@@BOOSTEDLASER Onyx ships the bike as a class 2 ebike which does not need to be registered. They provide the documentation to get it registered as a moped should you choose to register it.
Hey man. Love the mods you have done to this bike. Where did you get those signal lights, and are they plug and play? Would you mind embedding a link?🙏🏽
They were not plug and play but you can definitely put new connectors on them to make them plug and play. LINK: BlyilyB Motorcycle Blinkers Indicator Turn Signal Amber Flowing Sequential Universal Lamp (Pack of 4) a.co/d/1I3SDG7
@@ikehigh05 Awesome! Thank you 🙏🏽 I’ll definitely stay tune for any more contact you make on the CTY2 PS: what are the connectors you used? 😅 last question, promise.🤙🏽
Ask away. Ill help in anyway I can. Soo the stock turns use bullet connectors. Youll have to take the stock ones out to see what size youll need to use for your new turns. This is the kit that I used : Wire Terminal Crimping Tool Kit, Qibaok Ratcheting Wire Crimper AWG 22-16(0.5-1.5mm²) with 500PCS Female Male Spade Connectors & Bullet Connectors Terminals a.co/d/i9bEjhN
@@ikehigh05 Dude that’s awesome. I really appreciate you being so communicative and willing to help out the community. Thank you 🙏🏽 I feel like it be too much to ask for you to maybe create a video of how to install the signal lights. (or maybe point me to a video or resource that would give me the gist of it ) I’m getting my bike in soon. And I have the parts ordered, but my only option is to ask somebody to install it for me and pay for labor. I’m not very good at DIY and don’t wanna screw it up.😅🫤 (also a pretty important mod since I plan to daily this to work and drive back home at night. Want to be is visible as possible.)
I added some links in a response to Emil T above. I got rid of the stock headlight because Im not a fan of chrome and I wanted a bigger headlight for added safely and visibility.
@@ikehigh05 Ah, ok sweet. How do you see the stock headlight? Is it weak? Or you just wanted something stronger? How does the new add-ons effect the battery life?? Thanks for replying 🙌🏼
@@MrQuien I only had 1 ride in drizzle soo idk how it would handle a downpour. I personally think it would survive no problem as long as you dried it down after the ride
No, the CTY is enough to me, coming from an Ariel Rider. It goes 50mph and looks less like a motorcycle than a RCR. Realistic range in my opinion is probably like 25 miles in Normal and sport mode. With that said, I ordered a 39AH custom battery from powerful lithium. I will make a video when it comes.
@@ikehigh05 I found the battery upgrade from powerful lithium. Now just wondering what you've experienced in range increase and power increase. Would you say you're range doubled? Thabks!
Turns: BlyilyB Motorcycle Blinkers... www.amazon.com/dp/B07GZLN7L7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Rack: www.onyxmotorbikes.com/collections/parts/products/onyx-rear-rack Sidebag: Rhinowalk Bike Handlebar Bag, Multifunctional Waterproof Mountain Bike Crossbar Front Bag Road Bike Basket Bicycle Frame Bag Waist Shoulder Bag Bicycle Bag Professional Cycling Accessories a.co/d/795hmZI
Srry for the late response. I did the wrap myself. I did modify the controller to have higher speeds only in Normal mode. From a 20mph limit to a 35mph limit
Srry for the response. Brackets link: KiWAV Headlight Mount Brackets... www.amazon.com/dp/B00RE4HTPY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Also, what im particular are you referring to on the suspension pole?
I believe he’s talking about the Cup/bottle holder. Could you provide a link to that as well? I’m also curious how does it interfere with the bike’s turn radius?
@@suavyp1337 you can position the cup holder to not impede with the turn radius GEARV 2Pack Cup Holder for Bike,... www.amazon.com/dp/B085JW79V5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I now know i prefer the cty2. The problem with that is i did not know that until i took delivery a few days ago of my RCR and rode it a few miles. 😢 don’t get me wrong , the rcr is insane. Power and speed are great. I have a leg issue that makes it a little difficult to get my leg over to get on. The lower, step through cty2 is the one i should have bought. Now have to sell my RCR and order the cty2.
I like the onyx cty 2 a lot better than the rcr - I think one of the drawbacks with the onyx is it's customization option? Unlike the super73 or Ariel riders bikes there easy to customize and basically create a new bike with. But your upgrades are nice and totally fit with the style. Is that an actual legal Illinois plate you have on the bike? Also are you in Illinois?
