Citizen Folding Bike Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 4 ส.ค. 2024
- A review of the Citizen Bike Seoul. Spoiler: This bike is FANTASTIC to quickly get around in urban areas! Check it out at www.citizenbike.com!
This video is not a paid advertisement and I was not compensated by Citizen for making this video.
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I always look for customer reviews prior to purchasing something and it helps 100% that you weren't sponsored. I need to hear real stories from real people because that is how I figure out if it will work for me, since I can't try out the bike before buying it. I appreciate your comments as well as the amazon add-on items. Your video was helpful, clear audio (a plus!) and not too long. Thank you for doing this.
Hello! Thank you for the kind words and I’m glad the video was helpful to you. Looking forward to breaking out my bike this summer after a long winter. If you end up purchasing one - enjoy!
Your production quality is insanely good, will definitely be checking out more of your stuff keep it up!
Thanks for the kind words, DandyP. I’ve been slacking on uploads but will have a new video dropping soon.
After watching this review I was puzzled why you only had 77 subs. Then I saw you started 4 months ago. Keep going.
Just a comment - what kept me past the first 1:15 is that this wasn't sponsored. For me, that helped give your review an honest feeling.
Hey Rees, thank you for the kind words. Comments like these make me want to keep going. Appreciate the motivation and thanks for watching!
*I love the **Latest.Bike** I use it when going camping. It folds up so easy and isn’t heavy at all. Rides so smooth. I love my bike!*
Super easy to throw in the car with your camping stuff!
Great, stylish review! Deserves much more attention.
Appreciate the kind words, Anna! Thank you!
I have this bike! Took it on car camping trips and even to Coachella 2019. It’s a nice bike for leisure rides on paved trails. Mine is green apple🍏 color and I got my sister the magenta. They use to have several bright, flashy colors a few years ago in 2017
So good for car trips! Also agreed on being great for paved travels.
Really helpful and honest review! Thank you so much :)
Thanks for the kind words, Diana! Glad you enjoyed the video.
Really good review. I’m about to buy this bike! 🚴🏽♀️
Thanks, Anita! Happy you enjoyed the review. I hope you enjoy the bike!
Hey Matt- Thanks for the great review. You covered a lot of accessories; the one I'm interested in-which, it turns out, you didn't cover-is the your fenders. (Not sure why citizen doesn't include these...likely to shave off 1lb.) Wondering which brand/model they are and how you attached them? I can see the front one at :44 (sort of), but the back one I can't get. a good look at from the video. Many thanks, L
Hello! The fenders actually came from Citizen, they were not purchased from a third party. They were included as part of the carrier rack add-on. The fenders definitely make a difference when it’s wet outside!
Thank you for your bike review. I just subscribed to the channel. I appreciate in depth reviews because often what a company shows on its website isn't an accurate representation of the actual products. I have a 2011 Enda brand bike that was in that price range and it's holding up well. I would advise small upgrades though if possible, Schwalbe marathon tires, the bike bell, cosmetic stuff.
Hey, Jason! Apologies for the late reply. Thanks for the sub and the insightful comment. Definitely worth making small upgrades every so often so you can see what works for you.
Nice review of what looks like a great commuter bike!
Thanks, Jon! Appreciate the kind words. It has definitely been nice to whip around the city on!
Quick question. When the bike folds, does it latch to itself like a Brompton? Thanks!
I'm a fellow photog in LA. :)
Hello Lyd, the tires have magnets on them that stick together when the bike is folded. They have been pretty solid from my experience.
Great video! Do you find the bike makes any noises where the bike folds up when your riding through the city?
Hey Stanley! Glad you enjoyed the video! The bike overall is pretty quiet. The water bottle does rattle a bit when it’s empty in the holder but other than that I think the sounds it makes are fairly normal compared to other bikes.
Great review brother!
Thanks for the kind words! Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for the review. If the bike is folded and the handlebars are up, can it be pushed like a cart? Sort of like the brompton.
Hey AB, I do not think that would work with the Citizen Seoul.
Excellent video! Thank you, I will buy this bike! 👍👍👍👍
Thanks for watching! Hope the video was helpful and that you enjoy the bike!
