Making a super cheap electric bike (for $182)

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  • @newemail958
    @newemail958 2 роки тому +33

    sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo did u make it? kinda false advertising for not showing the finished product dontchathink?

  • @allenncrystalking8517
    @allenncrystalking8517 4 роки тому +170

    Thank you for all the help. I bike 20-22 miles a day for work and I'm using a 6 speed regular bicycle. Really can't afford much so this is looking promising.

    • @shawnvilayvanh2944
      @shawnvilayvanh2944 2 роки тому +11

      Same I've been doing 16 miles a day for the passed month bc my truck broke down & been looking around for a kit its humbled me but up hill is what gets me good luck to ya

    • @fancyletter8914
      @fancyletter8914 2 роки тому +5

      You must have some real powerful calves after all this.

    • @shawnvilayvanh2944
      @shawnvilayvanh2944 2 роки тому +8

      My legs stay sore I can't imagine 20-22 miles 16s alot 😭& really it's the thighs 😩 🦵

    • @rwm1980
      @rwm1980 2 роки тому +11

      My car broke down and half my check goes to Lyft. so I'm looking the same I can't pay 10k for a shit car to drive 4.00 a gallon

    • @Primoesuno36
      @Primoesuno36 2 роки тому +3

      @@shawnvilayvanh2944 keep pumping man you are the engine! You are a powerful force!!

  • @rudeboykustomcycles4889
    @rudeboykustomcycles4889 4 роки тому +26

    I've been building the motorized bikes for years and now I'm going to start doing electric bikes. Thanks for the info this looks like a great way to start.

  • @matthewweston9029
    @matthewweston9029 3 роки тому +57

    Hi
    Micah. I can not thank you enough for literally changing my whole family's lives. We live at the bottom of the biggest hill in North London. The turning point for me was a "bike ride" - we pushed our bikes to the top of the hill - my 10 year old son got tired and we came back - some bike ride! I then discover and followed this video - using the brilliant idea of using hoverboard batteries but using hub motors instead. I used a 36V 250W front wheel hub motor for my first bike (a scrap bike project with my son) and then 36V 350W rear wheel hub motors on the bikes for the rest of my family. I packed the controller and battery inside a saddle bag and hid the wiring. We now cycle all the time. My son and I have just finished a 30 mile bike ride through the heart of London city (I just carried a couple of spare hoverboard batteries in my backpack - we get about 15 miles from 1 36V 5Ah hoverboard battery). I have electric bikes for ALL of my family for much less than my friend paid for his 1 electric bike). I would love to share some pictures if that is possible, could you please let me know how I can do that. Thanks so so much again. Mat

    • @YHK_YT
      @YHK_YT 8 місяців тому +1

      Have you considered uploading a video about the bike or the process? Would be cool

    • @Jimmydeletgeorg
      @Jimmydeletgeorg 6 місяців тому +1

      I ain’t reading all at

    • @muscleman125
      @muscleman125 6 місяців тому

      that's actually why you were born, your father didn't read the instructions on the condom and you happened @@Jimmydeletgeorg

    • @Minacious_Shenanigans
      @Minacious_Shenanigans 3 місяці тому

      @@Jimmydeletgeorg Alright!

  • @javierfelipe
    @javierfelipe 4 роки тому +30

    It is great to see that there are more options than getting a brand new electric bike. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience on the subject.

    • @StellaHulliet
      @StellaHulliet 10 місяців тому

      User Comment: It is great to see that there are more options than getting a brand new electric bike. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience on the subject.Reply: Hi there! I completely agree with you. It's amazing to see the variety of options available in the e-bike market. Speaking of new projects, I recently came across a fascinating one called the freebeat Morph 2-in-1 eBike. It's a revolutionary bike that can be used both outdoors and indoors, and it has a unique feature where it can be charged in indoor mode! Super convenient, right? I'm really intrigued by its brushedless 750W motor and the fact that it offers an impressive top speed of 20mph. Definitely worth checking out! Keep exploring and sharing your thoughts, and happy riding!

  • @ColinRichardson
    @ColinRichardson 4 роки тому +417

    The motor is where I always end up in "decision paralysis". So many options, so many configurations. Never wanting to make the wrong decision, I end up not getting one at all.

