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We took delivery of our Swytchbike conversion kit in July 2024 . It was well packaged and the instructions very clear and easy to follow. I installed it straight away but have waited until now to allow time for a full trial of the kit . It is EXCELLENT!!! We just needed a kit that gave a little boost to give confidence in cycling again. and did not see a need to replace a good pre exiting bike with a full electric heavy weight.. the weight addition from the kit is around ~3Kg so not much... and the range of the Go+ is more than enough for a days cycling. I would recommend the optional OLED display to make more boost level options available. I highly recommend this kit and the customer service from Swytchbike
Robert Child
Love my Swytch bike! It's smooth, extremely quiet, and cruises at 20mph all day long. Around 30 miles of range with the Go-plus power pack and medium pedal assist. Power delivery is smooth, like a burst of tailwind—all the time! More than enough power to compensate for loaded panniers and a fully clothed 200-pound person. Best thing: I still get to ride my favorite old bike.
Practical SoCal Biker
Very pleased with the kit so far. It was easy to fit. Only slight problems with rearranging other attachments on the bike - lock, lights - to make room for the battery and display. I am holding off giving 5 stars as i have only done short journey's so far. My previous battery didn't last very long. So I awaiting to assess it's long term performance before it gets 5 stars!
David
I love my Swytch conversions I've done two Bromptons. The first has been going strong son early 2020. I've gone over 3000miles on the second Brompton this year. The power is smooth and enough to get up the steepest hills. I ride everywhere in our city daily errands and for pleasure. I also tour, this year the Empire State railtrail in upstate New York. It's reliable. I take planes, trains, buses. The Air battery (90 watt hours) can fly on planes, a big bonus for travelers! 4 friends have them, on my recommendation.
Jere
Easy to install (I do maintain my own bikes) onto my Brompton which still folds up perfectly. Absolutely transformed my journey home up a 40m climb. Battery regen charging a fantastic addition.
Anonymous
very easy to install and if you got a problem, the helpcenter is helpfull. All good the only remark the UPS delivery is not great (i lost my package and had to search for it myself)
Guy Verbanck
My wife loves this as she spins past me which she has not done in the last 25 years ,if everything stays aligned it makes her BIKE FLY ALONG
Bill inskip
I ordered and fitted the Swytch kit to my 2018 Giant Fathom MTB to use to commute to work. The MAX battery is only good for 10 - 15 km, around the hills in town. I can extend the range to 20km if I turn off the power on the downhills and flat terrain. Overall, I'm happy the way it works for short commutes.
David
Converting our Bromptons has allowed us to get out more and go greater distances the only thing i wish i had done was also get the hand controls as it would make it a little easier for my wife who is now in her seventies.
Clive
Ease of use - simple and it works! I have however not really understood how I order spare parts.
Mark
I just Love it 🙂
Anonymous
The product works, as advertised. Is well made and sturdy. I had a couple of of problems which you cleared up.
Vin Springer
Super easy installation and so far, working flawlessly !! Price seemed reasonable for the value you received, had an order issue and they took care of it promptly.
Anonymous
The kit works very well. It helps you enjoy your ride, and “enters” softly, you don’t even notice the electric help. It’s not a 5 star rating ( for me a 4.5) for 2 reasons: the autonomy is not as much as stated, and the waiting times have to be really improved. I have been trying to contact the web to get either another kit or an extra battery, but has been imposible. Just getting into a never-ending waiting list. To sum up: it really gets its work done, really worth its price, converting your bike into an E-bike; but if you want to buy, you should take advantage of the season offers they release, when they have stock…
David Polo
Relatively Light weight & portable solution to lugging heavier loads up hills … & economical too! Power surges can be a bit erratic when battery starts to run low but longer journeys possible with a bit of planning ( & a spare battery) 👍
Anonymous
Hi from Ontario, Canada! I am leaving this review hoping it may help any trikers. I bought Schwinn Meridian Adult Tricycle Bike and Swytch for my son but he did not like it. So, it ended up to be my commuter trike. Installation was easy and straight forward. My commute is around 5km one way. Since my trike is much heavier than a normal bike the battery needs charging in my office for return trip. Other than that I do not see any issue. You may go with a bigger battery if you are planning longer ride. I am uploading some of closeups to show you the installation. I hope it helps.
Anonymous
Swytch bike has eliminated the hills and wind of New Zealand that makes biking a challenge. We are motivated to go out riding heaps more now knowing we can enjoy the thrill of riding without the pain of going up that one hill against the wind. We get to keep using our nice bikes that we love and are accustomed to but with the benefit of a little extra power when we need it. Also, we love having an extra battery when we want to go a little further. Only wished I had bought the bigger battery as my extra versus the smaller on.
Ken & Kim Voo
The swytch kit has worked well on my Brompton, though I did have some teething issues at the beginning, but they appear to be all resolved. However trying to get my kit registered for warranty has been less then straight forward and I have made two attempts on line to get this done, have followed all instructions and uploaded images of fitting kit to bike and complete all tasks requested and sent, but I have had no response to date, that my registration has been successful? Hopefully you will respond to this survey and get this sorted! I will then be happy to give you a much higher star score.
Kevin Dempsey
very good battery. small and easy to install,recharge and carry around. had some little issues installing it (my fault) and the support team helped me out in no second. good job guys.
Anonymous
Bought the Swytch kit for my wife so she could keep up with me. She loves it for the exercise, especially because you must be peddling for e-assist to function. Operation is very smooth and seamless when you begin to peddle. Now I can't keep up to her on inclines and into the wind.
Anonymous
