Simple DIY solar charging with the all new ENGWE X24 Electric Bike.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
02:57 E Bike Performance
05:52 Solar Charging
08:33 Charge Controller Setup
11:06 X24 E Bike Overview
12:13 X24 Problems and Improvement Ideas