Razor MX 350 Upgrade | Lithium, MAX Range

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Today we're upgrading a Razor MX 350 by converting it to Lithium, installing an improved controller, variable throttle, plus a few cosmetics.
Parts
Motor Controller Kit
(no longer available) Try searching for "24v LiFePO4"
Battery (similar to)
(no longer available) Try searching for "24v LiFePO4"
Lights and Horn Kit
www.ebay.com/itm/222627137235

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  • @DIeem2042
    @DIeem20422 жыл бұрын

    This is some very clean work. Your nephew is lucky to have such a smart and handy uncle. Also that song that is playing in the middle is awesome.

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks! I actually spend more time than I’d like to admit picking music.

  • @almac3909
    @almac390914 күн бұрын

    I envy crafty men as you, brother. Very cool to see

  • @karinawiser3989
    @karinawiser3989 Жыл бұрын

    I just needed info on how to disassemble the bike to get to the battery 🙂, which I couldn't find online as my model looks different from the instructions on the official razor site. Thank you - your video has that model! Would never attempt something you did! You are a great uncle!!!

  • @SamSamTutorialMan
    @SamSamTutorialMan11 ай бұрын

    Awesome video! Thanks so much. Was curious about converting my daughter's Razor Pocket Mod to lithium and this is very inspiring!

  • @aaronvenegas4162
    @aaronvenegas41623 ай бұрын

    Great work some one just threw one of those away at my trash bin I can’t wait to get it fixed I might need to upgrade the batteries aswell

  • @wilsal770
    @wilsal770 Жыл бұрын

    This man is a master lord jesus you my friend are a master at your craft

  • @franceschiasson3147
    @franceschiasson31477 ай бұрын

    Wouldn’t it be great if Razor just made them like this so parents didn’t have to modify them? 30min of run time is pretty lame…

  • @danielgolding9805

    @danielgolding9805

    26 күн бұрын

    For anyone interested even though they claim 30 minutes run time. My 6 year old oversized son has been getting a steady 90 minutes run time on a full charge.

  • @KeVonCarlisle-fh4sz

    @KeVonCarlisle-fh4sz

    21 күн бұрын

    Fax

  • @TheEbikeCrafter
    @TheEbikeCrafter2 жыл бұрын

    how do you not have 100000+ subs?!?! your videos are awesome

  • @chrismoja5272
    @chrismoja5272 Жыл бұрын

    Nice job !

  • @lacropoyessir7204
    @lacropoyessir72042 жыл бұрын

    I can’t find the battery you got on eBay. I saw you posted links but they are all broken. Where can I get that battery?

  • @calvingreashaber82
    @calvingreashaber82 Жыл бұрын

    What’s a good 12 ah battery that fits in the original body

  • @user-dn7di3sf8b
    @user-dn7di3sf8b6 ай бұрын

    I got my son the same bike and can't find the lithium battery where did you order it from

  • @rod8652
    @rod8652 Жыл бұрын

    have you tried to put suspension?

  • @chineseempanada420
    @chineseempanada4207 ай бұрын

    Do you still use the factory charger?

  • @jgalloway01
    @jgalloway01 Жыл бұрын

    so how did it do, do you have a review?

  • @RANGER_HEMMI
    @RANGER_HEMMI Жыл бұрын

    If you see this how fast does it go or is it the same

  • @theezkathii
    @theezkathii Жыл бұрын

    I have one like that for my kids. How much would you charge to do the same thing? I’m in Florida.

  • @braydenstonge1
    @braydenstonge111 ай бұрын

    Could I have a link to a similar battery I could not fined one 😊

  • @alissazickella7955
    @alissazickella79552 күн бұрын

    I upgraded my kids MX350s with 2 12v 10ah batteries from lifeP04. I also upgraded the control box and throttle with what you show. Now the bikes are shutting down and smell like something is burning. Do you know what could be wrong?

  • @user-ge8px7nk2s
    @user-ge8px7nk2s Жыл бұрын

    How much would you charge to do that to my sons mx350 ?

