Best Battery for Losi Promoto MX? Stick and shorty!
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Күн бұрынThe new Losi Promoto MX is quite the unique RC vehicle - and that comes with a few challenges when looking for the right battery to power it.
Losi has been VERY clear - this is 2S ONLY.
That does help with the battery selection - when taking into account wire length and placement.
Here are the batteries that will work:
- The recommended Spektrum: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
- Gens Ace 5300: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
- Gens Basher 5200: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
- Zee 5000mah: amzn.to/3O605l9
- Zee 8000mah: amzn.to/3NLuKCG
- Ovonic 5200mah: amzn.to/3NMerpp
- 4mm bullets to make the shorty lipos work: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
Video timeline:
0:00 Tight Fit
0:36 Spektrum
1:08 Size
1:17 Wire Location
4:14 Shorty Mod
4:40 Stick options
5:38 Cheaper options
7:13 Shorty Lead
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@harryrc9263 Жыл бұрын
Although i don't have an rc motorcycle i enjoy watching your videos because they are very informative and interesting .
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Thank you Harry!!!
@dodgymtbknee Жыл бұрын
i cant wait to get my hands on one. this is a video iv really wanted to see with the battery tray being where it is and size 🙏thankyou. you've done it already, but maybe to save cutting, try a 3d printed spacer for the shortys to bring the lipo further to rear and reach connections could possibly work 🤔
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the idea! They offer a foam spacer in the box that could be shoved down in the battery compartment - but once it is in there, not 100% sure how I would get it out...and I like the idea of the weight being more central. Hope you can get one soon!
@thomasblair7996 Жыл бұрын
Another problem solved,I've had great luck with the ovonics myself, great video
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Me too! They have been solid batteries for me.
@BigKidsRC Жыл бұрын
Great video very informative..Time for me to get one of these bikes Thankyou Sir✌
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Glad to help! Hope you get your hands on one!
@snuzum06 7 ай бұрын
I just used these Zeee 5200 batteries today before I even watched this video. They DO fit and run!
@RoadsideRC 7 ай бұрын
Glad they worked for you!
@billyb5057 Жыл бұрын
can see the need for a right size battery mate *left a like for you👍Au👀full watch always👁*
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Yes!
@deeooo2 Жыл бұрын
I’ve good luck with Zeee 5200mah batteries, $35 for 2 on Amazon. The Lectron Pro 5200 also fits well. I used the low profile bullets with the proper length wire soldered onto IC5 to not have to cut the battery door at all.
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Nice! Good tip!
@darrinwoodward14 Жыл бұрын
I'm using the same batteries also in my bike,and zero problems.12 minute run puts them right about storage voltage. Run the same but 3s in my 10th scale basher with no issues for a couple years.
@mgscheue Жыл бұрын
I can verify that the Gens Ace 5000 or 5300 fits. The balance wires make it a bit tricky but it works. Just ordered the Ovonics, too. Even cheaper today (7/12) with the Prime Day sale, at $26.39 for a pair.
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@V8chump Жыл бұрын
Can’t you secure the balance plug against the side/end of the battery? Just use a strip of electric tape or somethin
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
@@V8chump Yes! It is not too hard.
@mgscheue Жыл бұрын
@@V8chump Yes, or just stuff it in and it stays in place and fits. Just want to make sure it can’t hang out.
@Catboy-hr2qp 6 ай бұрын
Did the ovonics fit?
@stanleymathis1608 Жыл бұрын
I have been waiting over 2 wèks for mine. Ordered it on the 1st and 4 days later they said it had to be canceled and said I had to make a new order for one and I did and still waiting. No tracking yet either. Cool video
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Sounds like you are in the same boat as many. I am one of the fortunate ones who somehow got one.
@ReactionRC 4 ай бұрын
Good video my friend I just got my promoto and I'm really into it! Finally figured out how to backflip in a way that the electronics like.👍 Why were you looking to run different batteries?
@RoadsideRC 4 ай бұрын
Always looking for cheaper battery alternatives than the Spektrum!
@ReactionRC 4 ай бұрын
Ohhh ok I see. I like the auto discharge feature of the spektrum batteries because sometimes I charge them up but don't get a chance to run them like I thought and I don't have to reconnect it to a charger to discharge back to safe storage levels. I feel you though that price sometimes is like ughhhhh😤
@BangForYourBuckRc Жыл бұрын
Nice job getting this pretty much sorted out. Question: would making some battery lead extensions work adding length to to packs that fit in the battery tray? Wouldn’t that be the simplest solution , Oran I missing something?
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Yes! You could certainly run adapters/longer leads. I prefer to not have that extra connection in there.
@jameswright5572 5 ай бұрын
The Spectrum g2 batteries are expensive yes but the 6200 120c 2s basher pack works great and makes a noticable improvement.
@RoadsideRC 5 ай бұрын
I'm glad you like them!
@nzbikerjon Жыл бұрын
i have one of these bikes on back order (November) if using alternate batterys, means you dont need a Spektrum specific charger? just checking that you then can use like a Venom ProDuo (i have) or similar?
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
You are right- you can use whatever charger you want!
@liewzy Жыл бұрын
I have exactly the same problem, the length of wires in two of my batteries is slightly shorter and they do not fit properly. I plan to try again with 3d printed XT60 holder and different batteries.
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
What I did initially was create an extension so they would plug in. Worked, but not ideal.
