Pretty positive review. One hour on the meter... my Brawn is just shy of 2300 miles with 170 hours on the meter. A few hours just sitting and left the bike on during adjustments and other stuff. No issues other than the rack I ordered with it broke on one side. I had a broken connector from shipping but heybike replaced the display promptly and I'm amazed with the heybike Brawn. I wish I could afford a spare battery 🔋 because then, I'd be unstoppable. I rode over 120 miles one night on a night ride and stopped a couple times to charge for a while but it was nothing to ride that far in the amount of time I put in.
@@WayPointSurvival you're welcome, thank you. 4 months and 2350 miles and not even a flat, although I do need to rotate my tires, as the rear is significantly more worn than the front because I'm 200 lbs plus clothes, boots, 25lb backpack, plus...etc. The Brawn is extremely competent at many different riding styles and different terrain.
Nice ride. I agree a few upgrades are needed for the unit to replace Mom's urban assault vehicle. Fenders and a solid rack that will accept panniers are a must for grocery runs and out-bug-out use. My guess on the taillight is the company did not want to run a wire that could be damaged and then have to use a buck converter to step down the voltage. An avid DIYer could build a great tail lamp assembly so not a big issue. More than anything, I wish companies would build quality bikes like these with a center drive system rather than a rear hub drive. The center drives are far superior. Thank you James for showcasing yet another well-made product.
Great, because I’m getting knee surgery and need a bike that can switch between manual and electric as needed. Would you recommend this bike even after three months of usage?
I think it has a lot of features that would be very useful. It really depends on the type of terrain and area you live in, but if you have a disability it will definitely help you get where you're going. Thanks for watching and for your questions!
Question for you Sir, how does that brand of E bike compare to one in your... " Bugging out " videos? Thanks for all your hard work. I truly enjoy your channel! :)
Outside my budget but it looks pretty nice. A cover for the (and any) LCD would be a good idea if it's going to sit in the sun for an extended time, just something to keep it a little cooler and block the UV. Watch out with that blue light, it can earn you some new bracelets. Now, I'm about to go mix up a batch of firepaste. Thanks!
I would definitely bring a poncho and put it over top of it. Most of them are not designed to sit out in the rain for long periods of time although they can handle some dampness for a while.
I went to their website and it's a bit confusing. Some of the pictures show it with fenders and others do not, yet there is no place that mentions if it comes with them and it's not listed as an option. It would seem to me that whomever sells/markets these, really don't know what they are doing. Which makes me question the quality of manufacturing.
I've not had a flat tire on one yet, but I imagine that it would be easier as the tires are larger and so getting the tube in and out would be a simpler process.
When you say up to 65 miles and 35 miles on throttle only are you talking from experience or just reading the spec from the website. I own two of these and the mileage is nowhere close to that. Not bitter, just being honest. They sent you a bike, you made a video, I assume you maybe rode it. What was your mileage real world? The words in-depth are in the title of this vid. Looks like you pushed it to a field and made the vid. Did you ride it?
Well, if you watch the video where I did a 70 mile ride on one, then you would know I have a fair amount of experience on these. Granted, it was a different bike but same basic battery and motor style.
@pscartozzi I did ride this one for quite a few miles in hilly terrain both off and on the road, and the battery life seems commensurate with others I have tested. A lot of the battery life depends on how heavy you are, how much assistance you use, and how rugged the terrain is. Like most items, I believe the specs are from an ideal weight rider on flat ground. So, your mileage may vary a lot from the advertised total. You may have also received a defective battery. Have you contacted the company?
Thanks for the review. Seems most all brands have about the same specs some just have better features. I'll have to do more research to justify spending nearly $2000. NW ga.
wait, you mean you cannot ride in the rain because it may rust??? I guess that counts out winter riding! I was excited about this bike, but that information has now made this look like not a good deal at all.
Buyer beware! Its been almost two months since I submitted for a warranty claim that they said that they would honor and I still dont have the part that I requested. If you purchase a bike from this company you are potentially going to be left with a one hundred pound paper weight with wheels.
Please keep in mind that there are major supply chain disruptions going on right now. Just because you submitted a claim doesn't mean they actually have the parts right now. I would encourage caution and patience.
