I have a 3 year old Mission and it’s been a good reliable bike. Got the rack, kickstand, upgraded seat post, fenders, a basket, and studded tires for winter use. The radwagon has also been good but less reliable.
Yep the range is key plus don't let scuffed pedals put you off some people are more careless or ride the bike harder doesn't mean its been crashed if everything's good and like the other comment says the long3st range is what you want
I purchased 2 Ebikes and the first year I was not able to find replacement battery for both of them. Now they sit in the shed collecting dust. Cost when i bought them 1600.00 each.
this has been our experience to very expensive cycle battery not working in very short order and repair over half the price of the bike really worries me about the future of the bikes
When will you start doing international giveaways? How about an ebike conversion kit giveaway in the meantime? Smaller, lighter package = less shipping charges. I would love to do my own ebike conversion.
I have always worried about used e-bikes mainly because of the battery and motor. This video does alleviate some of that worry but not all. Be careful out there!
So helpfull, especially for me who's currently looking for a budget friendly secondhand ebike for my work which is food delivery bike rider. ~Subscriber and a Fan from Philippines here ❤️
Just watch your 18650 cell battery tutorial from 7 years ago. Then straight to this video and I was like wow is this the same guy haha? 7 years of channel and personal development is amazing. Thanks for the great content man!
Some aftermarket batteries and chargers are far superior to the OEM ones, but the tips in this video are all genuine, apart from that part being slightly misleading.
i own 2 ebike and i have fall with them multible time because of slipping on ice. and they have scratches and the break leaver is bet but thats about it. so those are not good indicators to say the bike not good anymore. also cheap bikes can easily go for 5 years. the battery is the only thing that runs out of juice but you get 3 years easy before you need to replace it or buy new cells for it. i run ebikes every day rain or shine so they have seen use alot and the weather range is +30c to-30c where i live. i still own my first ebike that is basic china bike and it works just fine after 4,5 years. you just cant go as far. ive done 5000+km with it and only thing i have changed is the seat and back tire couple of times
would i buy used bike from unknown owner probably not. but you can get good bikes just dont pay more than couple hundred buck s for them. high end bikes good luck.
I have 2 ebikes too & 1 almost 2 years but not ridden that much yet. The other 1 is new. I have crashed the 1st 1 multilple times learning what it can do in the 1st 300 miles & a little touch up paint fixed everything except the handlebar end mirror installed got busted once & was glued back together.
Good video as I was wondering how long ebikes would last. I have a Mars almost 2 years old & the headlight/horn switch shorted in a puff of smoke after it was stolen but dumped 2 properties away. The 115db alarm & the fact the chain was removed & he was being chased made him abandon the theft attempt. 😂 How long do you think a folding frame will last if the rest replaced as needed?
Another place to check are the two bearings in the head set. A bad seal will let in grit killing the bearing. Looseness could be an adjustment, but it could also mean a bad bearing, and these require special tools to get the races out. I also like how you're giving back to your followers ... another great job 👍
Great video! Much needed as we've shifted in our point in history to there being a secondary and tertiary market for ebikes. With that said, I would strongly recommend pinching all the money you could to buy the ebike you want completely new and from the company. There are many reasons for this - firstly you're pricing in customer service (for most ebike companies), secondly, in this day and age, you can't put a price on direct purchase warranties - they absolutely are necessary I've seen quite a few be used, thirdly, there's far more transparency in this purchase. There are many more reasons to highly recommend to buy new - ebikes are actually not that expensive to begin with - spending 2-3k on a new ebike vs. Purchasing it for half that price used is not alot of money in today's economy. As Micah pointed out, unless it's a significant savings - something to the likes of 75% or so - stretch your wallet a bit more, you'll be happy you did and your ride will be that much more enjoyable, and you may thank yourself later should any headaches arise from the bike.
another nice thing your doing here. used bike tips is a thing to be wary of. I actually bought an under 1k ebike. I got lucky and it arrived looking better than Id hoped. :) do still look for others as ya never know? I have a few vet friends & have taken a couple to the VA over the years. and talked to many others. my recommend to them is to get an Ebike - I have found it to be a GREAT stress reducer [yeah I stick to county roads or trails with very little to no traffic.
