ARE 1000 watt E-BIKES EVEN WORTH IT?!

[@angrybirds2472]

I love your builds and your passion shows in your work, its about the bikes not about the money! I like repurposing and hotrodding bike kits and batteries to get people here in Connecticut up and running and its fun and i spend the time to make sure i can stand behind anything that goes to anyone else like you do! so i just wanted to give a nod and say thanks !

[@DudeStuff]

Appreciate it thanks!

[@apparentlynot1stLeonchubbs]

If anyone needs reassuring that ebikes are "worth it" ...I have a suggestion that may help ease the mind a bit. Go attempt to find used ebikes in your local area. I'm willing to bet the market has less variety than you counted on. And the reason for that is simple.. basically no one ever gets rid of their ebikes. Given that they are pretty easy to flip and get at least half your money back if needed, the knowledge that people rarely get rid of their bikes suggests that people must LOVE THEM 💪

[@petermcculloch2118]

I like it when the controller is integrated into the battery mount. I wish more kits did this.

[@DudeStuff]

It usually is lower amps and possibly less cooling

[@brysonferguson2918]

@@DudeStuff Yea, that's why you could barely push 30 unfortunately... i'd rather have more power and colling potential over a cleaner build any day.

[@James_Innes]

With some smooth tyres that would make a great commuter bike. 1K sweet spot.

[@MrNAMASTE1968]

Great video! I'm upgrading my 500w to a 750w with a new controller/display kit. This really helps. Thank you.

[@Tom-bs2nj]

Are conversion kits easy to install?

[@CougarDude69]

You inspired me to do a build myself. The bike, a Schwinn Dual Sport bike, 700C. I bought a CSC kit, perhaps it's not as good as the Kirby or other high end kits but I did it on a budget. It has the huge controller and bag, boo, but I think it came out nice. It's winter here and I got a break and took it out. I was impressed with the 1500 watt kit. I scream up a grade with lots of power. I got it on the level, and with a dragging break it hit 30mph and there was more, but figured it was best not to break the speed limit here. Looking forward to summer and taking my two E-bikes out for many adventures. Already thinking of next winter, thinking of another build. Can one have too many toys, I think not...

[@yoyofro2022]

Nice I have a csc kit 1000 watt good for the money I've hit 34 mph good time

[@mikemorgan8588]

I’ve wanted a 1000-1500w gearless rear motor and to make up for a slight lack of starting torque, a small 2 speed 350w front Xiongda motor. I’d use the front motor for take off’s and hill climbing, the rest of the time It’d be the silent beast.

[@Jacob-og9pz]

I dont know if its motor or controller specific but some dont give all the torque they have a few seconds delay thats programming related and it hinders up-hill with motor alone

[@Gyllbonus]

That's a legit sleeper of a motor... Seems like a good all arounder.

[@thirdeyesurvivor3886]

I got a 1500w 48v ebike that i just built myself. Top speed is about 30mph and the torque is good but even 1500 watts still feels weak sometimes. It gets up to 24mph fast but to actually reach 30 takes maybe 10-12 seconds. The fact that 750 watts is the legal limit is crazy, in the uk I think the limit is 250 or 350 watts and that petal assist only which is crazy. Tbh I would never spend money on a bike that’s under 1500 watts as personally 1500 watts is just enough to safely keep up with traffic on small roads.

[@ashpunting]

Gabby is going to be jealous of you for Playing chase with those dogs while she stays at home.🤔🐕👍🏾

[@DudeStuff]

She couldn't deal with me editing this video 😂

[@ashpunting]

@Dude Stuff I'm going to attach a sidecar to my e-bike and take her out for some fun and let the wind blow through her hair if you don't step up Stevie boy 😁🤣👍🏾

[@dougrich1970]

loving what you're doing bro from single family man to martial 🙏 arts and the youtube stuff any haters out there look in the mirror as it a reflection of self this man here is doing an honest humble self reflection and I enjoy his journey now I'll take the hooks out and keep watching your journey Nuff Said 💯

[@Blinkeu_Y0T]

my dad just bought me an ebike and its comming in like 1-2 weeks, cant wait to get it!!

[@oz41R]

I enjoy watching your hotrod builds but this would be the template I use on my Specialized Crosstrail

[@pzavis25]

I love my 1000W DIY ebike. It’s not as fast as others but 28 MPH is good for me and I have fun.

