Flite Test - Bixler 2 - REVIEW 

Thanks guy's, great view. Looks like a lot of love for the B2 there ;) Stuart.

Thanks guy's, great review, a whole lot of love for the B2 there ;) Stuart.

Now they need to make one called 'the crazy swede' that has an EDF and can hit 150mph...!

You know why I like YOU the most, Josh's, because although you are in US you are so kind and sometimes talk about metric units too, that is really-really important, for me at least. A lot of websites overseas using only imperial. Thanks, that you respect us here in Europe. Keep going, you are the BEST.

I feel like J Scott is legitimately jealous and trying to sabotage Bixler's episode, lol.

I can't believe this. These folks are so entertaining i've been watching for days. Good work.

My university was having it's open house today and walking around the engineering complex I was naturally looking at all the airplane related stuff. I noticed that one of the booths had a Bixler, it made my day.

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You guys are great. Really helped me get into the hobby, and my whole neighbourhood has been enjoying seeing FPV from my (original) Bixler - I've had it for almost 7 months, and fly it all the time. Keep up the good work!

wow, LOVING your videos since the un-sponsorship. no bias now whatsoever. from now on, you guys will be my go-to channel for honest reviews, not just entertainment.

By far the best review! Bixler skipping in the background...Scott's look of disappointment when setting Bixler with the new Bixler 2! Hilarious!!!

These guys are hilarious. Who would've though R/C geeks could be cool?! They are! ;)

Guys you episodes are getting better with no sonsoship

Thanks guys for pushing the hobby forward. Great videos.

Love the intro... Made my day.. You guys are by far my favorite channel on RU-vid. You guys are so great. Thanks for all the help guys!

My bixler 2 has a Hobbyking D2826-10 1400kv motor with a 40amp ESC and a 11.1v 2200mah set-up. It does everything I need it to do. Fly's fantastic. I put on the wheel kit and do not use the flaps. It does not want to come down. Fantastic. The CG is 76mm from the leading edge, perfect. It's fast becoming my favorite plane. It will handle 8-15mph winds.

Josh, So happy to see the 2, and that you got to spend some time making memories with your father. I am sorry, I did not know he passed. The guys at FlyParkSac keep steering me away from a Penguin, to a Bixler 2, as I said, when we meet, I want you and JS to sign it. He has to sign it on the bottom of the wing though.... ;-)

I bought a plane that looked similar to this for my kid one year. I took it out to "test" fly it when my kid was in school. I flew it down wind. When I turned it around, it couldn't fight against the wind. It just kept getting further and further away, until I couldn't see it anymore never to be found again. Kid was not amused.

i love how bixler loved and loved his bixler 1 and now the 2 has come out he is slagging the 1 off.

I don't normally write reviews, but if you are a beginner like me I highly recommend this plane. I am a high school physics teacher in S. Texas and was wanting to get back into RC flying partly as a demo for my students. In my high school days I spent the better part of $1000 on a balsa plane which flew twice, crashed once - which I spent hours rebuilding. This is absolutely a great trainer plane and is very forgiving in crashes. I cracked my right wing completely half when I hit a fence post and was flying again within an hour with some glue and tape. Having the prop in back is great. Total cost: $200 including shipping. I am on a budget like many of us are. Contact me if you want the parts list that I got. Get the flaps. It will slow airspeed. It helps alot when you're learning. I've flown the Bixler 2 in football stadiums without any problems. I was flying today in 10-15 mph winds, gusts. Plane was very stable. I recommend getting at least 2 batteries. Each one has about 20 min flight time.

I'm getting one of these planes!! They are awesome! I hope they never will be discontinued!!

Sorry to hear about Mr Bixler Sr. #2 looks like a nice plane -surprised HK never sponsored this episode. Thanks!

the 'flying scott' is a low cost airport car park in Scotland. See Josh? Everyone's a winner!

The Bixler 2 has got to be one of the best built and performing RC planes ever!

Bixler 1 is an amazing plane. Bixler was my first larger scale plane. First 2 tries I crashed because an inverted aileron but after corrected the setup the plane flew beautifully.

