Welcome to ONYX ownership. ONYX Motors has a great team and community, and I’m based on Auto Row in Manhattan helping with repairs and upgrades. This blog shares in-depth guides and real-world experience.
Featured ONYX Stuff
Featured ONYX Stuff, tied to this post, is a living hub highlighting ONYX products, upgrades, and gear that I share across platforms.
ONYX 80V MOKE Front Brake Caliper
Deep technical install and performance guide for the MOKE large front brake caliper upgrade on the ONYX 80V platform.
80V ONYX EV Station Charging
Straightforward explanation for ONYX riders covering how EV charging actually works, how to use the ONYX charger voltage switch correctly, what J1772 adapters really pass through, and why EV station power is not the same as household outlet power.
ONYX Playbook
A ONYX 80V and 72V playbook to living with an ONYX, including riding tips, charging at home and EV stations, battery care, security, dimensions, and safe accessory power.
72V ONYX Technical Guide
Covers battery and controller apps, alarm operation, charging and storage safety, maintenance schedules, riding and braking technique, suspension protection, and real-world legality for daily 72V ONYX RCR ownership.
80V ONYX 45Ah Battery
A detailed engineering reference for the 80V ONYX 45Ah battery covering charging methods, BMS data and health metrics, current handling, voltage behavior, safety thresholds, and long-term durability.
80V ONYX Specifications
A structured reference of the full 80V ONYX spec set, covering power output, battery and controller constraints, operating temperature ranges, ingress protection ratings, weight figures, and essential mechanical dimensions.
72V ONYX 23Ah Battery
A step-by-step overview of the 72V ONYX 23Ah battery with practical checks and guidance for real-world riding and charging.
72V ONYX 41Ah Battery
A step-by-step technical overview of the 72V ONYX 41Ah battery with essential checks and guidance for everyday operation.
72V ONYX 45Ah Battery
An in-depth technical reference for the 72V ONYX 45Ah battery including charging strategy, BMS monitoring, balance health, current capability, voltage characteristics, safety limits, and long-term reliability.
72V ONYX Specifications
A complete 72V ONYX specification guide, including power levels, battery and controller limits, temperature ranges, IP ratings, weight, and key mechanical measurements in a structured format.
72V ONYX RCR Kelly Controller Guide
A hands-on technical guide to how the 72V ONYX RCR really delivers power using the Kelly KLS7230S controller, including current flow, heat limits, field weakening, regen behavior, stock settings, fault codes, wiring, the Blocker Matrix limiter, and full Domino throttle setup and tuning for smoother control.