I used to always buy new bikes every 2 to 3 years. When prices went up to ridiculous ranges I stopped buying new and only buy used. Last year, I brought a very clean 2022 Giant Reign E + 3 with an upgraded Rockshock Zeb fork with wireless shifting for a steal. Guy brought the bike for his son, but he didn't like it, I bet it was too heavy for a young kid. The bike only had around 200 miles on odometer, great deal.
If you are having trouble finding the age of production of an E-bike, use the Wayback machine and look for the earliest instance of a particular bike being for sale. Be sure to mind the bike revisions as well.
i think if there was only 1 thing a person should buy new other than underwear its electric bikes. I bought one from a pawn shop for £200 i thought it was fine until the battery kept going off when i rided it on bumpy roads and up hills. Theres just too many problems with the electrics that you wont discover until a couple of days in using a ebike. A quick 10 min viewing and test ride wont necessarily battery or wiring problems it didnt with me.
main question to ask why is owner selling it. because it tells alot how much use it got. and dont by ebikes that dont have mudguards like that give away bike. where do you think all water goes from back tire?
Mike i need help i bought a used bike and it suddenly died ...the socket the holds the axis of the motor on one side is rolled so the axis keeps spinning and it damage the cable of the motor on the other side, it didn't ripped the cable all the way because i noticed the bike noise when the axis spinned ( the nut came lose or wasnt tight enough but anyways the axis has a groove flat parts that should prevent the axis from spinning so the frame is at fault ( i guess ) the socket has a gap now i dont have anything that small and strong to fill that gap and the ideal situation would be welding that piece into the frame socket but i dont have a welder ...epoxy? Which brand is best
I really hope you respond to this. I have a 48V 1, 000W motor with a controller of 15A rated current and 30A maximum current with a battery of 54V 12.5A The motor spins freely without issue but when I sit on it and accelerate to about 15km/Hr the power cuts off, display refreshes (I am clueless if it's the BMS or controller cutting off power and why} Pls help.
Seriously wish this video existed on the 12th-- I've been coping by saying that this new bike would be a "fun project." Every point in this video hit me in the gut man. Really trusted the seller but never again I suppose. Let's hope I can at least make up for the losses doing deliveries 😅
I actually bought a used defective fiido T1 in the picture. Anybody know what i can do? Manufacturer refuse to do anything about it ... Its too much money to just throw it away
I buoght an ebike from facebook marketplace to do delivery, the whole battery and holder broke apart mid delivery miles away from home……had to walk back home
Sounds like pre-fab e-bikes are too much of a gamble, even new. My DIY e-bikes are 7 years old or more with nothing but routine (accoustic) bike maintenence. The first conversion was on a 10 year old bike that I'm still riding. I do have 1 battery that's showing it's age, with limited range, but still works fine. If you're spending $100 on tires for common size basic tires you're spending too much.
what ebike kits did you use ? i got a dud pre fab but battery is good n i got a bunch bikes to covrert but lookin on amazon hard to telll which kits are good
@@captainflannel8558 I don't like Amazon for kits. Just in case there are issues, I want a vendor I can depend on for support. If you want to learn about mid-drives I suggest the JohnnyNerdOut channel. He does a live broadcast on Wednesdays at 9pm where you can ask any questions you might have. He also has a store, gives consults & does builds. I bought my kits from LunaCycles years ago but they concentrate on things like the Talaria now, not the DIY kits. I have used the Bafang BBS02 & the BBSHD. They are practically bulletproof reliable but not as finessed as an LBS mid-drive. What kit to use depends a lot on what you want from your e-bike. If you plan on using the same battery you'll have to get a kit that uses the same voltage & doesn't exceed the max amp output of the battery. That may complicate things a bit but is doable with research.
