Roadster V2 Gravel Edition Review: My New Favorite E-Bike

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  • @hardmtnbiker
    @hardmtnbiker ปีที่แล้ว +7

    *rim brakes on the cheaper version. I definitely agree with you that this is a great value and great design for a commuter eBike that doesn’t look so obvious with battery packs and oversized frame tubing.

  • @drill_fiend1097
    @drill_fiend1097 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wish there was a dropbar version of this. That belt drive at this price range is pretty cool!

  • @intractablemaskvpmGy
    @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Ordered the gravel edition yesterday. News to me is a throttle and walk assist included. Not updated on product page however

    • @ThomMurphy
      @ThomMurphy ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Would you confirm this when you recive it? I've seen a few reviews (written and video), like their site, and none of them show those features. If you confirm them, it would entice me to place an order.

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@ThomMurphy I'll try lol. I looked on reddit about this (26 days old) and the ride1up rep said "certain variations get throttle" and eventually it'll be on all bikes. I asked if the renegade was one of the variations but haven't heard back

    • @ThomMurphy
      @ThomMurphy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@intractablemaskvpmGy cool. Thanks for sharing!

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@ThomMurphy Arrived today and has a throttle! I can't wait to ride it tomorrow

    • @ThomMurphy
      @ThomMurphy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@intractablemaskvpmGy thanks for the update!

  • @nathlang2314
    @nathlang2314 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What is the foot RPM (cadence) when you reach 25 miles per hour. Thanks for added information.

    • @michelpoitras28
      @michelpoitras28 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      don't know the rpm but its verry comfortable. No overspinning at all

  • @andylin6560
    @andylin6560 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Built my own E-bike in SF. Don't have to worry about my battery b/c the connection is 1 black and 1 red wire. If you don't know what you are doing you can very well die by the high voltage battery. I've had people open my battery bag, but never try to disassemble it.

  • @Nrage33
    @Nrage33 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Anyone know why the LCD in this video appears bigger and includes a throttle when the website seems to show a slim version and no throttle?
    That throttle might be make or break on my end and I'm not understanding why there seems to be a difference....

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm hoping this is current a I ordered one yesterday. I did not expect a throttle or walk assist but would welcome these features

    • @nguyenna
      @nguyenna ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ordered my Gravelster last week and just got it from Fedex. The screen and throttle come as reviewed in the video.

    • @NathanMooreIBN
      @NathanMooreIBN ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nguyenna Interesting. I just received mine today and it has the skinny screen, no throttle.

    • @Serranos_
      @Serranos_ ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NathanMooreIBN they’re are two options, a small and large, check which one you ordered I believe that might be the reason

    • @jmjaplit
      @jmjaplit ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gray is the only one with the throttle

  • @richarde1355
    @richarde1355 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Without gears, curious how this handles steep hills? I am no Seattke, and steep hills are pretty common, and is what is causing me to consider an ebike…

  • @sergioherrera4029
    @sergioherrera4029 ปีที่แล้ว

    Here in New York they still bikes too , mine got stolen 3 days ago it was a jack
    Rabbit 😅

  • @stkyfngez
    @stkyfngez 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This bike reminds me of the Aventon Soltera (I have reviewed that bike on my channel). I really like the gravel wheels on this, but I really wish they would have included gears. I’m still really interested to ride this bike though.

    • @richarde1355
      @richarde1355 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Less weight than the Soltera. I do like that the Soltera has a derailleur…

  • @nicholasproietto2500
    @nicholasproietto2500 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like this bike along, however, I want the throttle option. I don't see it listed on their site.

    • @MadeOnAMacBook
      @MadeOnAMacBook ปีที่แล้ว

      I think that they updated the gravel version with a throttle but did not update their product images

  • @Meerlu
    @Meerlu ปีที่แล้ว

    Would this work for someone who is 6'4'' ?

  • @ShouldaWaved
    @ShouldaWaved ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how they didn't waste money on cheap accessories like lame heavy cheap headlights with a meh beam, I prefer to get aftermarket headlamp torches

  • @PaulHo
    @PaulHo ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm sure there was a bike in there somewhere, but daddy Scott's chest is what's really stealing the show.