[@aayan9981]

hi i’m building a 1000w e bike does it do 28mph or kph?

[@pzavis25]

@@aayan9981 MPH that’s over 40 KPH

[@karelwatkins5239]

huge fan love your videos brother keep posting and teaching us all this stuff

[@eddiek0507]

Looks a great bike and a lot of fun, A good way of exercising the dogs! ...🙂👍🏻

[@davideady7de]

I agree as long as the price is okay looks like a good kit

[@g0nad716]

Nice one mate, loved the dog race that’s pushed me into subscribing, dogs and bikes best things in life. How do you change the settings on the controller to mph? Ta:

[@stewartj00701]

Looks like a great kit, like the compact controller

[@DUB-sential]

Stainless zip ties mate instead of jubilee clips you can get black ones that's what I'm doing

[@harrychambers7784]

Defo add to the site mate love a 1000w hub motor! + the screen looks good!

[@steve4479]

After my hip replacement this is just what I need … no pedalling for me 👍🏼

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

6:25 ahhh very nice , i had to install my new battery in reverse on my bike frame because the rivnuts dont align, i think i got the exact same battery casing for my 20ah ,and yeah that base's holes are in a very different place to my old holder

[@deepmystic6739]

Just had a first ride on one of those Lime rental bikes Absolutely need to do an econversion on my bike now Problem is, so many kits available Mid motor or Hub? Cadence or Torque sensing Im strapped for cash so something for a decent price Will be doing a lot of urban riding to convert my Specialized MTB on, am really strapped for cash but this would be a game changer for me Had to shut down my business 3 years ago due to a personal issue and just want to get out on my bike more but my knees wont allow me to ride like i used to Just want something reliable and for a good price Not worried about top speeds, but something powerful enough to be able to do some serious off road when I want Thank you

[@markcloudchaser874]

That's a beautiful bike, I've only got 1000w on my bike, because my dad uses it aswell, I wanted 5000w tbh lol, but 1000w gets me all over, when I feel upto it. Oh I bought a Clarks clout 1 back brake for it, I heard you talking about them, it's awesome. So cheers Mate. Good Job 👊

[@markcloudchaser874]

Yeah 1000w motor, I'm thinking about buying a better controller when that one nacks up, thanks for letting me know.

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

@@mozzjones6943 my 1000w will pull 1500w peak with a fully charged battery.

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

@@mozzjones6943 i'm absolutely ripping through the streets on mine, hits nearly 35mph with a 52v battery. i suspect i could get even more with a better controller but it goes faster than i want to go usually anyway.

[@catxls1835]

Is the bike still available? Cool video, cool bike and cool Boxer dogs!

[@marchumphreys3865]

Enjoyed this review and the dog chases lol nice one. And i agree with you its a good bike build

[@OmniShadesGaming]

I love watching your builds. But those slots that the bolts go into on that adapter is for Hose Clamps to help alleviate stress on the bolt taps in the frame.

[@DudeStuff]

Thank you 😊 we call them jubilee clips in UK and I mentioned that in the video I wouldn't fit them just for the fact it didn't look good, holds great as is and looks neater

[@HiPpYBoAtErS]

good build Steve , looks clean with cables in controller bag, do you think the controller will get hot in that case?

[@DudeStuff]

Only hooned it for an hour no issues. Mount it external if you're worried or I imagine it's covered under warranty if they're any issues from non user fault. Always a good idea to feel the temps of all controllers to get an idea how got they get under constant load.

[@R3FL3X84]

just subbed your channel bro. love all your ebike builds please keep them coming your tips are really good too dude lol

[@3dkiller]

13 amps battery is so anno 2014, i bought 3 years ago 17 ah triangle battery from Em3ev and i have now 12 ah left of it. What you can do is use a traingle battery pack with traingle battery and the problem is solved :) I am sure that motor can handle more power without breaking it, and yes its very quite i love it.

