I really dig this content. Your skills as a content creator with TBN really shines in this side project. When I was a kid, I was into fishing and freestyle biking, then mountain bikes.. Wanted to be a mechanic and started building my dream VW gti. Now mid life, got back into fishing and building TB, has nothing to do with working on high end German cars. Life goes full circle, we visit who we are as a core, even tho we are older. I learned roof racks and off road bikes leaves your car dirt covered, lol. Good work, keep it up, God Bless.
That things a beast, spec sheet is killer and very sharply priced. Its a DH shuttle sled so if your an aggressive rider looking for a bit more than a 170 travel bike this is the one.
Budget? still five times the price of my car, and triple the price of my intense tracer 275, and you have to charge it up and its not possible to ride 6 hours on it non stop.
Well, you have to compare this bike to its general competitors to see the value. E-mountain bikes are much different from E-motorcycles or even standard recreational E-bikes.
I'm obsess with Trek bikes, my brain and eyes seems to completely ignore anything that isn't a Trek, but that IS quite a cool bike, and as mention before coming from me, that's quite the praise
Ordered the HC5 after stumbling upon this video. Pretty excited as 1st e-mtb. What put me off before were the prices if I wanted Factory Fox suspension.
@@CrushedEMTB well it's turned into a bit of a nightmare. The battery has fallen out twice on not very rough trails. 2 out of 3 rides. The weird thing is the locking key cannot be removed unless it's actually locked so not human error. And when it is locked I can't pull it out by hand so it feels fairly solid.
Wow Mike, you really have a good collection of amazing bikes now, and they don’t take up as much space as boats lol I Love your new adventure brother ❤
6k is just crazy to me. I like the bike though. I paid $2,647( this was with a 30% off summer sale deal) with some add ons for my nireeka revenant 1000 that shows up tomorrow and for the options, looks, and having a carbon fiber frame its the best I could find for the money. Nireeka just had a rough start with customer service issues but they are improving a lot now. I just ordered my bike on the 17th. I would check them out for the money. However, it is a rear hub motor but still performs well from what I have seen.
@@CrushedEMTB Maybe, but it’s also half the cost for quality parts, full carbon fiber and full suspension, with a 1000w motor. Maybe you should test one in a review video to see what it can do.
You mentioned the 360 curious if you're using the X3 or X4, chest mount or chin bar? Also front facing or 360? Be careful messing with that chain while the bike is on, good way to lose a finger.
I’ve been into high performance electric RC aircraft, cars, and flashlights for two decades. I routinely use the same battery cells and the same types of motors used in these e-mtb’s….these things are VERY overpriced. For example I could build the battery packs for a fraction of the price that these companies are charging for them, and that’s without any volume discounts that they should be getting. A top of the line motor and speed control that is capable of putting out this level of power can easily be had for about $700 cdn…and go down from there. An e bike should be $1000 more than its non-e version…max.
Well, if what you say is true then you should start a business and start doing this. You would immediately break the market and come on top. My guess is that you probably are wrong and there’s theory failure somewhere.
I got one of the blue and white bikes, I have never slid out as much in my life, the front end washes out. I rode for about 15 years without much of a fall when I got the bike I crashed like 7 times and it was all about the sliding out, the front just scoops out for underneath me. I hate this bike!
@@Stockfish1511 a full carbon rail is fast, but the short answer is yes. I have a Trek Rail also that I upgraded fully to the max, and it’s now my Alternate bike because this one operates so well. But it’s also my style of riding.
6 grand wouldn't call it budget sub 2k for 6k there 8s a wide range of options from surron like b8kes or named MX bikes even a mid moto conversion to a manual b8ke can be a budget option to
Those aren’t e-mountain bikes. Surrons and super 73s are not class 1 e-mountain bikes and actually illegal on the trail. They will also perform like shit in most cases on a true mountain bike trail. It’s about geometry and application when it comes to mountain biking this is actually an extremely good price for a high-end mountain bike.
Have you had issues with the battery coming loose from the inside where the key locks it in place? Just picked one up a month ago. Please keep making content on this bike!
Second Comment Mike what camera are you using and the mount holding it,could you provide links also even for the bikes unless that’s not your goal with the new channel
Would love some info .deciding on this bike and a yt decoy .other than the dropper post have you had any problems ?is it nimble ?headset and battery cover been good ?what are your thoughts on it
@@broncos_8964 just picked this exact bike up 2 days ago. Yesterday the cover and battery completely fell out. The security key wasn't locked in from the dealer. Got everything already replaced and now I just put a spare tube holder around the cover to make sure it stays in.
