Hi. Which is the best conversion for this (26" wheels, cantilever brakes)
Use case: 1. Commuting, errands, putting around town (hills and flat areas mostly on road)
2. light off-road occasionally.
Options:
mid-motor BaFang? How much 1000w, 750w, 500w
rear hub?
Do you need disc brakes with mid-motor?
Do I need to change the brakes? (drop outs are wide enough).
TIY!
Great info.
Cantilever brakes use same mount as vbrakes but require a cable to engage both sides. and the fulcrum is on the frame or headset /handle bars. Tandem bikes still uses cantilever as the odds are thicker and more durable.
there is no vbrake noodle.
yes. I will measure BB.
fork gap and rear frame clearance.
Great info.
Cantilever brakes use same mount as vbrakes but require a cable to engage both sides. and the fulcrum is on the frame or headset /handle bars. Tandem bikes still uses cantilever as the odds are thicker and more durable.
there is no vbrake noodle.
yes. I will measure BB.
fork gap and rear frame clearance.
ok, knowing your BB size will help so u know if the motor will fit, 68-120 mm is the standard range. avoid hub motors, only go mid drive. bafang 750 or 1000w (be aware 750w is the class 2 limit in most areas if you care to be strictly legal). I have no idea what cantilever brakes are, but hydraulic discs are recommended - the type you choose will determine your brake cutoffs - mechanical or hyd. idk how cantilevers work on a ebike kit or if they have suitable stopping power