Great review! Little detail to add: the rear light isn’t USB-powered, it runs off a rechargeable battery which is charged through a Micro USB cable. You can’t charge the light while it’s attached, so the USB socket on the seat post will always be available for you to use.
Hey Joe! Appreciate the heads up about the light! When I reviewed the bike (and when they launched their crowdfunding campaign) they said they were going to include/upgrade to such a light in the near future. I guess they still haven't done that, or at least, I haven't seen someone mention that they have such a light. I appreciate the feedback on the review :) I hope you're enjoying the bike!
I've been reading reviews of this bike. Apparently, it weighs 35 pounds, not 31 pounds. I know this bike is touted all over TH-cam but I don't know if this is marketing or it really is a good e-bike.
I found a place that has these in stock so I will overcome the only disadvantages I could find with this bike: not being able to test ride or return. I have watched this video 3-4 times because you are the only independent person who has reviewed the Carbo X in any detail. The review was very helpful, and I suspect I will walk away with one tomorrow. I am impressed with the carbon belt, the light weight and the sleek design. Thanks!
Hey! Thank you for checking us out, and I'm glad you found the video helpful! Where did you find these in stock?? That is awesome!! Such a good way to go: getting hands-on and having the advantage of a test ride (plus the local support!!). Did you end up taking one home?
@@Ennovation I found them at Greenpath Electric Bikes in Brooklyn. Awesome folks and a great place to test out bikes because there are big urban hills all around the store. I rode the carbo X with a 250 motor and a Carbo S with a 350 motor; both with a throttle. If I had bought on line without a test drive I would have chosen the 350. And I would have waited several weeks for the bike. But as it turns out that is too much power for me and doesn’t allow me to get exercise. So I went home with the X model with a 250 motor and the upgraded battery, rack and mud flaps, and an upgraded seat. I just got back from a 7.5 mile ride and never got out of eco mode. I used the throttle briefly on hills a couple times. It is an awesome bike and easy for me to fold and put in my car so I can take it to places that are safer to ride than around town. I tried the Vectron and could barely lift it. Plus I was worried about damaging the derailleur. I am a 67 year old woman and am just getting back on a bike after about 35 years, so my endurance and balance are not what they used to be. This bike is the perfect assistant to get me back in shape and to allow me to keep up with my grown sons when I get a chance to ride with them. Thank you so much for giving me the encouragement to find one and try it. Were it not for this video I probably would have been too skeptical of such a new product. But for me the difference between 30 and 50 pounds and the durability of the belt drive were decisive.
@@UmmuTahir That is awesome! I'm glad you had somewhere close to test them out and choose the right bike for you! Also, super cool to see you getting back on a bike and I hope the X gives you plenty of rides for many years to come! If you have any other questions about it as you go on more rides, please let me know and I'll see if I can be of help :) Thank you again for watching the video and I wish you the best with the bike!
@@UmmuTahir , thank you for adding your comments. I am 67 years old woman and looking for EBike . I want it lightweight so i can lift it in and out of car. Your review helped me so much. The Carbo bike seems perfect for me. Also, wondering about what to upgrade. Thanks so much for your input and thanks for the great video review.
I have this bike for eight months. I wrote it 20 miles and stopped working. Worst like I ever bought and customer service was by far horrific. I'm gonna write a review this week hopefully some attention.
You know I'm not entirely sure, but that does seem extremely low to me. My mom has this one, and she gets the advertised range pretty easily, obviously she's always pedaling, but I would think the range of 12 miles seems really low, just for adding an additional 100-watts to the motor.
Hello Gilmario, Hope you are doing well. Sorry, it took so long to deliver. Shipping has been crazy since March and we are working very hard to improve our logistics during these new COVID times. But there are always delays beyond our control. Hope you enjoyed your bike! Have great and safe rides! Cheers The Carbo team.
Very interesting bike! The weight and foldability makes it so versatile and useful. Maybe in future they could add option for a 500w or 750w motor for US market. Nice review, thanks!
Hey Wes, Yeah, that is definitely a great idea! Stay posted Carbo is always working on new stuff! In the meantime, we have 250W and 350W for US markets! Cheers, The Carbo team
I would think the light weight of this bike means you can get by just fine with a lower watt motor. The Rad Power, for example, has 750w motor, but that bike weighs ~twice as much, has rack options for all kinds of cargo, and even a passenger seat option to carry another human. That much power may be needed for 300 pounds of payload on a hefty bike, but that’s not this bike.
Great review! Sweet filming too. Ordered a Carbo X 2 months ago and have been receiving shipping updates. Another month to go! Will fit folded in my small camper van
Hey guys! Glad to see there are some camper folks out here looking at this bike! I think it will be a super solid van bike! Hopefully, it gets to you soon! I would love to know how it holds up after your first trip!
Hey Paras! The motor will kick in at any speed (if assistance is selected) With this particular model I don't believe there is a "cruise control" or sustained speeds function, however, since this model only had the pedal assistance, I'm unsure if the throttle, when attached, would unlock that feature, as that is generally more of a throttle specific function. It's always nice to hit that 20mph and cruise!
Thank you very much for your very well put informational video I actually own the Carbo X and I still need to put it together and give her a go. I have the one with the cushion seat.
Thanks for the kind words! My mom has had this since I wrapped on the review, and she loves it. It looks like they still may be experiencing some supply chain/delivery issues, so I would just double check all of that so you're not waiting too long to be zipping around on your new Ebike.
@@Ennovation I was very interested in purchasing the Carbon X. However, it appears it could take months to get the bike and Carbo has not responded to my request re: purchasing a second battery and where I could have the bike serviced under warranty.
Dude are you able to tell me if the steer tube on the forks where you connect the stem is 1 1/8 inch like on most standard bikes please im looking to put a bmx stem n bmx handlebar in place of the stock folding stem n bars cheers man
@@lukesmifff4612 I don't think so...it's about 2" on the outside of the tube, and comparing it visually to another that is the 1 1/4" it looks way beefier. If you were wanting to get the BMX feel out of it, you could get their strait stem (the angled is shown in the review), and then replacing the handlebars is a piece of cake. You may be limited to width based on the stock clamp configuration they have, but the handlebars don't strike me as overly "skinny", so you'd probably be safe throwing some new bars on there.
Hi Luke, how are the rides with Carbo? I m thinking to buy one but hesitate since there is no physical test ride and I cannot return the bike once delivered. I worry that what if it is not as good or if it is not right for me. I commute over 10km each way weekly. Climbing 7-10 deg hills. I d like to take longer weekend rides too. Not sure if Carbo can deliver?
@@kinyanlau9030 Hey Kin, just throwing in my 2 cents here, I think this bike is an amazing option for a city/urban commute, but if you're going to be spending a lot of time climbing hills I don't know if this is the right tool for that job. Maybe if you got the upgraded 350w motor this would be a better option, but even then I might look at something with a mid-drive or more powerful motor. Now, I've ridden this bike much further than that, and honestly probably got closer to 30 miles on a single charge over multiple days. That was broken up into 3 or 4 rides around town. And, since this bike can easily be folded up and probably stored inside your workplace, you could also charge it there if you needed it. So, distance should be fine, and even going on those longer rides on the weekends would be fun! Again, I don't think it'd be the right tool for the job if I am climbing hills, predominantly. But if you're looking at a commute with no hills? This IS the perfect tool for that! :) Let me know if you have any more questions on it, and @luke I'd be excited to see how yours has handled hills if you have any?
Hey there! So, for the Carbo, they don't have handlebar up and down adjustments, although they do have a straight stem, that brings the handlebars back a little bit more than the angled stem I have installed on this review model. Hope that helps! :)
hello! one question: when riding the bike does the bicycle seat remains firm or does it go a little down? I am asking this because the seat is so similar to the Fiido D11 and I know that that seat falls down when riding. Thanks, great review and happy new year🥳
Hey Foto! Thanks for stopping by to give us a watch! I found that the seatpost battery and tube fit like a glove. I never experienced any slippage or sliding. Sounds like there may be some larger than expected seat tubes with the Fiido? I haven't heard one way or the other, but if the seat post is not able to grip the seatpost battery, that would be my first guess at the culprit. ;)
The seat is adjustable, how about the handle bar? Can it go down to where I feel comfortable? I’m 5’1’’. Does it require a lot strength to loosen the grip to fold it? I am not that strong. Thank you for answering my questions.