This was a great way to convert your bike to an e-bike. When the order arrived it was very simple to install on my existing bike and was using it very quickly. It's fun to ride and the product delvers in almost every way. There are only a few things I can point out that would make this a better product and the first one is battery capacity. I ordered the largest battery and it doesn't last as long as it was advertised. On a full charge I can probably get 10 miles at the very most and I wish that it would allow for more. That brings me to the only other thing I would like to see improved and that is the ability to order replacement parts or even extra batteries after purchasing the kit. I broke the speedometer while upgrading some of the parts on the bike and in order to get a replacement for this I had to email customer service and ask them to order it for me and because of miscommunication the part they sent me was the standard speedometer and not the OLED that I wanted so it would be much easier if there was a store you could visit and pick the part you want. I would also love to get an extra battery but don't really want to go through emailing customer service and maybe getting the wrong part. Those are two small things that kept me from giving it 5 stars but if you are looking for an ebike this wont let you down.
Josh
Difficult to fit to make work on a BB30 bottom bracket bike ( need an FSA insert shell and a cartridge bottom bracket) but can work no problem once thought about Brilliant once done but not a quick solution but can make it work.
Richard Harris ( ex bike mechanic)
Six months in and still working like a dream. The customer care was amazing. The team were super helpful to answer all my questions without delay. An amazing product and amazing customer/aftercare.
Paul Imbusch
I love it- like cycling but without all the boring bits! Super-easy to set up too. The only issue is the battery - I have a 15 mile ride to do, so bought the larger battery, but after a few goes it only just lasts for this distance. Wish I’d opted for the integrated lights too as that would be so convenient.
Anonymous
Love what it did to my bike makes all journeys pleasurable and so much more efficient - rarely use my car in the city any more I do wish the charger unit was more robust. After only a few months wires are really lose and anxious it’s going to be out of use soon. Also the battery lights and the on bike battery gauge are in no way aligned so it’s easy to suddenly find yourself out of power when you think you have more. That aside it’s a firm hit with me.
Anonymous
My purchase was a little bit of a reluctant one for me and a must from my wife’s perspective. I didn’t want it so that I wouldn’t depend on it but after 3 major breakdowns on my almost 30 year old Vision Recumbent it started to make more sense. So I ordered my swytch for that bike and after placing the order it finally broke down a 4th time braking parts of the frame making it nearly impossible to trust it out on any long rides with any distance from home. So I then flew from Boston to Central New York to visit a dealer that had the 2 most popular 2 wheel recumbents to try them out. After settling on the Streetmachine GTE ordering it and waiting 6 weeks for it the kit had arrived for my old machine. The wheel had to be swapped but other than that the install went smooth. The mounting of the battery was the next problem. Being a machinist and mechanical designer it was easy to design and build a delrin (plastic) block to mount it under my main tube. A few weeks after I made the adapter I received a surprise package from Swytch and in it was a very nice aluminum cast part made for the very same purpose and almost identical design to mine. That is great service sending me out the part and at no cost to me. It’s winter time in New England and too cold for me to ride but I can’t wait till the weather turns and I can try out my new kit just to get over that last hill home or to take me farther in my journey than I dared travel before.
Ron
I really like how compact the battery system it, how easy it is to charge up and how the Swytch bike really helps assist my ride, especially on the hills where I live. It makes bike riding more manageable on my aging joints and makes me want to keep riding my bike consistently. I'm very please I was able to convert my favorite bike into an eBike. My one regret is not having ordered the larger battery. Depending on my route, the hills can really use up charge in a hurry, so in hindsight, I should have chosen having more capacity.
Paul, in WA USA
E-Brompton with Swytch kit: commuting is no longer the same First of all, I was surprised (Note: it's my first experience with an e-bike) by the acceleration power of the engine... a bomb! Climbs no longer exist, with my 3 gear when you exceeded a 4% gradient the pedaling was quite hard without the engine. The installation was simple and I had fun understanding how to manage the passage of the cables also to allow it to be folded without problems. With the engine off, you can feel the resistance of the engine when starting to pedal, less during the bike ride on a flat ground. I appreciated the rather smooth power transmission mode and the relative silence of the engine. The lightness and compactness of the kit - I took the Swytch max kit with an overall weight of the bike increased by only 3.5kg - comes at the expense of a not exceptional declared autonomy of 30km: after four months of use I travel about 45km and 400m D+ elevation a week with 2 full battery charges. I quote from another review the ONLY NEGATIVE NOTE regarding the Swytch kit I found: "...the computer part and the battery both have power indicators and yet they almost never agree with each other. The computer power level indicator shrinks very quickly and will cut out and stop sending power to the motor even though the battery indicator is still showing three of five lights meaning there should be at least 50% of battery left. What makes this even worse is that when power is not actively being sent to the motor there is considerable drag against your self-powered pedaling. Then if I stop at a stop sign or for a minute or two on the side of the road the…
Daniele Z
I have been using the Swytch Max Kit 16" for my daily commute and occasional trips. It's a great kit that is easy to use, smart and reliable. However, during the kit set-up, I faced the issue of a broken pedal sensor cable. Despite that, I love the Swytch Max Kit. During the kit set-up, I faced the issue of a broken pedal sensor cable. The Swytch Support team sent me the replacement items for free, which was great. However, the support process was slow and it took a long time for them to respond to my queries. Even after receiving an automated response with a ticket number, I had to wait for days, sometimes even weeks, to get a response from them. Many people have complained about the slow response time in the reviews, and I believe the company needs to improve its customer support procedures and responsiveness. Overall, I would highly recommend the Swytch Kit, but you need to be patient with their support team.
Jule
I am still getting used to the kit. It looks great. I can now go easily uphill even after 20 km ride!👍
Liz

