Not wanting to toss out your favorite bike, nor wanting the Best Electric Bike, your bike is the perfect candidate for an Ebike Conversion Kit. The Ebikeling 48V 1200W, for example, let’s you keep your bike but gives it the edge that electric bikes have. Ever thought of speeding around, well past 20mph? What about climbing steep inclines? This kit will grant you that dream!
Why We Like It – Ebikeling 48V 1200W
The Ebikeling 48V 1200W is an affordable, mid-range kit for those loving customization. It provides the skeleton, with optional add-ons to consider on your own, like a battery, tire, and brake levers.
- Over 20mph w/ the right power supply
- Multiple options available
- Affordable pricing
- Doesn’t include a battery
- Not for newcomers
Durability & Build Quality
The primary metal used for its durability is aluminium. It isn’t as strong as steel, but it’s lighter and will take a beating. The rim, for example, is made of aluminium and double-walled. There isn’t a tire to critique since it doesn’t contain one, but our suggestion: water-resistant and thick. The Hill Topper Electric Bike Kit is relatively better in this regard.
Performance
Once you have the Ebikeling direct drive brushless electric rear hub motor wheel attached to your none-electric bike, you’ll get to taste what 1200W of power feels like. With the right power supply, you can experience speeds well past 20mph, which is incredible and makes climbing hills a breeze. When talking about the performance of a bike, one thing that comes to mind is cruise control. Some bikes have it, others don’t. An example of a bike with cruise control is reviewed in our Eahora x7 review.
Range & Battery
Unfortunately, the range of the Ebikeling 48V 1200W Electric Bike Kit is unknowable. This is because it doesn’t come bundled with a battery. You have to provide the battery, so the brand you use may offer more power than another. Here’s a suggestion, however: aim for a 48V battery with at least 25 amp continuous discharge. If you pick the model with the LCD display, you can track battery life; the LED display doesn’t have one.
Safety Features
The Ebikeling 48V 1200W E Bike Kit is lacking a bunch of features, leaving most of those decisions to the rider. For example, its only notable safety feature is a waterproof wheel hub, which is great to have if you’re off into the woods, on shaky terrain. If you want a pedal assist sensor or brake levers with safety cutoff switches, you’ll have to buy those too. Perhaps the Bafang Mid Drive will interest you instead. Remember, you can find out more on how your bike works with the kit. Even if you have a foldable bike. (An example of a foldable bike: Ecotric 20 new fat tire folding electric bike review.)
Value
See the picture being painted? Yes, the rear ebike conversion kit Ebikeling’s offering is affordable, more so than most great electric bicycle conversion kits, but it’s only so because it’s lacking a battery and fat tire. The conversion kit front and rear wheel models have the most essential pieces, including the wheel, but need a tire and battery to get going. To some, the chance to customize to their heart’s content holds great value, like picking a rear or drive front, but for installing and forgetting you’ll want a more complete kit, like the Hilltopper Horizon Conversion Kit.
Ebikeling 48V 1200W Wrap Up
The Ebikeling 48V 1200W is a dream come true for those who love customizing their experience. That won’t hold as much value to newcomers. Furthermore, it’s lacking a few popular features right off the bat. What you do get is a powerful conversion kit for an affordable price, open to customization.