Great review. Thinking of buying he exact model and color as you, except with the Muffin tires. Wondering about the main folding hinge. How has it held up? Does the bike rattle, and is it still stable? Thanks
Hey Faux Real! The main folding hinge has been solid. The bike itself does not rattle and it feels super stable to me.
@@mattmantyla Thanks!
Hi Matt, I know you ride in a city environment (I was born in Brooklyn btw😁👋) Would you recommend this bike for travel? I wouldn't be doing crazy long rides, just day rides sightseeing etc (around European cities, sort of stop and go type riding?). I am considering getting one and I like how this looks. Although you said 26 or 28 pounds? (For me that might get heavy if I had to go up and down steps) Just wanted your opinion if you think this would be sturdy enough for that type use? Thanks so much! Margaret
Hey Margaret! Thanks for reaching out. The bike is great for packing into the trunk of a car and it’s great for stop and go excursions as long as you’re able to lock it up. I would not recommend trying to carry it around too much as it will definitely get too heavy. For me personally I carry it up and down three flights of stairs at my walk-up apartment and it’s manageable but definitely tiring.
Thanks for the great review.
Of course! Thanks for watching!
This was perfect, I live in Brooklyn and it looked liked it rode well in the city streets.
Thanks, Patricia! It does a pretty nice job. Looking forward to getting back on the road with it now that it’s getting warmer!
Nice vid! What is the mount from Amazon you opened at the beginning?
Thank you! The clamp was a Kupton Jaws Flex Clamp from Amazon. I would not recommend this clamp. It broke pretty quickly after filming this video.
Great video 6:13 what name of the lights you found on Amazon. Can you send a link I would like get one
Hello! Yes, here is the link: www.amazon.com/dp/B01L773R9A?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share. One additional note on these - I had one break on me from stretching the rubber too far. Otherwise they have been great.
Thank you for the wonderful review. May I ask for the link for the helmet? Thank you!!
Hello Chou! Here is the link: amzn.to/3t35D2n
@@mattmantyla thank you
I appreciate this review! I've been itching to buy a bike lately and love the idea of a folding bike for its convenience. It's been a few months since this video was made and probably a year since you bought this Citizen bike--are you still enjoying it?
Hey, Jboba! I’m definitely still enjoying it. No real drawbacks, although I do find that it is a little heavy to carry up and down my three story walk up apartment.
great review
Thank you, Shayna-Renee!
I'm considering buying a couple of these to fit into my airplane. I would ride them around an island that I fly to. Probably 10 miles per trip. Any scale of 1 to 10 how would you rate these bikes for overall satisfaction?
Hey, Ryan! I would say about an 8 as far as folding bikes go. It's a little heavy to carry around (especially up and down the stairs of my apartment building) but overall I've enjoyed the bike.
So I want to learn how to ride a bike and I live in a small New York apartment. With this bike be good for somebody who’s trying to learn how to ride?
I’m looking at the Milan or Tokyo
Can I get some advice?
Thanks!!
I think it would be fine for a beginner!
I actually saw a woman riding one along shore parkway this morning. I want to get one for my husband, would do you know the weight limit for that bike? My husband is 6'2" and 270lb, would that bike hold him. It's a nice looking bike too. Thanks for your review.
Hello, Bonnie! Sorry for the delayed reply. I’m not sure what the weight limit is but they might list it on the website. Thanks for watching!
Thank u bud
So helpful muah 💋
I used to live in a 6 floor walk up in Chinatown with a chromoly trek antelope 90s - what a pain!
6th floor of a walkup! That is certainly a trek with a bike!
Have you encountered any issues since you got it?
I wonder how well it would be for someone who's 5'4"
No issues so far! I don't foresee any issues with the bike for someone who is 5'4. I'm around 5'9 and there's plenty of adjustment room left in the handlebars and seat.
@@mattmantyla Thx 😁
Can you provide me the link to order the bike? I would like to get one. Also you mentioned it came ready to ride!?
Yes! It comes ready to ride from the factory. Here’s the Citizen website - citizenbike.com/
@@mattmantyla thanks matt I subscribed to your channel. Thanks for making good quality review keep it up
Thanks for the subscribe! I appreciate the kind words!
I'm looking at Miami for my next traveling in Peru and Chile again in 2022. How are you with Seoul now?
