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[HotRodHoose]

How would you do the key switch then?  And what would I do with the logic with your new way?

[HotRodHoose]

I do have a question about the controller software, what do you actually do with it and how do you hook it up?  I downloaded it to see what it was like but do i need to use it or will my bike work without it?

[frodus]

How would you do the key switch then?  And what would I do with the logic with your new way?

I'd have a completely seperate 12V system (or DC-DC converter) and run 12V through the Key-switch to a relay that has 72V rated contacts.... like this: http://www.casadelgato.com/KUEP-3D55-12

Run 12V to the coils (through the switch). The Pack voltage goes through the relay Normally Open contacts.

I just don't like HV going through my keyswitch, or any other contacts, since they're rated for only 12VDC.

[frodus]

I do have a question about the controller software, what do you actually do with it and how do you hook it up?  I downloaded it to see what it was like but do i need to use it or will my bike work without it?

RTFM

[chdfarl]

I do have a question about the controller software, what do you actually do with it and how do you hook it up?  I downloaded it to see what it was like but do i need to use it or will my bike work without it?

RTFM

Im sorry i defended this do your own homework

[HotRodHoose]

Thanks again, thats a good deal on that relay.

[frodus]

hotrod,

Go get this book:
Build Your Own Electric Motorcycle by Carl Vogel
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Build-Your-Own-Electric-Motorcycle/Carl-Vogel/e/9780071622936

Read it cover to cover. This book makes it easy, you don't even have to leave your chair or get on the phone to find the answers you need.

[HotRodHoose]

Ok, thanks for the book reference.

[HotRodHoose]

Ok, here is an unpolished pic of the bike.  The brakes aren't finished yet, and neither is the 12 volt system.  The bike worked fine after the first run of wiring was done.  I turned the project in, did the report and presented it and everyone thought my project was by far the best.  I also named it "Amp Angel."

[frodus]

so ya got her runnin ok?

looks great, more pictures....

throw it up on evalbum