Another very detailed and enjoyable review. I just bought this bike yesterday. I tried several bikes of the course of two hours. I kept coming back to this bike. Great power, very light, and unless you look real hard you would not know that it was an E-bike. The Brose motor is so quiet and strong. I am very happy with my choice. Great review.
The Raleigh name lives on… In the 1950s Raleigh was one of the biggest manufacturers in the UK, producing millions of bicycles exported all over the world. Today, as with so many of these famous marques, the bike is probably manufactured in Asia. We don't know who the designers are or anything like that. Still, a rather nice E-bike anyway :)
For Mr. Reviewer... the thing that changes gears is a derailleur, pronounced "De-rail-er" not "De-rail-yer". I purchased this bike in Jan 2018 as a commuter Sweet, fast bike, love it for commuting and trips to the grocery store. A few things to note. The battery lasts at most, half of the rated range. My 10.5 mile commute to work is along a long, flat road at sea level with an elevation gain/loss of three feet. When I get home after 21 mile, round trip, the battery is nearly dead (one bar). I weigh 165 pound and set the assist level to medium or low. I'm disappointed in the range. I looked at a lot of different racks to add to the back. I settled on the Bontrager BackRack. It's so sturdy that I sat on it while my son rode the bike. Unlike most rack, this the Bontrager has a small metal plate to permanently mount a tail light. There are are wires power the headlight and tail light. There's no documentation on the wiring. I measured the output at 6 volts. The motor is silent. When switching between assist and off, you can't hear the motor turn on. At high speed you can't hear the motor. It really goes 28 MPH when the battery is fully charged. When the battery is less than 50% top speed begins to reduce. The large 27.5 inch wheels make it easy to pedal, even twit the motor off. Overall an excellent bike with a good price when on sale. Just wish it had better range.
I purchased mine in 2018 as well, but am getting much better range than you are getting. Have gone over 30 miles on flat rail trail using mostly the cruise low power mode and only used about 3 bars. I regularly commute 22 miles each way to work in very hilly Vermont terrain using higher power modes on the hills and always have at least 3 bars left when I arrive.- I re-charge at the office. For reference I weigh 200 pounds and carry a pannier/briefcase.
I have about 400 miles on the bike so far this summer but I have not maxed it out yet. On flat rail trail using mostly the lowest setting I have gone 30 miles on just under half a charge. On the super hilly terrain using a mix of ranges I get 27 miles or so and have 3 bars left over. ymmv.
My Redux iE is about a year and 1/2 old and I used daily (5 out of 7 days) for commuting to work. It was stored in my garage at night and in a covered bike room at work. One day a few weeks ago I went out to the garage and realized that the battery was not recharged despite being plugged in so I took the bus. After trying another charger and plugging the battery in following the proper sequence it still would not charge. After repeated attempts to communicated with Raleigh (which is a whole other story) I was advised to purchase another $700 battery from them and given an attachment on how to properly care for a battery. Felt like a big FU to me. My Redux sits in the garage drying my rain gear as I now use my regular non electric bike like I have for years.
Most of the shock-absorbing seatposts max out at rider weights far below mine, so I guess I'll stick with a traditional seatpost and a nice, plush seat with springs.
how does this bike do on a hilly terrain? e-bike review? thanks for the sharing your passion with e bikes your channel made me like e bikes and definitely will pick up one in the near future.
I'm in the UK grew up on Raleigh bikes I still remember my metallic blue shadow Raleigh racer. I just went on the raleigh website in the UK guess what they don't do the Redux over here and nothing like it even! maybe its just too expensive to build for our poorer market and low demand.
Like always, awesome review Court! I am deciding if I am going to get this or the turbo levo HT. I want more speed and I do not mind the suspension. Could you give me an honest opinion between the two. Is this zippier than the levo HT? Thanks in advance. keep it up Court.
I don't know if anyone can hear that at just after 14:25, but that is the exact reason why you don't shift under load like that............Also at 15:41 you can see how the chain guard is bent and moves laterally as it is out of dish. Shame for such a pricey bike.
Brian Moyers Thanks. Price shouldn't be imbedded 3/4 through the review and not reiterated...it really is one of the most important things...I understand why he doesn't do it though right at the beginning--he doesn't want to turn people off from listening to the rest of the review
You're welcome. Court's review videos are always so thorough and jam-packed with info! I like that he provides a link to a full write up as well. That's usually where I go to easily find the answers to my pressing questions.
