Important Factors To Consider When Deciding On Which Ebike To Buy

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Watch this before you buy your new ebike! I cover the most important things you should be aware of before making your purchasing decision.
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@danjanvrin1563 2 года назад

Just wanted to mention Walmart has a bike rack with a 200lb capacity, Sub $150 currently. It's not the greatest rack, but it securely held my magicycle cruiser and another heavy cruiser for many many miles. So far so good with mine! Great video Russ thanks!!

@MikeB-jh1si 2 года назад

I’m a senior and just ordered a Magicycle cruiser step through. I hope it ships next week. I ordered a C9 gel seat from Amazon and the Magicycle mirrors. I watched most of your videos Russ, and made my choice after watching your videos and other senior eBike RU-vid channels. Thanks for all your help.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Hope you enjoy it!

@335alien335 2 года назад

I like my C9 seat, but be prepared to do a bit of "making it work" to get it to fit on the stock post. I squeezed the wires together under the seat with channelocks as I locked down the allen bolt. It'll do, but it's not a perfect fit.

@retnav92 2 года назад

@@335alien335 When searching for a replacement for the oem saddle that came on my ebike, I've read other reviews having to do that with the C9 saddle to get it to fit. I went with the Bikeroo for seniors, with the elastomer "springs".

@cprdude6122 2 года назад

Hi Russ, Really enjoying your channel. Some folks have commented on the level of your E bike understanding. This is my very rough and basic understanding of the current e-bike market demographic of buyers: High end e-bike consumers who are partial to 4K-18K mid motor bikes made by brands like Riese & Muller, Stromer, Gazelle, Specialized, Trek, & Giant and other high end branded manufacturers. Then there are the D2C(Direct to Consumer) bikes $500-$3900K like KBO, Aventon, RAD, etc. Finally, you have the custom builds with prices ranging all over the place depending on how custom and fancy you want your build. You can have a custom bike built with a top speed of 40+mph and plug and play motors and BMS boards as well as custom chain rings and even automatic transmissions. Your channel for the most part hits that D2C market, which is huge. It seems the "high end" buyers enjoy lighter weight, higher quality components, frame alloys/welds and the pride of "prestige" ownership. They don't really care about replacing $1,000+ batteries and BMC's because most likely they can afford it. Custom buyers remind me of old desktop computer builders who want what they want, at a cost / benefit ratio that makes them happy and a feeling of having a unique "one-off" bike. The vast majority of e-bike consumers I suspect are casual recreational users who don't want to spend more than 2K for an E-bike. This is the sweet spot for your channel and why the information you share is important for folks who walk into a Walmart or Costco to peruse an E-bike. Buying an e-bike can be a gamble, since quality control for ALL e-bikes irregardless of price can be challenging and frustrating. Some companies are great with support when the electronics fizzle, but some never answer their phone or email. However, E-bikes are a blast to ride and allow novice riders to explore venues they would never have thought about visiting. Good content, keep it real!

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

I think you have pretty much summed it up correctly. Some people are way into it, others not so much, others just want a basic bike to ride. There's no doubt that the mainstream consumers are going to look in the $1500 range (a little lower, a little higher) and the manufacturers cater to that a lot. Many of the reviews here on RU-vid are in these ranges, right? That has to tell you that the manufacturers know that this is the sweet spot. I never claimed to know all about ebikes, but I probably know a bit more than the average person. It's a learning process for all of us it seems. Thanks for your comment.

@CSIG1001 2 года назад

Just bought two gen3 stride 1798 delivered no tax. 899 ea

@Nemonurwingy 2 года назад

Love my folding ebike. I’m not in your target demo, one thing about my bike being a step over that it is difficult sometimes is when I have my son on a jump seat on the rear cargo rack. Gotta be careful not to hit him stepping over. I’m not an appearance person, lots of peoples problems with transport would be solved if they’d just get a minivan, which was my choice even before kids. It’s very nice to have tons of interior storage space without sacrificing much on fuel economy. I went with folding more for storing at my home than transport, I live in an old, garageless house, so it’s nice to be able to fold down, remove the battery and put it on a shelf in the shed.