Hello, Blu! Thanks for watching. Sounds like you have an exciting adventure coming up. The Seoul is still serving me well. I've found over time that it is slowly paying for itself as I avoid subway fare and ride shares each time I use it. Still a great way to get around Brooklyn where I live!
@@mattmantyla nice brother. I have a Euro mini campo and thinking of getting the bike you have. I also don't have room in apartment. But it's great for trips. I've taken it to bear mountain in car and biked many places its a lovely bike.
@@yusufqcqnz thanks for watching. I’m still happy with the bike overall. It sits nice and folded up in the corner of my space. Perfect for NYC
Where is the links to your added items especially that helmet
Hello, ROW. If I recall correctly, all of the items except the helmet and bike lock were purchased on Amazon. If I can get around to it I’ll try to get the links up at some point.
@@mattmantyla thank you
Which model is this?
This is the Citizen Bike Seoul.
Is delivery fast?
Hey Duane, when I purchased my bike it came pretty quickly. Probably 7-10 business days if I recall correctly. I’m not sure what deliver times might look like now.
The clay looked cool
Agreed, it was a tough decision between clay and black for me.
Did you get a chance to take this bike on buses/the subway? Was that easy/a good experience?
Thanks!
Hey Matthew, thanks for watching and for the question. I have not taken it on public transportation. It’s light enough to carry up and down steps but it’s not something I’d regularly want to fold up and unfold. If I took it on the subway I’d probably keep it unfolded and roll it on like a normal bike. Folding it up and throwing it in the trunk of a car is a dream though!
However you did it the audio is excellent in this video!
Thank you! I struggle with it a little bit in the studio because it’s a large open space. It can be a little echoey. I used a Tascam DR-10L lav mic.
As a New Yorker in Manhattan thx so much
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoy the bike if you pick one up.
Did you buy the bike off the main website or on Amazon?
Main website!
So far, you’re the only one that has the rear rack, which I had been on the fence about ordering. Being able to see that it opens up, which gives more support for a lunch bag, etc. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Also, I used to live in the city on the 4th flr. w/my mountain bike 💪🏽and then Brooklyn, I was there for 9/11. 😞🧡 Anyhow, I almost transferred back to SoHo, then COVID hit!!! 🤦🏽♀️
Hello, Common Sense Corner! Thank you for watching and I'm glad it was helpful to you. Four floors with a mountain bike does not sound fun lol!
I have this bike, it's fits well in my apartment in the Bronx. It rides very nicely. The only drawback is I feel it is a little heavy for a folding bike and I find it hard to carry up subway stairs.
Hello from Brooklyn! Yes, it is a little heavy. Definitely not something I like carrying around. In and out of my building is about as much as I want to do with it.
You're right. I have the steel miami. I guess the Alloy bikes are lighter.
I gave them a week to mail my bike to a location within their 3 day mailing radius. When I saw it was going to be late I messaged them to hold it so it could be shipped to where I could intercept it, since Im a poor truck driver. They ignored my message and sent it immediately. Its been sitting at my mailbox for months, because it will cost me a weeks pay. I already dont get paid consistently because trucking can be tough. Now my mail is threatening to close my account, which means I lose my CDL address. I may not get to go home and lose my job if that happens. Threw away 500 bucks for a bicycle I havent even seen and its costing me everything. Dont buy from them if youre a homeless truck driver. Turns out a 1000 dollar folding bike would have saved me money.
Watching here idol,angkàsan tayo idol kung okay sa iyo.god bless
Anyone learn something about the bike ?)
I still feel Dahon Mariner 7D was best and it only cost $800 Canadian. Bromptons cost $2000 to $3,500 and if its titanium may as as well buy a used car
"Yo"
Yyyyyyyo!
@@mattmantyla so 1990s.
I trust anyone with that many C stands :)
You can NEVER have too many c-stands!
more like an accessory review than bike. gave me no info: price, parts, maintenance, durability; you know real review. the sad info i can get from product description or figure out by looking at it. junk.
Hey, Tobe. Appreciate the feedback and sorry to let you down. I’ll definitely take this into consideration for my next review video. Happy to answer any additional questions you have about the bike to the best of my ability. I’m actually on my way out the door for a bike ride today for a little 20 mile out and back!
How was the 20 mile ride with your Citizen!
Marketing those accessories again and again in all his videos with repeated similar edited scenes.
I’ll take the Brompton rather than this