WE MADE HIM A DIY EBIKE AND IT RIPS!!!

[@neekodevinchi]

Epicness Andy. Two lads cruising on home built ebikes. You cant say more than that. You've got me thinking about busting out my hardtail ebike. Spread the word "hub motored hardtail ebikes can fly like the wind!!!" Keep up the vids and cant wait for the follow up.

[@3dkiller]

I love how crispy clear your camera films... we need more of these conversion kit video's !.

[@andykirby]

There will be more. My mate steve is going to be putting more videos up soon👍

[@Bigbob_82]

Andy, Get your self a riv nut gun kit, cheap off Amazon. Then you can mount battery correctly, I've used them to mount battery when bottle mount doesnt line up building ebikes 👍

[@yodab.at1746]

If that's a mxus 500w kit, I really like them. Motor is well built, I peak mine at around 1500w with 26-30amp 48v controller. Mines on a 20" wheel, bit loony, around 32mph on the flat. Was a bit of a wheelie monster, threw me off a couple of times at traffic lights.... Comedy show lol

[@MrGrumpyKat430]

love that gonna do that now😂✌🏼

[@DigBipper188]

I've got one of those Voilamart 500w DD hub motors. That thing with gets a proper crank on laced onto a 26" rim. I've done a couple of top speed pulls with some 26x1.5 tires on and it does about 39 mph. IT takes a pretty decent hill to do it though lmao

[@0141star]

@@DigBipper188 39 mph downhill or not is pretty respectable sir im getting 40mph on 24 in rear x3 tyre now using a fat tire on the back and getting 48mph cant wait to try a 26 wheel

[@DigBipper188]

@@0141star Y'ain't kidding. Gets a little sketchy though going over bumps because of how much lighter the bike is compared to a standard motorbike... plus the lack of rear suspension probably doesn't help at all lol

[@yodab.at1746]

@@DigBipper188 32mph is as fast as I want to go on a 20" wheel folding rigid bike. I did hit a pot hole fast, took the handle bars out of my hands and cracked the front rim. But I love the torque I get from a small wheel. And the the fact it's a little insane folder 😁

[@stevemccreadie818]

Please add the kit on this video so we all can build one with price too been looking for a while but wanted to see it in action first, you have now done that 🤔😜😂

[@olivernice8291]

Work in a bike shop and it's been manic. Love your videos and learnt a lot from you as I built my own ebike. Mxus 3kturbo, 80v 150amp controller. Goes like stink!

[@BK42Cycles]

It goes really fast! Very nice! Well done

[@davidray4128]

Whats with the tie wrap? Drill a hole and use rivnuts.

[@TKomoski]

I would just reverse the battery and put it between the front tire and the frame

[@FarmerFpv]

Rivnuts are awesome I use them regularly. If it's carbon fiber or fiberglass I use aviation nut plates as they have much more surface area grabbing the material...

[@whoaitstiger]

Drilling weakens the frame significantly. Personally I'd rather use a heavy duty cable tie than take the risk especially on a cheaper hardtail like that.

[@davidray4128]

@@whoaitstiger Drilling a small hole for a rivnut won't cause frame to fail. Tie wraps are a temporary solution.

[@gavinwilkinson3722]

I cant find this kit on your site, whats the link please? As would like to do a 500 watt kit with the 52v 17AH with the controller built it, just like on this video :-)

[@nathenc1]

ordered the 1500W kit got the kit just waiting on the battery shouldn't be long, going to make a video on it soon once it arrives be flying about cant wait

[@CanonFirefly]

You can get adapter mounts for batteries when the bottle holder mounts are too low.

