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Battery Charger Usage
Read the applicable section below to learn about the status indications on a given battery charger. 36 Volt Smart Charger When the battery pack is unplugged from the charger, both lights will be
Battery Rating
Most batteries' discharge capabilities are determined using a C-20 rate. This means the specifications given for a battery's performance are determined when the battery is discharged over a 20 hour pe
Bike Kit Travel Distance
With the BL36 kit, we like to use the formula 20/20, which means your bike will go 20 mph for 20 miles under the following conditions: 26" wheel with thin, slick street tires, 150 lb. rider, flat ridi
Charging Batteries
Charge Time Depending upon the degree of discharge, it can take up to 4 hours to charge the standard battery pack, and up to 6 hours to charge the extended range battery pack. Overcharging Th
Recommended Accessories
The capacitors in your BD36 controller consume a lot of power the moment you plug the battery pack into it, which causes a small spark to occur during plug-in. As the battery pack is plugged in, the B
Replacement Batteries
Replacement batteries may be purchased through our site (Wilderness Energy), or you can buy them in your local area at many retail outlets, such as Radio Shack, Fry's Electronics, or even Toys R Us.
Using Other Batteries
You can use other batteries with your Bike Electrified kit as long as the battery pack you are using puts out 36 volts (for BL36 and BD36 models). However, you will have to figure out how to strap you