Hey Lynn! The handlebars are not adjustable, but there are two different handlebar/stem options. The one that I chose to put on there is the angled stem, so the stem actually goes away from me slightly. They also have their straight stem, which will follow the angle of the front fork, so that will come back maybe 15 degrees or so. That's what I would suggest if you're under 5'4". The folding clasp is hard enough to feel secure, but not too hard to where a majority of people couldn't open it. I don't foresee you having any problems with the folding clasp. I hope that answers your questions, Lynn!
Hey Pau! Thanks for stopping by :) It is a single gear. The belt drive version paired with the rear-hub motor doesn't give us any of those fancy continuous/fluid gearings as we've seen in some of the fancy, top-end models. In my personal experience, I did not miss the extra gears. But, this model was only going to 15 MPH, as opposed to the US model that has a higher top speed. Up to 15 MPH it was super easy to pedal, very good cadence for me pedaling around the neighborhood. I would guess that it would still be a solid cadence at 20 MPH as well, but that would be an educated guess, as I wasn't able to test that out personally.
Hey there! This motor is geared, as in planetary gears, vs. direct drive motor. It’s a single speed, with one gear. It would be sweet if it did have a variable gear drive though!
Hey Paul! I haven't had any issues with the coil yet. My mom actually got the review model for her birthday, and has been riding it every day since she got it and also hasn't snagged it on anything. She rides 90% on road and sidewalk, so she's not really putting it in any situation where that might be a danger.
I was considering buying this as well but that coil is bothersome for aesthetics and possibly being snagged. You can see how well they hide it on their website and ads.
I currently own a Specialized Creo SL Carbon and, with the extra external battery (called the "Range Extender") I can easily obtain 50 miles+ under the programming I use in the Mission Control app and by deftly moving between the various levels (I have a handlebar mounted two button control to change levels which makes this very easy to do). I would like this bike to go 35ish miles with, say, around a 1000-1200 foot elevation. But...my system has 480 watt hours while this system has only 250 watt hours, not to mention that the 36 volt system is 2/3rd's as efficient as the 48 volt system. My guess is that I'd be lucky to get 25 miles out of one battery charge. My system can generate 35 NM and that feels very good, doesn't feel like the system is jolting you forward and, in fact, feels more like your own legs are doing the work. How easy is it to carry an extra battery and exchange it? Is there any problems transporting this bicycle on an airline (in terms of the battery)? When not pedaling, in the pedal assist mode, does the motor completely disengage? Is there motor drag?
The problem with an extra battery is that it's in the seat post. If you buy another battery you would have to take the seat on and off of each battery.or carry two seats
@@andrewpark7242 Yes, toting an extra battery is out of the question for most users. I agree. As for air transport, I would ship the battery separately as this battery wouldn't be allowed in the cargo on a commercial airline. I'd prefer the "S" model as the user wouldn't be stuck with only one gear, as what comes with the belt driven "X" model reviewed here.
Hey John! That's a fair comment on the video! This was actually my first experience with a belt-drive, and now that I've had several different run-ins with them now, I would agree that they are awesome for some use cases, and I probably would have spent more time talking about it, if I did another Carbo review. :)
Thanks for this video. Its still relevant today. Potentially stupid question but does the model x with single speed allow you to coast ? Ie. Its not like a fixed gear where you need to keep pedalling ?
That's an excellent question actually! You definitely can still coast. It's not a fixed gear, with the ability to brake by stopping the pedaling motion. Just a single speed. And it's geared pretty nicely for the speed and style of bike as well. No ghost pedaling and not too hard to start off either. My mother rides this one and has had it for about a year. She's still loving it and hasn't had any problems with it that I'm aware.
@@matjaro How does 31lb make the Carbo lighter ‘in your opinion’ than the Hummingbird? The Carbo is 31lb, the Hummingbird 22lb. The Carbo is not the lightest by far. If you can’t accept simple facts then your channel has no merit as a place to assess e-bikes.
@@matjaro ok I hadn’t realised you aren’t the reviewer! Sorry! I read ‘sexy’ but it’s not actually lightweight. It could be the most sexy normal weight folding bike, or even most sexy folding e-bike! You may think I’m pedantic, but there are so many e-bikes claiming they are the lightest when they’re not. (But that’s just my opinion 😉)
Hey Linda! We're currently working on our long-term review of the bike, and we will definitely be taking it up a few hills to test out the climbing capabilities. :) Thanks for watching!
I test rode mine on a hill that is pretty steep and goes up for 4 city blocks. Even the 250 motor on the Carbo X gave plenty of pedal assist for the job, and I am NOT in good shape. I am relatively light, however at 140 lb. The 350 motor even in eco mode made me feel like it was going to leave me in the dust :). The throttle by itself was also sufficient on both bikes. If you have steep hills and really want to maintain 20 mph the 350 is probably the better choice.
@@UmmuTahir Hi Trina-So helpful to find your posts. Can you weigh in on what would happen with the 250W on hills if you could give very little pedal assist? And by "leave you in the dust" , lol, you mean it felt like too much power, ie more than you could control? I too want to get exercise, but realistically, there will be times when I'll have to rely on the bike. Any more detail and specifics on your choice of 250 over 350W is welcome. (I'm only 115# and not looking for speed.) Also I hope to use this on different terrains and trails, basically everything except mountain biking. Have you had a chance to ride off paved surfaces? Thanks!
@@Trenchant468 I haven’t had any problem getting up hills with the 250 and I weigh 145. Yes I meant that 350 felt like I might wind up sitting on the sidewalk behind it when it takes off if I am not careful. 😂 I’m sure I could get used to it and it would be fun. But realistically I don’t ride anywhere that requires that much power.
Newbie to the belt drive system. As compared to shifting gears. Can I ride this in bike mode and switch gears . Or does it stay in one gear. If so what happens if I need more or less torque ?
Hey there! Great questions! I'll see if I can answer those clearly for you. 1. There are no gears to shift, so I would think about it as a single speed bike. You can change the level of pedal assist, but that's the only thing that changes. 2. There are some internally geared, carbon belt motors, but I'm like 90% positive that this is not the case here. So, in my experience, the only way to get more or less torque, is to increase the level of PAS that you're driving with. Now, I don't think that changes the true torque of the motor, but it's perceived as having more power, torque, etc. My mom, who has this bike now, loves it and still rides it every day, usually staying in PAS 1, sometimes 2. She does like to brag about how she doesn't need the top PAS, but I think she doesn't love going fast like the rest of us :P
So far I've seen almost all these e-bikes are designed for carrying them with you at all time. I mean if you could not carry with you just in cast and lock it up with a bike u-lock at the bike-stops, at lease you have to remove and carry the battery/seat with you for anti-theft. That's a bit inconvenience. And they are not cheap at all! Hopefully the designers and manufacturers can come up with something on this issue. Until then, I will really take another serious look on these products.
@@Loyee2000 Having a bike stolen is NOT a fun experience from what I hear, and you're right about the seatpost batteries being a bit of a hindrance for locking up. I hope they do come up with some good solutions for doing so, because I'm a fan of the seatpost battery and would love that to be more convenient to keep it safe.
How solid is the bike? All components are reliable? Do you recommend this bike even for a bit longer trips, 30-40km? Maximum range in eco-mode is around 50-60km?
Hey Mattias! All the components seem to be industry-standard or above. We're VERy impressed by the build quality. It should stand up to the longer rides easily. If it were me going on those long rides, I would probably make sure to get the Fenders and Rack. I'm thinking carrying equipment or luggage with the rack and the fenders will keep all that street water off your butt, always a positive thing :P I might also look at getting bigger pedals...maybe not, but for longer rides that might be nice.
Hey there! You are most definitely welcome :) My mom (who has this review model now) was actually here a few months ago and we took it out to a park where there is this exact type of trail, and it handled itself perfectly. No slips, just kept rolling like we were on concrete. Now, if there were larger sized gravel pieces, you'd still probably be fine, but I would just keep in mind that the tires are on the smaller side of things, so they wouldn't do too well trying to go over golf-ball sized chunks, but this bike will handle regular type of crushed gravel, and other parts of the rails-to-trails.