@wbuttry1 2 года назад

I agree I am a mobile DJ on some weekends and have to carry equipment during the week a prison guard in MO dept of corrections.

@b.griffin317 Год назад

Some comments: 1. Folding bikes (at least of the lightweight kind) typically do not have an suspension. It can be retrofitted of course. Also folders tend to have more exposed wiring which is more prone to fraying. 2. Hydraulic brakes, AFAIK, don't allow you to flip the bike to work on it like you might be used to on a pedal bike. Since I don't own a bike with hydraulic brakes I cannot speak from experience but AFAIK you need one of those seat-post-clamping bike stands to do anything to your bike (which you should be doing daily or at least more than weekly). 3. Torque is read as Nm (newtom meters) and is not necessarily related to watts. A relatively low wattage motor can have more newtons of torque than a higher wattage motor. For hill climbing I would look to the newtons instead of watts of a motor.

@michaelwarren5646 2 года назад

I'm a senior older than you. I am in the market to get an Ebike. This video was Ebike 101 for me, along with the vid for seniors. I am able to make a more educated decision on a purchase. You are the most courtesy rider I have seen. The professional guy I got tired reading his reply. Russ, keep doing what you do for us. Thanks!

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Thanks. Glad to hear it is helpful.

@Rip1Outdoors 2 года назад

Russ I never knew Ebikes existed until recently I started seeing them in the RV Parks. I'm 63 and have difficulties with regular bikes so I thought I would try one. Had no idea what to buy but saw your videos and a few other tubers and ended up ordering the one you are riding the magicycle cruiser step thru. I ordered the step thru because I want to share it with my wife and daughter and I think they will be able to get on it better. I am sure I will be ordering a few more in the future. I didn't see the step thru as a girls bike. Paint it pink and put some frilly stuff on the handlebars and then maybe so. MC says will ship in early July. We'll see. I am 70 miles away from an official bike path so I will be riding down some semi abandoned country roads in the Stennis space center buffer zone in south Mississippi with hardly any traffic. Enjoy your videos and comment.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Thanks. I hope you used my link to get your bikes! 😊

@ArmandGirard 2 года назад

Hi Russ. Great video (as always). I just wanted to chime in about service. You said that local bike shops (LBS) usually don't repair mail order bikes. Some may repair standard components (like derailleurs, truing wheels, brakes, etc) since these are fairly common components and replacement parts are available. When it comes to the electronics of the bike (display, controller, battery, etc) most LBS won't repair those because they can't get parts. In addition, many LBS (like many other businesses) are having a hard time finding people to work and some only have enough capacity to take care of their customers. This is why I decided to buy from an LBS. I've always owned Trek bikes in the past because service is important to me. It's one more factor people have to take into consideration when deciding what brand to buy.

@AlfredEdwardNeuman 2 года назад

Me too Armand. I have a Trek Rail and Trek Allant, as I do not wish to be stuck troubleshooting these bikes. But wow they are a lot more expen$ive than what Russ has, so I can't blame anyone for going to the less $ 'Hub' bikes, plus they have a cool throttle which is good for some folks. I guess those are two more choices one has to consider.

@joeroscillo4015 2 года назад

Would like the portability of a folding bike, but really like the full size feel of my Himi Cruiser!......... Bike speed limits are guide lines!! Reckless riders can hit folks or dogs at 13-15 mph!! How safely we operate is more important!!

@NerdsWorldNYC 2 года назад

Also consider the weight,my Jetson Bolt Pro (refurbished)came two weeks ago. I'm 5"2 female and 120 pounds (55 years old),I wanted something not too expensive I case I decide just to get a regular bike. It's a bit heavy if you live in a house and have to take it up and down stairs to get it out of the garage (can't leave items like this in front of your garage...eye candy for thieves). So,after that test ride for about 45 minutes. I took the battery out...much lighter and I don't mind peddling use to ride my 12 speed when I was in high school all over the place. I ordered a racing seat because this seat is very uncomfortable,also going to replace the plastic peddles with light metal ones in a few weeks. Too hot and humid to be riding now so looking at September (Fall and cooler weather).

