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Also, as far as fully built bikes, a lot of them seem to be pretty up there once I consider the motor wattage. I will give RadPower a visit after work tomorrow as others have suggested as well, since their bikes are competitive to some kits I'm seeing (with battery) and get some more hands on...

They haven't gotten back to me as yet, about to call them actually. Is there a reason you wouldn't suggest them? And yea, overall buying a new bike is tempting, but looking at all options. For reference, this is what I currently have by way of my model...

Thanks Dewery for the notes on the local limits. I had no clue! Especially since I have a co-worker with a purpose built bike that goes up to 28! But I'll keep this in mind in my search. And appreciate the notes MisterM, so you're definitely not wrong on the maintainance. I did initially decide...

Thanks for all the information everyone! I'm going to take this all and start my research. Still no response from the folks in Texas, but will be looking around. Found out the lil ebike that carried me up Seattles slight inclines was only a 250W rear hub! I'm really curious what a 500~1000w...

Thanks JoePah, I've sent them an email referencing your advice. The price on that kit seems doable, but am I missing additional components there? Any other recommendations are also very welcome!

Hi All, I've been going back and forth on getting an ebike upgrade kit for my current bike (mountain bike for the city) and took my first ride today on someone else's bike and decided it's for me. I'm around 325lbs, 6'4'' , and live in the Seattle WA area, downtown (that is, lots of hills) and...