Hello All,
Finally found another Tern folding bike to convert. I picked up a used Tern Eclipse that has the features I like in a bike. My previous project was a Tern Verge Si8 and its been trouble free and offers numerous features that lend itself to be an excellent conversion.
The Tern line Eclipse was one of the models that had a major recall because of faulty welds on the frame. The seller had the warranty work done (completely new frame). This model has hydraulic brakes, enclosed Shimano Alfine HUB 11 speed and 24" wheels. But the drive train is still a chain but sort of enclosed or wrapped by a plastic casing.
I installed a Bafang M311 250 Watt motor with a 36 volt 16.5 Ah battery, controller from GRIN, computer from GRIN (Cycle Analyst V3), a throttle, a crank peddle assistant sensor, on/off switch and enclose the battery in the rear bag.
Now I have two e-bikes and can get my better half to ride along. We even purchased a "buddy-rider" for our dog!
Finally found another Tern folding bike to convert. I picked up a used Tern Eclipse that has the features I like in a bike. My previous project was a Tern Verge Si8 and its been trouble free and offers numerous features that lend itself to be an excellent conversion.
The Tern line Eclipse was one of the models that had a major recall because of faulty welds on the frame. The seller had the warranty work done (completely new frame). This model has hydraulic brakes, enclosed Shimano Alfine HUB 11 speed and 24" wheels. But the drive train is still a chain but sort of enclosed or wrapped by a plastic casing.
I installed a Bafang M311 250 Watt motor with a 36 volt 16.5 Ah battery, controller from GRIN, computer from GRIN (Cycle Analyst V3), a throttle, a crank peddle assistant sensor, on/off switch and enclose the battery in the rear bag.
Now I have two e-bikes and can get my better half to ride along. We even purchased a "buddy-rider" for our dog!