Thank you so much for your video! I have 3 quick questions that hopefully you can help with. 1) do you have to come to a full stop each time before you change to a different petal assist? 2) do they offer an upgrade to a different LCD screen, maybe a multi-colored one? 3) do they offer an upgrade to different rim styles, ones without spokes? Again, very helpful video!
Hey Nick! Let me see if I can be of some help here. 1. No. This is usually the case for most electric bikes (at least all I've personally been on). PAS can be adjusted at any point, going or stopping. 2. I don't think so...they didn't then, and i'm not sure if they've brought one to market at this point. 3. I don't think so. It looks like wheels aren't an option to be changed around on the ordering screen, but might be something you can talk to customer support about. I would lean towards no, though.
Hey Gary! Thanks for the kind words! Yeah, I, unfortunately, had to increase my shutter speed to expose the scene correctly (I have since upgraded to some ND filters for the GoPro, so shouldn't have this issue again!) That is the reason I recorded the screen and overlayed it to the bottom left screen there. Rookie mistakes :P Thanks for watching, Gary!
I’m hesitating between the gocycle GXi and this one. I don’t really care about the gocycle design as such so I’m more tempted by the carbo which is much cheaper and lighter. My only concern/question: in comparison with gocycle that is quite comfortable, do you think the carbo can be used for commuting or is it rather for short journeys ( last-mile) ?
Hey there! Thanks for stopping by and watching our review! So, in short, I do think that this could be used for a city commuter quite effectively (depending on terrain, and things you'd need to transport in your commute) If we're talking about a laptop and things that could easily fit in a backpack, or a small briefcase that we could throw on a back rack, then this could easily fit the bill. FOR ME, I found the thinner saddle they offer to give me a little soreness when going on rides of around 10 miles or so, so I might opt for the other saddle option they have, or look to upgrade that to something that fits my butt a little better. They also have that angled stem/straight stem option, so depending on your reach, that may be something to decide on as well. Once you get to the office you need very little space to store it! You can wheel it by keeping the stem unfolded, till you get to your desk, or I personally just carry it fully assembled because the balance is pretty good, and carrying it streamlined against my body is easier, than having to counter the balance of holding the wider package of the bike fully compacted. Not that it weighs anymore, but the physics just makes walking with it fully assembled I found to be easier. BUT once I'm where I need to store it, it'll break down quickly and slide into a closet, or under the desk out of the way. If I was going to be commuting for LONG distances, say 10-15 miles each way, I may look for something that is a bit bigger and has a battery that can last a bit longer. Although, with this bike when the battery is off, it's very easy to ride as well, unlike other, bigger Ebikes that I might consider for a longer commute. Carbo has an option for getting fenders and a rear rack here: ridecarbo.com/collections/accessories-for-your-carbo
Hey there! I followed the steps in the manual if I'm not mistaken. I don't remember every step, but I do remember having to disconnect some other Bluetooth devices from my phone to get it to work. Sorry I couldn't be of more help with actual info but I remember my phone being the issue.l at first.
Hey there! Yes you can. I didn't test that out when I had it, or didn't record it at least, but I've seen some videos from Carbo that show people doing that.
Hey Matt! Yes, you can. The battery is actually the seat post and can be removed for charging the battery away from the frame, or for decreasing the size of the folded bike even further.
Hey there! Very cool that you got one of these bikes! :) Are you saying it has been 30 days, and you haven't heard anything from Carbo about the delay?
@@Ennovation I bought on 30 November when I paid it said 20 to 30 days for delivery I wanted it for a Christmas present I would of fell in to a delivery for that date so I contacted by chat to company my reply said it could take up to 60 days two months because of covid the page when purchase should inform two months + for delivery very disappointed
@@poppet229 dang...yeah that is an unfortunate change there. Maybe they can update their ordering page to reflect the new covid shipping times. I'll be hoping that it arrives sooner than 60 days for you!
The connection form the battery to the bike underneath looks extremely vulnerable. I doubt this bike would stand up to heavy use from a normal sized rider.
Hey there! Though the connection is close to the ground, if you're riding around on flat surfaces you probably wouldn't have to worry about it all that much, and the actual port connection itself seemed pretty robust, so it might be able to handle quite a bit of everyday stuff, though I think it may start to be found wanting if we went offroad with the bike.
@Kay Flip Hey Kay! That is awesome! My mother ended up getting one as well, and she rides it to work every day. (1 mile commute on flat ground) but similarly, she hasn't had any issues and still loves her Carbo :P Glad it is working out for you!
What's involved in removing the rear wheel? I ask because that is my plan if placing it in a luggage unit while traveling by air (I'd be mailing the battery to my destination prior to the trip since this size battery wouldn't be allowed on commercial aircraft). And, of course, there's the old flat.
Not too much more than a traditional bike. The plug for the motor is right there, so no need to go find it, that's convenient. Then you'd loosen the back axel bolts, push the belt out of the way and slide it out. They made it pretty simple, in my opinion.
@@Ennovation Thanks for that. If one wanted to carry a 2nd, back-up, battery can that be exchanged for the one in the seat tube? I've heard that it can't and one must carry another, entire, seat tube. Say it ain't so.
I would love to figure out how to overide the speed limit. I use it to travel around my farm, would be great if it could make it to 20MPH. Any advice would be appreciated.
Hey, D. There is a way to do it. It's a bit complicated and involves using a third-party app and some programs I got from the Carbo team on google drive. I'm not sure I have access to those anymore, but I did attempt to do so and wasn't successful. I had some Bluetooth connectivity issues if I remember correctly. Carbo may have an app now...but I'm not sure, maybe they've streamlined the process. They have a client portal, which I don't have access to either, that may have some tutorials or community guides on unlocking that limit for you. Portal is here: portal.ridecarbo.com/ I hope that helps, and also that you'll get that speed limit unlocked :)
how you turn the front light on? First I get an S model when I ordered X model, so not Carbon Belt (ripped me off), and now nothing tells me how to turn on the front light...
Hello Lee, Hope you are doing well :) I am sorry for the lack of communication, we are working hard to answer everyone on time. We already responded to your emails privately :) Let us know if there's anything else we can help you with! Cheers, The Carbo team
Hi there! I might be moving to the UK, so I need a bike that fits their regulations. I know throttle without pedaling is not allowed there, but a throttle mode that requires very minimal pedal motion is OK. Would this bike do that in pedal assist, or is quite a bit of pedaling required to get to 10-15 mph (on the flat)?
First, I gotta say I'm not an expert on the UK regulations. There are alot of different things I hear about what's allowed, and where it's allowed. Carbo seems to have a few customers who are from the UK, and I've seen some reviews on their site and nothing mentioned about being out of regulations. Those are just some clues, and not necessarily a go-ahead, imo. They have an app, which I believe you can use to contain the speed limit to UK standards, and they offer a version without a throttle (which was the one I reviewed). I would think this wouldn't be a bad get for both the US and UK, if it fits your needs as well of course. Getting the battery over and back might be tricky, as I've heard some stories about shipping and batteries and all that stuff.
@@Ennovation Thanks. Could you comment on how much pedaling is necessary to get to 10-15 mph using pedal assist? Due to a health condition, I can't pedal very much.
@@rm5700 From what I remember it's not too much. But it does utilize a torque sensor as well, so it is a bit more responsive as far as giving you power, or not, based on pedaling, so it might be a bit more on the "you gotta be pedaling to go" side of things. The X is also a belt-drive, so you couldn't fake it out by going in high gear and pedaling slowly to get up to the top speeds like with one of their other models. So if you can't have the throttle, and you need something you could pedal less, but still get the power from the bike, this one might not fit that bill exactly. I would see if you could test ride one, but that might not be a super viable option.
@@Ennovation Thanks -- that's very helpful. I did contact them regarding a test ride, and the only dealer in the US at the moment is in NYC. They suggested joining their FB group and asking if anyone in my area who owns a Carbo would be willing to let me take it for a spin. Anyway, thanks for the video and the responses -- really appreciate it!
@@rm5700 The group isn't a bad idea...Ebike people, in general, are pretty awesome folks :) Thanks for stopping by and supporting the channel and I wish you well on your future Ebike journey.
