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Just thought I should update this thread after riding the upgraded Aurora for a few weeks. I have seriously tried to ride even a few metres without breaking out into a huge smile, and I just cannot help it. This is undoubtedly the most fun I have ever had on 2 wheels! I rode the first few...

3) Decided to keep the functionality of the 36V battery rack, as my 36V battery still has some life in it, and installed the 48V battery rack on top. I had to remove the spring loaded top holder in order to do this. I spliced in the red positive and black negative so that the battery power will...

It worked!... And scared the crap outta me! I finally had all the components delivered a few days ago, and went about doing the repairs and modifications... 1) removed the capacitors and resistor, some were definitely already blown/burnt. 2) installed the new components - 220ohm...

I think I shall do both... I'm going to follow the tips and try to repair mine, but also have to choose which of these 2 controllers to order. I am not sure from the descriptions if there are any differences, could anyone help? Option 1 at £17.80 or Option 2 at £25.49

I have taken some photos... the resistor could be brown black brown, which I think would then be 100 ohm if I used the colour codes correctly? So I could go with a 150 ohm 3W replacement. I think the controller is identical to the one previously pictured, it also has the same code printed on...

Thanks, and yes I've seen a few of these, and thought about trying it, but I am worried that it may not work with all the other features on the bike, like the power modes (low medium high). The biggest worry is that I cannot seem to match those wires (colours and looms) exactly with what I have...

I've opened mine and there are some concerns. 1) Mine's resistor (on the bottom left of the picture) is different, and is showing signs of overheating, the surface is burnt enough to make colour identification difficult, but it looks like brown, black, black, gold. Should I replace it with the...

The main reason I am looking at the 48V battery is that my current 36V battery is struggling to handle the 10mile daily commute. I now have 1 fully knackered battery and this one on its way out. I can get the brand new 48v battery with charger for £285 delivered. I reckon that is better value...

Thanks for the info... Here is a pic of the outside of the controller. Haven't had a chance to open to check ratings. I shall open it up when I get a chance, and check the capacitor rating. If this is too low, can I replace it with a higher one, or will that cause other problems? These...

Quick hypothetical question... Have been offered a direct fit (physically) 48V 10Ah Li-Ion battery at a good price. What would it do to my Alien Aurora 36V 10Ah? If it cannot handle it, is there a modification to make it worthwhile?

Well it sounds like it happens all over, but perhaps yes, it could be more over here. Funny thing is, apart from the cyclists, pedestrians and strangers in shops smile and greet and nod all the time. Not too sure about the camera, I laughed at the piece of wood with camera written on it, maybe...

In the last 5 months since I moved to Ipswich and started cycling here, less than 5 other cyclists have greeted or nodded as they passed, the others not bothering to even make eye contact. Even pedestrians are more polite! Then on Monday, I was slowing down to go straight over a roundabout...

He is also selling this kit - could help with dimensions as he has one on a wheel.

Ahaaa! That makes sense... I should've worked that one out... longer moment arm and thus greater mechanical advantage. All the old physics lessons had some relevance after all hehehe... And Blew It, thanks for the info, I'll keep them in mind for replacements...

Interesting... also now that I am looking, there are G3 and G2 rotors available. I have narrowed my choices to this set... Front and Rear Avid BB7 with G3 Rotors Not sure which pads come with it as standard. I am guessing the organic? Is there a way of telling once I receive them? I'm...

Thanks for all the advice guys... I think I'll order the Avid BB7 set within the next few days. Will see what the best price is that I can get the full set for... Hope the rear fits easily enough.

After a few months riding the Aurora and constant adjustment being needed on the brakes, I am going to buy a new set of mechanical disc brakes. How are the ones mentioned in the above posts doing? Or anyone have any recommendations for my Aurora? I'm seeing all sorts for sale from £20 to £200...

IP1 Ipswich, Suffolk... Alien Aurora and Alien Pulsar lurking around town :-)

I've seen one crazy lady on an Alien Pulsar.... oh wait, that was my wife... Nope, not a single Lecbike seen by me in Ipswich...

So this is where I am now... What am I looking for? What should I grease? Anything else I should do while I have it open?