I have an Engwe engine pro 2.0 and recently there was a battery recall for a batch of batteries, I contacted Engwe with a photo of battery and mine was a possible faulty one so they are sending a new battery out and I have to dispose of the old one, so I’m impressed with Engwe support👍
I don't think I'll ever be able to ride a bike again, even electric, thanks to my mobility issues, but I live in hope and in the mean time, really appreciate your reviews. Love seeing all the new tech!
Ah I'm sorry to hear that. I hope that isn't the case but in the meantime could you ride a bike with a twist and go throttle? If so then Pedibal are worth looking at ☺
@@Electroheads Cool thanks, I'll take a look. I'm always a bit confused as to what's legal in the UK and what's not. It's funny, I basically want something for mobility that isn't a mobility scooter. Something that doesn't make me feel like I'm 97 but is a bit easier than your average e-bike. It feels like that's an under developed market. Thanks again. Hugely appreciate you guys, even if it's only aspirational cool tech, it's always fun to watch!
@@domramsey I have a family member who has a fold up tricycle that he uses as a mobility aid. You can get them with a motor, but he has the one without. He takes it on the train all around London and even down to places like cornwall (just let them know it is a mobility aid and you can get people to help you take it on/off trains which don't have level platforms).
I bought this bike when it first came out, but I wouldn't recommend it unless you fall into a specific category of rider. I originally chose it as a commuter bike, mainly for its looks, price, carbon belt (which I'll talk more about later), and the unlockable thumb throttle. However, I quickly became disappointed with it. One major issue, as mentioned in the video, is the "ghost pedaling" due to the lack of gears and the loose carbon belt, which threw me off completely. When you reach higher speeds, around 20 km/h, the pedals spin freely without resistance, which is frustrating since the bike tries to push you to the 25 km/h speed limit. In this zone, it feels awkward-you're pedaling, but nothing’s really happening. Also, while the motor claims to assist up to 25 km/h, in reality, it only helps up to 22 km/h, and though the 3 km/h difference doesn't sound huge, you can actually feel it. To hit 25 km/h, you have to pedal absurdly fast, which is tiring and feels unnatural. Quality control was another disappointment. When I first got the bike, it seemed fine, aside from a stripped screw in the rear fender that came from the factory. But small issues began to pop up. The folding steering stem started creaking loudly, and though the paint looks stunning in person, it began to flake slightly at the folding seam. The paint in general feels thin, but it's not the worst problem. The battery gauge, however, is pretty much useless. Even on a full charge, it fluctuates wildly between 1 to 4 bars. I think it measures the battery's current output rather than the actual charge left. For instance, after using the thumb throttle a lot on a big hill, the gauge dropped to no bars, but once I hit flat ground, it jumped back up to 3 bars. The bike lasted me only a few months, covering about 200 km before it was stolen, but honestly, I wasn’t too upset. I was already looking at alternatives soon after getting it because of the ghost pedaling issue. The carbon belt, which seemed like a major selling point, ended up being a letdown since the pedaling felt off in all assist modes-there's little to no resistance. Another reason I bought this bike was that I planned to upgrade the seatpost to a suspension seatpost, but the tube diameter is non-standard, making it nearly impossible to find one that fits. You could probably use a suspension seat instead. The stock seat is okay, but you'll definitely feel bumps, so an upgrade is recommended. Another thing to note is that if you decide to return the bike after trying it, the return shipping is quite expensive-around £170. I imagine this is meant to discourage returns, which I would have done myself if it wasn't so costly and such a hassle. That said, Engwe’s customer service is fantastic and very helpful. The motor is also quite punchy as mentioned in the video, and it carried me (110 kg, 190 cm) easily, even reaching an unlocked top speed of 32 km/h with the thumb throttle. In conclusion, I wouldn't recommend this bike as a commuter. But if you’re using it recreationally for short rides on relatively smooth roads, it could be a decent budget option compared to pricier e-bikes. Just keep in mind it’s a cheap bike from a Chinese manufacturer, and it likely won’t be as durable as one from a more reputable brand.
