The horn is awesome, haha. Good for warning bears actually. I jumped on one of these bikes on a ride recently. They have come a long way but the no clutch thing is still a deal breaker for the nasty riding we do. They break traction too easily in loose or super muddy terrain.
So I weigh 210 without equipment and only changed out the wheels and tires (21 front and 18 back kkrs). Did a 31 mile total trip with a elevation rise 3100 foot climb in elevation and then back down. About half in S or D mode there and the rest in Eco. Made it back with 24%. If you don’t mind me asking, what are you weighing in at and how much of a difference is the 53 tooth sprocket? I already ordered the chain you posted a link to, it sounds like a definite range increased. Thank you for sharing all your content, it’s been extremely helpful. Hands down, this bike is awesome, no going back to the gasser for me. Nothing like finishing a ride and not feeling worn out from the motor shaking underneath you for hours.
I'm weighing in at about 190. The 53 tooth sprocket gives it more zip out of the pocket and for getting over things. Kind of like the difference between d and s mode. Not only does the roller chain increase the range, but also the immediate power factor when you give it throttle. Glad I can help with this amazing bike. I completely agree about the worn out factor! I feel like a young buck again riding this thing!
I had hernia surgery back in 2000. With today's medicine, it's not that bad. I was out building my privacy fence in just a couple days afterwards. Wasn't supposed to be, but it was ok. Let your body tell you if you can pickup your bike.
Thanks John! Healing is going well and I look forward to riding in another 10 days. I will have a video soon on more mods and a 200 mile review. I super appreciate everyones well wishes.
Sick ride! What chain and sprocket combo are you running? Also any other tips for better range ? Just picked one up and I’m pretty stoked on it.. aloha from Hawai’i🤙🏽
Aloha Samson! I'm super stoked for you on your new ride. They are truly perma grin machines. I am running a ProX MX roller chain with a 53 tooth KKE sprocket. Lighter rolling mass, ie; light wheels and tubes will give you better range, but will give you headaches in the terrain that you have over there. I am running thick heavy duty tubes with big tires and am very happy with my range and handleability.
Stumbled across your video. I really enjoyed seeing this raw out on the trails. How would something like this be for a newer rider? I'm thinking of my wife. Only issue I'd think would be that she is very short, right at 5', but the twist and go, and mountain bike style brakes might be great... Any thoughts?
I think this bike would be great for a beginner though I do think her height would be an issue. I sold my Light Bee to a good friend and she is short as well and it is a perfect fit. She loves it! The stock light bee has different power modes like the Ultra Bee. Perfect for beginners. My older vids are of the Light Bee.
The short answer is no. I did not switch to the roller chain from the o-ring until I got the 53. I honestly don't know which gearing would be better for range in the dirt. On pavement, I would imagine that the 46 would be better.
@@schreddersworld1050 I was thinking dirt not pavement I am looking for better response between D and S like D+ 50t now thought 53t might do the trick but do not want to lose range 😎
Yep, great video again. Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
Thanks! 2 weeks to go before I'm back on the electric horse!
The horn is awesome, haha. Good for warning bears actually. I jumped on one of these bikes on a ride recently. They have come a long way but the no clutch thing is still a deal breaker for the nasty riding we do. They break traction too easily in loose or super muddy terrain.
Great contents as always, good luck with the op 👍👍
Bro, you and your ride buddies get Cardo helmet communicators. Amazing addition to single track rides.
So I weigh 210 without equipment and only changed out the wheels and tires (21 front and 18 back kkrs). Did a 31 mile total trip with a elevation rise 3100 foot climb in elevation and then back down. About half in S or D mode there and the rest in Eco. Made it back with 24%.
If you don’t mind me asking, what are you weighing in at and how much of a difference is the 53 tooth sprocket? I already ordered the chain you posted a link to, it sounds like a definite range increased.
Thank you for sharing all your content, it’s been extremely helpful.
Hands down, this bike is awesome, no going back to the gasser for me. Nothing like finishing a ride and not feeling worn out from the motor shaking underneath you for hours.
I'm weighing in at about 190. The 53 tooth sprocket gives it more zip out of the pocket and for getting over things. Kind of like the difference between d and s mode.
Not only does the roller chain increase the range, but also the immediate power factor when you give it throttle.
Glad I can help with this amazing bike.
I completely agree about the worn out factor! I feel like a young buck again riding this thing!
I had hernia surgery back in 2000. With today's medicine, it's not that bad. I was out building my privacy fence in just a couple days afterwards. Wasn't supposed to be, but it was ok. Let your body tell you if you can pickup your bike.
Hope you are healing well, looking forward to more content 👍👍
Thanks John! Healing is going well and I look forward to riding in another 10 days. I will have a video soon on more mods and a 200 mile review.
I super appreciate everyones well wishes.
great video! I've gotta try a full ride in Sport, I'm getting about the same range in Dad mode haha
Sick ride! What chain and sprocket combo are you running? Also any other tips for better range ? Just picked one up and I’m pretty stoked on it.. aloha from Hawai’i🤙🏽
Aloha Samson! I'm super stoked for you on your new ride. They are truly perma grin machines.
I am running a ProX MX roller chain with a 53 tooth KKE sprocket. Lighter rolling mass, ie; light wheels and tubes will give you better range, but will give you headaches in the terrain that you have over there.
I am running thick heavy duty tubes with big tires and am very happy with my range and handleability.
@@schreddersworld1050 mahalos for the info. Hope the healing is going well! Looking forward to new content
Stumbled across your video. I really enjoyed seeing this raw out on the trails. How would something like this be for a newer rider? I'm thinking of my wife. Only issue I'd think would be that she is very short, right at 5', but the twist and go, and mountain bike style brakes might be great... Any thoughts?
I think this bike would be great for a beginner though I do think her height would be an issue. I sold my Light Bee to a good friend and she is short as well and it is a perfect fit. She loves it! The stock light bee has different power modes like the Ultra Bee. Perfect for beginners.
My older vids are of the Light Bee.
Does that protaper bar pad fit well? thinking about getting that one.
Yep, fits perfect
What sprocket T you running with 18 rear?
53
Did you get better range from 46 to 53 sprocket
The short answer is no. I did not switch to the roller chain from the o-ring until I got the 53. I honestly don't know which gearing would be better for range in the dirt. On pavement, I would imagine that the 46 would be better.
@@schreddersworld1050 I was thinking dirt not pavement
I am looking for better response between D and S like D+
50t now thought 53t might do the trick but do not want to lose range 😎
Do you Ride the 12 kw Ultra bee or the tuned 30 kw?
12k Ultra Bee
@@schreddersworld1050 wow, even with 12k that strong.
@@ML-qv9wu Yes, I am very happy with the power. I don't planning on modifying.
@@schreddersworld1050 and you changed the tyres to 20/18“. As these tyres are heavier, do you notice any loss in range?
@@ML-qv9wu Should be 18/21"