EBike Conversion Kit from Ebay - Build your own Electric Bike 48V 1000W
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- čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
- Watch my step by step video on how to build an electric bike using a conversion kit I bought on Ebay for $450.
Feel free to ask me any questions or leave a comment and tell me how your e-bike build went.
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Links to the items I bought on ebay here (but I cannot confirm they will remain active or at the same prices I bought them at. They are from independent sellers, not from me.)
I've only added these links to assist, if any stop working please let me know and I'll delete them.
Violamart 48V E-Bike kit www.ebay.com.au/itm/112310971157
48V 10AH Battery www.ebay.com.au/itm/184612091872
Brake cut off sensor switch www.ebay.com.au/itm/133621341234
Rear Torque arm www.ebay.com.au/itm/144002501225
Controller case www.ebay.com.au/itm/164800802227 - Jak na to + styl
This man has built the exact bike im trying to build now: all black with tanwalls, and only want throttle use. My mind cant comprehend this; i just started researching ebike builds and this popped up.
I have a kit coming and this is the best tutorial yet. Great job mate. Cheers.
The BEST tutorial I've seen on making an E-bike 👍
Very smart placement of the cut off sensor
Made a couple of ebike kits, this is one of best, and most helpful. I've learnt a few things cheers 👍
Mate that was the most educated e bike Bild video I have seen ..THANK YOU SO MUCH ,It has Wright helped me with when my kit arrives..china to uk 4 to 5 week's
thos is the very first installation video that is fully detail on how to install a diy ebike kit, completeto the wires.. keep up the good videos.
Hi I have attempted this today with no knowledge of bikes/ebikes and have given up already, this is the best video I have found so Mabey I'll give it another shot 🤦♂️🤣
So 5 months on, did you get it to work?
Did you get it?
Hahahah
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Did you get it?
Nice job, no fuss and straight forward. Thanks
Nice job! You can use a pvc pipe to hide the excess wires coming out of the controller.
Just cut it in half and "clamp" it on the frame with the wires inside it. That's how i had it on mine.
Pro tip. Thanks I might try that.
Did the same with my last build. The piece of 22mm poly pipe sat perfectly in a recess on top of my battery. I covered it with some carbon fibre effect wrap, so that it doesn't resemble a length of pipe.
Great job Dude looks great and thanks for all the tips! Very informative video!
Thinking about doing this conversation.... Found this video really helpful. Great tips and great build 👍
Bro! the brake magnet location is GENIUS
I agree. Very clever mod
Nice job, very clean!
cutting the full length throttle is a brilliant idea! Using full length is dangerous.
Just placing my hand on the handle with a slight grip triggers the power, I had the bike rushing out a couple of times before changed to a thump throttle.
Brilliant tutorial! Very clever wire management and kit modification. I'll be saving this video for future reference.
Great video. Nice looking bike!
Very helpful video! Im getting ready to build my first ebike.
Nice and easy,not like some vids. Very good dude.
thank you so much for this. by following your instructions i set mine up easily.
Thanks for showing me the chain tensioner. . I didn't know they made 'em. I use my 21 speed bike in a single lowest gear and with that belt tensioner I can eliminate the derailer
Enjoying my first ebike
Great job 👍 The best video of this kind. I was wondering if I use a dynamo on the front wheel (using it at downhills) and a panel(on sunny days) somewhere back would keep the battery charged for a long distance.
Amazing video great job
This is probably the route I will go on getting an e bike. I'm 6' - 5" and have an existing Trek mountain bike with XXL frame. Hard to find that size in factory e bikes unless you are willing to pay a premium price for a Trek. Specialized, etc.
Very clean 👍
Very clean. Nice.
That brake switch is sweet.
Nice work work 💪 ✅
+👍
💪 Keep more video's coming 📹
Fab video, I went the other way and made all the wires longer, that way i could make a small hole in the bikes frame and had ALL the wires run inside the frame. Took some messing with a small nut on the end of the wire and a magnet to move it along the poles from the outside but all the wires have vanished, hidden inside away from sight and the rain.
I was going to do this exact same thing for my first build last year. 👌🏽
Nice break levers 🤣 real old school monsters, av a gud'n mate 👍
Good looking bike mate
Thank u so much. I love my light weight v break bike. I will definitely do exact same thing what u did slowly. Those grips and extra wire gotta go.
Excellent video.
Does it have regenerative braking?
Really awesome video! I would love to try this as a fun project ..... With the 10ah battery ... How many km distance do you get out of it? I'm wondering if I should get a larger size Ah hour battery to possibly be able to ride around a 50km range on a single charge
There is a difference when using an aluminum frame bike and a steel frame bike. The aluminum frame will have wider material where the rear axle is installed at the hub drive than the metal frame. You could find your rear hub motor axle does not have enough threads left when you install torque arm after tightening down the axle nut on either side. The metal frame has thinner material in that area so if you install torque arm or drop out you have more material to work with on the axle shaft.
