electric bike

myright

Thinking of buying a Electric Bike Kit. ( which is under £200). So I can convert my existing bike to an electric one.

For those who have converted their existing one or have a premade one. Is it costly to run? how long does the battery last and how much distance can you get out a full battery approx?

The ones I have had a look at are:

1st kit was: * Power: 500W ....... *Voltage: 36V .............. ... * Max speed:25km/h

2nd bike kit was: * Power: 800W ....... *Voltage: 36V .............. ... * Max speed:30km/h

Hope someone can work out how much on avergae electric it would use?

They use lithium battery

p.s I am not using it for fitness. I need it for commuting from the train station

Johno100

You might want to have a look at what the law says about electric bikes that can be used on the road before splashing out.

https://www.gov.uk/electric-bike-rules

motch

yes the UK law regarding electric bikes is a bit pants really. A 20/22 mph limit would be much better. Bearing in mind most cylists can ride at 20-30mph with a tail wind. A bigger motor say 500 watts would be better too.

SailorSam

You're probably better going somewhere like the Pedelecs forum and asking the same question there. You'll find more people who are experts.

http://www.pedelecs.co.uk/

Andry_2

Electric Bike are those which are operated by the electric motor.There are different types of electric bikes in the market.They are of moped styles or pedel power .E Bikes have rechargeable batteries .

Thanks

Andry

WiggyDiggyPoo

myright wrote: »

Thinking of buying a Electric Bike Kit. ( which is under £200). So I can convert my existing bike to an electric one.

For those who have converted their existing one or have a premade one. Is it costly to run? how long does the battery last and how much distance can you get out a full battery approx?

The ones I have had a look at are:

1st kit was: * Power: 500W ....... *Voltage: 36V .............. ... * Max speed:25km/h

2nd bike kit was: * Power: 800W ....... *Voltage: 36V .............. ... * Max speed:30km/h

Hope someone can work out how much on avergae electric it would use?

They use lithium battery

p.s I am not using it for fitness. I need it for commuting from the train station

SailorSam wrote: »

You're probably better going somewhere like the Pedelecs forum and asking the same question there. You'll find more people who are experts.

http://www.pedelecs.co.uk/

Definitely Pedelecs.

Lots of choices out there for kits and leccy bikes, they can be a massive benefit to those who would otherwise perhaps not cycle at all.

Also, an alternative use some MTB'ers are now adopting electric assist full suspension bikes - as they are only interested in the downhill the electric bikes helps them get back there as quick as possible.

consumers_revenge

Have a look here too.

http://www.electricbikes.org.uk/

Most places let you have a go to try out and I def wanted to swap for my normal bike.

Kernel_Sanders

Andry wrote: »

Electric Bike are those which are operated by the electric motor.There are different types of electric bikes in the market.They are of moped styles or pedel power .E Bikes have rechargeable batteries .
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Thanks:'

Andry

No, thank you, for that invaluable
information.

WiggyDiggyPoo

Kernel_Sanders wrote: »

No, thank you, for that invaluable
information.

Stop been sarky, Andry has a good point.

Andry wrote: »

Electric Bike are those which are operated by the electric motor.There are different types of electric bikes in the market.They are of moped styles or pedel power .E Bikes have rechargeable batteries .

Thanks

Andry

There are Electric Bicycles which will be a pedal bicycle either specially made or a conversion. They will most commonly be electric assist that is you still pedal, but can opt for various levels of help from the motor. Some will operate on their but this will limit their range compared to assist. You won't need any license or registration for these as they are speed limited and most/all cycle laws will still apply. (This is what the OP wants)

Then there are Electric Mopeds and these won't have pedals, and will look like a normal petrol engined Moped. The big difference will be it is electric not petrol and all the normal laws will apply such as registration, MOT, licence. It will need a tax disc, but that will be free as its zero emissions.

[Deleted User]

Dont get one , they defeat the object. They are horrendous to pedal if the battery dies. the idea of cycling is to keep healthy. sat on a lecky bike is the most boring form of transport known to man. The batteries are very expensive and need replacing quicker than expected. I would only recommend an electric bike to the disabled

WiggyDiggyPoo

sacsquacco wrote: »

Dont get one , they defeat the object. They are horrendous to pedal if the battery dies. the idea of cycling is to keep healthy. sat on a lecky bike is the most boring form of transport known to man. The batteries are very expensive and need replacing quicker than expected. I would only recommend an electric bike to the disabled

What an idiotic boob you are, electric bikes are for more people than just the disabled and a reasonable alternative to the car/bus/train/taxi for many.