Pt. 1 Convert ANY bike into an EBIKE! **ELECTRIC HUB MOTOR FITTING GUIDE**

DETAILED GUIDE ON FITTING AN ELECTRIC HUB MOTOR WHEEL ONTO ANY HARDTAIL MOUNTAIN BIKE!!!
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[@ITzadamZz]

I got banned from driving for 1 year & needed solution to get to work (15 miles away) . That was wen I stumbled on Andy curby doing this . I now cummute to work everyday on ebike . Been though it all . Spoke replacements , snapped throttle , controller fets shorted in rain .. best thing ever saved me a ton on money on petrol

[@ArthurTugwell]

Do you use a hub or mid drive kit? I’ll be cycling in rain and want best solution

[@jkjist]

How do you avoid theft of your bike?

[@dazdeluxe6672]

@@ArthurTugwell it's a hub, tighten up goose

[@ishfaqraja1316]

Anybody find that the wheel once fitted is more to one side than the other

[@franksundal3876]

I aswell use a 3000watt 72v . I get everywhere i need and really fast aswell ^^

[@vladimirryder5195]

Great video I've been doing diy electric bikes for 2 years with what I learn on KZbin. This video explains everything very well and makes like so much easier after watching this video. Keep up the great work pal

[@krushnachChandra]

@UK Outdoor Flowers 30mph plus is that safe with that gear cycle frame?

[@Trident22]

Didn't know Jason Statham rode Ebikes? 😄 Even without converting the Giant Mtb looks Amazing. 👍

[@sonnelighting3565]

I feel like I should buy a bike off him or he will track me down, sleep with my girlfriend, crash my car than somehow make me kill myself.

[@vasel208]

👍👍👍😆

[@marcovieira2032]

From tha dollar store

[@teknacious]

lmao

[@mikelsauvage6621]

And he's British too!😊

[@fimbles1015]

I worked with a crew that fitted machinery worldwide. All our batteries had to be removed and put in to a marked padded fireproof case prior to travelling. Some really useful tips. Thanks for the video :)

[@JorgenLarsson]

Absolutely love the Kirby kits. I have a 500w rear hub diy kit and the install was pretty straight forward, had to test fit the wheel two or three times. I also ditched the bag and designed and 3d printed a bracket and integrated cable management box. I made a custom torque bracket from 4mm stainless steel. The 500w kit is all I ever need. Good power and pretty good range with the included battery 48v 13a. Nice instructions not many go into detail about the washers.👍

[@janeblogs324]

What kinda range?

[@JorgenLarsson]

@@janeblogs324 About 35 km with throttle only.

[@jonpowell8014]

Thats the kind of OCD that appeals to me! 🤣 Definitely interested in having a go at a project like this sometime soon...

[@Patek007]

He just resells ebike kits from aliexpress

[@lassydogpie5390]

What’s the throttle only speed?

[@ericwinter975]

Excellent tutorial video mate, that was soo straight forward and featured every tip you could ask for - top notch!

[@DudeStuff]

Thanks so much didn't expect such a great response it's nice

[@MrFrankstanks]

finally, a no BS Channel cheers Dude will be soaking you're vids n knowledge of the Ebikes.

[@andrep1784]

Finally... I've seen guys from cali messing with this hub motors years ago, and gosh they had some powerful ones. Well done and explained.

[@Zaj88]

I like these videos. The everyday use approach (obviously you don't need everything in the kit, if you don't want to).. and the subtle humor and throughness. One thing I would've liked to see was the casette/freewheel installation, and probably some mention of the hub spacing on MTB's (depending on the type of dropout), what you can do and what you can't do. There's plenty of videos on the tube about changing freewheel/casette for sure, but not many doing it on a 2kW hub motor. I've got an MTB with QR dropouts and those only have 135mm spacing at the hub. It won't fit a motor like this and a 7 speed freewheel/casette I think.

[@jonathansolares6936]

Best tutorial ever! Thanks bro for sharing allí this info with us, this Is the exact same kit I want to buy

[@martymeatball4615]

Mate I love the walkthrough step by step so much detail put into it which makes it even better to understand thanks for that was amazing bro ’ll be doing as you say to build my own sometime when I get around to getting all the stuff when I have the money can’t wait to watch the rest bro thanks 🙌👌👍🤙😎😎

[@xaarx]

Great video, I done mine a few months ago and had the same issue with hydraulic brakes very close to the hub but the spacers done the trick.