@@captainflannel8558 I used the Bafang BBS02 & BBSHD mid-drives. I'd avoid Amazon, E-bay, Ali or the like just in case you need support. Most Bafang motors are pretty bulletproof reliable but they lack finesse. If you want to learn about the various mid-drives available (& why hub drives don't compare) I suggest the JohnnyNerdOut channel. Johnny does a live broadcast on Wednesday nights at 9pm. You can ask any questions you might have. He has a store that sells many kits, does consults and builds too. I did my builds years ago and bought from Luna Cycles, but they concentrate on things like the Talariah & Sur Ron now not the DIY kits. Using the battery may complicate things a bit but is doable (with research). You'll need to get a kit that matches exactly the voltage of the battery. The kit also can't exceed the max amp output of the battery. If your battery is 36 volts it limits your choices a bit.
Non original battery and charger can indicate this bike can be stolen one. Always ask for original charger! New battery usually is nothing bad, but if is there, always ask why was replaced and ask for ORIGINAL manual, and bike proof of purchase. Otherwise - avoid!
PLEASE DONA VIDEO ABOUT THE SWYCH KIT... the package that you add to a normal. Bike...... Does it work? How do you convert the bike? What is a reasonable fee to pay a bike shop to install the swych kit? If I just want to ride around the city... How many hours can I ride? Can it handle a grade.. Or small hills? And I'm in a high theft area.... So I think it just detaches and comes with me.... But how do I get it on amd off the bike? Is it easy? And is the battery pack heavy 9f I take it off and carry it with me into a shop.... Please do a video..... And... I would love to enter the bikes for good for a rad trike as I am 300lb disabled... Rad trike by your review seems the best idea given your criteria... Or.... Considering I am on disability with limited means..... Maybe you could raffle off a swych kit... That I could attach to any trike.... There are often regular trikes for 200 on Facebook... Not sure 8f they can be adapted with the swych kit... Or if they can take 300lb rider
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I have a 3 year old Mission and it’s been a good reliable bike. Got the rack, kickstand, upgraded seat post, fenders, a basket, and studded tires for winter use. The radwagon has also been good but less reliable.
I smile when you drop a new video ❤
That's a lot more things than I would have considered! I've been shopping for a bike and this knowledge is helpful. Thabks
just make sure the range is good, battery esentially. everything else's gonna be fine
Yep the range is key plus don't let scuffed pedals put you off some people are more careless or ride the bike harder doesn't mean its been crashed if everything's good and like the other comment says the long3st range is what you want
Great looking out and showing us how to do the same. Buying a bad e~bike will cost up what you paid and a whole lot more!
Those are great tips. It's important to be aware when choosing a used e-bike.
I purchased 2 Ebikes and the first year I was not able to find replacement battery for both of them. Now they sit in the shed collecting dust. Cost when i bought them 1600.00 each.
What brand of bikes?
@@MarkSmith-js2pu voltbike they discontinued the models I purchased
this has been our experience to very expensive cycle battery not working in very short order and repair over half the price of the bike really worries me about the future of the bikes
Who else here doesn’t actually care about E-bikes at all but still loves watching Micah do whatever he’s up to.
He knows what’s up
?
@@DanielLopes-jt8yl I'm just saying I watch these videos for the host and his demeanor. Such a pleasant guy!
I'm watching him because he knows about e-bikes but I get where you're coming from ; )
Excited for this information. Love saving money buying used.
Great video like always. Thanks Micah!
When will you start doing international giveaways? How about an ebike conversion kit giveaway in the meantime? Smaller, lighter package = less shipping charges. I would love to do my own ebike conversion.
You are doing a great service for the folks out here.
I have always worried about used e-bikes mainly because of the battery and motor. This video does alleviate some of that worry but not all. Be careful out there!
