Once you upgrade, better get that thing registered. They’re starting to crack down, and it won’t be long if you’re cruising at that speed on the middle of the road. And we both share that attractive dark skin lol. It’s why I may get the battery but not the motor upgrade on mine. I want to keep it bike legal.
@@E-RiderHub Yeah it is! I upgraded the seat. I didn't have a need to upgrade the battery. After 20-30 miles I'm ready to get off anyways. I peddle 50/50 percent of the time
You first video? Congrats man, great job. Sweet looking bike! I just got an AR x-class step through and love it. Ordered a custom full length seat from JB Seats that will be 5" thick! Can't wait. I'm online looking for a small bag for the back of the cargo plus rack just for tools and a couple small items that's how I ended up on your channel cause you mention the rack in your description...so that paid off lol. I like getting on by sliding on from the back of the bike. I'm 6'5" so that's perfect for me. Good luck with your channel, I'll be starting a channel this fall sometime too. Work is just too busy right now for time to do that.
If you get a phone mount, your GPS app can tell you. OR, you can go into the advanced settings and change the wheel size to 22, which will pretty much match what the GPS says.
@En4cer2K9 you can just keep your phone in your pocket...yes I do know how to get gps info. I do not have this bike, hence why I was wondering what the real top speed is
Hey man I’m so glad I came across your video. I’m just about to move to San Francisco from London. I want to buy either ArielRider X Class 52V or Ride1Up Revv 1 but im not sure which one is a better performer overall. My main concern is the X Class 52V fast or powerful enough to have real presence in the road and can it deal with SF hills? Also, whats the real top speed and range of this bike? Do you think I’ll be able to get 30 miles out of a full charge between 25 to 30 MPH? I have consistently heard SF is a crime ridden city and your car, bike or whatever else will most likely be broken into or just stolen! How do you effectively keep your bike safe and secured?
Thanks for commenting. The x class is more than enough for the hills out here. Keep in mind you won't be going 20+mph up the steepest hills but the bike will get there. I have a couple other vids showing what the bike can do uphill. Top speed is around 35 mph and 30 miles is probably the max range you'll get riding at 30 mph throttle only (depending on your weight). Range gets extended a ton when you use pedal assist. Lastly I have a video coming out soon that will show how I lock up the bike. I use a kryptonite lock and have an extra chain lock just in case. I wouldn't leave it locked for more than a few hours as most angle grinders can cut through the best locks
Also I was debating the rev1 vs the x-class as well. Rev 1 wins slightly in the looks department despite me loving how the x class looks. But the x class has a gear shifter for when I want to actually pedal and has slightly more torque than the rev 1. Let me know what you decide to go with
If you ride smarter you can easily get 75 miles of range i don't think any of these companies expect people to ride at full speed throttle only because thats illegal in alot of place but some people buy these things as cheap motercycles not electric bikes
You can order it directly from Ariel Rider. They are currently sold out but every few months they receive a fresh batch. Link here: arielrider.com/products/cargo-plus-rear-rack There's also a smaller cargo rack that you can buy from them here: arielrider.com/products/rear-rack-for-x-class
A lot of people add a 52v triangle battery which they connect in parallel using a parallel connector. There are also some videos of people adding front turn signals but you either need to do your own wiring or get a 12v kit for them
Out of the box it's street legal. There's a setting you change to enable top speed, but as long as you go 20 mph max in bike lanes you won't be bothered. The bike also has a class 2 sticker in case you get pulled over. Police haven't bothered me yet
Don't buy an Ariel rider bike! My bike has 33 miles on it. Left me stranded twice and is not working now. Ariel rider does not stand behind their "premium" products. I paid full price for my bike!! Also, you can't leave a review for their products anywhere (why all 5 stars)
I'm sorry that happened to you. I believe they have a 1 year warranty on their bikes when you register the bike. You can view all their reviews at the bottom of the page here: arielrider.com/products/x-class-52v. What did you do with the bike?
Billy goat looks good but time will tell how the quality of that bike is. I have vee huntsman tires Im going to install on the x class soon. Stay tuned
Once you upgrade, better get that thing registered. They’re starting to crack down, and it won’t be long if you’re cruising at that speed on the middle of the road. And we both share that attractive dark skin lol.
It’s why I may get the battery but not the motor upgrade on mine. I want to keep it bike legal.
Thanks for the advice! Hopefully Cali doesn't change the law anytime soon 🥲 I slow down and uselessly pedal if cops are nearby lol
I have the same bike. I've had it for about 2 years and love it!
It's an amazing bike. Did you upgrade the seat or add a 2nd battery?
@@E-RiderHub Yeah it is! I upgraded the seat. I didn't have a need to upgrade the battery. After 20-30 miles I'm ready to get off anyways. I peddle 50/50 percent of the time
You first video? Congrats man, great job. Sweet looking bike! I just got an AR x-class step through and love it. Ordered a custom full length seat from JB Seats that will be 5" thick! Can't wait. I'm online looking for a small bag for the back of the cargo plus rack just for tools and a couple small items that's how I ended up on your channel cause you mention the rack in your description...so that paid off lol. I like getting on by sliding on from the back of the bike. I'm 6'5" so that's perfect for me. Good luck with your channel, I'll be starting a channel this fall sometime too. Work is just too busy right now for time to do that.