I don’t like the Shimano EP801 controller cables because they have to be ran along the handlebar and they’re small. But if you tape them, they’re out of sight.
Yeah, no. I currently have no relation with husky or anyone else. + the turbo levo models have much less and componentry for the same amount of money. The components on the husk are more comparable to the $11,000 levo.
@@CrushedEMTB it's still not a budget priced bike though, it's a mid range priced bike. You have bikes that are 11-15k then you have bikes around 4-5 k then you have budget bikes around 2k.
If this is budget I wish I had your money lmao. I got a lot of expensive toys but approaching 5k isn’t budget. Thats motorcycle budget not e-bike budget. Budget ebike is 1800-2500 or less to most consumers I know. Most people with budget ebike around my area spend 1k or less and are hesitant at that
So, it seems you do have "my money," you just value different things. An ebike is not the same thing as an EMTB. Try to ride one of those 1800.00 ebikes down the same trail I just rode this one down. It won't even make it half-way.
Yeah right out the whole first of all 6000... That is nowhere near budget friendly... Secondly and probably the most important thing... Husqvarna.... Everything I've ever bought from them has never lasted a year... Usually within the first few months I have problems.... There is no way in hell I would trust their brand recognition for a $6,000 purchase... I hear people talk good about Husqvarna... I have given that brand multiple do-overs.... And still always a fail... Matter of fact this gives me an idea to go buy a little stock in their company just so I can sell it here soon... Because after a few you people that think 6,000 is budget-friendly by this thing.... And raise that stock value a little bit... I'm going to win.... And then all your bikes are going to start falling apart and stock going to plummet
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I really dig this content. Your skills as a content creator with TBN really shines in this side project. When I was a kid, I was into fishing and freestyle biking, then mountain bikes.. Wanted to be a mechanic and started building my dream VW gti. Now mid life, got back into fishing and building TB, has nothing to do with working on high end German cars. Life goes full circle, we visit who we are as a core, even tho we are older. I learned roof racks and off road bikes leaves your car dirt covered, lol. Good work, keep it up, God Bless.
@@BernPisarcikJr Thanks for stopping by!
That things a beast, spec sheet is killer and very sharply priced. Its a DH shuttle sled so if your an aggressive rider looking for a bit more than a 170 travel bike this is the one.
Budget? still five times the price of my car, and triple the price of my intense tracer 275, and you have to charge it up and its not possible to ride 6 hours on it non stop.
Go for hardtail little bit cheeper
If you ride it in eco, it will go for that long non-stop.
@@CrushedEMTB that i did not know, cheers!
Man that was some recovery half way down…….respect man
How is $6000 budget friendly for a bike? Ridiculous. They can keep it.
Well, you have to compare this bike to its general competitors to see the value. E-mountain bikes are much different from E-motorcycles or even standard recreational E-bikes.
Clearly you haven’t shopped around for an e bike. If you had, you’d understand why this is a budget e bike.
@@ZMan3k It will be a long time before I do shop for an ebike if $6k is "affordable".
@@ZMan3k i wouldnt say budget.. mid range perhaps
Budget is not the word(s). "Great Value" is...The spec for the price is really good.
Sorry but this is not cheap. I have bought used 690cc dirt bikes for less with Brembo brakes etc.
Were comparing apples to oranges
I'm obsess with Trek bikes, my brain and eyes seems to completely ignore anything that isn't a Trek, but that IS quite a cool bike, and as mention before coming from me, that's quite the praise
I have a TREK RAIL. It’s not better than this.
Never used a manual sram drivetrain, WTAF now that speaks volumes..
To what?
Awesome to see you at Sarah Park! That is e-bike Heaven 🎉😎👍
Ordered the HC5 after stumbling upon this video. Pretty excited as 1st e-mtb. What put me off before were the prices if I wanted Factory Fox suspension.
The grip 2 dampening and Kashima coating are worth it
@@CrushedEMTB well it's turned into a bit of a nightmare. The battery has fallen out twice on not very rough trails. 2 out of 3 rides. The weird thing is the locking key cannot be removed unless it's actually locked so not human error. And when it is locked I can't pull it out by hand so it feels fairly solid.
Sussed it out. I just noticed the battery cover locking mechanism needs to slide down before you put the cover on to fully hold the battery in place.