    • @werecow68
      @werecow68 4 роки тому +15

      Colin Richardson just buy a decent quality kit, that way you don’t need to worry about integration or what works together.

    • @ColinRichardson
      @ColinRichardson 4 роки тому +25

      Yes, that is what this video is basically centralized around, and why it's such a good video. Also, there is always something in kits that are just not quite right. It's why I want to learn more about individual parts. And that is why this whole channel is great. Teaches me loads.

    • @fly4fun24
      @fly4fun24 4 роки тому +11

      I came from ZERO knowledge to enough to pull the trigger on one kit. My bike is far from ordinary, the frame is an alien but is a awesome bike i bought it in 2000 at sams club for 75$ MOTIVE is the brand, never needed a tuneup or anything. Now that i had to take a part to install this kit, i see how well made this bike is. The worries you have to have is: pick your size of motor. I picked the 48v1000v hub, because i could not find a 48v500w with a good price. Second, the opening of the rear forks, usually is 5"1/4".Third: very important is the twist or thumb throttle, i opted for twist and my bike has a twist shift already, cant use it, i should opt for thumb, thumb throttle goes with every bike. Forth: your battery has to provide for your motor, i am building a 48v16A for this motor but. In the mean time i ma using a 36v8Ah battery that i found on the junkyard. And it works i was able to hit 28m/h but it hiccups a lot when i open the full throttle At once. I am very hand building and modifying stuff. If you are little handy, you will be fine.

    • @reggiecorey4573
      @reggiecorey4573 4 роки тому +7

      Just buy a real electric bike dude

    • @ColinRichardson
      @ColinRichardson 4 роки тому +12

      @@reggiecorey4573 But I don't want an electric bike, I want an electric motor for other projects.

  • @shepwoofwoof
    @shepwoofwoof 4 роки тому +5

    Really great channel. Learning loads for upcoming build plus giving me the confidence to do it. Aiming for mid range build, but the principles all apply. Good work!

  • @jeremywheeler8417
    @jeremywheeler8417 4 роки тому +3

    When I first started your video, I wondered why anyone would want a hub motor. I was personally glad to see you go with a chain stylemotor because that's what electric motorcycles have.

  • @plum_pie6402
    @plum_pie6402 4 роки тому +14

    wow, good project! always love seeing the budget end of things, lets me know whats possible in a pinch

  • @sygad1
    @sygad1 3 роки тому +480

    title is a bit misleading, "should be buying parts for a cheap electric bike" there was no making invovled

    • @leojoseph6385
      @leojoseph6385 3 роки тому +33

      Yup, definitely Wrong Title....Bait and Switch.

    • @scottsather1041
      @scottsather1041 3 роки тому +4

      Thankyou

    • @rhodesiarwanda2956
      @rhodesiarwanda2956 3 роки тому +7

      We probably have to subscribe, or pay for the actual building of the E-bike, or we will have to buy the book

    • @xray364
      @xray364 3 роки тому +16

      Darren Cousins I think these comments are a bit unfair as I believe he’s demonstrated on other videos how to build an e-bike with kits, so it probably wasn’t necessary to show the whole build

    • @darkshadowsx5949
      @darkshadowsx5949 3 роки тому +4

      @@xray364 an accurate title would have been "Finding parts online for a super cheap $183 eBike" if he included shipping into the cost. its stupid not too. its part of the cost.
      regardless of his other videos he the only thing he's "making" in this video is a list of parts.
      unless he adds a "Part: 1 finding parts" to the end of his current title and changes 182 to 183 (if that includes shipping) its going to get flak for being misleading.
      you might as well round that 80 something cents up to the nearest dollar.

  • @sandywebsdale8247
    @sandywebsdale8247 4 роки тому

    Thank you for making a video like this.
    I have watched many videos about building e-bikes, and they have been confushing, to say the least; your video is going from where to buy parts from, and what is needed for the build, so it has helped a lot.
    Great job.

  • @bartstaton2059
    @bartstaton2059 4 роки тому +2

    SUPER excited to see how this turns out. Should be a great to compare this bike vs. the more expensive kits

  • @mistressmummy
    @mistressmummy 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you for your work on the video. I have been struggling to find a way to build a kit on the cheap to see if an electric bike can fill the 2nd vehicle gap without investing a ton of money initially.

  • @chrisbrangers9443
    @chrisbrangers9443 4 роки тому +93

    When are you going to put it together? I am anxiously waiting. Thanks for all you do.