That bike looks so cool. I entered my submission and really hope I get lucky. Fingers crossed 🤞
Great information, I look forward to each new video. I am a big fan of alternative transportation.
Thanks for the info , stay safe .
So helpfull, especially for me who's currently looking for a budget friendly secondhand ebike for my work which is food delivery bike rider. ~Subscriber and a Fan from Philippines here ❤️
Just watch your 18650 cell battery tutorial from 7 years ago. Then straight to this video and I was like wow is this the same guy haha? 7 years of channel and personal development is amazing. Thanks for the great content man!
We’re all on a journey! Thanks for crossing paths 😃
Some aftermarket batteries and chargers are far superior to the OEM ones, but the tips in this video are all genuine, apart from that part being slightly misleading.
i own 2 ebike and i have fall with them multible time because of slipping on ice. and they have scratches and the break leaver is bet but thats about it. so those are not good indicators to say the bike not good anymore. also cheap bikes can easily go for 5 years. the battery is the only thing that runs out of juice but you get 3 years easy before you need to replace it or buy new cells for it. i run ebikes every day rain or shine so they have seen use alot and the weather range is +30c to-30c where i live. i still own my first ebike that is basic china bike and it works just fine after 4,5 years. you just cant go as far. ive done 5000+km with it and only thing i have changed is the seat and back tire couple of times
would i buy used bike from unknown owner probably not. but you can get good bikes just dont pay more than couple hundred buck s for them. high end bikes good luck.
I have 2 ebikes too & 1 almost 2 years but not ridden that much yet. The other 1 is new. I have crashed the 1st 1 multilple times learning what it can do in the 1st 300 miles & a little touch up paint fixed everything except the handlebar end mirror installed got busted once & was glued back together.
Great video! Enjoyed the insight you provide.
Very comprehensive and thorough !
Your videos are so informational that they help me learn more about ebike .
Good video as I was wondering how long ebikes would last. I have a Mars almost 2 years old & the headlight/horn switch shorted in a puff of smoke after it was stolen but dumped 2 properties away. The 115db alarm & the fact the chain was removed & he was being chased made him abandon the theft attempt. 😂 How long do you think a folding frame will last if the rest replaced as needed?
Great video! Such good information.
Another place to check are the two bearings in the head set. A bad seal will let in grit killing the bearing. Looseness could be an adjustment, but it could also mean a bad bearing, and these require special tools to get the races out.
I also like how you're giving back to your followers ... another great job 👍
Once again awesome info, thanks...
Great video! Much needed as we've shifted in our point in history to there being a secondary and tertiary market for ebikes. With that said, I would strongly recommend pinching all the money you could to buy the ebike you want completely new and from the company. There are many reasons for this - firstly you're pricing in customer service (for most ebike companies), secondly, in this day and age, you can't put a price on direct purchase warranties - they absolutely are necessary I've seen quite a few be used, thirdly, there's far more transparency in this purchase. There are many more reasons to highly recommend to buy new - ebikes are actually not that expensive to begin with - spending 2-3k on a new ebike vs. Purchasing it for half that price used is not alot of money in today's economy. As Micah pointed out, unless it's a significant savings - something to the likes of 75% or so - stretch your wallet a bit more, you'll be happy you did and your ride will be that much more enjoyable, and you may thank yourself later should any headaches arise from the bike.
Win or lose thank you man for these giveaways. Much love from Texas 💪🤞
Could you do a video on replacing cells in a in frame battey pack? Or how ro reroute to a replacement battery? Thanks , love your vids
Good to hear about ebikes again. I do like all your videos.
another nice thing your doing here.
used bike tips is a thing to be wary of.
I actually bought an under 1k ebike. I got lucky and it arrived looking better than Id hoped. :)
do still look for others as ya never know?
I have a few vet friends & have taken a couple to the VA over the years. and talked to many others.
my recommend to them is to get an Ebike - I have found it to be a GREAT stress reducer
[yeah I stick to county roads or trails with very little to no traffic.
