I was on the fence about getting an ebike, when Lectric released this model I felt if I was going to buy, this was the one. 2 days ago, I witnessed a man riding one of Lectrics folding Expedition ebikes up a major hill for 5 blocks in a nearby city. He never pedaled once. That sold me. Think Ill have to get myself one of these for Christmas. Great review.
Thanks for the comprehensive review! I completely get that some may find PAS1 underpowered. But I see it the other way, I've been riding almost exclusively on PAS1 as an exercise bike. This caps the wattage output to 17W and just takes the edge off, and my 36-45 mi trail rides just happen a little faster. But when I need to join or cross traffic, I can always bump it up to PAS 3-5 to keep up. Using that strategy I'm calculating unreal ranges, ~250mi based on final resting voltage (kudos to Lectric for battery voltage displayed, much more useful than even a percentage battery bar). Ultimately the 750W XS Xpress ticks all the boxes for me with the geometry, nice pedals, and efficient low PAS to put good leg watts to the pedals for a workout with huge range, but then easily switch to a quick and nimble city bike with an easy to modulate speed via torque sensor
I've put 170 miles on my XPress 750 and I've found the same to be true with my battery range. My battery will drain less than 1V on my 8 mile round-trip commute suggesting >100mile range on PAS1. I think I could come close to matching the 60 mile advertised range on PAS 3. IMO PAS 1 compensates for the weight of the bike and gives a little help going up hills, but you definitely need to pedal.
The 500w actually went further on the PAS 5 test (although for some reason you decided not to show speed for that test for the 500w) and was only 5 seconds slower on the pedal hill test and is much quieter. The 750 won the throttle hill test though. 500w might be the better buy if you don't need the extra hill climbing ability.
I bought 2 of these, the ST for the wife and the SO for myself. Both 750’s. They are just ok. They are fine on the bike paths, but if I am riding to town 7 miles away I grab something else to ride. Fully unlocked, with P11 set at 1 for the most power you still can’t ride at 28 mph without killing yourself. 23-24 mph is about it for any kind of distance.
I think this bike would benefit greatly fro a gearing change that should no cost much if any more to build. Change the freewheel to 11/28 and the front to 52 tooth. This would eliminate ghost peddling at higher speeds
Technically it doesn't really ghost pedal as its more or less a torque sensor but I now exactly what you mean. I swapped the drank for a 52t crank and its perfect now. At 28 mph before my little feet were spinning much too quick for it to be an easily sustainable cruise speed. With the 52 t crank I can hold it right near 28 mph much easier and at a cadence I much prefer. I find this to be a common problem across all my ebikes except my Kepler which has a very good gear ratio.....
They're both fantastic options. If you're seeking a more premium feel and don't mind the added cost, you might prefer the Falcon. But the XPress absolutely delivers on a great bike for a great price.
Likely not any time soon since we did the 500 ST, but it's always possible. I'd expecting similar performance results as the HS with the riding position and comfort factor of the ST.
Ebike kits are cool. I have won and having lots of fun with it. However!!!! There's a dirty little secret the ebike industry doesn't let on about. After say 3 to 4 months you'll have to replace that cassette or freewheel sprocket! The torque that these babies put out is just no match for a bicycles drivetrain. So have fun just be okay with having to replace the parts mentioned.
I been wanting to get an Ebike for a while I use a regular bike or walking just to get around my immediate area. But I been looking for one for transport to work which is about 60 miles away from my house, also probably something to go when I got to do a bit of groceries shopping. I was looking at a cargo bike but I blame your videos showing so much types from fat tires, cargo bike, commute bike, folding bike. I don't want a huge price. Basically something to work and help with shopping. No bike restrictions here .
60 miles each way?! I do a 22 mile each way commute and thats a pretty good adventure even on a powerful ebike and I have to charge the battery all day at work so I can get home. Becaause of lots of traffic and parking and such, I can get to work as fast on my bike as by car but save the 30 bucks on parking and 8-10 bucks on gas (I live in Ca and gas is a rip off). 60 miles even with an asskicking ebike would be a really, really tough daily commute. The XPress 750 is a nice bike (I have one) but I wouldn't want to ride it that far, you'd need to run almost no assist and the bike is not easy to pedal like a regular analogue bike.
This company stopped shipping internationally, for such a successful company you would think they expand their operations not downsize, thumbs down for Lectric
I was on the fence about getting an ebike, when Lectric released this model I felt if I was going to buy, this was the one. 2 days ago, I witnessed a man riding one of Lectrics folding Expedition ebikes up a major hill for 5 blocks in a nearby city. He never pedaled once. That sold me. Think Ill have to get myself one of these for Christmas. Great review.