  • @bikeboomer2617
    @bikeboomer2617 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this video and for all your other videos. I have the DIY Lithium Batteries book and really appreciate the detail. It covers everything! I am interested in building an eBike and am looking forward to your build of this super cheap one. Can't wait!

  • @shaunhicks85
    @shaunhicks85 4 роки тому +1

    Looking forward to the next video about this build. Im always curious about efficiency bang-for-your-buck and how far you can go analysis :) thanks for all the good content you are publishing!

  • @clydeavaughn1656
    @clydeavaughn1656 4 роки тому +79

    I want to say thank you because I've been trying to build one for my my brother who cannot drive and I'm getting tired of taking him to so I've been building the secret thank you

    • @kojik4271
      @kojik4271 4 роки тому +4

      Alivia Vaughn is this bike for Sheldon cooper?

    • @gregtheone975
      @gregtheone975 4 роки тому +4

      Nice sister don't want to leave your brother with no wheels.caring person

    • @marywong2159
      @marywong2159 4 роки тому

      Now only $350 per unit, free shipping within USA Mainland.
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  • @PeteBall
    @PeteBall 4 роки тому +10

    I am looking forward to seeing how well this bike performs.

  • @marcusjohnson5412
    @marcusjohnson5412 4 роки тому

    Thanks for making this vlog. Your approach is easy to understand versus some other vloggers I've been watching on the tube. This video also alerted me to AliExpress which I had heard about but forgot to go to and bookmark as I was at work at a call center where there's a policy against cell phone use to protect customers. You've given me some options I once thought out of budget and ability.

  • @adamritchey5346
    @adamritchey5346 4 роки тому

    This is my first video of yours that I have ever seen, and I am definitely subscribing. This is great stuff, Thank you for all your hard work

  • @travisminneapolis
    @travisminneapolis 4 роки тому +14

    Look forward to seeing you actually build it!

  • @mdemers767
    @mdemers767 4 роки тому +10

    Looking forward to seeing the build on these parts, and maybe a short performance review.

    • @neon3d602
      @neon3d602 2 роки тому

      hahahah i just saw it lmao he hated it
      the motor woulnt line up

  • @davetorres4970
    @davetorres4970 3 роки тому

    Thank you for taking the time to make these videos. This is what the Internet was intended for and its inspirational!! ✌🏽

  • @markpelle894
    @markpelle894 2 роки тому +1

    Comprehensive and clear. Your depth of experience and knowledge come through every time. Great work, thanks again ;)

  • @wachoppy4u
    @wachoppy4u 4 роки тому +290

    When is the update coming out?!?!?!? We want to see the bike and it’s performance!

    • @yourstrulybryan8134
      @yourstrulybryan8134 4 роки тому +8

      Same. When?

    • @ianignacio2941
      @ianignacio2941 4 роки тому +2

      Same here

    • @ActivityPhoto
      @ActivityPhoto 4 роки тому +11

      Guess there are some people not aware of what has been going on around the world since the end of January. There is a pandemic and its source is China. Most if not all of the parts have been sourced from China, why do you think there is no follow-up video. Come people, THINK!

    • @juncusbufonius
      @juncusbufonius 4 роки тому +34

      @@ActivityPhoto Fair point however my products from China are still coming and mostly quicker.. Quicker than Amazon.

    • @Mickycho1964
      @Mickycho1964 4 роки тому

      Yes! promises... promises...

  • @bradleymorgan8223
    @bradleymorgan8223 3 роки тому +17

    for real though, if those hoverboard packs have 20 cells in them, that's about $1.61 per cell. pretty smoking deal...

  • @OmniAtlantic
    @OmniAtlantic 4 роки тому +1

    I can't wait to see what your end result is going to be for your e-bike. I'm glad somebody took the time to find a cheaper solution for the e-bike that I can use.

  • @mitchellbarnow1709
    @mitchellbarnow1709 4 роки тому +2

    You’ve never made a bad video, Micah! Thank you so much 😊

  • @yashyp24
    @yashyp24 4 роки тому +3

    Loved your DIY lithium ion batteries book and i really wanna read the DIY solar book.
    Good job, friend

    • @ToT0MoD
      @ToT0MoD 2 роки тому

      you're sounding like a aliexpress shopkeeper, they also say friend everytime they have a new customer.

