Category: Electric Bike Kits
Front vs. Rear Wheel Drive kits
When choosing an electric bike kit, the question of installing a front or rear wheel drive set-up is often asked. We do not have a personal preference in regards to the kits but would like to point out the advantages of each option. These points reflect the complete electric bike as well, which have been [...]
Which electric bike kit is right for me?
Electric bike conversion kits all offer the rider the convenience of electric assistance to their ride, but each ride is not created equally. The geometry of your bike, componentry, wheel size and purpose should be taken into consideration when finding the right kit. The kits also differ with front vs. rear wheel drive, direct drive [...]
What is an electric bike conversion kit?
An electric bike conversion kit or ebike kit is a complete electric hub motor kit that can be installed on any type of conventional bicycle, recumbent, trike, folder or any other specialty bicycle. The kit is comprised of a hub motor, controller, throttle, battery, battery rack, indicator gauge, charger and applicable hardware. Kits are available [...]
How long is the battery’s life span?
Every battery has a manufacturers projected life span, and an actual life span. Sometimes the batteries will last as long or even longer than projected, sometimes they will not. The most common reason for not meeting the manufacturers recommended lifespan is improper care and maintenance of the battery.
Stay tuned for in-depth posts on the subject of electric bicycle battery life and care and maintenance of electric bicycle batteries.