So I build electric skateboards. I know shit all about Bikes in general.
But, my wife commutes to work and I want to build her a sexy little electric Bike.
I don’t mind research, but don’t feel like investing the 10s of hours I need to get a good working knowledge on Bicycles. Just not interested enough.
But, I KNOW some of you chaps will know already!
So I plead for help!
I don’t want to build some janky shit guys. But don’t want to break the bank either…
Her commute is like 2.5 miles each way and she is a Nurse. She will look cute as a button on like a cafe style hybrid look.
Here are the top contenders for the Bike itself. Mind you, if these are shit, say something. But this the “look” I /we are after
https://www.raleighusa.com/carlton-mixte
So I want to convert this thing first thing.
My first question/assumption is that I should opt for a single speed because I am going to make it electric anyway? Is this correct? Don’t want to waste money on components that won’t be used.
Also, what simple bike conversion kits do you recommend? This isn’t a performance build, but aesthetic and practical.
Luna cycles?
I build my own batteries, so is there a good source for bike enclosures? Or should I say fuck it and just buy a battery? Would be nice to save some money here since I have picked up the skills to accomplish this task because my Esk8 addiction.
Any input welcome. I am trying to stay reasonable on price.
Sub $1200 hopefully? Reasonable budget?
Help me out guys, I need some pussy.