  • @hassannawaz
    @hassannawaz 4 роки тому +236

    Finally a project that i can invest in :D

    • @MacCryoBaby
      @MacCryoBaby 4 роки тому +2

      And Hassan, we want to see your investment grade bike! 🚲 👍

    • @marywong2159
      @marywong2159 4 роки тому

      Now only $350 per unit, free shipping within USA Mainland.
      Original Kiwano KO1 PLUS Unicycle Scooter
      Store Link:
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    • @steebbo9460
      @steebbo9460 3 роки тому +1

      Save yourself hassle buy a 36v 500w rear hub kit £150 off amazon and 2 hoverboard batteries £100 and enjoy

    • @d0wnl0ad
      @d0wnl0ad 2 роки тому

      He released an update video and it doesn't work

    • @fleadoggreen9062
      @fleadoggreen9062 2 роки тому

      @@d0wnl0ad really ?

  • @WalterClaus
    @WalterClaus 4 роки тому

    Always appreciate the great info, I'm getting ready for my first project cause of you!

  • @gurglejug627
    @gurglejug627 4 роки тому

    I've been looking at making a motorcycle battery (for starting and lights, not for powering it) - nice to watch videos of someone talking from experience, giving sources of items that work, rather than from theory and speculation. Thanks

  • @xpndblhero5170
    @xpndblhero5170 4 роки тому +34

    You could see the grin on his face as he accepts the fact that he's actually "splurging" on a $1.21... 😂🤣

  • @lemix69
    @lemix69 4 роки тому +3

    Pretty neat, I did mine on the cheap, but not this cheap, my motor kit was $171.00 and my battery with charger & mount was $242.00, but my motor is 1000W and Battery is 48V 14AH for 1000W and I get a nice LED display.

  • @DanielSOlmstead
    @DanielSOlmstead 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for this! It's cool to see how far you can take a small budget.

  • @edwardsealy5213
    @edwardsealy5213 4 роки тому

    I have been thinking about building my own ebike. I am thinking that building an ebike that is simple and less expensive as my first one. I found your UA-cam video very informative and I think it sounds like a great way to start.
    I'm retired from the military and I was in aircraft maintenance.
    So thank you for making these videos that are easy to understand and appreciate you providing the source of obtaining the needed parts and supplies. I will be following up with your videos to learn.
    Thanks again for all the helpful information 👍😊👌.

  • @StewsChannel
    @StewsChannel 4 роки тому +5

    I might try this! I want an ebike, but I don't want to spend $2k CDN on one yet. Thanks for the info!

  • @andrewsml18
    @andrewsml18 4 роки тому +14

    looking foreward to the video with a sincere thank you."Michael"

  • @Leonardokite
    @Leonardokite 4 роки тому

    I converted to recumbents and now, recumbent trikes. Just from this video and a look at your video titles I can see you are a wealth of info in an area I am interested in.
    I ALMOST sold a old Specialized Mnt Bike. Now I'm going to use it to have some hobby fun and do an intro to DIY EVO project with your info! Since it's winter I'll wait to see your build. Thanks....subscribed!

  • @ritchiewall79
    @ritchiewall79 4 роки тому +1

    Neat concept. Looking forward to seeing you build this!

  • @scrappersvids6953
    @scrappersvids6953 4 роки тому +4

    I am so glad someone finally did this, tysm

  • @RPRosen-ki2fk
    @RPRosen-ki2fk 4 роки тому +6

    Thanks, this is the price point that I would consider trying an e-bike. I look forward to seeing how the build comes out.

  • @BrianShensky
    @BrianShensky 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for covering this! I built an ebike on the cheap by using a rear hub motor kit, but used 4 SLA alarm batteries. I wish I had known about the hoverboard LiIon options - the SLA pack weighs 34 lbs!!!

    • @edwardfletcher7790
      @edwardfletcher7790 Рік тому +1

      SLA's were a good option in the 1990's.

    • @BrianShensky
      @BrianShensky Рік тому

      @@edwardfletcher7790 I upgraded to LiIon the following year, once I knew I was keeping the kit rather than buying a new ebike.