There’s one thing knowing about electricity not a good idea to ride your e -bike in rainy weather .
Oke so get a metalframe. Thx bro
@@stevearkie5722 well if i use it as a commuter bike it must take me to work even in heavy rain. There is no mercy xd
nice vid man
Great job
looks great
nice bike...just one question how many Km does the battery last with throttle? and assist?
I made a torq arm out of a single piece of steel. It was a pain to cut the hole for the axel but I think it is more solid than those two piece ones. Anyway They are probably both good enough. I am just a cheapskate that makes things if I have the stuff laying around anyway.
Built myself a Dillenger StreetLegal kit in 2016. Just wrapped the cables when necessary. (Great Video)
What app did you use ?.......I'm off to look for it 🙂 Found an app....although the StreetLegal display has all the info, always nice to play a bit........
Hey could you please telll me/go more into detail about how you connected the battery connector to the controller? what are those connectors called?
You certainly can and should use the gears on your bike, you'll get the most out of the motor, and it'll run more efficiently, gears help it along.. As in you'll make it uphill faster.. It's not always about "just give more throttle" .. You won't necessarily go any faster or farther giving it more throttle could easily burn the motor too..
Brilliant! Love the tan side-wall look. And the cut-off switch idea is great.
Question: Do you find the V-brakes adequate or would you recommend/prefer disc brakes?
Thanks. Yes I find these V brakes are fine, but I know a lot of people prefer disc brakes with their e-bikes.
Built mine from a near identical kit. Just some things to consider.
Weight of Bike.
Weight of rider with the above in mind.
My spokes had come lose causing 2 spoke nuts to disconnect (self-unscrew) and they now rattle inside tire. other spokes become lose causing the tire to be very very wobbly, i have resolve this sort of but the tire is now longer 100% straight.
A 250 watt motor done this exact same thing to my spokes over the course of a year and a half. Cracked the frame at the holes in three points. The rims typically just arent built for that power. Letalone 1000watts. Go to the shop and get the wheel straightened. And buy a spare rim to reattach your motor to. just incase your current ones crack over time causing your current rim to fail completely.
The only advice I'd say is have the controller inside the frame to avoid damage from rocks and pebbles and also hides the electrics. It makes for a nicer aesthetic
Well done tutorial, just enough info. One question though, how far can you go with the 10 amp/hour battery?
About 20 good km on the 10ah battery. After that there’s a noticeable loss in power.
FIY This motor can handle about 3000w no problem. All you need is a 3000w controller and 72v battery capable of at least 40A continuous discharge. 72x40 = 2880w
hey mate, loved the video and am getting more confident to build my own ebike. Just worried about compatible parts, abit confusing because I constantly see 48v, 10ah and 40A all the time and don't want to buy the parts without knowing for certain they will work. I am based in Aus and am after a 48v/52v 750-1000w ebike, a bit of help would be amazing... cheers!
You just need to buy a battery that matches your ebike kit. Ie 48v 10Ah 1000w. The more Ah = longer distance between charging. If you look on eBay most battery ads will show the watts that battery suits.
nice bike
Thanks mate.
Any updates on the ebike? Will this work with any bike? Or does it depend on the wheel size?
i am in the process of building one of these Great Video i actually have the same issue with gears and break levers all in one but can't find that sensor you have that fits directly i am also in australia
Search eBay for sensor cut off switch. I don’t recommend using the gear cassette that came with the kit. You never use gears again once the kit is installed. I just put a single speed 12 tooth cog on the back with a chain tensioner and removed all the gears and cables. Good luck with your project.
@@Mikey2hands am i right in thinking that if you decide the top speed is too low, you could swap your 'fixed gear' to a lower gear for higher top end? would lose some torque i suppose but there would be flexibility on top speed?
@@Tantium yep better top end speed. The motor soaks up the extra torque as you start to pedal. Then as you go faster you can still get traction with the low gearing combined with the motor power. I’ll make a better video explaining this when I build my wife an Electra Townie ebike.
thanks
Thank you so much for posting this. The mountain bike I am thinking of converting has got quick release wheels. Is this conversion compatible with the quick release spindles?
Yes good question. You will probably find the rear drop outs are too narrow for the thicker ebike axel. Simple fix to just file out the rear drop outs until it fits. Stay tuned I’m about to drop a new vid on converting an Electra Townie to an ebike where I’ll widen the rear drop outs.
@@Mikey2hands thank you for getting back to me. I will keep a eye out for your next video
Excellent more simple compare to others the gas power is to loud ,electric small bikes are in .
I want to do this. :)
How many miles or KM can you expect to get out of this setup with just throttle? With a setup like this could you have installed a little screen or computer or does the battery have an indicator on it? Awesome video.
