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TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

Let’s face it, e-bikes are everywhere and they are here to stay. If the thought of extra complications and potential breakdowns are putting you off buying one then you’re not alone. Would you like an e-bike that you can build and maintain yourself?

Something that goes better than most, is easy to service and diagnose, with readily available parts and plenty of support, is becoming a priority for a lot of people looking for an e-bike that won’t end up as landfill in a few years’ time.

“A priority for a lot of people looking for an e-bike is that it won’t end up as landfill in a few years’ time”

There are quite a few different types of drive systems available these days and most of them go well but they are all made differently so it is impossible to cover them all. This article focuses on maintaining and overhauling the Bafang BBS range of mid-drive motors. This is the same motor that on how to convert your existing bike to electric. They are renowned for being a tough and reliable unit and make a great option for someone with some mechanical skills — in other words you.

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