[@ShadowRifft]

looks like a good sweetspot bike, minimal yet sufficient motor with trail treads and front suspension. Pedaling a bit on cruise and startups will go a long way to get more distance out of a charge. Regen braking too if ya got it!👍👌😎

[@michaelsprinzeles4022]

Cool project. Unimportant note because it's not usable on the hub motor wheel but that disc rotor probably is removable. I have a similar rotor that requires a tool similar to a freewheel remover. Ride on & enjoy;)

[@ronniewizzo]

Hi Andy, what are your thoughts on the 2 in 1 hub motors ? Cant seem to find much feedback on them, is it better to have a seperate controller so you can try different types and change one if it fails without all the wheel dramas?

[@CaliBeats]

i got a bottle cage extender mounty for mine it worked fine get that lad :D

[@landonferguson7282]

Mine ebike kit has almost the same exact motor. The only main difference is the voltage. Can't wait till the bike is ready to ride.

[@zaza967729]

hi, when is the kit going to be on the site? i am looking to buy one, but without knowing when it will be on it is kinda hard to wait (im french, so please forgive my poor english :)

[@fattymctavish]

Really nice kit. The hub motor is actually pretty smart looking. Be interested to see how much the kit sells for. Does it have to have the display ? Would it function without a display ?

[@Louis-lu5wh]

Yes but you can’t monitor your battery and need to use your phone an an app to see speed

[@ashpunting]

look at Steve's little face he's so happy 😅😊

[@Louis-lu5wh]

What battery

[@grady1982]

Hi I'd really like this kit its nice and clean thanks to the controller being in the mounts when will this be available?

[@OrlandoStreets]

I don't see this 500w eBike conv kit on your store.

[@ixxolos]

I'd be adding a torque arm to the motor for some added security if it were me. Sweet build though Kudos. I see you stock the Phaserunner from Grin Tech, Good Man! They offer some seriously great parts. Are you going to be stocking there newer Phaserunner L10 and the Baserunner L10 controllers at all?

[@BrummiePrepper]

just what I need with that controller/battery mount combo. looks a lot cleaner more like a proper e bike than a kit . but cant find it on website tho

[@caveyak]

Well done. The torque seems quite nice with that build. How is the power when tackling rather steep inclines?

[@ronniewizzo]

You've got me so into electric bikes I think I'm gona do a project so may shout for a little advice , also those amen drums are saucy mate I love the old amen breaks Thanks again for sharing the bike vids and all the hard graft you put towards it , I feel half confident on starting a project due to you reli mate and I have no experience with mtb but I have built a few pitbikes so how hard can it be 😂😝

[@paulatradese1110]

I am thinking about getting the 250w from cloudsto and fitting it to a old school MTB ATB (Raliegh Lizard) I will be using it soley for road use. Is this wise and is there aftermarket support for fitting the kit.

[@planetpayney]

Nice 1 Andy another Great video👌 and the music 🎶 keep up the good work 👍

[@vickipps6821]

You need to drill the frame and use rivnuts to position that battery bracket you might have to change the front ring gear sprocket to about a 42 tooth or you won't keep up with the motor if you have peddle assist

[@stevencowles8419]

Like the look of the motor, quite small and discrete but still works well

[@acplguk]

That's amazing! I thought it was one of the KirbEbike kits, because of the display

[@jonneilsmyth9107]

great to see andy atlast that the 500w motors come in 160mm diameter on a slim wheel version as the other motors that need restricted can be quite ugly and the size of a dinner plate not to mention heave well done

[@TheJ4tg]

In with the DnB drumline

[@austieoutdoors9763]

hey andy how much is it for the full kit mate thinking of getting one m7byf

[@Dave64track]

That ebike looks great nice piece of kit that should have a good range with that battery as well.

[@Don1atUTube]

Hi Andy, How do you go about using hydraulic brakes with the cable brakes supplied with kits? Cheers. Mike

[@whoaitstiger]

I have two 500W Bafang hub motors in a couple of fat bikes and I wonder how much higher you can push these things, I'm already running them at 750+ on the controller the bikes came with.

