I know it looks like we were all paid to say this but you’ve earned the hell out of this! I got into riding because of your videos, and I wish you (and Jen) nothing but the best!! PS: Also the engineer/ energica rep explaining that you need to really ride it to appreciate the rims is priceless.
Thanks so much man! It really means a lot. It was hard to ignore the imposter syndrome 😂 but we had a great time. They want a customer for life and I think they have one!
Geez it must be automotive Italy appreciation day, First Tyler Hoover puts out a video about getting invited to Italy to drive Mercedes and later you two get invited to ride new Energicas through the Alps! A vacation, great views, and the best sales pitch ever for upgrading your ride. Congrats!
What an amazing opportunity, glad you guys were selected for the once in a lifetime trip! And the CEO himself there, chatting with the fans, seemed so approachable and humble. This all speaks volumes for the brand. Thanks for another great video, looking forward to the next one as always!
Cheers man! Yeah this trip was so much more than test riding bikes in the Alps. It was so personal. They even brought that up.. how they want to keep that family feel as the company grows. Energica wants riders for life, and I think it's working for me 😂
You guys have earned your trip to Dizgicaland! Such amazing views; would love to cycle up there too. Any chance of showing us on a map where the routes through the mountains are please?
Ahh, you totally both deserved that opportunity. Your videos are far more influential than those of standard journalists, because you properly understand electric motorcycles, you have a great dynamic as a couple, and your video production values are high and entertaining. The Alps are just awesome and my favourite place to ride. Getting back there earlier this month after COVID lockdowns was just pure therapy for me. I'm so pleased that you got to enjoy riding in those landscapes too. Looking forward to your Experia video and your thoughts on it. On paper, it suits my needs exactly, but I have to say, I'm totally in love with my Ribelle, having put over 3500 miles (5600 km) on it in under 2 months! Anyway, once again, great that you both got this opportunity. Very much deserved! 😊👍
Thanks so much!! I'm glad you liked this one. That intro was really special to me because it was a craxy journey to get there, and I'm so grateful for this opportunity. I loved the Experia, as you'll see in the next video, but I'm keeping my Ribelle 😁 I may not be young enough for the Ego but I'm not ready to give up the sportbike life! Can't wait to see more of your videos!
I was about to post something similar. Your genuine enthusiasm, honesty and knowledge means I'm far more interested in watching one of your videos than one by a "professional" journalist. It's great that Energica recognised that and invited you. I still preferred an SR/F to an Eva when I tried both back-to-back though. I'm gonna have to disagree with you on that.😄
@@fred27murphy Thanks Fred! That means a lot 😁 Hopefully I can bring a unique perspective to the Experia review because we were the only riders there who own electric motorcycles.
The both of you deserved this. Had a smile on my face watching this video (and since I'm living in the past here related to NZ, I'm curious about the future video :-D )
Holy frickin heck. It’s just Sam and Jen in the freakin ALPS on some amaaaazing Energica bikes. Insane! Bonkers scenery! A dream come true, that’s for sure. Wow! I didn’t count to wows. I was too busy saying them myself….
These videos help out a lot on deciding whether to buy a Livewire or Energica Esse9. Currently have a Zero SR 15, and want to trade in for new bike. Your experiences on all three brands have taught me the pro and cons an every bike. Outstanding content!
Cheers! I'm glad to be of help :D I think if you like the Zero SR's riding position and want more power / range / charging speed, the SS9 is amazing. If you hate the sound and want to stick with a belt, the Livewire is a great choice.
“Wow” can’t describe those views! Love wine in plastic cups. Miss traveling… I want one of each Energicas now! Can’t wait for the next one! Great video!
4:10 wow, it's such a heavy bike, I find it hard to believe you can tell a difference in just a few pounds, but I trust your senses - (not enough to spend the money for those rims, though, lol, I need to win the lottery first) - man, I can't wait to get my ss9 shipped
The new bikes actually lost 40lbs and the motor + battery were mounted lower, so it feels waaay lighter. The Experia technically weighs the same but feels substantially lighter than that. Those dudes are magic 😂
Good for you guys. It’s crazy that you guys are on their radar. This is my first time researching electric bikes and this was definitely a positive video.
Thanks! Electric motorcycles have been a thing for about 8 years now, and they're finally at a point where the performance, range, and charging speed is good enough that we don't need gas bikes anymore 😁
@@NewZeroland well idk about need gas bikes anymore. I find it cool but I still want the option of an inline 4 or a V-twin. Plus in America we don’t have nearly the charging capacity that you guys do.
Damn, that is a dream of a vacay! Glad that you two got to experience it. As far as the CF rims though, more eye candy than purpose. So very pricey. As always, thanks for the video!
Less weight = less gyroscopic effect = way more flickable. Less unsprung mass = more comfort and road contact. Would be interesting to ride the same bike with both sets of wheels.
I'm only just catching up on all of your videos, starting after you got your speeding ticket. AWESOME! Oh and thanks for keeping your eyes on the road so your viewers can enjoy the amazeballs views of Italy ❤️😁👍
I'm glade Energica invited you and Jen to the world Experia premiere. You totally deserved this experience here in Italy. Ps it would have been nice to meet you guys. Looking forward for the other videos
@@NewZeroland Absolutely take one for the team and let us know if the Ohlin's upgrade is worth the $3500. Maybe you can get Energica to send you a set to test out as a journalist and all. I have a stock suspension Rebelle on the way. Already planning to put in Ohlins if I find the stock suspension limiting. Great video. Really enjoy your work.
@@RealMuroc haha thanks, and congrats on the new bike! I think unless you do a lot of trackdays, the stock suspension is great. I'm keeping mine stock for now.
The Dolomites are so amazing. We went there in 2018. I zoomed around on an F800GS hire bike while my wife cycled all the cool passes. Hope you get to do Stelvio while you are there.
