Originally Posted by Barrettscv

I own a Specialized Vado SL 5 and I had previously built up a conversion. Even the best conversions look cobbled together with numerous wires strung up and down the downtube. Some conversions might not have sufficient braking systems. It may be a while before supply meets demand and the price of new e-bikes becomes more affordable, for now most new e-bikes are inflated by strong demand and limited supply.