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    Which kit for Raleigh DL-1?

    I know this thread is older (2017-19) but I came across it today (2021). I'm the guy who did the above conversion. I also converted a 1951 Raleigh DL-1 using a mid-mount BBS02 motor. Here is one DL-1 I did - battery on the back in a military surplus bag And another Raleigh DL-1, battery on...
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    Front or rear wheel drive, or . . .

    We put a 39v MXUS front motor on a Bella Ciao bike frame, and find the classic steel frame to absorb the shock, ride like a dream and still allow a 3-speed internal hub with hub brake on the rear. Most ebikes are not great bike frames (indeed most bikes made today are not great bikes anymore)...
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    Choosing a Conversion Kit

    When buying a conversion kit, unfortunately, you rapidly find yourself in the world of economics. How so? Because price depends on who gets paid. Many kits sold in England were made in China. For example, you cite Oxydrive, and I found this quote on the forum, apparently from Oxydrive, "We no...