I officially regret selling my Zero now. The sound of the engine and the sights of the Alps just blow me away. We are getting so close to having enough DCFC infrastructure!
@@NewZeroland I would love it. Cash is king however, and I’m fairly certain that I can’t get the quality and battery size I need for the ~$6-$7000 I could get for my current bike. Good to have dreams though!
This looks like a dream come true. I actually lived in the french alpes (chamonix-mont-blanc, bourg-saint-maurice) on the italian border cerca 2014. At the time, I was a “skyrunner”, meaning I would run mid distances high up into the mountains. While I don’t run any more, I have been riding my Zero SR up into the mountains above Ensenada, Baja California. I would love to go back to france/italy to live, take italian immersion courses, and ride energicas. 😎🏍
Zero tells you to get fucked when you're having issues, Energica brings you to the Alps to ride their beautiful bikes. I know where I'm spending my money.
Riiiight??? Hahaha they brought that up actually. Someone at Energica said "we couldn't believe Zero did that to you" 😂 The way Energica takes care of their riders is amazing. They want customers for life, and man it's working.
What an incredible beautiful trip & experience! You are the spokesperson for Energica so they appreciate it! So do we! Are you learning some Italian NZL duo? I hope so! I so wish I could get a Ribelle Evo RS too!😭 Can’t wait for your next adventure on the Experia! Bravi!🇮🇹
Thanks so much! You're right.. it's time to learn Italian 😂 I will said this.. if I wasn't into trackdays, I would buy an Experia right now. That bike is soooo good. Somehow they made it feel as light as a DSR!
@@NewZeroland I hate having notifications on my devices, but I recently set them up for youtube because the algorithm doesn't seem to have my absolute fav youtubers pop up in my feed hardly. Just the other day you popped in my head and I was like, "oh yeaahh NewZeroLand! I haven't seen any content in a while". I was giddy with joy when I saw I had missed your last three vids. I'm pacing myself with them (no pun intended) to make them last. Def looking forward to the factory tour, but this time I'll get a notification :) also so cool you got to meet Micah too! He's another one of my favs. I had a Honda nc750x DCT a couple years ago and loved it! The Experia looks like my dream bike! Gunna be a while before I can afford one though :*(
@@NewZeroland A little tiny bit you can feel the shifts, a lot like a quick shifter. It was the gen 2 model and they had the controller pretty dialed in so the shifting was very smooth. Still crap compared to electric though lol. I currently have a Piaggio BV350 and the cvt is so close to an electric bike. I just love that I can store my knee pads, helmet, riding jacket, battery tender and a full tool kit under the seat easily. also imo scooter ergos are supreme 🙌🏽
The wow-o-metre was stretched in this one! Smoking by the end! Rightly so. Awesome trip. Beautiful views. This must make you two Energfluencers now ;-)
Wow! I overrode my phone to 1080P for this video. Awesome, awesome views. Really looking forward to the Experia video. While you were there did you ask them about a crusier?
I couldn't stop smiling while watching this - happy for you both to be experiencing a trip of a lifetime! Its a well-deserved bonus for sharing your passion for electric bikes. I look forward to seeing the next video as my passion is adventure bikes/riding and I long for the day i can do the Birdsville track on an electric off-roader. And if Harley ever get to mass produce the bikes they built for Long Way Up, maybe you'll be invited to that launch too and can share that with us 😊
Thanks man! I'm glad you liked this. The Experia surprised me. It was waaaay better than I expected, so I can't wait to get that footage up. For touring and light off-road stuff, it's perfect.
There was an early Experia test rider on EMF with a totally glowing review. I think he said something about it being a super charged experience. ;) Your Dolomite footage was rock solid by the way. You've help sell a lot of bikes for Energica so it's nice to see them treating yall so well. But I have to ask, does your butt seem more bougie after riding a 40k tricked out Ego? Like it could never sit on a Hyosung ever again?
Hahaha yea there's no going back now. I'm ruined 😂 Hopefully I can get the Experia footage edited together in the next coupla days. It was way better than I expected, and Energica as a company gave us such an amazing experience over there that I think they have a customer for life 😁
Dang, you were nearby! I sadly have to leave in a few weeks and return stateside but I'll forever love the time I had riding my SR here. Glad you got to experience the amazingness that is riding here in Italy.
@@NewZeroland I am, need to get it packed up in about 2 weeks which has me sad that my riding time is coming to a close here so soon. Wish I could buy an Energica when I get back stateside but I've got a Model Y loan coming to take care of first so I'll be relying on the trusty old SR for a little while longer yet. Will probably be picking up a cheap/used sport touring capable gas bike to hold me over for long range days with the lady.
@@bradk6172 dude nice! Your SR is one of the coolest so I'm glad you're hanging onto it. I'm jealous of your Model Y order. We just started getting them in NZ (years later!) and I can't wait to check one out. Good luck with the move!
@@NewZeroland One of the cool things with this next job is travel opportunities. Speaking of which, just the other day I got a calendar invite for a trip to New Zealand...
Fantastic! I went and test-rode a Ribelle RS this past weekend (in no small part because of your videos) and loved it, so Energica probably owe you at least another trip to Italy. FWIW, I found the stock Marzocchi / Bitubo suspension to be too firm . . . perhaps US-delivered bikes have their suspension set to "adiposo hamburger americano" mode.
Haha weird.. I got my Ribelle from the US and it has that pogo stick / wallow in the rear. Not enough rebound or something.. I have to get a suspension guru to sort it out. Anyway I'm glad my videos inspired you to test ride one! The bikes are great and the company is so cool.
