For sale is my Trek Remedy 9.8 carbon framed electric mountain bike. This is a top of the range model that cost 5,000 Euros when new in 2015 and has hydraulic disc brakes and full suspension. It has been converted to electric drive using an OZO kit that cost 1,750 Euros.
This is a perfect entry into the world of electric mountain biking at reasonable cost. I have had the bike for 2 years and am only selling due to upgrading to a newer Trek.
The electric conversion kit was purchased in Feb 2020 (invoice supplied) and uses a hub motor (the electric motor is in the middle of the back wheel). Unlike most commercial e-bikes this one is powered by a thumb throttle so you don’t even have to pedal to make progress. Personally I pedal all the time and only use the motor for assistance on the hills.
The motor is a 1000 W (1 KW) unit and is powered by a 1000 Wh (1 KWh) battery. Typically e-bikes have a 250W motor and a battery of up tp 500Wh capacity. The setup I have used (which I prefer) is with the battery carried in a rucksack (not supplied) with a cable connecting it to the bike – the cable has a quick release in case of emergency. This battery is larger than typical units but gives good range. A smaller battery could be obtained and even mounted on the bike, if required.
In terms of range, my usual route is 50Km of mainly off road including some tricky climbs. I usually have about 40% battery remaining at the end of the ride. As I pedal all the time and only use the assistance when needed I have found that the range of the battery is actually greater than my own. Obviously the range will be less if you make more use of the motor.
Suspension is fully adjustable front and rear so can readily be setup for different rider weights. I can adjust the setup to suit the buyer if required. The suspension can be locked for road use with the flick of a lever.
The frame size is large and is comfortable for me at 1.85m, but is equally comfortable for my son who is only 1.7m (with a suitable adjustment to the seat height).
The Trek is currently running a single front chain ring and a 10 speed cassette – I fitted the new chain ring and a new chain at the same time.
Originally the bike had a front derailleur and twin chain rings which are supplied and could be refitted if required. With the added power of the motor there is less requirement for a huge number of gears.
The original rear wheel is also supplied and is complete with tyre, cassette and disc brake. This means the bike can be converted back to non-electric in a matter of minutes.
The original pedals and “toe-clips” are supplied but I have replaced them with some larger flat pedals that give a much bigger pedalling platform.
The bike has a dropper seat post, operated from a lever on the handlebars, which allows the seat to be dropped for steep descents.
The tyres fitted are Michelin enduro running with tubes. A spare michelin tyre and spare tube are also included.
Also supplied are the battery, power meter, connecting lead and mains charger.