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Kit - Geared Rear Wheel
Kit - Geared Rear Wheel
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Overview
- Proven, reliable modular system design
- Hand-built wheel with 12-gauge stainless spokes & double-walled rim
- Full-color LCD with customizable speed limits & system settings
E-BikeKit Rear 500W Geared Hub Motor Conversion System with 48V Lithium-Ion Battery Pack and 3A Charger.
This premium rear-wheel electric conversion system provides the ideal balance of power, efficiency, stealth, and low weight. The internally geared motor delivers fast acceleration, excellent low-speed torque, high hill-climbing ability, and quieter performance compared to direct-drive motors. Top speed is approximately 26 mph, with a total system load limit of 300 lb.
Who’s it for? Riders who want responsive, lightweight performance with strong torque and excellent efficiency. This rear-wheel system is widely compatible and engineered for long-term reliability.
What’s Included
Each rear-wheel kit includes every component required for installation:
- USA hand-built rear wheel with 500W geared hub motor (disc-brake compatible)
- 48V compatible 22A 12FET controller
- Programmable full-color LCD dashboard
- 12-magnet PAS split disc
- PAS sensor – left-side mount (right-side available upon request)
- Thumb or split-twist throttle
- Left & right e-brake levers
- Main motor cable
- 4-to-1 accessory cable
- Freewheel (rear kits only)
- Battery & charger (only if ordered)
- Zip ties, C-washers, torque arms
Motor Specs
- Brand: EBikeKit LLC
- Type: Internally geared (brushless, disc-brake compatible)
- Power: 500W nominal / 1000W peak @ 48V
- Max Torque: 84Nm
- Max RPM: ~320
- Cable: 8″ axle exit — 3-phase / 5 Hall sensors
- Connector: Round 8-pin (10.4 mm)
- Weight: ~9.4 lb (4.26 kg)
- Rear Dropout Requirement: 135 mm
- Total System Load Limit: ~300 lb
- Note: Geared motors include an internal clutch, which prevents speed/mileage display when coasting under pedal-only power.
Battery Specs
This system may be ordered with or without a 48V 15Ah lithium-ion battery pack.
- Range: 15–45 miles depending on terrain, rider input, and assist level
- Charge Time: ~5 hours with 3A charger
- Nominal Voltage: 48V
- Nominal Capacity: 15Ah
- Energy: ~720Wh
- Total Weight: ~10.1 lb (4.6 kg)
- Cell Configuration: 18650, 13S4P
- Life Cycles: ~500–800
- Max Continuous Discharge: 16A
- BMS Protection: 20A
- Discharge Cut-Off Voltage: ~37.5V
- Max Charge Voltage: 54.6V
- Internal Resistance: ≤230 mΩ
- Operating Temp (Charge): 0°C–113°F
- Operating Temp (Discharge): −68°F–140°F
- Storage Temp: 0°C–104°F
- Pack Certifications: UN38.3, MSDS, RoHS, UL-listed cells
Dealer Insights
This rear 500W geared system has been installed successfully by dealers in hundreds of configurations and is one of the most proven, reliable systems in the lineup.
Dealer Support Commitment:
- Real-time installation support via text, phone, and email
- Direct access to system builders and wheel technicians
- Guidance on PAS setup, cable routing, and battery mounting
- Help confirming compatibility with older or modified frames
- Fast answers to shop-floor questions
If you need model-specific guidance:
Contact us anytime — we’ll walk you through the exact setup needed for your customer’s bicycle or trike.
Our mission:
Enable every dealer to install, service, and support this system with full confidence.
Compatibility
This rear-wheel system fits most standard bicycles and adult tricycles that use a 135 mm rear dropout.
Requirements:
- Rear dropout spacing must be 135 mm
- Frame must accept a threaded freewheel (not a cassette)
- Steel or reinforced aluminum dropouts recommended when using a hub motor
Not Compatible With:
- Internal geared hubs (IGH)
- Rear thru-axle frames
- Frames requiring cassettes instead of freewheels
Email or text photos if you'd like us to confirm compatibility before ordering.
Installation
This system installs with common bicycle tools and includes all required hardware:
- Motor wheel installs into 135 mm rear dropouts
- Controller, LCD, and wiring use plug-matched connectors
- PAS sensor mounts at the crank (left side by default)
- E-brake levers replace standard brake levers
- Torque arms must be installed and axle nuts torqued properly
- Battery must be securely mounted using an appropriate mount
Proper torque-arm installation, clean cable routing, and correct PAS placement are essential for safe, long-term operation.