Why didn't you adjust the Seatpost for your body size? It looks very exhausting to see you pedaling with the legs never straightened out. Reminds me like i used to adjust the saddle on my childbike when i just learned riding and was still afraid if my feet could not touch the ground in all circumstances. Made for a very straining ride. You loose a lot of power and comfort with a saddle as low as that. Don't be afraid if the saddle is higher that the handlebar, because this is a racing bike frame geometry which is meant to have a positive saddle to handlebar ratio. Makes for a sportive posture and makes you go faster due to less wind resistance. Finding the optimal seat height: Adjust saddle height higher until your heel barely scrapes the pedal at the bottom of the pedal stroke with the knee fully extended.
at 33lbs the Story Bikes Road Bike can be unlocked to go 28 mph (350W motor) and also features a hidden battery as well as a 9-speed Shimano Alivio shifter and hydraulic brakes.
Most commenters completely miss the point of this bike. Its point is not to compete with those stupid huge, 80lbs motorcycle looking thingies with pedals that ride itself at 50mph. I mean why the f would anyone want a heavy motorcycle looking thingie with pedals that rides itself - get the electric motorcycle then (facepalm). This bike is mean't for the people who want to ride it as normal bike or use assistance when going uphill, against heavier wind etc. or go to work in hot days without sweating like a pig. This bike makes riding easy with reasonable speed by making pedaling lighter.
That is a beautiful bike. In a city we spend most of out time between 0-15 mph. Especially with stop and start and hills. Carbon belt , brooks saddle and it looks great. How about range for you. How far can you go?
thanks, Kees! this model has a top speed of 15 mph, which is set by the company before it ships. that top speed is locked in the app, but maybe there will be an update later that allows it to be changed? the motor here is a 250 watt nominal motor with 40 Newton meters of torque, but it probably does have a peak wattage of around 450 or so. do you have this bike as well? if so, does the one you have come with the settings you mentioned?
Hi Brent I do have the Curt Since August this year and very happy with it also, If you dive into the app under Vehicle you can change the power settings, was not clear for me also in the beginnening, but have now two different setting one all max and one limited for cycling off road, hope this helps !
Kees de Kok WHAT?! no way that’s awesome. i looked but couldn’t find that setting. i’ll look again though because that would be great for anyone who doesn’t have to abide by the 15mph limit. thanks for pointing this out! also, how you liking it? anything else you can add about it? it’s always cool hearing feedback from other people who have the same bike/scooter/skateboard being reviewed
Hi Brent, you can only change the settings if you are connected with the bike I just discovered. Via the menu click on Vehicle and then on normal or boost settings mode , if connected you will be able to change the settings bij just clicking on it. I learned that a bit of patience when starting to cycle is worth it, then the bike gives you a good push and then its easy sailing, I cyceled about 1000 km with it till so far (about 600 miles) I call it cycling 2.0 no experience can compare with it.
Very nice looking bike, to bad they changed boost mode for the 2019 models to 25km/15mi, it s a bit slow, 35km/21mi boost was the sweet spot! Hope with a future update this will be integrated again.
Unfortunately not:/ they had to do it so their bikes were compliant with all the regulations in europe which also enables them to join services like jobrad etc.. Plus you're not insured in the case of an accident with a speed above 15mph which is also a big problem. I was also very disappointed. Maybe they'll make a new model which you can then register thus making it legal. They did at least make the hill performance and acceleration better on the 2019 models...
Yes you can, I have asked Ampler people and this is what they said: "The frame and the battery are designed in such a way that every professional bike shop is able to remove the battery and, if needed, replace it with a new one in under an hour. To remove the battery, you would have to remove the following in the order given: 1) cranks 2) bottom bracket eccentric 3) power panel wires 4) battery together with the motor controller
To remove the battery, you will need specific instructions provided by Ampler Bikes, and professional bicycle maintenance tools."
Shawn Vega Velez i would say the overall quality and light weight. it’s def not an entry level electric bike and not even the most practical for all situations, but it’s hands down one of the most finely crafted and polished electric bikes i’ve seen so far.
I think background too loud cover any motor noise or any noise .Has not descript any ride ..just saying good and awesome, isn't enough for a review but just may be an introduction. Hope more details review for this again especially for the 3000+ asking price
I’m so jealous! How were you able to get this bike in North America? I would love to buy one, but alas in Canada it seems we can only buy heavy, ugly e-bikes.
Yeah, i think so too. Rim brakes are just much lighter and cheaper than hydraulic disc brakes. While the don't give as much control as disc brake, they still have ample stopping power and don't tend to need as much maintenance and adjustment as disc brakes which start to squeal every few weeks if you don't recenter them often. I feel disc brakes are only worthwile for downhill bikes where you need to brake a lot and the wear of the rim would be a big factor. On a lightwheight city ebike i would go with rim brakes 100% of times.
15mph is the legal limit in Europe (inc UK). Born to be mild! I bought the Stout which is a little heavier as it has a pannier and is not 100% carbon fibre.