Hey there! The ride is surprisingly smooth! You still feel little bumps and things like that, but those Schwalbe tires with the balloon-like technology do a good job of smoothing the ride out. It's definitely not a full-suspension sort of ride, but for cruising around on the concrete, this thing is pretty comfortable, at least in my experience.
Hey there! On our unit, They can’t however, I’m not sure if they’ve updated the bike to include that, since our review is 2 years old at this point. So, for us, no. But maybe they’ve added that as an option!
Hey Jason, I would concur with Kay's comments below. The bike is very light, and although it makes it steer very well, there is not a lot of weight, or thicker tires here to keep your balance easily. Now, I did try and could do so for a short amount of time, but it's not something I would want to do for a while. Thanks for stopping by and checking out the channel!
Hi Jason, I would like to share my recent experiences with rideCarbo. I placed an order in February and still have not received the bike. Pre sale service was great but the after sale service is terrible. They always blame custom holding off the delivery. If you search around, few other customers living in different countries encountering the same issues. I don’t want to give bad reviews before trying the bike. But the after sale service is really pissing me off
Hey Simon! I was hoping I hadn't just forgotten to show that :P It looks like I do the folding and demonstrate that at the 13:30ish mark. It's not in-depth or anything, but I do demonstrate how easy it is :) I appreciate you stopping by to watch our reviews! We've got some more Ebike reviews hitting the channel real soon.
the problem is no electric power. Eco Tour turbo is out. No repair shop and some other velo shop don t want to touch another company velo problem. Their help is only by email....
They are able to write to us and send video and pieces of velo but for analysing diagnostic by virtual contact with no experience from a customer........
@@thereselacaille6613 Yeah that sounds like that could be a frustrating situation. I hope they'll get this figured out for you, and for future customers.
4 years ago I think the price for the full carbon fiber frame, belt, and portability was decent, but I don't think it really makes much sense in this market. If it had a 15Ah battery and a 500-watt motor that might make sense, or even this same build at a lower price.
@@Ennovation They actually increased the price to 2699$ and if you want a throttle its 50$ more, I've never seen an ebike company offering a throttle as an optional upgrade.. a throttle on Amazon is like 12$
Who can seriously ride any bike where your legs are as bent as in the video. For me buying a bike without test riding it first would be like buying a pair of shoes on line that you have never worn before.
From the review side, I usually test ride most bikes with my seat too low, and that's just an aesthetics thing for the video. That way people can see as much of the screen and other cockpit-related things while we're doing the review. With this one, You can get some pretty decent extension on the seat, plus you've got the two options with the handlebars (straight or angled). I agree with you 100% on not being able to test ride your bike first. I usually recommend that people take full advantage of local shops and dealers with the consumer brands that have that option. I have a friend over here who got an Aventon Aventure and thought he was going to love it, but just wasn't the ride feel he was expecting. He could have saved himself the trouble and hopped on one at a local shop prior to purchase in that case. He was able to sell it to somebody else within the week for basically what he paid for it, so not a total loss, but test rides are where it's at!
(Just so you know, I have bought my most comfortable shoes ever online. Of course, I like a certain brand, but I also know that I can send them back free of shipping charges.) I bought an e-bike online and love it, but am looking at this one because it weighs 1/3 of what my current bike does.
Useless review. Just some general platitudes. Dude, you talk too much! Way too much! Damn, a 21 minute review that could have been done in less than half that time. On top of that you don't answer the most important question I have. Wha t percent incline will it handle?
Hey there! First off, that’s a fair assessment of the review. Fortunately for us, I’ve got a lot better and much more detailed/focused with the things we do discuss. As far as a number for incline, I’m not sure about a figure for that. I tested it on a hill that was probably close to a 15-20 grade. It didn’t handle that super well. It was going, but I was definitely having to help it out a bit. I did have the the 250w version, so the extra 100 watts may have helped in the hill department, but probably not in a super noticeable way. If it were me I wouldn’t get this one if hills were a big factor in my decision.
Anyone get this bike and only have problems also with the company They won't help at all I need to find a place in the city that will actually work on the bike. No bike shops will touch it.
Dang! Sorry to hear that you're having issues with it. I gave this exact bike to my mom when I finished the review, and she's almost got 1,000 miles on it and rides it 3-4 times weekly, without any issues. So, possible you got a bad one there. I hope you can get it resolved quickly!
Not only haven't I got it working no one is willing to work on it because no one has a clue how to fix them. It's by far the worst bike I ever owned. The bike is not sturdy. Everything breaks within two months for me and I just ridden it. I think about 2530 miles and the customer service they will not pick up the phone. It's all about how you have to email on their website and if you look online, there's no way to find reviews on this bike. It's only on their website, which says a lot.
Honestly, I wasn’t 100% sure they were in business anymore. Cause how many years ago was this review?!? lol If they are going to be selling bikes, I would hope they could figure out the customer service side of things. I may have an old email I could reach out to. Let me see if I can find that, cause it was so long ago.
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Great review! Little detail to add: the rear light isn’t USB-powered, it runs off a rechargeable battery which is charged through a Micro USB cable. You can’t charge the light while it’s attached, so the USB socket on the seat post will always be available for you to use.
Hey Joe! Appreciate the heads up about the light! When I reviewed the bike (and when they launched their crowdfunding campaign) they said they were going to include/upgrade to such a light in the near future. I guess they still haven't done that, or at least, I haven't seen someone mention that they have such a light. I appreciate the feedback on the review :) I hope you're enjoying the bike!
I've been reading reviews of this bike. Apparently, it weighs 35 pounds, not 31 pounds. I know this bike is touted all over TH-cam but I don't know if this is marketing or it really is a good e-bike.
You know, I have this unit to my mom, right after filming. She’s rode it pretty much every day since then and it’s still going strong.
I found a place that has these in stock so I will overcome the only disadvantages I could find with this bike: not being able to test ride or return. I have watched this video 3-4 times because you are the only independent person who has reviewed the Carbo X in any detail. The review was very helpful, and I suspect I will walk away with one tomorrow. I am impressed with the carbon belt, the light weight and the sleek design. Thanks!
Hey! Thank you for checking us out, and I'm glad you found the video helpful! Where did you find these in stock?? That is awesome!! Such a good way to go: getting hands-on and having the advantage of a test ride (plus the local support!!). Did you end up taking one home?
@@Ennovation I found them at Greenpath Electric Bikes in Brooklyn. Awesome folks and a great place to test out bikes because there are big urban hills all around the store. I rode the carbo X with a 250 motor and a Carbo S with a 350 motor; both with a throttle. If I had bought on line without a test drive I would have chosen the 350. And I would have waited several weeks for the bike. But as it turns out that is too much power for me and doesn’t allow me to get exercise. So I went home with the X model with a 250 motor and the upgraded battery, rack and mud flaps, and an upgraded seat. I just got back from a 7.5 mile ride and never got out of eco mode. I used the throttle briefly on hills a couple times. It is an awesome bike and easy for me to fold and put in my car so I can take it to places that are safer to ride than around town. I tried the Vectron and could barely lift it. Plus I was worried about damaging the derailleur. I am a 67 year old woman and am just getting back on a bike after about 35 years, so my endurance and balance are not what they used to be. This bike is the perfect assistant to get me back in shape and to allow me to keep up with my grown sons when I get a chance to ride with them. Thank you so much for giving me the encouragement to find one and try it. Were it not for this video I probably would have been too skeptical of such a new product. But for me the difference between 30 and 50 pounds and the durability of the belt drive were decisive.
@@UmmuTahir That is awesome! I'm glad you had somewhere close to test them out and choose the right bike for you! Also, super cool to see you getting back on a bike and I hope the X gives you plenty of rides for many years to come! If you have any other questions about it as you go on more rides, please let me know and I'll see if I can be of help :) Thank you again for watching the video and I wish you the best with the bike!
@@Ennovation thank you! All the best!
@@UmmuTahir , thank you for adding your comments. I am 67 years old woman and looking for EBike . I want it lightweight so i can lift it in and out of car. Your review helped me so much. The Carbo bike seems perfect for me. Also, wondering about what to upgrade. Thanks so much for your input and thanks for the great video review.