@sidewinderspiritweaver9405 Год назад

I wouldn't usually nitpick in comments like this anymore, but I'm compelled. There is a significant difference between riding on a street/road/highway etc, versus a bike/foot/dog path like this. One requires and asks that people maintain speeds and are relative to the others around them, so as to keep a flow that is less disrupted. One a pathway like this there is no real flow being required. On the other, there are all kinds of vehicles, but they generally keep similar speeds, besides for aggressive drivers I guess. So on the pathway, there speed limit is a literal limit, not a request to maintain that speed, in part because there are all sorts of variables. If it was the same for speed limit, everyone would have to maintain that flow and the speed limit would double as the requested maintained speed. :) all with love ofc :)

@russellrobinson3716 2 года назад

I am very fortunate that the bicycle shops in my area sell their e bikes at the same price as you can get them online. The advantage that I have with my purchase is that I get lifetime maintenance through this shop for as long as I own the bike. (This shop does this with all their bikes, not just e bikes.) Biking is becoming a major hobby and the different shops are being very competitive. Also, the shop I bought my bike gave me 30 days to ride the bike. If I didn't like the bike, I could take it back and trade for another bike. I only bring all of this up because as biking becomes more popular in your area, hopefully the bike shops will become more competitive.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Nice!

@paulrogers5844 Год назад

Thank you for the videos with I had watched before I bought cheap online ebike now I no what I want in ebike plus buying next one at local bike shop keep up the good videos Russ

@ltchinn8202 2 года назад

Hi, Russ: just wanted to add my 2 cents, re: step over and step through bikes. I'm a senior and that step over frame, which used to be called a "boy's bike" didn't seem to make sense, because that bar would be more "hurtful" to a boy's anatomy than to a girl's acoutrements. Thing is, my boyfriend who worked at a bike shop, back in the 70s, called this bar a "MIXTE" (pronounced: MIX-tee). He was not born before 1950, so he didn't know why this mixte was important. In days of yore, a gentleman courting a lady love, before the Model T Ford car was in existence, was a vehicle for a nice, tame, calm ride around the neighborhood, with maybe a picnic at a break. The lady would SIT on this mixte bar. It was not pleasurable for a lady to sit behind her date, straddling her legs. Just like in the old days where the female horse rider would sit side saddle.. I don't know the history of female horsemanship, but for the mixte and the date sitting on them, that was the reason for that bar, and for calling it a "boy's bike".

@davidwilcox5721 2 года назад

If you go on the Area 13 site, check out the Bolton P-61 Black Widow. A one of a kind build. Let me know what you think about it. You are the best reviewer on you U Tube. 👍

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

I don't see a model called the Black Widow on their site.

@willsmooth45 2 года назад

My Ariel rider should be here soon I can’t wait to put some videos out on it right now I have a senada saber but it’s a cheap bike nice for the money but not high performance like the grizzly YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR WITH AN E BIKE

@ismaelcruz3315 2 года назад

Thank you, Russ and you are not going to fast!

@cillaloves2fish688 2 года назад

Thx for all the tips Russ! Brand new sub here... I watched the other video for seniors first!! I'm 58 today... Getting up there, got a bad left knee too, thinking of getting a knee replacement but haven't yet, I was also recently diagnosed as a type 2 diabetic (last May). Need to exercise more now, pondering over buying an e-bike just to get me outside more often... which would eventually mean more exercise than I do now! LOL!!

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Watch the knee videos on my channel. There are over 200 of them!

@tom95521 2 года назад

I bought a RadCity 4 high step because I'm near the maximum height/inseam and I think the seat post has stronger support due to higher bracing.

