E-Bike Question of the Day ⚡🚴 What would you use the Espin Nesta for? Camping? Commuting? Something else? Let us know in the comments below 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼

@noodles169

2 жыл бұрын

I'd use it to survive covid lockdowns

@jasonpapciak904

2 жыл бұрын

I’m curious to know what your thoughts are on the tires. Any idea how good the puncture protection is?

@tammyspicer5750

2 жыл бұрын

Mostly trail rides, but ultimately occasional beach rides.

@patisievert

2 жыл бұрын

I've been looking for an e-bike with these features for awhile, but hadn't found one at anywhere near this price point. I want a versatile bike for around the neighborhood so I don't have to pedal too hard in 115° summer temps to get to the pool and I can use out in campgrounds or on trails. I'm not a small person, so the strong frame and larger motor with good torque are critical. I've watched hours of your reviews and really appreciate your detailed effort.

@hempracer

2 жыл бұрын

I live in SF and am disabled. My doctor wants me to get an e-bike to help improve my health. I like the folding because well small apartment. I had neck surgery and need the balance that a bike would give back to me. Is this a good bike for me or can you recommend something else. I live in an area with many different roads to smooth to crappy, railway tracks, and lots of different terranes. The average grade in my neighborhood is 25%. Is this a good bike?

This bike accelerates like an F1 car 👀 Btw, what an amazing, and in depth review. Absolutely brilliant 😎👍

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! 👍

Thank you for a very comprehensive review. Very helpful as there are many e bikes with similar if not the same frames and different configurations. Most reviews are on smooth roads and your off road and hill climbing comments were excellent.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

First video I've watched on your channel and I can immediately tell these reviews are right up my alley. Good, thorough review.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard!

What an AMAZING review!! I liked the review so much...that I went and bought 2 E-spin Nestas👍🔥❤️ I love this bike, and would consider it to be one of top purchases I have EVER made. Great job on the review and thank you for all the information. Thank you so much!!!

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!!Enjoy the Nestas

As a complete bike newbie (meaning I have only ever been a casual rider and know nothing about special brakes and such), I really appreciate you going over the speed increase per level. I am considering this ebike for commuting but I have a 7.5mile commute so I want to go fast but not feel unsafe in the bike lane, traveling beside cars and potentially passing by other bikers. Thank you for such a good review!

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Very well put together video. Thank you.

Great review! A real professional job. Thanks.

Trying to decide between this bike, lectric XP, and Rad mini? New to ebiking, retired and will use while camping. Thanks for great review!

Now it just needs a 16-20 ah battery instead of a measly 10.6 or whatever.👍 Good job on review.

Well done review!

This thing looks really good.

Very nice review. I just subscribed and looking forward to more reviews. Thanks

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! Hope you enjoy our channel!

Excellent review. Thanks!

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Thanks for the great review! There's not too much out there on this bike yet. My Espin Nesta is due to arrive tomorrow and I can't wait to try it out! What sold me on this particular bike is the step up in components and the hydraulic brakes at this price point. I'll be up in the mountains in WY camping and in the Black Hills in SD on dirt trails/ country gravel roads for most of my riding!

@tammyspicer5750

2 жыл бұрын

How's it going? Trying to wade through too much information before I buy an all terrain ebike.

@daveanddianethrowingcautio5707

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Laurie LeBar. Just curious how you are liking the bike so far.

@laurielebar6090

2 жыл бұрын

I do love it. Honestly it was a bit intimidating at first, but it’s comfortable and rides really smooth.

@laurielebar6090

2 жыл бұрын

I was looking at RAD and Lectric as well. I’m really happy with my choice to go with the Nespin!

@danielameza3057

4 ай бұрын

Hello, I wanted to know how much the purchase was worth? And where do you go when the tires burst? thank you

Great thorough review. Please review the Polarna 750W folding ebike. Thanks

First time viewer of your channel. Great review. I like the fact that this is more real world testing based and not the maximum achievable under ideal conditions. Just getting into the e-bike thing. My question is, can this bike be used in the snow or in the rain? I'm wondering if because it has an electric motor, this and other e-bikes are only useful in dry conditions? Thanks

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Most e-bikes like this are safe to ride in the rain and snow. It's still recommended to store the bike inside when possible, and to make sure the bike isn't submerged in water. Thanks for watching!

If you still have this - please confirm the battery is the Ah sold with the bike on their site and not the larger one available on other models. The distance is suspect. Thank you!!!!

How would you rate this bike compared to the Radmini Step-thru?

I really like it. Think I will invest in one.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

The bat during the hill test 😂

Is it true that you cannot raise or lower the handlebars, just the seat height is adjustable.

Are you going to have a Rep. in Canada? If not, what's a price compare to Rad ebike for the similar folding 500 watt, refund+gurantee policy & delivery time & cost?

