OZO

What OZO does

OZO is a French designer, manufacturer, and e-commerce retailer of modular electric mobility conversion systems, headquartered in Éguilles, France. Founded in 2013 and operating via ozo-electric.com in French and English, the company specializes in electric bike conversion kits claimed to be compatible with approximately 99% of bicycle models on the market. Its product architecture is built around a proprietary modular ecosystem spanning brushless hub motors (250W for bicycles up to 15,000W for motorcycle and industrial applications), 36V and 48V lithium batteries assembled in France using Panasonic, LG, and Samsung cells with integrated Battery Management Systems (BMS), dual sensored/sensorless Field-Oriented Control (FOC) controllers, solar MPPT chargers, and complementary accessories. Beyond bicycle kits, OZO has extended into industrial/agricultural hub motors (350W–10,000W), marine electric propulsion (kayak kits and electric outboards from Haswing and ePropulsion), residential solar energy storage (5kWh–10kWh ESS batteries), and high-power electric motorcycle retrofit wheels.

The company's revenue model is hardware-driven, sold primarily direct-to-consumer through its own e-commerce storefront with a 2-year warranty, supplemented by a nationwide franchise and dealer network across France that provides professional installation services. Publicly listed prices in EUR range from approximately €499 for entry-level motors to €2,899 for 10kWh ESS batteries, with full bike kits priced at €800–€1,500 — positioned at roughly half the cost of comparable new e-bikes. Customer segments include individual bicycle owners (primary), industrial and agricultural operators, marine and boating enthusiasts, residential solar adopters, and motorcycle retrofitters. OZO holds EN15194 European certification for its 250W/25km/h bicycle kits and operates within the French VAE regulatory framework, including a 2020 ministerial approval enabling motorcycle retrofit conversions.

OZO is a privately held, founder-operated company with 1–10 employees, no disclosed external venture funding, and no M&A activity. Distribution partnerships with Victron Energy (solar inverters/MPPT chargers), Haswing and ePropulsion (marine), and Kelly Controls (industrial controllers) expand its addressable market through cross-referenced product offerings, while OEM-grade cell sourcing from Panasonic/LG/Samsung supports battery quality positioning.

Name

OZO

Legal name

OZO

Website

https://ozo-electric.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

OZO is a French designer and manufacturer of modular electric mobility conversion systems, offering e-bike kits, lithium batteries, FOC motor controllers, and industrial, marine, and solar energy storage products through its e-commerce platform and a nationwide franchise network in France.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Mobility Components

NAICS

Motorcycle, Bicycle, and Parts Manufacturing (336991), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (33632), Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (44133)

SIC

Motorcycles, Bicycles & Parts (3751), Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Motors & Generators (3621)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMACAOAA

E-bikes & E-cargo Bikes Manufacturing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Micromobility & Light Electric Mobility Manufacturing (E-bikes/E-scooters/NEVs)

SECONDARYCRACASAI

E-Mobility Batteries & Swappable Packs (Consumer)

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Electronics & Appliances Retail/E-Mobility Consumer Devices (E-bikes, E-scooters, Personal Transporters)

SECONDARYCRACASAG

E-Mopeds & Light Electric Motorbikes (Consumer)

Consumer Products & Retail/Consumer Electronics & Appliances Retail/E-Mobility Consumer Devices (E-bikes, E-scooters, Personal Transporters)

SECONDARYCRAMABAH

Cycling & Bike Retail (Sales, Service & Accessories)

Consumer Products & Retail/Sporting Goods & Outdoor Retail/Sporting Goods Generalist Retail

SECONDARYIMACAOAB

E-scooters & E-mopeds Manufacturing

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Automotive & Mobility Manufacturing/Micromobility & Light Electric Mobility Manufacturing (E-bikes/E-scooters/NEVs)

Keywords

• E-bike conversion kits
• Lithium battery assembly
• Brushless hub motors
• FOC motor controllers
• Solar energy storage

Headquarters

HQ city

Éguilles

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Electric Bike Conversion Kits: Primary revenue stream from selling electric motor kits for bicycle conversion. Kits range from 250W entry-level to 1000W+ performance motors, sold with or without battery. Components include hub motors, mid-drive motors, controllers, displays, pedal sensors, and throttle controls. The company also sells individual components separately.
2. Lithium Batteries: Sale of 36V and 48V lithium batteries (LiMn, LiFePO4, LiPo) for e-bikes, solar storage, and industrial applications. Capacities range from 100Wh to 10kWh. Batteries feature integrated BMS and support fast charging and solar charging. OEM custom battery solutions available for motorcycles and industrial clients.
3. Industrial & Agricultural Motors: Sale of heavy-duty brushless hub motors ranging from 350W to 15000W for wheelbarrows, agricultural machinery, industrial trolleys, forklifts, motorcycles, kayaks, and boats. Motors are sold with or without tires and braking systems.
4. Accessories and Spare Parts: Secondary revenue from accessories including chargers (standard and MPPT solar), displays, pedal sensors, throttles, torque arms, battery gauges, cables, connectors, tires, inner tubes, bags, braking components, and testing tools (DiagBat, DiagBike).
5. Franchise and Installation Services: Revenue from franchise network operations and professional installation services. Approved installation partners across France provide turnkey kit installation for customers who prefer professional fitting over self-installation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

