The Fast Charging 55 Mile Folding EBike Under $1,500 - HeyBike Ranger S Review

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The HeyBike Ranger S is a folding electric bike with a relatively clean look compared to most folding ebikes. If you pedal this bike you can actually probably get the claimed 55 miles of range if you keep it under 15mph, but I got about 20 miles using the throttle and riding off road at full speed and doing performance tests.
It will climb steep hills if you pedal it but the motor and controller are not as strong as some non-folding ebikes I have tried in the same price tier.
I hope you enjoy this HeyBike Ranger S review and it shows you what you need to know before you buy.
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  • @Vest1bule90
    @Vest1bule90 Жыл бұрын

    I’m buying this bike from my neighbor who also does reviews, I got a really good deal too, $300. 10 years ago I rode a no name e-bike in Israel and I can’t wait to get back on the road! thanks for this review!

  • @SS-ln3dg
    @SS-ln3dg Жыл бұрын

    Great video as always thank you

  • @sidthebassist89
    @sidthebassist89 Жыл бұрын

    I'm really interested in seeing you review the Heybike Tyson! It's the main ebike I've been considering

  • @johnn8117
    @johnn8117 Жыл бұрын

    Thanks again Matt, another well made video with everything you need to know. I love the design and look and was hoping it would check off more boxes. Like the 4amp charger and adequate brakes. The app had some nice useful features but not enough torque killed it for me. I’m 6’3”, 200 lbs. if I were to carry any additional weight I don’t think it’ll have enough power. For a smaller person maybe it could work. Enjoy the memorial weekend Matt.

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment and feedback 🙏

  • @nicks931
    @nicks931 Жыл бұрын

    I appreciate your review style. We can read the spec's but you provide a real world, just messin' around ride style review. Which is probably what most of us do. Also mostly full throttle, which I also think most of us do unless we live in a totally flat, traffic-less area. Suppose I should speak for myself, but... Thanks.

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏 yes I think this how most ride these cruiser style fat e-bikes, basically like a 1hp motorcycle really (750w = 1hp) We are the modern day cowboys 😆

  • @unitedstatesdale

    @unitedstatesdale

    11 ай бұрын

    Would it be good for a older man to buy ? Thinks

  • @jamesmc6703
    @jamesmc6703 Жыл бұрын

    Looking at this bike and they Heybike Tyson. Thanks for the video

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching!

  • @BRZZ-xw4hd
    @BRZZ-xw4hd Жыл бұрын

    thanks for the vid. great vid man .thumbs up ....peace out

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy

  • @paulgoodfellow9509
    @paulgoodfellow9509 Жыл бұрын

    Good job Matt

  • @michaelmckelvy9165
    @michaelmckelvy9165 Жыл бұрын

    Great looking bicycle, enjoyed the video 🤙🤙🤙. Have a good Memorial day 🎉

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏 you too!

  • @joellee6142

    @joellee6142

    3 ай бұрын

    I wonder if this was the 750 w version or the 1000w ... the 1000w version seems to have torque sensor according to their website

  • @frank-939
    @frank-939 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you for honest review, like the APP and looking, but I found a similar folding ebike from Ecotric, 48 volt 500 watt. the current price is almost half of this bike, not sure how to choose lol.

  • @jjmcwill1881

    @jjmcwill1881

    11 ай бұрын

    They are all the same. Made by the same company. Sellers fronting as bike manufacturers. Buy the cheapest one you can find.

  • @ChristmasEve777
    @ChristmasEve777 Жыл бұрын

    Only watched the 1st minute so far but I paused it because I just gotta comment on 5A charging. My battery in my fat tire bike also said it can take up to 5A even though it says to ONLY use the provided charger (which is 2A). It's perfectly okay to go by what the battery says. I charge mine with my high power buck converter. I set the voltage limit on it to 54.6V and the CC (constant current, or current limit) to 5A and it works beautifully, charging quickly. Battery doesn't get hot and it will only charge until it's done and not overcharge.

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    nice!

  • @jimbo92107
    @jimbo9210710 ай бұрын

    Rule of thumb for range estimates: Cut them in half, if you pedal all the time. On throttle only, about 30 percent. Good news - this means your ebike will be great for getting that quick bag of groceries, or that medium ride with no worries! Always plug it it when you get back!

  • @JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe
    @JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe Жыл бұрын

    Great video as per usual. Love watching your reviews about all these different kinds of ebikes. I DIY converted my old mountain bike with a 1500w hub motor and these are easily the most fun ways to get around. I commute to work all year round on a bike no matter the weather.

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks 🙏, very nice, how many amps on the controller? I hate riding in the cold and rain personally 😆 more power too you!

  • @JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe

    @JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TailHappyTV no idea about the controller, it's stashed inside a little waterproof bag because it often rains here in the UK. But I'm getting peak wattage around 2000-2100 on a full charge with 52v 20ah battery and going about 40mph on the throttle, it really is a beast performs similarly to an old 90CC moped I own.

