E-Bike Question of the Day ⚡🚴 Do you prefer the Ride1UP Cafe Cruiser’s looks or the looks of a more traditional beach cruiser? Let us know in the comments below 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
I just found out about this company about a month ago and it was love at first sight with this bike 😍 especially the blue version. Once i saw that color i was sold
Great review as always 👍 We have 2 Balboa E-Cruise's and they are marked for the boardwalks of So Cal. More of a trad beach cruiser frame. Defiantly prefer the looks of this CC! The only issue I have is the integrated rear rack being obtrusive. Throws the off contour lines.. And some buyers will never add a passenger or a keg of beer for cargo! Same price point as the Balboa, but R1U's are feature rich! Love that they introduced a 3" tire also, not a fan of the 4" fat. Now...where's the R1U trail/adventure bike to compete with Aventon and Juiced?
I've had this bike for 2+ months and have 540 miles on it so far, all walking trails up and around on a bluff. It climbs well for me (65 years old and 170 pounds). Very pleased with my purchase. One thing - Good luck finding a 3" knobby tire for it.
Thanks for the review, I watched this in anticipation of getting one in Denver's EBike Rebate program. Something I never saw in the reviews that one of the store techs accidentally figured out the same day I test rode: Holding the (-) button the speed assist selector panel puts it in 'Walk mode" where it will assist you very slightly in walking the bike around. Fun feature I hadn't considered at all.
I've got one of these on the way. I'm heavier than you, but it's also very flat here. It'll be my 1st e-bike. I also considered the Lectrix XP 2.0, but it was the
@@Leoninmiami Nice! It's much easier to assemble than some of their other bikes, but it's still good to have a helper. I think we've made a great choice with this one! Just make sure you use a good lock with it, and don't leave the battery in it when it's locked up for longer than a minute or two. Enjoy your Summer 👍
@@vonkruel Good point on removing battery! Most owners think because it is locked, (the battery) it's safe. I use the "line of sight" method rather than time away. My friends e-bike was stolen by cutting the public bike rack. In a few minutes away from the bike. Slipped the Kryptonite and bike right off. Most thief's don't want to steal an e-bike without a battery. Also a goo idea to remove or lock your seat!
this bike looks so good and it's very affordable for what it can do, I'd definitely get one when I'm done being a 20-something who doesn't quite deserve a throttle yet haha
😅 Sounds like you have always produced an Alsome bike. I'm still intrested in your XP Trike because of my disability . I'm looking forward too getting a trike and heading out across country at the age of 64 . Can't wait for all the fun. Be safe . ❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😅😅😅😅. What a beautiful Spring .
I am looking forward to purchasing one of these bikes! I was wondering in your throttle only hill test, did you go into the controller settings and reprogram the throttle speed to its max speed setting or does that even matter? Nice work on your videos by the way!
Hi, I have an lectric XP and would like to upgrade I realized I don't use the fold feature and would prefer something more comfortable and versatile. After some research and watching of lot of your videos =), it's between the ride1up cafe cruiser and the RadRunner Plus The cafe cruiser is 10lbs lighter but.. What happens once you unlock the RadRunner Plus to class 3? RadRunner seems to have better battery management, more range.. more torque (very useful with an passager on a hill).. The cafe cruiser is soooo nice looking 😎 Being lighter, does it accelerate faster and does it maneuver turns better than the RadRunner Plus? Oh and.. will they fit inside my suv (pathfinder 2014) without taking the wheel out? Love your channel Keep up the great work 👍 🙏
Perfect timing for this video! I am about to put my preorder in for the blue version, though Ive been tempted to just go for the black to get it quicker. But I figured it gives me a little more time to do some research. Your video has definitely given me some confidence in this one. Super stoked! Coming in June 😄
I have a black low step got 6 weeks ago amazing bike. 31 mph when needed and great range. No hills in Fl but it’s slower off the line than my Lectric xp but is so well made and fast it’s amazing
@@idontgiveah00t im still waiting 😞 put my order in back in may and just got an email this morning that it is getting ready to ship next week. Bad time to put an oder in i guess, but looks like theyre back in stock so maybe you wont wait as long as ive been
I really like the look of this e-bike, however I’m a step-thru kind of guy. So there’s that. haha Love this channel, to include your technical reviews. Your Hell Hole performance tests are epic. Should be Trademarked. LOL!
Can't go wrong either way. Cafe Cruiser is more pure cruiser; it's a very relaxed ride. Pace is a little more adaptable to cruising or leaning in and getting a good commute.
