Fri, 01 May 2026 23:12:28 +0100 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/ Lussumo Vanilla 1.0.3 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206335#Comment_206335 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206335#Comment_206335 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 07:39:05 +0100 RobinB thanks
RobinB]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206339#Comment_206339 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206339#Comment_206339 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 08:54:23 +0100 owlman http://electricmountainbikes.blogspot.co.uk/2008/04/heinzmann-electric-bikes.html

I bought a standard Dawes hybrid bike and then had a front wheel motor conversion, I kept the old one for future return to non-electric, fitted the battery pack and away you go, it was dead easy.]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206346#Comment_206346 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206346#Comment_206346 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 10:30:24 +0100 SteamyTea https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206353#Comment_206353 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=206353#Comment_206353 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 11:57:38 +0100 owlman Posted By: SteamyTea............. than my car is worth!!

Your car must be like my old Transit was. 2Litre petrol engine, drove it for 6 years, bodywork was rotten and I still managed to get over £1100 for it; scrappy said he'd give me £100. The London lads were queuing up to buy and rebuild because of it being petrol and the LEZ.]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268396#Comment_268396 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268396#Comment_268396 Wed, 16 May 2018 19:33:46 +0100 Victorianeco
Or best wheel conversion kit?]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268461#Comment_268461 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268461#Comment_268461 Fri, 18 May 2018 09:16:38 +0100 Simon Still
Central motors ride better than hubs, the power and reliability of disc brakes suit the extra weight of an ebike. Good quality integrated lights are reliable and don't get knocked or wires caught. All add cost though.

This is my current favourite - Tern GSD. Same length as a standard bike but can carry two adults or adult plus TWO children in child seats (and still have luggage on a huge front 'pizza' rack') or masses of luggage. Watch the video - it's a great piece of design. One size fits all, Folds for storage, even stands on it's end. Yes, it's over £4000 with all the options but it could genuinely replace a car and it's built with quality parts and should hold it's value.
https://www.ternbicycles.com/bikes/471/gsd

Moustache Lundi looks well made, integrated lights, solid mudgaurds and a hub gear (which make a lot of sense on a utility bike). http://ebiketips.road.cc/content/reviews/electric-city-bikes/moustache-lundi-26-alfine-274]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268475#Comment_268475 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268475#Comment_268475 Fri, 18 May 2018 12:22:15 +0100 richardelliot
I read that the key thing to look out for was the electrical components with Bosch and Yamaha being the best.

I'm currently idly looking at a Cube bike which has all Bosch components. Cube and Raleigh seem to be the best value bikes with all Bosch / Yamaha components?]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268477#Comment_268477 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268477#Comment_268477 Fri, 18 May 2018 14:13:39 +0100 Simon Still
Yes, motor and battery adds a chunk of weight and step through utility bikes are already heavy. Shouldn't be hard to start off - i know it's obvious but did you remember to change gears? I've forgotten a few times when i've ridden e-bikes. On a conventional bike it's immediately apparent but on an ebike you can get away with it but it's tough until the motor kicks. Much less strain on you and the bike if you drop it into a nice low gear for setting off.

https://www.raleigh.co.uk/captus-low-step-hub-gear-black-20154 looks a very good spec for the money. Cube bikes are usually very good value for money and good quality but i don't know their e-bike range]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268478#Comment_268478 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268478#Comment_268478 Fri, 18 May 2018 14:30:28 +0100 richardelliot Posted By: Simon Stilli know it's obvious but did you remember to change gears?

I have to admit I paid no attention to the gears when I set off. Someone kindly lent me their bike so I just jumped onto it and went. Next time I try one I'll pay more attention to the gears.]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268488#Comment_268488 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268488#Comment_268488 Sat, 19 May 2018 10:22:10 +0100 Victorianeco
I quite fancy turning my 20yr old Raleigh Max into electric....]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268519#Comment_268519 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268519#Comment_268519 Sun, 20 May 2018 21:59:22 +0100 Simon Still
Front wheel hub drive seems the simplest/cheapest but worst way to power a bike - least rider on that wheel so potentially less grip (though i suppose the motor hub adds a load of weight). Certainly its not the route chosen by any of the quality complete bikes.]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268521#Comment_268521 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=268521#Comment_268521 Sun, 20 May 2018 22:22:27 +0100 MikC Posted By: VictorianecoSimon what about kits?

I quite fancy turning my 20yr old Raleigh Max into electric....
You want to head over to the pedelcs forum I think. A ton of info over there on kits.

http://www.pedelecs.co.uk]]> https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=293918#Comment_293918 https://www.greenbuildingforum.co.uk/newforum/comments.php?DiscussionID=8306&Focus=293918#Comment_293918 Tue, 28 Dec 2021 16:33:47 +0000 wellburn Its a crank based motor that is completely non invasive and reversable.
A cebntral crank motor is the most efficient location, with better weight distribution.

Front wheel hub is cheapest, but inefficient trying to 2pull2 the bike
Rear wheel is slightly better ... but odd weight loading.

My Bafang plus 36v 18aH battery kit (250w legal) cost me about £700 and took half a day to fit

I suggest your donor bike needs good brakes (disc) as there is extra weight, and you may be going faster !

I used an Orange P7 and love it]]>