Bullitt Cargo Bike Bafang BBSHD Conversion, 52V/20Ah, Lekkie Upgrades and The TOOB!

Bullitt Cargo Bike Bafang BBSHD Conversion

Summary

Greg at Everyday Cycles built this Bafang BBSHD Conversion for the Wisconsin BikeFed’s Bullitt Cargo bike replacing an older BBS-01 Motor and worn out battery with a more powerful motor and 52V/20Ah high capacity battery. He explains the parts used in the conversion and the benefits they provide. Greg also shares the challenges faced during the installation and the successful test ride of the upgraded bike.

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Takeaways

Upgrading a cargo bike with a more powerful motor and a larger capacity battery can improve its performance and reliability.

Optional parts like torque arms and shift sensors can enhance the safety and longevity of the motor system.

Proper planning and careful routing of cables and wires are crucial for a successful bike conversion.

Test rides are essential to ensure the functionality and performance of the upgraded bike.

Regular maintenance and adjustments may be necessary to optimize the performance of the motor system.

Quotes

"This is a Bullitt cargo bike. It is one of the Wisconsin BikeFeds bikes that they use to go around the city and do bike repairs in some of our underserved communities."

"We're doing a BBS HD conversion on this bike, replacing an older unit."

"Optional parts make your system much more reliable, and they also make it last longer."

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the Bullitt Cargo Bike
04:55 - The Benefits of Optional Parts
11:46 - Test Riding the Upgraded Bike

Power Unit: Bafang BBSHD Motor
Battery: 52V/20Ah
Display: 860C Display
Throttle: Left Thumb
Chainring: Lekkie 42t Narrow/Wide
Shift Interrupter

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