Howdy,
I have an electric scooter (48v with a 500w hub motor) that can't handle hills. I am considering adding a second motor with a chain or belt drive that can be used to augment the power going up hill. Mechanically speaking, it seems feasible (plenty of space and mounting spots). I am, however, illiterate in terms of the electronics.
What will happen if I tie in a second motor to the existing 4 batteries? Should they be able to handle a second motor for short durations? Other than using the charge more quickly? Or would the second motor rob power from the primary motor? I was thinking of a simple on/off button to engage the second motor as needed (like a turbo button).
If piggy-backing on the existing batteries is a poor choice? then what are the basics required to run a secondary system? Seperate battery, controller(?), motor, and more?
Thanks in advance for your answers and follow-up questions. I read thru a lot of posts on this forum and it looks like y'all will have some great ideas and advice.
I have an electric scooter (48v with a 500w hub motor) that can't handle hills. I am considering adding a second motor with a chain or belt drive that can be used to augment the power going up hill. Mechanically speaking, it seems feasible (plenty of space and mounting spots). I am, however, illiterate in terms of the electronics.
What will happen if I tie in a second motor to the existing 4 batteries? Should they be able to handle a second motor for short durations? Other than using the charge more quickly? Or would the second motor rob power from the primary motor? I was thinking of a simple on/off button to engage the second motor as needed (like a turbo button).
If piggy-backing on the existing batteries is a poor choice? then what are the basics required to run a secondary system? Seperate battery, controller(?), motor, and more?
Thanks in advance for your answers and follow-up questions. I read thru a lot of posts on this forum and it looks like y'all will have some great ideas and advice.