Jeff - Central Florida
The whole point of my build was to have as few wires and cables as possible. I don’t ride far and charge it up after every ride to keep charged up for the next ride. Can get 10-15kms out of this 10ah battery before it starts getting sluggish.
@@Mikey2hands Great. Thanks for the response. I too may enjoy just getting a kit which is plain and simple for sure. Great video. I really liked the way you put this setup together.
Jeff - Sunny Central Florida
The black paint on alluminium controller looks good. But works worse. Alluminium works as cooler, and black paint attracts heat - so the color is contraproductive. And one more thing - the rear wheel pours water directly on it, so you need some "rain shield" on wheels (however water could add some coolink on controllers surface, it makes eletcric contacts wet)...
Hey mike wanted to know how long does a 36 volt 500watts 12ah or even higher ah last? Im looking to do it for delivery purpose
You would need to ask someone with that set up. Too many variables.
I don't understand the problem with full length throttles. All motorbikes have them. Easier to trigger the motor with it. What's the issue?
Hi there are the rear wheels on these kits strong as I’m a big fella cheers great video
Yeah super strong. The spokes are a lot thicker than usual wheels to allow for the torque of the motor.
@@Mikey2hands thank you
Nice, what brand of kickstand are you using and has it survived? Thanks
Just a generic eBay brand. Still going strong.
@@Mikey2hands thanks
Hi there so only your back break is connected to the controller box ? Is that right ?
Yep cut off switch is only on back brake. But as you always pull both brakes together that’s all you need.
if i use only pedal assist and no throttle, would i be able to not use the brake cut off sensors? since i don't pedal and brake at the same time
Correct. Brake cut off is only required for throttle.
Whats the top speed on a flat?
Hi man, very cool video! How’s the bike been to ride …is it still going strong?
Yeah it still goes great. I changed the rear cassette for a single speed 12 tooth cog as you don’t need gears on an electric bike. It flies!
@@Mikey2hands yeah nice, would be less noise with just the one cog on the back too I’d guess. I was thinking I would need 1500w but looking at your speedo I figured that’s fast enough! I really liked the way you went about the build with things like the throttle grip mod ect. If you’ve never used rescue tape or self sealing silicone tape give some a try …that would be awesome on the wire wrap.
@@Mikey2hands can you explain me like im dumb lol, when you replace the cassette for a single gear, what do you do with all the extra room on the axle? just some sort of spacer?
If you ever get a flat on the rear wheel, how does it get fixed without ha wing to undo all those wires you melted on together?
It still has the plugs. The cables aren’t hard wired together.
I am trying to buy a kit for my bmx but the fork opening on my bike is small can i just remove the cassette from the motor and take the gear from my bmx and put it on so that it will fit in my fork ?
Only if it is a 26” bmx. It will be easier to buy a new cog on eBay than use the old one off your bike.
Hey, nice build! How long on average does the 48v 10ah battery last? Thanks
Hey. Starts dropping off power between 10-15km but I usually recharge it every 10km to keep it at full power.
@@Mikey2hands shouldn't feel power drop on a 48v battery, only really feel it on 60v - 72v batteries
Hello. I am a complete novice when it comes to bikes, but do I need a motor that comes with the same number of gears as my bike currently has? I own a Trek Marlin 5 with an 8gear freehub( I think, might be a freewheel? ) cassette. Most of these kits come with a 7 speed sprocket, would I have to make adjustments to my drivetrain to accommodate losing the 8th gear? For example a shorter chain, or adjusting the shifter etc? Any help would be greatly appreciated :)
Yes if you want to retain your gears it would be easier to do it on a 7 speed bike. However you may be able to keep the same derailure and replace the gear shifter to a 7 speed. Personally I like to remove all gears and put a single speed cog on the ebike wheel as you will find you don’t use the gears once it is motorised. I’m about to upload a new vid for my wife’s bike that will explain this.
@@Mikey2hands thanks, I look forward to your video!
Hello was your old rear wheel a 700c x23 size
This Cannondale is actually a 26” model.
What does road legal wires connect to and what wattage it reduces the motor to? Was this kit bought in Australia?
Road legal wires connect to each other. When connected it reduces to 250W. Leave unconnected for 1000W. And yes bought on eBay Aus.
@@Mikey2hands thanks for info. I googled if it was legal in Queensland. Whilst it is allowed but Police likes it to be pedal assist and some sort of code on it that it came from a manufacturer in Australia.
