NiCad Yamaha FJ-600 Conversion
Hi Folks. I sold my XM-3500 prototype and upgraded to an all-electric motorcycle. Money has gotten very tight for me and now I have to sell it as well. Here is the description below:
This is a 1985 Yamaha FJ-600 that has been converted to be an all-electric vehicle. The 72 volt system uses 60 1.2v 30 Ah NiCad batteries and has a high-end Delta-Q on-board battery charger. The range is about 20 miles or so and charges in 4-5 hours. Top speed about 65+ mph with decent acceleration - enough to easily flow with traffic but not so much that you risk killing yourself. Makes for a great commuter motorcycle - plug in at work and get 40 miles a day. The bike runs very well, is comfortable to ride and easy to operate. Batteries are in great shape and should last for a long time. There is some small cosmetic damage on the bike and I will be happy to send some more in-depth photos upon request. Overall an awesome electric vehicle and comes with spare batteries as well. I am willing to help arrange shipping as well.
Titled and plated as a motorcycle here in Colorado.
ETEK brushless motor
Delta-Q Charger
CycleAnalyst installed
Asking $2500 (less than the cost of the parts to convert it) and will make allowances for shipping depending on your location.
The previous owners/guy who converted it's EVALBUM stats are located here: http://www.evalbum.com/1406
Email me at basile (at) ymail (dot) com
Nice bike, a shame you have to sell it!
How do the NiCd cells cope with heat? Is there any active cooling system?
I agree - very nice looking conversion. What's the battery box made out of? It looks like a nice straightforward battery installation.
Good luck with the sale - and I hope you find your financial feet again soon...
Thanks for the well wishes guys! I appreciate that. I am trying desperately to hang on to my last EV, the Toyota Paseo Conversion.
The battery box is metal and does have a small vent to allow air to pass over them while in motion. I haven't noticed any issues in the heat, but then again I am a bit of a sissy and don't take the bike out midday when the sun is blazing.
Overall its a sweet ride. If I could wait to sell it, I would hang on to it till the spring and up the pricetag for sure. I just need enough to get out of my present financial hole...which I hate being in.
So, if anyone out there is interested, drop me an email.
The bike has found a new home in Loveland, Colorado to a strong EV advocate!
Sorry, forgot the pics:
Ready to ride: charger on top of battery pack case
Battery box cover removed
Vinnie
Broomfield, CO