From Scrap to Machine: Nigerian Man Transforms Old Bicycle to Electric Bike in Trending Video
- A Nigerian tech enthusiast transformed his old bicycle into a powerful electric bike using a 5,000-watt conversion kit
- He documented the installation process, including mounting the motorised wheel and securing electrical components
- The successful test ride impressed viewers and sparked reactions over the project’s cost and performance
A Nigerian tech and bike enthusiast has captured attention online after documenting how he transformed his old regular bicycle into a powerful electric bike using a simple conversion kit.
In a video that has since gone viral, the creator walked viewers through the step-by-step process of the impressive do-it-yourself (DIY) project.
Source: TikTok
The video started with the enthusiast unboxing the conversion kit and highlighting the hub motor, the core component that powers the electric bike. He noted the significant weight of the motor, indicating its power capacity: a 5,000-watt hub motor.
Bike enthusiast builds e-bike from old bicycle
He then demonstrated the installation process, showing key steps such as:
- mounting a heavy-duty tire onto the motorised wheel
- installing a disc brake system and torque arm for safety and stability
- connecting electronic components and securing the wiring to the bike frame
After completing the installation on the old bike, the creator took the electrified bicycle out for its first test ride.
The trending footage showed him cruising smoothly along a street, demonstrating the bike’s improved speed and performance.
Source: TikTok
He jokingly remarked that the project consumed his “entire life savings,” suggesting that the conversion kit required a significant financial investment.
Despite the cost, the successful test ride showed the project was worthwhile.
Watch the TikTok video of the e-bike enthusiast converting his old bike to a new one:
Reactions to old bike conversion to e-bike
The video has sparked interest among viewers, especially technology enthusiasts and cycling fans. Some of the comments are below:
Emmmz commented:
"Guy where you put that battery is not advisable."
Ãdéöyè said:
"1.8M for bicycle wey I no fit use cary my crush for road? how much dem they lady bike?"
am_dollar_vibes commented:
"Brr I dey your dm let deal."
Amaechi wrote:
"Super impressive man!"
Lady spends N31,000 on DIY Christmas tree
In a similar story, a Nigerian lady, Kella, shared how she made a budget-friendly DIY Christmas tree at home due to rising holiday decoration prices.
She used simple materials like a basket, rods, cellotape, and green ruffles, then spent a total of N31,000, including ornaments.
She said she was inspired by online videos and wanted to be creative without spending too much money.
Sharing the video on TikTok, she captioned it:
“Diy Christmas tree thats budget friendly. Everything used can be gotten at the market.”
Lady constructs a fence by herself
Legit.ng had earlier reported that a lady, upon receiving a quote of N10 million from a fencing specialist, which exceeded her budget, decided to do it herself.
Realising the cost was beyond her financial plan, she decided to take matters into her own hands.
She purchased the necessary materials and, through self-reliance, successfully completed the fencing project on her own.
Source: Legit.ng
