Common E-Bike SCAMS (And How To Avoid Them)

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@brockedwards5896 Год назад

I was contacted by the scammers you talked about in the beginning of this video. I didn't go through with it. They even got mad at me in the end because when I suspected a scam, I kept them on the hook for hours, just to waste their time.

@troyguererro0898 Год назад

Madman 🤣

@purplerider2362 Год назад

I did the same to some sand monkey. And he was so mad he said he was happy 911 happened to us. What a d-bag yeh.

@robert.m4676 Год назад

That’s cool because you probably saved several others this person could have scammed. That’s killer in my book!!!!

@coryfatur9866 Год назад

you sir are a genius and a menace xD

@jimmyBurnett Год назад

Thanks for the heads up. I almost got scammed on another site using this same way.

@martinschwartz7342 Год назад

Thank you very much for the video on scamming. Scam artists are all over RU-vid. I fell for one when they first started doing this. I gave them my name and address but when they asked for money I realized it was a scam and didn't go any further.

@barryconstant Год назад

Thanks for bring this topic up. The more people know about how a scam works, the less people get duped by criminals (aka scammers)

@Cesar-cm4if Год назад

Agreed! I also wish people started wearing nta helmets like xnito or bern hudson, or even full face helmets while riding ebikes. I see a lot of people underprotected out there

@amiephillips8303 Год назад

What I cannot wrap my head around is how w it is that a platform can worry itself with punishment of people who use a common word or term, or discuss some ideology but are unable (or unwilling) to disallow thieves to target their users with aplomb. If you take the step to try and report it there isn't even a choice for "scam" or "false offer" or anything resembling such. Thank you for the info

@Leonardokite Год назад

When it comes to email scams one of the best things is to always check the actual email address, not just the name. Most of the time it is 100% undoubtedly obvious if it's a scam.

@MeysamShojaeeNejad Год назад

I wonder how facebook and google let those scam spread. I actually saw the exact scam you pointed on facebook last week.

@davidalder6558 Год назад

Thank you Micah for your sage advice. These scammers are sneaky and "too good to be true." Keep up your great channel. Dave

@agomeyromero2572 Год назад

Thanks for your amazing videos, I'm learning a lot from them, even though sometimes i'm in trouble because English isn't my mother tongue. However, not only i learn about electric mobility but also I'm improving my English skills. Cheers from Canary Islands Spain💪

@AlanKrum Год назад

Nice to see you doing this. I think every channel should do something like this on occasion. Very clear explanation.

@bFlattheOriginal Год назад

Those in-comment scams have been turning up in many other channels I watch too. I've been getting a lot more of them in emails as well. I block the emails and report the YT scams, but they keep coming...

@Beachinbob63 Год назад

Love all your posts, they are super informative and interesting. I think we all get scammed at one point. 😩

@emeurer1951 Год назад

I agree, Facebook Marketplace was loaded with scam $99 ebikes.

@otherallies Год назад

That happened to me on a different RU-vid channel, left a comment, and later received a message that I won a giveaway (ebike). Had a same logo as the actual owner of that RU-vid channel. Thanks for making a video to spread the word! How often do you have ebike giveaway?

@MagestormAllgoode Год назад

This has been happening on other higher ticket products review/education channels. I had one trying on me with a Drone, so it's good to put that one out there....

@condeerogers5858 Год назад

This happened to me on your channel. I wrote you about it. I knew it was a scam when I had to pay shipping. Furthermore, I would love to have a free E bike. If it is too good to be true, then it probably is.

@grouchydude3448 Год назад

Hi Micah.....Since you are a bettery expert, can you adress why batteries are catching on fire lately and how to prevent it? TY!

@TL1000S97 Год назад

Thanks for posting this Micah 👍Finally I got an explanation for these suspicious looking messages on various channels. I assumed that they were scam, but those scam postings in the comments at first glance looks like they are from the channel "owner".

@madd-mattmitchell917 Год назад

Thanks for being straight up about scams and how we can get taken.

@singlespeed2760 Год назад

If I received all the “ free Ebikes “ I been offered from scammers I would need a garage the size of a Walmart to keep them in. I do see your books listed for sale on EBay being listed as new but you state Amazon as the place to buy. I have your “ manifesto “ book and it is a good read.

@EbikeSchool Год назад

Thanks for your support, I’m glad you liked it! I’m not sure who is selling them on eBay, maybe resellers?

@RPRosen-ki2fk Год назад

That first scam you mentioned, is ALL OVER RU-vid. Somedays I'll get three or four solicitations.

