The CHEAPEST Legal eBike Conversion Kit - Swytch Go First Look

This video is sponsored by Swytch Bike. Watch as we take a first look at the new Swytch Go, an affordable eBike conversion kit. It converts your regular bike into an eBike with added power and a claimed range of up to 60 miles.
Installation involves replacing the front wheel with a 250-watt motor, attaching the pedal sensor, and mounting the battery using velcro straps. The optional bar-mounted OLED display provides speed, trip distance, power levels, and battery status.
The Swytch Go kit starts at £299 (with a waitlist) or £599 for immediate purchase, with payment plans available. The kit offers battery options ranging from 20 to 60 miles and complies with the highest UL safety standards.
Watch as our road & gravel presenter, Liam, demonstrates the installation and performance of the latest Swytch Go kit.
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[@bikeradar]

Would you add ebike power to your bike?

[@rockytalkndawoods3057]

Absolutely never.

[@IowaNinersFan]

Hell to the NO.

[@uwayzofoster4753]

Yes I would, if it’s affordable. I do currently own an eBike, but I rarely ride it because it spoils me. It’s incredibly fun, but it stinks when I go back to my regular bikes and don’t have the electric boost to fall back on. Perhaps I’ll use my eBike for when I’m injured or am dead tired from a day of cycling and I just want to cruise to the nearest market by bicycle.

[@JosephZZ]

I wanna add it to my gas moped on my front wheel!!!!! I have a 2017 Tao tao pony 50cc can your motors work on that? I'm looking for a cheap hub motor conversion.

[@HUKIT.]

I have zero interest but from an aesthetics view when was the last time the bike industry used silver wheels, feels like 20 years.

[@StarJollyProduction]

That's why I brought my own black racing rims and black spokes so that it can fit with my bike colors. GO++ don't have one but only silver.

[@StayZero556]

I love silver, swapped everything on my Trek to silver. It’s got that classic vibe but still looks like a modern bike.

[@M3GRSD]

I like it, whatever gets more people on bikes is all that matters.

[@HOWBAZARY]

Really, whatever gets people riding bikes is "ALL" that matters. You may want to rethink that statement.

[@Eternalbuble]

1:09 "I bet you can buy this conversion kit and second hand bike cheaper than some new e-bikes" Amazing. But can you get this conversion kit and second hand bike for less than second hand e-bike?

[@highbaws]

second hand e bikes are still expensive

[@alexregan8313]

Unfortunately both you and Swytch fail to mention that it isn't compatible with thru axle bikes, so it doesn't really fit ANY bike. Apparently a thru axle kit is in development.

[@stevelouie5928]

How many people with a thru axle bike is going to put this contraption on their bike? This thing is going to be used on someone's secondary bike.

[@alexregan8313]

@@stevelouie5928 I would have done as my 2nd bike is thru axle but maybe I'm in the minority

[@n22pdf]

Impressive bit of kit.. 😊 nice overview dude 🚴🏻👍 Pete

[@Anthony-bs2tn]

I like the simplicity.

[@Benyuri7]

I agree with other's critiques, they can adopt more modern designs and contemporary innovations for the front wheel itself. Swytch been around for many years, it's a pre-pandemic innovation. Its also a great gateway d.r.u.g. to get into e-biking!

[@petee1968]

I have one of these on order. Hoping to give my old 90s 26” hardtail a new lease of life!

[@HOWBAZARY]

Get your money back now. It is worthless. 250 watts is nothing. Overpriced junk.

[@20rayford]

Hi, what width was the rim, I have an old roadbike, wondering if it'll fit the fork and rim brakes, thanks.

[@MickChapman]

How do you take your non drive side crank out 3mm. Does this need spacers?

[@geo6111]

I wonder how the weight from the hub effects handling

[@jeanyvesdana1917]

Hi - Are you working for Swytch as a salesman ? My concern is the range they announce. Did you try the GO++ with a heavy bicycle on more than 50km ?

[@SchoolforHackers]

See the description, at least for the first question.

