280 motor question
 

Hi Guys

I am trying to modify a RC bike and the motor is a 280 type. I want to upgrade it as the motor is really slow at the moment.

Are most micro's 280 size with a short can? If so where can I get a cheap but peppy motor (Brushed is fine as the bike will probably fall to bits if I run anything too hot).

Thanks
C

graupner
 

Back in the day the graupner speed 300 6v was a popular motor as an upgrade for the rc18.
Very fast, and lasted a long time (but not rebuild able). They have a good range of brushed motors, all the specs are listed on their website. Hth.

Which bike is it?
If its one of the kyosho 1:8 scale then the Graupner speed 300 6V will make it like a missile
Stay away from brushless as they make them virtually undriveable and unless you go for the alloy gearbox upgrades they will destroy the drivetrain in short order

Cheers guys,

It is a Kyosho 1/8 but it's a RTR version (FA series). I have already stripped it down and fitted bearings, added foam inserts and replaced a friction shock in the rear with an oil one I had knocking around.

It's fun but it just needs a little more poke!

I will get the 300, it should be fine with the RTR electronics, if they go pop then I will fit proper RC gear in it.

or if you want an extreme missile the speed 300 4.8V!! they are still available in 4.8, 6 and 7.2 volts, have a look at a few rc boat stockists, easiest place to find them and they are very good reliable motors