How does this channel have so few subscribers?! These are great bike reviews!

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

Spread the word haha, Maybe I should actually put some effort into growing my channel... But I really just do this for fun and to provide info.😁

Informative and entertaining, thank you, CC. Previously you helped me decide to get the Aventone Aventure 2, which I've had a month now and have yet to run it out of power. I weigh 215 and I've gone 29 miles so far, with 38% battery remaining. I've reached 29-31 mph in a stretch of small hills once. Of course I'm not using throttle very much, and on flat ground I turn off battery power where I can. I'm still learning how to balance the four pedal-assists with the 8-speed gears. I am SO GLAD it has multi-gear shifting, not a single speed hub. Without gears, that would negate me pedaling without battery, my legs are too weak up inclines. About 50 years ago, I was a cross-country runner, too ... but my leg power is about gone now. Like you experienced in the video, there are situations where the battery power isn't available, and the rider will need to do all the pedaling. Gears help.

Good review, nice bike! Will keep this in mind should I need a new bike. Thanks for reminding us about carrying locks, tools and a tire repair kit/spare tube.

I can’t wait to buy one

Wow! What range. No anxiety here. I felt your pain with that flat, ugh!

Thanks for reminding me to carry a tire kit and pump. I really like the plug in extra batteries. Definitely a step or two above most e bike brands. Looks like you can order these without the speed restriction. A little expensive versus some of the newer mega capacity bikes hitting the market, but looks to be high quality.

Brilliant video! And thank you for sharing this happening so that I know the absolute importance of carrying repair kit (and learning how to use!!!!!) You’ve probably saved sooooo many of us from the same happening….. ❤

@consciouslove

8 ай бұрын

(Or worse)

@consciouslove

8 ай бұрын

Just finished watching… thank you for making this! I think I’m sold on this bike 🎉

Also, the way the Biktrix dual battery bikes work, only one battery is used at a time, the controller will run one down about 10%, then swap to the other and run it down about 10%, and so on. This gives the batteries time to rest, cool, and recover, but it also means that the display is only showing the charge for the current active battery. You will literally see the battery charge level increase when it makes the swap, but you have to be looking for it because there is no other indicator that it's happening, the bike just manages it for you.

ouch... well at least it wasn't 10 miles... yup always carry a good lock and tool including a patch kit... great video as always

Great video man I'm going to pick myself one up ! I like that bike but the double battery ! Liked and subbed !

Oh man, the last time I had a flat like that it was 9:00 at night and I couldn't roll the bike either. I called my dad and he came with his truck to save the day!

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

Yep wife was at work so available to rescue me haha

Nice video, always entertaining 👍🏼 My wife was trying to work out where you saddled that iced coffee 😆 NVM, saw the cup holder !

Wow what a drag I had the very same thing happened to me on my bike tricks Juggernaut beasts 2 fortunately my flat tire was on the front and I was able to push it the 5 freaking miles back home

Two thumbs up ✌😎Great experience, enjoyed the ride. On your next range test, try to take a back up battery for your trip home.✌😎

Another great review and range test. I would love to see you do a review on the eahora Juliet bike with the 60 ah battery. Im interested in purchasing one and there are not any good reviews on you tube

I inserted 4" wide truck strapping on top of my tuffy vinyl liners. Haven't had a flat in over a year!

Hi From Aus mate thanks to you and a few others on Here I've decided to upgrade the bike going from 48 to 52 volt new bigger and maybe 2 batteries we will see also controller up grade small steps we here in Australia are still in the dark ages and need to keep it low key or be fined heavily hahahaha

Nice!!

Finally ebike companies are getting serious about ebike range with the 2 new ones that have 60amps at 48-52V. That 29amp extender with will see one cracking 60miles. And if you still wanted more range you can always add a third battery onto the rack 20-30amps. 🤔

Twist throttle’s are the best for me too! Can’t imagine putting on miles with a thumb blister throttle.

I have a Biktrix Cutty X2 that I bought in January of this year. Canadian company with quality products at a fair price!

Mr. Citizen, it was interesting seeing you put the Biktrix upside down on the floor to remove the rear wheel. When I did that with my Fabulous Ebike EMX-Xtreme, I discovered a useful benefit of the Zoom quick-adjust handlebar stem. It allows the bars to be easily rotated so when the bike was flipped there was no weight put on the controller display or my bar-end mirror.

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

Good point on the quick adjustment stem. I usually just try to turn the displays out of the way so its not resting on that part.

@Growler_Guy

Жыл бұрын

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No that was an honest real world review. Im wondering if you have tried out any Wireless headset to communicate with each other while riding? Long rides are planned soon and i wanna be able to talk.

