Knowing what to look for is ideal—but having the right tools for the job is essential. While not all of the tasks listed here are essential for keeping your eBike running, they should all prove highly ...

In this video, I demonstrate how to build a DIY bike rack suitable for heavy bikes like e-bikes and the Sur Run Light Bee X. This rack can be constructed for under $20 using parts readily available ...

Electric bicycles are really cool and can be really fast, especially when modified for the purpose of speed. Indeed, most e-bikes must conform to rules and regulations out of the factory. However, at ...

There’s a growing community of do-it-yourself ebike builders that are turning old bicycles into super powerful electric bikes. Using a motor, batteries, a speed controller, and their engineering ...

In many rural areas across Asia, the proliferation of cheap and accessible electric bikes and scooters has changed the way of life of many people. Prior to the introduction of these affordable ...

Last Updated on December 29, 2025 by Kristina Electric bikes are not cheap. Because of that, many riders wonder if building a DIY e-bike is cheaper than buying one. At first glance, a conversion kit ...

A DIY electric bike has gone beyond its capabilities. A build from an Electrek reader Luke built an e-bike during the pandemic in hopes of replacing a family vehicle. He modified his Rad Power Ties ...

[Mark Havran] is on a mission to complete a solo trip around the world on his bicycle. For such a long and arduous trip, unsupported by anything other than what he and his bike can carry, he has ...

The Vanpowers City Vantrue ebike is simple, sleek and light weight. It's difficult to tell that it's an ebike at all. I typically don’t go in for long assembly projects when it comes to ebikes as I’ve ...

Some people love cars. Often, those lovers of cars are also lovers of bicycles. Take engineer and craftsman by the name of HennyButabi on YouTube as the perfect example of someone who manages to ...