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Old 02-25-21, 07:31 AM
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Question hub motor kit recommendation

i'm going to build this ebike around a vintage 26" atb frame. this is a recreational build and does not have to withstand daily heavy use/abuse. total system weight (bike, self, and motor/battery) will shake out to about 250lbs, and i don't need to go faster than 20-25mph. i want to spend less than $500usd on a complete kit - hub motor laced into rear wheel, battery, controllers, connectors, etc all included. what's your recommendation?
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Old 02-25-21, 08:34 AM
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amazon or ebay at that price range. pick one with some kind of display most of those allow at least for some programing. the cheapest ones with just a throttle with lights that show battery level are pretty much throttle only(they may come with a PAS sensor but no way to adjust).

what ever you get in that price range will be direct drive, heavy, and probably 36volt.
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Old 02-25-21, 08:41 AM
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You can find direct drive hub kits that are reliable (mine is six years old) for $200, and (probably) a 48V battery for $300, but don't store or charge the battery where you wouldn't want a fire. Alternatively, procure a good battery for $500 or so from a reputable vendor (Luna Cycle, em3ev to name two) and you'll be safer.
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Here is one of the few reputable Chinese battery manufacturers. They stock many batteries right here in the USA and you often get the battery in a few days. Stick with 3,500 mah 18650 cells manufactured under Panasonic, LG, and Samsung. you will pay more for the battery but its worth it. They often run sales.
https://unitpackpowerebikebattery.al...26837301p32wOS
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Try Swytch bike (UK) - just Google it.
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Old 03-01-21, 03:19 PM
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I do like the ebikeling geared motor kits on amazon. They used to be under $200, but got more expensive. Read the reviews. He is a US based seller. The stuff is chinese, but he appears to be responsive.
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