The Definitive ONYX Blog

Once you ride an ONYX, it’s easy to see why they have such a strong following. I’m based on Auto Row in Manhattan, where I show ONYX owners the ropes, organize rides, and help with repairs and upgrades.

ONYX Launch Dynamics and Race Preparation

Analysis of launch technique, traction limits, power delivery, rider control, environmental conditions, structured run coordination, platform mode behavior, thermal management, and system consistency across ONYX configurations.

March 25, 2026 · 9 min · 1823 words · John Angel

ONYX 72V and 80V Range Fundamentals

Clear breakdown of how throttle behavior, speed, terrain, rider load, weather, battery capacity, and testing conditions influence real-world range on ONYX 72V and 80V.

March 24, 2026 · 10 min · 1990 words · John Angel

72V ONYX Kelly Controller Parameters

Complete factory parameter set exposed through the Kelly interface with clarification of control loops, system behavior, and non-exposed firmware constraints relevant to diagnostics and tuning.

March 23, 2026 · 13 min · 2625 words · John Angel

ONYX Brake Diagnostics

“Explains how to diagnose and maintain ONYX braking performance by combining system limitations, hardware design differences, inspection routines, fluid handling rules, bleeding techniques, brake bedding, and real-world braking behavior across 72V, CTY2, and 80V platforms.”

March 21, 2026 · 12 min · 2446 words · John Angel

ONYX Performance & Power Guide

A complete ONYX performance guide covering voltage, line amps, phase amps, battery quality, controllers, motors, and real-world tuning from stock to extreme builds.

March 20, 2026 · 4 min · 772 words · John Angel

Onyx Battery Diagnostics

Diagnostics, balancing procedures, outlet wattage analysis, BMS behavior, and repair guidance for ONYX 23Ah, 41Ah, 45Ah, and CTY 23Ah batteries in a single diagnostic-first reference.

March 19, 2026 · 16 min · 3240 words · John Angel

ONYX FarDriver Build JAWS MODE

A single ONYX JAWS MODE hardware reference covering build selection, supported voltage tiers, motor fitment, controller costs, throttle and mode baseline, installation expectations, and validated FarDriver system constraints.

March 18, 2026 · 8 min · 1615 words · John Angel

ONYX FarDriver Wiring Harness JAWS MODE

A complete hardware integration reference for the ONYX FarDriver harness covering system-level behavior, connector functions, manual wiring procedures, plug-and-play installation, and validation steps before tuning.

March 17, 2026 · 6 min · 1224 words · John Angel

ONYX FarDriver AutoLearn JAWS MODE

A calibration reference for ONYX FarDriver systems explaining AutoLearn behavior, required conditions, execution steps, expected results, failure recovery, and how to verify correct motor identification prior to applying any tune.

March 16, 2026 · 6 min · 1195 words · John Angel

ONYX FarDriver Tune JAWS MODE

A full reference of the JAWS MODE FarDriver tune with exact parameter tables covering base setup, advanced controller configuration, throttle calibration, field weakening curves, regen mapping, gear ratios, protection systems, and display settings.

March 15, 2026 · 4 min · 772 words · John Angel

ONYX FarDriver Tuning AI Assistant JAWS MODE

Explains how to create a JAWS MODE tuning assistant using either a custom ChatGPT GPT or a local LLM stack, including setup, configuration, and example tuning behavior analysis.

March 14, 2026 · 10 min · 2077 words · John Angel

ONYX FarDriver Parameters JAWS MODE

A complete ONYX FarDriver JAWS MODE reference including Simple Mode and Pro NBLE, with detailed explanations of parameter behavior, system interactions, torque-to-weakening transitions, tuning strategy, limits, and real-world riding effects.

March 13, 2026 · 47 min · 9985 words · John Angel