[@mrkilljoy8290]

Can you do a cycle to work scheme? Wished you could lol. Love the builds i am new to all this and have learnt alot from watching your builds well in theory lol but great work thank you

[@MrRippinonyou]

Awesome stuff mate Subbed and Liked ... cheers

[@nvdsraemuna7833]

Those dogs are great, 🤣

[@ArcadeCabNBud]

.. and he mounts the pavement, on his illegal bike.. such a great bloke

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

Who cares

[@richie8214]

Why you watching then

[@paulcoinc]

Another great video and great bike

[@petermann4897]

Where’s the for sale info, can’t seem to find it mate.

[@user619tlsdca5]

Depends on the NM or torque rating. Do not be fooled if you see a road cycler pass you up over 24mph, they now sporting them on their roadbikers of motor in crankcase under sprocket or the pedals. They dress the part and into the new fad but stick to the crankcase motors of being discreet.

[@joseargonza7984]

Yes, it's worth it. It has good acceleration and fast enough to keep with up with street traffic (35mph+). You can't ride the highway anyway and bicycles are not stable for prolonged high speeds..

[@jonathanjohannis6035]

great review bro

[@johnwalker1]

I Steve wat sort of distances would you expect to get with the kit and that battery

[@warlockboyburns]

The Wired Freedom can do 40 mph at only 2200w

[@mikecoking]

That looks a sweet kit mate, always love yor videos, informative and very honest keep it going dude 😁 Love how you bash the keyboard warriors and the karen's too 😂🤣

[@Skulls6769]

Orwite geeza 1000w is the sweet spot for me 😊

[@heeeeeresrossy]

Shame it's not (technically) road legal. The UK really is a nanny state!

[@stephendonkin5497]

Great watch Steve

[@ActualidadMoshi]

I made a 1000w 48v one because where I live there are no hills and i have more than enough

[@AndrewTateOnTop1]

I just got this and hit 34mph very happy

[@neutron-man]

Cool build!

[@lancashireliberty7603]

I opted for a 1000 over a 1500 as the slow speed will give you more range, plus most roads where I live are 30mph speed limit anyway

[@DudeStuff]

Typically 1000w kits come with smaller amp hour batteries maybe 13 or 15 so in my experience not necessarily true most 1500w kits have a 17.5 or 20ah battery. But for me personally any ebike has enough range just to get out and about for a bit.

[@nonegone7170]

@@DudeStuff Typically you can pick and choose your own battery, so that's really not a valid reason.

[@gnexus01]

You should be able to do between 31 to 34 miles with throttle only .

[@samuelandsophieclipsom9736]

hiya i have the 1000w kit and the torque and alleration are no where near what you are getting I had to send it back because of a faulty magnet in the motor I am just wondering why it just has no torque

[@alfah418]

With the GF 600 1000w i do almost dubbel your speed :)

[@SillyMonkeysLikeApples]

Bro that dog its FAST lol

[@dancearoundtheworld5360]

ive thought of making my own with a bigger gear at back sprocket i want to do 40mph and it just be for traveling 8 blocks

[@steve4479]

It’s the only way I get my food hot from Deliveroo 😬

[@petermclaughlin3292]

Time to get A 50cc moped with weels and pedals and get more distance with good old.B.P gasoline.

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

They're boring

[@VietPho]

19:00 dog can run so fast even with the ball in his mouth

[@davidbent347]

There's something wonderful about passing those spandex clad, dad bods, on their carbon road bikes...

[@petermclaughlin3292]

😂 hahaha

[@mikehunt1528]

I have the same LCD display but I don't know how to reset the trip without resetting the odometer as well. Can anyone help ?

[@colinwhite144]

You can ues 52v 20amp with 1000wat watt motor it's the controller 32amp ice got 2000wat kit came with that controller 52v 20amp battery 35mph now I used 45amp controller 43mph. I bought fat tyre bike with long seat 750wat is it worth going to 1000wat 52v 20amp battery it's the controller I'm not sure of. I no 1000wat motor is OK with 52v 20amp it makes it faster over 30mph it's using controller I've got spare 35amp.+2amp controller

[@deleteduser3455]

Honestly less than about 1000watts isn't very punchy

[@mikerutecky7531]

i have a shwin marshal ped assit 250w bafang motor i have allmost 1500miles on it and prity beet up no chain any more no brakes i hit 20 mph with just electric when my ped assist worked i would hit 30mils hr how i killed mu brakes so fast fast quick stops .....need get it fixed back up lol and need faster bike i need 40-50mils hr to be honest

[@alextrotman2743]

Wonder how that battery performed?

can you make a video of putting the sensor on the bike ?? i cant fit it good to my frame, how would you do it ?