I have this bike for eight months. I wrote it 20 miles and stopped working. Worst like I ever bought and customer service was by far horrific. I'm gonna write a review this week hopefully some attention.
Is it true that the Carbo Model X 350 watt version only has a real world range of 12 miles ( 19 km )?
You know I'm not entirely sure, but that does seem extremely low to me. My mom has this one, and she gets the advertised range pretty easily, obviously she's always pedaling, but I would think the range of 12 miles seems really low, just for adding an additional 100-watts to the motor.
@@Ennovation Thanks for your reply.
@@davidhunternyc1 You're welcome.
I will receive mine today. Took almost 3 months delivery time after payment. I will share my experience soon.
Hey there! Yeah, shipping, in general, has been crazy since March...glad it finally got to you and we'll be standing by for your report :)
What is your first impression? Already some feedback to share? 😀
Mattias Dem good building quality I think. Looks even better then on the internet. Didn’t have the time yet to take it for a serious ride. Soon more.
@@gilmariofloyd8328 great, keep us informed 👍
Hello Gilmario,
Hope you are doing well.
Sorry, it took so long to deliver. Shipping has been crazy since March and we are working very hard to improve our logistics during these new COVID times. But there are always delays beyond our control.
Hope you enjoyed your bike!
Have great and safe rides!
Cheers
The Carbo team.
hi from Australia and thanks for the review!! def will look into these bikes a bit more thanks to your review
Thanks, Ian! Appreciate your support :)
Very interesting bike! The weight and foldability makes it so versatile and useful. Maybe in future they could add option for a 500w or 750w motor for US market. Nice review, thanks!
Thanks for the compliments Wes. Yeah I would 100% be down for a 500w upgrade on this bike! Sign me up for it! :P
Hey Wes,
Yeah, that is definitely a great idea! Stay posted Carbo is always working on new stuff!
In the meantime, we have 250W and 350W for US markets!
Cheers,
The Carbo team
@Kay Flip yea with so little weight I imagine a little power goes a long way
I would think the light weight of this bike means you can get by just fine with a lower watt motor. The Rad Power, for example, has 750w motor, but that bike weighs ~twice as much, has rack options for all kinds of cargo, and even a passenger seat option to carry another human. That much power may be needed for 300 pounds of payload on a hefty bike, but that’s not this bike.
@@ridecarbo I would love this bike in any other colour besides black
Great review! Sweet filming too. Ordered a Carbo X 2 months ago and have been receiving shipping updates. Another month to go! Will fit folded in my small camper van
Hi Karen, Is that the typical waiting time? I'm looking forward to traveling with it in my van as well!
Hey guys! Glad to see there are some camper folks out here looking at this bike! I think it will be a super solid van bike! Hopefully, it gets to you soon! I would love to know how it holds up after your first trip!
Great review. That carbon fiber finish convinced me to get this bike. I'm very happy with it and it fits in the van perfectly!
At what speed does the motor kick in? Does the bike move on its own once you are on one of the modes?
Hey Paras! The motor will kick in at any speed (if assistance is selected) With this particular model I don't believe there is a "cruise control" or sustained speeds function, however, since this model only had the pedal assistance, I'm unsure if the throttle, when attached, would unlock that feature, as that is generally more of a throttle specific function. It's always nice to hit that 20mph and cruise!
Thank you very much for your very well put informational video I actually own the Carbo X and I still need to put it together and give her a go. I have the one with the cushion seat.
How was your experience with the Carbo X?
Great job with this review. I may get one of these soon! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the kind words! My mom has had this since I wrapped on the review, and she loves it. It looks like they still may be experiencing some supply chain/delivery issues, so I would just double check all of that so you're not waiting too long to be zipping around on your new Ebike.
@@Ennovation I was very interested in purchasing the Carbon X. However, it appears it could take months to get the bike and Carbo has not responded to my request re: purchasing a second battery and where I could have the bike serviced under warranty.
Great review been waiting for this thank you i ordered mine three days ago got a long month wait now as im in the uk haha cant wait
Hey Luke! Glad we could help you out with the review. My guess is you will not be disappointed. :P Wish you the best and ride safe!
Dude are you able to tell me if the steer tube on the forks where you connect the stem is 1 1/8 inch like on most standard bikes please im looking to put a bmx stem n bmx handlebar in place of the stock folding stem n bars cheers man
@@lukesmifff4612 I don't think so...it's about 2" on the outside of the tube, and comparing it visually to another that is the 1 1/4" it looks way beefier. If you were wanting to get the BMX feel out of it, you could get their strait stem (the angled is shown in the review), and then replacing the handlebars is a piece of cake. You may be limited to width based on the stock clamp configuration they have, but the handlebars don't strike me as overly "skinny", so you'd probably be safe throwing some new bars on there.
Hi Luke, how are the rides with Carbo? I m thinking to buy one but hesitate since there is no physical test ride and I cannot return the bike once delivered. I worry that what if it is not as good or if it is not right for me. I commute over 10km each way weekly. Climbing 7-10 deg hills. I d like to take longer weekend rides too. Not sure if Carbo can deliver?
@@kinyanlau9030 Hey Kin, just throwing in my 2 cents here, I think this bike is an amazing option for a city/urban commute, but if you're going to be spending a lot of time climbing hills I don't know if this is the right tool for that job. Maybe if you got the upgraded 350w motor this would be a better option, but even then I might look at something with a mid-drive or more powerful motor. Now, I've ridden this bike much further than that, and honestly probably got closer to 30 miles on a single charge over multiple days. That was broken up into 3 or 4 rides around town. And, since this bike can easily be folded up and probably stored inside your workplace, you could also charge it there if you needed it. So, distance should be fine, and even going on those longer rides on the weekends would be fun! Again, I don't think it'd be the right tool for the job if I am climbing hills, predominantly. But if you're looking at a commute with no hills? This IS the perfect tool for that! :) Let me know if you have any more questions on it, and @luke I'd be excited to see how yours has handled hills if you have any?
Hello, Is this handlebar adjustable higher or lower? It looks like not. There are any other option for adjustable handlebar?
Hey there! So, for the Carbo, they don't have handlebar up and down adjustments, although they do have a straight stem, that brings the handlebars back a little bit more than the angled stem I have installed on this review model. Hope that helps! :)
hello! one question: when riding the bike does the bicycle seat remains firm or does it go a little down? I am asking this because the seat is so similar to the Fiido D11 and I know that that seat falls down when riding. Thanks, great review and happy new year🥳
Hey Foto! Thanks for stopping by to give us a watch! I found that the seatpost battery and tube fit like a glove. I never experienced any slippage or sliding. Sounds like there may be some larger than expected seat tubes with the Fiido? I haven't heard one way or the other, but if the seat post is not able to grip the seatpost battery, that would be my first guess at the culprit. ;)
You can actually tighten the grip of the clamp.
This bike is so cool. It reminds me of my Dahon Speed Uno in an electric version. I want one!
This thing is pretty darn sweet! If you can get your hands on one I don’t think it’ll disappoint ;)
Is there a mode where you don't have to cycle? Say you came up to a big hill, it would be nice for it to just take you up no pedalling?
You can add a throttle button to the as an extra
It's an exact copy of the Dahon UNO but in an Ebike form
The seat is adjustable, how about the handle bar? Can it go down to where I feel comfortable? I’m 5’1’’. Does it require a lot strength to loosen the grip to fold it? I am not that strong. Thank you for answering my questions.
Hey Lynn! The handlebars are not adjustable, but there are two different handlebar/stem options. The one that I chose to put on there is the angled stem, so the stem actually goes away from me slightly. They also have their straight stem, which will follow the angle of the front fork, so that will come back maybe 15 degrees or so. That's what I would suggest if you're under 5'4". The folding clasp is hard enough to feel secure, but not too hard to where a majority of people couldn't open it. I don't foresee you having any problems with the folding clasp. I hope that answers your questions, Lynn!
Being single geared, how is the pedal cadence over 15mph? Would you be pedaling uncomfortably fast so you miss more gears? Thanks!