I suggest to include in the title or description the price of the vehicle, so one doesn't get angry, to have spent valuable time into looking at a thing that one can't afford
daaaaam that's a poppin bike!!!! gonna an save up for dis but prlly not gonna be abel to get it until im 100 😂 cool review tho my dude.. would really like to see some more electric skatebords too tho!!!!!!!
hi David! check out 2:51. this bike has a 250 nominal watt motor with 40 Newton meters of torque, and likely a 350 or maybe 450 peak wattage. was there any other info you were looking for?
@@electrifiedreviews that's more like it! I have an ebike but enjoy seeing other models! (My Shred would...well, shred this thing!) Looks rite for a soy boy!
@@electrifiedreviews Don't mean to be so harsh on your review. I guess for what it is it's really clean. But price and the whole foxy thing just aren't my cup of tea. A Canadian company. Surface604 offers a model I just received a week ago and I'm nuts about it. The Shred. Electric , 500Wmotor...750Wpeak. Hydraulic brakes(Tektro) motor..Bafang. Top speed 28 mph. Many top components( plus msrp 1900$ left me able to get a 2nd batt., Brookes seat ,Body Float seat post !) So you see for 3000$ I ended up with a beautiful beast. Check them out...mebbe do a review.
Why didn't you adjust the Seatpost for your body size? It looks very exhausting to see you pedaling with the legs never straightened out. Reminds me like i used to adjust the saddle on my childbike when i just learned riding and was still afraid if my feet could not touch the ground in all circumstances. Made for a very straining ride.
You loose a lot of power and comfort with a saddle as low as that. Don't be afraid if the saddle is higher that the handlebar, because this is a racing bike frame geometry which is meant to have a positive saddle to handlebar ratio. Makes for a sportive posture and makes you go faster due to less wind resistance.
Finding the optimal seat height: Adjust saddle height higher until your heel barely scrapes the pedal at the bottom of the pedal stroke with the knee fully extended.
at 33lbs the Story Bikes Road Bike can be unlocked to go 28 mph (350W motor) and also features a hidden battery as well as a 9-speed Shimano Alivio shifter and hydraulic brakes.
Most commenters completely miss the point of this bike. Its point is not to compete with those stupid huge, 80lbs motorcycle looking thingies with pedals that ride itself at 50mph. I mean why the f would anyone want a heavy motorcycle looking thingie with pedals that rides itself - get the electric motorcycle then (facepalm).
This bike is mean't for the people who want to ride it as normal bike or use assistance when going uphill, against heavier wind etc. or go to work in hot days without sweating like a pig. This bike makes riding easy with reasonable speed by making pedaling lighter.
How did you get that color? On their website they only have black.
How come the website doesn’t have the colour as yours ? Is it customisable? Updated review please . Its been two years hows it going.
I am seriously so impressed with your videography and video editing skills.
haha thanks! you da best. ❤️
Impressed and excited!
Actually I need assistant 15mph and up not 0 to 15 mph . But the simplicity of the bike is stunning battery is camouflage
stealth battery :P)
Great video!!! This bike looks really cool!
Bookbuzz thanks! glad you dug it
Amazing as always :)
VALERIE TEJEDA haha thanks so much and nice to see you again 😉
thanks for the content! how has been your experience with the ampler curt ebike? still happy with it?
OMG! THAT INTRO THO IM DYING HAAHHA
haha glad you liked it. i had to reshoot that like 5 times because i kept laughing too much
Reminds me of the movie, The Hills Have Eyes.
👀
No mud guards? How many miles will it do on full charge? And lastly can you go from it being electric to normal ? Thanks
How did you get the silver Color?
That is a beautiful bike. In a city we spend most of out time between 0-15 mph. Especially with stop and start and hills. Carbon belt , brooks saddle and it looks great. How about range for you. How far can you go?
Nice review but two big mishaps 1: it can easely do 20 mph and the mottor is 450 watt limited to 350 watt in max stettings
thanks, Kees! this model has a top speed of 15 mph, which is set by the company before it ships. that top speed is locked in the app, but maybe there will be an update later that allows it to be changed? the motor here is a 250 watt nominal motor with 40 Newton meters of torque, but it probably does have a peak wattage of around 450 or so. do you have this bike as well? if so, does the one you have come with the settings you mentioned?
Hi Brent I do have the Curt Since August this year and very happy with it also, If you dive into the app under Vehicle you can change the power settings, was not clear for me also in the beginnening, but have now two different setting one all max and one limited for cycling off road, hope this helps !
Kees de Kok WHAT?! no way that’s awesome. i looked but couldn’t find that setting. i’ll look again though because that would be great for anyone who doesn’t have to abide by the 15mph limit. thanks for pointing this out! also, how you liking it? anything else you can add about it? it’s always cool hearing feedback from other people who have the same bike/scooter/skateboard being reviewed
Hi Brent, you can only change the settings if you are connected with the bike I just discovered. Via the menu click on Vehicle and then on normal or boost settings mode , if connected you will be able to change the settings bij just clicking on it. I learned that a bit of patience when starting to cycle is worth it, then the bike gives you a good push and then its easy sailing, I cyceled about 1000 km with it till so far (about 600 miles) I call it cycling 2.0 no experience can compare with it.