  • @Buharialtinee
    @Buharialtinee ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for sharing

  • @yujinpark6374
    @yujinpark6374 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When will this be available? Fits my needs perfectly

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว

      Available right now on website the model option is chosen by the picking "gravel" in the color options

    • @yujinpark6374
      @yujinpark6374 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@tenacious maskvp mGy ride1up responded that they cannot guarantee it'll shift with a throttle until it's reflected on the website :( though all owner post-february seemed to be lucky rnough to have one - I'm guessing they're waiting to deplete old stock

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว

      @@yujinpark6374 mine arrived today with a throttle. Will ride tomorrow. Nice bike

    • @yujinpark6374
      @yujinpark6374 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@tenacious maskvp mGy haha I noticed that under components the gravel LCD display mentions a throttle :), ordered it right away

  • @insider2185
    @insider2185 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the review!
    Can you tell me if it is easy to put fenders on the Roadster Gravel?
    Thanks in advance for the info!

  • @sergioherrera4029
    @sergioherrera4029 ปีที่แล้ว

    How long does it take to charge?

    • @wilsonmetry
      @wilsonmetry ปีที่แล้ว

      From empty to full charge in less than 2 hours.

  • @kannankasturi6598
    @kannankasturi6598 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent review

  • @MyNinjapanda
    @MyNinjapanda ปีที่แล้ว

    And the mileage on the battery is?

    • @marksalamon619
      @marksalamon619 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This spec is mentioned in CNET's video review. The 36-volt battery can achieve 20-30 miles per charge cycle.

  • @justwhenithought
    @justwhenithought 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Having a throttle and isn't purely pedal-assist should make this bike a class 2.

  • @peng109
    @peng109 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks like the battery is not replaceable.

    • @MarkPemble
      @MarkPemble ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, that's the one thing I would like more information on. Is it welded in there? Or can it slide out with a few screws? But even without the battery, it will still work fine as a single speed belt drive.

    • @patty109109
      @patty109109 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MarkPemblebut then when the battery dies you have a 33lb single speed. So…basically not usable.

  • @jarel101
    @jarel101 ปีที่แล้ว

    Since when does this bike have a throttle?

    • @skullthunder832
      @skullthunder832 ปีที่แล้ว

      i think only gravel does

    • @jarel101
      @jarel101 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@skullthunder832 I emailed ride1up and they said all roadsters including rim break versions will have throttles by summer, there just trying to sell out all of there non throttle inventory first before they update the site description.

  • @JogBird
    @JogBird ปีที่แล้ว +18

    this totally not an ad

    • @blaster915
      @blaster915 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No no, they like to call it "native advertising" 😂

  • @pamela_g
    @pamela_g ปีที่แล้ว

    looks great

  • @jozulik1
    @jozulik1 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    1:02 33pounds is 15 kg

  • @johnlocke3481
    @johnlocke3481 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    wish it wasn't single speed 😔😔

  • @dpharr100
    @dpharr100 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    San Francisco..... I'm surprised It didn't get stolen while he was shooting the video

    • @LJ-jq8og
      @LJ-jq8og ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He probably got held up... After all it is "lefty-land"...

    • @javtimestwo
      @javtimestwo ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LJ-jq8og 🤦🏽‍♂ You should know that per capita, the state of Oklahoma(red state) has more crime that states like NY, California or Pennsylvania. So yeah, those red states sure don't have much to brag about huh

    • @LJ-jq8og
      @LJ-jq8og ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@javtimestwo WRONG: Your MISSING the point that BLUE-SHITTIES pride themselves in "no-bail" and "defunded police"... Just look around at the WOKE demo-RAT cities and its a no-brainer... That FACT is UN-deniable... As a former prosecutor I am a little more "up" on these issues than most people...

    • @rgolab3174
      @rgolab3174 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      If it wasn't a cnet video I'd have assumed that he actually stole the bike and shot a youtube video with it 😁😁😁.

    • @LJ-jq8og
      @LJ-jq8og ปีที่แล้ว

      @@В-Доску 💯

  • @jarkkoaitti287
    @jarkkoaitti287 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So because of built in battery, this is useless for most people which usually live in cities in apartment blocks. At least where i live, most people don't try to keep their bikes inside their homes. Also i wonder if replacing that battery is difficult because it might get damaged when you forget it outside for a few days at winter. Also best protection from thieves is to carry most expensive part (battery) with you..

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว +7

      BS. Well, if you leave your valuables outside expect them to be stolen. Duh. Also, the stealth and form factor makes it harder to steal the batteries unlike many that can be simply removed from the frame. If critical thinking is an issue then there are ways to improve on that- usually by doing some investigation. And actual thinking

  • @mtotheatothedoubled
    @mtotheatothedoubled ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Someone stealing my bike is not something I think about when getting a new bike.
    That is a crazy mindset to normalize.