@psiResearch Год назад

I'm a bit embarrassed to say that I fell victim to one of these scams. It was for a pricey helmet that was part of a randomly chosen submitted comment. Just like you stated, there was a fairly high shipping charge that I was asked to submit via PayPal. I should have known when I was informed the fee had to be paid with the "Friends and Family" option that has no additional PayPal fees, but offers no buyer protection. Needless to say, I lost $49 but after submitting a detailed dispute letter, PayPal stated I would be refunded but I still had to inform my bank linked to my account to freeze the funds. This temporarily locked me out of using PayPal and I had to change all my passwords. Lesson learned.

@johnhunt1 Год назад

Thanks for helping to inform others about scams. These scammers will get what they deserve in the end. I just hope their end will come sooner than later. 😀

@marinekappa82 Год назад

Thank you for the tips! It's always good to be reminded of how scams work.

@jarthurs Год назад

I 'bought' an eBike for $160 from China as an experiment, they had a very slick website and they even provided a legitimate tracking number. They kept the description simple and it was a very basic eBike with a modest battery and a low rated motor, so the price seemed more plausible that you *might* be able to buy the parts wholesale in China. The first red flag was that the >80Kg eBike was listed on the tracking site as weighing

@anthonyharraden4709 Год назад

Yup….I’ve never been caught up in an online scam and I fell for this 🤦‍♂️

@tucsonairbrush3233 Год назад

Thanks Micah...I always say the same "If it's too good to be true" quote...good reinforcement!

@johndilao9875 Год назад

I fell for a scammer company once from a ad on Facebook. They were showing a folding electric mobility scooter for a ridiculously low price that was about $40. It was supposed to be a Walmart sale offer. So, I opted to buy two scooters. I used my debit card and once the transaction went through a confirmation was sent to my email stating they would notify me once the items were shipped. I decided to look online to find out if Walmart was having this sale since the transaction from the debit card didn't mention Walmart but another company. So, I contacted my bank to check into this and they found that this company, Frelistr fraudulently scammed others and thankfully my bank reversed the transaction money I paid and I reordered a new debit card. Hopefully I've learned my lesson. If it sounds too good to be true... It probably is.

@jamesc.5734 Год назад

There is defiantly a need for a scam filter, other than common sense.

@johncovill8834 Год назад

Feels good to listen to an HONEST man. That's true.

@DanielLopes-jt8yl Год назад

I almost went for that one but backed off. Got lucky I guess. Still the way it came at me was funny. You always let us know who wins something by announcing

@blackbellanow Год назад

Thanks! I saw a pop-up on Facebook and almost fell for it. The ad claimed they were getting out of the bike business. SMH

@WrenAmarelo Год назад

Thank you for letting us know about these scams. This is helpful. I am a newbie to ebikes and just discovering channels and resources.

@MrMeow-iq7kq Год назад

This isn't just important... its something youtube should feature and really push for people to see.

@caroltidwell1011 Год назад

Thanks very much for addressing this issue & bringing awareness within this area. I came across an ad & website that looks legit & was searching for info when came your video. As you said, “if looks too good to be true, it probably is” so won’t take that risk. Thx again! 😀

@stephendavey5860 Год назад

Thanks for the heads up ! I got scammed for a drone once, never again !

@CappuccinoDrives Год назад

I've been reporting those comments for a long time, and the ones on FB where they create a page with a generic international business name, no contact or location, ask for shares and "give away" surplus inventory within hours of creating the page. I see thousands of people falling for these ones.

@damonshields9494 Год назад

That was INCREDIBLY sneaky, almost fell for it! You've mastered the language, look like a decent sort, and held my attention through the whole video! No way, uh-uh, not gonna take the bait... ...😅

@joerinaldi5 Год назад

Thanks for your video. It’s very helpful.

@neilmclennan1112 Год назад

Good to know. Thanks.

@MumfordJim Год назад

I’ve noticed these scam lately. Thanks

@shaunhall960 Год назад

I believe RU-vid ought to be more involved with stopping these scammers when we report these scammers on your channel they should immediatley be removed. I've reported them and RU-vid doesn't seem to remove them.

@dukeloo Год назад

Thanks Micah!

@Thomas-yz6yk Год назад

I bought an ebike a year ago Dec. Brand-name at a decent price 711. The first month I had it the rear motor. God bless these people replaced it at their cost. It's been a great hauling a Fatboy 66 years old now. Like I said she's getting old but a good old machine. I'm glad to have it and thankful that it still works even though I am a handicapped person I love this experience. Have a great day sir

@andywrong3247 9 месяцев назад

Ive seen an advertisement for clearance sale for $32.49 including 48v battery should i avoid.why don't the owners of the website police it.