  • @MarkSmithson
    @MarkSmithson 4 роки тому

    Excellent video can't wait for the build. I'm looking to make a off road long board but it's going to have to be a steep learning curve. Your battery book is amazing so hopefully I'll be chosen to receive one of the others

  • @projectc7141
    @projectc7141 4 роки тому +46

    Might consider this, I live in Da Nang, Vietnam, beautiful city to ride bikes.

    • @fwefhwe4232
      @fwefhwe4232 4 роки тому

      sure, go ahead.
      These my1016z2 250W 24V kits are available in India for about Rs 7000 (100 USD), I am using one for past 6 months, works perfectly.

    • @vickyxu887
      @vickyxu887 4 роки тому +2

      We have cheap 250w/350w conversion kit, free the contact if you want to know more: sales03@ncyclebike or Whatsapp: +86 13328189703. Ncyclebike in China: www.ncyclebike.en.alibaba.com

    • @reggiecorey4573
      @reggiecorey4573 4 роки тому

      I hope you dont have any hills

  • @donsmith2041
    @donsmith2041 4 роки тому +7

    I’m looking forward to seeing you put these parts together. A great concept.

  • @JOSEPHBURBOSR
    @JOSEPHBURBOSR 4 роки тому

    Thank you, I'm just beginning my journey in to the e bike world and happy to have found your channel. 👍🏽

  • @jamesfralick8361
    @jamesfralick8361 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much for your knowledge on the batteries and the e-bike build I had no idea it could be done so cheaply I feel you have awakened me to A Whole New World it's just amazing what a person can do with just a little bit of knowledge and a whole lot of ingenuity

  • @ralphfirley3882
    @ralphfirley3882 4 роки тому +5

    Did you build it?
    Anxiously waiting for the results!

  • @dragantsche
    @dragantsche 4 роки тому +8

    Hey, man, I stumbled upon your channel recently and i like it! I am doing an e-bike project myself, and i ordered almost the same old-school kit like you chose in this video (only with a bit more motor power - 450W). I think it would be very useful info if you’d put the max speed with that motor, and more importantly, the range with that battery when making the next video... Thanks! Cheers :)

  • @keithsnider8995
    @keithsnider8995 4 роки тому

    Thanks for the directions, really makes me want to build one. Already have an old bike, so now it's just getting the parts.

  • @ElisioTelmoOliveira
    @ElisioTelmoOliveira 4 роки тому +1

    This is one cheap ebike conversion that I might really try to make. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and this kind of projects. Keep them coming!

    • @ernieleithes6545
      @ernieleithes6545 4 роки тому

      I have fitted this conversion it took a while to get it sorted changed rear wheel to a disc brake and mounted a good quality rear sprocket onto the disc mounting messed around with a few gear ratios now I am happy after my last upgrade to a 450w motor the whole kit including lithium battery 15000 man cost less than 200 UK pounds

  • @victordesanderobledo4522
    @victordesanderobledo4522 4 роки тому +6

    In 2018 I made my first e-bike. Nothing fancy, just under 200 euro, bicycle included. The hub motor wasn't mounted on the rim, so I had to use spare parts from an old bike I had. Tip: spokes from a 20' wheel work in a 26' rim and 250w geared hub motor. I bought the 18650 cells new from aliexpress, as the bms and the charger. From 70 euro I got a nice custom-shaped 36v 10ah pack.
    Also I had a bag laying around, so no money here. The bike itself was a 1990 high-end mountain bike. A little bit worn out, so it cost me only 30 euro.
    Keep in mind that I'm a student, and I still need a cheap transport. I ride it daily, and works like a charm. I'd say it was a good investment.

    • @MinecraftManSteav
      @MinecraftManSteav 4 роки тому +1

      What's speed and range like?

    • @victordesanderobledo4522
      @victordesanderobledo4522 4 роки тому

      @@MinecraftManSteav Speed:
      On road, only motor, I get 25kmh (about 15mph). Add 25% when pedalling. Off road, even pedalling, can not go over 25k. I have to say that I live in a place where there are few strips of flat land. Maybe you could get better results.
      I usually get 50km(30m) in one charge. But as before, add 25% when pedalling and substract 25% going off road.

  • @daibang6699
    @daibang6699 4 роки тому +4

    Looking forward to seeing this build! Thank you for your contributions! 🤓🙏

  • @sidsnot7850
    @sidsnot7850 4 роки тому

    Just read your book this week on diy lithium batteries. Could not put it down until I finished it. ...amazing.

