As in the automotive world, driving electric is the new trend in the world of two-wheelers.With the current pandemic that encourages us to move around alone, electric bikes have become an essential means of transport, especially since unlike traditional bikes, they allow you to move around with less physical effort.However, with an average price of around €1750, these machines are not for everyone.This is why many people are turning to an alternative solution: the purchase of an electrification kit.Indeed, with a price generally between 400 and 1000 €, the latter costs less than a whole bike.Its main advantage lies in the fact that it can be installed on a bicycle that you already own, which reduces the investment.At first glance, electrification kits seem to appeal only to those with mechanical and electrical skills.Be aware, however, that it all depends on the nature of the system you want to put in place.The first consists of a kit that includes a motor to be installed under the crankset and a battery to be fixed to the frame, while the other integrates the powertrain directly into one of the wheels.Several years ago, the compatibility of a bike with a kit was an obstacle to conversion, whereas now 80 to 99% of the bikes in circulation can, according to Cycloboost and Ozo Electric, be electrified.You should know that the first kits landed on the French market about 10 years ago.In any case, to choose the kit that suits your bike, the safest thing to do is to measure the width of the center distance of the wheel, the size of the notch of the frame beak and the tires, without forgetting the bottom bracket dimensions.Regarding the skills required for electrification, it is not necessary to be an experienced technician to perform this operation.“It's a bit like the Ikea of ​​the bike!If you are able to assemble a piece of furniture as a kit, you are able to install an electrification kit, ”assured Jean-Pascal Plumier, founder of Ozo Electric, according to the Quechoisir.org site.This is all the more valid as manufacturers continue to simplify their products in order to facilitate installation.In short, whatever our level, we should all be able to choose and install an electrification kit on a bike.However, be aware of the regulations in force.To avoid being subject to the obligation to register your VAE, opt for an engine that develops a power of less than or equal to 250 W. The assistance must be cut off beyond 25 km/h.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9wHfyFGNgqoYour email address will not be published.Mandatory fields are marked with *Save my name, email and site in the browser for my next comment.This site uses Akismet to reduce spam.Learn more about how your comment data is used.