Hey Pau! Thanks for stopping by :) It is a single gear. The belt drive version paired with the rear-hub motor doesn't give us any of those fancy continuous/fluid gearings as we've seen in some of the fancy, top-end models. In my personal experience, I did not miss the extra gears. But, this model was only going to 15 MPH, as opposed to the US model that has a higher top speed. Up to 15 MPH it was super easy to pedal, very good cadence for me pedaling around the neighborhood. I would guess that it would still be a solid cadence at 20 MPH as well, but that would be an educated guess, as I wasn't able to test that out personally.
not much about the geared rear hub... how does that work? how many gears? manually selectable?
Hey there! This motor is geared, as in planetary gears, vs. direct drive motor. It’s a single speed, with one gear. It would be sweet if it did have a variable gear drive though!
Hi That coil on the bottom for the power is that something that can accidentally snag something? I'm not sure if that bothers you?
Hey Paul! I haven't had any issues with the coil yet. My mom actually got the review model for her birthday, and has been riding it every day since she got it and also hasn't snagged it on anything. She rides 90% on road and sidewalk, so she's not really putting it in any situation where that might be a danger.
I was considering buying this as well but that coil is bothersome for aesthetics and possibly being snagged. You can see how well they hide it on their website and ads.
I currently own a Specialized Creo SL Carbon and, with the extra external battery (called the "Range Extender") I can easily obtain 50 miles+ under the programming I use in the Mission Control app and by deftly moving between the various levels (I have a handlebar mounted two button control to change levels which makes this very easy to do). I would like this bike to go 35ish miles with, say, around a 1000-1200 foot elevation. But...my system has 480 watt hours while this system has only 250 watt hours, not to mention that the 36 volt system is 2/3rd's as efficient as the 48 volt system. My guess is that I'd be lucky to get 25 miles out of one battery charge.
My system can generate 35 NM and that feels very good, doesn't feel like the system is jolting you forward and, in fact, feels more like your own legs are doing the work.
How easy is it to carry an extra battery and exchange it? Is there any problems transporting this bicycle on an airline (in terms of the battery)?
When not pedaling, in the pedal assist mode, does the motor completely disengage? Is there motor drag?
The problem with an extra battery is that it's in the seat post. If you buy another battery you would have to take the seat on and off of each battery.or carry two seats
@@andrewpark7242 Yes, toting an extra battery is out of the question for most users. I agree.
As for air transport, I would ship the battery separately as this battery wouldn't be allowed in the cargo on a commercial airline.
I'd prefer the "S" model as the user wouldn't be stuck with only one gear, as what comes with the belt driven "X" model reviewed here.
Great video.. didn't show or talk enough about the belt drive..which is awesome.
Hey John! That's a fair comment on the video! This was actually my first experience with a belt-drive, and now that I've had several different run-ins with them now, I would agree that they are awesome for some use cases, and I probably would have spent more time talking about it, if I did another Carbo review. :)
Thanks for this video. Its still relevant today. Potentially stupid question but does the model x with single speed allow you to coast ? Ie. Its not like a fixed gear where you need to keep pedalling ?
That's an excellent question actually! You definitely can still coast. It's not a fixed gear, with the ability to brake by stopping the pedaling motion. Just a single speed. And it's geared pretty nicely for the speed and style of bike as well. No ghost pedaling and not too hard to start off either. My mother rides this one and has had it for about a year. She's still loving it and hasn't had any problems with it that I'm aware.
One correction: it’s defo not the lightest electric folding bike. Look at Hummingbird’s electric at 22lb.
It's the lightest "sexy" folding bike imo 😉⚡⚡👍👍
@@matjaro How does 31lb make the Carbo lighter ‘in your opinion’ than the Hummingbird? The Carbo is 31lb, the Hummingbird 22lb. The Carbo is not the lightest by far. If you can’t accept simple facts then your channel has no merit as a place to assess e-bikes.
@@petergilbert72 you misread my comment and glanced over the "sexy" part, I am not the reviewer btw ;)
@@matjaro ok I hadn’t realised you aren’t the reviewer! Sorry! I read ‘sexy’ but it’s not actually lightweight. It could be the most sexy normal weight folding bike, or even most sexy folding e-bike! You may think I’m pedantic, but there are so many e-bikes claiming they are the lightest when they’re not. (But that’s just my opinion 😉)
Would love to know if it goes up larger hills.
Hey Linda! We're currently working on our long-term review of the bike, and we will definitely be taking it up a few hills to test out the climbing capabilities. :) Thanks for watching!
I test rode mine on a hill that is pretty steep and goes up for 4 city blocks. Even the 250 motor on the Carbo X gave plenty of pedal assist for the job, and I am NOT in good shape. I am relatively light, however at 140 lb. The 350 motor even in eco mode made me feel like it was going to leave me in the dust :). The throttle by itself was also sufficient on both bikes. If you have steep hills and really want to maintain 20 mph the 350 is probably the better choice.
@@UmmuTahir Hi Trina-So helpful to find your posts. Can you weigh in on what would happen with the 250W on hills if you could give very little pedal assist? And by "leave you in the dust" , lol, you mean it felt like too much power, ie more than you could control? I too want to get exercise, but realistically, there will be times when I'll have to rely on the bike. Any more detail and specifics on your choice of 250 over 350W is welcome. (I'm only 115# and not looking for speed.) Also I hope to use this on different terrains and trails, basically everything except mountain biking. Have you had a chance to ride off paved surfaces? Thanks!
@@Trenchant468 I haven’t had any problem getting up hills with the 250 and I weigh 145. Yes I meant that 350 felt like I might wind up sitting on the sidewalk behind it when it takes off if I am not careful. 😂 I’m sure I could get used to it and it would be fun. But realistically I don’t ride anywhere that requires that much power.
You can still push it without activating any power? Example, say battery fully went dead, can you just push it back home?
Hey there! You can push it home, or still pedal it like a regular bike :) Even without power.
Newbie to the belt drive system. As compared to shifting gears. Can I ride this in bike mode and switch gears . Or does it stay in one gear. If so what happens if I need more or less torque ?
Hey there! Great questions! I'll see if I can answer those clearly for you. 1. There are no gears to shift, so I would think about it as a single speed bike. You can change the level of pedal assist, but that's the only thing that changes. 2. There are some internally geared, carbon belt motors, but I'm like 90% positive that this is not the case here. So, in my experience, the only way to get more or less torque, is to increase the level of PAS that you're driving with. Now, I don't think that changes the true torque of the motor, but it's perceived as having more power, torque, etc. My mom, who has this bike now, loves it and still rides it every day, usually staying in PAS 1, sometimes 2. She does like to brag about how she doesn't need the top PAS, but I think she doesn't love going fast like the rest of us :P
@@Ennovation Thanks for the detailed answer ! How reliable has her bike been ? There are not many reviews from owners of this bike.
Does the motor hum when you ride?
Hey Liza! This motor was pretty quiet, compared to other rear-hub motors I've tested. Wouldn't say that the motor noise stuck out to me very much.
So far I've seen almost all these e-bikes are designed for carrying them with you at all time. I mean if you could not carry with you just in cast and lock it up with a bike u-lock at the bike-stops, at lease you have to remove and carry the battery/seat with you for anti-theft. That's a bit inconvenience. And they are not cheap at all! Hopefully the designers and manufacturers can come up with something on this issue. Until then, I will really take another serious look on these products.
@Kay Flip True. Toronto Is just a little better than NYC and catching up quickly.
@@Loyee2000 Having a bike stolen is NOT a fun experience from what I hear, and you're right about the seatpost batteries being a bit of a hindrance for locking up. I hope they do come up with some good solutions for doing so, because I'm a fan of the seatpost battery and would love that to be more convenient to keep it safe.
One option would be a cafe lock to the rear wheel and you can attach a chain, Abus and Axa sell these products for locking the bike
How solid is the bike? All components are reliable? Do you recommend this bike even for a bit longer trips, 30-40km? Maximum range in eco-mode is around 50-60km?
Hey Mattias! All the components seem to be industry-standard or above. We're VERy impressed by the build quality. It should stand up to the longer rides easily. If it were me going on those long rides, I would probably make sure to get the Fenders and Rack. I'm thinking carrying equipment or luggage with the rack and the fenders will keep all that street water off your butt, always a positive thing :P I might also look at getting bigger pedals...maybe not, but for longer rides that might be nice.
