"This bike will change your life" | The NEW Riese & Müller Load4 Cargo Bike Review | Fully Charged
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ต.ค. 2024
- The Riese & Müller Load4 60 and 75 electric cargo bikes offers limitless transport options for families across the UK and around the world. With its low centre of gravity and full suspension 'Control Technology', it delivers outstanding riding dynamics on the road.
We reviewed this bike with Felix Ströder, Head of Development at Riese & Müller, in Germany. This cargo bike can hold a total weight of up to 200 kg, including the rider, making it suitable for all of the family.
Due to the state of the art full suspension technology, your precious cargo will stay safe on bumpy ground and cushioned from big knocks during transit. Thanks to the slack seat angle, you’re low enough to place your feet firmly on the ground when necessary. The R&M LOAD4 electric bikes are equipped with the Bosch Smart System, complete with the powerful and reliable Bosch Cargo Line motor, designed for a smooth ride for a fully-loaded family!
Buy / test-ride / learn more about the RIESE & MULLER Load4 60 or 75 electric cargo bike HERE: www.fullycharg...
--
Book a consultation or test-ride at one of our stores here - calendly.com/f...
Follow us on Social Media:
Facebook - / fullychargedebikes
Instagram - / fullychargeduk
Twitter - /
#FullyCharged #RieseAndMuller #eMTB #cargobike #electricbike #germany
I got my load4 60 about 30 days ago. Ive only used my car three times since . 580 miles cycled . 2kg in lost fat. My daughter loves being driven around in it. Best bike ever.
This is what it's all about!
You are the best English language channel for this brand. I was trying to find if adult could be in the cargo part and 15:35 gave me answer :)
No worries, that's what we're here for! Hope you're well and happy riding!
I completely agree with you, the load is one of the best things I’ve ever bought. I had a hard time separating with the amount of money these cost (especially for a ‘bike’) but it was absolutely worth it, not a single regret. I’ve had mine almost a year now and have only touched my car a couple of times (begrudgingly) since I got. If you could take them on the train for those super long journeys, I would have sold the car already. I use it for everything, the dog loves it (she hates the car) and I’ve even picked up the wife from town a few times with it. Every journey is so much fun, I actually look forward using it come rain or shine. If you’re on the fence about buying one of these, just do it, you won’t regret it!
So great to read comments like these. I love the loyal load community.
i have a load 75 and 60 HS - as you say ist - together 25000 km in 3 years - so much fun with my two kids - it makes my life so much easier - load 4 is on its way - i am kind of sorry for people who just buy the wrong cargo bike just to safe money ...
I would never even consider another bike than a Load 60, if they weren't so ridiculously expensive. As I don't have small kids anymore, I'm thinking about other options, but boy isn't this bike amazing.
We couldn't agree more, Mikko!
Love the suspension.
Now we need someone to design and make a kids playhouse on wheels!!!
For families, I would go Tern GSD over this:
-more compact
-no issues with kids getting bigger as more space for them to grow, you can easily fit two ten-year-olds (legs go either side of back wheel-advantage of long tail)
-better value (cheaper)
🙂
And you can take it on a train.
Most people do, (we sell way more GSD than Loads) but if you have the space and you don't mind spending a bit extra, the load brings an extreme amount of joy and comfort. It shouldn't be under estimated.
First time I noticed the front fork update, looks still Suntour a20, is a great fork, on Load4 it appears the guard however has a front strut mount point, which isn't on the gen3. Really interesting this detail has been updated as the robustness of the SKS guards on our Load60 and load75 has been one of my only gripes. Good update 👍
Thank you! Looking forward to seeing you out and about on your Load this 2023.
@@FullychargedUK indeed 🤙🥂
Thanks Ben, I think it’s hard for people to realise how much of a game changer it is having access to a cargo bike is for families. We’ve got a load 60 and I’m (irritatingly!) over the moon about it. We’ve got a Load 60 but hitting the size limits of our 8 and 3 year old. Do you think the new Packster 70 box would age proof us for a little bit longer? Sooo excited they’ve added full suspension to it.
Hey Andrew, thanks for getting in touch . Glad to hear you're enjoying your Load 60! We've heard similar comments of 'how did we ever function before having a cargo bike?!' before from members of our own team and their families! The new Packster 70 would be a good option if you're going to need something a bit more roomy soon. The front box is larger than the one on the Load 60, plus the new Packster 70 has some useful upgrades including a headrest that comes with the child seats and the ability to slide the bench forwards/backwards. We're currently working on a in-depth video about the Packster 70 that will be released in January, so keep a look out for that!
