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Makes And Models => Energica => Topic started by: PWM on August 25, 2020, 09:12:04 PM
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This thread may seem dumb to some and lazy-ass to others but it really represents a non-invasive alternative to hacking tools I have in the works...rethinking, why.
My wants are minimal.
1) Brake Bleed Assist - utilize ABS modulator to purge fluid.
2) Chain Clean Assist - w/ bike on rear stand, spin chain on a revolution-per-minute creep speed.
Be interesting to know what the cruise-activation minimum speed setting is possible today to mimic #2?
3) I forgot what the third item was, but if anyone has input I can forward a formal request to Stephano @ Energica on our behalf.
Of note - One would fully expect to have a waiver of liability integrated into any DIY mode given the perceived hazards and this will be encouraged. Tesla can do it - so can Energica if the purpose is there.
Help me w/ #3.
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I have put the bike into park assist or reverse while on rear spools before for chain lubing. Works fine. I don't feel the need for an additional mode for that.
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I have put the bike into park assist or reverse while on rear spools before for chain lubing. Works fine. I don't feel the need for an additional mode for that.
That's cool!
So, one-hand on the throttle or do you invoke the cruise control? Very interested in how slow it will go.
Intent on my part is to simplify a chain clean/lube/drip process to set-n-forget slow overnight thing.
Then do whatever for quick wipe then add water repellent wax...using park assist speed as mentioned.
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One hand on the throttle. Park assist is like 2 mph max.
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One hand on the throttle. Park assist is like 2 mph max.
Understood. Maybe a throttle stop screw is all it would take for a steady-state creep speed then, but the non-invasiveness is lost...thanks for the input.
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#1 A front brake flush takes 5-10 min, the abs pump would not make this process faster or easier.
#2 - Put your bike into slow forward mode. Use a large ziptie around your throttle and brake lever to act as a "throttle lock" to adjust the rotating speed of the rear wheel.
^ I use this to spray chains with cleaning solution and also lube.
Keep your fingers the hell away from the sprockets. Your soft bits stand no chance...
I believe CC has a 25mph min speed.
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A short bungee would work as a throttle-lock, too.
-Crissa
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Keep your fingers the hell away from the sprockets. Your soft bits stand no chance...
You tell 'em!
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Keep your fingers the hell away from the sprockets. Your soft bits stand no chance...
You tell 'em!
I even have photos to prove why it's a bad idea...
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Agreed on brake bleed is a nothing burger.
Still not convinced on cave-man ways to setup creep speed that needs to be very slow to be intrinsically safe, e.g. set-n-walkaway...but more importantly the process requires time for optimal efficient and copacetic results (it's proven).
Demoni - I realize now it is best to shit-CAN the UDS service-ID approach because of the proprietary hoops, can you confirm if the traction drive's serial programming port is empty and plug capable? The RineHart folks are a stone's throw from me and I'm confident on the application support to command a speed reference (jog parameter) once the power is enabled to the drive.
Be soooo simple to establish a UI approach if only others saw the utility...<sigh>.
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A video might show the process clearer...
https://youtu.be/mZMBtTYuj2M (https://youtu.be/mZMBtTYuj2M)
^ the copper piece is a 3d printed "parking brake" a EVA owner gave me.
I respect a software based solution. However when a simple physical solution already exists that reaches the same goal I don't see the benefit.