The first step in converting a regular bicycle into an electric bicycle is to install the battery. The installation process is relatively simple, but it is important to thoroughly understand the process before deciding where to place the battery.

How to Install an Electric Bicycle Battery

Electric bicycle batteries can be installed on the bicycle in various ways. Most electric bicycles come with pre-installed batteries and mounting features. However, if you want to change the installation orientation for convenience or install the battery on a new bicycle, you will need to follow some simple instructions.

What You Need:

Battery case

Heat sink

Rivet nuts

Bolts, screws, and nuts

Wires and connectors

Wrenches (regular, Allen, rivet)

Screwdriver

Installing the Battery on a Brand New Bicycle:

You can purchase a complete kit with a display, motor, throttle, and speed sensor online to convert your regular bicycle into an electric bicycle.

Step 1: Remove Old Components

Remove the chain, bottom bracket, pedals, mechanical lines, and brakes. Converting your regular bicycle into an electric bicycle means removing almost everything from the old bicycle.

Step 2: Install the Electric Bicycle System

Mount the motor on the bottom bracket and lubricate it. Install the display, brakes, and throttle on the frame.

Step 3: Initialize Connections

Connect the display, throttle, brakes, and motor to the controller. Additionally, connect the speed sensor to the rear wheel.

Step 4: Choose Mounting Options

Mount your front rack or rear rack or triangle pack onto the bicycle.

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Drill a few holes, insert rivet nuts, and tighten them. You can now install the sliding mounting options onto the bicycle frame.

Step 5: Install the Battery

Mount the battery onto the mounting option, connect the battery, and it's done.

Step 6: Connect the Battery to the Bicycle

The overall wiring of the electric bicycle may seem complex, but connecting the battery is the simplest part so far.

You simply need to place the battery in the installation position and plug the connector into the controller.

While the connection between the bicycle and the battery may be straightforward, the wiring connection to the controller can be quite complex. For more information, you can refer to the instructions.

Different Mounting Options for Changing the Battery

 

Various DIY Battery Mounting Options

Rear and Front Rack Mounting:

The most common mounting option for a DIY battery on an electric bicycle is the rear rack option. Almost all bicycles are rear-wheel-drive (rear tire moves first), which is helpful for bearing heavy loads at the back.

Front frame battery mounting brackets may not be as popular as rear frame options, but they are undoubtedly a convenient choice for installing a DIY battery.

Pack (Triangle and Top Tube) Mount:

Using a triangle pack for mounting a DIY battery will be the simplest and sensible decision. The pack will be placed in the middle, which is perfect for achieving optimal weight distribution on the bicycle. Additionally, you don't have to waste time searching for wrenches or screwdrivers every time you need to remove the battery—taking out the pack is simple and hassle-free.

Top tube packs for mounting DIY batteries may not be as common, but they are also easy to install and detach on the bicycle frame.

Dolphin Case and Water Bottle Holder:

Both dolphin cases and DIY battery water bottle mounts utilize the bicycle frame's water bottle cage.

Larger batteries may not fit in these, so you may need to replace the water bottle cage with a larger one.

The advantages of these two mounting options are ideal weight distribution and ease of detachment.

Safety Precautions When Using the Battery

When you are using the power source, it is essential to take the strictest safety precautions.

How Do I Secure My Electric Bike Battery

Ebike batteries are quite expensive and finding a proper replacement is also quite time-consuming. Here are some tips, following them will surely help you secure your electric bike battery. 

Conclusion 

Having proper weight distribution of your ebike depends on where you are mounting the battery. There is more than one way to mount a battery and putting the battery inside a bag or in the water bottle case is the easiest one. 

You need to have a brief Idea about how to mount an ebike battery, whether you want to turn a regular bike into an ebike or just want to change the mounting position of the battery. It’s easy and simple.