Is it worth it to make you're own E-bike? (Yose power ebike kit review)

So—should you build your own eBike? Or just buy one off the shelf?Today, we’re converting a regular bike into an eBike using the Yose Power 250W conversion kit. I’ll walk you through the install, give it a test ride, and in the end—answer the real question: is it actually worth it?

Installing the kit

You get everything you need in the box: a 250W rear hub motor wheel, controller, throttle, display, and battery. Installing it isn’t exactly hard, but it’s not plug-and-play either. You’ll need to swap out the wheel, mount the rear rack battery, route the wiring, and fit the display and controls.

The tricky part? Not every bike works perfectly with the kit. You’ve got to match the wheel size, make sure the frame has room for a rack, and then… hope it all fits. On mine, it didn’t at first—but with a few zip ties and some patience, I made it work.

It took me a couple of hours, a little trial and error, but honestly, it’s a pretty fun project if you enjoy tinkering. And when you’re done, you understand exactly how it all works—which makes future repairs a breeze.

The ride experience

Once it’s set up, the ride really depends on the bike you start with. The motor is a 250W rear hub, legal in Europe, and has enough torque for easy city riding. You get pedal assist and optional throttle, with smooth, predictable power.

Range will depend on the battery size you choose—and how efficient your donor bike is—but you’re generally looking at 40 to 70 kilometers. It’s not a high-performance eBike, but it turns a normal bike into something much more usable day-to-day.

Is it worth it?

Here’s the honest truth—if you’re doing this purely to save money, probably not. By the time you buy the kit, find a decent bike, and spend a few hours installing it, you’re close to the price of an entry-level eBike that’s ready to ride out of the box.

But if you like the idea of building your own, learning the mechanics, and customizing as you go—it’s really satisfying. Plus, you can electrify a high-quality Dutch bike and end up with something better and cheaper than a store-bought Dutch eBike.

The verdict

The Yose Power kit is reliable, road legal, and delivers exactly what it promises—a basic, no-frills eBike. If you’re into DIY projects, go for it. If you want something polished and effortless, just buy a complete bike instead.

Big thanks to Yose for sending me the kit. Link’s in the description if you want to check it out. Ride far, ride fast, and ride forward. Cheers.

Check out Yose power:

https://tinyurl.com/YoseTTB