  • @aleixfiigols5698
    @aleixfiigols5698 Жыл бұрын

    How much cost the batery?😊

  • @youraveragenoob7556
    @youraveragenoob7556 Жыл бұрын

    I have one of these and I’m looking to replace my battery with a 24v 15ah and I’m curious why do I need to upgrade the controller and throttle if it’s the same voltage?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    You don’t have to upgraded it. The upgraded throttle and controller provide variable throttle and a little bit more speed.

  • @4strokefrosty
    @4strokefrosty Жыл бұрын

    I have this exact bike!

  • @yeeyee4775
    @yeeyee47752 жыл бұрын

    can you listed the product you used in the description? i have an hard time finding the products. thank you

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    Added links

  • @glennwatkins7282
    @glennwatkins7282 Жыл бұрын

    Hey, so I was wondering if you changed the controller so it could except then new, but different battery. Can the battery swap work w original controller.

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes. You can swap without updating the controller. Just make sure the battery you choose has a BMS with low voltage cutoff

  • @user-ge8px7nk2s
    @user-ge8px7nk2s Жыл бұрын

    How much do you charge to do that to my sons bike ?

  • @john101090
    @john101090 Жыл бұрын

    I am using the same controller and throttle but using a 36V 12AH Lithium battery. Is it essential to keep the fuse in play?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    Yes! Fuse is your friend.

  • @360Tours
    @360Tours7 ай бұрын

    If you switch to lithium, do you have to change the charger and controller of can you keep the original? Thank you for your help

  • @j.co.6373

    @j.co.6373

    7 ай бұрын

    He changed the charger controller in the video.

  • @nbowling10trio
    @nbowling10trio5 ай бұрын

    I modded my daughter's powerwheel quad years ago to accept dewalt drill batteries. Would like to do something similar to my grandsons mx350. I like the snap in batteries for power tools like the trimmers and mowers. Gonna research

  • @RoxasEarnshaw

    @RoxasEarnshaw

    20 күн бұрын

    There's some vids here on KZread that has done this. There's a kid that removed the controller and just hooked up a Milwaukee 18v batter straight.

  • @garryfilin
    @garryfilin2 жыл бұрын

    Is the improved controller required because of the new Lithium battery or I can just replace the battery keeping the original controller?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    You can keep the same controller. The upgraded one provides variable throttle and small performance boost.

  • @ROJODIX
    @ROJODIX Жыл бұрын

    Nice work! Have you ever installed a battery life indicator to a razor scooter with lithium batteries? Would love to see a video on that.

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    The twist throttle includes a battery charge level indicator that works fairly well.

  • @Renecio1122
    @Renecio112211 ай бұрын

    How you connected the battery did you used the same harness with the fuse?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    11 ай бұрын

    I know I reused the Anderson connector that came with it and either added a fuse or kept the inline one - either way you want a fuse 😅

  • @joefurley8573
    @joefurley85737 ай бұрын

    Could you kindly supply a link for that battery as I cannot find it anywhere.. Thank you kindly

  • @ham003latechedu

    @ham003latechedu

    7 ай бұрын

    Just search 24v lipo4. Take a tape measure, measure the space you have, and find a 24v lipo4 that will fit. Same thing on any ebike/scooter/4 wheeler. Make sure you get as many AH as you can afford/fit.😊😊😊

  • @Fssuperr
    @Fssuperr10 ай бұрын

    Thank you for clean video - Question, I have extra Ebike battery 48V 10 AH sitting at home - Can that be connected to this 24 V 350W motor and using the same controller Hub ?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    10 ай бұрын

    No, you'll break it.

  • @RoxasEarnshaw

    @RoxasEarnshaw

    20 күн бұрын

    You can do it. But with a new controller.

  • @louielouie7806
    @louielouie7806 Жыл бұрын

    How would the 36v 20AH fit? The battery in the video is out of stock but the aforementioned is not. Thanks.

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    I wouldn't use 36v, you'll burn out the motor. Shop around eBay, Ali Express, etc

  • @louielouie7806

    @louielouie7806

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby Appreciate the reply and thanks for the inspiration!

