STX Nilgai Hunt Prep-Ebike

landman650

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I drew the archery Nilgai hunt next month in Bahia Grande and after some thought I decided I wanted an ebike. I also did a CO elk trip in October and I think an ebike would be helpful in future backcountry trips for elk. I didn’t want to spend the money on a new ebike so I ordered the Bafang mid mount ultra kit with 1000 watts and a 52v battery. Here’s my set up. I had a $200 gift card so I splurged on the Quietkat trailer. I really am liking it.

Motor install was easy. Im going to fab a little brace for the motor. It moves just a little on acceleration. Top speed is a little over 30 mph and hits that easily. I went 6 miles with no pedal assist and only burned about 15-20% of the battery. I mounted the battery to a seat post rack using a bracket I made out of spare aluminum.

I used a 1999 specialized FSR that I bought new when I was in high school. I got new tires (front not shown in the pic) that are .5” wider. I added Tannus armoir to the tires which is a foam insert between the rubber tire and tube.

Weakest point are the brakes. I’ll probably upgrade to at least a front disc brake.

I still need grips, a comfortable seat, and to Mount the front tire. Otherwise I think it’s ready to go. I may try to buy a solar charger for the battery to charge while I’m hunting during the day.
 

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I would definitely go with disc brakes, but brakes are not the only element involved in stopping and slowing. I would also put a suspension fork on the front; one that can handle a 3" wide tire and put that on also (new rim needed), so you have better stopping/slowing power. If a 3" will fit on the rear, I would be all over that too.
 
Congratulations on the draw , I hunt north north of unit 5? On private land , and unclaimed land , lots of wet stuff all over the place
hope a Ebike helps you , lots of good info on https://discussions.texasbowhunter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=814209

archery nilgai is very hard, best o luck, and spray for ticks and chiggers
keep lots of Avon skin so soft mesqito spray on and maybe a head net
 
I would definitely go with disc brakes, but brakes are not the only element involved in stopping and slowing. I would also put a suspension fork on the front; one that can handle a 3" wide tire and put that on also (new rim needed), so you have better stopping/slowing power. If a 3" will fit on the rear, I would be all over that too.

The bike is full suspension. I’m running 2.5” tires right now which are wider than the 2” stockers

I’m not 100% committed until after this hunt. If I like it, I’ll upgrade the rear and front suspension.
 
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Congratulations on the draw , I hunt north north of unit 5? On private land , and unclaimed land , lots of wet stuff all over the place
hope a Ebike helps you , lots of good info on https://discussions.texasbowhunter.com/forums/showthread.php?t=814209

archery nilgai is very hard, best o luck, and spray for ticks and chiggers
keep lots of Avon skin so soft mesqito spray on and maybe a head net

Too bad it doesn’t normally get cold enough to keep the bugs away. Due to injuries, I’m hunting with a crossbow. Ravin r29x. I’m on TBH too.

I read that the laguna Atascosa guys did a good job on Nilgai in their hunt a week or two ago.
 
Funny - I have a 52V Bafang Ultra and a Dengfu E06 Frame sitting in the basement to build up for next next year. Ordering the battery and controller next, then I just need to piece together the normal Fat Bike components.

Can't tell you what I'm using yet, but looking forward to it!
 
Too bad it doesn’t normally get cold enough to keep the bugs away. Due to injuries, I’m hunting with a crossbow. Ravin r29x. I’m on TBH too.

I read that the laguna Atascosa guys did a good job on Nilgai in their hunt a week or two ago.
Yeah even after last February, bugs got bad , and the nilgi didn’t like the cold weather :unsure::unsure:
I use a Xbow also, best of luck, and stick one be it bull or cow , calf’s
 
Yeah even after last February, bugs got bad , and the nilgi didn’t like the cold weather :unsure::unsure:
I use a Xbow also, best of luck, and stick one be it bull or cow , calf’s

For sure. I have zero qualms about take some Nilgai veal home.
 
Funny - I have a 52V Bafang Ultra and a Dengfu E06 Frame sitting in the basement to build up for next next year. Ordering the battery and controller next, then I just need to piece together the normal Fat Bike components.

Can't tell you what I'm using yet, but looking forward to it!

I honestly may wait it out to find a different fork. It’s kind of a pain trying to find a wheel to fit this bike. You should enjoy it
 
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