How easy to read did you find the display in sunlight? We find ours very difficult to read and have not been able to determine a way to adjust this. Most people like to ride in the sunlight so it needs to be bright! Not with ours!

Can you get this bike but with bigger capacity battery.17ah or22ah etc

Any opinions between the nesta, lectric xp3.0 and aventon sinch?

Nice review and we are in the market right this second. RAD MINE, Lectric or this bike is most comfortable and upright feeling? I take it this one has the best range. Fenders available? And could the throttle be switched to the right side?

@laurielebar6090

2 жыл бұрын

Fenders come with the Nesta. The suspension was really important to me. The throttle being on the left side would be counterintuitive, but it’s not a problem at all!

Speaking of brakes.. You should test another Magicycle model now that they have put on the updated brakes. I would like to see that bike get a second chance.

I bought the Nesta just because the bat in the video convinced me 😆😆😆

This one vs RadExpand 5 ? Which one ?

I am currently 6'1", 275lbs comparing Lectric step thru 2.0 vs. Rattan LF 750W vs. Espin Nesta. I live in FL and would ride mostly around town, too beach, mostly paved trails but maybe some light off trail. Which would you recommend for my size? Thanks! Excellent channel!

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

We haven't tested the Rattan so we couldn't speak to that one. For the record, I don't think you can go wrong with either. The Nesta has a slightly bigger battery, but it also has a larger motor. That's good and bad - it'll give you a little more power and make hills easier, but it would also consume more battery too. Hydraulic brakes provide better stopping power. It is programmed out of the box at class 3 so a little faster too. (XP can be changed though to go faster). It costs more than the XP, but you are definitely getting more in a lot of areas so you're largely getting what you pay for. The XP is great and $500 less on price so that's a huge plus obviously, but you do step down on battery and motor power a little bit. It is one of the best selling bikes for $1K for a reason though, people love them, and we're sucker for finding a way to hide the batteries so we like the aesthetics a little better too. We romped around more offroad with this one too, but both bikes hold up similarly for light offload. Again, largely similar bikes, some slightly better components on the Nesta which justifies the amount you spend, but it might come down to price or looks in the end for you. Hope it helps!

@slindsay4784

2 жыл бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport thank you so much for this reply. Very helpful.

Pierce, you mentioned that you like the components on this bike. Given that the derailleur and brakes, S-ride and Zoom, respectively, are relatively unknown budget brands why do you like seeing them on the Nesta? Do you have long-term experience with them as far as quality and durability? I’ve owned this bike a couple of weeks. It seems solid but it’s too early to review it as I’ve haven’t been able to ride it much with the weather turning cold.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Like many we had some apprehension with the components since they aren't names we're as familiar with such at Tektro or Shimano, but given that they performed well on the tests we were pretty happy with them. Longevity is still to be determined, but we can't fault them for how they've done up front at least.

@donkrause3410

2 жыл бұрын

You said the brakes are quality, that they should withstand the test of time and that you are big fan of Zoom brakes. After I heard you say that I started researching the brakes (and derailleur). I found very little info on either so was naturally curious as to why you said that. It was the only part of the review (which was excellent) that left me wondering. When I first saw your review I did not own the bike and your review helped me decide to buy it. Since I had researched the components I knew what I was getting into and that I could always swap out the brakes. Also, I didn’t see any branding whatsoever on the brakes themselves so I’m going by what the company and you said. Do happen to know why these brakes would have no branding on them? All the pictures online have the Zoom logo.

@donkrause3410

2 жыл бұрын

I should also point out that as far as hydraulic brakes go, what matters most are the seals as they are the most likely to fail. And it’s hard to tell whether the seals are any good by outward appearance.

Pierce I have the. Nesta and haven’t come close to matching your range test. Are you sure those numbers are correct? Did mostly 2/3 Pas and only got 22 miles.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Yes those numbers are accurate. The one thing that is important to remember on the range test is there are many different variables that can affect the outcome. Rider weight, amount of hills on your route, wind, weather, etc., can all change how much battery needs to be used.

@ChrisCrossed

2 жыл бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport I hear ya but I’m only 175, my Nesta came as a Class 2 and I had to change settings to class 3. Could you have possibly been in Class 2 while testing? Espin says a batch of a Nestas we’re shipped as Class 2.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Yes we test all our bikes in the class they are shipped (unless they arrive unlocked for some reason, then to Class 3).

@tompelov8585

2 жыл бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReport any chance you'd be willing to conduct the range test again and make sure it's in range 3? I'm SOOO close to buying this bike, but the small battery is the only thing holding me back. I really want to get at least 20 miles all electric range (or as close as possible). THANKS!

@pedromiguel9202

2 жыл бұрын

@@tompelov8585 add a 2nd battery for longer range if you need to

Your your review was pretty good but how much is the bike? Have a great day

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Doc! Since prices change a lot, we avoid saying the price in the review. We always leave a link at the top of the description so you can find current pricing. Thanks!