@arkadiysardarov8372 Год назад

Thanks for useful explanation of ebike scams .

@Jaggerbush 2 месяца назад

The bad grammar is a feature, not a bug. They know the errors are terrible but they know most intelligent, suspicious people wont fall for scam to begin with and when people do respond to an ad with poor grammar and spelling, they found someone who already is willing to overlook red flags. This weeds them out.

@auronprowers Год назад

My philosophy is, if I win but I know I didn't enter for anything, I leave it alone. That being said tho it would be awesome to get a ebike. Been wanting one for years but man those prices. Love watching your reviews. Keep em comin!

@BlazinBlades Год назад

Scammers are hitting all large creator channels. The problem specific to ebike companies usually starts with some kakameme cover story they put on their home page so that a newcomer would trust them and buy their product… They usually send free bikes to reviewers who know nothing about bicycles or ebikes. You have no idea if these companies will even be around to support their product in the months to come… Very sad 😞 I would pay a bit extra for a reputable brand and avoid these ‘here today gone tomorrow’ companies with no actual presence in North America 🇺🇸

@samuelvelez2542 Год назад

Thank you for sharing with me.

@guytrimble8171 Год назад

I was victim to a scam on FB and because of it I'll never buy anything from there again. Reputable sales need to demand that there be no scams allowed as it diminishes honest sales.

@AlrexBarclay Год назад

Great awareness, scammers getting better at coning us folk. I bought a 1000£ebike from amazon, I he'd to replace both tubes, a new riser, im not abusing it. Beware, buy through a UK company.

@108Existences 11 месяцев назад

Hey there's something running right now in which Seron-X type bikes are being sold for $60 Canadian because the store is closing for some reason. It's an ad on RU-vid and it brings you to their website and all. It's by pineaperism though... sells a bunch of other random stuff so not sure what to think of it.

@james3220 Год назад

Yep. On point.

@Doandweepy Год назад

Hey buddy. Love the videos you put out. I find them calming and gets me pumped for my 1st E-Bike soon.

@BrianBurton-bi4uz 3 месяца назад

Love your channel… has helped me in buying an e-bike!! Thanks so much!!

@jaimemv6091 Год назад

Thank you for the heads up, am shopping around for an ebike

@cougarlike Год назад

Thanks for this clarification! Have a great day.

@timsatterfield1794 Год назад

Can never be too careful!

@JT-su2kx Год назад

Excellent video on scammers

@donwallace7354 Год назад

Thanks for posting this. I've been seeing these scammers on multiple YT videos.

@Xtrafix2015 Год назад

WOWWWWWW you finally found that problem and made video to help us from scammers! thank you!!

@mbuckster Год назад

Thanks for keeping the viewers safe.

@mikelivingood7797 Год назад

I was just going to leave a comment letting you know about these people in your comment section. I loved the video you did on the CSC city slicker but the range seems to be just below what I would need. Have there been any updates or do they provide a longer lasting battery option? Your last video was a few years ago, so I am hopeful.

@daveroche6522 Год назад

"If it looks too good to be true.....". I always respond with FU©K OFF I know; completely pointless but it DOES feel good. For a few seconds. Then I forget about it.

@thomaspambos7143 Год назад

Hi Micah, how are you, I am from down-under Australia, been following you for the last few months, just like to say keep up the good work, cheers 🍻

@dant4802 Год назад

I have come across this on other channels and just ignore it

@sirek2997 Год назад

Thanks for educating your viewers! Videos educating viewers on online safety are a necessity. :)

@AEFisch Год назад

Scammers are everywhere. Your advice should be applied in all things e-commerce. In fact "legit" get a discount scams might give you something, but you will jump through hoops and give away a lot of personal info for little benefit.

@josephpiskac2781 Год назад

Thanks I see lots of these gimmicks and you are the first to discuss it. I received a false ATT offer for a free Apple Watch providing I paid shipping. I did receive the Watch and enjoy it. However I also received two additional purchases using my Watch shipping info for payment. I contested the purchase and canceled the credit card to stop further unauthorized charges.

@hw5533 Год назад

I have had a few replies on here but instantly knew it was a scam. I report them every time and hope that helps. I've recently transferred my ebike kit onto a new mountain bike and can't wait to get out on it!

@dsrgarage Год назад

Would be interested to see more videos on battery specifics and how to choose the best battery for a certain application

@bubbanasub6076 Год назад

Have seen some of these but didn't know about the rest. Thanks for the info.

@EricFifer-ew8ii Месяц назад

Very informative. Thank you so much!

