Swytch Max++ Rear wheel kit

[saneagle]

I see, part of me thinks the cassette sale might be due to returned kits they are trying to re-sell, but I could be wrong. Thanks for your advice mate, I'd rather go for an option with less issues when it is within my means - have requested cancellation of the cassette version.

As for that clip, that's crazy, goes to show that the ones with the mechanical know- how aren't always the ones on screen.

Sorry, I didn't notice the kit that I linked above is the 350w version. You must get a 250w motor to be legal, which, of course, is out of stock. That's why they're pointing at the cassette version. A cassette version will work OK. It's just that the freewheel version would have been slightly better if you could get one.

 

[azy77]

With the additional weight and speed of the ebike kit, rim brakes wear through the rim, then you need a new motor wheel or have to rebuild it with a new rim.

I don't know how many times people come on here with their unpowered bikes, and they argue about how they're happy with their rim brakes. Ebikes are different, as you'll find out. Rim brakes might be acceptable if you're very light.

Is this any good:

Cube Nature 2024 | Tredz Bikes

Save up to 27% - Cube Nature 2024 - Hybrid Sports Bike from £549.00 or just £15.25 per month with 0% APR finance. All Hybrid bikes are built by Cytech qualified mechanics, delivered free to the UK mainland & include 14 days free bike insurance. Price Match. Buy Now.

www.tredz.co.uk

Key Features:

• Lightweight Aluminium Superlite frame with double-butted tubes for a responsive and comfortable ride.
• 63mm Suntour Nex HLO suspension fork with lockout for smooth handling on varied terrains.
• Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc brakes (160/160) provide reliable stopping power in all conditions.
• Cube ZX20 rims, 32h, and Schwalbe Land Cruiser tyres (50-622) for a balanced and controlled ride.
• Shimano 3x8 gear system with a versatile 24-speed range for conquering any route.
• Sleek design with a tapered head tube for precise steering and frame compatibility for upgrades.
• Luggage carrier and mudguard mounting points for customization and versatility.

Can get 2nd hand for £150, it has some scuff marks but looks to be in good condition otherwise?

 

[Peter.Bridge]

Is this any good:

Cube Nature 2024 | Tredz Bikes

Save up to 27% - Cube Nature 2024 - Hybrid Sports Bike from £549.00 or just £15.25 per month with 0% APR finance. All Hybrid bikes are built by Cytech qualified mechanics, delivered free to the UK mainland & include 14 days free bike insurance. Price Match. Buy Now.

www.tredz.co.uk

Key Features:

• Lightweight Aluminium Superlite frame with double-butted tubes for a responsive and comfortable ride.
• 63mm Suntour Nex HLO suspension fork with lockout for smooth handling on varied terrains.
• Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc brakes (160/160) provide reliable stopping power in all conditions.
• Cube ZX20 rims, 32h, and Schwalbe Land Cruiser tyres (50-622) for a balanced and controlled ride.
• Shimano 3x8 gear system with a versatile 24-speed range for conquering any route.
• Sleek design with a tapered head tube for precise steering and frame compatibility for upgrades.
• Luggage carrier and mudguard mounting points for customization and versatility.

Can get 2nd hand for £150, it has some scuff marks but looks to be in good condition otherwise?

Looks good to me !

 

[azy77]

Looks good to me !

Thanks Peter

 

[saneagle]

Is this any good:

Cube Nature 2024 | Tredz Bikes

Save up to 27% - Cube Nature 2024 - Hybrid Sports Bike from £549.00 or just £15.25 per month with 0% APR finance. All Hybrid bikes are built by Cytech qualified mechanics, delivered free to the UK mainland & include 14 days free bike insurance. Price Match. Buy Now.

www.tredz.co.uk

Key Features:

• Lightweight Aluminium Superlite frame with double-butted tubes for a responsive and comfortable ride.
• 63mm Suntour Nex HLO suspension fork with lockout for smooth handling on varied terrains.
• Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic disc brakes (160/160) provide reliable stopping power in all conditions.
• Cube ZX20 rims, 32h, and Schwalbe Land Cruiser tyres (50-622) for a balanced and controlled ride.
• Shimano 3x8 gear system with a versatile 24-speed range for conquering any route.
• Sleek design with a tapered head tube for precise steering and frame compatibility for upgrades.
• Luggage carrier and mudguard mounting points for customization and versatility.

Can get 2nd hand for £150, it has some scuff marks but looks to be in good condition otherwise?

Looks good to me too.

 

[azy77]

Thanks saneagle.

 

[Peter.Bridge]

No need for a new cassette, just remove and put it on the new motor wheel

 

[azy77]

No need for a new cassette, just remove and put it on the new motor wheel

Between the previous 2024 Cube Nature and these 2 disc braked boardmans which would be your pick to convert to e-bike:

Boardman DRC Hybrid 8 yrs old, good condition, carbon forks, sram gears, serviced gears and brakes recently, says it was £800 new and asking approx £180

Boardman X7 Hybrid 7 years old, good condition as stored indoors, suntour nex fork, 3x9 sram x5 gears, tektro auriga brakes, asking approx £180 also

Which of the 3 would you prefer to convert, or are they all in the same ballpark in terms of reliability/ suitable to convert?

 

[Peter.Bridge]

I think the drc hybrid is different to the other two, no suspension, very light, almost like a flat bar cyclocross bike

Either of the other too would probably be more similar to your existing bike

 

[azy77]

I think the drc hybrid is different to the other two, no suspension, very light, almost like a flat bar cyclocross bike

Either of the other too would probably be more similar to your existing bike

My escape 3 doesn't have a suspension so I bought a seat post one. But I defo would like a proper one in next bike, thanks for the tip.