March 18 2021 On Friday March 11 2021 I was informed by Cake that there are no batteries in the USA stating – “As of right now, our sales are exceeding our inventory of the bike.” So as of this date – March 18 2021 my bike is still inoperable, 39 days from when Cake
In two other posts I have explained how I now charge at EVSE level 2 charging stations. Extending my Kalk Charging at Level 2 Charging Stations Due to COVID19 when I charge my bike I either stay very close by or just sit next to my bike. If the EVSE station is located near a
Ever notice that when you get a new car, (meaning new to YOU) or something that’s seen in public you start to notice others who have the same car/thing as you? It’s just a human nature thing to notice stuff once you have it. I recently discovered and purchased a Level 2 EVSE (Electric Vehicle
OK OK OK I know! But I just had to use that title! After all it’s my blog, I built the thing and pay for it! Anyway… A Level 2 Charging Solution I’m going to start off by clearing the air, my air. After researching and then discovering a method to use a Level 2 EVSE
One of the few channels I subscribe to on YouTube is Nathan’s Modern Life. He posts owner videos of his Kalk OR. His video on Charging a Cake Kalk Battery with a Yeti 1400 | 900 watts! peaked my interest. I own and use a Yeti 1000 and had planned on testing it with my
I recently found a video that clearly explains why 2 wheeled EVs are so expensive, lack range, etc. For anyone who has wondered why a Cake, or other two wheeled EVs are expensive, this helps explain. Oh and if you’re thinking of a Sur Ron, watch the video…. One of the other factors she brings
Update: December 1 2020 – You can read my discovery on how to charge at level 2 EV stations on this link. One of the most asked questions I receive about the Kalk& is “How far will it go?” which is common to all EVs. My answer along with the response from any EV manufacturer
August 21 2020 Cake sent me their new display so I’m posting my evaluation. I’m not certain if I’m the first person to receive it, so some of the things I sight may or may not be indicative of other displays. I’m going to assume that this is what is being sent to all Kalk&
Update: December 1 2020 – You can read my discovery on how to charge at level 2 EV stations on this link. Update August 20 2020 I have owned my & for just over a month. In that time the charging times have come much more in line with Cake’s marketing materials, 0-80% in 1.5
UPDATE CAKE has resolved this malfunction by replacing all & displays that is being sent to all owners. You can read about it here. While visiting my auto mechanic I left my bike outside of his shop for approximately one hour. It was 71 degrees with 51% humidity. When I activated the key, instead of
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