Yeah that would make a great video -- go to a shop to get both your suspension setups dialed in, compare the results, choir of angels singing, etc. And yes the company seems great. Tragically Zero is right in my back yard and I'd love to support them, but the bikes just aren't at the same level (either in terms of the performance or the *passione*). You'd think having the factory close to me for an electric bike would be a bigger plus, but tbh seeing your positive Energica support experiences in a country without even a dealer there kinda sealed the deal for me.
When you said "I'm starting to get the hang of this", I thought 'hopefully not famous last words' - you were totally jinxing it! ;) So happy for you guys, this trip is well-earned! Also: I'm impressed you travelled for two days in the 'wrong' direction without ever complaining about jetlag. I'm old and slightly damaged goods (broke some bones along the way, damaged the little grey cells a little) and I'd be thinking about my next nap the whole time! 😅
Haha thanks Bert! We'll have circled the world by the end of this trip. Time traveling the whole way. That Ego was awesome but the Experia really stole the show. I'll try and get that video up asap.
Whoaaa awesome man! Congrats :D That's a beautiful bike. I got to see one at the factory in that paint scheme and it's the best looking Energica in my opinion!
7:28 ok, now I want to go watch Jen's channel to hear about the SS9+ RS more - does she have a channel? is she the one right in front of you in this shot? (based on rider position) (edit: yes, you say you are following her at 0:19) ... I'm basically buying this ss9+ RS blind, it'll be my first bike ever, so that's like double blind, so please excuse my extra curiosity - your footage is like gold to me at this stage
Haha nahhh, she doesn't, but she needs one! Unfortunately for this first ride the SD card I put in Jenn's Sena already had stuff on it so I only got 8 min worth of footage. She really liked the SS9 though. To sum up: it's the most comfortable and short-person friendly of the Energica line, and the RS has the gearing for quick launches. It seems like a great first bike, so I support this!! 😁💪⚡🔋🇮🇹
If you press number 1 on your keypad while the videos playing, it kinda sounds like an Energica taking off from a stop and then slowing down at the next intersection.
„What are they doing? Just riding?“ Well, work is overrated😺. One can see that you enjoyed it, but what a trip for 2 days. Next time drive north to Austria. If you make it to Vienna the beers and charging (10kW AC) are on me 😎
Yea, if life circumstances were better for me I would 100% pick up that esse esse 9. Now I just have to figure out if they would take a 2017 DSR for trade in...
After being shown Energica's most expensive production bike, seeing the carbon fiber rims with Ohlins suspension and probably feeling like a kid in a candy store, Sam still shows class and asks if he's supposed to ride it. And those mountains, the views... one day! How did you and Jen manage the jet lag flying all the way from NZ?
From random beanie dude to A class prommie........congrats and well deserved. Call me crazy but I do like my ebikes silent. That whine would drive me nuts.
@@moestrei the sound comes from the reduction gears, which are there for performance and also to allow the motor to spin opposite the wheels (to fight the gyroscopic effect). They also use straight cut gears becayse those are the most efficient. It's all there for a reason.
At least one district in Germany (Hochtaunus) has actually banned not only ICE but also E2W! The reason for the ICE ban was noise, why ban electric? Hopefully Italy will take a more sensible approach.
Video came at a perfect time lol. I was trying to figure out if the Ego or Ribelle were more comfortable to ride (I'm 6' foot). You mentioned the handlebars were a little taller on the Ribelle so that is good to know lol
Nice! It depends on your riding style. High speed roads and trackdays: Ego. More comfortable but still sporty twisty road riding: Ribelle. I love my Ribelle and I won't be trading it in any time soon 😁
@@NewZeroland I fall into the latter (comfortable but still sporty lol). While I'm messaging you, I did have a random question - Does the power on the Ribelle drop off if the battery is below 70% or 80%? I read that some bikes do that to help with range? I'm getting mixed info on it because one guy said he didn't notice a drop until about 5% battery remaining. Others said it was noticeable at 70-80%. Figured I might as well ask you too lol.
@@Mr-E. Great question.. my old Ego dropped power at 90% 😂 The new ones are better but they definitely drop gradually. It's more noticeabe around 40% where the acceleration starts being limited and the top speed is less. Full power is pretty bonkers though, so I don't mind a little less power.
@@NewZeroland I gotcha, 40% isn't bad at all, and seems reasonable at that point. You are right... I know I wouldn't be going full power balls to the wall very often. Thanks for clearing that question up and giving some context. It doesn't seem like an issue at all 👍
Do you feel the Ego has good wind protection? Is it good on long rides? Is the experia out soon? Does the windshield on your wife’s eva help against winds while touring?
Yeah the Ego's windscreen / front fairing is great. Not as good as the Experia though. Jenn's Ribelle windscreen is nice and makes it way more comfortable to ride at highway speeds, and even helps the range a bit.
Hey, been following your channel for a couple weeks and let me say you are a great communicators, I really enjoy your videos. In any case I live in Miami and had been considering buying either a Ducati V4 or V2. I drove bikes for 18 years when younger, although haven't had one for last 10 years, yes Am a bit older 😀, anyway considering how hot Miami always is, driving a BBQ grill between my legs at my age had been a deterrent for me to purchase one and that's when I decided to look into electric. So after watching your videos I decided to go to my closest Energica dealer and for a quote for the bike that your driving on this video, an Ego + RS Trivolore but without the carbon wheels. I've seen on your previous videos that weight was your biggest issue , so my question is, would you say that this bike sort of resolved that issue, and how would you compare this one with the Ego you owned, how much better is it. Thx and again live your videos!!!
Hey Michael! Thanks for watching. I'm glad you're liking the videos 😁 Man the new Energicas are something else. They're so much lighter and easier to ride than my old Ego, and the power is insane. Still not as much power as a V4 Panigale, but the instant torque and smooth throttle is such a nicer experience. The heat, too. Also there are fast chargers all over Florida, so road trips are a breeze now. Definitely take one for a test ride if you can. Cheers!