[@Dius765RS]

Hello mate sorry to bother u quick question. Do they send the battery separately? I just received my 1000w Kirbebike kit, without the battery I presume for safety reasons...

[@DudeStuff]

Yes, every time separately, you're correct for safety

[@Dius765RS]

@@DudeStuff Brother I could hug u lol... Thanks for getting back so quickly, Legend! How long is typical time for battery to arrive, I just don't have shipping information yet of another delivery on its way... At least I can go ahead an install the kit now without worry...

[@DudeStuff]

@Dius765RS for me it's been anything from a day or 2 to a week, I've ordered so many on rare occasions they fk around customs at docks and delay for random checks buy that's rarer

[@Str8.Drippin]

How fast does it go with throttle only? And how long is shipping to the USA? Very interested in the 26" rear setup

[@andrewreid380]

What do you think of the sizing on the large Vitus for yourself? I'm looking at them but compared to others the reach is pretty short.

[@DudeStuff]

A little large on me but totally rideable when on it

[@sirgordan3279]

wicked video m8

[@DudeStuff]

Thank you!

[@Jzpiii]

Do you know where I can get one of them mounting plates I’ve got the same issue

[@ohLewisbabyb]

Hi just a question, i have bought one of these kits my self recently in last 6month, i have been trying to find out if theres a way to turn of regenerative braking on the kit ? Iv looked through manual, display modes, i thought you or andy may know

[@Ethaniel_UK]

What is the make of the bike before the upgrade of the 1000w

[@timr31908]

We've been doing fine with 350 w.... I think this thousand watt stuff is just advertisement bulshit.

[@user-jb2hi8ut4s]

Hello I have the same moto and controller I was workin well then yesterday on dsplay screen showed me error, 02

[@andrewwinter3722]

hi mate ...is it a real pain to fix a puncture out on the road .the reason i ask is because it takes a lot of effort to get the new wheel in .... i was thinking of getting a front hub one as it could probably easier to take the wheel off ... thoughts ? andy

[@DudeStuff]

Can be a little tight on back wheel 2000w lower power hubs usually hands a smaller width for the dropout. If I was concerned I'd carry a socket for the back wheel and always undo the toque arm from the nut and bolt rather than the clip itself. I don't often get punctures on ebikes

[@Shaunusprowire1748]

Ok m8 I'm getting a Ecco bike of a friend 1000w but the wheel is in the front so haven't got pedal assist but is it still ok to use can u tell me thankyou it's a mountain bike conversion

[@truth8508]

How do you buy the motor controller case? My kit had a bag from kirby. 1500W motor.

[@roughwalkers]

What kit is it? I must of missed it

[@user-uc2dk1vp6e]

Weres the mounts from mate

[@christopherfinnegan257]

My 500w kirby hub kit goes 35mph so a1000w hub kit should do at least 40 at its top end!!!!!

[@PedroHenrique-dn1dj]

Throttle only? This seems quite unbelievable.

[@christopherfinnegan257]

There always one nay sayer isn't there!!!! I've got the kit so I would know, instead of trolling just get the kit yourself and see for yourself!!!!

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

Bollocks because my 1000w does about 33

[@christopherfinnegan257]

@@JudeTheKZbinPoopersubscribe then get a better hub kit!!

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

@@christopherfinnegan257 it's more than enough speed for me lol, was a cheap conversion kit.

[@yetijohn80]

Kirbebike currently have 2 1000w kits online. Any difference between the 2 ?

[@higgoist]

Is it a mxus hub motor, what model?

[@keepitthoro6768]

I'm more impressed with a 26x4.0 fat tire e bike I got from amazon!😆lol...1000w, 48v, 15.6ah, 748.8wh, 30°, 75nm, 31mph top speed with out pedaling .only thing that I didn't like where the brakes, for something that big and fast I feel they should have bin Hydraulic brakes......but...BUT best part iI forgot to mention was the price NEW $680 to my front door after taxes delivery and all. Had it 1month (no more than 2) I've put 300+ miles into it no problems probably 200+ of them miles pulling 2 kids buke don't feel over loaded and have reached speeds of 27mph pulling them(will go faster) With just throttle.i would like to compare it to more expensive ones to see if it's really worth spending the $1500+ extra

[@mardono1]

I want that bike. Brand?, model?