Actually, the shipping is not unreasonable due to the weight and bulk. I made sure my ebike (for commuting) had extra gears (5). I live in a hilly area. I don't have a ghost peddling issue, but I live in the US and the power cut off is at 20 mph/32 kph.
I am considering buying this bike, but the fact that it has ghost pedaling makes me hesitant. Do you know if the ghost pedaling is still present when the speed is unlocked? Or is that something else.
@Tjewy it ghost peadels as soon as you get to about 22km/t, so yes, it also does it when unlocked too. Unlocked it goes to about 32km/t with the throttle, but you really can't peadel up to that speed cause it's a torque sensor and not a cadence
What lightweight ebike , would anyone recommend? I have the engwe engine pro, with BMX bars it’s really hard awkward to bring upstairs was looking for something that I could just grab and go around town on. I think I’ll give this one a miss. I’ve also been a victim of anyways terrible customer service so which bike would anyone recommend around this weight, that I can restrict and that goes reasonably fast for its size. Thanks for any replies.
Great review, Eilis, not sure that you are totally convinced by this bike, but you test so many that you will instinctively know if this one is your "style" or not. It seems a good budget offering, but not a shining example of bikedom. It looks robust and functional. Really like the carbon belt, muddies, rack and lights. Shame all bikes don't do that. Price looks good too. Always love your stuff, a good thing to end the evening on. Thank you.
With a front hub motor and rear 11 speed hub using belt drive would be the ultimate low maintenance/capable machine. Why nobody makes this configuration amazes me.
I have an Evelo Dash with mid-drive, carbon belt, and a 5-speed internal hub gearing. I have hills in my area. Lack of a greasy chain is important if you have an inquisitive a 2 year old. LOL
If you plan to ride the P20 in wet conditions, be prepared to purchase mud flaps for both the front and rear wheels. They’re an absolute must-have, as they prevent dirt and mud from flying up to your helmet, also sparing your shoes and pants, and stop it from making an absolute mess on your back. It’s quite amazing how much mud and dirt this bike can throw! My average mileage so far is around 50km, but it varies between 30-50km depending on the wind conditions. The front light throws light 2 meters ahead, but beyond that, it's pitch black in no light conditions. Yes, the singlespeed might look funny at times when I get up to 25km/h pedaling like a madman, but the bike has a more natural speed around 22km/h, which is perfectly fine for the daily 28km's I use it for.
1 year warranty is pretty short compared to the market. For comparison ADO offer 2 years on theirs and Raleigh offer 5 years on the frame. Most offer 2 years though on the motor and battery.
Before going for a E-bike have a talk to your local bike shops, many will not touch E-bikes, not even to do general repairs. You need to be handy at DIY and be ready to send the bike to a approved repair shop!
How did you mount and dismount - were you able to “step through” or did you wave your leg over the saddle?! Some of us seniors can have issues when setting off and stopping, especially in traffic and at traffic lights … I read through the instructions but it was not clear if there is an option for switching between m/ph and k/ph
I was wondering if somebody else noticed that. I think whoever was in charge of making the captions forgot to put a one in front of that weight. (143.3 lbs.)
In this video it shows you wheeling the Engwe P20 by using the hand bar as steering while bike folded. This is very useful for people who have problems carrying heavy (18.5kg) objects. Magnets hold bike together well you say. Does the system work well? I mean can you wheel the folded bike 100 metres on a flat surface?
Good/interesting review but for us that are new to this what we need is for you to compare similar bikes/ bikes in similar price bracket. You could rate them as one to five - that would be particularly helpful???
Are there any delivering services in Europe that can help with shipping these european e bikes to the USA? The US from what I have seen lack a lot of the e bikes mentioned on the channel. this bike ticks all the boxes for me for my 1st e bike.
Hello. Interested to hear your comment about being able to take these on trains? Certainly greater anglia who run the services where I live have banned all e-bikes and scooters, whether they fold or not.
