Electric Fat-Tad
- FAT Tire Suspension Tadpole Trike
- 23 mph Top Speed / 10-44 Mile Range*
- 4.0" Fat Tires for All Trail Conditions
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The Fat-Tad SUN tadpole trike is a beast on trails and can conquer almost any terrain. With fat 4" wide tires, rear coil-over suspension and integrated front suspension the Fat-Tad climbs over obstacles with ease and keeps you stable.
Setting this electric trike apart from others is its pure beastly awesomeness. If you want loads of power and fun on the trails this is the ultimate electric recumbent. This e-trike utilizes the compact yet powerful 1000w performance electric drive system paired with a 48 volt Li-ion battery pack for 23 mph top speeds and plenty of torque.
| Model | Weight | Range | Mount Style | Cost |
| 48v 9ah | 5.8lbs | 10-22 | Battery bag with velcro straps | Base Cost |
| 48v 10ah | 9.7lbs | 12-26 | Sliding plate with lock | +$286 |
| 48v 20ah | 14lbs | 20-44 | Battery bag with velcro straps | +$366 |
Battery Option Overview:
Slick Vs. Knobby Tires:
Videos, written instructions and links related to the electrical system and the conversion process that was performed on this tricycle. Specific tasks and additional parts needed to convert this trike in the best possible way.
Conversion Points:
- Install the torque arm on the non-drive-side (non-wire side) under the chain stay with the short piece curving down and the long piece curving up
- Mount screen on topeak bar extender on handlebars
- Mount EBK rear battery rack using Fat-Tad bracket and chainstay bridge boss. Use extra long struts
Kit Model: E-BikeKit GRD5RH 20” FAT
- No Freewheel (reuse stock 7-speed with extra low gear)
- Both locking levers
Additional Parts:
- E-BikeKit rear battery rack
- E-BikeKit Fat tad rack-to-chainstay bracket
- J&B Importers #45059 - 320mm extra-long rear rack struts
- J&B Importers #34395 - Topeak bar extender computer mount
Highlights:
- Rear coil-over suspension and integrated front suspension
- Alloy rims, 55mm wide, 190mm rear hub
- Promax mechanical disc brake system for front wheels
- 20 x 4.0" tires tuned for all trail conditions
- Full-range SRAM shifting with 3x8 gearing
- Ergonomic chromoly handlebars
- Air-mesh seat with alloy seat frame
- 10" of trail-ready ground clearance
Tricycle Specifications:
- Wheel Base: 59" (150cm)
- Overall Length: 78" - 83.5" (198 - 212cm)
- Width: 33.25" (92cm)
- Seat Height: 16.5"- 17.75" (42-45cm)
- Bottom Bracket Height: 20" - 21.5" (51-55cm)
- Weight: 57 lbs
- Weight Limit: 300 lbs
- X-Seam: 37" - 50.5" (94-128cm)
- (Boom modification may be required from 37" - 40")
Highlights:
- 1000w peak power
- 23 mph top speed
- 12-26 mile range
- 48v10ah Li-ion Battery
- USA hand-built wheel
- 5-level top speed control
System:
Watts (Nominal/Peak): 500-1000w
Top Speed: Approx. 26mph
Range: 10-26 Miles
Charge Time: 3hrs (0-100%)
Weight: 21lbs (9.5kgs)
Motor:
Brand: Electric Bike Technologies
Type: Internally Geared (brushless)
Power: 500w nominal / >1000 @48v
Max Torque: 84N-m @48v
Max RPM: 320 @48v
Cable: 8" axle exit, 3-phase / 5 hall effect
Connector: Round 8-pin 13/32" (10.4mm)
Weight: 9.4lbs (4.26kg)
Battery:
Nominal Voltage: 48v
Nominal Capacity: (depends on choice - 9 - 20ah)
Battery Energy: (depends on choice - 490 - 1092wh)
Dimensions: (depends on choice)
Total Weight: <= (depends on choice)
Cell Assembly: 18650-3.6v-13S
Life Cycles: >=80% Dod = 500 cycles
Max. Continuous Discharge: 22.5A
BMS Protection Current: 30A
Discharge Cut-Off Voltage: 37.5v
Max. Charge Voltage: 54.6v
Inner Resistance: < 50mΩ
Charge Time: <= 3.3 hours
Operation Temperature Range: Charge: 0’C---45’C / Discharge: -20’C---60’C
Storage Temperature: 0’C---40’C (Extended Storage: 15’C-25’C;)
Battery Box Material: (depends on choice - aluminum or vinyl w/ canvas bag)
Assembled Pack Certificates: UL; UN38.3; MSDS; RoHS; SGS
Manufacturer: Electric Bike Technologies
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