Uploaded May 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Here Gordon demonstrates the basic installation process of mounting a prelaced Shengy SX2 hub motor wheel on a standard bike frame. There isn't much to the process other than paying attention to the inside tabbed washers and ensuring a nice fit in the dropout slot.

These medium sized helical cut geared motors are a popular choice for ebike conversions that need more sustained power capability than the tiny Bafang G310/G311 hubs. For more detailed information on them check out the product info page here:

ebikes.ca/product-info/grin-kits/shengyi-sx-geared-hubs.html

If you choose to get an unlaced hub motor then you would first need to build it up into a rim as we demonstrated here:
youtube.com/watch?v=3OialWggZJo