I used to always buy new bikes every 2 to 3 years. When prices went up to ridiculous ranges I stopped buying new and only buy used. Last year, I brought a very clean 2022 Giant Reign E + 3 with an upgraded Rockshock Zeb fork with wireless shifting for a steal. Guy brought the bike for his son, but he didn't like it, I bet it was too heavy for a young kid. The bike only had around 200 miles on odometer, great deal.
I sell used ebikes here in Portland, OR and this video is fantastic! Thank you for posting this. 🙂
Just looking into Ebikes for use and exercise.
Im a new member to the e-bike club, got an Oraimo for $700 and I'm loving it so far
If you are having trouble finding the age of production of an E-bike, use the Wayback machine and look for the earliest instance of a particular bike being for sale.
Be sure to mind the bike revisions as well.
I really found your video interesting and informative.
Always, always, always check for a stuck seat post on any used bike!
i think if there was only 1 thing a person should buy new other than underwear its electric bikes. I bought one from a pawn shop for £200 i thought it was fine until the battery kept going off when i rided it on bumpy roads and up hills. Theres just too many problems with the electrics that you wont discover until a couple of days in using a ebike. A quick 10 min viewing and test ride wont necessarily battery or wiring problems it didnt with me.
Nice tips! Very helpful and important.
main question to ask why is owner selling it. because it tells alot how much use it got. and dont by ebikes that dont have mudguards like that give away bike. where do you think all water goes from back tire?
Love all that you do with these videos. Is ebikes for good into Canada?
Are there plans in the works for a 4 wheel eQuad bike?
This advice is Golden thwo thumbs up 👍 👍
Sage advice.
I am the happy owner of Rad Mission, have three. It is the quintessential e-bike for the average Joe like I am. I have no trouble whatsoever!
Mike i need help i bought a used bike and it suddenly died ...the socket the holds the axis of the motor on one side is rolled so the axis keeps spinning and it damage the cable of the motor on the other side, it didn't ripped the cable all the way because i noticed the bike noise when the axis spinned ( the nut came lose or wasnt tight enough but anyways the axis has a groove flat parts that should prevent the axis from spinning so the frame is at fault ( i guess ) the socket has a gap now i dont have anything that small and strong to fill that gap and the ideal situation would be welding that piece into the frame socket but i dont have a welder ...epoxy? Which brand is best
Hey Mica. Who makes your jeans? Cool color.
Usually Levis but I think I have one Wrangler jeans
thank you
Where are you that has so many birds in the background? I would love to visit such a peaceful place
Thanks for all the info
Dang dude, clean that chain!
FYI "warranty void if removed" stickers are literally illegal, per the FTC.
Merci pour les précieux conseils 👍
Great video!
Nesher LSV please with service center in NY please
I really hope you respond to this.
I have a 48V 1, 000W motor with a controller of 15A rated current and 30A maximum current with a battery of 54V 12.5A
The motor spins freely without issue but when I sit on it and accelerate to about 15km/Hr the power cuts off, display refreshes (I am clueless if it's the BMS or controller cutting off power and why}
Pls help.
Nice tips to buy a bike on budget
I refuse to get an e-bike that only uses proprietary batteries.
Seriously wish this video existed on the 12th-- I've been coping by saying that this new bike would be a "fun project." Every point in this video hit me in the gut man. Really trusted the seller but never again I suppose. Let's hope I can at least make up for the losses doing deliveries 😅
Good luck, my dude. Treat the bike well and hopefully it will still last you for many miles to come!
What’s the next book going to be?
Great Info!
Great job!
I tried entering the Rad Runner 2 giveaway, it excepted it this time.
Nice 👍 😎
I actually bought a used defective fiido T1 in the picture. Anybody know what i can do? Manufacturer refuse to do anything about it ... Its too much money to just throw it away
Thanks
I buoght an ebike from facebook marketplace to do delivery, the whole battery and holder broke apart mid delivery miles away from home……had to walk back home
I filled out the entry form for Rad runner 2 I filled out everything went to hit submit and I got a message saying the website wasn’t available.
