My problem with many of those concept bikes, is that they are often form over function. Looking like they come from some space age far into the future, instead of a normal practical, efficient and proven bike design. And Bafang going back to having a working DIY solution for their new products again is the best news ever!

That reverse tilting trike is like a smaller version of Sway Motorsports scooter... It's a really cool concept

That you've bought into that hydrogen vapour ware fairy tale is hilarious. You remind me of the sort of person who believes elon's starship will get us to Mars.

Well, I know what the frame for my next big build is going to be! 😁

Yes!

Excellent video. Keep thinking about stuff.

The hydrogen technology is very interesting.

Love these videos

Great video sir! I have to say, in the near term I am most excited about the new BBSHD-esque torque sensing motors like the DM-01 and M635, and then the awesomeness of all of the Lightning Rods low-key motorcycles/dirtbikes. But in the longer term, the hydrogen fuel cell stuff is by far the most interesting topic for me. I just can't see the current battery technology being able to scale up enough to become truly main stream.

Already own MY perfect frame design! My Hase Lepus has 2WD, directly under my torso. 2WD directly under any cargo, AND the rider's weight! Also has independent rear air suspension! 95% of riders do not need tadpole sportscar handling. Do not see highly jack-up 4WD vehicles tipped over, yet they could tip over. Rohloff gearbox, e-assist, and 25-inch seat height for this wheelchair/dual forearm crutches, no-balance, 70-Y.O. handicapper! Once a gearbox, never again any cassette! Well over 30-years of recumbent experience here. Cannot ride my tadpoles for over 15 years now. Forgot to add: 250W moves my 350-pound body very well, AND.., it is Bicycle Trail Legal!!! Never outgrow a delta planform trike. Grow oldest on a delta planform trike. Gary AKA: "Jason Stillwater" in the recumbent world.

I definitely would like to see more small enclosed city vehicles that could do 50+ and do everything short of the freeway without getting run over where traffic is doing 40. Unfortunately theft, security and tracking all needs to be taken into account before they end up in the back of a thieves van going to the next town over

Hybrid Super Caps and Battery....Regen is so so much better captured by capicitors.

I'd buy that Eflow frame with a normal mid-drive unit. Doesn't have to be a that futuristic!

From what I hear the arcimoto has come to and end months ago. I really wanted to purchase that trike.

Not really sold on the generator crank setup. It could have a gearset on the trike, but it looks like they just want to make it unique at the expense of utility. I do enjoy the pedaling experience, so I might be biased... Boosting your range with a hydrogen tank instead of 15lbs of batteries could be huge for certain customers (delivery comes to mind), but it does add a few more links that could fail, hope it's robust.

Three 250w motors can provide more torque that a single 1000w motor. That just might be enough for most people. All wheel drive makes a huge difference on E-bikes. I have one myself.

I think the best do it all frame out there that focuses more towards versitility is the Frey CC bike. I love my folding fat bike but there are a few little niggles that could be ironed out.

Having a home solar system allows me to power my vehicles,and there is no Cobalt in LIFEPO4, which makes better batteries for home solar and transportation..While the batteries are heavier, they get 3 times the amount of cycles..There are alot of issues with hydrogen, just stopping the stuff from leaking is one issue..The infrastructure is another, safety is another, low energy density is another. $ and the cost. Solar is over regulated, I could just imagine the regulations with hydrogen, considering the leakage issues and how easy it is to ignite, with a static electricity spark or a cell phone from a long distance away..Hydrogen is 20 times more flammable than gas.

Great channel I'm very interested in the news that the Bafang m635 will be compatible with any battery looking forward to your updates on this also the ToSeven mid drives

We still haven't figured out how to strip hydrogen from existing fuels. Hopefully that will come. 👍👍

Great video. I to like the idea of more micro mobility options. Especially in the city's. And from what I hear, owning a car in the future will be a luxury that most will not be able to afford. Hydrogen could be the way to go . I agree that the battery technology we have at the moment is absolutely crap for many reasons.

