I do both. I'm a former marathoner who pedals out of instinct, but in group rides I throttle because it's easier to keep with the ever changing pace. Having 80 miles of throttle-only range spoils me though 😉
I am disabled, and the only reason I got an ebike is so I could ride it without pedaling. I got an ebike with a stepthrough frame (because I cannot get my leg over the top bar on a regular frame) and about a 25 mile no pedal range, which allows me to go on long slow evening rides through residential areas and a long bike path beside a canal, at speeds at or below 10 mph. It has normal 26"x2.125 tires so I can fix a flat if necessary.
@@geraldscott4302 electric tricycles have become a favorite of mine. I set up the back with two little seats for my girls and a trailer for towing anything. I love it. I'm already looking into upgrading to a different drivetrain running 72volts. Should be really enjoyable
The only real problem I see with it is the tube type tires. I have had several "homebuilt" 2 stroke gas powered bikes, and one ebike, all of which had standard bicycle size 26" tires. I've had a lot of flats on them. It is not difficult to fix a flat with bicycle sized tires, but I can see it being a serious issue with motorcycle sized tires. I can just see myself getting stranded somewhere on that thing. You would think for the price they could have used tubeless tires, or at least have put a centerstand on it to hold it up while removing the wheels.
the tires on thsi bike, in the style of an old mini bike, will flat very little in normal use, because unlike your old homebuilt bike, they have the ability to soak up bumps without pinching on the frame. Your old bike was possibly overloaded also. It's not the tube, it's the wheel and tire selection. There's a reason why even small scooter morotcycles have wider tires than bikes.
@jergoz i live in a hilly area and had the rx. It sucked and controller sould turn off the bike if hill was too steep. Sold it for a surron and never looked back.
"iconic bike brand"... I remember when S73 started to produce bikes in 2016, a year after CoastCycles shoved off their Buzzraw (was called Ruckus at first) and everyone said its a S73 clone (otherway around) ...nice to see both are still around and now there are many similar style bikes around, i just ordered a Buzzraw X, i will equip it with a CYC X1 mid drive, 3kwh battery and and Öhlins suspension...
It's good the company did not give you the e-bike to keep - it's human nature that you would give a more favorable review but not saying you would, and not being given the e-bike your review tells the viewers your review should be honest.
Hey Logan, great intro to the RX, agree with your thoughts, especially about keeping up with traffic flow. We use unlimited mode in Australia to ride defensively against car drivers.
Excellent video, and you got some great footage. You are so right about feeling safer in traffic with less speed difference between you and the cars. I also have to agree the Super73 community is great, and real down-to-earth. If you are in one of their group rides with another bike, and they stop for photos, they will insist you get in on the pics. The design of the bike is iconic indeed, and my favorite accessories would be the center bags or basket, even if I prefer dual batteries. I'm not so sure about the 2000 watt peak of the motor though, as the performance doesn't really match up to the numbers. Thanks again for the video!
They're actually the modified European Version in Australia. It's got better brakes and a 10 speed. But it's still over got inflated pricing but not as bad as you would think when you compare to the US model
@@nickmaddz Thanks for the information. We ended up importing a couple of suspicious looking Super73 Clone from AliBaba. It's not bad and it cost a lot less. We got up to 30mph.... 36mph on a downhill and that's plenty fast for me.
@@GoldenGod69 because electric cars have multiple battery packs theirfore can distribute the strong amounts of electricity vs the single pack on a bike
IT CAN'T GO UP A 25% TO 30% grade hill. Save your money and get a Grizzly, or a Sparks, for the same price but with WAAAY more power and speed. If you got the cash go with a ONXY, a SUR RON, or a HUCKS. SPEED FOR DAYS!!!!
Good review. The RX is expensive but there are other moped ebikes that are less expensive. When considering buying an expensive ebike make sure you have a bike shop who can repair it.
@@nursssss775 If you're into exercising stay away from the moped ebikes; no seat adjustments. Pick a bike for your needs. Things to consider: Price, customer service, battery capacity, repair shops. Rad ebikes have a variety of bikes to choose from. Start there. Good luck.
Go to Utah where bike laws are all about following the same laws cars do. If you have can peddles, up to class 3, you don't have to license yourself or your bike. It's kinda cool.
Great video, thanks for posting! I ride dirt bikes and am super interested in the future of ebikes. Until the batteries can go for much longer it'll be hard to make enduro videos with them.