Wow that's really and surprising about ebikes being banned... I can kind of understand DIY ebikes, but there are so many well built, safe to use ebikes out there. I've taken many ebikes on trains on my adventures. It seems the fearmongering is working it's magic
@@iraklimgeladze5223 I think they banned them because they don't like the competition... I mean, sorry, because they're a massive fire risk. I've never seen one do twenty miles withou exploding. Just like those EVs that caused the Luton airport fire, which wasn't the clearly diesel 4x4 you can see in the video and look up the exact make and model of... There's rampant paranoia about e-bikes and e-scooters and battery fires and there have been some but also fewer, you know, heart attacks and other premature deaths.
Mirider is starting a 20 inch wheels version soon. I 95 percent decided to go for mirider 24 gb3 next month. I sold my 4 year old original mirider. I want to know can I get a bike rack that easily slides on the pannier bag without the tie in on thing many seen to do.
I'm an engineer that designs wireless products, the range for which is at most (line of sight, idea conditions) 1000 feet or about 330m. Real world conditions brings that down to 600feet typically, and this is known/understood by anyone with moderate technical wireless knowledge. I'm constantly after our marketing and customer service to stop quoting the maximum range at 1000 feet because in reality no customer will actually ever achieve that, even though it is technically possible. I'll bet you that at Engwe there is also that one engineer that is hollering at the marketing guys to stop quoting ideal range, rather quote what the typical user can expect. 50km is still a respectable range for such a small and light bike!
@@Electroheads thanks, more than 10% grade is a VERY steep hill. FYI - there are free phone apps that can measure the percentage grade by placing the phone on the ground. I personally use CLINOMETER but be aware that the app has to be calibrated as many phones have phones that stick out from the case so calibration is important to take the bulge into account. Again love your reviews. You're the best!
Everybody knows Engwe , does not have any warranty whatsoever. Good luck with that once you buy that’s it apart from the recent battery recall yes they use shit batteries that’s the only cover you will get my mate had the engine pro 2.0 they were pretty speedy in giving him a battery. I have the engine pro 1.0 with various issues not battery issues but warranty no no.
What I always used to use on my mountain bike was the Mark 1 leg, it worked very well. You just dismount and go up it. Although if it were Steep Hill in Lincoln I probably wouldn't bother because of the cobblestones. It's a good question though and it'd make a good video for them to test out if they haven't done one already - not that there's that many for them to go to in London.
Hello Electroheads, I was not sure where to message so thought i would via here, i have been watching some of your reviews as i have recently sold my car, my plan was to buy an electric bike for my daily commute/ leisure riding etc. I decided i wanted to buy a specialized Vado sl of which i test rode of which is a great bike ! Having then heard of problems with battery safety ie fires i have decided not to go ahead and buy one, i am aware that most incidents are from cheap imports, people using wrong chargers etc. All of the high standards ie UL etc does not guarantee that there is no risk, i am aware that there is a fraction of an incident but it will always be on the back of my mind, i will be sticking to an analogue bike for the time being. Can you tell me if there are any future developments in battery technology please re safety? Thank you Phil
Hey Phil! Totally understand it can all sound a bit scary, but I've been dealing with ebikes for all these years and I've not had any issues. As long as you buy a good product and look after it/don't overcharge you shouldn't need to worry. However, there are exciting developments with a company called Gouach that claim to make fireproof batteries - they're worth having a look at!
By the way since you’ve shoot this video in Brixton, Can you shoot your next video in Streatham ? which is right next to Brixton, if you can ..can you come to Leigham Court Road for an up hill test ? I live on Leigham court Road, right opposite Dunraven School !! Thanks for the video. My Love ..Love You Always, My E-Goddess
What a wonderful review. Too bad, as always, that such a fantastic ebike as this isn't available in North America/USA. Americans just don't appreciate the benefits of bike riding around most of the country.
