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Converting a mountain bike into a high-performance electric bicycle can be both fun and rewarding, despite the time commitment.
The benefits of an electric bike over a standard bicycle are numerous. eBikes are fun to ride, can simplify daily commutes and errands, and can help you save money on gas and car repairs. The pedal-assist options available can also help with climbing steep inclines and the like.
Here are a number of tips and guidelines to consider before purchasing a conversion kit and undergoing the transformation process to an electric bike.
The typical components of a conversion kit include a hub for the motor, the motor itself, a lithium battery pack, and the gears needed to push the pedals when activating pedal assist. Some kits can go above and beyond these basic components, with some companies offering accessories such as Bluetooth receivers, throttle mechanisms, and more. You can also generally pick and choose what type of battery and motor you want in your conversion kit. Choosing an extra-large battery or an extremely powerful motor will, however, cost extra.
Tip: The typical components of a conversion kit include a hub for the motor, the motor itself, a lithium battery pack, and the gears needed to push the pedals when activating pedal assist
Warning: Choosing an extra-large battery or an extremely powerful motor will, however, cost extra
Double Check the Kit and the Bike
Before making a purchase, you will need to be certain that your desired conversion kit and your bicycle can integrate with one another. We would recommend doing some online research to see how much compatibility the kit you are thinking about buying offers. Some advertise universal compatibility, but this is very rarely actually the case. Google your actual bike make and model to see if other consumers have successfully attached a conversion kit.
Tip: Before making a purchase, you will need to be certain that your desired conversion kit and your bicycle can integrate with one another
Warning: Some advertise universal compatibility, but this is very rarely actually the case
The installation procedure will vary depending on your bicycle frame and the make and model of the conversion kit you have purchased. Generally speaking, there are some commonalities with the installation steps.
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Constantly keeping the battery at a full 100 percent charge may lessen the lifespan of the battery pack. Try to keep it at around 80 percent charged. (Source)
Sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mountain_bike
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_bicycle_types
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_bicycle
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedelec
*https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fg4Ht0Z6BDU