[@racerx2095]

Wow the was a fast build.Good job👍👍💯😁

[@crafter170]

Controller built into the mount .I like that .Nice video lads .Anybody know what is the best screw on freewheel out there .Thanks.

[@chrisinfpv9423]

I had the same problem with that battery. I mounted it to the top crossbar and it looks sweet, like a petrol tank.

[@hitmanh86]

Do you mind if I ask how you mounted it to the top bar without the bottle mounts? Battery is too big on mine so I'm going to have to do the same and I'm thinking of the best way to mount it. Cheers

[@trailclarkmtb9013]

The disk rota looks like it's a centre lock disk you can get it off but you need a bottom bracket spanner. So the disk won't go onto the hub motor any way

[@bereal1251]

Where you pick up that speed controller? I'm looking for one like it I can only find the box controller..

[@martinregan6608]

Hi, loving the video's, thanks. Would be interested in buying the full setup if possible but would like to know if you could recommend a cheapish bike I could buy somewhere that would ensure everything fits okay? I don't really have any experience with bikes but am keen to dedicate some time to making one myself :). All in all I would like to try and stay as low below £1500 as possible. Thanks

[@thatguyukno1000]

first on a kirby video feels like such a win

[@THEPAINOFITALL]

Love this build... Scared to look at price

[@sharpshooter147]

build it up battery last then enjoy till u have more money and build again I'm going for front back and mid drive motors building a big shed 1st /workshop just go 3 batterys 3 speeds controllers

[@CBFREE]

Nice bike conversion as always. My small observation is as he can’t pump up the rear suspension it being a hard tail, he looks like he might need shorter cranks. If he hits a bump with the way it is might be nasty.

[@thomaswersonst28]

So I can recommend the Kelly KLS7212S controller for something like that is very small and does not cost much in comparison and you can adjust everything and the motor is almost silent 😉😎 Oh well and the tire in the back you have the wrong thing on it ☺ have a look running direction 😉😊🙋‍♂️

[@mick2d2]

Seems his use is more like an "E-motorbike" (not saying there's anything wrong with that), just maybe more for people that like ripping around everywhere (as if on a motorbike), rather than cycling.

[@sharkmentality9717]

Front hub motors with torque arms are safe and allow rear Rohloff speed hubs. 14 gears to pedal at any engine speed. That's an ebike. That's pedal assist. That's an easy conversion kit.

[@donolinger6904]

@@sharkmentality9717 - I hear front hub motors are safe up to 15 mph. Beyond that I've heard that wheelspin causes many people to get hurt because skids are harder to control when it is the front tire sliding.

[@donolinger6904]

@@sharkmentality9717 - I hear front hub motors are safe up to 15 mph. Beyond that I've heard that wheelspin causes many people to get hurt because skids are harder to control when it is the front tire sliding.

[@hindesite]

Yeah, the really low seat makes me think probably new to riding bikes. This might not end well...

[@ozziebell4712]

The 500 isn’t on your website

[@0141star]

Exactly what i was thinking it seems to have rhe conroller in the battery which is ideal for me i can't see this model anywhere perhaps hell post a link when he's updated site ??

[@racepnd]

Can you guys still get bike parts? Had to order two months ago to get parts this week.

[@NanoDex]

FYI the rear disk IS removable its a shimano cassette tool type they call 'centerlock' you can get centerlock or 6 hole disks for bikes. DIY always leads to a lesson or two!

[@Mochi_93]

Yo I have a question and if anyone knows the answer it would be greatly appreciated! I have a rear hub motor that peaks 2000W but it doesn’t wheelie like this 500W bike. I’m running a 40A 48V controller with a 40A 48V bms battery, but I think the controller might be limiting the torque? I heard somewhere that high instant power draw is bad for the battery but it would be cool to do wheelies like that, is it my controller? The power seems to gradually ramp up from standstill.

[@darexg]

Geared motors have a lot higher starting torque. You can try to upgrade controller or do a shunt mod.

