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This section will help you understand the operation of an electric bicycle and the
common terms and components involved. Some or all of these components will
be in the conversion kit. If you are familiar with what an electric bike is and how it
operates, then feel free to skip over this section.
An electric bike consists of multiple complex electronic components that are
powered from a central location, the battery. The most common components of
an electric bike are:
A) Electric Motor
B) Motor Controller
C) Battery
D) LCD/Handlebar Display
E) Throttle
F) Pedal Assistance Sensor and Magnet Ring
G) Electric Brake Cut-offs (E-brake cut-offs) (not included in this model)
EBIKE COMPONENTS AND TERMINOLOGY