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These are pretty slick. This company has never been on my radar. I really do wish eBike manufacturers would find a way to allow throttle options for left vs right, or even thumb vs twist. It seems like a small thing - but we all want what is comfortable to us, and people will decide based on something as simple as that.
Couldn’t agree more! Something as simple as that can make a huge difference! I have arthritis on my left thumb and absolutely can NOT ride with a left thumb throttle, so that alone eliminates a lot of eBikes for me… some you can change with after market parts…
Depending on the model moving it is not much of a chore. I'll speak to the core 5(discontinued) and the 700 as they are what I own. On the 700 it's literally just cutting a zip tie on the left, retying without the throttle and moving it to the right presumably after moving the brake and shifter inwards. Core 5 would be similar, you just have to deal with the coily cable management wrap.
I have had my LMT'd for about 9 months with nearly 500 miles and still very happy with it. I recently checked out the Aventon Pace500.3 and was not impressed. I will keep my Ride1up thank you. Thanks for this model run down.
I love the simplicity and how light the roadster v2 gravel is, this thing doesn't need any maintenance and there is no parts that will wear apart from the tires and brake pads
I am very happy with my series 700. I've commuted for about 600 miles over the last year and a half. Battery is doing fine and no service issues. Thanks for your reviews!
I've owned a Cafe Cruiser for close to 2 years. Overall it's a pretty good commuter. The two-piston brakes that it shipped with simply weren't up to the task of giving a quick enough stop in traffic, so I upgraded to a 4-piston system. Also, removing the battery after it has been in the frame for an extended period is next to impossible. My local bike shop had a hell of a time removing it when doing the brake install. And I'm now having extreme difficulty removing it myself.
Been happy with the LMT’d I got in late 2020. Took a while, but just reached 2,300miles yesterday. The air fork is noticeably more comfortable than spring or hydraulic ones. As you said, better components than typical for the type and price tier. Their customer service has always treated me well. They even sent me a free pair of torque arms when I asked to buy them after they upgraded to those from tabbed washers that my generation of LMT’d had. I hope they pursue and get UL certification. I expect more municipalities will require it, and it will differentiate from the low-quality operators and products., never mind give customers some peace of mind.
I like motor cut off switch on brakes. When coming to a stop on my 700, I down shift while braking, which means you have to keep pedaling enough for the chain to change gears. Without motor cutoffs the motor would still be trying to speed you up. How do Limited owners deal with this? Thanks
I've had my 700 series for a few weeks now and really like it. Do you think this could handle some moderate off-road trails? i have some dirt trails near me with small whoops/jumps.
Nice job gentlemen. I am leaning towards the Cafe Cruiser for my wife and I as it offers an upright seating position and extra riding comfort. I just wish Ride1Up would get away from the tiny displays as many other companies have or offer a larger one as an upgrade option.
That's a fair point. Some people do like the smaller displays because it opens the cockpit up for other accessories. Plus your controls and display are next to each other. I imagine keeping the displays the same or similar across models helps cut down on price.
@@eriebreeze6584Sounds like an issue with your particular bike. No way should it only do 10 miles even if you only use throttle. How much weight are you putting on the bike?
Flat corn fields , summer weather , 200 lb rider , 5 lb tool bag . If you use only throttle maybe get 5 miles . Ride 1 up didn't care they dumped one off and that's all they cared about
I don't know if I should get the Aventon or Ride1up... I hear that with Ride1up things arrive by post either missing parts or broken. I would really like to go with them but Aventon looks great with the free battery being offered... Which way to go?
I own the V2 commuter, which I still own. I got fatigued with the smaller handle bars, so I added padded extensions that helped a lot. The second generation LCD was needed. I broke several of them due to rough road, not that it was over torqued as is normally the feedback from the manufacturer. They split the cost with me which I was happy with. They finally fixed the design flaw.
Great review. I'm tall 6'4". I need a ST bike for general road riding. Which of the ST versions offer the best adaptability to fit a tall size. That is with handlebar and extended seat tweaking and best riding position. Want to be comfortable too?
Have the Roadster V2 non gravel version. Modified it quite a bit for more comfort. Great bike. Would get the gravel version today for the wider tires, lower gearing and disc brakes.