  • @anthonymoy4471
    @anthonymoy447111 ай бұрын

    Are you using the fast scooter 36v overvolt controller or the 24 volt fast scooter controller ?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    11 ай бұрын

    24v

  • @robisart7715
    @robisart77152 жыл бұрын

    Can I use this same set up on the Hyper 350??

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    I don’t know for sure, but it’s also 24v so there’s a good chance.

  • @chadlucier
    @chadlucier2 жыл бұрын

    My kids seem to run for 45+ minutes at full use. They are fairly new. I have made sure they kniw to full drain and FULLY CHARGE them. I was just wondering if thats the trick or the life will still drop off in time.

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    Interesting. I imagine terrain and rider weight have a lot to do with it. Ours is ridden off-road with some hills. Or maybe our batteries were no good from the start.

  • @chadlucier

    @chadlucier

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby my kids are 8 and 9. 55 lbs and about 70lbs. We only ride on dirt and the trails out back. Thanks for the video! I would love a lithium upgrade to charge faster and have a longer run time.

  • @grahamhammond

    @grahamhammond

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah mine runs for 45 minutes or an hour.

  • @jasonkelly4256
    @jasonkelly425624 күн бұрын

    Would you please dumb down the wiring for me I can’t figure it out I have burned out two controllers trying to make it better for my sister.

  • @Chris.Rhodes
    @Chris.Rhodes2 жыл бұрын

    So I have a MX350 I got for free, picked up a new battery set for it for like $35. It runs great, will pull my 11yr old no issues, but won't pull me lol I want to upgrade the battery and motor...where did you get this kit?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not a kit really, just a collection of stuff from eBay. Controller and accessories are from one seller. You could use any battery that’s 24v. I didn’t upgrade the motor, but I’ve seen options for that too.

  • @rjbbroz7506
    @rjbbroz7506 Жыл бұрын

    Can u put a link about what light that is

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    Looks like it’s out of stock. Link in description to the original item.

  • @logangarrison
    @logangarrison Жыл бұрын

    hello, im trying to repurpose a mx 350 into an occ chopper bicycle. i want to use 2x drill batteries in parrallel. the batteries are 20volt, 3.9 ah, will my motor work?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    20v is too low. You need 24v.

  • @user-ge8px7nk2s

    @user-ge8px7nk2s

    Жыл бұрын

    Can you do more then 24v and will the motor still work ?

  • @billyhendrix
    @billyhendrix Жыл бұрын

    The batterylink is expired, can you re-post the battery link or something similar to upgrade with, thanks.

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    Try searching ebay or other sites for "24v LiFePO4" or similar.

  • @aleczenerwoodson3704
    @aleczenerwoodson37042 жыл бұрын

    Can I get a list of the parts you upgraded

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    Fast Scooters Controller, throttle and lights kit from eBay. It’s hard to link to a specific battery because the listings always change. Search for 24v LiFePO4 with US shipping. Get one that comes with the charger.

  • @jregamey
    @jregamey Жыл бұрын

    Shouldn't have to swap the controller....? But new controller can make it faster with less

  • @lemezurc1
    @lemezurc12 жыл бұрын

    How much the difference in speed? Runtime? And recharge time? planning to do this set up too thanks

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    Speed is a little faster and it maintains speed better than before. Takes about 3 hours to charge from nearly empty to full. About 3 hours run time, which was probably overkill.

  • @dicevizion

    @dicevizion

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby Is that 3 hours run time with you on it ?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@dicevizion kid riders

  • @aaronbateman2948

    @aaronbateman2948

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby That is a lot of runtime. I wonder if you could have found a 12aH that would have fit without modifying the body of the bike. The lithium batteries have much more usable power than SLA. I am wondering if the battery had a BMS built in though?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    @@aaronbateman2948 for sure a smaller battery would more than adequate for most. Although it’s a nice luxury to only charge it occasionally. The BMS is built in.

  • @noodpro2434
    @noodpro2434Ай бұрын

    Hello please respond quickly is it possible? To get a 36v bat and use the stock controller? Will it go to 20mph? or slower

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Ай бұрын

    Not sure. Probably just under, but you risk melting your motor.

  • @noodpro2434

    @noodpro2434

    Ай бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby ohh not the controller??