@wandadietrich7470 Год назад

There's a new one I believe where you get a suspicious email saying your order is on the way and payment cleared it has a phone number and of course you can reply to email which I wouldn't or advise. Knowing good and well no purchase was made. So be aware

@shmuelmyers3723 Год назад

Thanks for the info

@ericlessard Год назад

HAHAAHA! Got a reply on one of my post from "you" saying that i had won the weekly prise. Checked the account and the guy had 2 suscriber so all i did was wait till your next video to hear my name. I was so sad not to hear my name! 😉😉😉 Keep up the cool vid's and content, love your channel!

@EbikeSchool Год назад

Sorry my friend, but I’m glad you were sharp enough to investigate it!

@djyoghurt3993 Год назад

Great video! Would love to see a video about lithium fires and the best way to put them out if you don’t have a lithium fire specific extinguisher. And I would also love to know more about heat resistant materials (foams glassfibre plates etc.) and other stuff to use inside a battery pack.

@michaeljohn7467 Год назад

Keep 5 gallon buckets full of dirt, pour dirt on ebike battery on ground, if it is on the bike put bike on ground sideways n cover batteries with dirt as best as you can Or maybe keep 5 gallon or whatever else containers full of water, put in bike battery in water fully submerged, but this might be hard cause not wise to pick up battery when smoking or on fire if battery still in bike this wont work Keep battery smothered for awhile cause batteries can unite again even though they might seemed to be put out After battery seems to be fully out, get it out doors in a safe spot n let sit for a day then throw it out

@gracelandone Год назад

I wish more channel providers would do this. Thank you.

@daytriker Год назад

Hi Micah, could you make a video regarding re-programming Bafang & Tongsheng Mid Drives with your phone?

@andthesunsets Год назад

Thanks for doing this. I was trying frantically trying warn the other commenters.

@groovr22 Год назад

Great video. Everyone should see this..!

@djmosse Год назад

Nice, that you spread good words...

@geoffmills341 Год назад

I enjoy your down to earth ebike information and would like to read one of your books.

@susanhopemason Год назад

I have seen quite a few of the first scam you mentioned...on several different channels. I didn't know if they were real or not, but I didn't trust them, so I ignored them.

@surfinguitarist Год назад

Thanks for the tube. Hopefully it will help at least one less person get scammed.

@rcalems Год назад

Great video. Just found you recently. Keep up the awesome job you’re doing.

@yougeekyou Год назад

Glad you did this piece... I've been hit up by these a**holes several times.

@markdawson808 Год назад

Thank you for this video and thanks for responding to me when I recently was a near victim of this type of scam🙂

@KelliARoss Год назад

TY Micah for covering this topic of scams especially since I was one of those folks who received a message saying I had won an ebike. Which I sent to you for confirmation on if it was legit!!!! Love your channel & TY again!

@jameszabinski3558 Год назад

Brand new to your channel. I think I know your answer to this, but what about these "clearance warehouses" that offer electric bikes for super cheap-? The site looked so legit, but I didn't pull the trigger. Now I don't see it on you tube anymore....

@UC241 Год назад

Nice informative alert and precautions information. Thanks.

@MrGriffo666 Год назад

I often search for 2nd hand ebikes in my area, so I get soooo many of the "great discount deal" ads for ebikes in my search results. usually the same pic, over & over. did you know, you can (apparently) get a Suron Light Bee for only $49.99? it's a pity facebook can't apply the same "banned picture" algorithms to its sponsored posts, as it does to its users.

@nickglenn4946 Год назад

hi i love the channel been watching this as preparation before owning an ebike, would like to know how do you usually lock the bike safely when going out to store, workplace etc?

@hicksonb Год назад

👋 from Ireland, great channel and thanks for this video 👍

@njfulwider5 Год назад

Don't you just hate, how sellers misrepresent e-bike product. I know it's a pain. But I will return, just on principle, no mater the size of the package. Great video as always!!!!!!

@djotter Год назад

Recently built my own cargo ebike, looking into other projects soon.

@emaguigad Год назад

Thank you for the tips! Great vid!

@jetmelt Год назад

I appreciate you taking the time to educate people on the types scams taking place. I’ve seen them on several channels. I also take the time to click on the comment to report them.

@acecyxyooj6954 Год назад

Been scam before. It's good for people to know. Thanks for the tips.

@DavidKing-wk1ws Год назад

I tell ya what feels like a scam.. I ordered an ebike motor kit from Hong Kong the company seems legit but the 6 to 8 week shipping feels like a scam but considering Hong Kong to USA is a distance to travel affordably. I ordered one of those X1 Pro kits thinking if I can use a 3000 watt motor at 500 watts , it would give more long term reliability. Any thoughts?