I’m trying to convert both my wife and I’s bikes into ebikes so we can ride them more often and drive our cars less. I’ve never done somethings like this. For the very little I’ve done so far, there are three types of kits: front hub motor, rear hub motor and mid drive motor. Which of these is best for inner city commuting? Which one is cheap and easy to install?

  • moody@lemmings.world
    32·
    27 days ago

    Easiest to install would probably be one that attaches to the back and runs the wheel by friction.

    • Grass@sh.itjust.works
      1·
      27 days ago

      I’ve tested one of these that a friend had. I feel like if I bought and installed that I would resent it, the money I spent on it, and myself for not just spending a bit more and getting a stronger motor. If its someone living in flatsville, flatoslavia where the biggest hill is only recognizable by ants… no who am I kidding, I’d just ride a non electric fixie or 3 speed igh.