My Bixler 1 survived 40+ crashes, total destruction, it simply glued back together each time .... Now i'm into FPV i got the Bixler 2. This plane carries the GoPro2 and FPV gear so easily, it really is the perfect platform for it. I originally bought an Easystar 2 for my FPV, it failed terribly, could hardly carry the weight and would not pull up. Bixler 2 ..... amazing plane fpv or not ..... just brilliant. Although i cannot understand why only the Ailerons were not hinged ...?. 9.5/10

ITS A BIXLER 2!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bought Bixler 2 just to support You guys!

I have flaps working with the 'gear' button on my Hitec Optic5 TX. Plug the flap servos into a Y lead, and RX channel 5, have the left wing servo turned around, so that it looks exactly like the right hand one. Once youre certain you have them both operating in the same direction. Carefully carve out the new servo position, making sure the servo arm will be operating in the same spot as the pre-cut position servo would, trim and glue the left hand foam servo 'blank' into it's original hole.

Nice plane. If anyone deserves a great plane named after him, it's Josh. Can't wait to give one a go.

You make a very good point re: the airlerons. The hinges are great, and I, too wish they had been used on all the control surfaces. I'm installing aftermarket hinges now to fix busted foam hinges (due to a crash).

Nice review! This is what I look for on flitetest - honest, unbiased reviews of what's out there for the R/C flyer. I am not a big fan of quad copters, flying bricks, or flying chickens, but realize others may be. For me, introducing the Bixler2 with a meaningful discussion and a flight demonstration is what I enjoy the most. And kudos to Hobby King for listening to the R/C flyer and creating what appears to be my next plane - a Bixler2 - great job!

During this entire FAA crisis about PFV and "drones" (a drone is a military aircraft and not a model RC), Joshua Scott caused quite the fuss, saying the drones are "picking up babies and delivering them to the wrong mothers". A serious situation played off by Josh Scott (he even said the vacuum robot is spying on him). Flite Test asked people to, not rudely though, to contact your local FAA and voice your opinion but to not be negative towards them. I was going to do so until I saw the other video. Anything he says I'd ignore. The "other" Josh and Chad have my full respect.

So what the heck is the name of this plane?!? Oh yea............Bixler 2! That was cracking me up. Bravo, well done sir.

Wow, I am retro-viewing from the good ol' days.

Also you can connect each servo individually without a Y cable if you have a DX6i or similar and a 6ch receiver, yes you may have to read the manual or google it to setup but its easy, and you can have flaperons if you want!

That was a challenge episode, not a review. Chris was holding the nose so it wouldn't fall off... not hiding it.

JOSH & josh thanks again & a great video, great plane too. Also... Great start. Good to see that your (Flite Test's) independence is respected and that Hobbyking has continued the relationship. And a Bixler2 who would have thunk it.. Best wishes from Beerwah in Oz....

Awesome video! I ordered my Bixler 2 not long ago. Already have a Bixler 1. I broke the wing spar on the maiden flight. I had to make a replacement. I hope the 2 holds up a little better, very excited about the modifications.

I agree completely, the decals are removable, and i like it like that.

RIP Mr Bixler, great video as always, nice aircraft.

So glad you did a review on this!! So far I have a Cessna 305 and its quite scary for me still.... I ordered the Bixler and am really looking forward to a less frighting learning experience!!

Can't wait for the bixler three that's in the back of the hobbyking videos!

had a 6ah nanotech on the charger while i watched. accidentally interrupted the charge cause i thought your radio adjustments were the charger beeping hahaha

You know what Josh? When I get into scratch building I'm going to build an aircraft and call it the Scott flier :P

got a arf bixler 2 yesterday it will be here on Thursday or Friday!!!!

Andres needs a plane named after him! That kid is amazing! I know this is old, but congrats.

Both are great if you're beginning... I would go with the 2 however. slower flight and flaps can make it much easier to control.

Agreed with sixeighttwo. I've been waiting for this plane to be stocked here in the US warehouse!

Very nice plans. Yes Scott need a plan called the B&S plan or a S&B plan

Great plane the Bixler2!! Just maidened it on the weekend. Flies great!!! Love the plane!!