[@truth8508]

Great video. Could not have done it without it. Covered all the nuances clearly and succinctly. Perfect.

[@capobuzz2278]

Well done Steve..this will help alot of people doing there diy builds. Some really good points there, a few important tips that for new builders can be a Real ball ache. 👍

[@mr.sessle8444]

This was an awesome video!!! Iv watched other videos about such and dudestuff actually answered some of the questions I had! We will see if I can make it look as smooth

[@OddBallPerformance]

Thank you for making this video. I have been thinking about building my own electric bike and most videos are more like paid promotions and don't have a lot of actual advice in them. I would make one suggestion on buying the caliper space to the motor. They sell brake disc shims to go behind the rotor in 1mm increments. Use a rotor shim, and then you can adjust the caliper on the mount as they usually have some side to side adjustability to keep the pads evenly spaced on each side.

[@jantzujan]

Great video. In the near future I will build Kirbebike's 1500-2000w hub motor kit for my second bike. I just ordered it. My first conversion was a Bafang 750w mid kit. I drive it mostly in the forest and in the countryside. I got some good tips for the future conversion from your video👍

[@dave9456]

Awesome! Straightforward first class demo👍

[@amenrafreedom9757]

@DudeStuff Buddy these three ebike build videos are just awesome and will save a lot of new ebike builders time without the frustrations and headaches. The information on removing the plastic spacer behind the disc brake is so helpful along with the washer spacings for the dropout. I can wait to try my installation again when I have the opportunity!

[@farmerchad62]

Thank you for this video is the best i have seen yet for these conversions. Very detailed. No bs.

[@fredselectricfatbikevlog1674]

Just bought & fitted my first Kirkbe kit. Your advice on fitting washers to the cassette side of the wheel saved me from smashing the kit into a million pieces, in utter frustration! Thanks chap, top, top geeza!!! I agree about the PAS sensors too, can be a real pain to fit and using throttle only gives a much smoother ride.

[@DudeStuff]

You're welcome 😊

[@Anygodwilldo]

Following this vid, my wheel has gone in easily - almost too easily :-) Everyhting lined up virtually straight away, seems solid. I like how you minimalise it, using only the stuff you really need. Mine will be built the same style.

[@mikejones420]

That was very easy to understand, well done, your very professional in walking us through the process, thank-you

[@aaronm402]

brilliant every step explaination along with quality video footage from you both.. THANKS DUDE

[@DespaceMan]

13:00 yes when the wires touch you are actually completing a circuit on the coils this is reason why you have resistance which is only present in permanent magnet motors. If if was a induction motor you wont experience any resistance until you apply power to the coils.

[@generalwarman]

Great vid. Can't wait for part 2

[@reason43poole37]

Great video, so clear and realistic nice tip about not applying the brakes and locking up the pads.

[@Dave64track]

Great video very informative I'm thinking about getting one of these kits soon, so this was very helpful. 👍

[@Jayjay-np1wp]

Great informative video.I have never had an e bike and am looking at options,so i am glad i found your channel.

[@kaltonian]

thanks m8, i found this upload better than most for me, showing problems you might have.

[@Jbmc65]

This is excellent education. This chap is explaining everything he can think of.

[@jax597]

Very well put together video, great job!! Just got my first ebike last week and i love it!!

[@stevecoulter5019]

Great tutorial for fitting the rear wheel with great detail 👍

[@Avatar711Wizard]

Yeah great video dude. First timer here. Great coverage of small details. Love the smart casual dress code too.

[@richarddaly29]

Thanks for that is really clear and your experience of pitfalls was excellent 👍

[@dayv]

Great video, keep up the great work. Makes me really want an E bike now. Cheers 🍻

[@PredatorLFC]

Great video! Really well explained.