Can a girl with absolutely no experience ride that tre colori bike? I love the aesthetic.I’ve always wanted a motorcycle but never bothered to buy one because I’m too lazy to use a clutch. This seems like a feasible alternative. Is it? FYI: I’m 5’9” weigh 180lbs mostly muscle and can deadlift 70 pounds over my head if that makes any difference. What do you say?
100% 😁 Normally I'd say no, because Energicas are serious performance bikes.. but you could throw it into Eco mode until you get the hang of it. That's the great part about electrics. You can adjust them as your skills improve! So yeah I support this 😂💪⚡🔋
I think this officially makes you are a TH-camr... congrats to you both! you deserve it, you make some awesome stuff.
Oh nooo hahaha, I guess I am. And thanks man! I'm having fun with it :D
3:28 That guy is awesome. "It's the gyroscopic effect, and blah blah."
Hahaha complex technical terms there.
I had the same thought: no marketing bull shit, just down to earth rider to rider
Stefano is fantastic. Super nice guy and a great person to have running the ship in North America.
My heart goes out to you putting up with this for us.
I know.. such a rough gig. Somebody's gotta do it!
😆😂😂🤣 ya poor Jen looks like she got the worst of it at 2:12 really feel for her.
Everytime I check this channel I'm shook to see such a low subcount it's unbelievable.
Aw thanks! That means a lot.
Hear, hear!
2nd: OMG Sam & Jen! Sooooooo lucky! You two deserve it!
Thanks so much! It really was a dream trip :D
Thanks for living the gangsta life for all of us!! Love your channel! What an awesome opportunity to see and Experia-nce!
Hahaha cheers man! It was the best time ever. The Experia was cooler than I expected!
I know it looks like we were all paid to say this but you’ve earned the hell out of this! I got into riding because of your videos, and I wish you (and Jen) nothing but the best!!
PS: Also the engineer/ energica rep explaining that you need to really ride it to appreciate the rims is priceless.
Thanks so much man! It really means a lot. It was hard to ignore the imposter syndrome 😂 but we had a great time. They want a customer for life and I think they have one!
@@NewZeroland not an imposter! Sam & Jenn are the real deal! The only other Electric motorcyclist I follow on TH-cam is...unsurprisingly, Micah.
@@ivanhazelton bwahaha that's amazing! I met him in the shuttle over to the event and told him I was star-struck. Turns out he watches my videos too!
Geez it must be automotive Italy appreciation day, First Tyler Hoover puts out a video about getting invited to Italy to drive Mercedes and later you two get invited to ride new Energicas through the Alps! A vacation, great views, and the best sales pitch ever for upgrading your ride. Congrats!
Yeah man! This was one of the best trips ever and I feel like they have a customer for life now 😂
What an amazing opportunity, glad you guys were selected for the once in a lifetime trip!
And the CEO himself there, chatting with the fans, seemed so approachable and humble. This all speaks volumes for the brand. Thanks for another great video, looking forward to the next one as always!
Cheers man! Yeah this trip was so much more than test riding bikes in the Alps. It was so personal. They even brought that up.. how they want to keep that family feel as the company grows. Energica wants riders for life, and I think it's working for me 😂
You guys have earned your trip to Dizgicaland! Such amazing views; would love to cycle up there too. Any chance of showing us on a map where the routes through the mountains are please?
Thanks man! Yeah I'll have to look up the roads we went on. Each ride was about an hour and a half at these speeds.
Ahh, you totally both deserved that opportunity. Your videos are far more influential than those of standard journalists, because you properly understand electric motorcycles, you have a great dynamic as a couple, and your video production values are high and entertaining.
The Alps are just awesome and my favourite place to ride. Getting back there earlier this month after COVID lockdowns was just pure therapy for me. I'm so pleased that you got to enjoy riding in those landscapes too.
Looking forward to your Experia video and your thoughts on it. On paper, it suits my needs exactly, but I have to say, I'm totally in love with my Ribelle, having put over 3500 miles (5600 km) on it in under 2 months!
Anyway, once again, great that you both got this opportunity. Very much deserved! 😊👍
Thanks so much!! I'm glad you liked this one. That intro was really special to me because it was a craxy journey to get there, and I'm so grateful for this opportunity. I loved the Experia, as you'll see in the next video, but I'm keeping my Ribelle 😁 I may not be young enough for the Ego but I'm not ready to give up the sportbike life! Can't wait to see more of your videos!
I was about to post something similar. Your genuine enthusiasm, honesty and knowledge means I'm far more interested in watching one of your videos than one by a "professional" journalist. It's great that Energica recognised that and invited you.
I still preferred an SR/F to an Eva when I tried both back-to-back though. I'm gonna have to disagree with you on that.😄
@@fred27murphy Thanks Fred! That means a lot 😁 Hopefully I can bring a unique perspective to the Experia review because we were the only riders there who own electric motorcycles.
Legends, awesome stuff and we'll earned! Thanks for the great vids as always! 👍
Cheers!
Very cool. Glad you guys got to take this trip.
Thanks man! We had the best time ever.
The both of you deserved this. Had a smile on my face watching this video (and since I'm living in the past here related to NZ, I'm curious about the future video :-D )
Thanks Rick! It was the best trip ever and I can't wait to share more footage.
Holy frickin heck. It’s just Sam and Jen in the freakin ALPS on some amaaaazing Energica bikes. Insane! Bonkers scenery! A dream come true, that’s for sure. Wow! I didn’t count to wows. I was too busy saying them myself….
Hahaha thanks man 😂 What a cool experience, right?? We were blown away. Energica has customers for life now.
I’ve really enjoyed the two of you making videos. It’s awesome to see the enthusiasm shared between the two of you and makes for a fun video.