I think that the accessory mounts inside the frame allow you to mount a second battery. That would give pretty decent range (for another $1000). Of course to recharge you’ll have to spend the night at the little watering hole you rode to get lunch and a beer whereas the dirt bike you can fill up at the pump in minutes. 👍🏻😀
I was sold until I heard the headlights are Halogen, instead of a mid to high grade LED. The cost is ridiculous, and with all E Bikes and E Scooter; they are grey areas with the Laws ever per County
Riddle me this.. WHY in the world would this thing be upwards of $3,500? unbelievable pricing.. no one can really afford these things.. ur better off getting a segway scooter at costco for 700..
Yall crazy tryn sell an electronic bike for the price of a used car. 🤣 they got Hella ebikes that go 20-30mph and last up to 50miles or more with detachable batteries so u can swap out batteries and keep going. Prices from $500-$800. Nothing yall showed is worth almost 4000 dollars. Never buy this unless they drop they price. You can get 4 ebikes for that price. Go on Amazon etc research it. Unles they drop they price to affordable then do not waste ya money. Facts. This is legit an outrageous offer. 😳 also you can buy a moped and a used motor cycle dirt bike for that price and cheaper. Yall need to rethink ya sales pitch and pricing. Frfr lol. This the Most Crazy bike ad I've seen ever.
I have the same exact one and loving it but mine only reaches top speed of 20 mph on either pedal or throttle 😢 Is there a way to increase the top speed of 28+ speed??
The Super 73 RX is nothing but an over priced hype junker that isn't worth the asking price. Customization is where the Super 73 RX has an advantage over the rest but otherwise it's garbage. I'm loving my Spark Cycleworks Bandit dual battery eMoped, top speed for me on one battery is 40+mph, top speed on dual batteries I haven't tried out yet because I only had the eMoped for 4 days and I need to get comfortable with it first before going all out. It's built like a tank, premium components, 1500W Nominal, 2400W Peak, 95NM of torque, 48V-24.5AH Samsung cell battery, 12V electrical system, Steel Geared hub motor, triple crown inverted front fork, dual suspension front & rear, 203mm Tektro Hydraulic Brakes front & rear, 5 levels of pedal assist, thumb throttle, dual headlamps, turn signals front & rear, rear brake light, mirrors, horn, long saddle seat, 60T chainring, 7 Speed Shimano Gear Set and so on and etc. There's no going into settings to make this eMoped go any faster because it comes delivered to you that way directly from Spark Cycleworks. It's big, it's heavy but the weight is well balanced while riding and these features are in the base model for $3,195. The Bandit is not an eBike but if you gonna spend this type of money you might as well truly get what you pay for.
I checked out the Bandit. The difference to me is the frame. I wouldn’t take the Bandit off-road….ever. No gussets on the frame from what I could see. I would worry about cracking the frame. For a street moped it looks like a good deal though. The Super 73 however has better aesthetics IMO.
I don't think so. The seat is 80cm high... Perfect for 1.60... But with such a large seat,, cycling will be for a short period, it becomes quickly uncomfortable... Just a way to say it's so an electric bicycle and play with the laws.
I have the RX model, and I can say that, besides some good components, the torque really sucks, i mean, it´s no able to reach the top of small and insignificant hill. Don´t buy it.
@@jeffs4483 you can get an euc that goes 40 mph, has 70 miles range and fits into a car truck (or easy next to you on metro) for 2k (thats 1.5 k less than this thing)
Ugly super over priced junk.. those new companies basically import a Chinese brand that cost them less the $900 and brand it here in the us. If you want a motorcycle get a motorcycle- that's not a motorcycle neither a bicycle, the geometry for pedaling is a joke. Bottom line you can get an actual e bike with better spec, better battery and suspension fork that actual comfortable to ride for less then $1700. The frame of this "bicycle" is the cheapest kind you can find.
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Thanks for watching! Do you prefer to pedal an e-bike or cruise using the throttle?
I do both. I'm a former marathoner who pedals out of instinct, but in group rides I throttle because it's easier to keep with the ever changing pace. Having 80 miles of throttle-only range spoils me though 😉
I am disabled, and the only reason I got an ebike is so I could ride it without pedaling. I got an ebike with a stepthrough frame (because I cannot get my leg over the top bar on a regular frame) and about a 25 mile no pedal range, which allows me to go on long slow evening rides through residential areas and a long bike path beside a canal, at speeds at or below 10 mph. It has normal 26"x2.125 tires so I can fix a flat if necessary.
i prefer using throttle because it makes me feel awkward when the bike is moving by itself without me pedaling...
Pedal. Excercise is great for long and short term health.