How in the hell am I just finding out that you’re into MTB too 🤯 just subbed to this channel too
@@andiiramii2775 Sweet!
Fantastic choice of components for the price package too!
@@JamesRobertMTB exactly! I can’t think of any other bike that has accomplished this (they’re probably are. I just haven’t seen them).
Wow Mike, you really have a good collection of amazing bikes now, and they don’t take up as much space as boats lol I Love your new adventure brother ❤
Thanks for stopping by!
6k is just crazy to me. I like the bike though. I paid $2,647( this was with a 30% off summer sale deal) with some add ons for my nireeka revenant 1000 that shows up tomorrow and for the options, looks, and having a carbon fiber frame its the best I could find for the money. Nireeka just had a rough start with customer service issues but they are improving a lot now. I just ordered my bike on the 17th. I would check them out for the money. However, it is a rear hub motor but still performs well from what I have seen.
That bike in no way compares to this. It can't take near the abuse.
@@CrushedEMTB Maybe, but it’s also half the cost for quality parts, full carbon fiber and full suspension, with a 1000w motor. Maybe you should test one in a review video to see what it can do.
Carbon fiber seems like a bad idea for MTN bike?
It probably will be more popular that gasgas attempt
Maybe their ECA line, but the ECC line smokes this thing.
You mentioned the 360 curious if you're using the X3 or X4, chest mount or chin bar? Also front facing or 360? Be careful messing with that chain while the bike is on, good way to lose a finger.
9:35 A A A! Go Pinion 👌
That entire motor is obnoxiously loud.
I’ve been into high performance electric RC aircraft, cars, and flashlights for two decades. I routinely use the same battery cells and the same types of motors used in these e-mtb’s….these things are VERY overpriced. For example I could build the battery packs for a fraction of the price that these companies are charging for them, and that’s without any volume discounts that they should be getting. A top of the line motor and speed control that is capable of putting out this level of power can easily be had for about $700 cdn…and go down from there. An e bike should be $1000 more than its non-e version…max.
Well, if what you say is true then you should start a business and start doing this. You would immediately break the market and come on top. My guess is that you probably are wrong and there’s theory failure somewhere.
I built my own with a used specialized stump jumper and 750w mid drive, 52v 20ah battery, I'm about $1500 US into it.
I got one of the blue and white bikes, I have never slid out as much in my life, the front end washes out. I rode for about 15 years without much of a fall when I got the bike I crashed like 7 times and it was all about the sliding out, the front just scoops out for underneath me. I hate this bike!
Lower your fork pressure and switch the tire to 2.6. Your opinion will change immediately.
I found the same thing. Do not like those tires at all. Swapped it out for my trusty high roller/dhf combo and have 0 problems now!
Great bike but I got a tractor with the same name, it's a 22 HP & I only paid half the price 😮
Yeah but that tractor is not fun to ride.
Hello apart from the boost mode what other modes are there?
And what is the torque?
Eco, trail & boost. 85 of torque, I believe.
I recently got Gen 4 Trek rail 9.8 gx. Its an absolute animal. Is this better than rail?
@@Stockfish1511 a full carbon rail is fast, but the short answer is yes. I have a Trek Rail also that I upgraded fully to the max, and it’s now my Alternate bike because this one operates so well. But it’s also my style of riding.
what did the Husq. do better ?
when is assist on and off ?
6 grand wouldn't call it budget sub 2k for 6k there 8s a wide range of options from surron like b8kes or named MX bikes even a mid moto conversion to a manual b8ke can be a budget option to
Those aren’t e-mountain bikes. Surrons and super 73s are not class 1 e-mountain bikes and actually illegal on the trail. They will also perform like shit in most cases on a true mountain bike trail. It’s about geometry and application when it comes to mountain biking this is actually an extremely good price for a high-end mountain bike.
@@CrushedEMTBit's not budget so you are talking out your ass bro
The leaf blower of e bikes
I don’t get it
Have you had issues with the battery coming loose from the inside where the key locks it in place? Just picked one up a month ago. Please keep making content on this bike!
I have a video coming out about it
Second Comment Mike what camera are you using and the mount holding it,could you provide links also even for the bikes unless that’s not your goal with the new channel
Hey! This is the link to the camera. www.insta360.com/sal/x4?INRMD00. I’m using a testelin neck mount.
@@CrushedEMTB thank you Mike
£4600 here in the UK...And yeah,for the spec its a good price.Pitty its ugly as F^%$...Ha!!