@@Ennovation thanks for your feedback 😀
Excellent review. Well done. Thank you.
Thanks, Gavin! It's a pretty slick machine and we had a lot of fun riding it.
Thanks for the review! Is the bike a good fit for those bike trails paved with crashed gravel, common on those rails-to-trails projects?
Hey there! You are most definitely welcome :) My mom (who has this review model now) was actually here a few months ago and we took it out to a park where there is this exact type of trail, and it handled itself perfectly. No slips, just kept rolling like we were on concrete. Now, if there were larger sized gravel pieces, you'd still probably be fine, but I would just keep in mind that the tires are on the smaller side of things, so they wouldn't do too well trying to go over golf-ball sized chunks, but this bike will handle regular type of crushed gravel, and other parts of the rails-to-trails.
@@Ennovation Thanks!
@@sowellfan1234 You're welcome!
Thank you so much for your video! I have 3 quick questions that hopefully you can help with.
1) do you have to come to a full stop each time before you change to a different petal assist?
2) do they offer an upgrade to a different LCD screen, maybe a multi-colored one?
3) do they offer an upgrade to different rim styles, ones without spokes?
Again, very helpful video!
Hey Nick! Let me see if I can be of some help here.
1. No. This is usually the case for most electric bikes (at least all I've personally been on). PAS can be adjusted at any point, going or stopping.
2. I don't think so...they didn't then, and i'm not sure if they've brought one to market at this point.
3. I don't think so. It looks like wheels aren't an option to be changed around on the ordering screen, but might be something you can talk to customer support about. I would lean towards no, though.
Nicely lit video. The natural light looks great on screen. 9:10 not able to see screen because the camera needs to be at the same hertz as the screen.
Hey Gary! Thanks for the kind words! Yeah, I, unfortunately, had to increase my shutter speed to expose the scene correctly (I have since upgraded to some ND filters for the GoPro, so shouldn't have this issue again!) That is the reason I recorded the screen and overlayed it to the bottom left screen there. Rookie mistakes :P Thanks for watching, Gary!
One quick question: Is there a motor cut-off when you squeeze the brakes?
There is!
I’m hesitating between the gocycle GXi and this one.
I don’t really care about the gocycle design as such so I’m more tempted by the carbo which is much cheaper and lighter.
My only concern/question: in comparison with gocycle that is quite comfortable, do you think the carbo can be used for commuting or is it rather for short journeys ( last-mile) ?
Hey there! Thanks for stopping by and watching our review! So, in short, I do think that this could be used for a city commuter quite effectively (depending on terrain, and things you'd need to transport in your commute) If we're talking about a laptop and things that could easily fit in a backpack, or a small briefcase that we could throw on a back rack, then this could easily fit the bill. FOR ME, I found the thinner saddle they offer to give me a little soreness when going on rides of around 10 miles or so, so I might opt for the other saddle option they have, or look to upgrade that to something that fits my butt a little better. They also have that angled stem/straight stem option, so depending on your reach, that may be something to decide on as well. Once you get to the office you need very little space to store it! You can wheel it by keeping the stem unfolded, till you get to your desk, or I personally just carry it fully assembled because the balance is pretty good, and carrying it streamlined against my body is easier, than having to counter the balance of holding the wider package of the bike fully compacted. Not that it weighs anymore, but the physics just makes walking with it fully assembled I found to be easier. BUT once I'm where I need to store it, it'll break down quickly and slide into a closet, or under the desk out of the way. If I was going to be commuting for LONG distances, say 10-15 miles each way, I may look for something that is a bit bigger and has a battery that can last a bit longer. Although, with this bike when the battery is off, it's very easy to ride as well, unlike other, bigger Ebikes that I might consider for a longer commute.
Carbo has an option for getting fenders and a rear rack here: ridecarbo.com/collections/accessories-for-your-carbo
Does the rear wheel disassemble easily? (ie in case of puncture repaing or tire changing)
@Kay Flip TY nice tip
@@TheMaguvic Yes. Take a picture! Wise, wise words!!
How did you get the Bluetooth to connect to your phone?
Hey there! I followed the steps in the manual if I'm not mistaken. I don't remember every step, but I do remember having to disconnect some other Bluetooth devices from my phone to get it to work. Sorry I couldn't be of more help with actual info but I remember my phone being the issue.l at first.
Can you roll the bike while folded?
Hey there! Yes you can. I didn't test that out when I had it, or didn't record it at least, but I've seen some videos from Carbo that show people doing that.
Can you take out the battery?
Hey Matt! Yes, you can. The battery is actually the seat post and can be removed for charging the battery away from the frame, or for decreasing the size of the folded bike even further.
Just bought one it hasn’t arrived yet it says 20 to 30 days delivery we will see you part with money and then silence
Hey there! Very cool that you got one of these bikes! :) Are you saying it has been 30 days, and you haven't heard anything from Carbo about the delay?
@@Ennovation I bought on 30 November when I paid it said 20 to 30 days for delivery I wanted it for a Christmas present I would of fell in to a delivery for that date so I contacted by chat to company my reply said it could take up to 60 days two months because of covid the page when purchase should inform two months + for delivery very disappointed
@@poppet229 dang...yeah that is an unfortunate change there. Maybe they can update their ordering page to reflect the new covid shipping times. I'll be hoping that it arrives sooner than 60 days for you!
Did U ever get it? They shouldn't charge you until it's shipped?
You look cute in that helmet!!! Great video.
Thanks!
The connection form the battery to the bike underneath looks extremely vulnerable. I doubt this bike would stand up to heavy use from a normal sized rider.
Hey there! Though the connection is close to the ground, if you're riding around on flat surfaces you probably wouldn't have to worry about it all that much, and the actual port connection itself seemed pretty robust, so it might be able to handle quite a bit of everyday stuff, though I think it may start to be found wanting if we went offroad with the bike.
@Kay Flip Hey Kay! That is awesome! My mother ended up getting one as well, and she rides it to work every day. (1 mile commute on flat ground) but similarly, she hasn't had any issues and still loves her Carbo :P Glad it is working out for you!
What's involved in removing the rear wheel? I ask because that is my plan if placing it in a luggage unit while traveling by air (I'd be mailing the battery to my destination prior to the trip since this size battery wouldn't be allowed on commercial aircraft). And, of course, there's the old flat.
Not too much more than a traditional bike. The plug for the motor is right there, so no need to go find it, that's convenient. Then you'd loosen the back axel bolts, push the belt out of the way and slide it out. They made it pretty simple, in my opinion.
@@Ennovation Thanks for that. If one wanted to carry a 2nd, back-up, battery can that be exchanged for the one in the seat tube? I've heard that it can't and one must carry another, entire, seat tube. Say it ain't so.
I would love to figure out how to overide the speed limit. I use it to travel around my farm, would be great if it could make it to 20MPH. Any advice would be appreciated.
Hey, D. There is a way to do it. It's a bit complicated and involves using a third-party app and some programs I got from the Carbo team on google drive. I'm not sure I have access to those anymore, but I did attempt to do so and wasn't successful. I had some Bluetooth connectivity issues if I remember correctly. Carbo may have an app now...but I'm not sure, maybe they've streamlined the process. They have a client portal, which I don't have access to either, that may have some tutorials or community guides on unlocking that limit for you. Portal is here: portal.ridecarbo.com/ I hope that helps, and also that you'll get that speed limit unlocked :)
guys do you know what was the price for top range on indiegogo when it launched first back in 2018?
Hey there! I'm not sure what it went for during their crowdfunding campaign. Would be interesting to see what sort of deal the backers got!
You would have waited 2 years for that bike
how you turn the front light on? First I get an S model when I ordered X model, so not Carbon Belt (ripped me off), and now nothing tells me how to turn on the front light...
@Kay Flip not in my manual, which is just specs. Thanks Kay
I placed my order 2 weeks ago, sent 5 emails ask for shipment and got NO response. Very weird likely the whole company disappear, anyone same with me?
Hello Lee,
Hope you are doing well :)
I am sorry for the lack of communication, we are working hard to answer everyone on time.
We already responded to your emails privately :)
Let us know if there's anything else we can help you with!