Hey thanks Kaze! That means a lot :D
SO JEALOUS! Sounds like you guys had a pretty good time. Super happy for you!
Thanks man! It was the best :D
omg, how awesome is that, congrats on getting invited to the launch event!!!
Thanks! Haha you left so many comments so I'm replying to all of them.
@@NewZeroland sorry, I got a little excited : )
These videos help out a lot on deciding whether to buy a Livewire or Energica Esse9. Currently have a Zero SR 15, and want to trade in for new bike. Your experiences on all three brands have taught me the pro and cons an every bike. Outstanding content!
Cheers! I'm glad to be of help :D I think if you like the Zero SR's riding position and want more power / range / charging speed, the SS9 is amazing. If you hate the sound and want to stick with a belt, the Livewire is a great choice.
Living off an Energica Experia while climbing in the alps sounds like a dream.
It was, man. It really was. I don't think I'll top this trip for a long time.
“Wow” can’t describe those views!
Love wine in plastic cups. Miss traveling…
I want one of each Energicas now!
Can’t wait for the next one! Great video!
Cheers man! It was one of the coolest trips ever, even if it was only 2 days. The Ego was sexy but the Experia really stole the show.
4:10 wow, it's such a heavy bike, I find it hard to believe you can tell a difference in just a few pounds, but I trust your senses - (not enough to spend the money for those rims, though, lol, I need to win the lottery first) - man, I can't wait to get my ss9 shipped
The new bikes actually lost 40lbs and the motor + battery were mounted lower, so it feels waaay lighter. The Experia technically weighs the same but feels substantially lighter than that. Those dudes are magic 😂
Good for you guys. It’s crazy that you guys are on their radar. This is my first time researching electric bikes and this was definitely a positive video.
Thanks! Electric motorcycles have been a thing for about 8 years now, and they're finally at a point where the performance, range, and charging speed is good enough that we don't need gas bikes anymore 😁
@@NewZeroland well idk about need gas bikes anymore. I find it cool but I still want the option of an inline 4 or a V-twin. Plus in America we don’t have nearly the charging capacity that you guys do.
Damn, that is a dream of a vacay! Glad that you two got to experience it.
As far as the CF rims though, more eye candy than purpose. So very pricey.
As always, thanks for the video!
Thanks man! It really was a mind blowing trip. And I dunno.. everybody says CF rims are the best performance upgrade you can get!
For the track maybe,. And you have to be careful of pot holes and tire changes. Beautiful bike though
Less weight = less gyroscopic effect = way more flickable. Less unsprung mass = more comfort and road contact. Would be interesting to ride the same bike with both sets of wheels.
It does matter, but anyone riding hard enough to "feel" that difference on the street is really asking for it
What a journey. Good for you guys. Thanks for sharing.
Cheers man! Thanks for watching :D
I'm only just catching up on all of your videos, starting after you got your speeding ticket.
AWESOME!
Oh and thanks for keeping your eyes on the road so your viewers can enjoy the amazeballs views of Italy ❤️😁👍
Hahaha cheers, Sensei! Glad you're still liking my vids 😁 This was such a fun trip!
What an amazing place to ride. I can't believe the views. Makes me want to plan a trip and tour it!
Doooo it!! I want to immediately retire and move there forever.
I'm glade Energica invited you and Jen to the world Experia premiere. You totally deserved this experience here in Italy. Ps it would have been nice to meet you guys. Looking forward for the other videos
Thanks so much! Next time we'll stay longer than 2 days haha.
Lol. Not gonna lie I have been wanting upgraded suspension. Also you are right. Stefano is awesome!
That Ohlins felt reeeeally good. Might have to sneak some home in my luggage.
@@NewZeroland Absolutely take one for the team and let us know if the Ohlin's upgrade is worth the $3500. Maybe you can get Energica to send you a set to test out as a journalist and all. I have a stock suspension Rebelle on the way. Already planning to put in Ohlins if I find the stock suspension limiting. Great video. Really enjoy your work.
@@RealMuroc haha thanks, and congrats on the new bike! I think unless you do a lot of trackdays, the stock suspension is great. I'm keeping mine stock for now.
The Dolomites are so amazing. We went there in 2018. I zoomed around on an F800GS hire bike while my wife cycled all the cool passes. Hope you get to do Stelvio while you are there.
Nice!! We did Stelvio a few years ago, and you're right, it's epic. I really want to go back and spend a month exploring all those roads.
Man, incredible views! Unreal!!! Thumbs up of course what a place to ride. So cool!
Thanks bro! It was a crazy experience 😁
Well deserved for your enthusiastic and informative posts
Thanks so much!
I officially regret selling my Zero now. The sound of the engine and the sights of the Alps just blow me away. We are getting so close to having enough DCFC infrastructure!
Time to get an Energica???
@@NewZeroland I would love it. Cash is king however, and I’m fairly certain that I can’t get the quality and battery size I need for the ~$6-$7000 I could get for my current bike. Good to have dreams though!
Great to ride with you both through your on-board cameras! It's been a while since I rode in the Dolomites...in an Ecomobile, back in 1991!
Thanks man! It's such a beautiful part of the world 😁
This looks like a dream come true. I actually lived in the french alpes (chamonix-mont-blanc, bourg-saint-maurice) on the italian border cerca 2014. At the time, I was a “skyrunner”, meaning I would run mid distances high up into the mountains. While I don’t run any more, I have been riding my Zero SR up into the mountains above Ensenada, Baja California. I would love to go back to france/italy to live, take italian immersion courses, and ride energicas. 😎🏍
Whoa awesome!! That whole area is so beautiful. Not as warm as Ensenada though 😁 I definitely want to learn Italian and go back for a longer visit.
You both deserve this,so glad you took us along for the ride.🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌👍
Thanks man!
Well now I have to plan a trip to Italy, this looks like such a blast
Dooooo it!
