I'm thinking of doing an ebike conversion, either using my old 2021 Boardman Hyb 8.6, or else buying a cheap donor bike like a Carrera Subway 1.
The Boardman's drivetrain isn't functioning so well. Keeping it indexed correctly is a constant battle. I've clocked up about 8000 km on it, servicing it myself along the way, but my bike repair skills aren't great so I guess it hasn't gotten proper attention over the years.
My question is, would it be better to take it to a bike shop and get them get the drivetrain up to scratch before converting it to an ebike, or would it be better to trade it in for a cheap new donor bike like the Carrera Subway 1?
Also, would a mid drive or rear hub conversion kit be a better option with those bikes? I'll be doing a conversion that complies with EU law.
Edit..I should add that this bike will mainly be used for a winter commute (15k round-trip) in a moderately hilly area
The Boardman's drivetrain isn't functioning so well. Keeping it indexed correctly is a constant battle. I've clocked up about 8000 km on it, servicing it myself along the way, but my bike repair skills aren't great so I guess it hasn't gotten proper attention over the years.
My question is, would it be better to take it to a bike shop and get them get the drivetrain up to scratch before converting it to an ebike, or would it be better to trade it in for a cheap new donor bike like the Carrera Subway 1?
Also, would a mid drive or rear hub conversion kit be a better option with those bikes? I'll be doing a conversion that complies with EU law.
Edit..I should add that this bike will mainly be used for a winter commute (15k round-trip) in a moderately hilly area
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