Cheers,
The Carbo team
No response? Mmmm
what's the diameter of the seatpost?
Hey Julie! Thanks for stopping by to watch our review :) The seatpost diameter is 50mm. It's pretty big, since the seatpost is the battery.
Hi there! I might be moving to the UK, so I need a bike that fits their regulations. I know throttle without pedaling is not allowed there, but a throttle mode that requires very minimal pedal motion is OK. Would this bike do that in pedal assist, or is quite a bit of pedaling required to get to 10-15 mph (on the flat)?
First, I gotta say I'm not an expert on the UK regulations. There are alot of different things I hear about what's allowed, and where it's allowed. Carbo seems to have a few customers who are from the UK, and I've seen some reviews on their site and nothing mentioned about being out of regulations. Those are just some clues, and not necessarily a go-ahead, imo. They have an app, which I believe you can use to contain the speed limit to UK standards, and they offer a version without a throttle (which was the one I reviewed). I would think this wouldn't be a bad get for both the US and UK, if it fits your needs as well of course. Getting the battery over and back might be tricky, as I've heard some stories about shipping and batteries and all that stuff.
@@Ennovation Thanks. Could you comment on how much pedaling is necessary to get to 10-15 mph using pedal assist? Due to a health condition, I can't pedal very much.
@@rm5700 From what I remember it's not too much. But it does utilize a torque sensor as well, so it is a bit more responsive as far as giving you power, or not, based on pedaling, so it might be a bit more on the "you gotta be pedaling to go" side of things. The X is also a belt-drive, so you couldn't fake it out by going in high gear and pedaling slowly to get up to the top speeds like with one of their other models. So if you can't have the throttle, and you need something you could pedal less, but still get the power from the bike, this one might not fit that bill exactly. I would see if you could test ride one, but that might not be a super viable option.
@@Ennovation Thanks -- that's very helpful. I did contact them regarding a test ride, and the only dealer in the US at the moment is in NYC. They suggested joining their FB group and asking if anyone in my area who owns a Carbo would be willing to let me take it for a spin. Anyway, thanks for the video and the responses -- really appreciate it!
@@rm5700 The group isn't a bad idea...Ebike people, in general, are pretty awesome folks :) Thanks for stopping by and supporting the channel and I wish you well on your future Ebike journey.
how is the ride since it has no suspension ?
Hey there! The ride is surprisingly smooth! You still feel little bumps and things like that, but those Schwalbe tires with the balloon-like technology do a good job of smoothing the ride out. It's definitely not a full-suspension sort of ride, but for cruising around on the concrete, this thing is pretty comfortable, at least in my experience.
This will change your life.
Do you offer a discount code for this bike?
Hey there! Currently, we don't have an offer code set up with Carbo for this model. If that changes I'll be sure and let you know :)
$300 off black friday (see website)
@@hasan_z Thanks, Hasan!
Can the handlebar post be lowered?
Hey there! On our unit, They can’t however, I’m not sure if they’ve updated the bike to include that, since our review is 2 years old at this point. So, for us, no. But maybe they’ve added that as an option!
I am thinking about ordering a Carbo, but is steering stable enough to ride without hands?
Hey Jason, I would concur with Kay's comments below. The bike is very light, and although it makes it steer very well, there is not a lot of weight, or thicker tires here to keep your balance easily. Now, I did try and could do so for a short amount of time, but it's not something I would want to do for a while. Thanks for stopping by and checking out the channel!
Hi Jason, I would like to share my recent experiences with rideCarbo. I placed an order in February and still have not received the bike. Pre sale service was great but the after sale service is terrible. They always blame custom holding off the delivery. If you search around, few other customers living in different countries encountering the same issues. I don’t want to give bad reviews before trying the bike. But the after sale service is really pissing me off
@@carlylee0623 Makes me not want to order one? Have you got it now? Thanks
What is the gearbox for these bikes?
Hey there! The gearing, according to Carbo, is: Carbon belt drive / Gear Ratio: 83/26T
just order one ,I wonder what is seat post diameter.
It's 50mm
Given its a folding bike, it would be nice to see the folding operation.... it folded....
Hey Simon! I was hoping I hadn't just forgotten to show that :P It looks like I do the folding and demonstrate that at the 13:30ish mark. It's not in-depth or anything, but I do demonstrate how easy it is :) I appreciate you stopping by to watch our reviews! We've got some more Ebike reviews hitting the channel real soon.
the problem is no electric power. Eco Tour turbo is out. No repair shop and some other velo shop don t want to touch another company velo problem. Their help is only by email....
Hey there! Sorry to hear about your issue! Has Carbo been able to remedy the situation through email?
They are able to write to us and send video and pieces of velo but for analysing diagnostic by virtual contact with no experience from a customer........
@@thereselacaille6613 Yeah that sounds like that could be a frustrating situation. I hope they'll get this figured out for you, and for future customers.
Nice but expensive! 💰
It is a nice one! Super light, had somewhat of a quality feel to it, torque sensors just tons of fun to ride around. It is a bit pricey though :P
over 2k for a 250watt motor 7ah battery way overpriced
4 years ago I think the price for the full carbon fiber frame, belt, and portability was decent, but I don't think it really makes much sense in this market. If it had a 15Ah battery and a 500-watt motor that might make sense, or even this same build at a lower price.
@@Ennovation They actually increased the price to 2699$ and if you want a throttle its 50$ more, I've never seen an ebike company offering a throttle as an optional upgrade.. a throttle on Amazon is like 12$
Who can seriously ride any bike where your legs are as bent as in the video. For me buying a bike without test riding it first would be like buying a pair of shoes on line that you have never worn before.
From the review side, I usually test ride most bikes with my seat too low, and that's just an aesthetics thing for the video. That way people can see as much of the screen and other cockpit-related things while we're doing the review. With this one, You can get some pretty decent extension on the seat, plus you've got the two options with the handlebars (straight or angled). I agree with you 100% on not being able to test ride your bike first. I usually recommend that people take full advantage of local shops and dealers with the consumer brands that have that option. I have a friend over here who got an Aventon Aventure and thought he was going to love it, but just wasn't the ride feel he was expecting. He could have saved himself the trouble and hopped on one at a local shop prior to purchase in that case. He was able to sell it to somebody else within the week for basically what he paid for it, so not a total loss, but test rides are where it's at!
(Just so you know, I have bought my most comfortable shoes ever online. Of course, I like a certain brand, but I also know that I can send them back free of shipping charges.) I bought an e-bike online and love it, but am looking at this one because it weighs 1/3 of what my current bike does.
Useless review. Just some general platitudes. Dude, you talk too much! Way too much! Damn, a 21 minute review that could have been done in less than half that time. On top of that you don't answer the most important question I have. Wha t percent incline will it handle?
Hey there! First off, that’s a fair assessment of the review. Fortunately for us, I’ve got a lot better and much more detailed/focused with the things we do discuss. As far as a number for incline, I’m not sure about a figure for that. I tested it on a hill that was probably close to a 15-20 grade. It didn’t handle that super well. It was going, but I was definitely having to help it out a bit. I did have the the 250w version, so the extra 100 watts may have helped in the hill department, but probably not in a super noticeable way. If it were me I wouldn’t get this one if hills were a big factor in my decision.
Anyone get this bike and only have problems also with the company They won't help at all I need to find a place in the city that will actually work on the bike. No bike shops will touch it.
Dang! Sorry to hear that you're having issues with it. I gave this exact bike to my mom when I finished the review, and she's almost got 1,000 miles on it and rides it 3-4 times weekly, without any issues. So, possible you got a bad one there. I hope you can get it resolved quickly!
Not only haven't I got it working no one is willing to work on it because no one has a clue how to fix them. It's by far the worst bike I ever owned. The bike is not sturdy. Everything breaks within two months for me and I just ridden it. I think about 2530 miles and the customer service they will not pick up the phone. It's all about how you have to email on their website and if you look online, there's no way to find reviews on this bike. It's only on their website, which says a lot.
Honestly, I wasn’t 100% sure they were in business anymore. Cause how many years ago was this review?!? lol If they are going to be selling bikes, I would hope they could figure out the customer service side of things. I may have an old email I could reach out to. Let me see if I can find that, cause it was so long ago.