@davidmatney5033 Ай бұрын
Thank you for the Great videos!!! Can I use my stock charger with the OBONIC 5200MAH batteries? (I will also be buying the Spektrum S2100 G2 2x100W AC Smart Charger SPMXC2000)
@RoadsideRC Ай бұрын
I'm not sure what charger you are referring to as the "stock charger". Mine did not come with a charger. I recommend staying away from the "smart" chargers. They cost dramatically more than a non-smart charger and they tend to work best with their same-brand batteries - which also drives the cost up.
@aubreyhelton7589 11 ай бұрын
Hey! Just bought this bike and I'm having problems putting my plug into the port. Everything else is fine and the distance is perfect, it simply won't budge to go in. Any tips? I appreciate all!
@RoadsideRC 11 ай бұрын
I would take the body panel off and look closely at the plug to see what the issue is. Good luck!
@alimaleki217 8 ай бұрын
The Spectrum battery is a bit more expensive but it works perfectly and doesn’t require you to butcher your Promoto or use sketchy Amazon batteries!
@RoadsideRC 8 ай бұрын
Yeah...not for me. The various brands I have used on Amazon have worked well. As I note, not all need to mod the battery tray.
@-.O.- Жыл бұрын
Has anyone tried the HOOVO 2S Lipo Battery 7.6V 9000mAh 120C RC currently on sale at $69 for 2 on Amazon (or the HOOVO 2S Lipo Battery 7.4V 8000mAh 120C)? Looks like same dimensions, correct wire locations, and with the EC5 plug but is it long enough?
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Great question! Leads certainly look long enough...
@mandismith89 6 ай бұрын
got a 7200mah in mine :)
@RoadsideRC 6 ай бұрын
Nice!
@kellykuretich6366 Жыл бұрын
😎😎👍👍
@restauralotumismo Жыл бұрын
Le pones una bateria con conector T y un conversor de T a XT60 que te alarga un poco el cable y listo.😊
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
That could work as well. I don't like running adapters.
@charger6177 10 ай бұрын
Does anyone know if 51mm wide batteries will fit in the promoto? Thanks!
@RoadsideRC 10 ай бұрын
They will not - the lipos I show in this video are as big as it can allow.
@charger6177 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for your answer! I accidentally bought CNHL batteries which were advertised to fit traxxas cars, but they dont. So I hoped that they will fit the promoto as I plan to buy one. Bad luck I think. 😢
@SoldierBoy3064 8 ай бұрын
I need to verify that the zee 8000mah work and fit or do I need an adapter or solder?
@RoadsideRC 8 ай бұрын
If you get it with the correct plug, no need to solder or anything.
@V8chump Жыл бұрын
I’ve seen guys notch that battery tray to make something like this work 2:15
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Yes! That is what I did later in the video for my shorty battery. If you notch for the stick pack, it interferes with the exhaust mount.
@jonspikes4935 Жыл бұрын
What happened to the muffler??
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
The paint flaked off the first time I touched it!
@ryanhuckins6669 9 ай бұрын
You could always just buy some tools of wire battery end u need an make longer battery leads that's what I was gonna do.. I'm gonna try them gen ace redline lipos.. thanks
@RoadsideRC 9 ай бұрын
Hope you enjoy them. Been working great for me!
@panamatic9537 6 ай бұрын
i have zeee 7200mah 2s lipo
@AmateurGeologist 11 ай бұрын
Is it 3s capable??
@RoadsideRC 11 ай бұрын
It is not. The flywheel must run on 2S.
@lukerecore Жыл бұрын
Ic5,ec5, qs8. And the qs8 r rated to 600amps
@overdosed51 Жыл бұрын
I thought it was 120amps...
@lukerecore Жыл бұрын
@@overdosed51 yzzr the ic5 or ec5 r 120amp. I was just saying that all of these connections r compatible.
@paulieb1979 10 ай бұрын
With 90 bullets just make custom length leads. Rather do that then cut anything
@RoadsideRC 10 ай бұрын
That would work as well!
@mustangracer5124 8 ай бұрын
Mne has been on back order forever.. losi/horizon didn't make them for customers apparently.. just tubers.
@RoadsideRC 8 ай бұрын
I ordered mine from my LHS. No special treatment here.
@drwtrex Жыл бұрын
600 dollar bike and a 49 dollar battery I thought that was ???
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure what you mean?
@Mark-qv4bn 11 ай бұрын
$49 is a lot of money for some people, including myself. A Redcat RTR sport was $240, which is allot for retired elderly people to pay. That's what I think he said.
@AdamSaltFPV Жыл бұрын
I’d avoid the Zee, testing in the bike so far shows their numbers are made up. Mah not lining up, c rating not adding up.
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
Hit or miss it seems. I have had decent results with them.
@roderickgreen2762 7 ай бұрын
I noticed most of your batteries have low c rating it's very important to get high c rating 100 or higher I get 130 c rating this give you more punch I don't think you know much 😢 about batteries.
@RoadsideRC 7 ай бұрын
Ha! Clearly you need to study more on battery ratings. Blindly buying a battery just because it says 130C is not being a smart consumer. I have tested HUNDREDS of batteries to find the differences. I suggest you start testing as well.
@SwiftSystems1 11 ай бұрын
Your channel is going to get banned. Fire hazard
@RoadsideRC 11 ай бұрын
Ha! I'll take that as a compliment. :)
@willanderson5088 Жыл бұрын
For those who don’t know there are only two or three companies that actually make the batteries. So really all the same. So buy off price. I’ve had no better luck spending more money and zee’s has amazing customer service. Don’t believe me look it up yourself. Tons of videos that prove it on here or google
@RoadsideRC Жыл бұрын
In the "budget" battery world, certainly hard to tell the difference!
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