[@eyeeyeful]

Been looking for this for ages…great instructions thanks

[@tonyross7376]

Great build my man. Can't wait to see u ripping about on it👍

[@UppfinnarAXEL]

Good video! It helped me with my first 1000w ebike! 😀

[@inkfromthebrain]

I learned a lot from this video, especially about installing the back wheels. Now I know why I started getting play when I fixed back wheel flats. Never used a hammer to fit it into the cassette.

[@gert-jangrashoff6391]

Watched this video before I built an Ebike from a kit, saved me lots of time. I would not have known to remove the disk spacer, slotted right in. I built the bike in 1.5 hour.

[@poppa5289]

Another good vid Steve 👍

[@ashpunting]

That's looking nice Steve with the Maxis logo in white on the tires just makes the bike pop mind you you've got I good for these builds ye this is gunna be a sweet bike 👌

[@CON1FER]

Clear and concise. Thanks mate - great help 👍

[@DudeStuff]

You're welcome

[@T4TipsGuides]

Excellent presenting skills. Sounds like you covered just about everything. 👍

[@zentrader1732]

Braz your the real transporter gonna cop a kit and follow in your footsteps only just begun in OZ Thanks for your clips real gent shit 🙏

[@bigsighmusicdroneblogs1843]

Very helpful thanks mate look forward to part two might have a go myself

[@dredfxcustompaint]

Nice little step by step Steve 👍

[@Cloudminster]

Quality, like your delivery mate 👍🏻

[@konga8952]

appreciate the mention about the motor wires that the motor won't spin if they are touching, many people don't mention that. Thank you.

[@EdlundInside]

Hey bro! Thanks for your advice on things. Appreciate your dedication towards making the video.

[@hillonwheels8838]

Nice walk through on the install. The only thing I would have done differently is using an old inner tube as protection of the frame where the jubilee clip is at. I also used old tubes to protect the frame from the chain and if you take your time wrapping the frame it actually can look good.

[@Cesar-cm4if]

Agreed! Something else to keep in mind while ebiking is to wear the proper helmet, most helmets have an outdated safety standard, the best ones are the ones that pass the nta standard like xnito or bern hudson

[@Anygodwilldo]

Good idea. I was just gonna wrap some tape around the frame where the clip goes 🙂

[@markdelaney9831]

How you explain to do the bike I think it's 100% correct I recommend you to anybody look at your videos

[@philm3509]

Clued up and well presented, I'm going to go on to your ''It's finished video'' next as I want to see it complete.

[@harryaiano1978]

brilliant video definitely gonna get the 2000 watt kit now you have explained it so well

[@johnjones8305]

Great tutorial. Very well explained thank you!

[@Anygodwilldo]

This is priceless information, than you. I got the kit today, I'll make a start at the weekend 😁

[@mickyfinn1948]

Love this , dude - defo thinking of going electric!

[@sleepingbearffg5008]

You'll love it! I just made my first build!! Check it out?

[@RADCOMJ1]

Great vid with quite a few gotchas. Nice one, subscribed😎

[@graemeess]

Great video, love all the extra tips

[@Voxguitarsrock]

Good video . Thanks. I enjoyed the terminology differences between your location and mine. Eg: " Jubilee clip" where i am is called a " hose clamp". Cheers!

[@Mickesixx]

Thank you for this! Great guide video and easy to understand.

[@Badboy365]

A really good video with all the pitfalls pointed out.

[@philipj2000]

Nice one! Highlighted all the mistakes I made, very well explained

[@jamescodling8641]

Great work buddy. Very clear.

[@juliodefreitas157]

Awesome video and thank you for sharing your tips 💙💙👍👍

[@apsert]

Straight to the point no bollocks bosch! Nice one feller.

[@seansweeney7643]

Bloody brilliant mate, top notch!

[@DudeStuff]

Thank you 😊

[@MrRockstar1968]

Great advice. I'm considering getting a kit now.

[@Mlkepow]

Explained great mate.

[@charliegould5865]

Glad to see you were using flush cut cutters to trim the tails off the cable ties. The number of times I cringe when someone cuts off the cable tie tails leaving a 3 x 4mm razor sharp edge. I used to use thousands of cable ties at work and if we left any sharp edges we were in trouble from whoever cut themselves on them. By using those flush cut cutters with the flush side toward the head of the tie the tail gets cut flush with the surface leaving no sharp bit sticking out.