There is a URL in the description of all of his reviews that gives all the details like pricing, motor, battery specs etc. This one is at electricbikereview.com/raleigh/redux-ie/
Why do people by an ebike, but don't want anybody to know it's an ebike. Are people asham of it?. I notice you take a lot of pride in mentioning that. Just wandering. Thanks
It's worth it, I bought mine at a discount price of $2600 But after riding it for eight months I would definitely by one at full price (But then again, my one has a brose motor and not Bosch)
Another very detailed and enjoyable review. I just bought this bike yesterday. I tried several bikes of the course of two hours. I kept coming back to this bike. Great power, very light, and unless you look real hard you would not know that it was an E-bike. The Brose motor is so quiet and strong. I am very happy with my choice. Great review.
Charles Ramsay can I ask what you paid?
>$3,000 and worth every cent.Took some hills today with ease.
Well thought out. My fav was the Raleigh 1020 from the 80's. Biking since tricycle and still is.
Just bought a 2018 Redux because of this video! Thanks so much for your detailed reviews!
Gheez, that's one heck of a good review. Thanks for posting.
LOVE YOUR WORK< YOUR CHANNEL ALL OF IT ! Bought a juiced udk v3 refurb with basket nd 500w motor thanks to you1
The Raleigh name lives on…
In the 1950s Raleigh was one of the biggest manufacturers in the UK, producing millions of bicycles exported all over the world. Today, as with so many of these famous marques, the bike is probably manufactured in Asia. We don't know who the designers are or anything like that.
Still, a rather nice E-bike anyway :)
Designed and engineered in California. Manufactured in Taiwan.
Larry, as a new owner of a 2017 Redux I want to thank you for a fantastic product. I'm looking forward to many years of enjoyment.
Thanks Charles. So pleased to hear. I hope you will enjoy it for many years to come!
...and this bike isn't available in the UK. From a so called "British" company
Awesome Raleigh,well done.
Another great review! The Brose motor is incredibly quiet, could hardly hear it even in the close up shots!
I need this bike in my life
For Mr. Reviewer... the thing that changes gears is a derailleur, pronounced "De-rail-er" not "De-rail-yer".
I purchased this bike in Jan 2018 as a commuter Sweet, fast bike, love it for commuting and trips to the grocery store. A few things to note. The battery lasts at most, half of the rated range. My 10.5 mile commute to work is along a long, flat road at sea level with an elevation gain/loss of three feet. When I get home after 21 mile, round trip, the battery is nearly dead (one bar). I weigh 165 pound and set the assist level to medium or low. I'm disappointed in the range.
I looked at a lot of different racks to add to the back. I settled on the Bontrager BackRack. It's so sturdy that I sat on it while my son rode the bike. Unlike most rack, this the Bontrager has a small metal plate to permanently mount a tail light. There are are wires power the headlight and tail light. There's no documentation on the wiring. I measured the output at 6 volts.
The motor is silent. When switching between assist and off, you can't hear the motor turn on. At high speed you can't hear the motor. It really goes 28 MPH when the battery is fully charged. When the battery is less than 50% top speed begins to reduce. The large 27.5 inch wheels make it easy to pedal, even twit the motor off.
Overall an excellent bike with a good price when on sale. Just wish it had better range.
I purchased mine in 2018 as well, but am getting much better range than you are getting. Have gone over 30 miles on flat rail trail using mostly the cruise low power mode and only used about 3 bars. I regularly commute 22 miles each way to work in very hilly Vermont terrain using higher power modes on the hills and always have at least 3 bars left when I arrive.- I re-charge at the office. For reference I weigh 200 pounds and carry a pannier/briefcase.
Rebecca Padula I am curious of what is the max range you have achieved ? I am looking for a bike that can handle a 40+ miles trip. Thanks.
I have about 400 miles on the bike so far this summer but I have not maxed it out yet. On flat rail trail using mostly the lowest setting I have gone 30 miles on just under half a charge. On the super hilly terrain using a mix of ranges I get 27 miles or so and have 3 bars left over. ymmv.
Rebecca Padula thank you for the info ! So I guess theoretically it can go 60 miles on a single charge of the terrain is relatively flat.