Hopefully now that you have worked with Biktrix they will let you get your hands on the Juggernaut XD or Eagle 2. Would love to see those reviews although I can never afford one.

I have the exact setup I'm 210 lbs and I did 69 miles on the battery .

First thing I would do with that bike is change the controller so it has a top speed of 30-32mph. I doubt the controller in that bike is 30 amps or it would go faster. 26mph isn't even a class III bike. Most 750w Bafang rear hub motor bikes with inexpensive 35a controllers and 52v batteries will do 30-32mph. Also, if you want greater range, don't buy that battery extender. Opt for a 52v 19-20 amp-hr shark battery you can buy generically to plug into the controller. PS. Biktrix model to get in this style bike is the Bafang Ultra mid drive version. With right controller and Battery BMS, you can get over 40 mph easily. Smaller rear hub motor is ok but for real performance buffs, the Bafang Ultra motor version is the way to go which can take 3000 watts all day long.

@MultiSkyman1

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, if you are in a hilly area, mid drive is a must I think. I am a bit concerned about that high 120NM rating though. I hear it really puts a strain on the drive train.

After watching this one I just put in tire sealant…… thanks for the reminder

Would love to see your take one the aniioki AQ177, or the eAhora Juliet. Both have 52v 60ah UL listed batteries, they look to be the same pack and both are about $1800 shipped.

Yup, those Tannus inserts everyone says aren't worth it are looking like a better option day after day... I think it would AMAZE you the number of people who ride miles away from home without a patch kit and a way to inflate the tire(s).

@logitech12345678910

Жыл бұрын

I have those inserts on both my e bikes and they completely prevent flats. 100% worth it.

The first thing I do with a new bike is put flat out in the tires. Then carry a pump always. That way you will never have to worry about a flat. Pull out the glass, put the hole at the bottom, turn on the pump, good to go.

@aussie2uGA

Жыл бұрын

You don't find that the fix a flat, slime, or flat out products make more of a mess or put the tire out of balance?

@billblackmer7523

Жыл бұрын

@@aussie2uGA The only one that works is flat out. I haven't had a problem with the tires out of balance yet, and I have been over 40mph on my Wiked Freedom.

@aussie2uGA

Жыл бұрын

@@billblackmer7523 Awesome - thanks. Looking to get the "wired" version at some point. Just waiting for a few more reviews of it.

My back wheel locked like that and i couldn't figure it out.......thanks for that...now i know.

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

No problem 👍

Awesome bike. I like this and the Aventon Aventure 2. Which would you go with between this, or the Aventure 2? And why? Where does this beat the Aventure 2 and where does the Aventure 2 beat this?

And THAT's why I carry a spare tube and tools when I ride. These EBikes is way to heavy to pedal :).

Carry paper and pen to leave a bike in some strangers yard.. Lol. Write a note thanking them.. Good tip on getting the axle to pop out.😁

Your previous review video and this video helped me choose in purchasing this e-bike over the Rize RX. Cannot wait to start riding around on this beast! May I know what grips and throttle you used to replace the old ones? Thank you!

@rookie90210

Жыл бұрын

Did he do a review on any Rize bikes? Im trying to decide too and I am considering Rize.

@bonjourno7579

Жыл бұрын

@@rookie90210 I was also considering rize as well....when I inquired both companies, Biktrix actually responded back the same day within couple hours vs. Rize responded back to me after 4 days so the level of response time was what won me over.

I personally find hub motors more difficult to pedal without power. (Spark mini) sold by Spark Bikes, now called Rize Bikes in Canada. I moved up to the Biktrix mid drive with the ultra motor and i can say, if i lost power, i have more confidence peddling that bike home than the hub drive. In some instances, i ride on pas 0 until i start to feel the burn, then i turn it back on.

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

Yes the mid drives definitely feel way easier to pedal I guess due to less rotating mass.

@rayrussell6258

Жыл бұрын

@@CitizenCycle925 that is interesting to know; I'm considering getting a 2nd e-bike, so I can ride while the other bike battery is on recharge.

@miguelfamily8991

9 ай бұрын

@@CitizenCycle925 I have the hub duo and I find it easy to pedal. I can ride 50 miles plus with 40 of it with no motor, only pedaling. With this bike I can ride up hills with no power as long as they are not too steep. On level ground, gear three or four, with no power, I average between 12 and 14 mph. If I pedal really really hard, on level ground, I can get the bike up to 17 mph for a short distance. Sometimes I ride 30 miles and come back with an almost full battery. And I am not young, and only average shape. I am 57 years old with two back surgeries and 190 lbs. I also ride with a additional 20 pounds of gear in my bag. I use the motor mainly for going through intersections. I find it safer to fly through intersections and avoid the cars. My wife has an Ebike also, the pace ver.2 and she barely uses her motor ever. She will come back from a 30 mile ride at 95 percent charge. As a side note the Hub Duo is a excellent bike. I have 2500 miles on it. I did have to replace the torque sensor at 1800 miles however. The bearings in sensor went bad. I also have a Aventon Sinch stepover with 1400 miles. I like the Hub Duo way more. I use Tannus liners with flatout. I have had only one flat with this setup. When I got the flat I was out on a trail miles from nowhere. My patches didn't work. So now I carry patches, a tube, a pump, and handle bar jacks so I can flip my bike upside down and protect my screen, gps, etc.