Be nice if it came with a luggage rack and the back that'll hold 150 lb saddlebags would be nice I would love to get in touch with one of these bike manufacturers like that I could really build a bike
I found an e-bike that the company was discontinuing this particular e-bike and they said it was only $28. The advertisement looked legitimate but of course I got taken. After a certain length of time I contacted the company and they said it had been delivered well of course it hadn't been delivered or if it had been delivered it wasn't delivered to my house. Now when I try to go to the website it says you can't get on I do still have their website address and keep sending them emails about where is my bike bat as long as it's been I'm pretty sure I'm not going to get it now. I guess you live and learn. That's a really nice bike you got there I really wish I had the money to get me one. On a little bit lower note the lady that wanted to buy my house has backed out so I never know when somebody's going to want to buy it. Well I figured that the Lord's wanting me to stay here for some reason so that's what I'm going to do and I believe I'm going to quit saying that I'll be there or I'm coming up to see you or anything else along that line. So if something does happen I'm just going to go I'll find you and then you'll see I'm there. I guess it's not really a lowered note so like I said this must be where the Lord wants me to be so I be here for awhile. Great bike you've got there enjoyed the video and demonstration. May God bless
DONT BUY FROM HEY BIKE!!!!!! they use fedex and don't hold up any of the delivery dates. im on the 4th day in two weeks they said it would be delivered and not only will fedex not help me get my package but after calling heybikes phone number they tell me its not actually customer service and someone named kevin would call me back for customer service. its been over a week and no phone call or bike. ive included screenshots of the times it said it would be there "today". even a text from fedex demanding saying i have to be there to sign just for me to be told by fed ex actually maybe in another two days. customer service at heybike doesnt even exist. its all a money grab!!!!!
I had no issues but you definitely need to be there as it's a very large package and you don't want it left outside. It sounds like your issue is with FedEx.
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Pretty positive review. One hour on the meter... my Brawn is just shy of 2300 miles with 170 hours on the meter. A few hours just sitting and left the bike on during adjustments and other stuff. No issues other than the rack I ordered with it broke on one side. I had a broken connector from shipping but heybike replaced the display promptly and I'm amazed with the heybike Brawn. I wish I could afford a spare battery 🔋 because then, I'd be unstoppable. I rode over 120 miles one night on a night ride and stopped a couple times to charge for a while but it was nothing to ride that far in the amount of time I put in.
Excellent! Thanks so much for watching and for sharing your experience with this very cool bike!
@@WayPointSurvival you're welcome, thank you. 4 months and 2350 miles and not even a flat, although I do need to rotate my tires, as the rear is significantly more worn than the front because I'm 200 lbs plus clothes, boots, 25lb backpack, plus...etc. The Brawn is extremely competent at many different riding styles and different terrain.
Great review 👍 Putting this on my "must have" list. Maybe, they'll have all the upgrades by the time I'm ready to make a purchase. 😊
Excellent!
They already added the rack.
Nice ride. I agree a few upgrades are needed for the unit to replace Mom's urban assault vehicle. Fenders and a solid rack that will accept panniers are a must for grocery runs and out-bug-out use. My guess on the taillight is the company did not want to run a wire that could be damaged and then have to use a buck converter to step down the voltage. An avid DIYer could build a great tail lamp assembly so not a big issue. More than anything, I wish companies would build quality bikes like these with a center drive system rather than a rear hub drive. The center drives are far superior. Thank you James for showcasing yet another well-made product.
Thanks so much for watching!
Great, because I’m getting knee surgery and need a bike that can switch between manual and electric as needed. Would you recommend this bike even after three months of usage?
I think it has a lot of features that would be very useful. It really depends on the type of terrain and area you live in, but if you have a disability it will definitely help you get where you're going. Thanks for watching and for your questions!
will it run right way if the throttle is pressed or does it need certain time to pedal before it works?
It will run right away when the throttle is pressed.
Question for you Sir, how does that brand of E bike compare to one in your... " Bugging out " videos?
Thanks for all your hard work. I truly enjoy your channel! :)
It's pretty comparable. I would still have to add a rear rack and some bags to it to make it like the one that I used before.
Yours and my thoughts exactly on the rear rack, plus water bottle, hope it's metal
Not a deal breaker, but I wish the brake light was integrated into the electronics system like the Ranger. Overall looks like a decent bike!