I bought 2 magnetic fire extinguisher cans that are meant to be placed above a stove in the hood vent fan area.. I put the 2 canisters inside the lid of my Weber Kettle top lid. Battery is charged and stored with the kettle lid on and vents closed. If any fire ever, those canisters go off snuffing any flames and no air for fueling the fire. Just an idea I thought of one day. The kettle is super heavy duty heavy metal that can not be burned through by a battery flame. Extra protection I put a strap on the kettle to keep the lid from lifting under pressure of canisters going off. Charging wire is fed through a port meant to feed in my temperature probe wires for the digital temp control wires.
Gonna have to go with the fastest full suspension bike.. Despite weight and drawbacks like non adjustable seat .. Harder to pedal .. I would say the Juiced HyperScorpion is a good bike to consider if comparing to a Revv1
Saved up my $$ and bought a cafe cruiser because I liked the idea of being able to have a nice rack on the back . Bought it followed charging instructions . 200 lb rider , flat bike paths , 70 degrees sunny , no wind , full charge goes about 10 miles and battery dies with pedal assist on 3. Doesn't go near 30-50 miles like it states on web site . Very disappointed . Maybe not the company itself but the pipe dream of battery powered everything .
My Review of the 700: Bought in 2019, non-step through model (I wanted maximum frame ridigity). First, this bike is Large. If you order the non-step through model,, you'll probably need to tilt the bike away from you to get your leg over the bar. I'm 5' 11" with a 33" inseam. I would say that this is a minimum height for this bike. It's a barge. At the same time, it has a short cockpit ratio - like a Dutch bike. Coming from touring bikes, I had to get used to it. To get your heels as low as needed for maximum efficiency, the saddle has to be high, which is correct, but swinging a leg over like a regular hop-on-and-go bike isn't happening. Ya gotta tilt it away and step over the bar. So maybe get a Step-Thru. Second, I'm not going to citicize the saddle much because every bike maker knows you are going to toss the stock saddle first thing. This applies here. The postur on this bike is that of a Dutch Commuter - very upright. Your azz is the main interface between you and the bike. I instantly installed my old Brooks B-64, which is superb for this bike. Pros: 1) Very good weldments on the frame. Appears identical to Aventon 2) 27" Schwalbe tires. Taller wheels give you maximum efficiency per rotation in ground covered, as well as far better bump handling. Figure tire size as a factor in kw/hour over distance. 3) Better than average Tektro Dual Piston hyd brakes that will stop a truck - and this model is a truck at 65lbs. The first emergency stop almost tossed me over the bars. The bike did not lose contact with the concrete and remained pointing straight ahead. 4) Battery range is of course variable depending on total payload (I'm heavy) , topography (hilly), and length of commute. I re-charged every three days at 28 miles. In flat terrain, I estimate I would have gotten about 35-40 miles per charge. 5) Acera is low/mid Shimano for "comfort" bikes, but it's all you need. Proven reliable and rugged - and serviceable at any bike shop. Same for the brakes. All over the counter/off the shelf stuff. 6) Pretty easy assembly. Most bike shops will do it for you. But I only had one issue, described in Cons below. 7) Bike is rock solid at high speeds nearing 34mph down hills. Feels like a light motorcycle - no death wobble, proving the quality of the tires' balanced manufacturing specifically for Class III e-bikes 8) For all its bulk, it handles high speed downhill curves perfectly with a 230lb rider and 22lbs of gear for work. Cons: 1) Lights failed after 1 year. Lamps are good. It's in the brain. I just snipped the wires, removed the lights and transferred some high end lithium lights from another bike I had. I prefer my headlight on the bars anyway. 2) Weight could be reduced and battery range increased by a little. 2" tires instead of 3" ,lighter rack, poly-plastic fenders, and maybe solid forks, but I'd have to really consider that. 3) The fenders. They are heavy duty, but do not cover enough tire to make much difference in wet weather. They could be plastic, but should extend both further forward and further down theback of the Front tire to provide water interference. The rear should also be loger down the back side to prevent the Rooster tail thatgets sucked onto your back. These are concerns with a faster bike than just a peddler. At over 20mph, you'll get soaked. 4) The wire harness opening at the bottom of the frame. I taped it closed with HIGH quality electriacl tape to keep said water from directly spashing up into the cavity where the brain lives and ALL wiring comes from. I suspect my lights going out had something to do with that. I also taped the battery edges close for the same reason, and, added a long rain flap to the front fender. On balance, I would buy this bike again. You get all the bells and whistles and a very good build for the money. I have had no contact with teh company about the lights, because I justdid my own workaround and the lights are better. I'm good with that.