We just purchased two Rize Leisure step through. Specs are about the same. One more gear the Rize has 4 inch tires. I am excited they should arrive in June. Too bad batteries are so costly. The Rize can take two batteries for 100 miles of range. I tested several and I prefer the torque assist which feels like a bike.
The longer wheel base of the Cafe Cruiser makes it handle speeds and cornering well. However, that wheel base can make tighter turning more cumbersome.
Personally, id only go for the lectric if you think youll be using the folding feature a lot. I was strongly considering a folding bike (bigger than the xp2.0) but they were much more expensive than the ride1up and i didnt think it would be all that useful for me in the long run. I just put my order in for the cafe cruiser, but i see the core5 and the 700 are the most popular models in the FB groups
We'd be interested if Sondors wants to send us one. It's always worth sending them a message through email or social telling them you want to see Electric Bike Report review their bikes. Hearing from folks likes you goes a long way towards helping us get products in to review!
He would see shorter stopping distances by keeping his butt on the seat and using the front brake more - that's where your stopping power is, just like with a motorcycle; and less skidding the rear tire. No, you won't go over the handlebars.
@typicalamerican4560 I could see how you might think that, but going over the handlebars isn't really something that happens unless you foolishly grab a handful of front brake. Source: I've been riding all kinds of bikes for 40 years and hundreds.if not thousands of racetrack miles on a motorcycle.
Yes, you could spend thousands of dollars on an eBike th-cam.com/users/postUgkxUiL0GnyDjP32RJdd660sP8mZk4CRLTCJ and get something much higher quality. However, if you're looking for a basic model to try out eBiking this is a great choice. The assembly is easy as far as bikes go (took about an hour for me to do, I'm not an expert). All tools needed are included. I added the plastic mud guards you see and a more comfortable seat. The other reviews are correct that you're probably going to want a better seat (Giddy Up! Bike Seat is what I got - super comfortable). The battery easily handles a 2-4 hour ride if you add some of your own pedal power. I haven't even gotten it up to top speed yet - it is very fast. Components are not top of the line, but decent for the price and work just fine. It works great on dirt roads and singletrack and pavement although too heavy to do tricks or any serious technical mountain biking. I'm looking forward to using it a lot over the summer. Tons of fun!
E-Bike Question of the Day ⚡🚴 Do you prefer the Ride1UP Cafe Cruiser’s looks or the looks of a more traditional beach cruiser? Let us know in the comments below 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
Definitely prefer the Cafe Cruiser look!
I just found out about this company about a month ago and it was love at first sight with this bike 😍 especially the blue version. Once i saw that color i was sold
We're big fans of the blue as well!
Great review as always 👍
We have 2 Balboa E-Cruise's and they are marked for the boardwalks of So Cal. More of a trad beach cruiser frame.
Defiantly prefer the looks of this CC! The only issue I have is the integrated rear rack being obtrusive. Throws the off contour lines.. And some buyers will never add a passenger or a keg of beer for cargo! Same price point as the Balboa, but R1U's are feature rich! Love that they introduced a 3" tire also, not a fan of the 4" fat.
Now...where's the R1U trail/adventure bike to compete with Aventon and Juiced?
Love them both
I've had this bike for 2+ months and have 540 miles on it so far, all walking trails up and around on a bluff. It climbs well for me (65 years old and 170 pounds). Very pleased with my purchase. One thing - Good luck finding a 3" knobby tire for it.
if you have a bike shop in your area they should either have 26x3 on hand or worse case can order one for ya
Thanks for the review, I watched this in anticipation of getting one in Denver's EBike Rebate program. Something I never saw in the reviews that one of the store techs accidentally figured out the same day I test rode:
Holding the (-) button the speed assist selector panel puts it in 'Walk mode" where it will assist you very slightly in walking the bike around. Fun feature I hadn't considered at all.
Thanks for letting us know about this amazing feature!
Man, I love your channel. Specially inputs about new Ebikes. Awesome job man.
Ditto!!! I’ve become an eBike geek BC of you guys 🤙🏽🤙🏽
Thanks for geeing out with us!
@@ElectricBikeReport ur welcome keep posting
I've got one of these on the way. I'm heavier than you, but it's also very flat here. It'll be my 1st e-bike. I also considered the Lectrix XP 2.0, but it was the
Thanks for watching! We think you'll enjoy it once it gets to you!