Swytchers

Meet our customers and their converted bikes!

Seif's Brompton

Say hello to Seif Abdelsalaam from London! He finds his Brompton A-Line very convenient so he converted it to electric with Swytch Folding Kit. Now he can easily overcome any hill. What's more, with our compact kit, he can still use the folding feature of his bike. His four-legged companion Lila enjoys Swytch Kit rides and we're sure you would too!

Cameron's Surly

From Atlanta's busy streets, Cameron relies on his hybrid converted Swytch bike to zoom through the city traffic, ensuring his ride stays secure and unstoppable.

Matt's Dahon

Matt found his love for biking again after a tough accident. With our Swytch kit, he easily transformed his folding Dahon into a ride he could enjoy once more. It's stories like these that inspire us every day!

Russell's Brompton

Say hello to Russell and his Huffer. He lives in Austin Texas and he’s a big cycling enthusiast who is passionate about improving cycling in his neighbourhood. He enjoyed his sweat-free, easy-to-install Swytch so much that he and his wife already Swytched two of their bikes - folding and trike! It helps him to extend the range of his bike journeys and allows him to stay stylish even during cycling!

Fabriza’s Ridgeback

Meet Fabrizia and her Ridgeback step-through Swytch Bike! Fabrizia, a DJ from London, relies on her Swytch bike for gigs. ⚡She converted her Ridgeback into an "invisible" eBike, enjoying power and range while staying under the radar.

Paul's Giant Anthem

Introducing the incredible Paul from London! 🚀 Paul converted his favourite mountain bike with our Swytch AIR Kit and mounted it to the seat post!

Pauline's Analog Motion 1+

Meet Pauline and her Analog Motion 1+! Pauline, wanted to have an electric boost for city rides - especially when visiting her friends! What’s interesting about her conversion is that her bike was initially a heavy e-bike but she removed the battery and replaced it with a lightweight Swytch battery! That way she can get the best of both worlds - the electric boost of an e-bike with the light weight of a regular bike.

Wai and Eli's Hybrid Bike

Meet Wai and Eli, an awesome Vegas couple who upgraded their ride with Swytch Bike! Eli says, "The Swytch kit was overwhelmingly easy to install and it positively changed the way we commute."

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“If you have a bike you love and don’t want to give up…then Swytch could be just the thing.” The Guardian

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"With the Swytch Go, I get to have my cake and eat it...hills are a breeze and I can arrive at work fresh and sweat-free. But I love still having my original bike underneath."

Tom’s Guide Sep-24

"It devours hills, makes flats effortless, and handles more or less like the Volpe I know and love — just with more oomph on demand. Since the battery pops off in seconds, and the hub motor is virtually indistinguishable from a standard bike, I found it easy to lock up outside without worrying about theft."

