I have a Velotric Discover 1 that I use as my winter beater bike. And I will say for a $1000 bike it is super nice. My husband is now riding it as I am now riding my Trek Verve for the summer. We have over 1000 hard use but trouble free miles on her!
This one seems to hit all the wants on a check list. I like the option of the rear passenger padded seat and handgrip. That is why I was looking at the Lectric XP until the wiggle and shake kept creeping into the videos. Thank you for your honesty on these bikes only you and Gary speak of the Lectric wiggle as far as I have seen.
Love the Fold 1 but I find the display, especially the pass buttons, too small for my big fat fingers. Do you know if Velotric or some other brand offer a larger compatible display for the Fold 1?
Yes, when I ride Velotric Fold 1 I realized that in Class 2 (set for max 20mph) 😢 Velotric setting out of the box is set in a way PAS 1, 2 are not much accelerating, especially in light grade uphill. The same is noticeable with the lethargic throttle assist. But when upgraded Velotric F1 to Class 3 using a simple display setting everything with the PAS and throttle changed for better. Every PAS level even the lower ones are noticeable with their torque, and the throttle shows also more. So keep this in mind! The price of Velotrik Fold 1 is no more $1K, it is more than $200 more at the bike stores, also Best Buy, and only during July it was a bit cheaper only on Velotric own site with some coupon if you have a patient to play this typical dirty pricing game with online merchants. Happy cruising!😮
Sold out already. This is common with these bikes, they need to build up stock before they put it up for sale, make sure they have enough supplies to fill their orders.
manufacturing bicycles, especially e-bikes, is a pretty expensive and time consuming production. So from their point of view it probably makes more sense to make a limited first run in order to gauge interest in the model before they can justify taking the risk of making too many bikes that won't sell well.
Hello your video was really helpful ! !!! Today my husband and I went to a dealer where they can order for us the bikes ,we are in santa Monica CA, they offered to asamble each one for $140 ,You said is easy to put together only need to do a couple standard little things ( what r those standard little things?. Should we order it assemble or not assemble ? from them ? Thanks for your help.
Most ebikes are about the same when it comes to assembly. You have to install the front tire, and front fender, the pedals and the handle bars will be dangling off to one side connected by all the wires. All you have to do is raise it into position and tighten down 4 screws. In most cases its less than an hour. There is nothing complicated about it.
Is it big enough to out a 7 year old on back ??? I’m thinking between this bike and the velotric go 1 but I also have stairs I need to carry it up and this one looks easier 😂
I ordered me a blue one about almost 3 weeks ago. (not real happy about that) But just wanted to ask and say that I will be looking about like you on the bike but the littl girl looks real prettry on the bike. But will it still fold with that basket on it. I want to buy a basket but not if it keeps me from being able to fold it. Question will it fold with the basket on it?
I watched many e-bike videos and discussion some videos like this one make you wonder do these bike owners really understand how important is for pedaling to have a proper body stand. The right way to take advantage of your pedaling, to get more body benefits and also pleasure is when your leg in lowest pedal position is only slightly bended in the knee, not like this man and young woman show their test-riding of Velotric. If they continue to pedal this way it’ll shows even with the support of pedal-assist. So enjoy your ride and make sure you know how to stand in right position and pedal, even with e-bike, which seems easier with the pedal assist.
This bike is a fantastic price considering all of its features. I wonder if they will come out with a trike? Great review. Amanda looked like she was enjoying it as well. I love that basket liner!!
Wow…nice bike. I would have ordered it if it was in stock. I heard on one of your videos that you don’t like Heybikes. I have the Mars 2.0 on my list as a possible. Curious as to why you don’t like them?
I have a Velotric Discover 1 that I use as my winter beater bike. And I will say for a $1000 bike it is super nice. My husband is now riding it as I am now riding my Trek Verve for the summer. We have over 1000 hard use but trouble free miles on her!