One thing you might consider in future is to show the legal EAPC labelling on these bikes. I know it's not exactly sexy content but it would only take a few seconds. I bought an ADO A16 a couple of years ago and it complies with the 250W 25km/h assist limits but it doesn't have the required labelling, so if I was ever stopped by the police, they would be fully justified in confiscating the e-bike and dragging me into court for a six-point award on my licence. Otherwise it's a great e-bike, but I'm not going to risk riding it.
voltage and battery capacity 36V 9.6Ah Lithium-ion*1 ; Speed · 25KM/H ; Charging Time · 5H ; Bike Weight · 18.5kg (40.7 lbs).on this bike 25 miles is the max range if you pedal a bit more,sorry i have a 36v 20ah battery and it gets me 50 miles.
As most Lithium batteries want to be recharged from 20% to 80% for longevity, perhaps a 80/20 range would be a helpful real-world measurement? I'll shut up now.
@@Electroheads can you get the companies to tell you if they using LFP or old fashioned lithium ion? Pretty sure LFP would have lower range but has longer lifespan and is even less likely to combust. There's also no reason not to charge to 100%. Not that I'm sure the 80-100% thing is a real issue now that we have battery management systems - I thought you just slowed down the charging toward the end. Since LFP cells are supposed to be cheaper, and an e-bike battery is just a box full of cells*, I see no reason they can't use them. Much like electric cars, no-one seriously uses the full range. *Same with your power bank, car battery, and so on. You can use any cell chemistry you like, and none of the rest of the vehicle has to change significantly.
@@guth21776 awww bless your heart. I suppose it might not be as 'good' as an e-bike that costs three times as much. You know, aside from the value which isn't important to anyone.
5 foot 10 .. I am 5 foot 10 too, so techinically speaking, if you wear high hills then you defo are talller than me. Have to get your skin sorte my love
I have an Engwe engine pro 2.0 and recently there was a battery recall for a batch of batteries, I contacted Engwe with a photo of battery and mine was a possible faulty one so they are sending a new battery out and I have to dispose of the old one, so I’m impressed with Engwe support👍
That's great to know!
@@ElectroheadsEngwe has battery connector spark/corrosion issue on the Ep2 pro model. Very common folding bike design flaw
Eilis is so delightful
I don't think I'll ever be able to ride a bike again, even electric, thanks to my mobility issues, but I live in hope and in the mean time, really appreciate your reviews. Love seeing all the new tech!
Ah I'm sorry to hear that. I hope that isn't the case but in the meantime could you ride a bike with a twist and go throttle? If so then Pedibal are worth looking at ☺
3 wheel e trike?
@@Electroheads Cool thanks, I'll take a look. I'm always a bit confused as to what's legal in the UK and what's not.
It's funny, I basically want something for mobility that isn't a mobility scooter. Something that doesn't make me feel like I'm 97 but is a bit easier than your average e-bike. It feels like that's an under developed market.
Thanks again. Hugely appreciate you guys, even if it's only aspirational cool tech, it's always fun to watch!
@@domramsey I have a family member who has a fold up tricycle that he uses as a mobility aid. You can get them with a motor, but he has the one without. He takes it on the train all around London and even down to places like cornwall (just let them know it is a mobility aid and you can get people to help you take it on/off trains which don't have level platforms).
@@markdurdle7710Can you tell us the make/model please - it is what I am looking for
I bought this bike when it first came out, but I wouldn't recommend it unless you fall into a specific category of rider. I originally chose it as a commuter bike, mainly for its looks, price, carbon belt (which I'll talk more about later), and the unlockable thumb throttle. However, I quickly became disappointed with it. One major issue, as mentioned in the video, is the "ghost pedaling" due to the lack of gears and the loose carbon belt, which threw me off completely. When you reach higher speeds, around 20 km/h, the pedals spin freely without resistance, which is frustrating since the bike tries to push you to the 25 km/h speed limit. In this zone, it feels awkward-you're pedaling, but nothing’s really happening. Also, while the motor claims to assist up to 25 km/h, in reality, it only helps up to 22 km/h, and though the 3 km/h difference doesn't sound huge, you can actually feel it. To hit 25 km/h, you have to pedal absurdly fast, which is tiring and feels unnatural.