Zero tells you to get fucked when you're having issues, Energica brings you to the Alps to ride their beautiful bikes. I know where I'm spending my money.
Riiiight??? Hahaha they brought that up actually. Someone at Energica said "we couldn't believe Zero did that to you" 😂 The way Energica takes care of their riders is amazing. They want customers for life, and man it's working.
wow that scenery 🤩 Need to get back there. so long ago.
You both had a great time.
Yeah man! It was such an amazing trip.
What an incredible beautiful trip & experience! You are the spokesperson for Energica so they appreciate it! So do we! Are you learning some Italian NZL duo? I hope so! I so wish I could get a Ribelle Evo RS too!😭 Can’t wait for your next adventure on the Experia! Bravi!🇮🇹
Thanks so much! You're right.. it's time to learn Italian 😂 I will said this.. if I wasn't into trackdays, I would buy an Experia right now. That bike is soooo good. Somehow they made it feel as light as a DSR!
Aww Sam you two def deserved this trip! Amazing you guys have a cool relationship with Energica! Loved the cut away @ 1:14 lol
Haha cheers! Glad ya liked this one. It was such a cool trip!! I shot video at their factory too but it'll be a few weeks til I upload that.
@@NewZeroland I hate having notifications on my devices, but I recently set them up for youtube because the algorithm doesn't seem to have my absolute fav youtubers pop up in my feed hardly. Just the other day you popped in my head and I was like, "oh yeaahh NewZeroLand! I haven't seen any content in a while". I was giddy with joy when I saw I had missed your last three vids. I'm pacing myself with them (no pun intended) to make them last. Def looking forward to the factory tour, but this time I'll get a notification :) also so cool you got to meet Micah too! He's another one of my favs. I had a Honda nc750x DCT a couple years ago and loved it! The Experia looks like my dream bike! Gunna be a while before I can afford one though :*(
@@moonshinethics ohhhh awesome! 😂 Thanks! That means a lot. What's DCT like to ride? Do you feel the shifts?
@@NewZeroland A little tiny bit you can feel the shifts, a lot like a quick shifter. It was the gen 2 model and they had the controller pretty dialed in so the shifting was very smooth. Still crap compared to electric though lol. I currently have a Piaggio BV350 and the cvt is so close to an electric bike. I just love that I can store my knee pads, helmet, riding jacket, battery tender and a full tool kit under the seat easily. also imo scooter ergos are supreme 🙌🏽
welcome to Europe ! the Biker's paradise
Thanks! Man it really is. I loved it there.
Really love the idea and look of the Energica Ego+RS. Just a few questions around the weight and cost to replace a battery...
5:00 that's exactly the bike I'll be getting (once it ships), ss9+ rs
The wow-o-metre was stretched in this one! Smoking by the end! Rightly so. Awesome trip. Beautiful views. This must make you two Energfluencers now ;-)
Totally joined the mafia on this trip haha
So cool !!! I’m the most proudest Dad ever !!!
Aw thanks 😁 Those two days felt like 5 days, so I'll spread it out into a few videos. More fun stuff to come!
Living the dream! 😊
Yeah buddy!
Lol that oooweeeee was classic. My exact response
Wubba lubba dub dubbbb
Congratulations!!! You guys deserve it! Sounds so exciting. Really nice job with the editing and music choice!
Thanks so much! It was a really special trip and I had fun editing this first part 😁
Congratulations and thanks for the video is awesome... Very very jealous from Portugal lol
Thanks so much!
YES
It's the best, Jerry. The best!
Wow! I overrode my phone to 1080P for this video. Awesome, awesome views. Really looking forward to the Experia video. While you were there did you ask them about a crusier?
Hahaha nice 😁 Yep, I asked, and they couldn't say anything.. but I'm assuming that means it's coming 😂
I NEED an electric cruiser/tourer.
Love it, love it, LOVE IT.
Man I miss the Dolomites for riding...... and food 😁
Can't wait for the next video
I should have taken video of all the FOOD!!
So amazing!
Thanks!!
I couldn't stop smiling while watching this - happy for you both to be experiencing a trip of a lifetime! Its a well-deserved bonus for sharing your passion for electric bikes. I look forward to seeing the next video as my passion is adventure bikes/riding and I long for the day i can do the Birdsville track on an electric off-roader. And if Harley ever get to mass produce the bikes they built for Long Way Up, maybe you'll be invited to that launch too and can share that with us 😊
Thanks man! I'm glad you liked this. The Experia surprised me. It was waaaay better than I expected, so I can't wait to get that footage up. For touring and light off-road stuff, it's perfect.
Awesome 👊
There was an early Experia test rider on EMF with a totally glowing review. I think he said something about it being a super charged experience. ;)
Your Dolomite footage was rock solid by the way. You've help sell a lot of bikes for Energica so it's nice to see them treating yall so well. But I have to ask, does your butt seem more bougie after riding a 40k tricked out Ego? Like it could never sit on a Hyosung ever again?
Hahaha yea there's no going back now. I'm ruined 😂 Hopefully I can get the Experia footage edited together in the next coupla days. It was way better than I expected, and Energica as a company gave us such an amazing experience over there that I think they have a customer for life 😁
Dang, you were nearby! I sadly have to leave in a few weeks and return stateside but I'll forever love the time I had riding my SR here. Glad you got to experience the amazingness that is riding here in Italy.
Yeah man! What an amazing country. Are you taking your SR with you?
@@NewZeroland I am, need to get it packed up in about 2 weeks which has me sad that my riding time is coming to a close here so soon. Wish I could buy an Energica when I get back stateside but I've got a Model Y loan coming to take care of first so I'll be relying on the trusty old SR for a little while longer yet. Will probably be picking up a cheap/used sport touring capable gas bike to hold me over for long range days with the lady.