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My 2 cents... 1. I look forward to you testing the torque sensing M635 Bafang motor with non-proprietary battery of your choosing. Many of us may consider this motor as alternative to perhaps the most important motor in the DIY e-bike space, the BBSHD. 2. I look foward to see what you propose for a new DIY frame the industry is in desperate need of and pretty shocking this void has not been filled as alternative to conventional bike frames many of us convert. If you opt for dual suspension frame design which would be nice but not essential, I am hopeful that you provide an ample triangle space a la old school dually mountain bikes of 10 years+ ago. As you know, the latest dual suspension mountain bikes from leading bike manufacturers have a much more closed off frame triangle now that isn't conducive to mounting a nice big battery with a lot of amp-hrs BBSHD motors and derivatives require at 1500+ watts for adequate range. For that reason, hardtails are typically the DYI mid drive build of choice whereby a large shark battery will fit within a more ample triangle. Love how much 'on point' you are in your development addressing what is missing in the industry. All the best in the New Year and cheers to DIY e-bike builders everywhere.

Offshore wing farms are ideal for producing hydrogen. The problem is distribution infrastructure.

Just found your channel. Subbed! I am also very keen to hear more about the Bafang mid-drive motor with own use battery. Sadly the country where I live it is almost impossible to import Lithium batteries. I would like to try LifePO4 as an option. They are somewhat readily available here.

Lots of ebikes on the market today and yet I feel they are missing something with their complete packages and as ebikes advanced I believe will will see a excellent all around here ebike hitting ever area well.

that pedal generator thing is a pipe dream, a regular human can put out 250-350watt continuous. Now do the math on how long it would take to recharge the battery pack lol you going to pedal continuously for like 3 days lol

velove used to use one of those hydrogen fuel cells as a range extender for their electric hexacycle but it was prohibitively expensive for the average person

Just came back on my 02,have 2 hd's also,the 02 is as fast as my hd's,good to see changes,I have the pinoff changes on mine ,on #4 Im mooovin on the trails,most of the time Im on #2

Toyota have done loads of r&d with hydrogen.

Are the hydrogen startup taking investment funding..? Because thats all theyre gonna do. I work with a guy who made carbin fibre tanks for hydrogen. Goooooood luck! Ill be a little more curious when i dont see only CAD. Thats very hyperloop.

New to the channel and very impressed! I purchased an HD on ebay and receieved an M625. Canbus eh... I was wondering if there has been any modifications in the last couple years to allow people to use their own batteries with this system?

Hydrogen is interesting but just too inefficient to refine, you will always need more energy to refine than you get out so best to put those electrons directly into a battery for everyday use. Plug directly to the electrical socket to transfer to a battery negating the losses from conversion.

What motor do you intend using with your bike frame design?

Ehh... H2 on capacitors will be a fail. 1. That PEM aircooled FC will make max 1..1.5 kw with a lifespan of around 400...600 h 2. Generating H2 from water is very inefficient process 3.H2 is difficult to handle in general. H2 may be very good fuel to be used in certain applications but micro mobility is not one of them.

Personally when you get an e-bike with the performance of a small motor bike, I'd go the legal route, safer for me and other public road users. We all know these illegal bikes are seldom used on dirt tracks and most are used by food delivery riders illegally.

Hi, do you know the office site for Eflow Micro Hydrogen System? I want to do some research. Thanks

Hydrogen fuel didn't work in car industry so why would it work in e-bike? Even Norway shut down all hydrogen fuel stations. Simplicity and low cost will always win with complexity and high cost. E-bike with hydrogen is just a overenginered gimmick.

i agree in some cases ebikes are better but they can't replace everything and i don't agree with forcing people to switch in all honesty the only reason i built an ebike was because ICE is illegal even tho you could once buy bikes with little 2stroke motors on them, i'd prefer an ICE as i enjoy the mechanics, people should be allowed the choice not be dictated to by tyrants

So its soon 2024,progress update on human land based transportation... Horse,camel,donkey,steam power,electric car,gasoline car,diesel car,airpowered car,lpg car ,electric car again,hydrogen fuel cell,hybride car, I have had a bafang Bbshd fatbike for 5 years at least ,with standard bafang controller with a karls special sauce update, the batteries are heavy and the cg is to high, no torque sensing,the suspension is unsuited and my fat ass legs doing the French can can dance to get over the cross bar is annoying when is some one going to revolution the concept,get rid of the chain and put a direct drive unit place the batteries as a floor pan like cars and keep the cg at the bottom end,put a suspension in rear down posts....if I had a large 3 d printer and the time this would be a game changer...and if we really want to save the planet its not lithium,cobalt or hydrogen or oil the solution good old fashion pedal power...maybe we have come a full circle...maybe induction powered bike..no carting batteries around imagine a complete induction cycle bike paths...getting to work would be easy...bring back 2 wheel bumber cars lol..happy new year to all the team and keep up the good work.@@!!