I think Velotric has been doing a heck of a job at putting out quality & performance. This Fold 1 is a slick foldable. I'm waiting for the Nomad 2😁 Wife loves the Discover 2.
Probably one of the best reviews I have seen on any e-bike! Our neighbor just bought a Velotric Discover...we seen it yesterday and ask him about it...we have been looking at folding e-bikes since we bought our Airstream in 2022...just haven't bought one yet...this might be the one!
We were sold on the Discovery 1 but after seeing this, I might reconsider . It would be nice to be able to load these in the back of the SUV instead of installing a receiver hitch. Great info to consider! Thanks for a thorough review!
Hi Scott, another GREAT review. I noticed that you have a mirror attached at the left grip. Is that installed into the end of the handlebar tube? If so, was there a removable plug in the left hand rubber grip or did you need to drill out the end of the rubber grip in order to install the mirror? THANKS in advance for your help!
Scott, Nice review! Seems like an excellent bike especially for that price. My only question was the folding pedals. Seems like a nice option when folded but my concern would be riding comfort.
My friend got it and sold it was far to small for him at 6.2ft say it was sized to someone max 5.11 his legs were near clipping his elbows and bars when turning
Hight quality video, very well done. I'm 6'2" and weigh 300lbs, do you think this bike would realistically hold my weight? The frame doesn't look big enough. I know is states a max load of 440lbs, but really?
I believe this bike would hold your weight no problem. They have their own factory and these frames have gone thru tons of testing. Now, frame size, that part I am not sure about. Maybe the Discover 1 would better suited for you. I did a review on that one as well and it is on sale. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-83uHs27eMmY.htmlsi=KR2pBe3_gQS2B7HE
@@scotthardesty Thanks for the reply. The reason I was considering the Fold 1 is because I need a bike I can carry up a flight of stairs to my apartment. Otherwise I would go with a larger bike.
@@heavyhitter8972 I don't know anything about the Lectric XP 3.0 to answer your question. The only way I could honestly do that was if I had reviewed and tested it.
Did you experience any Loss of the motor function I got one and sometimes the motor won’t respond and I’ll start slowly decreasing speed. Have to turn the unit off to get the motor to respond again.
I ordered the Fold 1 in blue but unfortunately they have no idea when it will be available in that color. I was also considering the Rad Expand 5 + if I have to wait too long for the Fold.
That should have been "I'm not pedaling without Power." Of course you can ride this bike without Pedal assist, I do it at the beginning of the road test. Good luck on your search.
I'm sorry Scott. I know nothing of the Ride1Up Portala. I can only comment on bikes that I have reviewed since I don't know how it rides or the features. Maybe someone will see your comment who has the Portala and respond.
Have you noticed a significant range reduction during cold winter weather in Chicago? I'm in Ohio and planning an insulated battery cover with some heat for the occasional winter ride. I'm considering repurposing some electric socks ... But those hand/foot warmer packets might be fine too since I don't ride often in the winter.
Oddly enough, the difference is minimal. I have done various cold weather distance tests on various ebikes and the total distance wasn't fluctuated more than 5-6 miles. I do ride all year long and the coldest I believe I have ridden was 19 degrees. Anything lower than that and I am taking the car.
I need an electric bike specifically *because* my city has a ton of hills in it, and a folding one because that's all that can fit in my house. Is the whole reason Im eyeing this one gonna be an issue for it?
I don't have my Sinch 2 anymore to compare the two. Here is what I did notice about the Fold compared to the Sinch. The braking feels great since the fold has hydrualic brakes. The fold also doesn't feel like a folding bike but the Sinch does. Now the Sinch feels like an extremely nice folding bike (love the tires on that thing) and I also think the Sinch is better looking but for the price and ride, I would have to go with the Fold.
Cannot find one for $999. The one I’m seeing is $1199? Have you tested the aipas F3 adventuren for $895 and you can use a discount code and save $30 my first E bike reading everything I can find still a hard decision
Lectric XP 3.0 comes with free 2nd battery, I dont know, this looks very good too. Ill wait for a better deal, hopfully with a free 2nd battery like Lectric
@@DM-fp8uw didn't get the deal when I saw it. my thinking is they are clearing inventory especially batteries. gonna hold off on purchase. would like to see an affordable full suspension ebike from Lectric or Velotric in the hope not so distant future