Very nice looking bike, to bad they changed boost mode for the 2019 models to 25km/15mi, it s a bit slow, 35km/21mi boost was the sweet spot! Hope with a future update this will be integrated again.
Unfortunately not:/ they had to do it so their bikes were compliant with all the regulations in europe which also enables them to join services like jobrad etc.. Plus you're not insured in the case of an accident with a speed above 15mph which is also a big problem. I was also very disappointed. Maybe they'll make a new model which you can then register thus making it legal. They did at least make the hill performance and acceleration better on the 2019 models...
Yeah, the law should allow at least 30km/h. That would be muuuch better.
Only issue I can see is replacing the battery? Can you access it?
Yes you can, I have asked Ampler people and this is what they said:
"The frame and the battery are designed in such a way that every professional bike shop is able to remove the battery and, if needed, replace it with a new one in under an hour.
To remove the battery, you would have to remove the following in the order given:
1) cranks
2) bottom bracket eccentric
3) power panel wires
4) battery together with the motor controller
To remove the battery, you will need specific instructions provided by Ampler Bikes, and professional bicycle maintenance tools."
This is a great looking bike, but what justifies the $3k price?
Shawn Vega Velez i would say the overall quality and light weight. it’s def not an entry level electric bike and not even the most practical for all situations, but it’s hands down one of the most finely crafted and polished electric bikes i’ve seen so far.
It was easy to set up and easy to maintain
I think background too loud cover any motor noise or any noise .Has not descript any ride ..just saying good and awesome, isn't enough for a review but just may be an introduction. Hope more details review for this again especially for the 3000+ asking price
maybe you'd prefer the written review instead? link in description
Any idea when this will be available in the states? This bike is a beauty! I’d like to upgrade from my rad rover to one of these!
not sure but would love to see this available worldwide
I’m so jealous! How were you able to get this bike in North America? I would love to buy one, but alas in Canada it seems we can only buy heavy, ugly e-bikes.
hopefully they'll be available in North America soon!
can it run without peddaling?
Jesus Savior Yes, no Problem!
Can I get rim break instead of disc break ?
i don't believe so
Yeah, i think so too. Rim brakes are just much lighter and cheaper than hydraulic disc brakes. While the don't give as much control as disc brake, they still have ample stopping power and don't tend to need as much maintenance and adjustment as disc brakes which start to squeal every few weeks if you don't recenter them often. I feel disc brakes are only worthwile for downhill bikes where you need to brake a lot and the wear of the rim would be a big factor. On a lightwheight city ebike i would go with rim brakes 100% of times.
Neat concept but let’s be honest 15mph is just stupid the average pedal bike for a average rider is 11 mph
Greg Palmer I have a feeling once they start shipping to the U.S. the top speed will change to 20 for those models.
Brent McCluskey - Electrified Reviews afaik you could adjust the Speed in the app?
15mph is the legal limit in Europe (inc UK). Born to be mild! I bought the Stout which is a little heavier as it has a pannier and is not 100% carbon fibre.
I suggest to include in the title or description the price of the vehicle, so one doesn't get angry, to have spent valuable time into looking at a thing that one can't afford
hi Robert! sorry to hear you got angry from watching a TH-cam video. hope you have an awesome day!
daaaaam that's a poppin bike!!!! gonna an save up for dis but prlly not gonna be abel to get it until im 100 😂 cool review tho my dude.. would really like to see some more electric skatebords too tho!!!!!!!
hey, city slick! thanks! working on getting some more electric skateboard reviews as well. :)
10 kilo is light
10 kilo is light.
$3k? Bye.
lates
I can get a vektron fro 3.5k
true
Too expensive, rather take a cowboy
Lousy review...no info! What strength motor!?
hi David! check out 2:51. this bike has a 250 nominal watt motor with 40 Newton meters of torque, and likely a 350 or maybe 450 peak wattage. was there any other info you were looking for?
@@electrifiedreviews that's more like it! I have an ebike but enjoy seeing other models! (My Shred would...well, shred this thing!) Looks rite for a soy boy!
David Klein what is a Shred
@@electrifiedreviews Don't mean to be so harsh on your review. I guess for what it is it's really clean. But price and the whole foxy thing just aren't my cup of tea.
A Canadian company. Surface604 offers a model I just received a week ago and I'm nuts about it. The Shred. Electric , 500Wmotor...750Wpeak. Hydraulic brakes(Tektro) motor..Bafang. Top speed 28 mph. Many top components( plus msrp 1900$ left me able to get a 2nd batt., Brookes seat ,Body Float seat post !) So you see for 3000$ I ended up with a beautiful beast. Check them out...mebbe do a review.
@@electrifiedreviews Fixxy thing....man I hate spellcheck!
29 pound is not light
it is for an ebike.
Have you been shopping ebikes? Go lift one of the most popular ebikes on the market, RadRover. Lucky if you can get under 60 pounds.
@@Itsisawnotiseen 10 kilo no more well maybe14
not compared to a high end analogue road bike, but for an ebike it's pretty incredible
bullshit title there are far lighter ones on the market