Can’t wait for your review of the new Packster 70 with Control Technology. Any idea when we can expect the video to be published?
Thanks for reaching out. Within the next month! We're firstly releasing a video relating to how premium eBikes can save you money (including a brand new Packster on that video!), before a review on the Tinker2, and then the Packster. It's all go go go for the editing team currently!
7:20 Did my man name his kid 'wolf'? Also 70 kilograms is very light for a bike whose whole purpose is for the purpose of cargo. I've had bike racks that can handle more than that.
What do you think about 'Touring' with this bike? I want to take day trips with my large dog (90lbs). Maybe a more comfortable seat?
Yes yes yes. Do it. You and the dog will have the best trip ever.
Ben has answered the question for you there! But yes, of course! Cargo bikes are fast become a brilliant transport option for dog owners, not least the Load4 60 and Load4 75.
In your experience and opinion, how far can one cycle comfortably with this bike? One person said 20 km is a reasonable stretch.
I’m looking to use a cargo bike for longer journeys (occasionally up to 50 km one way), as well as shorter. Is this wishful thinking, or are longer journeys also doable?
Thanks in advance!
Thank you for the video! But did you know, the audio is not always stereo? This is pretty annoying :/
Thank you for reaching out! When did you have problems with the audio? As ever, and as a small team, we're always looking at the ways in which we can better our production value... so thanks for pointing this out.
@@FullychargedUK For example from 0.15 till 0.23 it is not stereo (when music is played). While the persons are speaking, it is stereo. When hearing with some headphones this is weird :D
@@ulaquin Good to know, thanks henri97
That color reminds me a bit of R75 and KS750 in Rommels Africa Corps… 😅
I want this but just as a cargobike for cargo. Don't want the child seats. Any better options?
75 vario HS arriving here in a few days.. kids can't handle the wait anymore😂
Maravilloso vehículo. 🎉🎉 Bello
It will change my life if I get too have one for free for a year don’t have the money to buy one had to give my car up lost my job so walking now so 65 now going backwards in life instead of going forward so to get back to some sort of mobile life would be good but I’m sure I won’t get it but look at the bright side at least I have two legs.
You're right, Kavan... keep on keeping that head held high, before long you'll be charging from A to Beyond!
@@FullychargedUK sounds like a Buzz light year quote , but thanks for reply , ideal for older reviews if needed in future, take care kind soul.
At 02:26 there is a scene with an adult in the front. I want to purchase this bike as a car replacement, so I want to have my girlfriend and the two dogs in the front. Which seat can I install for an adult?
you need to check all over weight requirements to see if you can take your wife and two dogs with you in the load75. Adults will most likely sit on the cushion without using safety belts.
I hope R&M will offer the new Pinion MGU.
What is the average range with a 500w battery and medium load?
Could use a Topeak rack option?
"review"
When the reviewer spends half the video telling the rep from R&M how amazing his bike is.
Hi Alex, thanks for getting in touch! When a bike is this great, you can't help but be over enthusiastic about it! Ben has had a Load 60 for quite some time and truly does love them, as well as also having the knowledge about retailing these to customers across the UK. With him and Felix, we have gone for both a product and experience standpoint
You know what makes it even worse is that he's not a rep, he's the head of R&D.
What’s worse is this gushing fanboi doesn’t even provide any useful info - the load 4 is objectively worse than the load (single battery only, no rohloff, poorer security, no backward compatibility etc) but none of this is mentioned
top velo cargo
Is there a way to transport the bike? Say, to take it on vacation and ride the kids around on bike trails.
Trailer or Van. There is no good (normal) car rack. Although you can get a Load 60 in an Audi A6 estate FYI. But no passengers.
Nobody has yet designed a cargo bike which can be used by a wheelchair user with a foldout market stall and craft work desk.
How would you get to the forest? That bike is untransportable?
we have had customers that have ridden across Europe inn these bikes. It is very easy to do 20/30 miles in a couple of hours. And you can charge quickly at each end if need to.
I don't really get why this is any better than a Bakfiets. Obviously it has an electric drive-train, but I'm not coming to biking from a car, I was a biker before all of this. I get this vibe that this is for people who are lazy.
Hi there @aguafria, thanks for sharing your thoughts. The Bakfiets cargo bikes are great but they can be challenging to ride with children in if you live in a slightly hilly area. The fantastic thing about electric cargo bikes like the Load4 60/75 is the barriers they overcome in terms of physical ability; even if you haven't been a keen cyclist for years, the electric assistance means you can easily transport children or other forms of cargo from A to B (whilst getting some exercise in!), allowing more cars to come off the road, helping us fight climate change and move towards a healthier population.