  • @allenjohnson5536
    @allenjohnson5536 4 роки тому +1

    Looking forward to the next video on this topic. Great start so far.

  • @gamestreamandroid32
    @gamestreamandroid32 4 роки тому +17

    When are u publishing how to mount it its been 1 month I m waiting. I m sorry i m looking to buy it just need your approval sir.

    • @DFX2KX
      @DFX2KX 4 роки тому +2

      basically, the motor bolts onto the back of the frame. the black triangular section is the mount, that attaches to the frame itself, then you attach the motor to that.
      this is a slightly different kit, but it installs in a very similar way: ua-cam.com/video/C5ZD4mQwyz8/v-deo.html

    • @SeanChrist
      @SeanChrist 4 роки тому

      I'm thinking because this is below his usual type of build.

  • @deathwingelitegantz5264
    @deathwingelitegantz5264 4 роки тому +6

    You're looking a lot better Micah.

    • @EbikeSchool
      @EbikeSchool  4 роки тому +4

      amazing what a blurry background does ;-)

  • @myevhobby7864
    @myevhobby7864 4 роки тому

    We all have to start somewhere and I'm sure this video is a great start for many. Will be interesting to see the next video on the topic!

  • @super_slo
    @super_slo 4 роки тому +1

    Omg, I just discovered the diy ebike option and I've been burning my sleep cycles researching this stuff! WHEN IS THE FOLLOW UP!? Seriously though, this is really cool, can't wait for the next installment.

  • @JSadeiu
    @JSadeiu 4 роки тому +9

    It would be cool to have a ebike build - junk yard edition, where you repurpose things like an electric chainsaw and some laptops to make a fraken-ebike!

  • @gaberansom7666
    @gaberansom7666 4 роки тому +6

    Legend says he never got the parts.

    • @livingEcaveman
      @livingEcaveman 4 роки тому

      And they still float through the nether to this day!

    • @djosearth3618
      @djosearth3618 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/7cp1NZ6ZfOw/v-deo.html

  • @CarlosLopez-tl9cd
    @CarlosLopez-tl9cd 2 роки тому

    Great video for us guys that like to work on a budget! Looking forward to the next video the assembly of the parts. Keep up the good work and thanks foe all the info .

  • @MarkLoves2Fly
    @MarkLoves2Fly 4 роки тому

    This is pretty cool! I'm building my own bike now, and I enjoy videos that show the process. I'm looking forward to building the battery, I expect I can get excellent capacity. I plan to go with new, balanced cells, to improve the longevity of my kit. Cheers!

  • @ramyrami8298
    @ramyrami8298 4 роки тому +6

    thank you
    micah
    could you please recommend for me E-Bike i work in distribution newspaper so i need not so fast bike i need cheap one could you help me for that pls
    thank you again

  • @sdb1147
    @sdb1147 4 роки тому +3

    Excellent video presentations Sir. Now, I’m 73 and living on a fixed income, but I’d really like to give this DIY ebike building a chance. Live close to a Play Again Sports, but they want an arm and a leg for a beat up old bicycle. Will check Craigslist. Keep up the great work, although you appear to be having so much fun.

  • @TripleThreat58
    @TripleThreat58 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks alot for the videos, very informative, and they save us newbies from the costly mistakes of trial and error. AND what about an inexpensive idual hub set up on a single speed old bmx bike, seems there may be room for a long narrow battery pack above the top tube AND below the down tube. There are lots of old cheap solid bmx frames out there waiting for a new life.

  • @readysetnogo
    @readysetnogo 4 роки тому +1

    I've worked as a mountain bike mechanic and at various bike shops in the Utah/Colorado area for many years now. That being said, these ebike conversion kits destroy bikes very quickly. People bring them in all the time to get repairs done and the damage is always very extensive and expensive. My recommendation if you do install these kits is do not cheap out on the bike you install them on. The higher quality the bike is, the more abuse the frame and components can take without causing permanent damage to them. And less damage means a more reliable, longer lasting build. With bikes, you definitely get what you pay for.

    • @SAVAGEoLIFE
      @SAVAGEoLIFE 4 роки тому

      On level ground you should be alright right?