@@geraldscott4302 electric tricycles have become a favorite of mine. I set up the back with two little seats for my girls and a trailer for towing anything. I love it. I'm already looking into upgrading to a different drivetrain running 72volts. Should be really enjoyable
The only real problem I see with it is the tube type tires. I have had several "homebuilt" 2 stroke gas powered bikes, and one ebike, all of which had standard bicycle size 26" tires. I've had a lot of flats on them. It is not difficult to fix a flat with bicycle sized tires, but I can see it being a serious issue with motorcycle sized tires. I can just see myself getting stranded somewhere on that thing. You would think for the price they could have used tubeless tires, or at least have put a centerstand on it to hold it up while removing the wheels.
the tires on thsi bike, in the style of an old mini bike, will flat very little in normal use, because unlike your old homebuilt bike, they have the ability to soak up bumps without pinching on the frame. Your old bike was possibly overloaded also. It's not the tube, it's the wheel and tire selection. There's a reason why even small scooter morotcycles have wider tires than bikes.
I want one.
Never that Anyone does an Uphill Test of these electric bikes. 😢
Sponsored video, you are not going to hear the negatives here.
They suck you gotta look at the Ariel grizzly for uphill trust me 🤙🏾
There's a lot of videos showing uphill performance I guess you didn't search hard enough
@jergoz i live in a hilly area and had the rx. It sucked and controller sould turn off the bike if hill was too steep. Sold it for a surron and never looked back.
600 miles currently on my super 73 RX. Would buy again or recommend.
Over a grizzly that has more power and range at a lower price range?
What's the top speed using throttle only?
My girl has the Ariel Rider X Class, she's more practical. However she loves my suspension. I'm hooked on the aftermarket parts and look.
@@kconnaroe 34 flat ground no pedal top speed. Most of the time I'm cruising slow.
why would they put the battery up so high, it should be lower in the frame, theres a huge hole there, fill it up
"iconic bike brand"... I remember when S73 started to produce bikes in 2016, a year after CoastCycles shoved off their Buzzraw (was called Ruckus at first) and everyone said its a S73 clone (otherway around) ...nice to see both are still around and now there are many similar style bikes around, i just ordered a Buzzraw X, i will equip it with a CYC X1 mid drive, 3kwh battery and and Öhlins suspension...
It's good the company did not give you the e-bike to keep - it's human nature that you would give a more favorable review but not saying you would, and not being given the e-bike your review tells the viewers your review should be honest.
Hey Logan, great intro to the RX, agree with your thoughts, especially about keeping up with traffic flow. We use unlimited mode in Australia to ride defensively against car drivers.
Aircraft grade aluminum is a fancy way to say to say lower grade aluminum
If this e-bike were available where I live, I definitively would buy one! I like the looks of it!
Go on Amazon this a rip off for almost 4000 dollara
Excellent video, and you got some great footage. You are so right about feeling safer in traffic with less speed difference between you and the cars. I also have to agree the Super73 community is great, and real down-to-earth. If you are in one of their group rides with another bike, and they stop for photos, they will insist you get in on the pics.
The design of the bike is iconic indeed, and my favorite accessories would be the center bags or basket, even if I prefer dual batteries. I'm not so sure about the 2000 watt peak of the motor though, as the performance doesn't really match up to the numbers. Thanks again for the video!
What about extra batteries to use for longer rides
surprised bike brands haven’t developed any new tech on their bikes to prevent theft
I would have a Super73 if they didn’t try to price gouge us in Australia. Give me a Clone Super73 from Alibaba anytime.
They're actually the modified European Version in Australia. It's got better brakes and a 10 speed. But it's still over got inflated pricing but not as bad as you would think when you compare to the US model
@@nickmaddz Thanks for the information. We ended up importing a couple of suspicious looking Super73 Clone from AliBaba. It's not bad and it cost a lot less.
We got up to 30mph.... 36mph on a downhill and that's plenty fast for me.
Get a surron x or a Segway x160 way better
True, but you can't ride a Sur Ron 80% of the places I ride.
Altema22 so true
Love these videos, great review
Wow wonderful, very well explained. I'm from Hyderabad, India. I hope you are from Indonesia?
Will definitely need a repaint.
6 to 7 hours to charge a battery that size is way to long!!
Ikr, that's approaching EV car charging time with standard charging
you do realize they do that to not damage your battery
@@acel2413 no I didn’t, thank you for sharing
@@GoldenGod69 because electric cars have multiple battery packs theirfore can distribute the strong amounts of electricity vs the single pack on a bike
IT CAN'T GO UP A 25% TO 30% grade hill. Save your money and get a Grizzly, or a Sparks, for the same price but with WAAAY more power and speed. If you got the cash go with a ONXY, a SUR RON, or a HUCKS. SPEED FOR DAYS!!!!