@@bradk6172 dude nice! Your SR is one of the coolest so I'm glad you're hanging onto it. I'm jealous of your Model Y order. We just started getting them in NZ (years later!) and I can't wait to check one out. Good luck with the move!
@@NewZeroland One of the cool things with this next job is travel opportunities. Speaking of which, just the other day I got a calendar invite for a trip to New Zealand...
@@bradk6172 ohhh snap! Come on down bro. I have bikes for you to ride :D
Very cool.
Where are the other videos??? I am dying waiting for them :D I want to see the Experia in your hands!!! Everything else can wait :P
Bwahahaha 😂 Gimme a few more days... I thought about splitting it up, but I'll just put everything into one ultimate Experia video.
That was absolutely incredible!
Cheers man!
this is on my bucket list oR Riding in switzeRland mountains.
Go go go! It's such an amazing part of the world!
omg a Rick and Morty reference
In and out, 20 minute adventure! 😁 Ok only 10 minutes.
Fantastic! I went and test-rode a Ribelle RS this past weekend (in no small part because of your videos) and loved it, so Energica probably owe you at least another trip to Italy.
FWIW, I found the stock Marzocchi / Bitubo suspension to be too firm . . . perhaps US-delivered bikes have their suspension set to "adiposo hamburger americano" mode.
Haha weird.. I got my Ribelle from the US and it has that pogo stick / wallow in the rear. Not enough rebound or something.. I have to get a suspension guru to sort it out. Anyway I'm glad my videos inspired you to test ride one! The bikes are great and the company is so cool.
Yeah that would make a great video -- go to a shop to get both your suspension setups dialed in, compare the results, choir of angels singing, etc.
And yes the company seems great. Tragically Zero is right in my back yard and I'd love to support them, but the bikes just aren't at the same level (either in terms of the performance or the *passione*). You'd think having the factory close to me for an electric bike would be a bigger plus, but tbh seeing your positive Energica support experiences in a country without even a dealer there kinda sealed the deal for me.
OMG! That pickup at 10:08 !!!
Right?? So much torque O__O
@@NewZeroland beats my Surron hands down
@@patedwards6968 😂💪⚡🔋🇮🇹
Beautiful ego amazing views
Hello, do you know which brand manufactures the carbon rim? Which model's rims do they fit on RS?
Yep, the carbon wheels are made by BST.
Video! Video! Video!
Yaaa!
When you said "I'm starting to get the hang of this", I thought 'hopefully not famous last words' - you were totally jinxing it! ;)
So happy for you guys, this trip is well-earned!
Also: I'm impressed you travelled for two days in the 'wrong' direction without ever complaining about jetlag. I'm old and slightly damaged goods (broke some bones along the way, damaged the little grey cells a little) and I'd be thinking about my next nap the whole time! 😅
Haha thanks Bert! We'll have circled the world by the end of this trip. Time traveling the whole way. That Ego was awesome but the Experia really stole the show. I'll try and get that video up asap.
Awesome video! I just ordered my Ribelle RS Tricolore 😊😊 Probably going to be on of the only ones in Melbourne
Whoaaa awesome man! Congrats :D That's a beautiful bike. I got to see one at the factory in that paint scheme and it's the best looking Energica in my opinion!
@@NewZeroland Thanks mate. Cant wait! If you guys come to Melbourne say hi!
@@FraserMcLean81 will do! Enjoy that thing. It's the ultimate!!
molto bene!
That ceo 😂, "I'm not saying to push it, but here is fun"
How cool is that guy?? 😂
Amazing bro 👏
Cheers man!!
awesome mate thanks for the share. Not hard to promote a great product......
Cheers man! True that. This bike is epic.
Goin' a hundy on the alps, yooo hahaha
😂
OK, just this once, I forgive you for the lack of explosions. What awesome scenery. Was there something about some bikes in there or something?
😂😂😂💥 Thanks man! It was an epic trip and now I want to move to Italy.
7:28 ok, now I want to go watch Jen's channel to hear about the SS9+ RS more - does she have a channel? is she the one right in front of you in this shot? (based on rider position) (edit: yes, you say you are following her at 0:19) ... I'm basically buying this ss9+ RS blind, it'll be my first bike ever, so that's like double blind, so please excuse my extra curiosity - your footage is like gold to me at this stage
Haha nahhh, she doesn't, but she needs one! Unfortunately for this first ride the SD card I put in Jenn's Sena already had stuff on it so I only got 8 min worth of footage. She really liked the SS9 though. To sum up: it's the most comfortable and short-person friendly of the Energica line, and the RS has the gearing for quick launches. It seems like a great first bike, so I support this!! 😁💪⚡🔋🇮🇹
@@NewZeroland thanks
"Wow: the video"
I never did put that counter up. There were a lot more wows that were cut.
"You have to be aggressive to feel it"
"Like on the race track?"
"Well, I'm on camera..." (What he really wanted to reply)
😂😂😂 that guy likes to have fun
Damn! How my 96 volt f1 (it's an electric replica of the first Ducati) feels like a muppet now!!!
I definitely need a new one;)
Oh yeahhhh take an Energica for a test ride if you can ;D
@@NewZeroland it's next on my wish list😉
If you press number 1 on your keypad while the videos playing, it kinda sounds like an Energica taking off from a stop and then slowing down at the next intersection.
😂 haha wow
„What are they doing? Just riding?“ Well, work is overrated😺. One can see that you enjoyed it, but what a trip for 2 days. Next time drive north to Austria. If you make it to Vienna the beers and charging (10kW AC) are on me 😎
Awesome! Thanks man 😁 Next time I will stay for a month, learn Italian, and ride all the roads!