@gregoryaashley 2 года назад

Russ, great video! It is extremely informative and you explain things in a way that is very easy to understand. I found your channel after I had already ordered my Magicycle Cruiser. Prior to that, I spent many hours watching lots of videos, but none were nearly as complete or clear this one. My Magicycle hasn’t arrived yet (ships this week), but your video helps me feel confident that I made the right decision. After watching this video, I do think that it is likely that I will upgrade the brakes to hydraulic, too.

@kimgrod 2 года назад

Be interesting to know if the people calling you out for speeding on a bike path follow similar rules when driving a car, i.e. they don't exceed the maximum posted speed limits. My pet peeves when bike riding are dog owners that either don't have the dog on a leash and they're supposed to or they have the leash extended so far it's a tripwire.

@wbuttry1 2 года назад

the conversion kits for regular bikes is about 600 500 watt motor 14ah 36 volt or 48 volt lipo I have a mtn bike by diamond back and it is a 26x1.95 and I love it getting ready to up the power cause I love off roading with it grvel sand and just plain dirt roads thinking minumum 1500 watts and a 20ah 52volt lipo max 3000 watts and 20ah 72volt lipo.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Russ is never wrong... he's just sometimes incorrect! Get it right! :) Back to business... yes, you can convert, of course! But you do need to know what you are doing. Sometimes people don't and that's where the issues can come up. Carry on.

@anthonyofarrell513 2 года назад

Folding ebikes are great for anyone with limited space, like a small apartment, it's a pretty big market.

@ggebhard1 2 года назад

I don’t think you need to justify your not completely stopping or going a little over the speed limit, anymore. You’ve explained yourself very politely, more often than you need to. People are no longer brought up with common sense.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Well, there are always new subscribers that don’t know why I do what I do… but yes… a bit of common sense would be nice. 😊

@HawgRiderBC 2 года назад

Hey Russ, I'm glad I watched your video before I bought my e-bike because you convinced me to get a step through model (Envo ST). Even with the step through, I've had several close "almost crashes" that would have been crashes for sure if I had bought the model I originally planned to buy (Envo D35).

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Glad you stayed safe!

@diegan23 Год назад

I just bought a Magicycle Cruiser Pro and am interested in some of your accessories. I thought the bike came with a bell. I particularly like your cell phone holder. I think I saw you talk about mounting a t-bar extension on your handle bar. I too think a left handle bar mirror is a great idea. Love your videos.

@RussIsRight Год назад

Check out the accessories I suggest on my new blogspot site here.... and thanks for watching! russisright.blogspot.com

@microwave9099 2 года назад

Keep them info vids. coming, next ebike I want is a mid drive, the one I have is a Rattan LF 750w

@antscape 2 года назад

Engwe just came out with a full size folding bike, seat and handle bars look awesome not like most of the folding bikes you see.

@steveowens398 2 года назад

Hi Russ - I'm wondering if you can address some adjusted riding styles for a heavier bike. I used to ride motorcycles, and learned early on that you applied the rear brake first during a fast stop, to avoid rotating over the handlebars if you clamped down on the front brake only. The weight of your ebikes and the speeds they are capable of might put an ebike rider in the same situation, especially downhill. On another note, as these vehicles can weigh as much as (maybe more than?) 70 pounds, should older riders consider simpler (and thus hopefully lighter) ebikes in the event that they run out of battery power and have to pedal home on legs alone? I am 70 and still ride a non-electric comfort bike a few thousand miles per year, but expect I will be looking for an ebike in the next several years so I can continue riding the local trails.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

This is a good topic. I will try to cover it on a future video (I'm about a week ahead of when you guys see it though. But to answer your question here, yes, I tend to be sure the rear brake "feathers" the stop and then apply the front to finalize the stop. I feel the front has more ability to stop but if you hit it hard, you could go flying over the handlebar. As for the weight of the bikes, it is hard for many to deal with and as we get older, it seems even harder. But I tend to like the weight of the bikes right now as I ride faster. Not sure I'd feel as confident riding fast on a lighter weight bike. But if the battery were to die, yes, it would be really hard getting home by having to pedal it all the way back. I always feel you need your phone with you to call for someone to pick you up if that were to happen.

