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Had purchased an Engle y600 scooter myself a year ago, I love it but after watching many other scooter videos, made me wonder if i can install a Steering Damper on my scooter despite that many steering dampers are not compatible for the Engle i have. Do you have any recommendations which steering damper I should get?
You can push the scooter without battery assistance; but I wouldn't recommend trying to ride it like a regular scooter without the battery assistance, it would be very cumbersome.
@@jetthorn1460 If you’re looking for pure fun I recommend the P1, but the P3 is much more relaxed to ride and better for long distance. I tend to ride the P3 a little bit more. Thanks for the comment!
I’m a customer and love my Elevate. I understand the pov about cost, but I couldn’t justify buying a 2nd or 3rd bike as an eBike just to extend my rides or assist when riding high elevation trails. Taking the motor off for a very long decent after a huge climb is no trouble at all, in fact it’s a huge plus.
Thanks for the detailed presentation, it's better than the web site. Didn't know the pedal-assist only version (Class 1) was already available, I assumed it still works only by throttle (Class 2). This is good news. It seems the motor is to be always removed for downhill mainly because of being rear-heavy, but this is not a big problem. I wonder how general their upcoming mid-drive assembly will be (battery in the backpack?, or a thin frame-mounted battery?), but at least this system is quite practical: you can permanently mount the battery instead the water bottle cage, and snap on/off the motor - which makes it the most general kit available that is still practical for enduro trails with jumps. The main disadvantage is indeed the price.
I think he was just referring to using the throttle only while pedaling rather than just throttling without pedaling. I don't think they have a pedal (cadence or torque) sensor available yet.
Jesus christ. Im a mtb'er and Electronics design engineer of some 25 years. stop calling non ebike's FXXKing "Analog!" you dont know what the hell your talking about!! Fxxx me. hipster stupidity.
Great video. The reason I’m considering it, is that I have both an emtb and a regular bike. I like my regular bike way more. Two reasons why i don’t really like my emtb, #1 wheel size. It’s a 29er and my regular bike is a 27.5, which I prefer. #2, the weight, it’s too heavy. While my emtb climbs fantastic, it’s not much fun on the downhill. 🖖🏽
Love the spec for the $, but is brake jack (or squat) an issue with modern Kona’s? I remember going from a single pivot Cannondale Gemini FR (that had horrible brake jack) to a Rocky Mountain Altitude 4-bar back in 2012 and the ability to brake through bumps was a game changer for me, totally able to level up on steep tech that needs good braking traction. My current IBIS with fully active DW-Link under braking is even n better. Looks like the brake mount is right on the single pivot swing arm on this Kona, would going to Kona be a big step backwards for steep technical riding, or does Kona have some secret sauce to keep the brakes usable on this design?
man, all these reviews forget to showcase the lights in dark conditions, and this scooter has awesome lights. Oh well. That's what earned you a thumbs down.
Really appreciate your videos Hombre. Nice to have someone local doing e-bike reviews (we’re in Crest). Can you tell me how the narrow appearing bars, riding position, and overall comfort compare to riding the F5. Still shopping bikes for my wife and I. Thanks!
I'm in Alpine, so hello fellow East County San Diegan! The bars are pretty narrow (I actually forgot to measure them), but there are at least 3-4" narrower than the F5 Trail. The Moonrider has much more relaxed, upright seating position and I would say it more comfortable for longer rides than the F5 Trail. The F5 seating position is closer to a mountain bike seating position. I think that if you want to ride mostly roads then the Moonrider is the better option, but if you want something that can go on trails, then the F5 is better. The Superhuman Bikes shop is on Moreno Blvd, off the 5 (near the Costco); I highly recommend demoing both bikes. They're pretty laid back and will let you ride the bikes around to test them out with no hassle. Thank you for the comment and say hi if you see me around!
I personally like the Summit 1 better. It has so many more cool features (cadence & torque sensor modes, Apple Find My, 15 levels of assist, over the air firmware updates, nicer display, more customizability, ability to choose between C1 C2 and C3 ebike, etc.) and I personally think it's just a nicer bike. If want a bike more for mtb'ing the F5 Trail is better due mostly to its mid drive motor (better weight distribution), better drivetrain, and much burlier brakes. But if you're looking for a bike to ride on the road, dirt paths, and occasional beginner level mtb trails; I like the Summit 1. I just reviewed the Summit 1 and it's on my channel if you want my in-depth impressions. Hope this helps! :)
@@DouglasRobbin If riding the trails I'm riding, yeah the F5 with some minor upgrades is a better bike. I should have my upgrade video out soon, just haven't had the time with product coming in and it being so hot outside.
My guess is that when you switch to the Cadence sensor mode, the computer recalibrates how it delivers power to mimic a cadence sensor; but that's just a guess.
One complaint I have is all the people are misleading in the reviews, all say the rear shock is adjustable. Mine looks adjustable, but they give you no tool to adjust it and Windone will not respond to that question. So I'd say it's not adjustable. I switched out the handlebars for 3" risers and a bigger front sprocket to eliminate ghost pedaling.
Thanks for the review. I just purchased and waiting on it to arrive. I've been riding a Gary Fisher hardtrail that I purchased in 2001. This year for the first time, I'm starting to have a hard time keeping up with my 17 year old son on steep inclines on our local trails. Nothing too technical, so I'm hoping this bike works for my needs. Also was looking for a bike that could be used on occasion for commuting as well. I was thinking of adding tubeless tires and an air-fork.
Caroma is a scam, the items are cheap and breakable dont waste your time. They will not refund you if the items break. Its been 2 month and they have offered me nothing
If you want to actually get into E skate you don’t want to buy a caroma And for 320 bucks you can spend another 80 dollars and get into the actual eskate brands that aren’t base out of Amazon like tynee, wowgo, meepo, they have very nice boards made with nice batteries and motors and have customer support that are worth a damn. At that price you are just SO close to the real brands might as well go one of those instead of an Amazon board. However it was a caroma that got me into eskate and changed my life and it was on accident. I bought one new used off marketplace for 60 bucks only because it was cheap for getting to the bus stop. a super deal. Single motor mini board barely moved with me on it. It got me into eskate though and one week later I sold that board and purchased a Wowgo 3e, a belt drive beast! And the wowgo 3e belt drive is only 450 ! You can have an actual belt drive board for 130 dollars more like comooooonnnn lol. Torque baby and hills baby!
Right now it’s 400 on Amazon on sale. Such a good package for the price. Pulls harder than isinwheels 500w s9 max. That number with the watts is just what the motor is rated for! Not how much watts it’s actually using! It only uses as much power as the speed controller tells it to. Lot of people don’t know this I’m sure you do. That’s why the watts number is no more than a reference point. And a vague one
Hello, I have had my caroma p1 for 3 months now and I need to change the brake pads for it. I have tried reach out to the company with no response. I have tried my local bike shop, and they don't want to touch it due not familiar or may not have the part for the bike. any suggestions on the matter it will greatly help the cause. Other that Maintenace will be the biggest concerned I have. Once you pass 360 miles to the 400 miles you will need brake pads replacements. it been 2 week on the works to get fixed. Will keep posted.
It's a great point. I recommend pulling out the pads and there should be a product code on them. If there isn't, then you can measure the pad size and find them on Amazon or Ebay.
I'm 6-2 with an inseam of 34.5. In road bikes a normally ride 61-62CM. Will the F5 Trail fit me OK? I don't like riding with my knees more than just slightly bent. Any advise?