Well if you charge those batteries once a week you could go to work and not worry about your range all week. 5-6 miles each way for 5 days.. Nice! I'm at 50% after average 19.5 mph and 30 miles on the Kepler.. I think 45 miles is max at over 19 mph average. No hills set to class 2 speed throttle only.

@StefanRandall

Жыл бұрын

Battery goes pretty quick when your heavy on the throttle I bet.

I figured you would come back from your ride with grey hair with that massive battery.

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

i already have some greys :)

I would guess 40 miles throttle. Will see.. Oh dam! Stupid glass😭.. Wow! Over 50 miles ..that's not bad at all. Jeeze.

@MultiSkyman1

Жыл бұрын

40 was my guess too. Looks pretty flat though. Not too strong a headwind etc.

@kevinnashskitchen3517

Жыл бұрын

@@MultiSkyman1 not bad at all though.. I'm impressed. I need that battery 😂

Do you have to order the extended battery to get the $200 discount? I tried to order a classic with only one battery and it said code was not valid.

Nice area??? And did you actually ride 50 miles away from home or just loop around your town?

Amazing hill climb seems to show no sag or least not to mention.

what was the twist throttle you switched to?

How about the Juliet?

Hello… I currently own the Magnum Nomad, with a 750 Bafang motor. Even tho I have access to the programming, seems like they removed the speed limit adjust option. Are you aware of any work around in order to access the full speed and remove speed limit on this bike?

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

Dont know of any work arounds sorry :(

@canillocanillo3371

Жыл бұрын

@@CitizenCycle925 No worries, found another video that explained how to do it, now I can hit 35mph on a single Bafang 750 bub motor. Around 29 mhp on throttle only and another 6 miles with pedal assist. Thank you anyways and thank you for the content!

I was ready to pull the trigger but step thru has a max rider/cargo capacity of 265. If i add another battery (10lbs), chain (10lbs), ill only have 15lb matgin for my weight variability and maybe a grocery run :-( !!

Is the 26mph speed unlocked?

bring a lock, a tire repair kit and your phone 😎

You needed Flatout!

man that bike be gone if i left it anywhere where i live lol would of bn a struggle bus walking it home for me

Flat out or amor-dilloz is your best friend.

😂😊🎉 💯

They have a dual motor bike I think.. That would be nice to try..

@mad151maxx4

Жыл бұрын

NOPE NO TWO MOTORS. XD DUAL DRIVE. 2 CHAINS.

@kevinnashskitchen3517

Жыл бұрын

@@mad151maxx4 right! I'm thinking of another brand.. Good call! 😂 Maybe Eunorau .. But I like the Fabulous X2 anyway

@mad151maxx4

Жыл бұрын

@Kevin Nash's Kitchen the best one I found and road is ECELLS 1500 OFF ROAD. I SHOULD OF GOT INSTEAD OF KEPLER. But thought AR actually was a company not a go between with NO CUSTOMER service/any parts.

Leaving a bike in my neighborhood unattended, not thinking it would be a wise decision.

That white van was there to steal your bike

Flatout would have prevented that flat. I've got in all of my 26x4 fat tire ebikes.

Why these Bike CO’s don’t give you the ability to add a extra battery and be able to place it under the the rear rack.. Seriously

I bought a Benelli mantus 500 ebike. Have you or know of anyone who may of reviewed it thanks😊👍😎

@CitizenCycle925

Жыл бұрын

Sorry I have never reviewed a Benelli bike.

ECELLS!!!!

YOU - - - Of all people don't have a tube repair kit ??!!! I'm shocked. 🤦🤷‍♂

Citizen, flatout would have saved you

just call your wife and have her bring your truck to you.

With a top speed of only 26MPH, me thinks this is only actually a 500watt motor

@rookie90210

Жыл бұрын

Honestly thats the only real down side I see for this bike. It has a ton of power but I dont know why they maxed the speed out at 25 or 26 mph tops. Doesnt make sense? Unleash it!

@miguelfamily8991

9 ай бұрын

I have the same bike. Mine goes 27.5 mph with pedaling.@@rookie90210

Thanks for suffering for our entertainment.