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

damn ! halfords wants £1400 for their crappy 250 watt carrera bike ( and the wheels suck the hubs become loose after a while and break )

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

I got a used one for 500 quid that only had 100 miles done on it. It's okay for nipping around my local area.

[@girlsdrinkfeck]

@@JudeTheKZbinPoopersubscribe yeah thats fair play as long it came with like 6 months warrenty

[@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe]

@@girlsdrinkfeck not sure about warranty but it's a fantastic ebike for the low price I paid for it. Me and my brother use it for just doing quick trips around town and it's absolutely fine for that. Anything longer like my work commute I do on my 1000w ebike. Halfords do charge too much though and they lose a fuck ton of value on the used market.

[@David-wf1hr]

I paid less than that for an Ceaya RX80. I cycled it up pontardulais mountain about 12mph whereas on a push bike its get off and walk time. Downhill no power needed I applied brakes over 25mph as that was fast enough. I note it comes with a torque arm. motor is 1000w not sure if that is peak or sustained. (legally a big difference) the 95nm of torque is definitely awesome. throttle is disconnected not sure if physically or locked from the display and the default speed is 25kmh but can be unlocked so it seems. it uses an s2 display so I got hold of a manual for that to tweak things.

[@smokinstud1]

What is the weight diffrence to a 2000w?

[@18ct]

You can run 2kw through a 1kw motor and it'll be fine provided its not getting its ass kicked on full power constantly. Weight is negligible. You need a battery capable of providing wkw though. So say 52v x 40a controller = 2,080 kw

[@tomtom3201]

2 deathtraps there lmao

[@sirgordan3279]

have you got a link where to buy the kits from pls?

[@djrichylaurence8991]

I bought a nice hybrid bike = Vitus but due to health problems it's painful to ride because of the amount of effort going up hill. Kills me straight so I got a 500w 48v kit with a triangle 20 ah battery because I don't trust the bottle holder bolts. Hopefully it will work well and last well.

[@user-we3wo4od3p]

Love when you ride it on the dirt ! wish to have one like that !

[@Threechordsandthetruth24]

I'm from northeast England would itcost alot to get a bike couriered up?

[@lassydogpie5390]

What was wrong with the screw holes? Too low?

[@antoniopalmero4063]

I want to upgrade my NCM MOSCOW PLUS 29er , it’s 250w now so I’m thinking of maybe 1000w but I don’t want a large motor as I do mostly road rides .

[@jayalexander436]

I upgraded my moscow with a 1500w motor, 45a sabvoton and 60v 20ah. Its now 10x the original power 😂

[@daveplant9410]

Hi , have you got any 1000watt ebikes for sale at moment Regards Dave

[@salviaaable]

? 1kw is the sweet spot for most riders they dont want more lol

[@benholley6226]

Have you still got this for sale?

[@darkwinter-lll]

How long does battery last?

[@LUCA-dp8xd]

where did you get the kit / parts can you give me the links i am tryna buy for myeself

[@DudeStuff]

In description. Kirbebike.com

[@colinwhite144]

With a 1000wat kit upgrade controller and battery 32mph even more some people put a 52V 20amp battery on a 1000wat motor and it moves like stink. I've got 2000wat that does 51mph wich I'm selling for fat tyre 1000wat 48v 20amp from amazon and see how it goes it the 20ins wheel and long seat I'm after comfort now it has suspension all round so I'm going to up grade to 32mph that will do me I'm getting older I've had the 200wat bike kit for three years I've been next to police cars in traffic and nothing said even looked at the bike because I've got my bike as normal as possible and ride at 17mph they can't do nothing if using throttle at high speed then some will stop you. The law should be 30mph the government excuse to make money cars should be banned and ebikes legal people would be fitter air would be cleaner like in China mostly bikes or India and Holland

[@ipwnxdemonzz4223]

When charging my ebike do I take it off charge when the display is fully charged or when the battery turns from red to green or dosnt it matter ??

[@DudeStuff]

Charger will be more accurate or will show full bars on display at under 100% so wait till green on charger

[@catherinelim2379]

What yung motor geared or brushless