Description
Strider 12 Electric Motor Kit — Sport & Pro
- Motor: 250W hub motor
- Fits: Strider 12 Sport & Pro, 85–100mm rear dropouts
- Install: Plug-and-play, no welding
Skill Progression
Built to Teach Throttle Control First
A Soft Start feature ramps power in gradually instead of snapping to full torque, giving a first-time rider room to learn throttle and braking before stepping up to a bigger electric bike. Multiple speed settings mean the same kit grows with a kid’s confidence instead of being replaced after one season.
Right-Sized Controls
A Throttle Built for Small Hands
The included throttle is sized down for younger riders rather than borrowed from an adult-scale kit, paired with multiple speed settings so power output can be capped as confidence builds.
Lightweight by Design
Keeps the Strider’s Original Agility
A 250W motor is enough to move a lightweight balance bike frame without adding the bulk of a full-power dirt bike conversion, the kit is built to preserve the Strider’s low weight and easy handling rather than turn it into something heavier and harder to control.
Specifications
| Motor | 250W hub motor |
|---|---|
| Battery system | 21V (2.6Ah stock-equivalent, 4Ah upgrade available) |
| Frame fit | Strider 12 Sport & Pro, 85–100mm rear dropouts |
| Install time | ~30 minutes, plug-and-play, no welding |
| Speed control | Multiple speed settings + Soft Start feature |
Installation Notes
- Hub motor wheel, pre-wired to the included controller and throttle
- 21V 2.6Ah battery (stock-equivalent) with mounting bracket
- Bar clamp and cable routing hardware
- No special tools required beyond a standard hex key set
Description
Why buy a new e-bike when the one your kid already rides can do the job? This kit bridges the gap between a balance bike and a dirt bike: a 250W hub motor bolted into the rear wheel, wired to a battery and throttle sized for the Strider 12 frame specifically.
The kit is built for 85mm to 100mm rear dropouts, the exact spacing on the Strider 12 Sport and Pro. It’s not stated to fit the Classic trim or the 2026 Comp, both of which may use different dropout spacing, check your exact trim before ordering.
Two features separate this from a generic motor swap: a Soft Start mode that ramps power in gradually rather than snapping to full torque, and multiple speed settings that let a parent scale output up as a rider gets more confident, instead of the bike being either off or at full power with nothing in between.
Strider 12" kit vs. the 14" kit — same motor platform, different frame fit
| 12" Kit (this page) | 14" Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | 250W hub motor | 250W hub motor |
| Battery | 21V (2.6–4Ah) | 24V |
| Frame fit | 85–100mm dropouts (Sport/Pro) | 100–135mm rear forks |
| Top speed | Not stated | Up to 13 mph (3rd speed) |
| Brakes | Not specified in listing | Dual disc brakes |
| Price | $269.97 | $249.97 |
FAQ
- Will this fit a Strider 12 Classic?
- Not stated by the supplier. The listing specifies Sport and Pro models with 85–100mm rear dropouts. Measure your dropout spacing or contact us before ordering for a Classic.
- Do I need to weld or drill the frame?
- No. It’s a plug-and-play install, roughly 30 minutes with basic hand tools.
- What does Soft Start actually do?
- It ramps motor power in gradually when the throttle is first engaged, instead of delivering full torque immediately, useful for a rider who hasn’t used a throttle before.
- Can I upgrade the battery later?
- Yes, the 21V 4Ah upgrade battery is a direct swap for the stock-equivalent 2.6Ah pack, same voltage, more capacity.
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