I had a nice MTB bike. Carbon and rigid on 27.5″ wheels. But in winter it’s hard to ride it, kneading snow takes a lot of energy. If you want a monetary answer to this question, then there are ways to work out whether the investment is worth it. Take a moment to think about your current car usage and work out the cost per day/mile, including fuel, parking and running costs. Try to work out how many journeys, days or miles you will use the bike for after it is converted. Once you know this, you should be able to work out the reduction in car running costs per mile/day and, with that, you should be able to work out how many miles/days it will take for the electric bike conversion kit to pay for itself. Should I just buy an electric bike instead? Is the battery included? You’ll need something to power and charge your e-bike conversion kit. Many kits include a battery. Cheaper kits may not, though, which means you’ll need to source a compatible battery separately. The compact motor fits subtly in front of your pedals and delivers powerful torque, high efficiency, and low noise. For installation details, consult our fitting guide. The advantages of the mid drive electric bike compared to the motor wheel begin with its installation on a bicycle:

When purchasing, you'll go through a thorough process, which can feel a bit over-complicated, but in doing so it means the actual conversion is a straightforward one. We tested out the Cytronex on a Brompton T-Line and found it delivered smooth and intuitive power. Plus, our hands-on time with it leads us to believe it's strong and durable enough to use for commuting.

This electric bicycle mid drive kit is not a new egg on the market; there are voluminous threads on the electric transport forum about it. As with anything, consideration for the end-use during design and build can have advantages. A quality electric bike conversion kit might end up being very close to the price of a complete electric bike. If a company starts with a clean slate and designs an electric bike, it's easier to keep costs low and integration high. Really consider why you are thinking about converting your bike and whether it makes sense compared to what's on the market. In some cases, it will but in others, it won't. Are electric bike conversion kits legal? You can use a 52v battery with the Bafang BBS02B. But there are pros and cons to going down this route. A 52v battery, when fully charged, is at 58.8v; this is very close to the motor controller’s maximum operating voltage of 60v. Below are some key facts to consider. Some customers are rightly worried about the extra weight and wiring on the motor wheel should they have to do a puncture repair by the side of the road. By placing the speed sensor inside the motor, the installation is even simpler and the wiring neater.

The short answer is "it depends," and that's why we've not quoted it for each kit listed above. Instead, we've included the battery size and motor power, to help you get a fair gauge of how one compares to the next. If you need a motor for real heavy-duty applications like carrying cargo or trailers, then it would be worth paying the extra and buying a BBSHD. It’s a real beast of a motor and is reliable to boot! More reliability, robust internals and bags of torque. Read my BBS02 vs BBSHD article. FAQs Will the Bafang BBS02 fit any bike? Shengyi DWG22C. Compared to the Bafang SWX02, the Shengyi motor is 0.5kg heavier but has stronger torque at low speed.Bafang thumb throttle (may be used on both sides). The kit gives you pedal assistance and a throttle. No, they have different performance characteristics and may suit certain riding applications better. There are lots of pros and cons of hub motors vs mid-drive motors. It comes down to your budget and needs. Pros and Cons Pros

If you are riding off-road, regularly riding up steep hills or towing a trailer, a smaller chainring the better. If you are looking for better top speed, then you will want a larger chainring. What is the top speed of a Bafang BBS02? For example, in the US, there are different classes of e-bikes that vary by their power, speed limitations and whether or not they have a throttle, and each class is subject to different rules. Things are a little more simple elsewhere, with the UK stating that anything with a speed limiter of over 25km/h is classified as a moped, while anything up to 25km/h (15.5mph) is classed as a bicycle.The motor sits in the front hub and we found it to be pretty discreet. Incidentally, the new batteries will work with the original motor and pedal sensor, so if you already own the original kit you can upgrade it with just a new battery without having to buy the whole kit again. Month Warranty is for manufacturing defaults and does not over miss use or accidental damage - Please keep this in mind if you live far away from our Guildford workshop. These units are extremely strong and robust and will not let you down unless abused. We undertake warranties here in the UK. A friction drive e-bike conversion means there is a roller that pushes against the wheels tyre. So when the roller turns, the wheel turns. It's not the most efficient strategy, but it's simple and it works. There is very little involved with regard to making it work but, at the end of the day, it doesn't work as well as other systems out there.The Rubbee X is an example of a friction drive conversion kit system. You won’t find this much torque, power and versatility in any other conversion kit for the price. Sure, if you can stump up an extra couple of hundred, then I’d seriously consider the BBSHD. But, do you need that much power?