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> A Schaeffler representative explained to Electrek that the Free Drive is approximately 5% less efficient than chain drives. Isn't this just describing batter
by rlpb 5y ago
> A Schaeffler representative explained to Electrek that the Free Drive is approximately 5% less efficient than chain drives.
Isn't this just describing battery to motor-on-wheel efficiency vs. battery to motor to chain to wheel efficiency - for when you're not pedalling?
What about the loss incurred on the pedal-generator and electric power transmission side, for when you are pedalling?
- Matthias247 5y agoI think if you don't pedal then it will just coast. E-bikes for the german market don't have any "throttle" feature, and will always only provide support while pedaling vs providing power on their own.