[@FarmerFpv]

When you put on those gloves on...🤣 Clean looking E-Bike, Is that a Bufang 500w hub motor? I would use rivnuts or aviation nut plates for the battery mount. But hey whatever you have on hand works too if you're too excited to wait, been there... lol Good stuff as always Andy, much love and respect from NorCal USA

[@FarmerFpv]

Ah never mind, I think that's the KT 48V 500W Hailong controller, I'm guessing the motor is from KT as well?

[@vickipps6821]

What voltage ⚡is your battery and Amp hours

[@xxxenricop]

Wouldn't be easier to use a 2" by 10" piece of alluminium to do a bracket that bolts on the pre drilled bottle holder holes and with a couple of mounting points further up. I mean rather than the extra wires and the upside down battery...

[@GaryC203]

Hay Andy cool DIY Ebike can`t wait to see more on it. what`s going on with the shed come workshop why have took all your stuff out ?

[@MTBFreeks]

that disk is removable there is a tool that takes that ring off and the brake is a spline that slides onto the wheel...

[@yodab.at1746]

Great music as always too!

[@MTBFreeks]

Why didn't you drill the frame and put a bottle cage nut above the second ones and the battery would fit?

[@diyelectricbiker9361]

Cool how does it compare to BBS02?

[@mikecoking]

Hi, any news on when this kit might be available on your site?

[@wackedoutdude]

That brake rotor is removable. It uses a shimano centerlock. Still wont fit a bolt on design though.

[@andrewdelvard]

That looks so much fun.

[@sdewaard]

Is that a 116610LN on your wrist? Sweet!

[@scottrocks1993]

I've just built something very similar. For my stepsons girlfriend A 36v 250w Gear motors Upgraded with 48v 13s 6p 15.6 amp Battery Park. with a 400w 48v controller. It does over 30 mph top speed. I only charge to build it £250 for parts & everything. The mongoose jump bike they give me to convert was sitting in the back garden for 6 years completely rusted up. I had to strip it down clean & rebuild it. And add some new parts before even starting to convert it. Jump bike frames are very small I had to custom build the battery pack perfectly for the size.

[@florinb4668]

Does someone know exactly what motor and battery they use?and the controller is inside the battery?

[@toriancoosemans1210]

You could use rivnuts to hold the battery

[@darkness8832]

Can it work with a 21 speed rear derailleur

[@Dint0]

change the tyre man there are much faster tyres for the road check out the G-One All Round 2.25, or even a 2.8 if the frame allows sure theyd be much more fun

[@HandyC]

Ever thought of doing an ultra stealth version? Like front and rear (twin) small hub motors and an over volted battery pack in a rucksack, quick connect cables between your nuts type of affair? 😳🧐🤓😈

[@donolinger6904]

- Do you like roasted nuts?

[@teejmskima]

What's the topspeed ,voltage of that diy bike?

[@davidmorgan4055]

I have a ebike it's a a standard Bosch active line motor on it can I do anything to alter the speed up on it

[@andykirby]

Mmm probably not really, they can’t handle a lot of power.

[@davidmorgan4055]

andy kirby I’ve seen a chip that is out but it costs around a hundred pounds I’m not convinced tho

[@stuartbould5226]

Can you put a link to this kit please? Thankyou.

[@andykirby]

It’ll be online next week.

[@stuartbould5226]

Any update on when this kit is being added mate?

[@crispy-k]

1:56 Someone has made some good profit ;) Nice vid as always, cool to see the whole process and get some tips :) I'm buying one of those 48v 1500w kits, but i was wondering if it would be a problem to use a 52v 13ah battery with it? Range will obviously be lower than with a 17ah but the price hurts a bit when you go to those 17ah packs :P Twice the price actually. Cheers.

[@Louis-lu5wh]

52v is better as the voltage cut off won’t be a problem!

[@sharpshooter147]

Ha, how many of us are like andy do u fancy a pint down the pub and let us talk about a lot a shit ....

