Want more speed on your Voy? Before you upgrade the motor, check the following:
- Check for a damaged fuse (Replace with a 20 Amp, miniature fuse 3/16" X 3/4")
- Inflate front and rear wheels to 35 PSI
- Check that the rear wheel band brake is not too tight. Loosen the two screws a half turn, and try the throttle. Make sure you are still able to stop fully.
- Check for bloated batteries. Have you been charging your Voy properly? If you're not getting at least 12 MPH on level road, your batteries may be old or damaged.
does anyone know if this bike need to go thru the dmv?
ReplyDeleteNo, it does not need to. It is a low speed electric bicycle. See this document:
ReplyDeletehttp://www.x-tremescooters.com/techdocs/adobe/e-bicycle-fed-regulation.pdf
Any places to troubleshoot/repair? Scooter store? Inherited a Voy that was hardly used, replaced the fuse and it took off--the throttle seemed to be locked in the max position--as soon as you turned the key on, it took off! Had to engage both brakes to stop it. Now, nothing happens when the key is turned on. The lights work, and the battery shows a good charge.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Steve
I had the same thing happen, except the lights do not work as the fuse blew. Did you ever figure why the throttle stuck?
DeleteI purchased a new controller Ct611B9 but the color codes do not match the voy's wiring, does anybody know if there is a wiring diagram for the voy or how it should be connected?
ReplyDeleteThis is the place you need to look.
ReplyDeletehttp://elescooterparts.com/controllers/VOY/USE611/Voy611B9.html
I just purchased one of these for my son for Christmas, It did not run when I bought it, I replaced all 3 batteries and now it runs my husband said it just does not have very much pull, he said it will not pull up a small hill. Is this how they are supposed to run or could something be wrong?
ReplyDeletePlease help me my email is divabag4u@aol.com
Thanks
Hi,
ReplyDeleteThat sounds about right. The Voy is a very small ebike with a small motor. Any small incline will slow it down greatly.
Please see the upgrade/modification page for ideas to make it go faster:
http://electravoy.blogspot.com/2009/09/upgrading.html
We bought a Voy just today. It will run on the stand but when you sit down, it will not go. Any ideas?? Thanks!
ReplyDeletedoes anyone have a picture of the wiring inside the battery box,i have a new 3 prong plug but thers onlt two wires in the box postive and negative ,is the plaug not grounded???
ReplyDeletei got one from the guy next door free, it had no ground on the charging port directly in front/below the seat, and i just p[icked another one up this weekend it is also wired the same, no ground. between the two i finally got one of the two to run, bout time
DeleteI have a Voy worked initially then thought mistakely charged battery over 10hrs now only works if plugged in to an outlet. When unplugged no movement. Do I need a new battery maybe? Any suggestion would help thanks!
ReplyDeleteI experienced similar problems and then let my Voy sit for the past two years. What did you finally do? Was this a fuse problem, controller, battery, or what?
DeleteHi, was the battery pack warm/hot after the 10 hour charge.
ReplyDeleteIf so the battery pack may be damaged due to over charging.
One day the scooter would not go. We have a new battery. What troubleshooting would be productive?
ReplyDeleteLinda
The thing is brand new.
I have a Voy I had shipped to me somewhat disassembled. I put it together, and the battery is excellent. Initially it would run when the key was turned on at one speed, the throttle not seeming to have any effect. After someone tried fixing it for me, it no longer does even that. I suspect the throttle is the problem, but how do I know for sure? Or maybe sure, at least?
ReplyDeleteI am trying to reconnect my throttle to see if it is working. Coming up through the bike are two black wires and one a yellow. Coming from the throttle (original) the wires are yellow, green, and red. I have tried all alternative matches, but can get no activity. I don't know if that is "user error" or an actual problem with the throttle. Any ideas or suggestions?
ReplyDeleteEmily
TODD August 22 2013
ReplyDeleteAnyone know where that i can get a wireing diagram for a EMBi electric scooter?
I had just posted a question but thought I might repeat it here as a comment...
ReplyDeleteI experienced similar problems as Linda above and then let my VOY sit for the past two years. So now, I know I will need a new battery as a minimum. However, am wondering if it is likely I have a fuse problem, controller, or wiring issue. The scooter was almost new at the time. I am not sure where the fuses are located even since it is a challenge deciphering the user's manual. Any suggestions that anyone could offer would be greatly appreciated. We are moving and, unless I can get it going in the next few weeks, will be forced to give it up. Thanks! Mortimer mortypri@aol.com
I have been bumping my head up against a wall trying to figure out my controller/throttle issue with absolutely no experience in this sort of thing. If anyone has any suggestions, email to iama@kukura.biz.
ReplyDeleteI have put a page on my website describing my problem with text and picture. http://www.kukura.biz/voy-scooter.html
Emily
I can help you
DeleteI just did the controller limit bypass modification by disconnecting the black wire from the motor and connecting directly to negative on the battery. The wheel turns full speed regardless of throttle position. I thought this mod gave throttle control? Any advise would be appreciated.
ReplyDeleteYou have to put a switch in series with the black wire and you don;t disconnect the black wire from the controller. Email me if you still need help - fordisoman@aol.com
Deletethere should be 2 single wires that come out of the controller and are connected, you separate those and you will have a faster speed
ReplyDeleteHi I was just wondering how do i get the voy to turn on I charged it and everything but still can turn it on if someone could answer this would be great :)
ReplyDeletedoes any one know how to increase the speed on it
ReplyDeleteYes, just read my post under the Forum page dated 15 Nov 2013. Contact me if you still have questions. Ken
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