8fun conversion of new Carrera Subway Hybrid bike

[FJJ]

Well I managed in and out on a single charge today and it seemed like there was at least some power left! That was just under 15 miles on high assistance, but had the laptop and a full bag with clothes on the way in and on the way home had a really strong head wind, got blown all over the place!

Average speed was about 11mph on the way home, about the same as my old Urban Mover for the towpath.

 

[Scottyf]

Nicely done. Should last for a long time and do some
Decent range.

 

[FJJ]

Good glad your happy with it so far and its not caused you any real problems.
Should be a solid build. Have you got any close up pictures of the bottle battery and its fitment?

As Flecc always pointed out that sometimes the weight of the bottle battery vs what the holes are designed for can sometimes put alot of stress on the fittings. But I guess time will tell.

Least it free's up the rack for more luggage options.

Scottyf here are a few closeups of the battery and fitting bracket. The battery locks into the bracket automatically and you need a key to remove it.

 

[PhilYerBoots]

Nice conversion and good photos of the battery and fixings. How does the bike feel with the battery weight in the triangle and are there any rattles from the battery or mountings when riding..?

 

[FJJ]

Nice conversion and good photos of the battery and fixings. How does the bike feel with the battery weight in the triangle and are there any rattles from the battery or mountings when riding..?

It's well balanced as the weight is down nice and low, doesn't feel any different from riding an Urban Mover with a behind the seat post style battery. No rattles at all from the battery or the mount, unless riding without the battery, as a regular bike, the cable rattles a little unless it's secured with something!