[@hindesite]

What was the kit? No links and it isn't on the store, can anyone ID it? Assume is geared hub.

[@Chobaca]

Bafang bbs02 might have been an easier fit.

[@petersfoxvideos]

Love the jungle track, would love to remix it.

[@gregstafford2155]

Get a phrase runner on to it and do field weakening for more speed👍

[@joohop]

Nice Build Lads

[@luqmansavage9681]

Do all display come with mph speedometer or km/h also plz let me know

[@TKomoski]

Mph or Kph is selectable in the display setup

[@tonysummers2334]

As ozzi Bell says The 500 isn’t on your website LINK PLEASE ANDY

[@mrbagins3774]

Are these available yet?????

[@JohnnysCafe_]

Are Safety helmets not compulsory in the UK ?

[@TheUberdude187]

Nope, there recommended but not compulsory.

[@ryantabberer]

How is a 500 that quick!? I just finished building a 1200 watt and from the video it looks like this one would keep up with it.

[@andykirby]

It’s a geared motor👍

[@boyced]

is this kit on your site?

[@jc_beats_]

How much is that kit

[@florinb4668]

@TJ Thunder he has so many,you know exactly which one is?

[@adrianjones2761]

Hello andy new to all this. But it looks like fun what sort of price are these kits. I’m looking for a bit of fun with out any noise. I’m getting to old for motor cross now we’ll feel it for a week later anyway lol What’s about for 6 to 800 pounds that will make me smile 🤔🤔

[@alexl5363]

The rear tyer looks like it may be on backwards. Tred will where down rather quickly that way.

[@andykirby]

Well spotted, we didn’t think anyone would notice😂 couldn’t be bothered to turn it around as we were pushed for time on this video. It’s sorted now.

[@The_Last_Post]

Whoa what happened to the workshop!? Where’s all your desk and cabinets gone?

[@andykirby]

Clear out, and reshuffle. Video soon!

[@wreckitralph2037]

How do I return/get a refund?? ill send pics that everything is stock and from your site.

[@PEMBYSGAMINGWORLD]

Best companies in the UK for e-bike motors, especially mid drives?

[@KING_OF_FARTS]

Put some fins around the motor, dissipates heat twice as fast.

[@andykirby]

There’s literally no heat build up at all, it’s a geared motor.

[@KING_OF_FARTS]

@@andykirby oh ok gotcha.

[@KING_OF_FARTS]

@@andykirby hey andy, can you do a video on the easiest way to charge my ebike through solar please? I have an onyx motorbike. It borders on moped but has pedals so they consider it a bike. Its 72v 54ah. But i might be upgrading to 61ah. I'd like to mount it to the bike if possible so it charges while i ride. I remember seeing a vid you did with a semi large blue controller that was hooked up to the solar panel. I was thinking to build mounts and a bracket out of steel for the pane but making it a roof over the bike.

[@martinmorris835]

Nice looking Bike! Andy

[@xpndblhero5170]

You do realize that you just got him addicted, right¿? He's gonna be asking you for a bigger motor very soon... I sampled a 36v 250w complete bike then a PAS only w/ a 36v 750w motor, but when it came time to buy something, I got a 48v 1600w Razor mx650 and over the winter I plan on repainting it and upgrading 8 to the store it to 60v 3000w beast w/ headlights and tail lights and turn signals so I can ride it on the road w/o trouble. 😁

[@kalimahmed2186]

Please review the kugo Kirin m4

[@MadazzaMusik]

Hello Steve Over👋😃

[@kevindsouza7844]

These are just dropshipped from aliexpress with a markup tho

[@andykirby]

Not AliExpress, we have our own factory.

[@florinb4668]

@@andykirby can you put the link to the exact kit?or it not for sale?

[@vickipps6821]

I had the same problems

[@kevinhooper2787]

Does your mate need to road register his bike like you did ?