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Old January 24th 11, 08:51 PM posted to rec.bicycles.tech
UglyEcho
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Default Required DC gearmotor horsepower to push a bicycle?

John Doe wrote:
...or inch/pounds of torque.


It depends on the size of the lard bucket sitting on the seat. 1/3 hp net at
the wheel will sustain about 20 mph on the flat, no wind.

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