If you think the wings on the new bixler 2 pose a difficulty problem, you should try bolting on the wings of the precision aerobatics addiction, very difficult unless you have 8 inch fingers with a 1/4 inch diameter. I'll be posting a flying review of it soon. Other than that, it's an incredible aircraft. Love the vids guys keep up the good work.

It does (take off from grass on the stock motor), I've done it a few times. You just need to be careful not to turn in a wing once you get some speed up.

You guys can sure float those planes in really well.

That moment when josh scott us 1000% done with this! Love the videos so much. Keep up the great work!

I have a bixler 2 I recently bought, I run it with a few batteries, but 20C works just fine for me. The ESC it's designed for is a 20A, so I assume that the maximum discharge rate it will ever put on your battery is 20 amps.

Get the Bixler 1 RTF, you'll love it. The Bixler 2 is more on the FPV side, it's more complicated with the flaps. The Bixler 1 will be the best trainer for you, much better than the Stratos.

I would suggest: 1. The clear skid plate on the bottom cover more area along the longitudinal. 2. Make the motor mount easy to access/remove/reinstall, and be able to fit a 28mm motor. 3. Use a better color combination (green/orange is not).

Great job guys. I think they need to do scott a solid and make a un breakable plane for him. Glad to see HK still showing love to FT. Sorry to hear about your dad. Keep up the great work and hope to see horizon listen and get some stuff up for you guys.

Depends on the size of your ESC, on a 25A Turnigy Plush ESC I was using a 2200mAh 3s 25C, but it got a little hot, a 20C would have probably worked better. I've since upgrade to a 45A ESC so it doesnt get warm at all anymore.

Excellent. After numerous videos of the two(this being the best review), and seeing some of the modifications, I feel like its going to be the next in my hangar. Thanks for the reply.

i love how after roughly 10 seconds of running bixler is already out of breath :)

I ordered the Bixler 2 already but hobby king had shipping problems... Can't wait! :)

I miss the old stuff

My first bix 2 flight was "interesting" to say the least. All control surfaces were balanced, CG balanced, my servos were set to the right direction. When I put it up in the air, I found out 2 things: 1. My radio's dual rates are pretty high on stock 2. The bixler's elevator works a little too well I see it nosing down just a little, correct with elevator up slightly and the plane launches up like a rocket. Good thing the nose is pretty durable.....

Hi Josh and Josh, I missed seeing you at the NEAT fair. I thought you might have the BIX2 there. I was wearing the Flite Test jacket and Diane from Lasertoyz told me that you and she are friends. She also told me to say "hello". It would have been nice to see you both there but maybe next time, huh? Have you flown the 60" Fenix yet? God Bless You, Ron and Renee'

Get The AXN & a 2200mah batt, job done. Was new to flying, followed Bruce from XJET channel for the build video, easy! It flys great straight away, no messing about with CG, just put the battery in and fly. 10-15 seconds of throttle, then glide down, throttle & glide. Don't bother with rudder, just use Aileron & Elevetor, Bank & Yank as they say! Get a hot glue gun for the repairs of the hard landings, and thats it. Good luck.

Got my Bixler 2 coming in the mail. Pretty damn pumped. Thanks for the video guys, great as always.

You guys forgot the 1.1! Hobbyking fixed all those problems without the wingspan in that version. (Bolted on wings, clear canopy, and the same electronics!)

00:12 I love how Josh is skipping in the background LOL!

I love Josh's reaction!

Josh Scott, I have good news!!! My friend at the gliding club I go to brought a Domino RC plane and I said "that looks exactly like a bixler!" and he said " thats because its exactly the same!" Get one of these instead! (since i saw this video I have been calling it Scott :))

thanks guys and gals. constant source of entertainment and information. its great to see people having a good time and getting the info across. hate it when the huffandpufs start preaching instead of educating.

"...And apparently Hobbyking didn't think there was enough planes flying around with Josh's name on it so they made another one." hahahaha!

Congrats Bix

I flew for the first time today and had about 20 minutes on a simulator, flew it with ease even with a decent amount of wind!

Been so incredibly excited to finally get one. But because the warehouse is in Hong Kong I can't get it shipped here in Australia, quite annoying.