Does anyone knowing these are good in cold Canadian weather I have no experience with e-bikes not sure if temp matters
Where can I get the mirrors🙏
This one seems to hit all the wants on a check list. I like the option of the rear passenger padded seat and handgrip. That is why I was looking at the Lectric XP until the wiggle and shake kept creeping into the videos. Thank you for your honesty on these bikes only you and Gary speak of the Lectric wiggle as far as I have seen.
Thanks for a great video. Excellent job on the editing!
Love the Fold 1 but I find the display, especially the pass buttons, too small for my big fat fingers.
Do you know if Velotric or some other brand offer a larger compatible display for the Fold 1?
Yes, when I ride Velotric Fold 1 I realized that in Class 2 (set for max 20mph) 😢 Velotric setting out of the box is set in a way PAS 1, 2 are not much accelerating, especially in light grade uphill. The same is noticeable with the lethargic throttle assist. But when upgraded Velotric F1 to Class 3 using a simple display setting everything with the PAS and throttle changed for better.
Every PAS level even the lower ones are noticeable with their torque, and the throttle shows also more. So keep this in mind! The price of Velotrik Fold 1 is no more $1K, it is more than $200 more at the bike stores, also Best Buy, and only during July it was a bit cheaper only on Velotric own site with some coupon if you have a patient to play this typical dirty pricing game with online merchants.
Happy cruising!😮
Sold out already. This is common with these bikes, they need to build up stock before they put it up for sale, make sure they have enough supplies to fill their orders.
manufacturing bicycles, especially e-bikes, is a pretty expensive and time consuming production. So from their point of view it probably makes more sense to make a limited first run in order to gauge interest in the model before they can justify taking the risk of making too many bikes that won't sell well.
Great review. Do you have a link to the mirrors you added? I take it cutting of the handlebar grips is needed to install?
Hello your video was really helpful ! !!! Today my husband and I went to a dealer where they can order for us the bikes ,we are in santa Monica CA, they offered to asamble each one for $140 ,You said is easy to put together only need to do a couple standard little things ( what r those standard little things?. Should we order it assemble or not assemble ? from them ? Thanks for your help.
Most ebikes are about the same when it comes to assembly. You have to install the front tire, and front fender, the pedals and the handle bars will be dangling off to one side connected by all the wires. All you have to do is raise it into position and tighten down 4 screws. In most cases its less than an hour. There is nothing complicated about it.
Great review! How did you install the mirrors? Does it have an opening in the grips?
Is it big enough to out a 7 year old on back ??? I’m thinking between this bike and the velotric go 1 but I also have stairs I need to carry it up and this one looks easier 😂
I ordered me a blue one about almost 3 weeks ago. (not real happy about that) But just wanted to ask and say that I will be looking about like you on the bike but the littl girl looks real prettry on the bike. But will it still fold with that basket on it. I want to buy a basket but not if it keeps me from being able to fold it. Question will it fold with the basket on it?
Maintenance?
Good review. Love the music. It goes with the video good editing 👌
Thanks! 👍
Does this have torque sensor
No. cadence sensor.
Would live to see how it handles on hills or SanFrancisco like streets
I watched many e-bike videos and discussion some videos like this one make you wonder do these bike owners really understand how important is for pedaling to have a proper body stand. The right way to take advantage of your pedaling, to get more body benefits and also pleasure is when your leg in lowest pedal position is only slightly bended in the knee, not like this man and young woman show their test-riding of Velotric.
If they continue to pedal this way it’ll shows even with the support of pedal-assist. So enjoy your ride and make sure you know how to stand in right position and pedal, even with e-bike, which seems easier with the pedal assist.
Great video. I want one.
Do they offer a front bike
This bike is a fantastic price considering all of its features. I wonder if they will come out with a trike? Great review. Amanda looked like she was enjoying it as well. I love that basket liner!!
Wow…nice bike. I would have ordered it if it was in stock. I heard on one of your videos that you don’t like Heybikes. I have the Mars 2.0 on my list as a possible. Curious as to why you don’t like them?
I have the ranger, I love it with absolutely no problems
Now it’s 1,199.
They just raised the price by $200
It will likely be a 1500$ bike again in July. Freaking tariffs
fix your mike, you cant be heard.