Name: Alizeti 300C Review
Item: Alizeti 300C
Author: Court Rye

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A fully featured and complete friction-drive electric bicycle conversion kit that allows you take a conventional bike and upgrade it with an electrical system, is extremely versatile in application as well as options available to the consumer, comes with lights, turn signals, display, speakers, and even built in alarm and electric security lock
Driven by a friction roller that electronically engages by the arm extended from it by pushing up or down on the rear tire, this system can also lift it entirely so it has no drag for regular pedaling or if the battery is dead, even has a rain mode for wet conditions, something most other friction drives don’t have
Powered by a battery that is a 24v 11.6ah, can fit two batteries in the back if you want to double the watt hours, the battery housing also has a speaker system that will let you know if the bike is on or off as well as sound that alarm or horn if needed
Will work on many bikes, but must have correct mounting provisions and a smooth tire tread, rear setup is not exactly a rack, no speedometer, throttle, or motor inhibitor setup, starting off can be hard and may not be a good setup for those looking for low activity ebike

Make:

Alizeti

Model:

300c

Price:

$849 Plus Shipping

Suggested Use:

Commuting, Travel

Electric Bike Class:

Pedal Assist (Class 1)

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Warranty:

2 Years Battery, 1 Year System

Availability:

United States, Canada

Model Year:

2019

Battery Weight:

3.15 lbs (1.42 kg)

Frame Material:

Requires Rear Rack Attachment Point on Rear Dropouts

Geometry Measurements:

Rack and System Dimensions: 17" Long, 8.5" Wide, 14" Tall without Brackets

Frame Colors:

Matte Gray with Black Accents

Frame Rear Details:

Requires Dropout Width of 127mm to 217mm

Pedals:

Speed Sensor Magnet Requires Steel Core Pedal

Seat Post:

Seat Post Collar Adapter Available for Rack Mount

Rims:

Fits Between 26" and 29"

Tire Details:

Smooth Tread Preferred

Accessories:

Electronic Horn, Integrated LED Headlight, Rear Rack, Regen Mode, Rain Mode, Optional Bluetooth Module ($89), Optional Drop-In Ready Second Battery ($399), Seatpost Collar Adapter ($20)

Other:

Locking Removable Rack Mounted Battery Pack, MDA .64lb 2 Amp Charger, Basic Assembly Toolkit

Motor Brand:

Alizeti

Motor Type:

Rear-Mounted Gearless Motor

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Motor Nominal Output:

500 watts

Battery Voltage:

24 volts

Battery Amp Hours:

11.6 ah

Battery Watt Hours:

278 wh

Battery Chemistry:

Lithium-ion

Charge Time:

5.8 hours

Display Type:

Alizeti, Fixed, LED Display, Buttons: -, M, +, Light/Horn, Power (Lock Mode: Hold M, Rain Mode: Press M, Regen Mode: Hold -)

Readouts:

Battery Power (5 Bars), Assist Level and Function (Single Digit LED) Bluetooth App Available

Display Accessories:

Pulsing and Steady Front Light on Rear of Display

Drive Mode:

Cadence Sensing Pedal Assist

Top Speed:

20 mph (32 kph)

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To run the forums, host the website, and travel, I charge a universal service fee for my reviews. This in-depth review was sponsored by Alizeti Technology in Motion. My goal is to be transparent and unbiased with you, this video and writeup are not meant to be an endorsement of Alizeti products. I welcome your corrections, additions, and feedback in the comments below and the electric bike forums.

Pros:

A fully featured and complete friction-drive electric bicycle conversion kit that allows you take a conventional bike and upgrade it with an electrical system, is extremely versatile in application as well as options available to the consumer, applications range on any bicycle or tricycle that has a rear rack and drop out provisions
This has really changed my mind on friction-drive kits, friction drive always seemed inefficient to me and incapable of much power, however, this is like the Cadillac of friction-drives and really shows what is capable with such technology if you really try
Really an amazing price point when you consider other kits out there that cost around $1,499, the Alizeti 300c is only $849 in comparison, a great choice for commuters that want to save some money or even want a more simple system for their first conversion
The roller electronically engages by the arm extended from it by pushing up or down on the rear tire, this system can also lift it entirely so it has no drag for regular pedaling or if the battery is dead, this is a great feature if you want to walk the bike along without the friction
Alizeti also put pedal assist on the 300c, something that is very rare on friction drive motor, it uses a small magnet that attaches to the core of the pedal, this counts pedal rotation for cadence based assist and really helps you get up and go
For the review, I placed it on my 700c tire sized bike, and it should be applicable on most any common wheel sizes, this is great for versatility and getting the application on more bikes
This has an interesting user interface, the display is a small medallion type of surface where the border acts as buttons, I thought it was cool and easy to use, it shows 5 LEDs that correspond to your battery level, it also has a little letter display that will tell you what kind of modes you are in
Some of the modes include L for lock mode, this presses the motor hard onto the tire with no electrical assist so that it drags heavily, this makes it very difficult to pedal or push, if they are able to push the bike a few rotations of the pedal, the speaker system will sound a loud alarm that is capable of going on and on for weeks with a full battery
If you hold the down button it puts it into F mode for regen, this allows you to reproduce energy based on the friction from the motor, this does slow you down quite a bit however, and I am not sure how much it is generating, but it is great for hills and it is nice that you can change it on the fly
The included battery is a 24v 11.6ah, that is a bit smaller in voltage for what we are used to seeing on pre-made ebikes, but the application works well here since all it is powering is the friction arm, a few different LEDs and a speaker
I love that the battery is surrounded by this metal casing, it is also secured via lock and key, so there is a lot of piece of mind here, the battery slides in and out along this tray and has a second slot for up to two batteries to extend the range and make this a dual battery setup
Charging is done with a small 2amp charger so that slower charge will help the battery life, to really care for this and other lithium-ion packs, I have heard that storing in a cool dry location vs. extreme heat or cold will extend the life and try to keep it about 50% full when not using for long periods so you won’t stress the cells, try not to let it run down to zero, because that’s really hard on the cell chemistry
If you look closely, you can see a bit of a mesh grille on the battery housing in the rear facing the the front of the bike, this is a speaker system that will indicate an audible chime when you turn it on or off as a good indicator of whether the system is functioning or not, this also operates a horn which I found nice and loud, pretty handy, especially if your current conversion prospect doesn’t have a bell
The kit also has battery integrated lights, I find the headlight to be really bright here, they have them available for the front and the rear, safety has always been a priority for myself and other cyclists, so it’s nice to see that more and more companies are including these on ebikes
That front light has a steady mode or a pulse mode, there is a button on the display that can activate or change this
I didn’t get a chance to install or test them, but the kit also comes with turn signals, this is really cool and handy for commuters, especially if you are in a situation where you are trying to keep both hands on the bike, thoughtful features like this show that they are trying to go above and beyond other friction kits
I keep saying this thing is full featured, and if you’re not sold by now, it also has a rain mode, this is a huge win since most friction drives just free spin in the rain, causing it not only to be useless, but potentially dangerous, I got to test it myself in the video, you should check it out, I was quite surprised as it worked very well
This really changed my mind as to what a friction drive could be, the pedal assist was really consistent and powerful, I have to be honest, going into the review I was a little worried, but this kit won me over
Being able to transform an existing bike into electric with multiple drive modes and higher speeds like this for just $849 seems pretty good to me, there are cheaper kits out there, but most of them don’t offer this level of performance or features
The kit essentially makes your application a Class 1 ebike, so this means it is legal for more trails, paths, and vicinities than other Class 2 or Class 3 ebikes, a nice upgrade for your existing bike, but not too crazy that the law comes down hard on you

Cons:

Because this is a friction drive, designed to interface with a tire, you better make sure its a smooth tire and not a mountain bike tire, knobby tires vary in pattern and tread and will likely not give you the results you want if any, so make sure your application is on a smoother tire
Going along with that, you also need seat stay provisions for mounting as well as a drop out (the drop out is a must) area, if not this kit will not work, you could maybe get a collar adapter for the seat stay mounting, but there is nothing you can do if you do not have a drop out section
The way the battery and system mount on the back make it look like a rear rack, but it is the battery housing, I would hesitate to treat this like a rack and put large weight on there, most racks are rated for 55lbs, and I imagine if you were to tax this with that kind of weight, it could really harm the system
The display is kind of cool, but there is no speedometer at all to tell how fast you’re going, I have tested and ridden many bikes in my carrier and I would say that if I had to guess, the top speed on this kit is around 20mph, but keep in mind it will not tell you
The kit doesn’t come with any motor inhibitor type setup, this is unfortunate, because you have to fight with the motor a bit when stopping, do be aware of that, especially if you are coming from an ebike background and are excepting the motor to cut off when braking
Unlike a purpose-built electric bike, kits usually have extra wires that aren’t as hidden or neat looking, this is really up to you or the shop you take it to if you want a clean and professional look, if you don’t take your time, this could really make the bike stand out in a bad way as it can look homemade if not done right
There is no way around it, this thing is loud, if you are looking for a quiet ebike, this is not the one for you, the friction noise coupled with the electric motor makes for a noisy setup, it didn’t but me that much, but keep in mind you can’t escape it unless you turn it off
Because the pedal sensor is far in the back, you have to do an entire pedal rotation some times to get it going, if you want less effort and more smoothness, make sure you are in the right gear to start it up, once it gets going it’s not so bad and you should be fine
There is no throttle on this kit, and as I just said, the pedaling does not provide immediate response, for those reasons, this setup may not be good for those looking for low activity or for the health recovery after surgery that ebikes can offer