Too many E-Bikes produced and you're loyal to all of them. And rush thru the narration as fast as possible. From the videos I thought you guys loved Lectric bikes, but you'd sell baby carriages if you thought people would buy them.
All these bikes are crap besides the REVV1 & possible step over Prodigy. I be surprised if anyone buys the other GOOFY looking garbage. I wouldn't be caught riding those ugly bikes I'd rather walk.
Which Ride1Up do you think is right for you and why?
go.ride1up.com/aff_c?offer_id=1&aff_id=1005&source=youtube Please consider using any of our links prior to making any purchase. All purchases made after clicking help us keep these ebikes all charged, and show us that you like what we are doing. Thanks in advance from us all here at Ebike Escape!
These are pretty slick. This company has never been on my radar. I really do wish eBike manufacturers would find a way to allow throttle options for left vs right, or even thumb vs twist. It seems like a small thing - but we all want what is comfortable to us, and people will decide based on something as simple as that.
Couldn’t agree more! Something as simple as that can make a huge difference! I have arthritis on my left thumb and absolutely can NOT ride with a left thumb throttle, so that alone eliminates a lot of eBikes for me… some you can change with after market parts…
Depending on the model moving it is not much of a chore. I'll speak to the core 5(discontinued) and the 700 as they are what I own. On the 700 it's literally just cutting a zip tie on the left, retying without the throttle and moving it to the right presumably after moving the brake and shifter inwards. Core 5 would be similar, you just have to deal with the coily cable management wrap.
I have had my LMT'd for about 9 months with nearly 500 miles and still very happy with it. I recently checked out the Aventon Pace500.3 and was not impressed. I will keep my Ride1up thank you. Thanks for this model run down.
We just reviewed the Rift for our family. Very happy with these bikes.
I love the simplicity and how light the roadster v2 gravel is, this thing doesn't need any maintenance and there is no parts that will wear apart from the tires and brake pads
I am very happy with my series 700. I've commuted for about 600 miles over the last year and a half. Battery is doing fine and no service issues. Thanks for your reviews!
Great to hear! Love hearing from owners
I love my 700 series. I'm 67 and have 2500 miles on it so far. Nice vid and confirmed my choice. Love the 700!!
I've owned a Cafe Cruiser for close to 2 years. Overall it's a pretty good commuter. The two-piston brakes that it shipped with simply weren't up to the task of giving a quick enough stop in traffic, so I upgraded to a 4-piston system. Also, removing the battery after it has been in the frame for an extended period is next to impossible. My local bike shop had a hell of a time removing it when doing the brake install. And I'm now having extreme difficulty removing it myself.
Yet another review that directs me toward the 700 Series :) Thanks, guys!
Been happy with the LMT’d I got in late 2020. Took a while, but just reached 2,300miles yesterday. The air fork is noticeably more comfortable than spring or hydraulic ones.
As you said, better components than typical for the type and price tier. Their customer service has always treated me well. They even sent me a free pair of torque arms when I asked to buy them after they upgraded to those from tabbed washers that my generation of LMT’d had.
I hope they pursue and get UL certification. I expect more municipalities will require it, and it will differentiate from the low-quality operators and products., never mind give customers some peace of mind.
Really like the sleek and stylish look of the step over cafe cruiser.
It's a great bike where I think you're getting a lot more for your money - especially when on sale.
Good choice...I prefer step over too...seems more stable...why do they recommend step through unless your small, woman, of have disability?
I just bought the 700 series, honestly I can't stop enjoying the ride, I hope it remains reliable.
Just pulled the trigger on a Gravel Roadster V2. Thanks for all the info fellow Wisconsinite!
Thanks for watching!
I like motor cut off switch on brakes. When coming to a stop on my 700, I down shift while braking, which means you have to keep pedaling enough for the chain to change gears. Without motor cutoffs the motor would still be trying to speed you up. How do Limited owners deal with this? Thanks
I've had my 700 series for a few weeks now and really like it. Do you think this could handle some moderate off-road trails? i have some dirt trails near me with small whoops/jumps.
Great video and a very good introduction to this ebike manufacturer! 🎉
Glad you liked it!
Nice job gentlemen. I am leaning towards the Cafe Cruiser for my wife and I as it offers an upright seating position and extra riding comfort. I just wish Ride1Up would get away from the tiny displays as many other companies have or offer a larger one as an upgrade option.
That's a fair point. Some people do like the smaller displays because it opens the cockpit up for other accessories. Plus your controls and display are next to each other. I imagine keeping the displays the same or similar across models helps cut down on price.