Absolutely. That would be a great correction.
Seems like a pretty solid ebike. Very nice review buddy.
Thanks!
@WayPointSurvival no problem buddy!
Good looking bike and review James , thanks for sharing , God bless brother !
Thanks so much for watching and God bless you too!
Wondering if cargo racks could be attached?
Yes.
Outside my budget but it looks pretty nice. A cover for the (and any) LCD would be a good idea if it's going to sit in the sun for an extended time, just something to keep it a little cooler and block the UV.
Watch out with that blue light, it can earn you some new bracelets.
Now, I'm about to go mix up a batch of firepaste. Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
nice bike but its illegal here in canada, i hope they have option for 500w brawn
Sorry to hear that. Check the website, they may indeed have that option.
Nice review James, thanks. 🖖
Thanks for watching!
Is the wall outlet the only way to charge it? It’s too bad they didn’t make it so that when you are pedaling it would charge.
Yes, unless you wish to plug it into some type of a Solar charging system.
Something to think about.
Thanks for watching!
What do you think of the Roman furca instead of a back pack ?
I think it's definitely worth a consideration in the outdoor world.
What happens if it sits out in the rain? Looking for an ebike for hunting.
I would definitely bring a poncho and put it over top of it. Most of them are not designed to sit out in the rain for long periods of time although they can handle some dampness for a while.
Great looking bike
Thanks!
Is this pedal assist or strictly throttle driven?
Both.
Can it be used like a normal bike manually. Is there a manual mode that doesn’t use the motor?
Yes
@@WayPointSurvival Can you explain the manual mode to me please. The website doesn’t really go into too much detail.
@CaffeineAP Just put the assist on zero and pedal normally. Or you can leave the system off entirely if you wish.
I went to their website and it's a bit confusing. Some of the pictures show it with fenders and others do not, yet there is no place that mentions if it comes with them and it's not listed as an option. It would seem to me that whomever sells/markets these, really don't know what they are doing. Which makes me question the quality of manufacturing.
The manufacturing seems really good. As far as the accessories, you would definitely have to click on the item and see what's available for it.
I want one, lets go!
Thanks for watching!
How hard is it to change a flat tire on the Heybike?
I've not had a flat tire on one yet, but I imagine that it would be easier as the tires are larger and so getting the tube in and out would be a simpler process.
@@WayPointSurvival I have an Adventon Ebike with 4inch tires and there are very hard to get of the rims to change the tubes
When you say up to 65 miles and 35 miles on throttle only are you talking from experience or just reading the spec from the website. I own two of these and the mileage is nowhere close to that. Not bitter, just being honest. They sent you a bike, you made a video, I assume you maybe rode it. What was your mileage real world? The words in-depth are in the title of this vid. Looks like you pushed it to a field and made the vid. Did you ride it?
Well, if you watch the video where I did a 70 mile ride on one, then you would know I have a fair amount of experience on these. Granted, it was a different bike but same basic battery and motor style.
@@WayPointSurvival So you did a ride on a different bike and not this one for mileage? Seriously?
@pscartozzi I did ride this one for quite a few miles in hilly terrain both off and on the road, and the battery life seems commensurate with others I have tested. A lot of the battery life depends on how heavy you are, how much assistance you use, and how rugged the terrain is. Like most items, I believe the specs are from an ideal weight rider on flat ground. So, your mileage may vary a lot from the advertised total. You may have also received a defective battery. Have you contacted the company?
Thanks for the review. Seems most all brands have about the same specs some just have better features. I'll have to do more research to justify spending nearly $2000. NW ga.
Thanks for watching, glad you found it helpful!
Can it charge while you pedal..?
No. That's something the engineers haven't accomplished yet.
@@WayPointSurvival thanks for taking the time to respond… it will be cool when they do…!
wait, you mean you cannot ride in the rain because it may rust??? I guess that counts out winter riding! I was excited about this bike, but that information has now made this look like not a good deal at all.
Not rust, but hard on the electronics.
a good ebike goes a long way these days
Indeed.
Nice review, but this bike is missing to many items that I feel are needed and you noted on your review..
Thanks. These items are available from the website if you wish to upgrade.
