As you know, my first two e-bike builds used the Voilamart rear-hub 48v 1000w motor. However, after watching several YouTube videos posted by JohnnyNerdOut, I became convinced that I really needed build a mid-drive e-bike, primarily to compare the build process and relative performance of rear- versus mid-drive e-bikes. So that’s what I’m about to do using my beautiful Gary Fisher bicycle and a Bafang mid-drive kit from Ebike Essentials (aka bafangusadirect.com).
I’ll provide more information about this kit in another post, but suffice to say that it was JohnnyNerdOut who convinced me to do this. Below I list a number of his videos which will help you get to know JohnnyNerdOut a bit better, will explain the difference between rear-hub and mid-drive motors (better than I can), and will share his experience upgrading various bicycles to e-bikes, which is what he now does for a living.
Here’s my binge-worthy list of JohnnyNerdOut videos – enjoy!
- How an e-bike can save your life
- Finding a good bike to convert into an Electric Bike that won’t break the bank
- E-bike Blog: Why cyclists prefer Mid Drive E-bikes over Hub Motor
- E-bike Blog: Are rim brakes on an e-bike ok?
- How to Measure your Bottom Bracket to get the correct size Motor
- E-bike Blog: Torque vs. Cadence Sensors. Should you care?
- Why Do Mid Drive Motor E-bikes Cost So Much?
- What Tools do you need for a Mid Drive Install?
- BBSHD vs. BBS02: Which Motor should you choose?
- E-bike conversion: The process of selecting everything you will need to get started!
- Where to buy e-bike Motors, Batteries and other components
- The Step-by-Step Bafang Installation guide
- Bafang Install issue: Motor not fitting your bottom bracket?
- The Best places to mount your battery on your e-bike
- E-bike Chainring Buyers Guide: Which size is best. Is it worth getting a Lekkie? What is a Lekkie?
- Gear Shift Sensor Installation video for a Bafang Mid Drive system BBS02 / BBSHD E-bike
- Hub vs. Mid Drive Motors: Why Hub Motors Suck and Debunking Common Myths with performance test
- Hub motor or Mid Drive Motor Buyers Guide : Which system is right for you?
- How much should these E-bikes cost? Cost breakdown on electric mountain bikes
- E-bike Myth or Fact: Mid Drive motors eat up Chains and Drivetrains
- What E-bike Manufacturers Don’t Want You To Know. Watch before buying an electric bike!
- Can you convert your bike into an e-bike yourself? What if I’m all thumbs?
- Reviewing the new Polarizing Bafang M625 Mid drive motor kit
- I’ll convert a Northrock fat bike and answer some of your questions live!
- The Cheapest upgrade for ultimate performance Boost on your Bafang Mid Drive!
Some of his builds:
- Custom E-bike Build: Specialized Pitch 52v 17.5ah Bafang BBS02 750w Mid drive
- Custom E-bike Build: Gary Fisher Mamba BBS02 52v
- Custom E-bike Build: Specialized Stumpjumper FSR BBS02 750w 48v 6ah Full Suspension
- Custom E-bike Build: Specialized Rockhopper BBSHD 52v 17.5ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Specialized Epic M4 w/ Bafang BBS02 750w Mid Drive 48v 6ah Saddle bag Battery
- Custom E-bike Build: Trek Mountain Track + BBS02
- Custom E-bike Build: Gary Fisher cake3 bbs02 52v 6ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Trek Marlin 7 BBSHD 1000w Mid Drive 52v 16 75ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Specialized AWOL w/ Bafang BBS02 & 52v 17.5ah Battery
- Custom E-bike Build: Norco Storm BBS02 48v 11.6 ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Electra Townie w Bafang BBS02 &48v 11.6ah Battery
- Custom E-bike Build: Specialized Hardrock Sport 29 BBSHD 48v 11.6ah
- Custom Ebike Build: Schwinn Axum BBSHD 52v 17.5ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Masi CX Comp Drop Bar Bafang BBS02 750w 52v 16.75ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Cannondale Trail 6 BBSHD 52v 16.75ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Felt Verza BBS02 52v 17.5ah 52t Lekkie
- Custom E-bike Build: Trek Verve 3 with Bafang BBS02 750w Mid Drive 52v 17ah Battery
- Custom E-bike Build: Polygon Premier BBSHD 52v 16 75ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Raleigh Talus w/ Bafang BBS02 Mid drive Motor and 52v 17.5ah Battery
- Custom E-bike Build: Specialized Stumpjumper w/ Bafang BBS02 52v 17ah Battery
- Custom E-bike Build: Trek fx4 Bafang BBS02 750w Mid Drive w/ 52v 17ah Battery
- Custom E-bike Build: Salsa Mukluk 52v 17ah BBSHD Bafang Mid Drive
- Custom E-bike Build: Giant Cypress w/ Bafang BBS02 750w Mid Drive 52v 17ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Fezzari Wasatch Peak w. Bafang BBSHD 52v 17 5ah
- Custom E-bike Build: Cannondale Adventure w/ Bafang 750w BBS02 52v 10.5ah
And this one especially caught my interest, which I’ll discuss more in my next post:
Custom E-bike Build: Norco Scene Bafang BBS02 750w 52v 6ah
And yet another Bafang mid-drive build video worth watching (not JohnnyNerdOut):
eBike Conversion Kit, Install & Review ll Bafang BBS02B 750W motor
Includes Schematix‘ affiliate links:
- Bafang eBike Conversion kit AliExpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_A1sKDn
- Bottom Bracket removal tool: http://ebay.us/9J3wCE
- Chain Breaker tool: http://ebay.us/M8H4Rt
Accessories:
- Gear sensor https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_A9NewU
- 42T chainwheel https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9R4a8o
- Tyre Inflator https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9G7hb6
- Extension Cable https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Aomsic
- Brake sensor https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9AWTx6
- Headlight https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AtmBra
- 1T4 Cable https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AWYEoC
- Motor & Battery Combo’s: 250W motor and battery https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AEYpsk
- 500Wmotor and battery https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AEZBtQ
- 750W motor and battery https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AeXGEk
- 1000W motor https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ArKMJO
- 1000W motor and battery https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Ad4H5I
- Battery: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_AK3Q0g
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