Don't I just bought one of the cafe cruisers and it maybe goes 10 miles on a charge . Can't return it , company just says it's my problem so wasted $$
@@eriebreeze6584 Wow, that sucks. Good to know.
@@eriebreeze6584Sounds like an issue with your particular bike. No way should it only do 10 miles even if you only use throttle. How much weight are you putting on the bike?
Flat corn fields , summer weather , 200 lb rider , 5 lb tool bag . If you use only throttle maybe get 5 miles . Ride 1 up didn't care they dumped one off and that's all they cared about
I don't know if I should get the Aventon or Ride1up... I hear that with Ride1up things arrive by post either missing parts or broken. I would really like to go with them but Aventon looks great with the free battery being offered... Which way to go?
Thanks for the full lineup review. I was more interested in the Prodigy V2 w bekt drive and CVT. How did that not make the review?
I own the V2 commuter, which I still own. I got fatigued with the smaller handle bars, so I added padded extensions that helped a lot. The second generation LCD was needed. I broke several of them due to rough road, not that it was over torqued as is normally the feedback from the manufacturer. They split the cost with me which I was happy with. They finally fixed the design flaw.
Ive had the Turris for about 2 months now. Love it!!!
What mirror did you attach to the Revv 1? Would love to pick a couple up.
Got my lmtd 2 today and it took my 2 hours to put together but i was making sure it was 100% right. Love it so much and it looks so good
Nice work!
Great review. I'm tall 6'4". I need a ST bike for general road riding. Which of the ST versions offer the best adaptability to fit a tall size. That is with handlebar and extended seat tweaking and best riding position. Want to be comfortable too?
Have the Roadster V2 non gravel version. Modified it quite a bit for more comfort. Great bike. Would get the gravel version today for the wider tires, lower gearing and disc brakes.
I have two and I had to replace the wheels with Continental tires on both. I no longer get flats and can take those bikes on almost any trail.
@@Hibbs4Prezif I don’t ride trails do you think I’ll get as much flats?
I bought 2 magnetic fire extinguisher cans that are meant to be placed above a stove in the hood vent fan area.. I put the 2 canisters inside the lid of my Weber Kettle top lid. Battery is charged and stored with the kettle lid on and vents closed. If any fire ever, those canisters go off snuffing any flames and no air for fueling the fire. Just an idea I thought of one day. The kettle is super heavy duty heavy metal that can not be burned through by a battery flame. Extra protection I put a strap on the kettle to keep the lid from lifting under pressure of canisters going off. Charging wire is fed through a port meant to feed in my temperature probe wires for the digital temp control wires.
Sir, this is a bicycle review. Sounds like a sweet setup though!
Great video! Just ordered my 700 series
I own the prodigy xc which is a great bike for the light single track that I ride. I was wondering if the st and xc batteries are interchangeable ?
Thank you for s quick assembly video. Thank you for sharing. In your case " Built On!" Ride On!
Gonna have to go with the fastest full suspension bike.. Despite weight and drawbacks like non adjustable seat .. Harder to pedal .. I would say the Juiced HyperScorpion is a good bike to consider if comparing to a Revv1
Great video! A lot of choice here...
I have the prodigy st with around 500 miles on it, loving it with no issues so far.
One of our favorites for sure!
Say I wanted to go a steady 15 mph on a flat road. Would I have to pedal harder with the torque sensor than with a cadence (Turris for example)?
i got the 700 series step thru ride 1 up e bike and i love it !
I like the Prodigy step thru with the Brose mid-drive. I waited too long to get one and now it's sold out. Bummer for me.
They have the V2, with similar components in stock now.
why do you suggest step through?
Shipped in from China?
Nice pole barn by the way! Or jumbo metal shed.. 😂👍
I call it my "Faraday Shed", haha
Saved up my $$ and bought a cafe cruiser because I liked the idea of being able to have a nice rack on the back . Bought it followed charging instructions . 200 lb rider , flat bike paths , 70 degrees sunny , no wind , full charge goes about 10 miles and battery dies with pedal assist on 3.
Doesn't go near 30-50 miles like it states on web site . Very disappointed . Maybe not the company itself but the pipe dream of battery powered everything .
My favorite is the 500XR
RIP 500 Series. I have to say I did like the Core-5 frame, specifically the ST because it was more petite for shorter riders.
@@EbikeEscape fortunately at 17,000 miles my 2020 500XR is still very much alive.
Between Motor Goat V3 and Wired Freedom new edition for me.
