2023 Venom EVader

[JerryHawk250]

So I figured I might as well start a Thread on the 2023 VENOM E-VADER. I got notification that the bike has been shipped out today. Venom emailed me a copy of the MCO so I can get the insurance in place to speed up getting the bike registered and tagged. A whole $13 a year. lol

MAKE: BAODIAO
MODEL: BD578Z
YEAR: 2023
VIN# L2BB58108PBxxxxxx
TYPE: MOTORCYCLE/MOPED

The tracking number has not updated on the Freight website yet so don't know the approximate delivery date yet. Here are the specifications.

E-VADER | E-X20 Specifications
Motor Power: 2000W
Type: Brushless
Voltage: 72V
Controller: 24Tubes
Charger: 72V20A
Charging time: 8-10H
Power supply: Battery
Start: Electrical (Push Button Start)
Top Speed: 35 MPH
Frame: High Strength Ironic
Front Suspension: Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension: Unit Swing
Front Brakes: Disc (130 mm)
Rear Brakes: Disc (110 mm)
Front Tires: 120/70 -12
Rear Tires: 120/70 -12
Wheel: Aluminum
Weight Capacity: 250 Lbs
Net Weight: 315Lbs
Ground Clearance: 6.5 in
Length Assembled: 75 in
Width Assembled: 30 in
Height Assembled: 37 in

Dimensions Crated: 71 x 22 x 43 in
Seat Height: 31 in
Wheelbase: 57.2 in

I'll update the thread as it gets closer. I'm already eyeing up some upgrades like 72v 40ah Lithium batteries. Stay tuned,

[JerryHawk250]

I checked tracking this morning and looks like a Monday delivery date. To be continued............

[JerryHawk250]

Update: Who said an electric bike can't travel long distances? It left Ontario, CA on Tuesday and is now in Kansas City, MO getting it's battery charged. It is still scheduled to be in New Orleans on Monday. My guess I'll see it on Tuesday or Wednesday as they will have to put it on a Tailgate Lift truck for delivery. I already have it insured so i can get registered and tagged. It cost a whole $13 a year through Geico.

[JerryHawk250]

Update: Looks like it got delayed in Little Rock, AR over the weekend.

Status: In Transit
YOUR SHIPMENT IS AT LITTLE ROCK, AR AND IS LOADING TO NEW ORLEANS, LA.

Projected Delivery
Wed 05/10/2023

[cheesy]

I got delayed in Little Rock once.

[JerryHawk250]

Originally Posted by cheesy

I got delayed in Little Rock once.

LOL. I'm not sure why they went with ABF freight this time. R&L has always been reliable and on time. Most important is i hope it arrives undamaged. R&L always took care of the other bikes they delivered.

[JerryHawk250]

All these delays are doing is making me spend more money. I've been binge watching E Vader upgrade videos. I was surprised that there are a few inexpensive mods that will give it more torque and increase speed by 15mph.

[Ursa_Adv]

Subbed and patiently waiting for the full review.

[JerryHawk250]

Originally Posted by Ursa_Adv

Subbed and patiently waiting for the full review.

I'm patiently waiting for my bike. Bike is still sitting in Little Rock and now the delivery date is Thursday. Not Impressed with ABF.

[JerryHawk250]

The bike has made it to New Orleans and has today as the delivery date. Possibly Bike day.

[Deckard_Cain]

Looking forward to your thoughts on this one.

I'd like one myself, but the out of box 35mph top speed and limited range really irk me for the cost of it.

I'm cautiously curious if it really is 2000w as well. I highly doubt it, but possible I suppose, limited then by the controller.

[JerryHawk250]

Originally Posted by Deckard_Cain

Looking forward to your thoughts on this one.

I'd like one myself, but the out of box 35mph top speed and limited range really irk me for the cost of it.

I'm cautiously curious if it really is 2000w as well. I highly doubt it, but possible I suppose, limited then by the controller.

I've done my homework on the motor. 1980w. It's a QSmotor which most guys upgrade to. The shunt mod will get it to 50+ mph. The stock controller which is rated for 50A and motor can handle more than the stock settings. Stock setup uses less than 30A. There are several guys that have done the mod and had no issues.

I'll also be looking into upgrading to 72v 40ah Lithium battery. Stock batteries are six 12v 20ah seal lead acid.

[JerryHawk250]

Well bummer. ABF is telling me they can't make residential tailgate delivery which is a bunch of BS. I let Venom know this and these said the same thing. BS. They paid for tailgate delivery and going to light a fire under there butt. Bike has already been delayed several days. ABF told me they could deliver on Friday if I could meet them somewhere like a truck stop or business. As of right now I have them schedule to deliver to my office. I'm sure Venom will raise enough hell they will find a way to deliver to my house.

[Deckard_Cain]

Originally Posted by JerryHawk250

I've done my homework on the motor. 1980w. It's a QSmotor which most guys upgrade to. The shunt mod will get it to 50+ mph. The stock controller which is rated for 50A and motor can handle more than the stock settings. Stock setup uses less than 30A. There are several guys that have done the mod and had no issues.

I'll also be looking into upgrading to 72v 40ah Lithium battery. Stock batteries are six 12v 20ah seal lead acid.

Good to hear! Makes me feel better about possibly buying one. So many of the "imported" electric bikes of any sort fall well below their rated wattage. Or if they are what they say they are, the controllers severely limit what the motor will do.

Definitely the LiOn upgrade will go a long ways for this bike. Faster charging and better range.

[JerryHawk250]

Originally Posted by Deckard_Cain

Good to hear! Makes me feel better about possibly buying one. So many of the "imported" electric bikes of any sort fall well below their rated wattage. Or if they are what they say they are, the controllers severely limit what the motor will do.

Definitely the LiOn upgrade will go a long ways for this bike. Faster charging and better range.

I've already spoken to one of the guys with Venom about why not order these bikes with a 3000w motor and LiOn battery. That would make it a better bike right out the box. He said he will definitely see about getting them that way. That's one thing i like about Venom Motorsports, They do want feed back on how to improve there products. You can see most of those upgrade in the newer bikes like 6 speed transmissions, EFI and proper sprockets for better gear ratios.