That’s strange, seems to work when I test it. Maybe there were many people all submitting the form at once. I’d recommend trying again
I was able to submit it!! Thank you! Really enjoyed this video.
It's a ancheer mt3 orange medium frame I can't afford a big or new bike
Check the cost of a new battery would be my first.
I can't believe people would not do these checks as a matter of course. But hey, comen sense is not that common in the USA I guess
Sounds like pre-fab e-bikes are too much of a gamble, even new. My DIY e-bikes are 7 years old or more with nothing but routine (accoustic) bike maintenence. The first conversion was on a 10 year old bike that I'm still riding. I do have 1 battery that's showing it's age, with limited range, but still works fine.
If you're spending $100 on tires for common size basic tires you're spending too much.
what ebike kits did you use ? i got a dud pre fab but battery is good n i got a bunch bikes to covrert but lookin on amazon hard to telll which kits are good
@@captainflannel8558 I don't like Amazon for kits. Just in case there are issues, I want a vendor I can depend on for support. If you want to learn about mid-drives I suggest the JohnnyNerdOut channel. He does a live broadcast on Wednesdays at 9pm where you can ask any questions you might have. He also has a store, gives consults & does builds. I bought my kits from LunaCycles years ago but they concentrate on things like the Talaria now, not the DIY kits.
I have used the Bafang BBS02 & the BBSHD. They are practically bulletproof reliable but not as finessed as an LBS mid-drive. What kit to use depends a lot on what you want from your e-bike.
If you plan on using the same battery you'll have to get a kit that uses the same voltage & doesn't exceed the max amp output of the battery. That may complicate things a bit but is doable with research.
@@captainflannel8558 I used the Bafang BBS02 & BBSHD mid-drives. I'd avoid Amazon, E-bay, Ali or the like just in case you need support. Most Bafang motors are pretty bulletproof reliable but they lack finesse. If you want to learn about the various mid-drives available (& why hub drives don't compare) I suggest the JohnnyNerdOut channel.
Johnny does a live broadcast on Wednesday nights at 9pm. You can ask any questions you might have. He has a store that sells many kits, does consults and builds too. I did my builds years ago and bought from Luna Cycles, but they concentrate on things like the Talariah & Sur Ron now not the DIY kits.
Using the battery may complicate things a bit but is doable (with research). You'll need to get a kit that matches exactly the voltage of the battery. The kit also can't exceed the max amp output of the battery. If your battery is 36 volts it limits your choices a bit.
I will love to get a ebyte
Non original battery and charger can indicate this bike can be stolen one.
Always ask for original charger!
New battery usually is nothing bad, but if is there, always ask why was replaced and ask for ORIGINAL manual, and bike proof of purchase.
Otherwise - avoid!
PLEASE DONA VIDEO ABOUT THE SWYCH KIT... the package that you add to a normal. Bike...... Does it work? How do you convert the bike? What is a reasonable fee to pay a bike shop to install the swych kit? If I just want to ride around the city... How many hours can I ride? Can it handle a grade.. Or small hills? And I'm in a high theft area.... So I think it just detaches and comes with me.... But how do I get it on amd off the bike? Is it easy? And is the battery pack heavy 9f I take it off and carry it with me into a shop.... Please do a video..... And... I would love to enter the bikes for good for a rad trike as I am 300lb disabled... Rad trike by your review seems the best idea given your criteria... Or.... Considering I am on disability with limited means..... Maybe you could raffle off a swych kit... That I could attach to any trike.... There are often regular trikes for 200 on Facebook... Not sure 8f they can be adapted with the swych kit... Or if they can take 300lb rider
Are you interested to test our FAT tire ebike?
Buying a used ebike is just like buying a car.
I'd love to win an ebike!
Can afford it