Convert your classic bicycle into electric

A electric bike kit (also called conversion kitAn electric bike (e-bike) is a set of components typically including a motor, battery, pedal assist sensor, and control screen. It is added to a regular bicycle to transform it into an electric bike (e-bike). Virvolt, Our system integrates perfectly with your bike to give it a second life, with performance worthy of the best new e-bikes.

It's the sensible choice! Why throw away a perfectly good bike to buy a heavy electric bike with a disastrous carbon footprint? By choosing toelectrifying your bicycle with Virvolt, YOU :

• Save money : A electric bike kit costs up to 50% less than a new e-bike of equivalent quality.
• Preserve the planet : You are promoting the circular economy by avoiding the manufacture of a new frame.
• Keep your comfort : You maintain the posture and agility of the bike on which you feel comfortable.

In 99.9% of cases, the answer is YES ! Whether you have a city bike, a mountain bike, a cargo bike or a vintage road bike, a conversion kit adapts to it. For example, our Virvolt 900 kit (with its universal bottom bracket motor) or our Virvolt 750 kit (Rear wheel motors) are designed to fit almost all frames on the market. If you have any doubts, our partner network can diagnose your bike very quickly.

VIRVOLT est aujourd’hui le seul motoriste à proposer des kits d’électrification dont 100 % des installations sont réalisées par notre réseau de professionnels qualifiés.

Depuis notre création, cette exigence guide notre démarche.

👉 Plus de 450 vélocistes experts composent aujourd’hui le réseau formés en continu via l'Académie VIRVOLT et nos documents techniques. Vous trouverez forcément un atelier proche de chez vous pour faire installer votre kit.

Chaque installation est ainsi réalisée dans le respect des normes européennes, avec des composants testés et garantis !

Absolutely. Every Virvolt conversion kit strictly adheres to the European and French standard (EN 15194) defining the e-bike:

• The motor's rated power does not exceed 250 Watts.
• The assistance automatically shuts off as soon as 25 km/h.
• Assistance is only activated when you pedal.

By choosing toelectrifying your bicycle, This one legally remains a standard bicycle. You can use all cycle paths!

No, no irreversible changes are made. At the house of Virvolt, We don't weld or drill anything. If you choose the Virvolt 900 kit, The motor attaches in the exact same position as your existing bottom bracket. With the Virvolt 750 kit, The motor replaces your wheel hub. The battery, meanwhile, uses your standard bottle cage mounts. The operation is 100% reversible!

Since the Virvolt electric bike kit complies with the 250W/25 km/h regulations, your electric bike is generally covered by your standard civil liability insurance (often included in home insurance). No registration certificate or license plate is required. If you have any doubts, you can of course check directly with your insurance company.

Our Virvolt 900 mid-drive motor is Made in France at the Renault factory site in Flins. Our wheel motors, however, are now assembled in France. We are actively working on the complete relocation of the assembly and as many components as possible, with a clear objective: to further strengthen the share of French manufacturing from 2026 onwards.

Regarding the batteries, they are currently produced in Asia. The French ecosystem does not yet allow us to offer a solution that is both economical and efficient on a large scale. But here too, we are making progress: we are actively seeking partners to relocate this strategic part in the medium term.

Our ambition is simple: to offer reliable, repairable electrical kits, increasingly manufactured in France.

Absolutely not! It's in the DNA of Virvolt. Each electric bike kit that we design is 100% repairable. If there is a problem with a electric motor kit, Our partners open the engine, identify the faulty part, and replace it. This is our commitment against planned obsolescence.

Yes, all the components of a Virvolt conversion kit (Motor, battery, screen, wiring) are certified waterproof (at least IP65 standard). You can ride in torrential rain without fear of short circuits.

That's a myth! Studies prove that users of electric bike make more sport. The assistance of a conversion kit It eliminates difficulties (headwinds, hills), encouraging you to cycle more often and for longer distances. And don't forget: you control the motor's assistance level. Virvolt !

No, and that's the whole point of...electrifying your bicycle for commuting by bike! By using the assistance of your electric bike kit At most, you arrive at the office feeling fresh and ready. In the evening, you are free to reduce your assistance level. Virvolt kit to do your cardio workout when you get home.

Absolutely not. If your battery Virvolt 900 kit Or 750 is empty, or if you turn it off, your bike reverts to a standard mechanical bicycle. Our motors are equipped with a internal freewheel which offers almost no resistance to pedaling when the system is off.

Adding a Virvolt conversion kit represents only 5 to 7 kg (motor + battery). Your bike therefore remains much lighter and more maneuverable than the majority of e-bikes on the market, which often weigh up to 25 kg.

And above all, with electric assistance, you You will hardly feel this extra weight : It's the equivalent of a satchel or a few everyday items.

Your autonomy electric bike kit depends on the battery capacity chosen, your weight, and the elevation gain. With Virvolt, You can count on:

• Between 50 and 70 km for the standard battery (ideal for urban journeys).
• Up to 120 km for our performance batteries.

It takes between 4 and 6 hours for a full charge from 0 to 100%. Your battery conversion kit It's removable: you can detach it with a simple turn of a key and plug it into a standard outlet at home or in the office. We also offer faster chargers.

At Virvolt, we have chosen to entrust the installation to certified bicycle retailers, for your safety.

The objective: check the overall condition of your bike (brakes, transmission, frame…) before adding a motor – you wouldn't install a Ferrari engine on a bike in poor condition. This ensures you get a bike that's in good condition. reliable, balanced and perfectly tuned.

And good news: The price of the kit includes installation., So you have nothing to add.

In the morning, you drop off your bike. In the evening, you leave with an electric bike, ready to ride!

The price for electrifying your bicycle depends on the system chosen. On average, expect to pay between €600 and €1250 (battery included) whether you opt for a Virvolt 500 kit or a powerful Virvolt 900 kit, this price includes labor at Virvolt.
Conclusion: the price of a conversion kit is 2 to 3 times lower than that of a new electric bike of equivalent quality!

Absolutely. Every Virvolt electric bike kit (engine, battery, accessories) is 2-year warranty. Even better, thanks to our 100% repairability policy, we guarantee the availability of spare parts (especially for the Virvolt 900 kit) well after the warranty period has ended.