I was thinking about ordering the standard pro pack and build the wheel myself but got lazy. I found out that the local bike shop can build the wheel for $50. But then I ended up ordering the standard bike kit and I'm happy with it as I was able to fit it fast and ride my bike the next day.
The wheel and the motor feels good and strong and the battery pack is also well made. I do have couple of suggestions though.
First of all my bike is a Raleigh CT200 model (about 5-6 years old) wheel size 700c. I'll upload some photos later.
The following may not be a problem on other bikes if the fork shape is different. I'll post some pictures later.
The first problem I had installing the wheel was the following,
Although the fork end was 100mm apart, immediately before the notches the fork becomes round and the distance becomes less than 100mm. This would not have been a problem if the hub motor was symmetric. On one side the motor is almost flat and the other side has an extended part. This extension keeps the fork from touching the motor. But the other side (right side) the motor lacks 0.25 mm distance. So I had to use a ring to make more space between the fork and the motor. But this was again a problem because the extra ring I used comes between the notch and the lock ring that keeps the motor from spinning with the wheel. I think if the kit came with a thicker lock ring(I think its called lock washer) that would be great.
The second problem was the position of the switch on the battery pack. I prefer to hang the battery pack on the middle rail between the legs. In this position the switch lies on top of the battery pack below the rail. As a result whenever the bike jumps a little the switch hits the rail and turns off. So I have to turn it on several times while I am riding. I think if the switch was positioned on the sorter side instead(The side that covers the opening ) it would be better. Finally the inner tube of the front tire had two big leaks only after 2 weeks of use. I had to change the tube with a leftover one I had.
Other than these are minor nuisances I'm having a good time riding the bike to work. I definitely think the battery pack should have more indicators for the charge status. But it does charge very fast (about 1.5 hours). I charge it every time I come back home (I ride about 7 miles round trip).
The motor has a good pull. Although it doesn't reach more than 16mph if I do not assist. So if you need more power you'll have to use a more powerful battery I guess.
The grip switch is good and the motor engages after 1sec so you wont feel any jerking.
I'll update my post with my experience after a few days again. But as a whole I feel that this is a good buy compared to the EZIP I bought before this and had to return.
