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Finally! My long-awaited ebike conversion kit
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I always knew that one day I'd want to convert my 1996 Trek 730 Multitrack (hybrid) to an ebike. It fits me well and is nicely set up to deal with urban road conditions. In June, 2022 I ordered two…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jim Reho Nov 3, 2023.

City Worker Wrist-Slapped For Threatening Person Who Photographed Them In Bike Lane
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Started this discussion. Last reply by ketoguychicago Apr 26, 2022.

Yeah, carbon fiber is the best
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Until it isn't.Australian OlympianContinue

Started this discussion. Last reply by S Aug 16, 2021.

Has anyone converted a bike to an ebike?

I'm thinking about undertaking this project. I set aside an old steel Trek 730 hybrid that I think would be suitable. Has anyone here done an ebike conversion, and if so, do you have any wisdom and…Continue

Started Jun 19, 2020

 

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Jim Reho replied to Jim Reho's discussion Finally! My long-awaited ebike conversion kit
"Thanks for reading! Sounds like an epic setup you have going. I have to carry my bike down and up into a basement, so I keep it as light as I reasonably could. "
Nov 3, 2023
Matt M. 18.5KM replied to Jim Reho's discussion Finally! My long-awaited ebike conversion kit
"Nice work Jim! I envy your rider weight.... :-) 1st off, I'd like to say my current preference for new Lithium Ion e-bike batteries is FTH Power in Walnut, California...even though I haven't even used my new Tian Long rack battery on…"
Nov 1, 2023
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Actual article! Review of my long-awaited ebike conversion kit.

I always knew that one day I'd want to convert my 1996 Trek 730 Multitrack (hybrid) to an ebike. It fits me well and is nicely set up to deal with urban road conditions. In June, 2022 I ordered two ebike conversion kits from a company called Swytch. After waiting just about a year, I still didn't have them, just a few useless batteries and parts. I canceled my orders and they refunded my money. In the meantime, ironically enough in the Swytch Bike Chat Facebook group, I saw references to the…See More
Oct 31, 2023
Jim Reho replied to Matt M. 18.5KM's discussion Reckless driving in metro Chicago
"I really could not agree with you more. I think the insanity was exacerbated when Covid temporarily reduced traffic and some people thought they could just do anything they wanted on the roads and highways. Even though traffic is more normal in…"
Oct 31, 2023
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Oct 31, 2023
Jim Reho replied to Bob Kastigar's discussion Driver Running Stop Sign Hits, Kills Bicyclist In Armour Square
"1 through 3 -- he will plead to one or two of them and be fined. 4 -- nothing, just an unfortunate accident. You'd think that driving on an expired license with no insurance and then running a stop sign would constitute “willful or…"
Aug 29, 2022
ketoguychicago replied to Jim Reho's discussion City Worker Wrist-Slapped For Threatening Person Who Photographed Them In Bike Lane
"Well, no they don't, and this is a bummer.  In this instance, CDOT (i.e. the city) seems to operate in the interests of the Painters District Council, the Cement Masons Local, and the Concrete Contractor's Association of Greater…"
Apr 26, 2022
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Apr 17, 2022
Jim Reho replied to The Korn's discussion Suggestions for ebike conversion
"Thanks for the info! I have a friend who has the Swytch and it's very cool. The only thing I don't like is that the battery is on the handlebars. Otherwise, brilliant."
Mar 1, 2022
Jim Reho replied to The Korn's discussion Suggestions for ebike conversion
"Thanks! That's a powerful system you've got there! "
Mar 1, 2022
Jim Reho replied to The Korn's discussion Suggestions for ebike conversion
"Could you tell me what kind of real-life mileage you get per battery charge? I'm thinking about a similar setup. Thanks! "
Feb 25, 2022
Jim Reho replied to Yasmeen's discussion Dreaded Bike-Unfriendly Streets
"Way too scary for me."
Jan 19, 2022
Jim Reho replied to The Korn's discussion Suggestions for ebike conversion
"Update: I note that Ebikeling is now indicating on its web site that it will install conversion kits for $125.00. Given the work involved, I think that's a fair price."
Dec 5, 2021
Jim Reho replied to The Korn's discussion Suggestions for ebike conversion
"I want to do the same one day. One local place whose website I often check out is Ebikeling, which carries a good inventory of do-it-yourself kits and has been around for some time now. I don't know if they do installation, but if not they…"
Oct 13, 2021
S replied to Jim Reho's discussion Yeah, carbon fiber is the best
"Scratches on carbon fiber aren't a problem unless it gets through the top (protective) layer.  And a scratch that's goes through that layer is something that you're going to notice if you're riding or if you see it. I think…"
Aug 16, 2021
David P. replied to Jim Reho's discussion Yeah, carbon fiber is the best
"Jim, you just don't know what you're talking about, and I'd have to agree with Doug that you seem to largely be repeating talking points that you've read on the internet. My career as an engineer (BSME Georgia Tech, 1998) has…"
Aug 5, 2021

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What I ride:
Hybrid
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Around Town
What brings you to The Chainlink?
It's always good to learn from others.
About me:
Veteran rider of the South Side streets. Still alive but somewhat damaged.

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At 1:47pm on September 3, 2018, Tom A.K. said…

Thank you, Jim !  I appreciate your good work here ! Community !  . . .

At 4:39am on October 20, 2016, Tom Limon said…
Thanks for the great feedback, yeah it took me a while to explore and stumble upon some of these places. Thanks for pointing out my typo as well, I corrected it. :)
 
 
 

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