All you need is the revv1
My Review of the 700:
Bought in 2019, non-step through model (I wanted maximum frame ridigity).
First, this bike is Large. If you order the non-step through model,, you'll probably need to tilt the bike away from you to get your leg over the bar. I'm 5' 11" with a 33" inseam. I would say that this is a minimum height for this bike. It's a barge. At the same time, it has a short cockpit ratio - like a Dutch bike. Coming from touring bikes, I had to get used to it. To get your heels as low as needed for maximum efficiency, the saddle has to be high, which is correct, but swinging a leg over like a regular hop-on-and-go bike isn't happening. Ya gotta tilt it away and step over the bar. So maybe get a Step-Thru.
Second, I'm not going to citicize the saddle much because every bike maker knows you are going to toss the stock saddle first thing. This applies here. The postur on this bike is that of a Dutch Commuter - very upright. Your azz is the main interface between you and the bike. I instantly installed my old Brooks B-64, which is superb for this bike.
Pros:
1) Very good weldments on the frame. Appears identical to Aventon
2) 27" Schwalbe tires. Taller wheels give you maximum efficiency per rotation in ground covered, as well as far better bump handling. Figure tire size as a factor in kw/hour over distance.
3) Better than average Tektro Dual Piston hyd brakes that will stop a truck - and this model is a truck at 65lbs. The first emergency stop almost tossed me over the bars. The bike did not lose contact with the concrete and remained pointing straight ahead.
4) Battery range is of course variable depending on total payload (I'm heavy) , topography (hilly), and length of commute. I re-charged every three days at 28 miles. In flat terrain, I estimate I would have gotten about 35-40 miles per charge.
5) Acera is low/mid Shimano for "comfort" bikes, but it's all you need. Proven reliable and rugged - and serviceable at any bike shop. Same for the brakes. All over the counter/off the shelf stuff.
6) Pretty easy assembly. Most bike shops will do it for you. But I only had one issue, described in Cons below.
7) Bike is rock solid at high speeds nearing 34mph down hills. Feels like a light motorcycle - no death wobble, proving the quality of the tires' balanced manufacturing specifically for Class III e-bikes
8) For all its bulk, it handles high speed downhill curves perfectly with a 230lb rider and 22lbs of gear for work.
Cons:
1) Lights failed after 1 year. Lamps are good. It's in the brain. I just snipped the wires, removed the lights and transferred some high end lithium lights from another bike I had. I prefer my headlight on the bars anyway.
2) Weight could be reduced and battery range increased by a little. 2" tires instead of 3" ,lighter rack, poly-plastic fenders, and maybe solid forks, but I'd have to really consider that.
3) The fenders. They are heavy duty, but do not cover enough tire to make much difference in wet weather. They could be plastic, but should extend both further forward and further down theback of the Front tire to provide water interference. The rear should also be loger down the back side to prevent the Rooster tail thatgets sucked onto your back. These are concerns with a faster bike than just a peddler. At over 20mph, you'll get soaked.
4) The wire harness opening at the bottom of the frame. I taped it closed with HIGH quality electriacl tape to keep said water from directly spashing up into the cavity where the brain lives and ALL wiring comes from. I suspect my lights going out had something to do with that. I also taped the battery edges close for the same reason, and, added a long rain flap to the front fender.
On balance, I would buy this bike again. You get all the bells and whistles and a very good build for the money. I have had no contact with teh company about the lights, because I justdid my own workaround and the lights are better. I'm good with that.
Portola?
Unfortunately, we put this video out prior to its release. It is one of our top picks now.
@EbikeEscape My bad, I didn't look at the video's release date. Thanks for the response, you guys rock.
I need a Battery charger for a 52v
This company has developed a very robust line of affordable ebikes.
Definitely
I am not interested in a rear motor e bike
Too many E-Bikes produced and you're loyal to all of them. And rush thru the narration as fast as possible. From the videos I thought you guys loved Lectric bikes, but you'd sell baby carriages if you thought people would buy them.
You should see the list of ebike companies we turn down. It's many multiples of the ebikes we accept (that we think are likely compelling)
All these bikes are crap besides the REVV1 & possible step over Prodigy. I be surprised if anyone buys the other GOOFY looking garbage. I wouldn't be caught riding those ugly bikes I'd rather walk.
Viel Spaß beim Spazieren! Wir sehen uns wenn ich dich überhole! :)
@@dgaydos - I do enjoy walking. I am in no rush.