@@ikehigh05 I have a modified super73 RX 72volt system, if you're close to Chicago maybe we can ride next spring/summer? Congratulations on the onyx....peace!
@@ikehigh05 - Yeah how's it going? My apologies I thought I had replied to your Comment! No I don't have any videos of my bike yet....it's in my cluttered basement and the backdrop for photos or video would be very unflattering lol. But I do plan to take pics this summer during a few rides...speaking of rides do you plan on riding next month? I'm looking to start riding in June and I've been looking to possibly join a few PEV group rides so if you know of any or would like to ride out that would be awesome: reminder I'm in Chicago! I don't have a Facebook page or a personal ig just this youtube and I only have that because Google basically forces you to have a youtube when you request a email account...so I'm basically out of the loop when it comes to the PEV community! Again awesome bike hope to link up with you if possible!
Here is the entire headlight setup: Use these brackets instead of the brackets that come with the housing : KiWAV Headlight Mount Brackets... www.amazon.com/dp/B00RE4HTPY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Housing :Autokun 5.75 Inch Headlight Bucket Universal 5 3/4 Motorcycle Led Headlight Housing w/Mounting Brackets Fit 32-40mm Fork Tube a.co/d/6X6gGS2 H4 wire harness WiH4 HB2 9003 Wiring Harness... www.amazon.com/dp/B076JGTB7H?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Headlight: 5.75 LED Headlight, HOYUZA 5-3/4... www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZS9YLH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Thanks. I do like the wood but it is known to get dinged up and fade overtime. The wrap gave it a more modern look while protecting the wood underneath.
Bike Mirrors for Handlebars 2PCS, Adjustable Rear View Mirror for Bikes, Universal Rearview Mirror for Road/Mountain/Kids/Ebike Bicycle Adult Bikes a.co/d/gxuj51f
Very nice ! Clean.
I actually like the flex tubing
Thanks. Yea the tubing was just to add a more uniform look to the wiring, with the benefit of a little bit more protection
What size was the flex tubing?
1/4 inch or 3/8?
@@Blackwolf2111 I believe I used a combination of 3/8 and whatever is the next size up
Ok, looks good!!
Very nice job with the mods!!
Thanks. Your content helped me decide on the CTY2. Keep up the good work.
@@ikehigh05 that is awesome to hear! Thank you! 🙏
YO E, YOU HAVE PLATE AND INSURANCE TO RIDE IN NJ?
@@ErockRodz WHATS THE LEAST AND MOST MILES YOU GET A CHARGE? THAT NEW 32A BATTERY CANT COME FAST ENOUGH
@@BOOSTEDLASER Onyx ships the bike as a class 2 ebike which does not need to be registered. They provide the documentation to get it registered as a moped should you choose to register it.
Nice job there.
I have my city 2 as well I been enjoying so much 🔥🤙🏻
Do you feel it was worth it gettin it registered ?
What’s with the tag ? I thought if it had pedals you could ride it without a license.
Incredible job.
Super sick
Hey! Did you register it is as a moped or a motorcycle?
Not yet. In the future.... possibly but that kind of defeats the purpose of a bike like this
How did you attach the mirrors to the handle bars? Isn’t the end side of the handle bars enclosed? Did you cut a opening?
Yea, i just cut the rubber ends. You can buy some more grips with open ends of course but i was being cheap and impatient
@@ikehigh05 gotcha. I just did the same as you lol
Can you drop a link to the mirrors? I like these and was trying to find a similar option but they were kinda pricy. Much appreciated!