  • @kevinhoward500
    @kevinhoward500 Жыл бұрын

    Great review, does the bike have cruise control?

  • @katemoltzen1841
    @katemoltzen1841 Жыл бұрын

    Hey Matt, you may have figured this out by now but in the event that you haven't, I learned from another review video that the AUTO button turns your headlight on and off. Knowing nothing about e-bikes, I am still in the review stage before purchasing. Any suggestions you might have would be appreciated. Happy 4th!

  • @frankfairchok947
    @frankfairchok947Ай бұрын

    Good review but I couldn't see if you opted for 1000w motor or the 750w.

  • @Daryth84
    @Daryth848 күн бұрын

    Thank you =)

  • @alexsidletskiy5923
    @alexsidletskiy59237 ай бұрын

    Costco sells those survival kits. Scooters or e-bikes should be an important part of that. Heybike is a reputable company with certified components however I would recommend a bike sized fire extinguisher

  • @rossishima
    @rossishima Жыл бұрын

    Like watching your videos. Are you looking to do a review on the Happy Run ?

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Would love to, looks decent

  • @rossishima

    @rossishima

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TailHappyTV If you get your hands on one that would be great, love your straightforward reviews.

  • @robwatson7401
    @robwatson7401 Жыл бұрын

    Love your videos as usual. Can you do me a favor though? Looks like you have an iPhone. can you measure the grade of your garage incline using the native measure -> level app? I’m looking for a reasonably priced full suspension ebike with good torque for off road use. Preferably 3” tires or less.

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks. I just measured it with the iPhone app and it shows 11°, which converts, almost exactly to 20% grade, which I actually measured by hand with a ruler and a level back in the day when I established this route 😆 I didn’t even think to use the iPhone app but I’m glad that it verifies my calculation.

  • @millenium2003
    @millenium2003 Жыл бұрын

    I like this one

  • @Vest1bule90
    @Vest1bule90 Жыл бұрын

    Hey, quick question. do you think a Puch moped seat would fit on this?

  • @paulklapperich7520
    @paulklapperich75203 ай бұрын

    Hmm, I wonder.. at 32mph with a throttle, some states might classify this as a motorcycle or 50cc scooter. The turn signals might help in those states if someone needs to get it registered and plated...

  • @user-gt1eg5gy4
    @user-gt1eg5gy4 Жыл бұрын

    What is the ground to handlebar height in inches at it’s lowest setting?

  • @bruce3412
    @bruce3412 Жыл бұрын

    i was wondering if you were going to show what the auto button did?

  • @addertooth1
    @addertooth18 ай бұрын

    This looks very much like the "actbest ranger". They main differences being the actbest is about 900 bucks, only had cable disk brakes, and has spoked wheels. Top speed of 28MPH (throttle only) is the same as is the exact same battery pack.

  • @Q.859
    @Q.859 Жыл бұрын

    Hi- quick suggestion on an e-bike I think you should reivew. It's called the SB Thunder. Its $2750 and it can go 45mph. It has a rear 3000w motor & a 48v 31amp battery. You could also choose a 5000w or 8000w motor with a 72v battery. It can go like 35 miles on full throttle + it looks sick. Its also off $300 for memorial day so you can get it out the door for $2,450 rn which is crazy. I just orderd my today and I think it's coming in like a month. Great reivew as always btw!

  • @CraigDyer
    @CraigDyer11 ай бұрын

    The auto button is for the headlight.

  • @niedziwedzpolarny7269
    @niedziwedzpolarny72695 ай бұрын

    Can this bike hold 400lbs of load like it says?

  • @THOTHvii
    @THOTHvii8 ай бұрын

    Seems like cars barely see my whole ass body, i doubt they'd see a blinker but I think it would help if you are in traffic and a cop sees you shifting around and actually using a blinker, they'd likely have less chance to bother you. Another thing, I would love to see someone test how much force it would take to snap that handlebar "stem".. That sucker is LONG and I am concerned about the potential flex or breaking of the bar that holds the handlebars... P.S. I did subscribe because I am 6'2" and ride in sand and everything as well and you test consistently for all bikes equally, which is a huge 4 thumbs up.. Thanks. I am actually stuck between the Lectric 3.0 and the "Heybike" brand. I will be riding it 5 days a week about 22 miles round trip, at dark.

  • @sonicelement
    @sonicelement Жыл бұрын

    Hi what color of the bike would you recommend? I want to buy but having trouble deciding on the color.

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    I’d get the stone blue seen in this video… or maybe the metallic sand, it looks retro vibes mustard but futuristic too. Hope this helps 😜. Flip a coin and let us know what you order 😉

  • @sonicelement

    @sonicelement

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TailHappyTV Isn’t it’s shark gray the one seen in the video? But I do agree metallic sand or stone blue are two great options.

