Hi, I've got a couple of ebikes and started to think that neither of them are ideal for my commute. The e-road bike doesn't have lugs for mudguards or rack so I've got clip on Raceblades and a seatpost rack (though I use a backpack). The Bosch engined eMTB is overkill and the tarmac will wear down the knobbly tyres quite quick. I really can't justify buying yet another ebike though!
So, thinking of maybe converting my hybrid (Giant Escape). Ideally I want a rear hub motor, I just think they're best for general tarmac use. It must be UK legal 250w and lightweight. The battery doesn't have to be very big either, 200-250 Wh would be fine. My Mahle based road bike uses about 10% a day as it's a pretty short commute. In fact an aftermarket equivalent to the Mahle system overall would be perfect. If the right motor isn't available in a pre-built wheel I'd be tempted to teach myself to lace the hub in or worst case get a wheelbuilder to do it.
Any suggestions?
So, thinking of maybe converting my hybrid (Giant Escape). Ideally I want a rear hub motor, I just think they're best for general tarmac use. It must be UK legal 250w and lightweight. The battery doesn't have to be very big either, 200-250 Wh would be fine. My Mahle based road bike uses about 10% a day as it's a pretty short commute. In fact an aftermarket equivalent to the Mahle system overall would be perfect. If the right motor isn't available in a pre-built wheel I'd be tempted to teach myself to lace the hub in or worst case get a wheelbuilder to do it.
Any suggestions?