I was flip flopping on a few brands too, but im finally settling on this one 👍
me too!! lets hope the assembly process goes fairly smooth
@@Leoninmiami Nice! It's much easier to assemble than some of their other bikes, but it's still good to have a helper. I think we've made a great choice with this one! Just make sure you use a good lock with it, and don't leave the battery in it when it's locked up for longer than a minute or two. Enjoy your Summer 👍
@@vonkruel Good point on removing battery! Most owners think because it is locked, (the battery) it's safe. I use the "line of sight" method rather than time away. My friends e-bike was stolen by cutting the public bike rack. In a few minutes away from the bike. Slipped the Kryptonite and bike right off. Most thief's don't want to steal an e-bike without a battery. Also a goo idea to remove or lock your seat!
I think they should use the 750W, 100nm motor used in their LMT'D model since the bike is heavier and has a higher load capacity.
this bike looks so good and it's very affordable for what it can do, I'd definitely get one when I'm done being a 20-something who doesn't quite deserve a throttle yet haha
😅 Sounds like you have always produced an Alsome bike. I'm still intrested in your XP Trike because of my disability . I'm looking forward too getting a trike and heading out across country at the age of 64 . Can't wait for all the fun. Be safe . ❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😅😅😅😅. What a beautiful Spring .
Great review.
On another note, please review the Lemond Prolog. No one is making any content for this bike and we need to know more!
We'd be super interested in reviewing it if they were to send one our way!
I am looking forward to purchasing one of these bikes! I was wondering in your throttle only hill test, did you go into the controller settings and reprogram the throttle speed to its max speed setting or does that even matter? Nice work on your videos by the way!
We have a "test 'em as they ship 'em" policy on testing, so no.
Sounds great, on my wishlist for sure. I wish they made these in the style of their green "Turris" bike
Hi,
I have an lectric XP and would like to upgrade
I realized I don't use the fold feature and would prefer something more comfortable and versatile.
After some research and watching of lot of your videos =), it's between the ride1up cafe cruiser and the RadRunner Plus
The cafe cruiser is 10lbs lighter but..
What happens once you unlock the RadRunner Plus to class 3?
RadRunner seems to have better battery management, more range.. more torque (very useful with an passager on a hill)..
The cafe cruiser is soooo nice looking 😎
Being lighter, does it accelerate faster and does it maneuver turns better than the RadRunner Plus?
Oh and.. will they fit inside my suv (pathfinder 2014) without taking the wheel out?
Love your channel
Keep up the great work 👍 🙏
Perfect timing for this video! I am about to put my preorder in for the blue version, though Ive been tempted to just go for the black to get it quicker. But I figured it gives me a little more time to do some research. Your video has definitely given me some confidence in this one. Super stoked! Coming in June 😄
I have a black low step got 6 weeks ago amazing bike. 31 mph when needed and great range. No hills in Fl but it’s slower off the line than my Lectric xp but is so well made and fast it’s amazing
Hope you enjoy it!
@@justinborysenko3885 30+mph? That's insane. @@ It's on my list.
Does it have suspension? How do you like it?
@@idontgiveah00t im still waiting 😞 put my order in back in may and just got an email this morning that it is getting ready to ship next week. Bad time to put an oder in i guess, but looks like theyre back in stock so maybe you wont wait as long as ive been
Great review! I have a Cafe in gray but mine is the step thru. For the money, I don’t think this bike can be beat in its category.
Thanks for sharing!
Love the videos. Any chance you could review the döst?
Fabulous review…do you or anyone else know if Arkel or Otlieb panniers will fit onto the Cafe Cruiser? TY
thanks for the great review. Mine is on order!!
Thanks for watching!
Where did this test take place? Looks like a great climate and terrain to ride
Good, honest review. Well done!
Thanks for watching!
Please test the Rize fat tires. 100 miles of range if you pickup the second battery is amazing.
Would you prefer the CORE 5 or this bike?
How much is this bike
How does this bike compare to the Blix Sol? I love aspects of both bikes.
Blix doesn't have suspension. Big looser
They are pretty different rides, but both are good in their own ways.
I really like the look of this e-bike, however I’m a step-thru kind of guy. So there’s that. haha
Love this channel, to include your technical reviews. Your Hell Hole performance tests are epic. Should be Trademarked. LOL!
Glad you like them!
Yo, you know they have step-thru versions of this bike, right? I'm planning on getting one myself :)
It's loud while on throttle. Are all e-bikes that loud? I would find it distracting on a peaceful ride.
This is shooting from the hip, but of all e-bikes we've tested:
Loud: 2%
Noticeable: 90%
Quiet: 8%
This is in the noticeable bucket as most are.
The color and style remind me of and old military motorcycle from WW2.
Is the battery removable? I’m trying to get this to commute to work and would love to be able to charge it during my shift.
