@@electricbikebuyer7352 Like most electric bikes it depends so much on how much assistance you use and the terrain you’re riding on but I’d have to say that I would get on average 60-70 miles.
I also have a Ruch/City Speed on order. Can't wait for it to arrive. Just curious, How hard is it to get the bike up to the mid 20s MPH like it is supposed to?
@@Superdummy803 It depends on what kind of shape you’re in. It’s not very hard to hit twenty MPH but you have to work pretty hard to get to mid or high 20’s. But keep in mind I’m in my early 60’s.
How well do the seatpost suspension and the spring saddle work together? I've read that they might counter the effects of each other. Do you notice a greater benefit of both? ... great looking bike, btw!
Thanks for the review. Would you reccomend this bike to someone who is a first time eBike owner? It is currently on sale at Best Buy for about 1799 USD before tax.
Hi, great news, hope you are enjoying your new ride. The saddle and saddle bag are both Brooks of England www.brooksengland.com/en_us/slender-leather-grips.html
Hey there. I got a serial one over there Black Friday sale. Before I purchase it I reached out to my local Harley shop to see if they serviced it. They indicated they sell them as well as service them. Now I need service and they refuse to do so. I'm just curious, where are you get your bike serviced? Have you looked into your local Harley shops and what are they telling you? Other local bike shops will not service e-bikes they did not sell. A huge selling point for me was having the local dealership service it. And now I'm having problems. So disappointing. Just wondering what your experience is
Hi, response from Terry : It’s a SR Suntour. Again, really not necessary. I purchased it for my first ebike and it raised the seat to high for me. It takes up about 4”.
Thanks for this review. I went to a Serial1 retailer today and took the Rush/Cty Speed for a short ride. I loved it! After putting up with my Brompton’s hard Brooks saddle, the stock saddle for Serial1 felt gentle and more than adequate on my bony derriere. The bike also didn’t require a lot of pedaling even when the motor was off. So all my fears that the bike would feel underpowered given its 250w motor was unfounded. I look forward to riding in my neighborhood’s hilly terrain.
Both are great bikes, Specialized have been on the scene longer however the Enviolo gearing system on the Serial 1 is a game changer in my view. Either way would love to hear which one you go for. Dan
Hi, would you be so kind to send me the links for some of the customizations you did? I have the Brooks saddle in black. Are the rest from brooks as well?
Thanks for the question. Both the saddle and saddle bag are Brooks. The bag on the back and the grips are low end and found them randomly online. Brooks had grips with the copper finish but I haven’t been able to find them as of yet.
Hey Adrian, Thanks for your comments, The Handlebar Grips are can be bought here amzn.to/3jmQDdr , The saddle and saddle bag are both bought from Brooks of England www.brooksengland.com/en_uk/challenge-saddle-bag.html, The bag on the rear rack was something Terry (Who Owns the bike) picked up on sale at a local store and not specifically for biking
E bikes Terry...🤤 not going to happen here..glad ur enjoying it but not really a bike... if you cycle without an ebike all the time then I assure you you won't smell like a locker room putting it into anything other than touring when you get to work! Just saying ....
Not having a huge mess of wires on the handlebars is a huge bonus for me.
Agree - having the cables tidy and integrated into the frame adds to the overall look of this bike
Just received my Serial 1 Rush/CTY Speed on Monday and I’m loving it! I’m a former Vanmoof rider and there is no comparison between the two bikes!
Both are great bikes so good to have a comparison- thanks for the comment. What was the range like on the Vanmoof?
@@electricbikebuyer7352 Like most electric bikes it depends so much on how much assistance you use and the terrain you’re riding on but I’d have to say that I would get on average 60-70 miles.
@@edl6016 Overall though what would be the pros or cons between the two bikes? I am thinking about one or the other at the moment.
I also have a Ruch/City Speed on order. Can't wait for it to arrive. Just curious, How hard is it to get the bike up to the mid 20s MPH like it is supposed to?
@@Superdummy803 It depends on what kind of shape you’re in. It’s not very hard to hit twenty MPH but you have to work pretty hard to get to mid or high 20’s. But keep in mind I’m in my early 60’s.
How well do the seatpost suspension and the spring saddle work together? I've read that they might counter the effects of each other. Do you notice a greater benefit of both? ... great looking bike, btw!
Thanks for the review. Would you reccomend this bike to someone who is a first time eBike owner? It is currently on sale at Best Buy for about 1799 USD before tax.
Do you have links to the accessories and upgrades you bought? Specifically interested in the handlebar grips. Thanks!
are there any negative points to mention, with exception to price?
