# Bike-Upgrading Motors The 'GeoOrbital' Wheel Bike Kit Makes Any Traditional Bicycle Electric By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-03 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-kit References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2016/05/02/now-you-can-make-your-own-bike-electric-in-60-seconds/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1266381423/geoorbital-wheel-make-your-bike-electric-in-60-sec) Swapping out your analog bicycle for an [electric bicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bicycle-designs) can be expensive, so the 'GeoOrbital' wheel bike kit is here to help make any bike electric. Fitting onto the front wheel of your ride, the 'GeoOrbital' works by allowing users to upgrade their bike without having to buy an entirely new unit. The 'GeoOrbital' is purported by the brand to be capable of being installed in just 60-seconds and can provide 20mph speeds as well as between 20 and 50-miles of range. The 'GeoOrbital' wheel bike kit is currently available for preorder on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost) where the device has already garnered over $220,000 in funding support. The 'GeoOrbital' is set to be shipped to supported in November of this year to cyclists all over the world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Electric Bike Conversion Kits:** The trend of electric bike conversion kits are gaining popularity as a way to upgrade traditional bicycles without having to buy an entirely new ebike. - **Easy Installation Technology:** Trend of easy installation technology helps to eliminate the need for professional installation and allows customers to upgrade their products quickly and easily. - **Eco-friendly Transportation:** The trend of eco-friendly transportation is driving demand for electric bicycles and electric bike conversion kits as an alternative mode of transportation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Biking Industry:** The biking industry has an opportunity to tap into the growing market of eco-friendly transportation by offering electric bike conversion kits as a product line. - **Automotive Industry:** The automotive industry has an opportunity to expand its offerings by producing electric bike conversion kits that are compatible with different models of bicycles. - **Technology Industry:** The technology industry has an opportunity to leverage the trend of easy installation technology by developing innovative products that can be easily installed to upgrade traditional products into smart/connected products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expansive Electric Bike Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swytch-air.md) - [Powerful Aftermarket eBike Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheel-conversion-kit.md) - [Crowdfunded E-Bike Converters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost.md) - [Electric Motor Bicycle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zipforce-one.md) - [Ultra-Compact Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clip-electric-motor.md) - [Aftermarket Electric Cyclist Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kamingo-ebike-motor.md) - [Instant E-Bike Conversions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost-2-lite.md) - [E-Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skarper-system.md) - [Customizable E-Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byqee-e-bike-conversion.md)