They both make great beginner birds. Bixler 1 would be a little easier to set up. Bixler 2 is real nice. Thats the route I would go... get a 2 and run it stock without flaps. Upgrade the motor and add flaps as you add gear and gain experience. One big tip for a beginner is paint. Paint the wing tips on top only, stripe the bottom side of wing near the center and paint the tail on all surfaces. Use a separate color for each. Practice orientation, and have FUN!

Make sure all of your control surfaces are going in the right direction before a maiden, I threw mine into the ground the first time because my elevator servo was reversed :(

The long screws to hold the wings can be hard to use I used two bike spokes. Slightly sharpen the thread end to guid in well and put a loop in the other end as a twist handle approx 3/8' loop. rods about 4" long. they thread in easily and are easy to have spares etc the loop should end flush in the hole at the bottom of fuselage ie they are just in the hole. These plus an extention for the ailerons (and flaps if used) makes a much easier assembly/ de assembly

Hey, Josh Scott, Maybe David designs a Heli-Scoptter for you. Or a Tri-Scoptter. I love your show guys, that*s to all of you! Btw: I also liked the "Who is..." so who is the rest of you? Chad, Peter...

Easy to fly, but it's the orientation that's tricky. When it's at you, aileron, rudder are reversed, but elevator is not.

Those first 30 seconds were the funniest

You guys should do a video on the multiplex easy star 2 and how to convert it into a hot liner using hobby king parts

Lol Josh is so exited for the plane 😂

I'm probably gonna buy this plane- I haven't flown since I was 16,.. I'm 47 now, so i'll need to give myself a refresher course B4 I go out and buy me an Airbus and crash it!! So, I think this Bixler2 would be a good one to stretch-out my muscles with ;-)

Sorry to hear about your dad.

Very nice. I have a Bixler 1 and it is by far my favorite easy flier. However, I'd say that this platform needs flaps like Josh Scott needs a weight loss program.. The original Bixler is soooo floaty that I have to fly that sucker into the ground just to get it down. What the B2 REALLY needs is spoilers to kill the lift as you are trying to land... which I guess could be done easily enough by simply reversing your flap servos. Pro-tip kids, reverse those flap servos!

Another idea, and this may be more likely than damaged battery cells (since you mentioned you were using a new battery). Your esc may be programmed with a very soft start mode. On my Turnigy plush 25amp esc, there are 3 settings for the start mode: normal, soft, and very soft. You probably need to reprogram your esc. What esc are you using?

:) Ordered the Bixler 2 RTF w/Landing gear last night!

I got mine two weeks ago, LOVE IT!! It flies great and great for FPV :-)

I was looking on hobbyking and I learned that they just released the Bixler 3! I really want you guys to review it so bad (partly to see Josh Scott's face).

If you happen to see this, I'm debating on either the bixler 2 or the zephyr v70. Obviously two very different setups. I noticed you have reviewed both and wondered which of the planes you enjoyed most. Thanks for any input and keep up the good work.

Lol I was just wondering when the Josh and Josh would review the Bixler 2 a half hour before they posted this

I even experience troubles w/ CF in models in LOS flying. Friends of mine have much less trouble in "short range" (up to 3 km) FPV w/ GF models than they experience with GF enforced models (both flying wings with the same FPV equipment). For me it's sure i'll always prefer GF over CF in flight models.

I don't know for sure, Probably David's Y copter, they use it for a lot of stuff.

I think the Bixler 1 is for me, although with a better motor prop/motor combo (more speed) the Bixler 2 may be good. Flitetest rocks, Hobbyking you need to make a Scott!

Got my bixler 2 siting and waiting for my FPV gear and uhf receiver, can't wait to fly.. Going to cut the mobius into the front of the plane

Ordered the Bixler2 from Hobbyking last week after reading a whole bunch of reviews, which were all positive. Planning on using it for FPV. Still on the fence about the GoPro or a complete FatShark system with camera...

I use low temp hot glue and it works fine on these planes. I believe you need Lo-temp so as not to damage the foam. Lo temp is foam safe hot glue. It is my opinion that hot glue is also best for at home repairs. In the field, I use foam safe gap filling CA glue and I keep a 4 oz bottle of CA accelerator spray to cure the CA glue instantly.