Thanks James for the review. The price does not seem that bad. I've paid more for a mountain bike.
Thanks!
I would be very interested if you could charge them up by pedeling
Right? That seems like an obvious improvement but so far I haven't seen one that does that.
@@WayPointSurvival neither have I. That is the Achilles heel of these bikes
Good review on all but actually riding it. I waited the whole video for a riding review only to find that it wasn't part of the review.
I did the riding part at the beginning of the video. Sorry if my explanation of the bike did not cover all of your expectations. Thanks for watching!
Cool bike 👍👍⚓⚓🇺🇲🇺🇲
Indeed!
I wish I could afford an e-bike.
I suppose it depends on priorities. They are much cheaper than a car for sure.
$1600!
Yes
Buyer beware! Its been almost two months since I submitted for a warranty claim that they said that they would honor and I still dont have the part that I requested. If you purchase a bike from this company you are potentially going to be left with a one hundred pound paper weight with wheels.
Please keep in mind that there are major supply chain disruptions going on right now. Just because you submitted a claim doesn't mean they actually have the parts right now. I would encourage caution and patience.
Just to avoid confusion. Hydraulic might be the wrong there.
Thanks for watching. Are you referring to the brakes or the seat?
I used it for 6 months and the motor was damaged, the brand does not respond... it is garbage
Sorry to hear that. I'm not sure why they did not get back with you.
Uh, nobody skids the front tire
Not unless you want to wreck, but you can if you want to.
as if I can afford an E-Bike...
Enjoy The Collapse 🤪
The Fall Of The Empire
😠😡🤬💥💀
Hopefully, they will continue to get cheaper and price and so that one day you might be able to get one.
Go out on a two day road trip.
Thanks. But I already did that.
There are 2 reasons i dont get an e-bike:
1. too expensive
2. too much of a high value target for theft.
However, with the way fuel costs have been lately, it's a great idea for a backup.
First
Congrats!
I see your butt is blinking, if you eat beans with a toothpick you won't have that problem.
Lol
Be nice if it came with a luggage rack and the back that'll hold 150 lb saddlebags would be nice I would love to get in touch with one of these bike manufacturers like that I could really build a bike
Was wondering if cargo racks could be attached?
Yes. It would be nice if those were standard and not considered upgrades.
Sorry, that's not a bike. That's a retired racing bike to get a muscle weakness. Greetings from Germany.😅
Right? Thanks for watching!
Stop being a Debbie downer!
I found an e-bike that the company was discontinuing this particular e-bike and they said it was only $28. The advertisement looked legitimate but of course I got taken. After a certain length of time I contacted the company and they said it had been delivered well of course it hadn't been delivered or if it had been delivered it wasn't delivered to my house. Now when I try to go to the website it says you can't get on I do still have their website address and keep sending them emails about where is my bike bat as long as it's been I'm pretty sure I'm not going to get it now. I guess you live and learn. That's a really nice bike you got there I really wish I had the money to get me one. On a little bit lower note the lady that wanted to buy my house has backed out so I never know when somebody's going to want to buy it. Well I figured that the Lord's wanting me to stay here for some reason so that's what I'm going to do and I believe I'm going to quit saying that I'll be there or I'm coming up to see you or anything else along that line. So if something does happen I'm just going to go I'll find you and then you'll see I'm there. I guess it's not really a lowered note so like I said this must be where the Lord wants me to be so I be here for awhile. Great bike you've got there enjoyed the video and demonstration. May God bless
Sorry to hear that. Hopefully everything will get straightened out. Hopefully one of these days we can meet. God bless you too!
DONT BUY FROM HEY BIKE!!!!!!
they use fedex and don't hold up any of the delivery dates. im on the 4th day in two weeks they said it would be delivered and not only will fedex not help me get my package but after calling heybikes phone number they tell me its not actually customer service and someone named kevin would call me back for customer service. its been over a week and no phone call or bike. ive included screenshots of the times it said it would be there "today". even a text from fedex demanding saying i have to be there to sign just for me to be told by fed ex actually maybe in another two days. customer service at heybike doesnt even exist. its all a money grab!!!!!
I had no issues but you definitely need to be there as it's a very large package and you don't want it left outside. It sounds like your issue is with FedEx.