Washington Post Aug-24

"The result is a pretty workable e-bike setup, which will enable you to ride your old bike up the same hills at a gratifyingly enhanced pace."

The Telegraph May 24

"Weighing between 2-2.6 kg (4.5-5.7 lb) depending on the model, the GO batteries are fairly lightweight and easy to handle. They’re also IPX6 rated to withstand all-weather riding, and are certified to UL standards for safety."

Electrek May-24

"Easy conversion by replacing the front wheel with a motorised one. Includes a convenient handlebar-mounted battery, and an LCD display in place of buttons, which makes it easier to see your battery level and more. "

Cycling News May 24

"Swytch Technology has created the Swytch Kit, which can convert any conventional bike into an e-bike, making climbing up hills and commuting much easier."

Digital Journal Mar 24

"The kit is remarkably lightweight and includes a portable power pack that fits on your handlebars. A quick hand twist is all it takes to swap between eBike and standard bicycle functionality."

The Tech Edvocate Mar 24

"...Swytch's budget-conscious ebike conversion kit...with three battery options and a hefty pre-order discount"

BikeRadar May-24

"...traditional bikes can be given a new lease of life with an ebike conversion kit..."

New Atlas May-24

"...the Go Kit is designed to withstand all weather conditions, boasting an IPX6 waterproofing standard and complies with the newly introduced UL battery safety certification..."

Bike Biz May-24

"...for as low as $349 for those who join the waitlist for pre-ordering the kit. That’s a heckuva deal for e-mobility..."

Clean Technica May-24

"...The kit is designed for easy installation, making it accessible for a wide range of users..."

Trendhunter May-24

"The Swytch offers a way to try out the e-bike concept on a bike you already own, without jumping through a lot of hoops"

CNN Underscored Aug-23

"...a five-year-old British company claims that its kit can turn any bike into a state-of-the-art electric bike...1 in 14 new ebikes in the UK are now powered by its Kits."

Sky News mar-23

"Remember the old ads where the guy liked his electric razor so much he bought the company? Well, I didn't quite buy the company but I liked trialling an e-bike so much I'm getting one of my own now"

Irish Examiner feb-23

Forbes "Remarkably both simple to install and surprisingly powerful"

Forbes feb 23

"I’m here to tell you about the Swytch bike and why I think it beats the competition, hands down."

Medium feb-23

"The conversion kit is revelatory ... Take it from me – it’s worth it."

Engadget jan-23

"All in all, you can get going in under an hour. It’s well priced, especially compared to a new electric bike, and if you already own a good bike it means you don’t have to find the storage space for a second bike just for commuting."

The Irish Times dec 22

"Swytch’s new conversion kit includes a 700g, smartphone-sized battery that will electrify any bike"

Bike Radar aug-22

"Swytch Bike sells a DIY e-bike conversion kit complete with motorized wheel and battery pack. The startup can barely keep them in stock."

Bloomberg dec-22

"The bottom line is that once converted, it's just a really good eBike. I've ridden a lot of eBikes at this point and the Swytch kit is my favourite."

Cycling News sep 22

"I was already a big fan of the small format battery, but the company has now taken its handlebar-mounted Power Packs to the next level with a totally new battery design"

Electrek jul 22

"Swytch Technology’s Handlebar-Bag Battery Reduced To iPhone-Size To Convert Any Bike Into Electric Bike"

Forbes apr-22

"Weighing in at just 1.5 pounds...Swytch Kit makes it easy to convert any bike into an eBike."

Gear Patrol oct 22

"Swytch Bike is at its second evolution of their electric bike conversion kit. It is the solution to switch from a traditional bike to an electric, cheap and ecological version. It is difficult to do better."

Jeux Video nov-22

"When looking into other ebike conversion kits, remember that none offer the same quality and customer support Swytch does"

Make Use Of dec-22

"I think this might be one of the coolest bits of tech I've reviewed all year. The concept of converting a standard bicycle into an ebike is nothing new, but British firm Swytch has taken the concept and pretty much turned it into a work of art."

Manchester Evening News oct 22

"If you're in the market for an ebike and you have a decent standard bike already, it's worth considering the Swytch"

New Atlas apr-22

"If you have a bike you love but you want the boost of a motor to help you on your way, DIY e-bike kits might help."

The Guardian oct 22

"New, lighter version of the Swytch battery and mount make this already great e-bike conversion kit even better"

Cycling week sep 22

"Swytch is about as effective a performer and as good value as you can get....there are no real downsides and a lot of pluses."

ebike tips oct 22

"If you're happy with your current bike ...but want to add a motor into the mix, there's no better option than Swytch."

Express oct 21

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