@steveowens398 2 года назад

@@RussIsRight Good point! I don't like to be permanently attached to my phone but I never go riding without it.

@Docinaplane 2 года назад

When I drive, if I go over the speed limit, I immediately go to the closest police station and turn myself in. I expect the same from you :-)

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Ha! I'd ask for "professional courtesy" being a former law enforcement personnel. (Just kidding)...

@Docinaplane 2 года назад

@@RussIsRight Always enjoy your videos, friend!

@willsmooth45 2 года назад

The Ariel rider grizzly or sur ron is perfect for everyone

@ginacardarella Год назад

Thank you for this information

@sleepingbearffg5008 2 года назад

My ebike is the coolest one on block. 100 miles range. All lights. Bags.. 46mph and stereo.. only one in world... love it! Can hang or pass cars. Should see faces when I pass. It's a big bike too. 46 mph big is better. Lol

@drjmun2022 Год назад

Excellent episode.

@kevinnashskitchen3517 2 года назад

I think I like the CAB Motorworks Recon. I'm not interested in exercise.. It has pedals and can just about replace a 250 cc motorcycle for 6 hours of joy riding.👍 you can lay an e bike down in the bed of a truck.. Get a ramp to drive it up into the bed or put it in a van. And yes.. 150 to 180 lbs you can easily put on a rack carrier for a dirt bike .. Since most dirt bikes weigh over 200 lbs. Most all cars you can get some rack welded or mounted on the rear to carry a 150 to 200 lb bike or scooter. Built in ramp also. Couple 2X 6 wood planks to walk a bike up into a van or truck bed.

@jameswork855 2 года назад

Really like your videos. My wife complains about how long they are and it keeps her up since I watch them at night. How about 30 minute max! Also, I went to Niles West as well!

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Well, I tend to just keep them going when I am on a roll. Some like them long, others do not. Oh well.

@retnav92 2 года назад

When they're long videos, I hit the pause button and go back to it later. Actually took me almost 3 days to watch this one. 😳 😎

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Yes, RU-vid picks up where you left off.

@retnav92 2 года назад

@@RussIsRight 👍 Highly convenient feature. Can't be sitting around watching videos all day. We've got stuff to do, like ride our bikes. 🙂

@carriebartkowiak 2 года назад

You can speed up the video to 1.5 or even 1.75 speed and still clearly understand what he's saying.

@kevinnashskitchen3517 2 года назад

My bike has front brakes that will flip me over the handlebars and they are not disc brakes.. Just old school caliper nylon 😂

@retnav92 2 года назад

The vehicle speed limit is 15mph on the road at the local park I ride. It is predominately hilly there. Heck, I "break the law" everytime I coast (no pedaling/no throttle) down a couple of the hills. I normally hit 19-21mph coasting down those hills, and that includes feathering the brakes some. 20mph would be a better posted speed limit.

@retnav92 2 года назад

Russ, hate to disagree with you, but if you go to Walmart and take a look at the bike section, there are definitely bikes designed for boys and girls. I would consider the current ebike designs of step-thru and step-over as hybrids possibly. I bought the RadExpand5 for my 15yo grandson, and when we rec'd the RE5 I asked if he thought it looked like a girls bike. He said no it didn't. He said it reminded him of how mopeds look. Now, I have the RadRover5 step-over, and I bought it instead of the step-thru version because I personally wanted a "boys" bike. I'm pushing 69yo, so things could change in the future if I'm no longer able to get my leg over that step-over bar. Just my Saturday morning two cents worth. 😎👍

@wbuttry1 2 года назад

I agree but me honestly a bike is a bike to me I would love to have a older girls bike to convert to electric. That would be awesome to ride.