I’ve been loving my Rx ✊🇺🇸
You are so unbiased! Well done. Thanks for answering many questions.
Good review. The RX is expensive but there are other moped ebikes that are less expensive. When considering buying an expensive ebike make sure you have a bike shop who can repair it.
What other ebikes do you recommend??
@@nursssss775 If you're into exercising stay away from the moped ebikes; no seat adjustments. Pick a bike for your needs. Things to consider: Price, customer service, battery capacity, repair shops. Rad ebikes have a variety of bikes to choose from. Start there. Good luck.
Or you could just learn how to work on it
Another great video review. Always a pleasure.
Thumbs down on the thumb throttle. Deal breaker.
Excellent Bike and Customer support!
Amazing brother
Great video !
You're not allowed to have a twist throttle in Europe due to electric bike restrictions
Well rounded review!
I didnt like them at first. I know they can't be pedaled very far. The look grew on me, Im considering it.
Go to Utah where bike laws are all about following the same laws cars do. If you have can peddles, up to class 3, you don't have to license yourself or your bike. It's kinda cool.
I ride my E-Bike everyday good review thanks
Great video, thanks for posting! I ride dirt bikes and am super interested in the future of ebikes. Until the batteries can go for much longer it'll be hard to make enduro videos with them.
I think that the accessory mounts inside the frame allow you to mount a second battery. That would give pretty decent range (for another $1000). Of course to recharge you’ll have to spend the night at the little watering hole you rode to get lunch and a beer whereas the dirt bike you can fill up at the pump in minutes. 👍🏻😀
Great review but the price is too much in my opinion
As goes with anything, I can recall when breadmakers and microwaves cost $500.00 each,
@@cornbreadfedkirkpatrick9647
I remember when televisions were $4k+ not very long ago, at least the large ones.
I was sold until I heard the headlights are Halogen, instead of a mid to high grade LED. The cost is ridiculous, and with all E Bikes and E Scooter; they are grey areas with the Laws ever per County
Nice got a actual sport motorcycle for the same price
But you can’t bring that onto a bike patg
Yay! Manchester Orchestra!!!
I think this is gonna get alot of people into motorcycles haha electric or gas these things are closer to motorcycles then bicycles at this point
No lie as a motorcycle rider, when I hopped on my buddies Super 73… it felt just like an electric grom lol its fun to ride
Riddle me this.. WHY in the world would this thing be upwards of $3,500? unbelievable pricing.. no one can really afford these things.. ur better off getting a segway scooter at costco for 700..
Terrible reputation for quality and customer service ...
What's the quality of the latest models like? Don't you also the get customer service from the retailer? 🤔🤔🤔
Ain’t nobody going to peddle that heavy thing
Can you pedal without using any battery
Yes, but it's exhausting. You could probably walk it faster.
who is your favorite super 73 youtuber?
Just so people know, if you use it like this guy does and go off-road you'll void the warranty.
Nice video 👌
30 mile range!!!! thats stranded! and camping territory... hope you brought a sleeping bag!.... sounds fun
Please review this bike after riding it in wet weather.
Why would you ride it in wet weather
@@bushidobrown2328 To go places.
Please don't be that guy who rides this thing 50mph on the sidewalk.
E-bikes are not allowed on bike paths in LA, only on streets.
You can get the bike with the different throttle
Yall crazy tryn sell an electronic bike for the price of a used car. 🤣 they got Hella ebikes that go 20-30mph and last up to 50miles or more with detachable batteries so u can swap out batteries and keep going. Prices from $500-$800. Nothing yall showed is worth almost 4000 dollars. Never buy this unless they drop they price. You can get 4 ebikes for that price. Go on Amazon etc research it. Unles they drop they price to affordable then do not waste ya money. Facts. This is legit an outrageous offer. 😳 also you can buy a moped and a used motor cycle dirt bike for that price and cheaper.
Yall need to rethink ya sales pitch and pricing. Frfr lol. This the Most Crazy bike ad I've seen ever.
Placing the battery so high is bad, better to have a low centre of gravity
Technically you are correct, but with a bike that weighs less than 100lbs it makes little real world difference.
@@OldeDog_NewTricks I disagree
@@OldeDog_NewTricks Try riding one with the battery mounted low on the frame. It makes the bike feel much more nimble on the road...
