# DIY Electric Bike Kits The 'Swytch' Upgrades Your Bike in Seconds By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-11-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-kit References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/swytch-electric-bike-kit-15-11-2017/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/swytch-the-instant-ebike-kit-for-any-bike-electric--5#/) A growing number of [urban consumers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heybike-ec-compact) are opting to ride a bicycle for transportation purposes, so the 'Swytch' electric bike kit has been created to help them augment their existing ride into a powered version. The 'Swytch' works by being affixed onto your bicycle in a matter of moments and instantly going to work to provide you with an impressive level of power. The battery pack will provide you with 25 or 50 miles of range, depending on which of the five power modes you're utilizing, while recharging time takes just three hours. The 'Swytch' electric bike kit is able to hit speeds of up to 15mph in the UK and 20mph in the United States, which makes it ideal for [avid cyclers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-cycling-system) to use when riding for leisure or commuter purposes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Electric Bike Conversion Kits:** Opportunity for innovation in creating more efficient and user-friendly electric bike conversion kits. - **Urban Cycling:** Potential for disruptive innovation in urban cycling technologies and infrastructure to support growing consumer demand. - **Sustainable Transportation:** Opportunity to develop innovative solutions that promote sustainable transportation alternatives like electric bikes. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Bike Manufacturing:** Potential for manufacturers to produce electric bikes with removable conversion kits, providing consumers with flexibility and options. - **Battery Technology:** Disruptive innovation potential in developing more efficient and longer-lasting batteries for electric bike kits and other applications. - **Urban Infrastructure:** Opportunity for urban planners and infrastructure developers to incorporate electric bike-friendly features into city designs to encourage sustainable transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Widely-Compatible Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swytch-go.md) - [Compact Battery eBike Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swytch-ebike-conversion-kit.md) - [Micromobility Brand Bike Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swytch-go-ebike.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) - [Ultra-Compact Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clip-electric-motor.md) - [Powerful E-Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pikaboost-2.md) - [Custom-Built Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubbee-x-1.md) - [Customizable E-Bike Conversion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byqee-e-bike-conversion.md)