The 750W motor is dramatically louder than the 500W sister which is almost non-detectable. Great review. 22:46
Thanks for the comprehensive review! I completely get that some may find PAS1 underpowered. But I see it the other way, I've been riding almost exclusively on PAS1 as an exercise bike. This caps the wattage output to 17W and just takes the edge off, and my 36-45 mi trail rides just happen a little faster. But when I need to join or cross traffic, I can always bump it up to PAS 3-5 to keep up. Using that strategy I'm calculating unreal ranges, ~250mi based on final resting voltage (kudos to Lectric for battery voltage displayed, much more useful than even a percentage battery bar). Ultimately the 750W XS Xpress ticks all the boxes for me with the geometry, nice pedals, and efficient low PAS to put good leg watts to the pedals for a workout with huge range, but then easily switch to a quick and nimble city bike with an easy to modulate speed via torque sensor
I've put 170 miles on my XPress 750 and I've found the same to be true with my battery range. My battery will drain less than 1V on my 8 mile round-trip commute suggesting >100mile range on PAS1. I think I could come close to matching the 60 mile advertised range on PAS 3. IMO PAS 1 compensates for the weight of the bike and gives a little help going up hills, but you definitely need to pedal.
I must be lazy. I keep mine on power assist 5 and gear 7. I throttle after every stop til I get moving. I get 25 to 35 miles. I ❤ the power and speed.
The 500w actually went further on the PAS 5 test (although for some reason you decided not to show speed for that test for the 500w) and was only 5 seconds slower on the pedal hill test and is much quieter. The 750 won the throttle hill test though. 500w might be the better buy if you don't need the extra hill climbing ability.
FYI, your written review is using the times for the 500w version for the hill climb test.
I bought 2 of these, the ST for the wife and the SO for myself. Both 750’s. They are just ok. They are fine on the bike paths, but if I am riding to town 7 miles away I grab something else to ride. Fully unlocked, with P11 set at 1 for the most power you still can’t ride at 28 mph without killing yourself. 23-24 mph is about it for any kind of distance.
I think this bike would benefit greatly fro a gearing change that should no cost much if any more to build. Change the freewheel to 11/28 and the front to 52 tooth. This would eliminate ghost peddling at higher speeds
There's not much ghost pedaling now - not sure I'd change it to be honest. You gotta put more effort in around 24 mph, but still doable.
I don't have any ghost pedaling. I have 500 miles on 750w high step.
Technically it doesn't really ghost pedal as its more or less a torque sensor but I now exactly what you mean. I swapped the drank for a 52t crank and its perfect now. At 28 mph before my little feet were spinning much too quick for it to be an easily sustainable cruise speed. With the 52 t crank I can hold it right near 28 mph much easier and at a cadence I much prefer. I find this to be a common problem across all my ebikes except my Kepler which has a very good gear ratio.....
Excellent review. I would like to know where the review was conducted. I loved the bicycle path through the mountains.
We're based in St. George, UT. That specific location is called Cottonwood Wash.
Can you please ask Lectric why they don’t have working brake lights?
I would have like that too.
I have the 750 step through. I love it. I just wish it automatically came with a back rack.
Nice review. I appreciate what you guys do.I need an honest recommendation,the 750 or the Stella Falcon?I know they are not in the same price range.
They're both fantastic options. If you're seeking a more premium feel and don't mind the added cost, you might prefer the Falcon. But the XPress absolutely delivers on a great bike for a great price.
@@ElectricBikeReport Thank you!
Powerful performance at an unbeatable price!
Are you going to do a review on the Express 750 step Thu model?
Likely not any time soon since we did the 500 ST, but it's always possible. I'd expecting similar performance results as the HS with the riding position and comfort factor of the ST.
Ebike kits are cool. I have won and having lots of fun with it. However!!!! There's a dirty little secret the ebike industry doesn't let on about. After say 3 to 4 months you'll have to replace that cassette or freewheel sprocket! The torque that these babies put out is just no match for a bicycles drivetrain. So have fun just be okay with having to replace the parts mentioned.
Sure would like to see you review the E Cells 5 Star.
We haven't gotten E cells in yet - hopefully soon!
I been wanting to get an Ebike for a while I use a regular bike or walking just to get around my immediate area. But I been looking for one for transport to work which is about 60 miles away from my house, also probably something to go when I got to do a bit of groceries shopping. I was looking at a cargo bike but I blame your videos showing so much types from fat tires, cargo bike, commute bike, folding bike. I don't want a huge price. Basically something to work and help with shopping. No bike restrictions here .
60 miles each way?! I do a 22 mile each way commute and thats a pretty good adventure even on a powerful ebike and I have to charge the battery all day at work so I can get home. Becaause of lots of traffic and parking and such, I can get to work as fast on my bike as by car but save the 30 bucks on parking and 8-10 bucks on gas (I live in Ca and gas is a rip off). 60 miles even with an asskicking ebike would be a really, really tough daily commute. The XPress 750 is a nice bike (I have one) but I wouldn't want to ride it that far, you'd need to run almost no assist and the bike is not easy to pedal like a regular analogue bike.
Totguard is 400. Compare
It is way too loud for a bike advertised as having a 400% quieter stealth motor.
This company stopped shipping internationally, for such a successful company you would think they expand their operations not downsize, thumbs down for Lectric
Duck you international guys 😅
But seriously, support your local e-bikes