How to convert a bicycle to an e-bike

Many e-bike riders have tried cleanrepublic.com products for many years. There are also other sellers out there who can offer alternative products.

Low-cost conversion of any ordinary bicycle to an electric bicycle varies depending on the amount of money and effort you are willing to invest.

Option 1. Ready made conversion kits (at least USD 499) from U.S. resellers.

• http://www.electric-bike-kit.com. USD 499 excluding shipping from U.S., taxes and duties. Range: 6-8 kilometers per charge. Charging time: 1-2 hours per charge. 24v, 250 watts
• http://e-bikerig.com. USD 529 excluding shipping from U.S., taxes and duties. Range: 7-10 kilometers per charge. Charging time: 1-2 hours per charge. 24v, 250 watts

Option 2. Assemble your own (at least USD 418)
http://www.electric-bike-kit.com/propacklithium.aspx. USD 418 excluding shipping from U.S., taxes and duties. Range: 7-10 kilometers per charge. Charging time: 1-2 hours per charge. 24v, 250 watts

Option 3. Buy from manufacturers (at least USD 90 excluding shipping from China)
Look for sellers that accept 1 unit orders. Most accept 10 units minimum.
http://www.alibaba.com/countrysearch/CN/e-bike-conversion-kit.html

If you have tried cleanrepublic.com or other sellers, please post your experiences here.

NOTE: More posts on e-bike conversion projects are available here.