latest technology and features 10" air filled tough tires, Aluminum Mag wheels, and features both front and rear vented disk brakes. The X-500 is the superior kids fast electric scooter. This scooter cannot be broken. The frame is made of high tension steel, the deck is made of high grade Billet Aluminum, these 2 features alone make this the toughest scooter on the market today. Bladez makes a similar one to this, their scooter has less power (350 watts) and less batteries (only 2 batteries) instead of 4 batteries like the X-500 has. The scooter has been a championship model for Bladez and now the X-500 will compliment it with more features such as 2 additional batteries and nearly twice the power plant at 500 watts. Product Specifications: Power: Electric Watts: 500 Watts - (not 350W Like BladeZ) Amps: 30+ Volts: 48 (not 24 volts like BladeZ) Batteries: Four 12 volts Maintenance Free (Not 2 Batteries like all others) Tire Size: 10" Aluminum Mag Wheels Charger: Smart Charger Included With Cooling Fan (not cheap) Tool Kit: Included Speed: Up To 23 mph* Distance: 15 - 20 miles per charge* Throttle Type: Variable speed control Kick Stand: Included - Welded To Frame Seat Kit Included: Yes - It's Optional But Included Free Braking System: Front & Rear Vented Disk Brakes Drive System: Chain Foldable: Yes - Folds & Locks In Folded Position Body Type: High Grade Billet Aluminum Handlebars: Billet Head Badge Aluminum (See image below) Design: Stand Up / Optional Sit Down Seat Kit Included Scooter Size: Length 44" Height 42" Max Rider Weight: 330 lbs. Carton Size (LxWxH): 43 x 12 x 17 (Width Of Handle Bars 25") Scooter In Box Weight: 70 lbs. Scooter Weight: 60 lbs. Controller: Heavy Duty (36 Amp) Spring Loaded Seat: Yes Forks: Polished Steel Height: 42 Inches To Handle Bars Warranty: 30 Day X-Treme Warranty - 6 Month Battery Warranty *depends on rider weight & terrain

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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.