2008 Giant Talon electric bike conversion

A second build for a customer who wanted to build a bike for his wife. The bike was bought specifically to convert. and was an easy build.

Bike specifications:

Bike Brand:

Giant

Bike Model:

Talon

Bike Year:

2008

Frame Size:

Large

Wheel Size:

26″

Bottom Bracket:

ISO Threaded internal 68mm

Conversion specifications:

Motor:

Bafang BBS02 500watt

battery:

36 Volts 17 Amp Hours

Range:

40-60 Km

Extra parts needed:

Spacer Bling Ring 2mm 01/02, Lekkie Bling Ring 01/02

Conversion report:

Very easy motor fitment, just added a 2mm spacer behind the motor to clear the chain-stay. Used few M6 washers for left side. Plenty of room for any battery on down tube. Lekkie Bling Ring 42T 01/02 plus 2mm Bling Ring spacer.

Bike Performance:

This 2008 Giant Talon electric bike conversion is a comfortable ride. Sporting the 500w BBS02 and 36v battery it has a good mix of range and hill climbing capability. This is a fun conversion to ride, and thanks to the hard tail frame has the potential for some fun rides as well.

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