conversion fitter near Bristol

[sjpt]

Does anyone know who would do a mid-drive conversion near Bristol?
Somebody is asking on the Cycling UK site, and says he can't get access here; the confirmation email doesn't arrive.

Ebike conversion fitting Bristol - Cycling UK Forum

 

[saneagle]

Does anyone know who would do a mid-drive conversion near Bristol?
Somebody is asking on the Cycling UK site, and says he can't get access here; the confirmation email doesn't arrive.

Ebike conversion fitting Bristol - Cycling UK Forum

It's not easy to convert a bike like that because of the non-standard brakes, battery fitting, chainguard and other things, so any shop that does conversions might not be interested.

Personally, I'd keep that bike as it is and buy a used catalogue bike with disc brakes to convert. The example on ES with the battery high up on the front will handle like a pig, and even worse when you put shopping in the basket. You can make any bike comfortable by changing the bars to pull-back type and a fitting a decent seat, which only cost around £30 together.

We need to know a bit more about AllyPally to give precise advice. Why the Pashley? Why a stepthrough? How big is he/she?

 

[Waspy]

It's not easy to convert a bike like that because of the non-standard brakes, battery fitting, chainguard and other things, so any shop that does conversions might not be interested.

Personally, I'd keep that bike as it is and buy a used catalogue bike with disc brakes to convert. The example on ES with the battery high up on the front will handle like a pig, and even worse when you put shopping in the basket. You can make any bike comfortable by changing the bars to pull-back type and a fitting a decent seat, which only cost around £30 together.

We need to know a bit more about AllyPally to give precise advice. Why the Pashley? Why a stepthrough? How big is he/she?

How about a rear rack battery to balance the weight a bit?

I admit there is a certain charm in converting a classic bike, but the bit I can't get past is the brakes. I won't bother to go into all the brake arguments again here but I am not a fan of old fashioned brakes.

I think if that was my Pashley and I was determined to convert it, I would purchase a new pair of steel forks, 1" threaded with a disc caliper mount. Not easy to find but I believe Surly make them, and have them re-sprayed to suit. At least one could have a decent front brake (the dominant brake for me).

Then I would fit a front hub drive kit from Woosh or Yosepower (other kits are available) with a rear rack battery. Bonus, also you could keep the chainguard.

Excellent points about comfort, a steel frame is good too, depends if you are frequently lifting it in and out the boot of one's car (like I do).

 

[Ghost1951]

How about a rear rack battery to balance the weight a bit?

I admit there is a certain charm in converting a classic bike, but the bit I can't get past is the brakes. I won't bother to go into all the brake arguments again here but I am not a fan of old fashioned brakes.

I think if that was my Pashley and I was determined to convert it, I would purchase a new pair of steel forks, 1" threaded with a disc caliper mount. Not easy to find but I believe Surly make them, and have them re-sprayed to suit. At least one could have a decent front brake (the dominant brake for me).

Then I would fit a front hub drive kit from Woosh or Yosepower (other kits are available) with a rear rack battery. Bonus, also you could keep the chainguard.

Excellent points about comfort, a steel frame is good too, depends if you are frequently lifting it in and out the boot of one's car (like I do).

I think my first post on here was about converting my old Raleigh Superbe. It has rod brakes and chrome rims. In the wet it is a bugger to stop. Lovely old thing though and in quite good nick. I gave up on the idea on aesthetic grounds. It would be a crime to mess with it.

 

[saneagle]

How about a rear rack battery to balance the weight a bit?

I admit there is a certain charm in converting a classic bike, but the bit I can't get past is the brakes. I won't bother to go into all the brake arguments again here but I am not a fan of old fashioned brakes.

I think if that was my Pashley and I was determined to convert it, I would purchase a new pair of steel forks, 1" threaded with a disc caliper mount. Not easy to find but I believe Surly make them, and have them re-sprayed to suit. At least one could have a decent front brake (the dominant brake for me).

Then I would fit a front hub drive kit from Woosh or Yosepower (other kits are available) with a rear rack battery. Bonus, also you could keep the chainguard.

Excellent points about comfort, a steel frame is good too, depends if you are frequently lifting it in and out the boot of one's car (like I do).

Yes, a rack battery would work. I wouldn't have any problem converting it myself, but I have the time and determination to get it right. It might be just a case of swapping out the brake levers for the kit ones, or the kit ones might not have the right stroke for the hub ones. Somebody has to try it. Next is the question of chain-line., which doesn't really matter on a bike with derailleur gears. Again, it might come out right, or it might not. Finally is the anchor for the motor that fits behind the seatpost and BB. It doesn't look too bad, but you don't know until you try it. The stand would have to go.

If AllyPally reads this, I'd be happy to do the conversion if they can get the bike to Telford and back. No charge, so the cost of the transport could be offset against the normal cost of conversion.

 

[Ghost1951]

Yes, a rack battery would work. I wouldn't have any problem converting it myself, but I have the time and determination to get it right. It might be just a case of swapping out the brake levers for the kit ones, or the kit ones might not have the right stroke for the hub ones. Somebody has to try it. Next is the question of chain-line., which doesn't really matter on a bike with derailleur gears. Again, it might come out right, or it might not. Finally is the anchor for the motor that fits behind the seatpost and BB. It doesn't look too bad, but you don't know until you try it. The stand would have to go.

If AllyPally reads this, I'd be happy to do the conversion if they can get the bike to Telford and back. No charge, so the cost of the transport could be offset against the normal cost of conversion.

That's an offer no one could refuse.

You are a very generous fellow.

 

[Waspy]

That's an offer no one could refuse.

You are a very generous fellow.

Pretty awesome, I would bite his hand off.

 

[sjpt]

If AllyPally reads this, I'd be happy to do the conversion if they can get the bike to Telford and back. No charge, so the cost of the transport could be offset against the normal cost of conversion.

You've probably already seen this @saneagle, but
I saw, what a gorgeous man. Unfortunately I can't see me getting to Telford with work and life commitments being as they are. Please pass on my thanks to the pedelecs angel anyway.

Are we expecting a huge tariff on Chinese whispers in the pipeline?