Quality control was another disappointment. When I first got the bike, it seemed fine, aside from a stripped screw in the rear fender that came from the factory. But small issues began to pop up. The folding steering stem started creaking loudly, and though the paint looks stunning in person, it began to flake slightly at the folding seam. The paint in general feels thin, but it's not the worst problem. The battery gauge, however, is pretty much useless. Even on a full charge, it fluctuates wildly between 1 to 4 bars. I think it measures the battery's current output rather than the actual charge left. For instance, after using the thumb throttle a lot on a big hill, the gauge dropped to no bars, but once I hit flat ground, it jumped back up to 3 bars.
The bike lasted me only a few months, covering about 200 km before it was stolen, but honestly, I wasn’t too upset. I was already looking at alternatives soon after getting it because of the ghost pedaling issue. The carbon belt, which seemed like a major selling point, ended up being a letdown since the pedaling felt off in all assist modes-there's little to no resistance. Another reason I bought this bike was that I planned to upgrade the seatpost to a suspension seatpost, but the tube diameter is non-standard, making it nearly impossible to find one that fits. You could probably use a suspension seat instead. The stock seat is okay, but you'll definitely feel bumps, so an upgrade is recommended.
Another thing to note is that if you decide to return the bike after trying it, the return shipping is quite expensive-around £170. I imagine this is meant to discourage returns, which I would have done myself if it wasn't so costly and such a hassle.
That said, Engwe’s customer service is fantastic and very helpful. The motor is also quite punchy as mentioned in the video, and it carried me (110 kg, 190 cm) easily, even reaching an unlocked top speed of 32 km/h with the thumb throttle.
In conclusion, I wouldn't recommend this bike as a commuter. But if you’re using it recreationally for short rides on relatively smooth roads, it could be a decent budget option compared to pricier e-bikes. Just keep in mind it’s a cheap bike from a Chinese manufacturer, and it likely won’t be as durable as one from a more reputable brand.
Actually, the shipping is not unreasonable due to the weight and bulk. I made sure my ebike (for commuting) had extra gears (5). I live in a hilly area. I don't have a ghost peddling issue, but I live in the US and the power cut off is at 20 mph/32 kph.
I am considering buying this bike, but the fact that it has ghost pedaling makes me hesitant. Do you know if the ghost pedaling is still present when the speed is unlocked? Or is that something else.
@Tjewy it ghost peadels as soon as you get to about 22km/t, so yes, it also does it when unlocked too. Unlocked it goes to about 32km/t with the throttle, but you really can't peadel up to that speed cause it's a torque sensor and not a cadence
@@Unexpired_Milk thanks for the fast reply!
What lightweight ebike , would anyone recommend? I have the engwe engine pro, with BMX bars it’s really hard awkward to bring upstairs was looking for something that I could just grab and go around town on. I think I’ll give this one a miss. I’ve also been a victim of anyways terrible customer service so which bike would anyone recommend around this weight, that I can restrict and that goes reasonably fast for its size. Thanks for any replies.
Great review, Eilis, not sure that you are totally convinced by this bike, but you test so many that you will instinctively know if this one is your "style" or not. It seems a good budget offering, but not a shining example of bikedom. It looks robust and functional. Really like the carbon belt, muddies, rack and lights. Shame all bikes don't do that. Price looks good too. Always love your stuff, a good thing to end the evening on. Thank you.
With a front hub motor and rear 11 speed hub using belt drive would be the ultimate low maintenance/capable machine. Why nobody makes this configuration amazes me.
Exactly! Or a mid drive engine and rear hub gears. I have an electric bike, but I don't think I could manage without gears.
I have an Evelo Dash with mid-drive, carbon belt, and a 5-speed internal hub gearing. I have hills in my area.
Lack of a greasy chain is important if you have an inquisitive a 2 year old. LOL
Yes, in most of the country single speed simply doesn't work.
