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    Electric bike shops or demo possibilities in Norfolk Suffolk

    I am hoping to visit my daughter in Norwich late August. I have looked in this forum's dealer directory, and searched on google but cannot find an electric bike shop in those counties. I know there are folk on here from those regions so would appreciate details of how they 'tried' before...
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    Touring on a bicycle, just needs the conversion kit

    I landed on a French cycling forum and just had to share this photo of a contributor. For those of us who have contemplated touring he is an inspiration !! What conversion kit would you suggest.
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    Bafang conversion kits-differences in model numbers

    I am now thinking of installing a kit on my off road bike only. Because I anticipate this will be mostly used on assist or throttle my 'drag obsession' is not such an important issue and as bafangs seem to be cheap but strong it would appear to be a good place to start. I have tried to find...
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    Pacific IF Mode Folding Bike

    I wonder if they will do an electric version ? More details HERE
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    Ohmcycles electric bikes

    Haven't heard of these before, Site is HERE Interesting battery position !!
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    Bottle battery for electric bike conversion kits

    I'm probably repeating a thread but this looks interesting; Water Bottle Mounted Battery Pack $559.00 (£345) Introducing the TUBE PAK® 36V 12AH Lithium Battery Pack. Mounts in the triangle of the bicycle frame. Locks on and is removable. Keeps weight in the center and low. Keeps rear...
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    Electric bike conversion kits - more advice please re drag, noise, robustness, etc.

    Because I have a tourer and an off road bike I am beginning to consider the kit route again as my entry into electric bikes. Wheel sizes are 700 x 35c hybrid and 700 x 38c tourer My latest thinking has been to use the kit on my tourer in the summer where I would expect to use electrical...
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    Ego boost blacktrail conversion kit

    This looks like a perfect location for a Sunday afternoon bike ride with the missus !! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0umaCioQ1o&feature=player_embedded DIY Blacktrail rival - Retro-fit electric bicycle motor gives 50mph | ETA Or maybe try here...
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    Reviews / build experiences of DaaHub electric bike conversion kit

    With the first batch of DaaHub kits sold I am wondering if there are any independent reviews from buyers re ease of build, first impressions, performance etc with special reference to (yawn) drag and noise (end of yawn). Oiseaux
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    Advice about conversion kits please

    On a supplier of conversion kits website I have seen the phrase "Brushless planetary gear DC motor with clutch/freewheel" Does the 'clutch / freewheel' mean that there is no drag with the motor turned off?
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    Has anyone tried out a Gepida

    I have been impressed with the comments about the Yamaha crank drive and if the Tonaro had a tourer version I would probably be out there cycling now. Phil of power pedals, very helpful, has said that he expects a tourer in September but I really would like to get out on a small tour at least of...
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    Electric bike on sale by Priceminster in France

    This bike is being heavily promoted by Priceminster at the moment priced at 419.00 euros. (Google translation) Model E-Bike250C 250W Motor - Brushless Battery 36V, 12A / h mark control CE / ISO 9001 Weight 38 kg fork spring suspension Brake V-Brake / Drum Wheel Size 26 'inches Power...
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    Gepida Nedao Beach Cruiser Electric Bike

    I have been following the Yamaha crank drive thread with interest as I also am a "only buy mk2 and above" character. I always note with due reverence the comments by Flecc (blessed be his name!) and his store of never ending snippets of info and consequently have followed the link to Gepida...
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    Advice please on MBK Ax-ion City Bikes with Yamaha motors

    One of these bikes, supposedly in very good condition, is being offered in my region for 125 euros. I have done a search on google (where is search on this new site ?) but cannot find anything. Comments, feedback, opinions, links would be most appreciated. Oiseaux
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    Fast-recharge '3D' lithium-ion battery

    Found THIS article on batteries which looks very interesting. Oiseaux
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    Another test ride on the giant twist express

    As I was in Poitiers yesterday and coming past the electric bike shop I couldn't resist having another ride. It was a different bike but with same motor, battery etc, and although still very quiet it seemed to have more drag resistance in non assist mode than the one I tried a few days ago. I...
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    This battery looks the biz !!

    Surfing around Turkish websites as you do, I came across this battery on this site: Greenline Bike Kits elektrikli bisiklet dönüşüm seti » E-bisiklet Dünyası on this kit Oiseaux
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    Electric bike conversion kits, minimal drag and noise

    I seem to be going round in circles, getting nowhere with time and summer soon slipping by. I have started to identify what I need and am hoping that forum members can steer (excuse the pun) me in the right direction. I have been inspired by others on this forum who have installed kits on...
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    Swiss Army knife bike !!!!!

    'The Voltitude': Folding Electric Bicycle Inspired By Swiss Army Knife (VIDEO)
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    Postmen in Oz

    I hope that I'm not repeating a thread, but Australia seems to have seen the light as has France The postie's pushie returns, with added oomph, and a green message Oiseaux