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    One big thick d-lock with a cable or...

    What does your Insurance Company say. I have just converted a couple of fold up city bikes to electric and Insurance want GOLD approved locks so we have a D lock each.
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    Just starting out, help wanted.

    Just go for a basic Bafang 250w or 350w. You need to check the size of the bottom bearing to make sure it fits. Smaller size motors use less power so you can save on the weight of the batteries. You will loose your front chainwheels so you need to pick one you can live with. 44t or 46t. You will...
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    Need to put my bike on a diet, suggestions?

    For what we need them for they are just the job. My MTB had a Bafang 350w motor driving the front chain wheel. It's a lighter unit than the big motor in yours. I overcame the gear problem with a SRam DD3 hub on the rear. That will give you 3 x 8 gears which was more than enough. It would climb...
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    Need to put my bike on a diet, suggestions?

    I had the same problem with my MTB. It's Ok building these bikes but the weight can be a killer especially when you need to lift it into a Motorhome garage. Ok you can take the battery off and I had to remove the front wheel but it was still a struggle and I am not getting any younger. Built my...