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Unfortunately We live in crazy times. Not looking like an ebike was a huge factor in my decision. You still have to lock any bike up or gone in 60 seconds here in San Antonio

    • @mtotheatothedoubled
      @mtotheatothedoubled ปีที่แล้ว

      @@intractablemaskvpmGy I am sad to hear that.

  • @marcopolo-e7h
    @marcopolo-e7h 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ah! It's a hub-motor ebike! 😖👎

  • @TheFreshPeddler
    @TheFreshPeddler ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great looking bike but 250wh is so low and $375 for another 250wh is really pricy.
    also a gravel bike that weighs more than a mountain bike, and much worse with the second battery makes no sense to me beyond the beautiful and stealthy aesthetics of this bike without the extra battery.
    a 17-20 lb non electric gravel bike makes more sense imo and may be more energy efficient than this thing in pa 1 on a climb.
    a human powered gravel/rd bike can easily go over 20mph and a strong rider in sprint over 40mph so to me i dont see the use.

  • @brobiv2452
    @brobiv2452 ปีที่แล้ว

    I already have an e bike

    • @Ditronian
      @Ditronian ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Cool story

    • @polok890
      @polok890 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have brike.. Lean to steer trike....

  • @2022_temporary
    @2022_temporary ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Rich people videos

    • @jupiterkansas
      @jupiterkansas ปีที่แล้ว +2

      you're saying I'm rich? hooray.

    • @2022_temporary
      @2022_temporary ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jupiterkansas first world rich people joys be like :

    • @joenuts5167
      @joenuts5167 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@2022_temporary as compared to a car?? Your funny

  • @lemau8458
    @lemau8458 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    dude $1,000 for a tiny little bike with a little underpowered midget battery... no thank you, I can build one 100x more powerful for a quarter of that price

    • @HenryJames-gl9qp
      @HenryJames-gl9qp ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I have a feeling you don’t know how much batteries cost

    • @lemau8458
      @lemau8458 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@HenryJames-gl9qp K

    • @intractablemaskvpmGy
      @intractablemaskvpmGy ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Please do and show us the video documenting your custom build and expertise

    • @nicholasproietto2500
      @nicholasproietto2500 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You might be able to get a wheel and motor for around $200 but that's it. After you buy a controller, battery and all the other required items, you're up to about $800 plus.
      You obviously don't know what you're talking about.

    • @2022_temporary
      @2022_temporary ปีที่แล้ว +2

      these poor Western people in the replies don't know the actual prices of things
      they are being scammed

  • @only_2_genders
    @only_2_genders ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude why would you want to live in such a crime ridden city? Don’t think I could take advice from someone who willingly lives in SF. 😂

  • @TheFreshPeddler
    @TheFreshPeddler ปีที่แล้ว

    a ss belt drive is fine for many but this bike should have gears, especially for the price. ill take my $550 metakoo over this or my radmission for instance on mountain fire roads or hill climbs because this either wont make it up or will put too much stress on the hub motor.
    the metakoo can get me up anything even without power because it has a 3x up front and 7 in the back. I can get to brentwood and back form the sfv on it, did so in just over 28 miles yesterday with 3 battery bars of 5 left.
    a 17lb non powered gravel bike with gears would be far better for that use than this bike and will be faster on road for a strong rider.
    One way to be a strong rider is to pull a 48 lb metakoo up LA hills and fire roads without using power.

  • @2022_temporary
    @2022_temporary ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why are people even lazy to even peddle ? No wonder West cycles

    • @nicholasproietto2500
      @nicholasproietto2500 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Nothing to do with being lazy. I'm almost 60 years old and need a little help when I ride. It's a matter of necessity at my age.

    • @2022_temporary
      @2022_temporary ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nicholasproietto2500 not for people like you uncle ji, those who are able to peddle
      respect for those who want to cycle at your age
      keep exercising and stay healthy uncle ji

    • @2022_temporary
      @2022_temporary ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nicholasproietto2500 don't think that people are talking about you when ya read the comments
      have a nice day !

    • @nicholasproietto2500
      @nicholasproietto2500 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The statement seemed like a blanket comment. Just thought I'd share my opinion. Not taking it personal at all.

    • @2022_temporary
      @2022_temporary ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nicholasproietto2500 you can't always point out the small exceptions in everything
      doesn't make the whole statement wrong ( for those out there who think like that )
      anyways, i believe my statement stands correct
      and what about you ? do you feel it right or wrong ? please do reply