  • @hongkong5797
    @hongkong5797 Жыл бұрын

    How much is it

  • @RagedContinuum
    @RagedContinuum Жыл бұрын

    I like the app

  • @naimtaj9468
    @naimtaj9468 Жыл бұрын

    How much would you say it weighs roughly? Would you recommend carrying it up the stairs if the elevator is down? @TailHappyTV

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    The weight is listed on the website linked below the video. I’d guess high 60 lbs-ish. You could use throttle to roll it up stairs but even Arnold Schwarzenegger wouldn’t wanna carry this up stairs.

  • @naimtaj9468

    @naimtaj9468

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TailHappyTVthanks buddy

  • @Jen-CelticWarrior
    @Jen-CelticWarrior Жыл бұрын

    The “auto” button is for the auto-on headlight.

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for dropping this comment!

  • @dean-odambro4147
    @dean-odambro414711 ай бұрын

    I've been hoping you'd do a review on the Denago fat tire step through. Not sure if you have done one already on another channel?

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    11 ай бұрын

    Have not

  • @Optunity
    @Optunity Жыл бұрын

    Make video on assembly? I have brain cancer and I have limited muscle coordination on my left side. I need a a slow more detailed assembly instruction. If you can help, I really appreciate it. I have glioblastoma.

  • @jimhickox5181

    @jimhickox5181

    Жыл бұрын

    Check out Thomas Seyfried for your cancer care.

  • @theresa337
    @theresa337 Жыл бұрын

    How does this compare to City Run?

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    It’s a very different bike, I have reviewed several similar to the city run on my channel

  • @jeromewaites5364
    @jeromewaites53647 ай бұрын

    Where do you get that chart?

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    7 ай бұрын

    Internet

  • @kevinnashskitchen3517
    @kevinnashskitchen3517 Жыл бұрын

    Good job pimping that bike bro!😂

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Wait til you see what’s next

  • @kevinnashskitchen3517

    @kevinnashskitchen3517

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TailHappyTV your platform rocks! Keep it up!✌ oh.. I was going to suggest maybe get a friend or girlfriend to do a little ride and show someone under 5'9" on the bike. Maybe get a random stranger to just check it out😂 But not the bike thief dude.😳

  • @erides
    @erides Жыл бұрын

    They bagged me to ride it at the Electrify Exo last week and I didn't have interest as this is just another heavy folding ebike

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    Basically. it’s prettier than most and charges fast, and a few other unique things. This video shows and tells the full experience for those looking to grab one who don’t have the opportunity to see or ride it in person.

  • @erides

    @erides

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TailHappyTVyes, Great video! The design about as few other brand as they use about the same frame but fitting someone 6'5 is impressing and 4 Ah charger never saw in any of the ebikes in past . Doe it have fan?

  • @TailHappyTV

    @TailHappyTV

    Жыл бұрын

    @@erides nope

  • @erides

    @erides

    Жыл бұрын

    @@TailHappyTV oh, it might get hot

  • @cloudsss83
    @cloudsss835 ай бұрын

    you can kick the ball in volleyball lol

  • @misurebanks1538
    @misurebanks153811 ай бұрын

    My Jesus, all the jump cut edits are chaotic 😅....

  • @verily1221
    @verily12214 ай бұрын

    Do you think the app should be asking you for your phones location and access calling authority just to use the app? What do either of those permissions have to do with a Bluetooth app connecting to your phone? I don't like nosey people or companies. How about you?

  • @antoniochao5254
    @antoniochao52546 ай бұрын

    dont lay on hand

  • @slayr9612
    @slayr961211 ай бұрын

    Buyer beware! Its been almost two months since I submitted for a warranty claim that they said that they would honor and I still dont have the part that I requested. If you purchase a bike from this company you are potentially going to be left with a one hundred pound paper weight with wheels.

  • @PhoggHawk

    @PhoggHawk

    5 ай бұрын

    100% agree. Heybike customer service sucks. I bought mine through Amazon. I found you'll get better customer service through them because Amazon is watching! Sometimes it's just the luck of the draw with these Chinese manufacturers. They generally make some nice bikes, but they are slow to respond to problems because they are in China. You'll often wait 24-48 hours for a single response to email and there's no phone number. If you buy one, be extra careful not to mess up the box it shipped in. This makes it impossible to ship back to them if you cut it up when unpacking the bike.

  • @rampar77
    @rampar7710 ай бұрын

    AH, you had no consideration for other people in the mall or traffic. You could not ride on left turn or any traffic lane.

  • @hakes9996
    @hakes9996 Жыл бұрын

    Its a scam

  • @frankc2159
    @frankc2159 Жыл бұрын

    DONT BUY FROM HEY BIKE!!!!!! they use fedex and don't hold up any of the delivery dates. im on the 4th day in two weeks they said it would be delivered and not only will fedex not help me get my package but after calling heybikes phone number they tell me its not actually customer service and someone named kevin would call me back for customer service. its been over a week and no phone call or bike. ive included screenshots of the times it said it would be there "today". even a text from fedex demanding saying i have to be there to sign just for me to be told by fed ex actually maybe in another two days. customer service at heybike doesnt even exist. its all a money grab!!!!!