My Argos bike comes close to that!
Pinion is the future. No rear anything.
It's not easy riding bikes in the UK. I can confirm it rains a lot 😊
Loving my pair of, upgraded a bit, Engwe EP-2
Love you Eilis. Keep up the good work
As always Eilis, excellent video.
Those sun glasses sound like a really good idea!
They're so great!
If you plan to ride the P20 in wet conditions, be prepared to purchase mud flaps for both the front and rear wheels. They’re an absolute must-have, as they prevent dirt and mud from flying up to your helmet, also sparing your shoes and pants, and stop it from making an absolute mess on your back. It’s quite amazing how much mud and dirt this bike can throw! My average mileage so far is around 50km, but it varies between 30-50km depending on the wind conditions. The front light throws light 2 meters ahead, but beyond that, it's pitch black in no light conditions. Yes, the singlespeed might look funny at times when I get up to 25km/h pedaling like a madman, but the bike has a more natural speed around 22km/h, which is perfectly fine for the daily 28km's I use it for.
Thanks for propa discount! You guys saved me 50£ ❤
How does this bike compare to say a Fido (d11?) or a ado a20?
Love the kitchen
Hehe thanks ☺
Vive la assistance! 😊
Oh yeeeees! Love that!
1 year warranty is pretty short compared to the market. For comparison ADO offer 2 years on theirs and Raleigh offer 5 years on the frame. Most offer 2 years though on the motor and battery.
What brand are your rear view glasses?
Another great video , Yah I think Engwe have shown that they make well engineered bikes and this one comes with hydrulic brakes as std that's great
Before going for a E-bike have a talk to your local bike shops, many will not touch E-bikes, not even to do general repairs. You need to be handy at DIY and be ready to send the bike to a approved repair shop!
Good point - I personally don't think about this because I'm very handy but I clearly understand how difficult it can be for some people
Great vid x
*Engwe are easily my favourite eBike brand, great range of products at great prices.*
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How did you mount and dismount - were you able to “step through” or did you wave your leg over the saddle?! Some of us seniors can have issues when setting off and stopping, especially in traffic and at traffic lights …
I read through the instructions but it was not clear if there is an option for switching between m/ph and k/ph
Great review Eilis. I did notice that the graphics of your weight converted to 43.3 lbs (10:26) is a little off. Can’t get good help these days! 🙂
👍 Also, 155cm is actually 5'1" and 190cm is 6'3"!
I was wondering if somebody else noticed that. I think whoever was in charge of making the captions forgot to put a one in front of that weight. (143.3 lbs.)
In this video it shows you wheeling the Engwe P20 by using the hand bar as steering while bike folded. This is very useful for people who have problems carrying heavy (18.5kg) objects. Magnets hold bike together well you say. Does the system work well? I mean can you wheel the folded bike 100 metres on a flat surface?
Good/interesting review but for us that are new to this what we need is for you to compare similar bikes/ bikes in similar price bracket. You could rate them as one to five - that would be particularly helpful???
Are there any delivering services in Europe that can help with shipping these european e bikes to the USA? The US from what I have seen lack a lot of the e bikes mentioned on the channel. this bike ticks all the boxes for me for my 1st e bike.
Wonder how this compares to the estarli belt drive coming out in November
Hello. Interested to hear your comment about being able to take these on trains? Certainly greater anglia who run the services where I live have banned all e-bikes and scooters, whether they fold or not.
The stupidest policy ever. Just build bigger train, still will be cheaper than having more roads and cars
Nobody trusts the batteries. 🥺 @@iraklimgeladze5223
Wow that's really and surprising about ebikes being banned... I can kind of understand DIY ebikes, but there are so many well built, safe to use ebikes out there. I've taken many ebikes on trains on my adventures. It seems the fearmongering is working it's magic
@@iraklimgeladze5223 I think they banned them because they don't like the competition... I mean, sorry, because they're a massive fire risk. I've never seen one do twenty miles withou exploding. Just like those EVs that caused the Luton airport fire, which wasn't the clearly diesel 4x4 you can see in the video and look up the exact make and model of... There's rampant paranoia about e-bikes and e-scooters and battery fires and there have been some but also fewer, you know, heart attacks and other premature deaths.