SAAAAAMMMMMM & JEEEEENNNNNNNNNN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ANNNNND STEFANOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Broooooo!! I got you some swag from Italy :D
Yea, if life circumstances were better for me I would 100% pick up that esse esse 9. Now I just have to figure out if they would take a 2017 DSR for trade in...
Never know! With the Experia coming out, there might be a used SS9+ on the market soon.
After being shown Energica's most expensive production bike, seeing the carbon fiber rims with Ohlins suspension and probably feeling like a kid in a candy store, Sam still shows class and asks if he's supposed to ride it. And those mountains, the views... one day!
How did you and Jen manage the jet lag flying all the way from NZ?
Ohhhh man it was totally a candy store! Top shelf ticolore sweets 😂 We were destroyed by 48 hours of traveling, but way too excited to sleep anyway.
FIRST ON THIS AMAZING VIDEO!
Oh my god i was literally just there, i sisnt know there was an event happening.
No way!! What a small world 😳
From random beanie dude to A class prommie........congrats and well deserved. Call me crazy but I do like my ebikes silent. That whine would drive me nuts.
Thanks man! I asked them about the sound but changing it would actually rob performance. All personal preference I guess.
@@NewZerolandSound vs performance.....I think something was missing in the translation. Look (listen) at other performance EV: Silence.
@@moestrei the sound comes from the reduction gears, which are there for performance and also to allow the motor to spin opposite the wheels (to fight the gyroscopic effect). They also use straight cut gears becayse those are the most efficient. It's all there for a reason.
@@NewZeroland But then almost any vehicle has some sort of reduction gear, straight cut or helical.
Still waiting for a dealer to show up in the Atlanta area.... right now its a bit of a haul to find a dealer
Here's hoping the Ideanomics deal opens one there. And in NZ too. My closest dealer is 6000 miles away lol.
At least one district in Germany (Hochtaunus) has actually banned not only ICE but also E2W! The reason for the ICE ban was noise, why ban electric? Hopefully Italy will take a more sensible approach.
I heard about that! Unless they ban cars too, then this isn't about sound. It's about banning motorcycles.
Video came at a perfect time lol. I was trying to figure out if the Ego or Ribelle were more comfortable to ride (I'm 6' foot). You mentioned the handlebars were a little taller on the Ribelle so that is good to know lol
Nice! It depends on your riding style. High speed roads and trackdays: Ego. More comfortable but still sporty twisty road riding: Ribelle. I love my Ribelle and I won't be trading it in any time soon 😁
@@NewZeroland I fall into the latter (comfortable but still sporty lol). While I'm messaging you, I did have a random question - Does the power on the Ribelle drop off if the battery is below 70% or 80%? I read that some bikes do that to help with range? I'm getting mixed info on it because one guy said he didn't notice a drop until about 5% battery remaining. Others said it was noticeable at 70-80%. Figured I might as well ask you too lol.
@@Mr-E. Great question.. my old Ego dropped power at 90% 😂 The new ones are better but they definitely drop gradually. It's more noticeabe around 40% where the acceleration starts being limited and the top speed is less. Full power is pretty bonkers though, so I don't mind a little less power.
@@NewZeroland I gotcha, 40% isn't bad at all, and seems reasonable at that point. You are right... I know I wouldn't be going full power balls to the wall very often. Thanks for clearing that question up and giving some context. It doesn't seem like an issue at all 👍
oooweee - lol
😂
Damn, you had to travel to London first? That’s crazy lol
Right?? Limited flights I guess. It took us a full 2 days to get to the Dolomites.
Ladies and gentlemen, at 5:28 Sam regrets he bought a Ribelle and not the new Ego
Haha nah, no way. Ribelle for life!
I though it true....... it can't get any cooler than that
Right??
Fantastic trip... but we're going to have to get you to ride more dirt...
Not on a sportbike!
Do you feel the Ego has good wind protection? Is it good on long rides?
Is the experia out soon?
Does the windshield on your wife’s eva help against winds while touring?
Yeah the Ego's windscreen / front fairing is great. Not as good as the Experia though. Jenn's Ribelle windscreen is nice and makes it way more comfortable to ride at highway speeds, and even helps the range a bit.
Hey, been following your channel for a couple weeks and let me say you are a great communicators, I really enjoy your videos. In any case I live in Miami and had been considering buying either a Ducati V4 or V2.
I drove bikes for 18 years when younger, although haven't had one for last 10 years, yes Am a bit older 😀, anyway considering how hot Miami always is, driving a BBQ grill between my legs at my age had been a deterrent for me to purchase one and that's when I decided to look into electric. So after watching your videos I decided to go to my closest Energica dealer and for a quote for the bike that your driving on this video, an Ego + RS Trivolore but without the carbon wheels. I've seen on your previous videos that weight was your biggest issue , so my question is, would you say that this bike sort of resolved that issue, and how would you compare this one with the Ego you owned, how much better is it. Thx and again live your videos!!!
Hey Michael! Thanks for watching. I'm glad you're liking the videos 😁 Man the new Energicas are something else. They're so much lighter and easier to ride than my old Ego, and the power is insane. Still not as much power as a V4 Panigale, but the instant torque and smooth throttle is such a nicer experience. The heat, too. Also there are fast chargers all over Florida, so road trips are a breeze now. Definitely take one for a test ride if you can. Cheers!
Can a girl with absolutely no experience ride that tre colori bike? I love the aesthetic.I’ve always wanted a motorcycle but never bothered to buy one because I’m too lazy to use a clutch.
This seems like a feasible alternative. Is it?
FYI: I’m 5’9” weigh 180lbs mostly muscle and can deadlift 70 pounds over my head if that makes any difference. What do you say?
100% 😁 Normally I'd say no, because Energicas are serious performance bikes.. but you could throw it into Eco mode until you get the hang of it. That's the great part about electrics. You can adjust them as your skills improve! So yeah I support this 😂💪⚡🔋
How much?