Appreciate the support and enjoy that seat! I've heard good things about JB Seats. Looking forward to your content
The shock is fine it seems nobody want to actually adjust the thing. You can adjust it by getting an air shock pump or by rotating the two collars.
Half these people don't know anything about bikes or maintenance if it's not perfect out the box it's "broken"
How much was the bike
@merlintalisien6188 $2199 when I bought it and lately it's been going for $1999
I just got my Ariel rider too!! it's the x class 52v. so far I love it.
It's an awesome bike! No complaints yet
@@E-RiderHubI ordered mine . Did u change your bars ?
@@Chepo1500 I bought handlebars with higher rise and less of a sweep back. Link here: amzn.to/4ch2rGG
@@E-RiderHub are they taller than bmx ones ?
Not as tall tbh. If you're looking for that style go pro taper or order the ones from Ariel rider
Im curious what the top speed really is...all my ebike displays are on avg 3 mph off. The ariel kepler has same specs and i believe on gps it was 34
My latest video has a better top speed run, but I'll start using a GPS app for the true speed soon. Go check it out!
If you get a phone mount, your GPS app can tell you. OR, you can go into the advanced settings and change the wheel size to 22, which will pretty much match what the GPS says.
@En4cer2K9 you can just keep your phone in your pocket...yes I do know how to get gps info. I do not have this bike, hence why I was wondering what the real top speed is
Hey man I’m so glad I came across your video. I’m just about to move to San Francisco from London. I want to buy either ArielRider X Class 52V or Ride1Up Revv 1 but im not sure which one is a better performer overall. My main concern is the X Class 52V fast or powerful enough to have real presence in the road and can it deal with SF hills?
Also, whats the real top speed and range of this bike? Do you think I’ll be able to get 30 miles out of a full charge between 25 to 30 MPH?
I have consistently heard SF is a crime ridden city and your car, bike or whatever else will most likely be broken into or just stolen!
How do you effectively keep your bike safe and secured?
Thanks for commenting. The x class is more than enough for the hills out here. Keep in mind you won't be going 20+mph up the steepest hills but the bike will get there. I have a couple other vids showing what the bike can do uphill.
Top speed is around 35 mph and 30 miles is probably the max range you'll get riding at 30 mph throttle only (depending on your weight). Range gets extended a ton when you use pedal assist.
Lastly I have a video coming out soon that will show how I lock up the bike. I use a kryptonite lock and have an extra chain lock just in case. I wouldn't leave it locked for more than a few hours as most angle grinders can cut through the best locks
Also I was debating the rev1 vs the x-class as well. Rev 1 wins slightly in the looks department despite me loving how the x class looks. But the x class has a gear shifter for when I want to actually pedal and has slightly more torque than the rev 1. Let me know what you decide to go with
@@E-RiderHubwhich one did you end up getting?
@@MrSlidthunder x-class standard version. Especially now it's a no brainier for the price 1700 full suspension vs 2400 full suspension rev1
@@E-RiderHub that’s what I was noticing. Been leaning more into the x-class version with the dual suspension. Especially now since it’s on sale.
If you ride smarter you can easily get 75 miles of range i don't think any of these companies expect people to ride at full speed throttle only because thats illegal in alot of place but some people buy these things as cheap motercycles not electric bikes
Still a good video... I do 22 miles a day. To get to work n back unless it rains I take the train.
Hey great bike. Hope You are answering questions I have one! I cannot find a back rack that is the same width as the seat.. where did you get yours?
You can order it directly from Ariel Rider. They are currently sold out but every few months they receive a fresh batch. Link here: arielrider.com/products/cargo-plus-rear-rack
There's also a smaller cargo rack that you can buy from them here:
arielrider.com/products/rear-rack-for-x-class
Can you add a second battery? I'm also wondering if possible adding front turn signals.
A lot of people add a 52v triangle battery which they connect in parallel using a parallel connector. There are also some videos of people adding front turn signals but you either need to do your own wiring or get a 12v kit for them
What material are wheel fenders made of?
They're plastic fenders and I haven't had any issue with them
What you use to lock it up?
Was using a Kryptonite U-lock but now I'm using a chain lock I got with my scooter
Is it street legal here in california?
Out of the box it's street legal. There's a setting you change to enable top speed, but as long as you go 20 mph max in bike lanes you won't be bothered.
The bike also has a class 2 sticker in case you get pulled over. Police haven't bothered me yet
How much was it ?
$2100 before taxes. The x-class goes on sale pretty often
Don't buy an Ariel rider bike! My bike has 33 miles on it. Left me stranded twice and is not working now. Ariel rider does not stand behind their "premium" products. I paid full price for my bike!! Also, you can't leave a review for their products anywhere (why all 5 stars)
I'm sorry that happened to you. I believe they have a 1 year warranty on their bikes when you register the bike. You can view all their reviews at the bottom of the page here: arielrider.com/products/x-class-52v. What did you do with the bike?
So what exactly happneed? Why not stand behind the product?
Tires are trash, buy a billy goat. Is actually best for the price.... dudes just showing off his investment
Billy goat looks good but time will tell how the quality of that bike is. I have vee huntsman tires Im going to install on the x class soon. Stay tuned
Do you need a drivers license to drive this?
No, as long as you ride in the bike lane and don't exceed 28 mph. It's legal to ride in most states