Due to too much time under lockdown, I’ve added a lot of setting (probably too many) to adapt to various riding conditions : there are 3 wheel axle positions for wheel diameter from 9" to 7" .(it also change board maniability)
In addition, the deck position is adjustable in height, roll and pitch so it can accomodate plenty pneumies.
I will try to make pictures of the different configurations with more explanation.
I plan to have the first boards available this spring (without unexpected lockdown), at small quantity, for “educated clients” (able to monitor and repair the board if needed)
F*****g around about RTC, max lean angle and deck height with pieces of “rubber”, hand-made parts (noone has the same dimension) and few nervous breakdowns…
You are right about the motor position, that’s a weak point with internal gear transmission as it lowers the motor…However, the leaning angle is a bit excessive to make a nice picture…in real life, 30 degres is enough for a confortable ride (I’m working on the rtc to “control/limit” it).
The motor on the picture is a 67mm and I would prefer to use 55mm motors with internal gear to keep the weight low and a stealthy look (also I don’t know how much power this cheap gear can handle).
In addition, I will probably switch to external gear transmission as there are much more models available (helical, gears ratio,…)
When I wanted to turn on the electric package after few months, it didn’t worked so I tried (without thinking twice) to control the battery voltage directly on the esc battery cable connections (bad idea) but I screwed up, made a short circuit and melted the esc…Well, at least, the battery is still good!
At least, I managed to make running the rest of the electric package and (hopefully) will be able to test the board with a single motor.
Yes, definitely…
Initially, I was planning to test my frame with sails/wings, as usual, but due to lockdown here, I had to change my plan and went a bit too fast without thinking enough…
I will try to remember the lesson.