My Redux iE is about a year and 1/2 old and I used daily (5 out of 7 days) for commuting to work. It was stored in my garage at night and in a covered bike room at work. One day a few weeks ago I went out to the garage and realized that the battery was not recharged despite being plugged in so I took the bus. After trying another charger and plugging the battery in following the proper sequence it still would not charge. After repeated attempts to communicated with Raleigh (which is a whole other story) I was advised to purchase another $700 battery from them and given an attachment on how to properly care for a battery. Felt like a big FU to me. My Redux sits in the garage drying my rain gear as I now use my regular non electric bike like I have for years.
but over all yeah looks smooth poweful and quiet. if i got one i'd also go straight for integrated lights and suspension seat post.
Most of the shock-absorbing seatposts max out at rider weights far below mine, so I guess I'll stick with a traditional seatpost and a nice, plush seat with springs.
Nice bike
WOW this bike is amazing, i am fan of stealth stuff :D
raleigh and juiced seem to give the best bang for your buck. I'm waiting to see what juiced is going to do with their crosscurrent
i still like a raleigh because i have a raleigh bike
Great review. How would you rate this in a comparison with the Specialized turbo X?
how does this bike do on a hilly terrain? e-bike review? thanks for the sharing your passion with e bikes your channel made me like e bikes and definitely will pick up one in the near future.
suprised to see what looks like the front sprocket or crank shaft bent as it has a side wobble when turning.
Love the design and look of the Raleigh ebike range, sadly not available in Australia. Raleigh is very under represented here but not sure why?
I'm in the UK grew up on Raleigh bikes I still remember my metallic blue shadow Raleigh racer. I just went on the raleigh website in the UK guess what they don't do the Redux over here and nothing like it even! maybe its just too expensive to build for our poorer market and low demand.
Btw everyone, the bike costs~$3100 USD (assumption that USD)
There is a URL in the description of all of his reviews that gives all the details like pricing, motor, battery specs etc.
Do you know the new Raleigh Austin Compact? It seems to be very handy and here in Germany it is only 1699€.
A Review would be so nice :)
Has me wondering if a Fast, Quiet, and Stealthly Full Suspension Bike exist.
Like always, awesome review Court! I am deciding if I am going to get this or the turbo levo HT. I want more speed and I do not mind the suspension. Could you give me an honest opinion between the two. Is this zippier than the levo HT? Thanks in advance. keep it up Court.
I don't know if anyone can hear that at just after 14:25, but that is the exact reason why you don't shift under load like that............Also at 15:41 you can see how the chain guard is bent and moves laterally as it is out of dish. Shame for such a pricey bike.
nice do you make a cruiser model....kinda like towny bike..?..i have a HPC i love it...
Can you keep the e bike battery charged using a backup top post car battery with a 400 watt power inverter to get extra mileage ?
very good. Thanks lots. :D
so this is exactly the same as the Izip Moda?
i want this so bad!!
That would go nice with a belt drive, even more slick. :)
Is it available in Malaysia
Great review but why no PRICE quote???
check the 15:00 minute mark
Brian Moyers Thanks. Price shouldn't be imbedded 3/4 through the review and not reiterated...it really is one of the most important things...I understand why he doesn't do it though right at the beginning--he doesn't want to turn people off from listening to the rest of the review
You're welcome. Court's review videos are always so thorough and jam-packed with info! I like that he provides a link to a full write up as well. That's usually where I go to easily find the answers to my pressing questions.
Brian Moyers Yes, excellent review. Though i think price should be one of the first things he mentions. The bike is not overpriced.
There is a URL in the description of all of his reviews that gives all the details like pricing, motor, battery specs etc. This one is at electricbikereview.com/raleigh/redux-ie/
I like
Can't believe fat tires are considered suspension. I would have to run them at half pressure to ride the goat trail quality roads of MI.
Good
Why do people by an ebike, but don't want anybody to know it's an ebike. Are people asham of it?. I notice you take a lot of pride in mentioning that. Just wandering. Thanks
Joseph Piner my guess is it will hopefully deter thieves from zeroing in on a more expensive e-bike.
@@devonpeters5655 That makes sense. I was just wondering. I love my ebike I use it all the time for transportation. Thanks Devon
it's pronounced ReDoo.
But it costs $3100... yeah.. NO!
It's worth it, I bought mine at a discount price of $2600 But after riding it for eight months I would definitely by one at full price (But then again, my one has a brose motor and not Bosch)