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    Bike recomendations

    Thanks for the info, much appreciated!
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    Bike recomendations

    I will take a look at their site, I may go for the front wheel hub as its less hassle
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    Bike recomendations

    Yes im starting to realize that now, Im probably going to go for this battery and get the rest of the kit from this country or are they going to charge the same postage just for the battery? http://www.bmsbattery.com/36v/678-bottle-ebike-battery.html Im in Plymouth
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    Bike recomendations

    Thanks for the advise Mike, I am also in Devon. Do you know of any suppliers in the UK that can supply these parts, I didn't realize the postage was £100 plus import duties on top?
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    Bike recomendations

    ok here goes! have I got this parts order correct for my conversion or am I missing something, I will deal with brake sensors later as ive opted for the kill switch on twist grip. has anyone ordered from this company and had delivery to the UK avoiding customs? also do they ship batteries ok as...
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    Bike recomendations

    Thanks guys for all your help, does anyone have a link to brake switches in the UK? I suppose now my dilemma is front or rear motor, any recommendations, for and against?
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    Bike recomendations

    Thanks guys for your help, so ive decided to buy this bike I got it for £159 and for the price im sure its a good enough spec to convert, however the weight is around 18kg, how heavy is the 500w conversion kit including bottle type battery...
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    Bike recomendations

    Thanks for the advise, it makes sense to disable the front derailer as will be on battery on hills and I can handle pedaling on the flat. im looking at getting the water bottle type battery does anywhere in the UK sell these, if not I presume there is no issues with ordering batteries from...
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    Bike recomendations

    Sorry I should have mentioned im looking at a 500-800w 36v kit off ebay and im sure it comes with a twist grip so im thinking this would get in the way of twist grip gears? im reasonably fit, 5'9 and 12 stone but have to tackle 2 hills on the way to work which is 4 miles away Thanks Kinninvie...
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    Bike recomendations

    Im new to all this so hi everyone! The idea of an electric bike for commuting really appeals to me so a little advice would be much appreciated. Firstly im in the UK, Im looking for a cheap bike which I can modify so I have a few questions. Would a hybrid or mountain bike be the best option...