Starts at $8,250… so yeah, just as soon as I ROB A BANK, I’ll get to “change my life “ 😂. Thanks
Life changing as in... It'll get you in debt for $10K... for a bike.
1:54 Wow, you change China frame supplier to Portugese? Well, that opens the door for me becuase I boycott everything from China. This full suspension cargo bike is the only option for me today 🤩🙏🚴♂🚴🚴♀
You honestly can't go wrong with it!
Was from Taiwan, Pacific Cycles, previously, not china, according to other interviews.
@@jotham123 Taiwan is excillent. I was long suspicious that Riese & Muller meant Taiwan. Quite stupid answer they gave to me. Taiwan is not China, only in Ji jipings washed brain. I saw video about a Taiwanese production plant and saw frames looked familiar to R & Ms biciyles.
Bosch still hasn't mastered the thumb throttle. Maybe they should work on that instead of garbage?
Hi He maccabe, thanks for getting in touch, however if we understand your point correctly, thumb throttles are illegal to use on public roads with an electric bike... so Bosch would not even consider making them, let alone trying to master them? As is stated and by law, for electric bikes to be legal here in the UK and in most other territories globally, they have to be pedal-assisted.
@@FullychargedUK Thumb throttles could be offered as an option for those not using the bike on public roads or in jurisdictions where they are legal.
Change that name, please. Coal grey is a bad name for an e-bike working at sustainable transportation.
I think that's the whole point! Similar to how one of the finishes on their MultiTinker is called 'Petrol'.
@@FullychargedUK I suppose I don't get gallows sustainable transportation humor. I'm fighting for better policy and it's a bit confusing to see remnants of the things that are killing us used intentionally to label things that will combat that problem. Maybe it's an SEO thing? BTW, I fully support your notion that cargo bikes, especially class leading ones are helping to shift people's mindset on sustainable transportation. In a perfect world, Riese and Muller's design is replicated all over the world, manufactured locally and we make cars obsolete using rail for longer distance travel.
@@karlInSanDiego couldn't agree more and so happy we're on the same page. All the best for the future.
I can agree with many parts specified on the bike: Bosch, SR Suntour, Tektro or Magura, even Novatec IF it has sealed bearings. But the XFusion Glyde? That betrays the otherwise good spec and calling the suspension setup "Control Technology" with that shock is insulting.
Cost like a small car😂?
Can't take them seriously due to the ridiculous price.
Thanks for getting in touch, RD. As we continue to remind our customers and other people looking into this form of transport, these are car-replacements and not just bikes. They are a vehicle! On top of that there's incredibly creative ways for you to purchase these bikes, with Cycle-to-Work schemes, finance options, paying through your business etc. Hope this helps and good look on your search.
@@FullychargedUK Those bikes are great and can really be a game changer in replacing cars thats only a fraction of what it could do if the prices were more reasonable. I dont see why those rigs should sell more than $2000. Sadly this is the limiting factor today.
Now I know why I do not R&M Bikes. They are ridicolously expensive and have really poor riding qualities. Bad brakes, wobbly feeling - for me one of the worst cargobikes. If they made it more dynamic and with good brakes, I would instantly buy it. Beautiful ideas. But thats it.
i think your full of it
The Photoshop at 10:15 hurts my eyes
Astrid is a good name nice 👍 viking 🪓
:)
Thanks Ben, I think it’s hard for people to realise how much of a game changer it is having access to a cargo bike is for families. We’ve got a load 60 and I’m (irritatingly!) over the moon about it. We’ve got a Load 60 but hitting the size limits of our 8 and 3 year old. Do you think the new Packster 70 box would age proof us for a little bit longer? Sooo excited they’ve added full suspension to it.
Hey Andrew, thanks for getting in touch . Glad to hear you're enjoying your Load 60! We've heard similar comments of 'how did we ever function before having a cargo bike?!' before from members of our own team and their families! The new Packster 70 would be a good option if you're going to need something a bit more roomy soon. The front box is larger than the one on the Load 60, plus the new Packster 70 has some useful upgrades including a headrest that comes with the child seats and the ability to slide the bench forwards/backwards. We're currently working on a in-depth video about the Packster 70 that will be released in January, so keep a look out for that!
yes 100%, box is wider and integrated batteries are really good. Steering angle is amazing for manoeuvring around. I did this exact transition from Load 60 to Packster control tech and never looked back.