@retnav92 2 года назад

@@wbuttry1 You could probably find one (old-style girls bike) at yard sales, or a flea market. 👍

@cprdude6122 2 года назад

True

@Shelle200 Год назад

Lol wish I saw this before I ordered my ebike, I just ordered one from Walmart hiland mid motor lamassu 12 it was only 549 and I just had to get it. Now I'm worried about the gears

@bpatton3671 2 года назад

Russ - you need to search for an Ebike called the Yamee XL, it’s a fat tire folding Ebike, I think it would be a good one for you to review!

@MikeDPV01 2 года назад

Another interesting video. Thanks. So we've been in touch, but now looking at Ocelot. Any opinion, Russ?

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Thanks. I predict the Magicycle Oscelot Pro will be a huge hit for Magicycle. Essentially, it is a 20" wheel version of their Cruiser Pro and it is a true step thru bike. Those who want a larger 26" x 4" fat tire bike will want the Cruiser Pro, but anyone who wants a true step thru and maybe also who might not be as tall will want the Oscelot Pro. I will be getting a review sample in time when they are finally able to ship in the USA. I've heard that Canada may be getting theirs before the USA. Canada has a bit more restrictions there for motor wattages than the USA though.

@htcthunderbolt 2 года назад

if anyone comments about your speed, lets take a fine tooth comb thru what they do, better not be breaking any laws if you care about his speed so much.

@goldbearbunny4787 2 года назад

how many miles was your ride for the video. I find your videos very helpful getting my 3rd new ebike in the last two months but finally discovering what's going to work for me 😊

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

I have no idea. I didn't look at the odometer or trip meter. Each time around is around 3 miles. I suppose you could count how many times I road around? Ha!

@ggebhard1 2 года назад

Best video, yet!

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Thanks!

@Marilynlovesebiking 2 года назад

Oh, a subject, how much are ebikes put together when you get an ebike through the mail? We have both, a bike from online and one I bought at a bike shop. My husband was able to put the online bike together. I think putting on the fenders and rack was the hardest part! I enjoyed this video. I learned a lot. (About mid drive vs hub motors) Thanks.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

It seems the bikes just require you to install the front wheel, adjust the front brake, install the handlebar, pedals, display screen, fenders and rear rack, saddle and seat post and battery.

@retnav92 2 года назад

@@RussIsRight So, pretty much everything, except the rear wheel, kickstand, brake levers, and gear shift. 😉

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

@@retnav92 Hahaha! Yup. No, really, it's not that hard. I can do most bikes now in under an hour.

@retnav92 2 года назад

@@RussIsRight Yep. Now that I've done two (RR5 & RE5), it's fairly quick. Completely removing the rear tire has become second nature also, mostly due to grandson having a few flats now, lol.

@shelf1244 2 года назад

Hi Russ - Do you have an opinion regarding noseless bike seats vs. the traditional style?

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

I never tried a noiseless saddle,but my Bikeroo saddle has a shorter nose. I think I would miss a nose on the saddle. I think it would make me feel like I could slip forward too easily. That’s just a guess though.

@rjahn3000 2 года назад

Thanks Russ. Is it feasible to remove the front wheel on a bike like you are riding and get it into the back of my Chevrolet Equinox. We travel full time in a Motorhome tow an Equinox and I want to keep it out of the weather. I want to avoid a rack and would prefer a non-folding bike.

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Hard to say since I don’t have your car. Maybe someone else will chime in here to help. But you can take the front wheel off with the quick release.

@BeatsAndGuitars 2 года назад

The original design for a “girls” bike was meant for long dresses or skirts. The high bar pulls a dress or skirt making difficult and uncomfortable to ride. So for someone that may occasionally wear dresses or skirts (usually girls) the step through is the way to go.

@wbuttry1 2 года назад

I don't know I see a lot of guys doing dresses now lol

@Freedom_eRider 2 года назад

Interesting! I didn't know that.