Bike Mirrors for Handlebars 2PCS,... www.amazon.com/dp/B08G1JZ6H7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Hey man. Love the mods you have done to this bike. Where did you get those signal lights, and are they plug and play? Would you mind embedding a link?🙏🏽
They were not plug and play but you can definitely put new connectors on them to make them plug and play. LINK: BlyilyB Motorcycle Blinkers Indicator Turn Signal Amber Flowing Sequential Universal Lamp (Pack of 4) a.co/d/1I3SDG7
@@ikehigh05
Awesome! Thank you 🙏🏽 I’ll definitely stay tune for any more contact you make on the CTY2 PS: what are the connectors you used? 😅 last question, promise.🤙🏽
Ask away. Ill help in anyway I can. Soo the stock turns use bullet connectors. Youll have to take the stock ones out to see what size youll need to use for your new turns. This is the kit that I used : Wire Terminal Crimping Tool Kit, Qibaok Ratcheting Wire Crimper AWG 22-16(0.5-1.5mm²) with 500PCS Female Male Spade Connectors & Bullet Connectors Terminals a.co/d/i9bEjhN
@@ikehigh05 Dude that’s awesome. I really appreciate you being so communicative and willing to help out the community. Thank you 🙏🏽 I feel like it be too much to ask for you to maybe create a video of how to install the signal lights. (or maybe point me to a video or resource that would give me the gist of it ) I’m getting my bike in soon. And I have the parts ordered, but my only option is to ask somebody to install it for me and pay for labor. I’m not very good at DIY and don’t wanna screw it up.😅🫤 (also a pretty important mod since I plan to daily this to work and drive back home at night. Want to be is visible as possible.)
Any links or hints on where to purchase each mod?
Why the headlight change?
I added some links in a response to Emil T above. I got rid of the stock headlight because Im not a fan of chrome and I wanted a bigger headlight for added safely and visibility.
@@ikehigh05 Ah, ok sweet. How do you see the stock headlight? Is it weak? Or you just wanted something stronger? How does the new add-ons effect the battery life??
Thanks for replying 🙌🏼
@@ikehigh05 Have you had any wet rides yet? Want to know how rain/water effects the battery and wiring with a vertical door..
@@MrQuien Im sure the stock headlight is decent, but immediately changed it. The new headlight only causes a voltage drop of 0.3v.
@@MrQuien I only had 1 ride in drizzle soo idk how it would handle a downpour. I personally think it would survive no problem as long as you dried it down after the ride
Do the pegs actually hold another passenger? Considering buying pegs today for my cty2
To be honest, Im not sure. Never had anyone else on the bike with me
do you wish you saved some more and got the rcr or is the city enough? what kind of real world mileage are you getting on yours?
No, the CTY is enough to me, coming from an Ariel Rider. It goes 50mph and looks less like a motorcycle than a RCR. Realistic range in my opinion is probably like 25 miles in Normal and sport mode. With that said, I ordered a 39AH custom battery from powerful lithium. I will make a video when it comes.
@@ikehigh05 where did you order the battery and how much? My cty2 will be here Friday, but I'm already curious about upgrading the battery
@@ikehigh05 I found the battery upgrade from powerful lithium. Now just wondering what you've experienced in range increase and power increase. Would you say you're range doubled? Thabks!
@@zacht112 check out my video on the powerful lithium battery, goes into detail of what I experienced with it
Cool mods. How much was the rear rack and did DMW install it ?
I think the rack was $100 from onyx's website and its self installed
Nice. Can you provide links to the turn signals, rear rack & side bag, please? Or info so I can buy them. Thanks.
Turns: BlyilyB Motorcycle Blinkers... www.amazon.com/dp/B07GZLN7L7?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Rack: www.onyxmotorbikes.com/collections/parts/products/onyx-rear-rack
Sidebag: Rhinowalk Bike Handlebar Bag, Multifunctional Waterproof Mountain Bike Crossbar Front Bag Road Bike Basket Bicycle Frame Bag Waist Shoulder Bag Bicycle Bag Professional Cycling Accessories a.co/d/795hmZI
Sweet bike! What about a throttle upgrade to a full grip throttle? Do the same throttles that work for the RCR work for the CTY2?
I don’t plan on changing the throttle but I do believe the RCR throttle is interchangeable with the CTY throttle
That's a great looking bike man! Where did you get the pegs and fender from?
Thanks.
M8 Motorcycle Foldable Foot Pegs... www.amazon.com/dp/B08Y9991FY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Motorcycle Mudguard, Motorcycle... www.amazon.com/dp/B07XZ9C1FD?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
❤
@@ikehigh05is that the magnetic fender?
@@RandomMotoThings yessir
Bad ass. who did your carbon wrap? did you do the hack that increases acceleration?
Srry for the late response. I did the wrap myself. I did modify the controller to have higher speeds only in Normal mode. From a 20mph limit to a 35mph limit
This beat is Fire!
Can you post links to the places where you purchased these modifications especially the fenders
What did you use for the light brackets? What’s that around the suspension pole?
Srry for the response. Brackets link: KiWAV Headlight Mount Brackets... www.amazon.com/dp/B00RE4HTPY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Also, what im particular are you referring to on the suspension pole?
