The Hiland Fat Tire Complete Build
This off-road specialty bike is designed for the rider who doesn’t want the trail to dictate their journey. We took a rugged high-carbon steel frame and integrated the legendary Bafang G320 (BBSHD) 1000W motor, creating a machine capable of conquering sand, mud, and the steepest rocky inclines the DMV area has to offer. Because fat tires (24″ x 4″) naturally add more rotating mass, a standard motor simply wouldn’t cut it. That’s why we went with the BBSHD—a motor famous in the DIY community for its nearly indestructible internal gearing and massive 160 Nm of torque.
Engineering this build was a fun challenge. To ensure we maintained a balanced center of gravity while fitting a high-performance battery into the frame’s tight geometry, we utilized the Samsung 50S Wedge Mini Shark. It was a “perfect marriage” of components; the 50S cells provide the high-amperage capability required for those aggressive initial launches, effortlessly overcoming the weight of the oversized tires. Whether you’re a teen looking for a capable trail bike or an adult needing a “pothole-proof” commuter for the city, this Hiland conversion offers a level of raw power and stability that standard e-bikes can’t match. It’s compact, it’s aggressive, and it’s built to explore.
- Motor: Bafang G320 Mid Mount Motor 1000W
- Battery: 52V Wedge Mini Shark Battery DP-2170-4 (Samsung 50S Cells)
- Display: DP C01
- Frame: 20” (50.8 cm) high carbon steel
- Shifters: Shimano Microshift MS25 7 speed twist shifters
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano TY300D, 7 speeds
- Brake: Front and rear disc brakes, alloy brake levers
- Hubs: Alloy, front with alloy quick release, rear nutted axle
- Tires: 24 x 4 inch tires run with very low air pressure
- Freewheel: Shimano 7 Speed 14/28T steel
- Chain: KMC Steel 1/2x 2/32
- Kickstand: Included
- Weight Capacity: 270 lbs. (122.5 kg.)
- Weight: Approximately 26 kg (57 lbs)
If you do not see a bike for your size, please feel free to reach out through the contact page and send a note about what you’re looking for and we can discuss height, performance, and use case for your future bike. Also, if you already have a preexisting bike that you would like to convert into electric but do not want to do the install, we can also discuss that as well with the calendar booking under the same contact page.