@allanflippin2453 2 года назад

Haters gonna hate :D Ride on bro! :)

@pepe_rencurrell Год назад

I love your very informative videos, Russ, because I am 69 years old and weigh 350 lbs. I want to buy the Lectric XP Step Thru 3.0 bike because it's smaller in size. I'm worried that if I fall, I could break my hip or something worse. Do you think, Russ, I should just say forget it and just walk? I'm worried because of my weight and age. What do you think?

@RussIsRight Год назад

Well, I honestly can't say yes or no in this case because if I say yes and you get hurt, I wouldn't want that. On the other hand, if I say no and you are able to do it, then I've stopped you from enjoying biking. So, I'm going to say, you must know yourself and your abilities and decide for yourself. Just know that falling is in fact something that could happen and most likely will happen sometime during your time with ebikes. My most recent video of today talks about falling issues. Many people have commented on it too. You might want to read the comments on today's video. Also, your weight exceeds the 330 lb recommended weight limit of the XP 3.0. So, that's something also to consider. There are some bikes that allow up to 400 lbs, but remember that these bikes are heavier too and more costly. My Himiway Zebra will handle up to 400 lbs, but it's a very heavy bike that makes it harder to ride at times. Good luck with your decision. You need to do what you feel is best for you.

@ClarkBarr-xu4om Год назад

Where do you look for places to repair E-Bike? Do normal bike shops repair E-Bikes?

@RussIsRight Год назад

Some do, many do not if they don’t sell the bike to you. Try REI. They repair bikes they do not sell.

@RussOniPhone 2 года назад

Hey Russ can you show your front basket in a video just so I can see what you have as a liner, is that the one from RadRover?

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

No liner. Both the Rad and Magicycle baskets have bamboo wooden bottoms that the metal holds. While these two baskets look the same they don’t fit the other brand’s bike frame. Look on either brand’s website and you’ll see the bottoms.

@RussOniPhone 2 года назад

@@RussIsRight thanks Russ looking again on your video I could see you don’t have a liner. I’m waiting for the RadRover liner to come back in stock.

@davidkapp1244 Год назад

Ok now the reason the step threw bike was called a girl's bike because girl's use to wear dresses or skirts. And couldn't swing their leg over the seat. Now most girl's don't wear dresses unless they are Amish, and if you check the Amish girls do ride stop threw bikes.

@debbiecole1090 2 года назад

Have you looked at Vtuvia sf20 step thru?

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

I have not.

@Aspire2Cycle 2 года назад

Wacky Tobaccy! The smell is something you just know if you don't smoke it!

@willsmooth45 2 года назад

Riding e bikes and smoking whacky tobaccy is my favorite past time

@Aspire2Cycle 2 года назад

@@willsmooth45 Both at the same time? 🤣

@ntfriz12 2 года назад

Russ, let’s get to bike and equipment reviews rather than rehash the same topics of stop signs, etc! Thanks

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

Yup

@DaveMathison503 2 года назад

You ride too fast on the shared trails / path as looking at the people you encounter have a negative expression in body language or facial expression.

@corykayhoe1033 2 года назад

Who are u to judge do u even ride a e-bike or are u just a hater??, when I'm riding my e-bike on shared path at the slowest speed possible people still react that way over half of them have earbuds in and can't hear anyone coming behind them , shared paths are just that shared

@RussIsRight 2 года назад

How are you able to see people’s expressions when I am “going too fast”? I must be passing so quickly that it would be hard to see expressions. Besides, I often see people who wave hi to me and smile and say good morning.

@AussieAliner 2 года назад

Just a typical troll, I bet Joe Schmo is not even your real name

@tom95521 2 года назад

I think the GoPro wide angle video makes it look like he is riding faster than the actual speed.

@ScottX507 2 года назад

His speed is fine for a shared trail, as they are designed for 18mph. Most of the time he was around 15mph. You don't think a guy riding by, appearing to be "talking to himself" would get the looks?