OZO designs, assembles, and sells electric bike conversion kits and complementary electric mobility components. The product line spans universal e-bike kits (250W–1000W motors, 36V/48V lithium batteries assembled in France using Panasonic, LG, and Samsung cells), industrial and agricultural hub motors (up to 15kW), electric motorcycle retrofit wheels, marine propulsion kits, and home solar ESS batteries (5kWh–10kWh) compatible with major inverter brands.

Product overview

OZO is a French designer and manufacturer of electric mobility components, offering a comprehensive portfolio of conversion kits and modular components. The core product line consists of universal electric bike conversion kits (compatible with 99% of bicycle frames) featuring hub motors (250W-750W for bicycles, up to 15000W for motorcycles), paired with lithium batteries (36V and 48V configurations) assembled in France using Panasonic cells. The product ecosystem extends through FOC controllers with adaptive sensor technology, solar charging solutions with MPPT chargers, and ESS batteries for home energy storage compatible with major inverter brands. Industrial and agricultural product lines include specialized hub motors (350W-10000W) for trolleys, medical equipment, and heavy machinery. Marine electrification is supported through kayak motor kits and electric outboard motor offerings. The product architecture follows a modular approach where kits can be configured with different motor powers, battery capacities, and controller options based on end-user requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Electric Bike Conversion Kits Universal electrification kits for converting standard bicycles (city, mountain, road, cargo, folding, tandem, tricycle, recumbent, kids) to electric. Each kit includes a hub or mid-drive motor (250W-1000W), lithium battery, intelligent FOC controller, LCD display, pedal sensor, and throttle. Compatible with 99% of bicycle frames and supports Plug & Play waterproof installation typically completed in under two hours.
• 36V Lithium Batteries (PVC Panasonic) Lithium batteries assembled in France since 2013 using Panasonic cells, available in capacities from 100Wh to 1800Wh (frame-shape, rack-mounted). Includes integrated Battery Management System with temperature monitoring and cell balancing. Suitable for e-bike, solar, and light industrial applications. Priced from €259 (250Wh) to €2,899 (1200Wh ESS/home storage), with 2-year warranty.
• 48V Lithium Batteries 48V lithium batteries (LiMn, LiFePO4, LiPo) for e-bikes and energy storage systems, including rack-mounted and wall-mounted options. Capacities range from 5kWh to 10kWh for home solar, with smaller configurations for e-bike use.
• ESS Lithium Solar Batteries 48V 5kWh and 10kWh LiFePO4 energy storage batteries for residential solar and wind applications. Compatible with major grid and hybrid inverters including Victron, DEYE, Growatt, SMA, Solis, Solark, GoodWe, and Sungrow. Wheel-mountable, rack, or wall-mounted form factors. Includes integrated BMS with cell balancing and supports fast and solar charging.
• Brushless Hub Motors (250W-15000W) Brushless electric hub motors in front-wheel, rear-wheel, and mid-drive configurations spanning 250W for bicycles up to 15kW for motorcycles and industrial vehicles. Direct Drive BLDC technology proven over 10+ years, with regenerative braking on direct drive variants. Pricing ranges from approximately €60 (clevis brackets) to €2,199 (15kW motorcycle roadster wheel).
• OZO FOC Controllers Field Oriented Control (FOC) dual sensored/sensorless controllers from 15A to 500A for brushless motors. Adaptive sinusoidal-to-square-wave mapping switches automatically based on riding conditions for comfort (Hall sensor) or high-torque startup modes. Includes regenerative braking support and is compatible with a wide range of motor voltages (12V-48V and above). Industrial variants from 70A to 500A available for heavy-duty applications.
• Agricultural & Industrial Hub Motors Brushless hub motors from 350W to 10kW designed for industrial trolleys, agricultural machinery, medical equipment (wheelchairs, hospital beds), construction equipment, refrigerated carts, picking trucks, and forklifts. The 10kW model delivers 450Nm torque with IP67 waterproof rating for harsh environments.
• Marine Electric Conversion Kits Electric kayak motor kits (complete and battery-less options), electric outboard motors from Haswing and ePropulsion brands, inboard retrofit kits for boats and sailboats, and 12V/24V boat lithium batteries for marine propulsion applications.
• Electric Motorcycle Conversion Wheels High-power direct-drive 17-inch rear wheel motors (5000W and 15000W) for converting internal combustion motorcycles to electric. Capable of reaching 180 km/h, delivering 1000cc-equivalent performance. Compatible with popular motorcycle frames including Z750, Z1000, Hornet, Monster, Fazer, Bandit, and CB.
• Electric Scooter Hub Motors Brushless hub motors designed for electric scooter conversions, ranging from 150W to 2000W and available in sizes from 5-inch to 20-inch wheels with various power configurations.
• Solar Panels (50W-180W) Solar panels ranging from 50W to 180W for charging lithium batteries, paired with MPPT solar chargers optimized for different battery chemistries (LiMn, LiPo, LiFePO4, Lead-Acid). Includes solar charging accessories such as cables, wattmeters, and fuses.