Useful Resources:

Official Alizeti website

January 29, 2024 (10 months ago)

dan howard

5 years ago

I notice that some e bikes come equipped with tires rated for use on e bikes. With this and other conversion kits, should tires be upgraded from the original tires?

Court

Hi Dan, in my humble opinion… it’s probably not a big factor in terms of wear. If the concern is safety and visibility, then a puncture resistant tire with reflective sidewalls could be a great option :)

Tony

I would just like to clarify some of the cons mentioned in this article as some may need to be clarified.

The rear rack can support the additional weight. It has been designed with special channels as attachment points under the rubber strips on the top of the unit. Side bags can also be added to the rack as it has been designed to accommodate side bags and extra weight.

It is also true that the controller doesn’t have any indication for speed, but the FREE Alizeti mobile app acts as a cycling computer and can display all the important information required by the rider. The app also allows wireless software updates to be done via the optional Bluetooth module so any improvement can be implemented easily.

The Alizeti 300C is designed to stop providing power when the rider stops pedaling. In an emergency, the rider can simply backpedal once to immediately stop the power to the motor.

The noise that can be heard when the kit is in motion can help keep the rider safe by alerting cars to your position.

Finally a multi-magnet pedal sensor will be available as an option very soon and will provide quicker overall response for the system.

Thanks for this very informative review from EBR!

Thanks for the clarifications on this, Tony. Are you satisfied with the review that Mikey performed? Your insights are great, since you know the product intimately, and I want to make sure you feel like we’ve done a good job. Feel free to call me directly through the contact page here if you feel compelled.

mike

4 years ago

What is the roller made out of – the part that actually contacts the tire?

Hi Mike! I think it’s a firm durable rubber. While I was not the one who actually covered this product (that was Mikey). I’ve reviewed similar ebike friction drive kits and that’s what they used. I hope this helps!

Thanks for replying… The reason I asked was that I have a friction drive motor that I reviewed on Qiroll.

The main problem with it is the rubberlike tape that sticks to it, comes off and has to be replaced too often. I was thinking since the roller is a nice smooth flat metal that maybe that alone would be sufficient to power the tire without causing any wear. I have Marathon Schwalbe.

I’ve seen some friction drives that use a smooth metal roller others with a bit of indented pattern in them I guess for better contact with the tire.

Timothy S. Wolf

At 61 years old, I’m using this to get up hills after work. The motor as such is anemic at best, and the controller does not work properly, at all. One year old… I would expect better, but I’m a realist. Will call service tomorrow. If I’m not angry tomorrow, I’ll ask for a new controller. If I’m still angry, I’ll send the whole thing back, and call it a lesson learned.

Hey Timothy, thanks for sharing your feedback about power and reliability. Sorry to hear that you’re having some issues after the first year. I hope things go smoothly for you :/

Pierre

3 years ago

Hi! The Alizeti campaign is now close since the covid 19, So I can’t find replacement parts. I need a new PAS sensor, and a new head controller display, I live in Montréal near the head office of Alizeti, but it seem to be closed. I would really like to find out where to get the parts I need, to make my system work again.

Hi Pierre! I wish there was something I could do to help you… perhaps there are parts for sale on Amazon, or you could buy a used Alizeti from someone else? It can be difficult and frustrating when a company goes out of business. You could also ask for help in the EBR forums here, to see if anyone has suggestions.

Peter

2 years ago

Hi, Did the Alizeti 300C ever get to market? I have been having a conversation on the uk site pedelecs.co.uk about Alizeti (and more generally alternative ebike (pedelec) conversions). Does Alizeti or successor still exist. Look forward to any comments. Thanks

Hi Peter! This is Court chiming in, and I’m not sure because I haven’t seen one in the wild. Maybe it made it to some markets, but not the areas of the US I visited or Canada. Mikey did this particular review, he runs Blue Monkey Bicycles YouTube channel and he might have more info!!