Maybe write to your MP? In calm measured tones obviously and/or start a petition? Or look to spread one someone else already did.
Hi! If you don’t mind where did u buy your sunglasses and orange jacket? Thank you!❤
Thank you.
Mirider is starting a 20 inch wheels version soon. I 95 percent decided to go for mirider 24 gb3 next month. I sold my 4 year old original mirider. I want to know can I get a bike rack that easily slides on the pannier bag without the tie in on thing many seen to do.
To compare with ADO Air 20, which one would be better?
Is Aventon available in the UK ? I have and Aventure 2 that is a beast.
Pass! Am sticking with my 36v Argos E plus 20'' folding bike. It cost me just £374 new and runs like a champ 2 years later!
Which model is it?
I have just buy a ebik how long do it take to charge. Ebike up
I'm an engineer that designs wireless products, the range for which is at most (line of sight, idea conditions) 1000 feet or about 330m. Real world conditions brings that down to 600feet typically, and this is known/understood by anyone with moderate technical wireless knowledge. I'm constantly after our marketing and customer service to stop quoting the maximum range at 1000 feet because in reality no customer will actually ever achieve that, even though it is technically possible.
I'll bet you that at Engwe there is also that one engineer that is hollering at the marketing guys to stop quoting ideal range, rather quote what the typical user can expect. 50km is still a respectable range for such a small and light bike!
Do you know how steep your hill is in % grade?
Great job , always love your reviews.
I would say that hill is about a 10-12% gradient 🙂
@@Electroheads thanks, more than 10% grade is a VERY steep hill.
FYI - there are free phone apps that can measure the percentage grade by placing the phone on the ground. I personally use CLINOMETER but be aware that the app has to be calibrated as many phones have phones that stick out from the case so calibration is important to take the bulge into account.
Again love your reviews. You're the best!
Everybody knows Engwe , does not have any warranty whatsoever. Good luck with that once you buy that’s it apart from the recent battery recall yes they use shit batteries that’s the only cover you will get my mate had the engine pro 2.0 they were pretty speedy in giving him a battery. I have the engine pro 1.0 with various issues not battery issues but warranty no no.
listed as 22kg with battery ?
What is one or more suggestion for good electric bikes that can go up very steep hills unassisted...
For hills, you need at list 750w and with middle motor to take advantage of low gears.
All this also could not be enough.
What I always used to use on my mountain bike was the Mark 1 leg, it worked very well. You just dismount and go up it. Although if it were Steep Hill in Lincoln I probably wouldn't bother because of the cobblestones. It's a good question though and it'd make a good video for them to test out if they haven't done one already - not that there's that many for them to go to in London.
Hello Electroheads, I was not sure where to message so thought i would via here, i have been watching some of your reviews as i have recently sold my car, my plan was to buy an electric bike for my daily commute/ leisure riding etc. I decided i wanted to buy a specialized Vado sl of which i test rode of which is a great bike ! Having then heard of problems with battery safety ie fires i have decided not to go ahead and buy one, i am aware that most incidents are from cheap imports, people using wrong chargers etc. All of the high standards ie UL etc does not guarantee that there is no risk, i am aware that there is a fraction of an incident but it will always be on the back of my mind, i will be sticking to an analogue bike for the time being. Can you tell me if there are any future developments in battery technology please re safety? Thank you
Phil
Hey Phil! Totally understand it can all sound a bit scary, but I've been dealing with ebikes for all these years and I've not had any issues. As long as you buy a good product and look after it/don't overcharge you shouldn't need to worry. However, there are exciting developments with a company called Gouach that claim to make fireproof batteries - they're worth having a look at!
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What’s the brand name for those sunglasses?