[@SmartfoolGB]

Mate great detail really looking out for all pitfalls. 👍👍

[@MrF17MJB]

Hey Steve, great video I’m now watching part 2 on the telly. Do you know if one of these kirbebike kits (maybe not a 2000w one) would work with v-brakes?

[@markbolland6548]

Ive never done anything like this but have wanted desperately to get into it....I just need to take the plunge thanks for taking the time to methodically go through first stage. 👌🏻🔥👌🏻

[@cruxmind]

how did it go?

[@ZZKJ396]

Great usefull info, subbed!

[@daveslater9141]

You are one of the best ever video tutorial presenters and ATB engineers ive ever had the luck to find, brilliantly presented mate, and in my native cockney accent which is a whole lot easier for me, I really do hope there is many more videos to come, do you have direct contact detail as I may need to ask advice during the summer of 2023.

[@AntonKoba]

Thank you! Awesome guide, very detailed. Greetings from Ukraine!

[@mattydubz481]

Absolutely fantastic Ebike Build Video! 👌 Can you tell me with the stuff shipping straight from China do you get hit with an added VAT bill or customs charges at a later date or if you buy this is the price all inclusive of shipping vat and charges? I ask as I know imports has changed dramatically since Brexit :(

[@alexbastow7915]

Mate this is amazing vid so much detail and not skiping a single step wish more tutorials where like this

[@DudeStuff]

Thank you 😊

[@harrisonhays360]

Fantastic fitting tutorial

[@alexlucas9538]

Great informative video fella, top man 👍

[@bajaboardukesk8858]

Amazing demonstration, how would you adjust the gears after?

[@PT4LifeYO]

Great video. I am confused on the rear freewheel/cog. 6/7/8 speed are all the same. Then you have 9, 10 and 11speed brining newer I presumed? What do I need to get to match my Carrera Kraken for a build? Cheers

[@alma4207]

Thanks for the learning curve. Now I can be a first time expert. That brake spacer would have been cut into tiny pieces after it came off if I had to figure that out the hard way. when did they start using USA sirens over there?

[@trout_man]

Great demo!

[@shaanreiss9697]

Great stuff top man👍

[@davewilson7565]

Great explanation 👍🏻

[@waynehughes5170]

I would also think that spreading the rear end with a washer may result in having to space the rear brake disc, or you might find it binding with the bake pads all in all a very good tutorial for beginners. ;-)

[@hansdybka1331]

these kits are engineered for a "range" of different spacings for all of what might be available out there..they are kits>>.not for the feeble minded or bot it together rich kids...

[@worz678]

Wayne the pro

[@FULQUE]

Thanks for share mate, definitely a great help.

[@antoniopalmero4063]

Sweet ride dude .

[@LeChimp-jg6fh]

Great guide. Thanks v much.

[@dan9283]

GREAT FITTING GUIDE ! :)

[@zico3239]

those brake sensors are good for a sop brake light set up and the PAS not bad to give tomb a break and for more pedaling

[@MoOutdoorsandReviews]

that is a sweet set up, super useful video

[@vanman757]

Very helpful & handy, indeed mate... 👍🏻🙏🏻👌🏻😎

[@geoffgeoff344]

Hi ho from australia,beautiful job of quality fitting,i,m going to re name you roger rolex,swiss quality job.love the use of the zip ties,neat quality job,why not!! Looks great,goes great.also great tip thinking ahead putting allen key head out,hold nut at back.you set a high standard of quality and attention to detail.plenty of people pay for that attention to detail.good stuff nice to see ,"doing the right thing".thanks for the lesson,cheers

[@mcjjordan]

Wont adding the washer to the drive side just move the caliper ? Will it now grab the disc on the inside as its not central?

[@junekatana78]

What are the difficulties converting a enduro b/f shocks? Apart from battery placement I can't think of me my more. Nice vlog to pal subbed straight after watching.👍

[@milo4504]

Love the video! Would you suggest this kit or the bbshd midrive?

[@mattdoughty7784]

Such a good vid 😎👍 my Canondale is going to be in for a treat 😁👌