@@OldeDog_NewTricks based on what?
These thing will look good with a license plate..
what's your other e-bike?
Is it sold at India.... I mean to ask whether this is being sold at India...
I have the same exact one and loving it but mine only reaches top speed of 20 mph on either pedal or throttle 😢 Is there a way to increase the top speed of 28+ speed??
Yes
The Super 73 RX is nothing but an over priced hype junker that isn't worth the asking price. Customization is where the Super 73 RX has an advantage over the rest but otherwise it's garbage. I'm loving my Spark Cycleworks Bandit dual battery eMoped, top speed for me on one battery is 40+mph, top speed on dual batteries I haven't tried out yet because I only had the eMoped for 4 days and I need to get comfortable with it first before going all out. It's built like a tank, premium components, 1500W Nominal, 2400W Peak, 95NM of torque, 48V-24.5AH Samsung cell battery, 12V electrical system, Steel Geared hub motor, triple crown inverted front fork, dual suspension front & rear, 203mm Tektro Hydraulic Brakes front & rear, 5 levels of pedal assist, thumb throttle, dual headlamps, turn signals front & rear, rear brake light, mirrors, horn, long saddle seat, 60T chainring, 7 Speed Shimano Gear Set and so on and etc. There's no going into settings to make this eMoped go any faster because it comes delivered to you that way directly from Spark Cycleworks. It's big, it's heavy but the weight is well balanced while riding and these features are in the base model for $3,195. The Bandit is not an eBike but if you gonna spend this type of money you might as well truly get what you pay for.
I checked out the Bandit. The difference to me is the frame. I wouldn’t take the Bandit off-road….ever. No gussets on the frame from what I could see. I would worry about cracking the frame. For a street moped it looks like a good deal though. The Super 73 however has better aesthetics IMO.
How much for an extra battery so we can replace it and put one to charge while we do errands with the other one
You can't purchase an extra battery but if you could it would be around $1,000
What is the 'other' bike that you are talking about 6:40
I hav the hyperscrambler 2 and it's the best 👌 super 73 throttle has to be the worse idea ever your fingers will get tired easily
Are these bikes actually out to buy
Seems like the grom og ebikes
How much??? Thanks...
Compare the new se vs le please
Is that waterproof?
Very good looking bikes just underpowered compared to similar bikes of the same price and style
like which one?
@@LAAM619 grizzly
Top!
Are there any e bikes for heavy set peeps
What about in hills area?
I only ride Park
67hours for full charge? Really?
We're it's available
Not street legal. The cops will ticket me if I ride that.
How tall are you I'm 5'4" would I have little issue to pedal?
I don't think so.
The seat is 80cm high... Perfect for 1.60...
But with such a large seat,, cycling will be for a short period, it becomes quickly uncomfortable... Just a way to say it's so an electric bicycle and play with the laws.
It has a 70s look about it
At that price point it only goes 20mph? I think ONYX is better
Cool
wait wait wait how much??????????????????????????????????????????
2:41 stolen in seconds, pretty expensive also 🤔
Bro how tall are u...I'm 5,6
Betulkah 188 rb
600 lumens is not "very bright." It's mediocre for a flashlight.
I have the RX model, and I can say that, besides some good components, the torque really sucks, i mean, it´s no able to reach the top of small and insignificant hill. Don´t buy it.
That push throttle is a turn off 🤢
2.11.22
Cool bike but it's way overpriced.
best e-bike for the $$$
E propoo quella che fa x me !
Где ж столько денег взять....
Just get an EUC. 3.5k is ridiculous for a
Latest EUCs are $3k+ and not as practical as an ebike.
@@jeffs4483 you can get an euc that goes 40 mph, has 70 miles range and fits into a car truck (or easy next to you on metro) for 2k (thats 1.5 k less than this thing)
I subscribed cause you kinda cute tbh 😊😊😮😮😮😮😮😅
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Ugly super over priced junk.. those new companies basically import a Chinese brand that cost them less the $900 and brand it here in the us. If you want a motorcycle get a motorcycle- that's not a motorcycle neither a bicycle, the geometry for pedaling is a joke. Bottom line you can get an actual e bike with better spec, better battery and suspension fork that actual comfortable to ride for less then $1700. The frame of this "bicycle" is the cheapest kind you can find.
Overhyped and underpowered lol
This bike has no torque for a $3400 bike. No thanks
Pesada, cara e horrorosa! 🚫
Ridiculous expensive. I was done with this video as soon as I heard that. 🙄👎🏻
Great video!