I believe he’s talking about the Cup/bottle holder. Could you provide a link to that as well? I’m also curious how does it interfere with the bike’s turn radius?
@@suavyp1337 you can position the cup holder to not impede with the turn radius
GEARV 2Pack Cup Holder for Bike,... www.amazon.com/dp/B085JW79V5?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I like the CTY2 better than the RCR, but it should be as fast as the RCR.
I now know i prefer the cty2. The problem with that is i did not know that until i took delivery a few days ago of my RCR and rode it a few miles. 😢 don’t get me wrong , the rcr is insane. Power and speed are great. I have a leg issue that makes it a little difficult to get my leg over to get on. The lower, step through cty2 is the one i should have bought. Now have to sell my RCR and order the cty2.
@@jimjr9143As long as you are prepared for lower power, and top speed than the RCR.
What dumb comment
@@jimjr9143in case you still have rcr for trade & live in San Francisco Bay Area, let me know.
I have an Cty2 & am looking for an rcr 😊
I like the onyx cty 2 a lot better than the rcr - I think one of the drawbacks with the onyx is it's customization option? Unlike the super73 or Ariel riders bikes there easy to customize and basically create a new bike with.
But your upgrades are nice and totally fit with the style. Is that an actual legal Illinois plate you have on the bike? Also are you in Illinois?
Thanks for the compliments on the bike. You can definitely get creative with Onyx bikes.
No, it was just a novelty plate.
Yep, in Illinois
@@ikehigh05 I have a modified super73 RX 72volt system, if you're close to Chicago maybe we can ride next spring/summer? Congratulations on the onyx....peace!
@@knowEgo I'd definitely be down for that. You have any videos on your 72v RX? Id love to check it out
@@ikehigh05 - Yeah how's it going? My apologies I thought I had replied to your Comment! No I don't have any videos of my bike yet....it's in my cluttered basement and the backdrop for photos or video would be very unflattering lol. But I do plan to take pics this summer during a few rides...speaking of rides do you plan on riding next month? I'm looking to start riding in June and I've been looking to possibly join a few PEV group rides so if you know of any or would like to ride out that would be awesome: reminder I'm in Chicago! I don't have a Facebook page or a personal ig just this youtube and I only have that because Google basically forces you to have a youtube when you request a email account...so I'm basically out of the loop when it comes to the PEV community! Again awesome bike hope to link up with you if possible!
How much is total weight? and w/o battery? Awesome share!
I believe its 150lbs including a 15lbs battery. Soo 135lbs approximately. Its a little heavy but robust and sturdy
Do you have Link for the headlight ?
Thanks
Here is the entire headlight setup:
Use these brackets instead of the brackets that come with the housing :
KiWAV Headlight Mount Brackets... www.amazon.com/dp/B00RE4HTPY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Housing :Autokun 5.75 Inch Headlight Bucket Universal 5 3/4 Motorcycle Led Headlight Housing w/Mounting Brackets Fit 32-40mm Fork Tube a.co/d/6X6gGS2
H4 wire harness WiH4 HB2 9003 Wiring Harness... www.amazon.com/dp/B076JGTB7H?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Headlight: 5.75 LED Headlight, HOYUZA 5-3/4... www.amazon.com/dp/B096ZS9YLH?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Ok cool.. thanks and love your setup!
Do the Police ever give you any problem on the CTY2?
Not yet. I only ride it in traffic as well.
Just purchased those turn signals. How did you mount it to the rear rack?
In this video the rear turns were not attached to the rear rack, they were mounted on the original bracket that the stock rear turns used.
@@ikehigh05 Ah ok. So just replace the lights and not have to add any additional hardware to it then. Thanks
Nice upgrade on the battery cover, never liked the wood grain finish.
Thanks. I do like the wood but it is known to get dinged up and fade overtime. The wrap gave it a more modern look while protecting the wood underneath.
@@ikehigh05 whered you get the wrap sir
@@ikehigh05 where did you get the wrap?
@@RandomMotoThings 3m vinyl wrap from Amazon
Side mirror link?
Bike Mirrors for Handlebars 2PCS, Adjustable Rear View Mirror for Bikes, Universal Rearview Mirror for Road/Mountain/Kids/Ebike Bicycle Adult Bikes a.co/d/gxuj51f
NOT A BIKE? YOU NEED A PLATE FOR THIS?
You dont have to plate it. Its the riders choice