Did you know if you connect the pedal assist and you don't have a cut off or wire up the cut off levers you can just blip the throttle to shut off the motor so you can brake easy 😅 it over rides the assist
I’ve tried pedal assist on a couple of different ebikes and just don’t like the way it feels. Much rather having the control of a throttle. 👍
@@Mikey2hands i like both although every pedal assist I've had has broken after only a few weeks
Does anyone know if a rear hub can be used on the front (by leaving off the cassette)?
no , a rear hub is a rear hub for a reason. if you want to use it at the front you need a front wheel hub. hope this helps
I have a 2020 Ecotric Rocket with 36v 500 watt geared rear hub. That was cool until I got a Catahoula Leopard dog pup and a 😊
I could do this kind of conversion
How do the old brakes hold up now that the bike is electric?
I’m a fan of the V brakes, they still work well with the e bike wheel. Disc brakes are probably the best option, followed by V brakes.
I have saved this video..mate make a d.v.d ..sell it ..its that good 👍
Is this battery prone to catching on fire?
Not so far! 😎
By the time you buy the battery separately, you're over $500 these days. At that price, I'd almost just spend a little more for a Lectric Lite. The onlything that has me considering what you did here is it's a little more stealth than a Lectric, so maybe less likely to get stolen.
Nah. Building your own is far better for obvious reasons.
You took it for long distance run?
I mostly do shorter runs to and from work. About 7km each way then charge battery up fresh for the next day. Still going brilliantly, and fast.
😀
Ive got rear v brake is that ok for electric conversion.
Yes it’s fine. I use V brake.
Mike can i have ur Instagram or fb im actually having trouble with the battery
Also does that mean i dont need the brake disc for my rear wheel as its v brake?
do you need the cassete on the rear wheel?
No you don’t need the cassette, I removed it and put a single speed 12 tooth on instead. When you have an electric motor you don’t need the other gears. Keep it light and remove gears and derailleur too.
HI.How did you adjust the chainline? With a single speed rear cassette? Can you give a video or a photo.
Great video but I feel like you took alot of shortcuts and I'm kinda confused
Hey just letting you know. The Battery you have linked they want nearly $3000 for it now. And the Break, Rear Arm and controller case links no longer work. c:
Thanks. As they were eBay links for other retailers I expected they would end eventually. I recently bought a battery on eBay for $300 so you can still get deals if you shop around. Stay tuned for a new eBay ebike video dropping soon.
@@Mikey2hands Def will be keeping an eye open for one. Look forward to watching the next one. This video has got me planning out my first one. So thank you :D Its nice to see a fellow Aussie doing the videos cause then its a better look at the price.
How long did it last you?
Still going strong. Same battery too. I’m building one for the wife now, vid coming out soon.
Can you help putting mine together? I'll pay you if you help me set it all up. I have the bicycle and the conversion kit.
my bike is 29 will it be alright?
If you get a 29” wheel kit it will be fine.
@@Mikey2hands But the thing is that one is from us and I'm in aus plus that one was cheaper so I don't know any other cheap ones.
@@aayantheangler7101 don’t pay over $300 in Aus. They are out of stock at the moment on eBay but I recommend waiting until new stock arrives. There are some rip offs charging $600 or more that aren’t worth it.
@@Mikey2hands These are £200 here without the battery £380 with a battery 🇬🇧
I saved your link for the conversion kit but there still out of stock and they have not replied to emails, i cant believe u got it for that price $219 or something thats like half the price as every other seller on ebay.. i cant wait much longer will probs pay the $400 for the 1500w kit from aus dealer
Hows u get ur throttle work without a sensor
Throttle doesn’t need a sensor. You are thinking of pedal assist which is different.
@@Mikey2hands thats what i mean hows it work without the pedal assist sensor, because I unplugged mine thinking it would be like rev and go but nothing happened
It will work fine with just throttle and no pedal assist connected. Maybe check brake cut off cables, they may be preventing throttle from engaging.
@@Mikey2hands sorted it mate had go into the tune settings on display
whats the top speed
Watch til the end I do a test ride and speed test.
Is this kit good?
Yeah it’s the best one I’ve found.
@@Mikey2hands nice.
I have a Dutch bike I doubt I can fit any of this on it. No way
I think you were getting false reading on your speed meter
Yeah I’m not sure how accurate those speedo apps are. I think they judge speed by GPS signal so may be a bit off. Do you think I was going faster or slower?
She's no Slouch
Everything is a work around? Must be a cheaper way of doing this, instead of throwing away all these parts.
Probably don't use that exact battery. Doesnt list the battery chemistry or cell manufacturer. Look for a 48V battery with Samsung, Panasonic, or LG cells, ideally with LiFePO4 chemistry, though those can be a bit expensive.
Anderson plug? 😆 that's a xt90 plug.
Dang, I came here to see how to get my derailleur back on but it looks like you just decided to delete yours entirely. That might work for an aussie living in the flattest continent on the planet, but most people do need gears, lol. If full twist throttles were that dangerous then you probably wouldn't find them on every single motorcycle, either.