Looks fantastic except I wouldn't be sure at 5'2" that the handle bars look high? Also the seat sets 33" as the lowest. Not sure if I'd be comfortable that high. Otherwise I'd buy this bike like now!! Have you test ridden the Doheny ex step through? This is one I'm considering. Is above San Clemente CA., Dana Point I believe. I love how thorough your testing points are, especially the braking stop distance.

@kaiyah73

2 жыл бұрын

I am 5'1.75" and I own this bike. I ride it comfortably. My only problem is that I have large breasts and they hit the throttle thrusting me forward before I can get up on the seat.

@donkrause3410

2 жыл бұрын

I heard from the company that they may decrease the handlebar stem height in the next version to be more accommodating or shorter riders. The height of the handlebars is a personal preference and some people may like have them higher or lower. It certainly makes for an upright riding position for shorter people. I’m 5’8” and find the lowest setting fine and could even raise it an inch or two and not be too high. But if your doing a lot of dirt riding on hills you’re better off with more weight on the handlebar. That said, this bike is not intended for technical MTB-type riding. It will do just fine on beginner trails. But if you want to do downhill and jumping get a bike made for that so you don’t kill yourself.

What's the price

Nice review but why Newton Meters and not Foot Pounds?

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

That's the default measurement used by most bike manufacturers when listing the specs.

what is the max wattage on that bike is it 750 or more? Lectric is a 500 watt motor and has a max of 800. Seems all bikes measure differently is why I ask.

@witnessfitness1

2 жыл бұрын

Great question but he did mention that the bike out about 85 nm. which is pretty darn powerful. I believe Lectric is 65.

@davidparker7156

2 жыл бұрын

@@witnessfitness1 one site I see said lectric was 60nm and rad mini was 80nm. I also saw. Video racing the two and the lectric won? So I have no idea how to apply reality with specs

@witnessfitness1

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidparker7156 I can tell ya this much... I have the Lectric XP 1.0 and at over 200 pounds, that bike caries me up some serous hills on my way to work, (but I always use pedal-assist 3-4) but I can only imagine how much easier to ride THIS ☝ monster up those hills to my job.

Nesta or RadRunner Plus, which is the best for you?

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

'Best for you' is subjective. You likely won't pick wrong between the two though. The Nesta has a little more oomph (marginally), but Rad's got a better infrastructure if you need customer service for anything. Again, similar enough bikes you can't have a wrong choice between the two - go with your gut.

You should mention air pressure and price.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

Good point on air pressure. We'll try and work that in more to the reviews. We decided with the industry having a lot of factors causing price fluctuation right now that we'd just avoid saying the price since it rarely stays that way for long. Each of our videos has a link to current pricing at the top of the description though. Thanks for the feedback!

@donkrause3410

2 жыл бұрын

The bike normally sells for $1599 but was recently on sale for $1329 with free front and rear racks. Last I looked it was $1499. Recommended tire air pressure is 20psi.

price?

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

www.ebrdeals.com/ebrYT-espin-nesta You can always find a link to the current pricing in our video descriptions :)

It would be nice to say the price first in your review.

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

They change too often given what's happened to the cycling industry since Covid began. We always leave a link to current pricing down in the description in all our reviews in order to help you find up-to-date pricing.

Looks like a great bike for camping or taking in an RV, but I wouldn't feel safe commuting. I live in the DC area with the world's least courteous drivers. The bike looks fun for the great outdoors, but I think it would be wildly dangerous in an urban area. Sad but true.

This or a used rad runner

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

They're pretty comporable. Can't go wrong with either.

Leave a like like for the cute little bat! Haha 🦇

I don't trust those hinges

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

We won't lie, some in the past have given us pause before. These were amongst the most heavy duty hinges we've seen on a bike we've tested though.

What beginners to electric bikes don't quite grasp unless they have some awareness or background in phyiscs is most all these reviews are basically a sales pitch in regard to performance. It all comes down to four basics no matter the nonsense the goofball is selling on-screen. Is it a Mid Drive or a Hub? What is the motor size of either the mid-drive or Hub? What is the tire diameter, and to a lesser extent what is the tire width? And lastly what is the battery specs? Everything else is too small of a variable to really matter. Trouble is, most of these fluff videos brush off the most important specs to sell you on other nonsense.

This is the ugliest ebike I’ve seen in a while. That battery and its position is just ugly AF. 🤮

@ElectricBikeReport

2 жыл бұрын

We wouldn't complain if they found a sleeker fit on the battery.

@donkrause3410

2 жыл бұрын

That’s not surprising since people have different tastes. I happen to really like the look of the bike. If you are referring to the fact that the battery is exposed and not concealed in the frame then this is not the ebike for you. Keeping a battery cool is important and I wonder if concealing it in the frame is a bad idea.

@otterishly777

2 жыл бұрын

It's also convenient AF, relative to the ones that are concealed in the frame.