  • @OKFrax-ys2op
    @OKFrax-ys2op 4 роки тому +15

    Take out a loan for a “Real McCoy”

  • @mikemmcmeans
    @mikemmcmeans 4 роки тому +7

    cant afford connectors?
    just solder everything

    • @bumstudios8817
      @bumstudios8817 4 роки тому

      Yeah because a proper solder gun, resin, solder is way cheaper than a couple connectors lol

    • @bumstudios8817
      @bumstudios8817 4 роки тому

      How about just electric tape it and pray;)

  • @donsmith9797
    @donsmith9797 4 роки тому +1

    Great video, I've been messing with the idea of building an E bike and just didn't want to put a bunch of cash into something I may not like. Thanks for the knowledge, I might just go ahead and dive in.

  • @nc1132
    @nc1132 3 роки тому

    Thankyou man, you're a true inspiration! Starting an ebike project myself in Zimbabwe, would love to engage with you one time.

  • @dearThax
    @dearThax 4 роки тому +3

    this really satisfies my cheap-ass nature. Looking forward to seeing the build.

  • @Shogoci
    @Shogoci 4 роки тому +9

    Important question: Is this Motor waterproof?

    • @peterdavidaddison4378
      @peterdavidaddison4378 4 роки тому

      ... Yes... a very most vitally important quest-ion !!! ...

    • @jasonlisonbee
      @jasonlisonbee 4 роки тому +2

      You might make it waterproof with carefully selected lubricant and water repellant.

    • @vickyxu887
      @vickyxu887 4 роки тому

      It can be waterproof, this is Vicky from Ncyclebike in China, if want to know more, please feel free to contact : sales03@ncyclebike.com

    • @reggiecorey4573
      @reggiecorey4573 4 роки тому

      NO! of course not. Dummy

  • @gentlecold1
    @gentlecold1 4 роки тому

    First thank you so much for the videos you posted they have helped a lot :) but If I may suggest another Direction you could consider! I own one of these kits (you may need to flatten the mount to fit on a non curved frame) and I'm in the process of trying to mount it on to my bicycle cargo trailer I'll list the advantages in the second I'm currently trying to order one of those $12 Axel's with the threads on both sides so that disc brake on left side of axle, the motor mounted to trailer frame in front of the 20-inch tire with a chain running back to about a 22 tooth COG so here's 1 the empty trailer can Coast without holding your main ebike back saving power until your trailer is loaded 2 having more than one driving wheel makes it easier to get up to speed and climbing Hills with a load 3 why brakes are useful... you're coming down the hill on your e-bike with a loaded trailer to a stop light you have great new brakes on your e-bike but with enough speed or Mass the trailer will push you! 4 I was climbing a hill and I had to stop so I held my brake levers down and hopped off my bike to check the load on my trailer but when my weight came off my e-bike Tire started to slide against the ground without any weight on them so I throttled my 36 volt 800 watt motor and it spun out so again I ended up turning around going back down the 14 grade hill and choosing a different route! I apologize for not following any chat room etiquette this is my first post with this service! Once again thanks :)

  • @miket983
    @miket983 4 роки тому

    This is very helpful. I'm a future DIY builder as a hobbyist and this is a good start to experiment with. Thanks!

  • @ABC2007YT
    @ABC2007YT 3 роки тому +4

    One roll of red wire and painting it black. That's me as well 😂

  • @m.ramirez9164
    @m.ramirez9164 3 роки тому +4

    A lot of yada’s and blah blah’s ! But where is the bike?

  • @Timber81
    @Timber81 4 роки тому

    Thanks Man! I'm new to this ebike thing. Your vid really helped me understand alot. Thank you!

  • @steveplowman4005
    @steveplowman4005 4 роки тому +1

    Great way to get started, looking forward to the video!!

  • @mwatershoes
    @mwatershoes 4 роки тому +3

    I want to put lipstick on him....

  • @michaelsprinzeles4022
    @michaelsprinzeles4022 4 роки тому +1

    Love your videos generally but this budget build really appeals to me living in a big city. I have 2 DIY e-bikes already but don't feel comfortable locking them up. 1 of the bikes I got for $109 delivered but has a nice BBS02 and battery. Doing this budget build with that bike frees up the BBS02 for a better bike in the future and gives me a city e-bike that comes in at around $300 complete. I already have the Ibera bag on that bike for the battery on there now. This may just be my next project:)

  • @bigalsk8r
    @bigalsk8r 4 роки тому

    Very cool! Looking forward to seeing how it all works out. Thanks!

