Another Possible Convert to Pedelecs

[giltbrook]

Hello all at Pedelecs.

I am starting to get back into biking hoping that a few volts can replace a few grunts and groans

Just picked up a neglected Carrera Crossfire 1 which I intend to convert at a later date, after sorting out (hopefully) the gears with a little help from a friend, and getting it running smoothly.

I have been browsing here whilst waiting for authorisation to post, and the contributions from both users and dealers seem very informative and helpful, and which have already given me a good start in researching ebikes and conversions.

Gavin

 

[paulhipwood]

Dear Gavin
Well worth getting some assistance, it does make the commute much more pleasant.

What are you thinking of adding to your bike?

regards
paul

 

[giltbrook]

Dear Gavin
Well worth getting some assistance, it does make the commute much more pleasant.

What are you thinking of adding to your bike?

Hello Paul, thanks for the reply. I will not be using the bike for commuting, just for leisure, so not in a big rush to convert it. At present, (and with the help of YouTube), I am learning how to service, recognise, and replace different parts on the standard bike, so that will help a lot if I do get around to electrifying it. The Carrera Crossfire does seem very easy to ride, compared to what I have ridden in the past, so that has also reduced the urgency to convert it. I probably won't be riding much this winter, so I will reconsider my options next spring when I am planning a 36 mile round trip, and hopefully by then, the cost of the conversion kits will have come down to a more acceptable level for leisure riding, but at the moment, £450 - £500 seems a lot to pay for what will be limited use.

Gavin