September 2007
The eZee Li-Ion charger
- Input:115/230 VAC
- Output: 42 VDC/2 A
- 2 x 4 x 7"
- 2 lb
We sell and service Human Power Augmented a.k.a. Electric bikes and ride them enthusiastically ourselves. See also our folding bikes at Folding Bikes West.
To order phone 800/940-6548 (not operable from all U.S. locations) or 206/547-4621 or visit one of our stores:
Please note that on February 1, 2008 we moved within Seattle to:
Electric Bikes Northwest
4810 17th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107 - Map
ph: 206/547-4621
ph: 800/940-6548
fx: 206/547-4841
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Spring Hours
Monday through Friday: 11–6
Saturday: 11–5
Electric & Folding Bikes California
(store established 2006)
220 Wisconsin Ave
Oceanside, CA 92054 - Map
(30 miles north of San Diego)
ph: 760/757-3440
ph: 800/940-6548
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Hours
Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays: 11-3
Saturdays: 10-4
How much energy does an electric bike use? For the same penny or two it costs to keep a 100-150 W bulb burning for an evening in our home we can charge an electric bike that may propel us on a 10-15 mile ride! Of course the actual numbers vary with the specific bike, rider, riding conditions, cost of power etc. That said in many areas some riders find that they spend no more than $1 per month charging their bike.
The electric bike may thus be a rough equivalent of a 1,000 mpg automobile. (Please don't call us. We don't know where you can buy such a car).
Our electric bikes come with the charger included. It is a portable, small (2 x 4 x 7" or less), light (1 or 2 lb) and separate charger that plugs in between the "energy set" (the battery in its case) and the wall outlet. On most models the quick-release battery case can be charged on, as well as off the bike. The rate of charging varies between typically 1.5 and 2.0 A for specific makes/models. A full charge is typically obtained in 5 hours or less. The charger is 'smart' and shuts itself off. NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) and Li-Ion (Lithium-Ion) batteries have no 'memory' and may be charged at any level of depletion, i.e. opportunity charged. To maximize longevity we recommend that the batteries are charged after each significant ride.
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