  • @Nathan-wf3fr
    @Nathan-wf3fr 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks Micah, looking forward to the build. Did you consider using a power tool battery? I have a 40V Harbor Freight chainsaw and it’s a brushless motor. I think it has some impressive guts for a Frankenstein-build.

  • @user-bn6yb6de7q
    @user-bn6yb6de7q 3 місяці тому

    This was very nice of you to make this video. So many have lost jobs and cannot afford more. Bikes will see a comeback, and will be thankful for this!🙂

  • @geekfreak618
    @geekfreak618 2 роки тому

    These are great projects to do with your kids. We were always trying to figure out how to motorize a bicycle in my neighborhood. Don't cheap out on your battery cells!

  • @wileyjames8907
    @wileyjames8907 3 роки тому

    By far the best DIY video I have ever seen. Thank you and God bless you and yours.

  • @ambassadorforchrist9504
    @ambassadorforchrist9504 4 роки тому

    Years ago when I built a weed whacker bike, the add for sale drew parents who were wanting to buy for their children. E bikes are a big hit with me today and your video is decent and helpful. Thank you.

  • @jamesstumpf4579
    @jamesstumpf4579 4 роки тому

    Thank you so much for the informative video I’m always looking to modify something for a relatively inexpensive price this video helps me to look at resources And I’ll be it will be coming here in the future to get some additional information as I’m a little bit new to the E bike scene

  • @drewwyatt1274
    @drewwyatt1274 4 роки тому

    I'm looking forwards to seeing this built. I will be considering converting my bike

  • @damiancaesar1686
    @damiancaesar1686 4 роки тому

    Good info, well presented. Looking forward to part 2 👍

  • @Lee-007xxx
    @Lee-007xxx 4 роки тому

    Love the low budget idea, looking forward to your follow up video.

  • @michelewhitewolf3712
    @michelewhitewolf3712 4 роки тому

    I have had the habit of doing things with mid to trailing edge Tec. Works fine lasts long time.
    Proven stuff is what makes the world go around so this is high on my list to do.

  • @rossconverse7038
    @rossconverse7038 4 роки тому +1

    Excellent video, looking forward to the build video. Thanks, Ross

  • @dewayneavery5097
    @dewayneavery5097 4 роки тому +1

    Looking forward to the build Vedic. I’m 82 &have a foster bike for riding around on the flat streets at Seaside Or.

  • @jeffholmes9483
    @jeffholmes9483 4 роки тому

    I have built an Ebike using the L-faster kit. It is really pretty simple but you do want to make sure you get the correct bike for this kit. I had to modify the motor bracket to fit the bike i wanted to use but wasn't that big of a problem if you can weld. I don't know about other kits but the left hand freewheel sprocket from L-faster will fall apart if you install it as packaged. They use a freewheel sprocket the is intended to be used on a right hand drive motor but just flip it around. The problem is that it has left handed treads so when the sprocket freewheels it will actually unscrew the retaining ring for the freewheel bearing. This is simple to fix with epoxy. I used some to connect the retaining ring to the motor adapter and it has worked very well. I have well over 300 miles on this bike with no issues. I have never had another Ebike so i can't do a comparison but i love the on i have.

  • @tomcat124us
    @tomcat124us 4 роки тому

    Damn Mikah didn't realize you had your own channel after lurking on Eletrek & Eletrek's UA-cam Channel. Keep up the good work man

  • @sylviasanchez7500
    @sylviasanchez7500 4 роки тому +1

    Who would have thought that this video would be very timely consider that the US is going into a depression. I love a smart guy that can come up with an effective plan and do things for himself then pat himself on the back and share his ideas with the world. In my book this is a fantastic guy. If he can make his own fire even better.

  • @petert5680
    @petert5680 4 роки тому

    Look forward to seeing the build. Would also love to hear any practical information on how to charge a battery whilst riding a bike touring a country without the luxury of constant sunshine.

  • @Kevin-tp1se
    @Kevin-tp1se 4 роки тому

    Can’t wait to see the build! You forgot to mention the bike you’re going to use... don’t go putting a chain motor on a nice frame!! Walmart special... that’s what I did. My rear hubmotor kit was only like $120... pretty affordable option too!