Yes it is!
How tall are you? I’m 6’1 and my wife is 5’7… hoping we can both make it work
About 6'1"
It should fit people between 5'5" and 6'4" so you should be good!
Great review, also you remind me of Owen Wilson
Wow!
I would buy one today if it had a right hand throttle and 4" tires....=))
How does this compare to the RadPower, RadRunner2 e-bike?
Ride1up cruiser or the Pace 500. Which should i get
Can't go wrong either way. Cafe Cruiser is more pure cruiser; it's a very relaxed ride. Pace is a little more adaptable to cruising or leaning in and getting a good commute.
We just purchased two Rize Leisure step through.
Specs are about the same. One more gear the Rize has 4 inch tires. I am excited they should arrive in June. Too bad batteries are so costly. The Rize can take two batteries for 100 miles of range.
I tested several and I prefer the torque assist which feels like a bike.
How is the stability? I find the LectricXP to be unstable at speed over 15mph. Is that caused by the small wheels on the xp ?
The longer wheel base of the Cafe Cruiser makes it handle speeds and cornering well. However, that wheel base can make tighter turning more cumbersome.
Unstable over 15? I don’t experience that at all on my Lectric xp.It’s a very stable ebike and regularly ride at over 20 mph.
How can i book this electric bike in India
Should I get lectric xp 2.0 or the ride1up core 5 ?
Personally, id only go for the lectric if you think youll be using the folding feature a lot. I was strongly considering a folding bike (bigger than the xp2.0) but they were much more expensive than the ride1up and i didnt think it would be all that useful for me in the long run. I just put my order in for the cafe cruiser, but i see the core5 and the 700 are the most popular models in the FB groups
Hey Thanks love it big guy
This or the core 5 for a first time e bike rider for casual use?
Core5 and 700 seems to be the most popular in the FB groups. But i love the look of the cruiser. It will be my first ebike as well!
Can you review the priority e-coast ebike?
Nothing in the works on that one yet. Hopefully some day!
Can you review Sondors Rockstar and compare it to Aventon Aventure?
It seems so good
We'd be interested if Sondors wants to send us one. It's always worth sending them a message through email or social telling them you want to see Electric Bike Report review their bikes. Hearing from folks likes you goes a long way towards helping us get products in to review!
def want to buy 2
$1600, 19mph avg, 28+ mile range, 720 watt
I would use it on flat city streets, bike paths etc...
I switched the bars out to 10inch rise bmx bars even better ride.
He would see shorter stopping distances by keeping his butt on the seat and using the front brake more - that's where your stopping power is, just like with a motorcycle; and less skidding the rear tire. No, you won't go over the handlebars.
You will definitely go over the handlebars if you try that with the front breaks going down a hill…I know cause I did it when I was a kid lol
@typicalamerican4560 I could see how you might think that, but going over the handlebars isn't really something that happens unless you foolishly grab a handful of front brake. Source: I've been riding all kinds of bikes for 40 years and hundreds.if not thousands of racetrack miles on a motorcycle.
What location is this?
We're in the St. George, UT area!
This or the pace 500.2 ?
They are quite different rides actually so it depends on preferences. This is a bit more of a beach cruiser feel, the other is sportier in handling.
@@ElectricBikeReport ended up getting the aventon level 2 thanks to your videos!
What’s the difference from this and the series 700
This is a cruiser-styled bike/ride. The 700 is more a pure commuter.
but I loved this so much
I'm stuck between this and the Aventure
that Bafang motor was noisy as hell...LOL
Can barely hear what you're saying
you're all clones, just like these bikes
???
its a 500 watt motor running 750 sustained.....not a true 750 motor
Yes, you could spend thousands of dollars on an eBike th-cam.com/users/postUgkxUiL0GnyDjP32RJdd660sP8mZk4CRLTCJ and get something much higher quality. However, if you're looking for a basic model to try out eBiking this is a great choice. The assembly is easy as far as bikes go (took about an hour for me to do, I'm not an expert). All tools needed are included. I added the plastic mud guards you see and a more comfortable seat. The other reviews are correct that you're probably going to want a better seat (Giddy Up! Bike Seat is what I got - super comfortable). The battery easily handles a 2-4 hour ride if you add some of your own pedal power. I haven't even gotten it up to top speed yet - it is very fast. Components are not top of the line, but decent for the price and work just fine. It works great on dirt roads and singletrack and pavement although too heavy to do tricks or any serious technical mountain biking. I'm looking forward to using it a lot over the summer. Tons of fun!