Like the Bafang mid-drive system below, the TongSheng offers the same benefits of compatibility with a wide range of bike designs and a high torque for steep hills and off-road terrain. However, the TongSheng mid-drive does manage to be a little lighter than the Bafang for approximately the same power. The range of this model is quite low, limited to Eco mode it only offers a range of 16km / 10mi – although taking the device off to charge at the other end is easy to do and it only takes an hour to top up. There is the option to increase your range by buying additional battery modules that fit into the base unit. For juice, this utility eBike has Rad Power’s efficient 672Wh battery that lasts up to 45 miles on eco mode. Additionally, it is fully equipped with a rear passenger seat, and fenders, a commuter’s dream. Connect up the controller directly to the LCD, battery, motor and pedal sensor. There is no cable loom. You’ll find a 7-speed drivetrain to support the 36V removable battery for up to 40 miles of range. Power comes a 500W hub motor with max speeds of 20 mph.

For more specialist utility needs, buying a new cargo e-bike would help boost your carrying capacity and range. Equally, for the aesthetically conscious, the latest breed of e-road bikes are almost indistinguishable from a non-powered bike at first glance. Then again, both those options are much more expensive than a conversion. How we test The front forks on your bike need to have 100mm clearance between the drop-outs (which is the case with the vast majority of bikes). The XF07 for front wheel conversions, SWX02 for bikes with freewheel and XF08C for bikes with cassette. You'll also want to think about your power needs. The higher the motor wattage, the more power you'll get. A 250-watt motor is typically plenty of power to make the daily commute less sweaty. If you want to take your converted bike out on tougher mountain trails, you'll want more power.Long story short, you can always count on their brand if you are looking for a cheap and convenient eBike for the city. A 350W Bafang motor and 417WhWh battery provide up to 40 miles of range. Maximize the Generation e1.1’s range by using the 7-speed Shimano Altus drivetrain. With the heavier Pinnacle on maximum assist (and on draggy routes) we were getting slightly under the 30km for the Max battery. As with all e-bike batteries, range depends on the terrain, weight of bike and level of assist.

A mid-motor drive system offers a number of benefits over hub-driven conversion kits. With the power delivered at the cranks it can produce more torque, making it more effective on particularly steep and bumpy terrain.When buying an ebike conversion kit there are a number of factors you’ll need to consider. Most importantly you’ll need a kit that will fit your bike. To help with this it pays to take a few frame measurements, notably the width of your forks and the width of the rear stays, as well as noting the wheel size and the type of brakes. You can then match these details to the kit specifications. Although we take every step to make installation as easy and straightforward as possible, you still need to own and know how to use a digital multitester and to be able to: This model doesn't come with a battery included, so you'll have to source your own 36v item. As a rule of thumb, around 10Ah will give a range of 29km / 18mi, whereas going up to 18Ah will typically give around 53km / 33mi, so be sure to factor that in when you're making your choice. For power, the EB-6 Bandit has a 350W motor paired with a 7-speed Shimano drivetrain, allowing you to take on soft terrain or tough inclines with ease. The battery on this bike is a small 7.8Ah which only lasts up to 20 miles but it is removable.

London-based Swytch makes a conversion kit that, it says, is the lightest in the world at 3kg total weight. It can convert any bike into an ebike. Mid-Drive Conversion is the technology that the best e-bikes tend to use. A weight sits at a low point on the bike frame, and the power is applied to the crank. These can be more expensive, but the technology is typically better. There’s no standardization, however, which can make figuring out exactly what you need to make your bike work a little more challenging. Adding the parts is also a bit more complex than friction drive conversion.

There are many reasons to upgrade your bike to offer a little e-assistance. On the one hand, it can greatly increase the usefulness of your bike, enabling you to replace short car journeys – such as around town, to the shops, or to work – with going by bike instead. The Sinch uses a huge 672Wh battery that can provide ranges up to 55 miles. Finally, the mechanical disc brakes, 4″ fat tires, and 45mm fork suspension make the Sinch.2 capable on light off-road terrain. We need the details of your project: tyre dimensions, bike pictures, what your requirements are etc before we can answer your questions. Compared to middle motors: hub motors don't get splashed by surface water, relieve stress and strain on your drivetrain and cheaper to buy. The Co-op Cycles Generation e1.1 is a 20″ utility e-bike providing a comfortable and versatile ride experience.

As above, be careful of throttle-controlled kits that won’t pass the UK ebike regulations and will legally be considered a moped. It will be based upon the condition and age of the kit, the number of miles it has done and whether any of its component parts are missing. The XP 3.0 comes either with a regular frame or a more comfortable step-through design. The motor on the bike is a 500W rear hub that has throttle activation and five levels of pedal assistance. We tested it on both a reasonably light two-speed steel bike and a heavier Pinnacle utility bike. It transformed the ride of the two-speed bike, making it fast, nimble and responsive. We also found the stated range to be conservative: after 20 miles on setting number two (medium assist) it had only used two bars out of five on the battery.Drivetrain components may not be adequately beefed up for the extra power they need to transmit and may wear or break. Factors such as torque steer may be a problem, and cabling and sensors can be unsightly. Our geared hub kits are compact and well thought out conversion kits for bikes with 20" (folding bikes), 26", 27.5" and 700C wheels with a range of battery capacity. With an electric bike conversion kit, you can upgrade your bike to an e-bike for the fraction of the price of buying a new one. Where we haven't yet had the chance to review an item, we're still confident in recommending it as one of the best, because we either know the brand really well, and have probably tested another product or the previous version and can still happily recommend it as one of the best.