I first saw this on a local Craigslist ad (for a ridiculously high price) and just thought it was the cutest thing. Then I saw this vintage ad, and apparently it’s a little bigger than the mini-bike size I’d thought:
A little of the Googlin’ led me to this page: Electric Minibike, with these photos and some specs (that look like they came from EV Album):
| Base Vehicle: | 1973 Auranthetic Charger |
| Motor: | 24 Volt Permanent Magnet 1 hp |
| Drivetrain: | #35 chain |
| Controller: | |
| Curtis 24-36V 275A | |
| Batteries: | 2- 12 volt deep cycle |
| System Voltage: | 24 Volts |
| Charger: | 110 Volt, output 24 Volt 5 Amp |
| Heater: | n/a |
| DC/DC Converter: | |
| 24 Volt -12 Volt, 10 Amp max | |
| Instramentation: | Volt/amp combo meter |
| Top Speed: | 30 mph |
| Range: | probably 20-30 miles |
| Seating Capacity: | 1 |
| Curb Weight: | about 200 pounds |
More photos:
…and then, I found this. Oh my. Someone has some time on their hands, along with a good sense of humor.
Got one of these things? Want an Owners Manual? Here you go: click this linky.
The Electric Chronicles: Power in Flux 
I just picked up a 1974 3 wheeler. It is pretty much complete, but the motor is fried. These are awesome little machines!
So the 3-wheeler was a stock bike, and not a modification? Cool! What are you thinking for a replacement motor?
I have no idea! The motor is in the shop getting looked over. If the armature needs rewound it will cost a minimum of $300. I really do want to keep it as close to original. I hate to put a gas engine on it.
and the three wheeler was an option from the factory. I had never seen or heard of these until I found this one.
Cool! Finding a motor for under $100 shouldn’t be a problem, I wouldn’t bother getting it rewound unless you just want to keep everything original. Do you know the specs? A lot of electric scooter motors would match up pretty well I’d guess.
Did you ever find a motor or get yours repaired?
No, I gave up, and sold it
All I can find for specs are its a 24 volt, 1 horse power! and I was wondering about other electric scooter motors. I would probably have to build a mount, but that would be cheaper than $300!
Check out these guys, they’ve been great for me:
http://www.electricscooterparts.com/motors24volt.html
This one would probably work great:
24 Volt 750 Watt 2600 RPM Currie Electric Scooter Motor With 11 Tooth Sprocket
…but make sure your speed controller matches the motor.
i have the motorcyle version.. have had it for about 15 years … fun and zippy little thing
I have 3 Auranthetic Chargers over here in Victoria is anyone is interested. One is BC registered.
Looking for parts. Does anyone no where to find some?
Hi All, I was the designer and manufacturer of the three
whell version of the bike. We made the 3 wheel rear end assemblies in Northern California at “ALL ELECTRIC CYCLE” in Mountain View CA
see my comment about 3 wheelers
Hello, I have an original Auranthetic Corporation, Charger, Electric Motorcycle owners manual. I am thinking about selling, any interest???
I have 1974 auranthetic trike with the hard white trunkthat I’m looking to sell. It doesn’t have the electric motor or batteries but everything else is there. Please email me with any ? Or comments
Do u still have the Manual
Hi, this is Wolfgang in Germany. I bought one 2 weeks ago. It is already okay for moving but the second “gear” doesn’t work. The switch works so far and I think one of the relays is defect. Is there anyone who can help with a wiring diagram and a source for parts?
Best regards
Wolfgang
Wolfgang
This link includes the lots of information on the Aurenthetic Charger including wiring diagrams and other useful sources. Good luck.
https://forums.aaca.org/topic/291919-1974-auranthetic-charger-electric-motorcycle-minibike/