[@NewPolishScientist]

Fabian Cancellara likes it

[@highbaws]

What about security though? Looks its only velcro so you cant park this thing outside? Kind of an oversight? Unless they expect everyone to have a garage or something

[@jedunboxing4127]

Super to easy install,also if it's too complicated for you

[@timothytinsumli8098]

So ... Swytch Bike has fixed its supply chain issues? I.e., the ones they had with their previous model?

[@scatters47]

The question is can you make it illegal

[@joelogjam9163]

You could order a kit with a 26 inch wheel and re-lace the hub to a 700c rim. I'm not good enough at maths to work out how much faster it would go, so it might not be worth it.

[@stevelouie5928]

When the battery finally kicks the bucket, you are going to have to replace that black box that also houses the controller. How can you guarantee that this will still be produced in the future? That's the problem I have with these ebike companies. Once the battery needs to be replaced which could be 3 years from now, do you have to ditch the whole bike?

[@MrChristiangraham]

You can potentially just replace the cells in the battery. A bit fiddly though.

[@stevelouie5928]

@@MrChristiangraham I think it depends on how the batteries were installed. Usually they solder them onto a metal bracket in which case make it impractical to replace the cells. But, if they designed it like a battery operated electronic device, then I can see replacing the cells would be fairly straightforward. The smart thing would be to make the controller separate from the battery and have it connected by an xt60 so you can basically use any aftermarket battery.

[@uwayzofoster4753]

I agree. I didn’t think about having to replace a worn out battery when I bought my first eBike. To replace it will cost $299.00 from Lectric. That’s still affordable compared to Trek and other more expensive brands.

[@stevelouie5928]

@@uwayzofoster4753 If you use an ebike for actual commuting, you could easily wear out the battery in two years. By then, the other bike components would have also worn out and it might make more financial sense just to get an all new ebike.

[@uwayzofoster4753]

My biggest concern with this product or similar would be the cost of replacing the battery once it’s ran its course. Otherwise, it’s a great idea.

[@phililpb]

That is a problem for all e-bikes

[@-whackd]

Can you know the battery level without getting the LCD accessory?

[@phililpb]

No you really need the display and that is an extra £30 for the basic one or £50 for the proper one. They also charge £30 shipping on top that nobody on KZbin seems to mention

[@mcc-us]

Good question. Why not set up Bluetooth and connect it to a phone?

[@Govermentsound]

Lots of people have junk bikes in their shed, this maybe of use to them 🤪

[@aveedub7403]

I'm guessing you could have front wheel rebuilt with a rim of your choice to match the rear? 😐

[@zedtony8110]

Second hand cheaper than a new one I would hope so.

[@rockytalkndawoods3057]

Blocking bike radar for this video.

[@timsonsuperman]

800$, no warranty on battery, very poor support. Dont make mistakes by dealing with them.

[@mcc-us]

Is that your personal experience?

[@timsonsuperman]

@@mcc-us yes, problems?

[@PaulNurse1]

WTF £599.... So it's literally £300 more if you want it now as opposed to the £299 for delivery later in the year. This company is doing a Ratner.

[@bensbikessequim]

UL certified ?

[@rob-c.]

Yes. It’s in the video 👍

[@jonhcosta]

I like 👍🏼

[@Daniel-ynuhnunu]

Hello😊

[@TFSMILEE]

Are you interested to test our ebike?

[@larrylem3582]

The Swytch website is horrible.

[@kristalleverett1]

Absolutely Terrible.

[@sebzomaar5289]

That construction looks really durable... NOT!

[@IowaNinersFan]

I'll go recumbent before e-bike.

[@mikewade777]

Meh!

[@greifi89]

👎

[@HOWBAZARY]

Overpriced junk. It has almost no power, and the range is laughable. Easily stolen and easily breaks. Cool concept, but reality says by an actual ebike or just ride normally. Just buy a LECTRIC.

[@jeanyvesdana1917]

Did you try the SWYTCH kit or is it only a feeling ?