Quantifiable outcome

• Compatibility with 99% of bicycle models on the market
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Victron EnergycoreTechnology or IntegrationOZO distributes Victron Energy products including MPPT solar chargers, inverter chargers, Orion battery isolators, and AC chargers (12V & 24V). Victron's compatible products integrate with OZO's 48V ESS lithium batteries for home solar storage systems.
• HaswingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOZO distributes Haswing electric outboard motors and accessories, serving the marine/boating customer segment. Haswing manufactures electric motors for boats that OZO stocks alongside its own boat battery and retrofit products.
• ePropulsionminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOZO distributes ePropulsion electric outboard motors and accessories, complementing its marine product line alongside Haswing products and OZO's own boat batteries and inboard retrofit kits.
• Kelly ControlscoreTechnology or IntegrationOZO offers Kelly Controls products including KLS, KEB, KLS-S, KLS-M/N, and KLS-HU motor controllers as part of its product catalog. Kelly controllers are offered alongside OZO-branded controllers for customers seeking specific control configurations. OZO provides Kelly PC configuration software and comprehensive user manuals.
• Panasonic, LG, SamsungcoreTechnology or IntegrationOZO sources lithium battery cells exclusively from recognized premium brands Panasonic, LG, and Samsung for its 36V and 48V PVC lithium battery assemblies. These cells provide maximum energy density and power stability, particularly during heavy uphill loads. This supplier relationship ensures quality and performance standards for OZO's battery products.
• Franchise/Installation PartnerscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOZO maintains an extensive network of approved installation partners and franchise workshops throughout France. These partners provide professional kit installation services for customers who lack the tools or confidence for DIY installation. The franchise network represents a significant channel partner relationship enabling nationwide coverage.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bafang: China-headquartered global manufacturer of e-bike motors, batteries, and complete drive systems. Directly competes with OZO on hub motors and conversion kits, though at much larger scale and with OEM focus.
• Grin Technologies: Canadian e-bike conversion specialist offering hub motors, controllers, batteries, and accessories. Closely comparable product mix and DIY-converter customer profile, though North American market focus.
• Cycloboost: France-based direct competitor selling electric bike conversion kits, batteries, and motors online. Closely comparable to OZO on geography, target customer (French DIY converters), and product portfolio.
• Pendix: German specialist in mid-drive e-bike retrofit kits. Direct competitor to OZO's core conversion kit offering with comparable positioning around quality, ease of installation, and European assembly.
• Tongxin (8Fun): Chinese e-bike kit manufacturer producing hub motors, mid-drives, and controllers. Competes with OZO at the budget end of the conversion kit market and supplies many white-label European resellers.

Broad incumbents

• Bosch eBike Systems: Dominant OEM supplier of integrated e-bike drive systems (motors, batteries, displays) to Trek, Specialized, Riese & Müller, and others. Overlaps with OZO's motor/controller portfolio but focuses on factory-installed systems rather than retrofit.
• Shimano STEPS: Shimano's e-bike drive system division offering integrated motor and electronic shifting solutions. Competes with OZO in the broader e-bike drive category through deep OEM relationships, though not in retrofit kits.
• Yamaha Power Assist: Yamaha's e-bike drive system business serving Giant, Haibike, and other major OEMs. Comparable motor and controller technology to OZO but targeted at complete e-bike manufacturers rather than retrofit.

Regional players

• Cytronex: UK-based e-bike conversion kit specialist focused on bottle-battery systems for Brompton and conventional bikes. Directly comparable product model but geographically limited to the UK.

Emerging players

• Add-e: Austrian start-up offering a compact add-on electric drive for bicycles. Comparable retrofit positioning to OZO's bike kits but with a narrower, niche product approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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