Just ordered mine on sale $2800 off for the Rush/City Speed class 3. Found all the upgrades shown here. Looks amazing.
Sounds like you got a great deal Ron 👍 The saddle and saddle bag are both Brooks of England www.brooksengland.com/en_us/slender-leather-grips.html
Good review. Silly question but, can you change the speedometer/odometer to metric units?
Hi, yes the speedometer/ odometer can be switched to metric 👍
love the leather could you give the part numbers and sources. THanks
The saddle and saddle bag are both Brooks of England www.brooksengland.com/en_us/slender-leather-grips.html
You have any trouble getting parts? I've heard that even getting a replacement or extra battery is very difficult.
Hi man! How is this bike holding up? How much real world range are you getting out of this ebike?
Thanks for your review; it’s very informative. May I ask how tall you are? I’m 6’2”. Would the absence of an adjustable stem be an issue?
Hi, The stem is indeed adjustable. Buying the correct size model and adjusting the seat height will accommodate your 6’2” frame without issues.👍
There is a sizing calculator on the Serial 1 website. Correctly take your measurements as instructed.
I’m 6’ 1/2” and best size was the XL.
Super review. Are you still in love with the bike? Any new lessons learned or issues?
Thanks, Still going strong and no complaints! Check out the site electricbikebuyer.com for more Q&A’s on this bike
Bought the Rush/Cty Speed. Where did you purchase the seat shock absorber stem, and what is the brand and model? Thanks
Hi, great news, hope you are enjoying your new ride. The saddle and saddle bag are both Brooks of England www.brooksengland.com/en_us/slender-leather-grips.html
Love the brown accents. Well done.
Hey there. I got a serial one over there Black Friday sale. Before I purchase it I reached out to my local Harley shop to see if they serviced it. They indicated they sell them as well as service them. Now I need service and they refuse to do so. I'm just curious, where are you get your bike serviced? Have you looked into your local Harley shops and what are they telling you? Other local bike shops will not service e-bikes they did not sell. A huge selling point for me was having the local dealership service it. And now I'm having problems. So disappointing. Just wondering what your experience is
Hi, I would advise contacting Serial1 support. they should be able to direct you to a Harley dealership that will service.
Can I ask what seat shock absorber stem you used?
Hi, response from Terry : It’s a SR Suntour. Again, really not necessary. I purchased it for my first ebike and it raised the seat to high for me. It takes up about 4”.
Anyone have issues on the battery clicking back on the bike
Thanks for this review. I went to a Serial1 retailer today and took the Rush/Cty Speed for a short ride. I loved it! After putting up with my Brompton’s hard Brooks saddle, the stock saddle for Serial1 felt gentle and more than adequate on my bony derriere. The bike also didn’t require a lot of pedaling even when the motor was off. So all my fears that the bike would feel underpowered given its 250w motor was unfounded. I look forward to riding in my neighborhood’s hilly terrain.
I’m having a hard time trying to decide between this and the specialized. The 5000. Price tag wow
Hey Terry, what is the model of the Specialized you are looking at?
The Vado sl 5.0
Both are great bikes, Specialized have been on the scene longer however the Enviolo gearing system on the Serial 1 is a game changer in my view. Either way would love to hear which one you go for. Dan
Hi, would you be so kind to send me the links for some of the customizations you did? I have the Brooks saddle in black. Are the rest from brooks as well?
Thanks for the question. Both the saddle and saddle bag are Brooks. The bag on the back and the grips are low end and found them randomly online. Brooks had grips with the copper finish but I haven’t been able to find them as of yet.
Hey Adrian, Thanks for your comments, The Handlebar Grips are can be bought here amzn.to/3jmQDdr , The saddle and saddle bag are both bought from Brooks of England www.brooksengland.com/en_uk/challenge-saddle-bag.html, The bag on the rear rack was something Terry (Who Owns the bike) picked up on sale at a local store and not specifically for biking
Hi, which color does your saddle have. Brown or honey?
Isn't there a Step through version?
Yes. I have ot
Wait. There's no front shocks? I'm out.
I hear you Kevin. I'm out just knowing its an e- bike!
I’m wondering how feasible it would be to add front shocks.
E bikes Terry...🤤 not going to happen here..glad ur enjoying it but not really a bike...
if you cycle without an ebike all the time then I assure you you won't smell like a locker room putting it into anything other than touring when you get to work!
Just saying ....
DO NOT BUY THIS BIKE! Company lies to owners about updates to make sales, and replacement parts are impossible to get.