They're called Hindsight,I have a pair.
UK brand, cost £149 with various styles.Bought mines last year.
Thanks for the review.
I tried using the discount codes, but none of them work?
Hey! We've just tried it ourselves and it seems to work - are you using the right code for the right priced bike?
I rather own a electric bike than a electric car because a electric bike a ton more simple than a electric car
By the way since you’ve shoot this video in Brixton, Can you shoot your next video in Streatham ? which is right next to Brixton, if you can ..can you come to Leigham Court Road for an up hill test ? I live on Leigham court Road, right opposite Dunraven School !! Thanks for the video. My Love ..Love You Always, My E-Goddess
What a wonderful review. Too bad, as always, that such a fantastic ebike as this isn't available in North America/USA. Americans just don't appreciate the benefits of bike riding around most of the country.
Pretty sure majority of railway companies ban e-bikes nowadays. South East and great western definitely don’t accept any e-bikes or e-scooters.
Great western?! I'll have to double check because that must be a recent development for ebikes
One thing you might consider in future is to show the legal EAPC labelling on these bikes. I know it's not exactly sexy content but it would only take a few seconds. I bought an ADO A16 a couple of years ago and it complies with the 250W 25km/h assist limits but it doesn't have the required labelling, so if I was ever stopped by the police, they would be fully justified in confiscating the e-bike and dragging me into court for a six-point award on my licence. Otherwise it's a great e-bike, but I'm not going to risk riding it.
That's why I bought a cheap Argos e bike for commuting. It just has such a poverty spec looks almost invisible and very slow!
@@tylerhamilton-nz8qs Yeah, I'm sure any e-bike from the big vendors like Argos and Halfords will be road legal, or if not, it will say so.
voltage and battery capacity 36V 9.6Ah Lithium-ion*1 ; Speed · 25KM/H ; Charging Time · 5H ; Bike Weight · 18.5kg (40.7 lbs).on this bike 25 miles is the max range if you pedal a bit more,sorry i have a 36v 20ah battery and it gets me 50 miles.
As most Lithium batteries want to be recharged from 20% to 80% for longevity, perhaps a 80/20 range would be a helpful real-world measurement? I'll shut up now.
Interesting thought!
@@Electroheads can you get the companies to tell you if they using LFP or old fashioned lithium ion? Pretty sure LFP would have lower range but has longer lifespan and is even less likely to combust. There's also no reason not to charge to 100%. Not that I'm sure the 80-100% thing is a real issue now that we have battery management systems - I thought you just slowed down the charging toward the end.
Since LFP cells are supposed to be cheaper, and an e-bike battery is just a box full of cells*, I see no reason they can't use them. Much like electric cars, no-one seriously uses the full range.
*Same with your power bank, car battery, and so on. You can use any cell chemistry you like, and none of the rest of the vehicle has to change significantly.
Too bad the P20 isn’t available in North America!
You work hard on these videos and then link fails for you, grrrr!
traveled 280 km
Not liking the black cupboards!
Well that's good cos they're blue!
The Bike Folds all the way? Gnarly.
I have inside knowledge, Brompton are shitting themselves.
of course only joking. the bikes a joke or indeed a clowns bike
@@guth21776 Maybe stop thinking in extremes.
@@guth21776 awww bless your heart. I suppose it might not be as 'good' as an e-bike that costs three times as much. You know, aside from the value which isn't important to anyone.
1:28 Nice rack
yea, very bouncy!
But the company has terrible reviews
Please find a real hill. Not a slope lol.
It’s a bit blocky and ugly
Ugly looking bike, sorry, but am sure it performs well
I actually really like the look of it! 😅
I mean, you value the wrong things in bicycles, but sure, if this bothers you, there's probably other styles.
5 foot 10 .. I am 5 foot 10 too, so techinically speaking, if you wear high hills then you defo are talller than me. Have to get your skin sorte my love
wtf
High hills like Scafell Pike, for example?
She did for the kitchen video lol
new order 🚴♀️ @londoneats