@@fudganuld I think it looks pretty dope. That’s half the reason I bought it. I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Would love some info .deciding on this bike and a yt decoy .other than the dropper post have you had any problems ?is it nimble ?headset and battery cover been good ?what are your thoughts on it
@@broncos_8964 I changed the front tire out to 2.6 and it’s the best bike I’ve ridden so far
@@CrushedEMTB any problems with the battery door falling off
@@broncos_8964 no I heard about it but if you give the Allen screw a quarter turn after tighten down with your fingers, it doesn’t fall out
@@CrushedEMTB awesome thanks for the info hopefully you come out with another video soon
@@broncos_8964 just picked this exact bike up 2 days ago. Yesterday the cover and battery completely fell out. The security key wasn't locked in from the dealer. Got everything already replaced and now I just put a spare tube holder around the cover to make sure it stays in.
Great video and riding skills but it would be so much better without the music 😅 I know, you can't please us all 🤣
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Yeah game over: IT'S $6000 FFS! Rather get a Pivot or something worthy at that price lol
@@user-ud5xw8ox8g this comment is fail of the year
Hows the cable routine in the long run?
I don’t like the Shimano EP801 controller cables because they have to be ran along the handlebar and they’re small. But if you tape them, they’re out of sight.
WTF you on about budget? It's priced right up there with a specialized turbo levo.
I guess you are getting a kick backs from husky.
Yeah, no. I currently have no relation with husky or anyone else. + the turbo levo models have much less and componentry for the same amount of money. The components on the husk are more comparable to the $11,000 levo.
@@CrushedEMTB it's still not a budget priced bike though, it's a mid range priced bike. You have bikes that are 11-15k then you have bikes around 4-5 k then you have budget bikes around 2k.
@@CrushedEMTBits got way more high valuable components then the levo, i own the levo alloy and it comes with very bad components for £5000 in uk!
It's still $6600. It's not surprisingly cheap at all man.
You have to know mountain bikes to understand
What was bent or damaged?
@@tonym6633 my crank and pedal
Sick bike man. I have a similar bike by Canyon the torque on e. How much is this one
Was 6500 out the door, I think. The HC4 is 5500
Gasgas will do the same for $3k
Lmao, 8500 CDN. I'll never pay more for a bike than I paid for my last car.
Want more asses kn bicycle seats, make them reasonably priced.
Ridiculous.
Broky life. Should’ve joined the war room.
@@CrushedEMTByou really are an asshat
If this is budget I wish I had your money lmao. I got a lot of expensive toys but approaching 5k isn’t budget. Thats motorcycle budget not e-bike budget. Budget ebike is 1800-2500 or less to most consumers I know. Most people with budget ebike around my area spend 1k or less and are hesitant at that
So, it seems you do have "my money," you just value different things. An ebike is not the same thing as an EMTB. Try to ride one of those 1800.00 ebikes down the same trail I just rode this one down. It won't even make it half-way.
What full suspension e bikes with fox factory suspension is 1k? Or even 2k?
@@RichardM479 to me a bike that comes with fox shocks is likely not a budget bike all together because the price is gonna be 5k which isn’t budget.
Where you riding?
Flagstaff
the derailleur or pinion ? 2025
Pinion MGU is a long way from becoming the standard
Who can realy afford this
£4,599 in uk
What are you doing ? Thats no boat.
A man can dream
It's NOT A BUDGET BIKE SOUTH AFRICA I CAN PROMOISE YOU THAT .
😢😢😢😢
Yeah right out the whole first of all 6000...
That is nowhere near budget friendly...
Secondly and probably the most important thing...
Husqvarna.... Everything I've ever bought from them has never lasted a year... Usually within the first few months I have problems....
There is no way in hell I would trust their brand recognition for a $6,000 purchase...
I hear people talk good about Husqvarna... I have given that brand multiple do-overs....
And still always a fail...
Matter of fact this gives me an idea to go buy a little stock in their company just so I can sell it here soon...
Because after a few you people that think 6,000 is budget-friendly by this thing.... And raise that stock value a little bit...
I'm going to win....
And then all your bikes are going to start falling apart and stock going to plummet
Thanks for the investment advice!
A fatter front tire will climb out of rutts better.
@@edwardclark3980 I actually put a 2.6 on there and love it
Budget, lol... \m/
eMTB should be forbidden to use under an age of 65 :===
Life's short, don't be a karen.
You can keep your 6000$ "budget" bike made by the chainsaw company lmao
They also make motorcycles