  • @anthonymoy4471
    @anthonymoy4471 Жыл бұрын

    How is the battery pack holding up

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    Great!

  • @JacquelineMadrid-ul9rv
    @JacquelineMadrid-ul9rvАй бұрын

    Realmente soy nuevo en esto, quiero mejorar mi Moto de 24v a 36v

  • @user-ge8px7nk2s
    @user-ge8px7nk2s Жыл бұрын

    Do you do this kind of work to other bikes I will pay my son has the same bike I would like to upgrade it for him

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    It's a nice offer, but unfortunately I don't have time for commission work.

  • @kmannion
    @kmannion2 жыл бұрын

    How did you get the key ignition?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    It came with the kit from fast scooters

  • @kmannion

    @kmannion

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby where did you get the kit?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@kmannion Added links to description

  • @kmannion

    @kmannion

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby ok thank you very much!

  • @Shmackedtv
    @Shmackedtv2 жыл бұрын

    You started pulling put tools I have no idea how to use nd ya lost me🥺 I can't just use duck tape?

  • @RyKnowsBricks
    @RyKnowsBricks2 жыл бұрын

    SIIICK Build.. Links to parts if you have time.

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    2 жыл бұрын

    Here is the exact item. However, it turned out to be overkill IMO. You could go with a smaller and cheaper one and it would be easier to fit. www.ebay.com/itm/24V24Ah-Lithium-LiFePO4-Ebike-Battery-Charger-Electric-Wheelchair-Motor-BMS-500W-/144401685875?hash=item219f02dd73

  • @blakedino2885

    @blakedino2885

    Жыл бұрын

    @@jamesjacoby hey man that parts is gone now any recommendations for anything close to it ?

  • @DanielHamel-iz5db
    @DanielHamel-iz5db Жыл бұрын

    Awesome build. What was the total cost of build ?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    conversion was about $250

  • @BB-rs8kl

    @BB-rs8kl

    8 ай бұрын

    Links are gone

  • @nxdboi
    @nxdboi2 жыл бұрын

    15-20min? No way. I, at 175lbs, can ride my sons bike for almost 30min. My 7 year old can ride it for nearly an hour of throttle time. And that's whit the a variable throttle that sends more voltage to the motor.

  • @sfgiants49ers415

    @sfgiants49ers415

    Жыл бұрын

    His was probably overcharged

  • @hyperwolfco8021

    @hyperwolfco8021

    8 ай бұрын

    My kids is only lasts like 10 minutes

  • @nxdboi

    @nxdboi

    8 ай бұрын

    @@hyperwolfco8021 Your batteries need replacing, chief. You can get a much larger capacity, lighter, and smaller lithium battery for not very much money at all. I'd look into it if you're going to replace your batteries anyway.

  • @Marts1499
    @Marts1499 Жыл бұрын

    I’m the market to get my son a dirt bike. Torn between spending 2000$ on a gas dirt bike or buying a brand new razor and going this route with the upgraded battery and such

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    There are tons of good commercial options that are turn-key, gas or electric. It's more if you WANT a project. Sometimes it ends up costing more to go custom. Depending on how old your son is and if he'd enjoy learning and doing the project with you it can be a fun route.

  • @Mikaonthagrind
    @Mikaonthagrind Жыл бұрын

    I wish you were my uncle 😂

  • @hiimroyce294
    @hiimroyce294 Жыл бұрын

    where did you get the battery?

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    Жыл бұрын

    eBay, but looks like most of the similar listings have been taken down. You could try aliexpress or similar.

  • @thegamerboys368
    @thegamerboys3687 ай бұрын

    Can I sent mines and I will pay you

  • @user-vd3bx5yr3x
    @user-vd3bx5yr3x8 ай бұрын

    Dude replace the motor

  • @mpoveroni
    @mpoveroni11 ай бұрын

    Dude ill pay you i have a 350 and a 500 my kid needs way more time

  • @jamesjacoby

    @jamesjacoby

    11 ай бұрын

    Thanks, but unfortunately I don't have time and the logistics would be overwhelming. You could tackle a simpler version with a slightly smaller battery without the need to modify the body shell as much and it would be a lot easier.

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