I have this bike and its absolutely fantastic. I have it for about a year myself. Always drive it on high it’s like a scooter and even pushes you uphill when you give gas(so to speak.) It’s also very strong and can take a fall. The only minor points are the breaks for some reason they get weaker so i have to strengthen the grip from time to time. And my back light recently stopped working but thats an easy fix. If you want a cheap reliable electric bike. This is the one you should go for anyday! 🤘🏻
I now have 7800 km on my Z20... and am still very happy with the bike. Maintenance costs are also easy to oversee. I have had the bike since August 2021 and the purchase price was less than 700 euros. I have had the most expenses on the controllers, three of them broke due to water. I have now built the controller directly into the frame behind the battery and no more controller problems. I also changed gears to 7 gears and hydraulic brakes front & rear. Handlebar has also been adjusted, higher because of my height of 190 cm. I hope to have reached 10,000 km before August.Oh, what I forgot, nice review! (translated with google, sorry for any mistakes.)
@@tomascejnar3154 That was a year ago. In the meantime the prices of just about everything have risen considerably, including these bicycles, the price of the Z20 will now be around 1000 to 1200 euros.
@@jmpaq51 The batteries are still perfect, I have two batteries with the bike. I have cycled a lot in the past month so the 10,000 km are on it. I'm just unlucky now because the pin of the bicycle handlebar is broken, it will hopefully be here within two weeks, the total cost is 40 euros.
Hi! Thanks for your review. Was wondering if you'd recommend it for a person 1.88m-6.1ft tall? And did you find the assistance to kick in decently fast, or you had quite some delay? Heard people complaining about having 5-6 seconds of delay before power kicks in
Hi I think will will be okay as the sit can do up quite high. As for the motor delay yes sometimes it took a little longer than expected. It’s based of speed so if you push off quickly it kicks in quick. But if you ride off slowly it can take a tad longer.
I’m assuming it’s to comply with the law ie designed for the eu/uk market, ce demonstrates it’s a epac to en15184 (bike has a sticker on incase the rozzers stop you). I’ve been researching them as I’m thinking of buying one and from what I understand, here in the uk your ebike needs to have a motor wattage which can’t be more than 250 plus it’s got to be a peddle assist you can’t just press a throttle without peddling, it’s a bit of a grey area I believe and so just removing the throttle completely makes sense, it’s making me pretty sure this is the one I’ll buy
Watching this video made me realize that my Z20 is very different. It's labeled as Z20 Pro on the frame, not sure if it's because it's the international model or if they just shipped the wrong model to me. Mine has a front suspension, the tires are different (more like MTB tires), the charging plug is on the other side, the computer is different, and it doesn't have this box below the saddle. Based on product photos on their site, I should have got the same as this one.
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1:30 Is it FULLY water resistent? ChatGPT says there still might be water ingress if you leave it outside for casual parking.
Does this one have a sound like the previous model? The annoying beep? Is it also comfortable enough to ride 15km each way for work commute as a 1.75m / 70kg person as it seems the handlebar isn't adjustable?
No annoying beep present on my unit. Yes I’ve been for long enough rides and I find it confortable at my 182cm and 81 kilos no issues. It’s a very good 20” foldable one of the better ones I’ve tested. Better than the cheaper ADO bikes and the Fiido D11 etc
Great review, thanks! Would you say the Himo is better than ado a20 / a20+ ? I'm not sure, which one is worth buying. I want to use it for 2 times 10-15km a day.
Is the battery really only 10 Ah? Isn't that the same as 10 000mAh which is the size of a small battery bank? Perhaps it's 10Ah rated at higher voltage then?
Great review well done! Kinda reminds me of Carwow level of review. Coming from a downhill mountain bike background I notice week points in these folding bikes, the main one is the folding mechanism on the bars, it's good and does it's job but I wish there was a version that was more robust, especially for the bigger bikes but they all seem to be the same from what I've seen.
Hi it free wheels along just fine. Only thing is it a big heavier than a normal bike. Foldable design plus the battery and motor adds a good 7 or so kilos more. I’ll have the ZB20 review soon it’s basically this bike but with 20 x 4 far wheels and a stronger frame design it’s even better I think. Solid quality these HIMO bikes better than ADO, Fiido and Engwe foldables.
@@Techtablets yeah I’ve seen the Himo z20 normal and it always looked solid, I bought the Fiido x and now we all have to return due to frame fault. Needed a bike in the mean time so bought this straight away when I seen this new update and the online deal which actually Ended last month that included free battery and €100 off
No, it does NOT free wheel. The explanation that the extra resistance compared to a normal bike is due to the electric bike being heavier is just nonsense. Once the bike is in motion and if the ground is flat, the weight is irrelevant. But if you cut down the throttle or if you try to pedal faster than 24 km/h full throttle, you will immediately feel the electric motor slowing you down. I have a Himo Z20 and another regular 20" foldable bike and the pedal effort difference between them, if you do not use the Himo in electric mode is huge. I am not talking about accelerating, I am talking about maintaining a constant speed on flat ground.
Not much! I covered it at the start new handle bar that's now screwed into place not the weaker quick release bar and new foldable pedals. The main one is it has all the CE certification so all those tests done. Most ebikes I review don't have that.
Hi Chris, as another Spain resident, might you know the rules and regs for riding e-bikes in the country / EU? I like the look of these Himos (be it the Z16, Z20, or the ZB20) but with the max models costing a fair deal more for what looks like less power and the lack of throttle I don't quite know what to do. I'd look into the Fiidos or ADOs as well but might I get caught out by Spanish law? I just want to get back and forth to the shops!
@@Techtablets Yea i guess. I looked up some more reviews and saw it there too. Maybe it is supposed to look like that i am not an expert :) Hey, did u find the 6 gears enough? I rode an Ado a20 and found even the 7th gear was making me peddle really fast.
Thanks for the review! I have one question, did you measured the actual weight? Asking this because I just sold my e-bike after discovering the rated weight was way different than the real one, so I want to be sure to do not make the same mistake. It's rated 22Kgs but accordingly to the specs the carrying box is 30kgs! Seems weird, I'm afraid the bike would weight more than 22Kg. Thank you.
Hi All, I have Z20, when pedaling it electric motor always assisting me on and off , like as if continuously electric switch turning on and off. Is my controller broken? Waht is your opinion?
@@Techtablets BS, same build (i had C20, z20 max, and went back to z20 for throttle), all himos last the same. plain Z20 (and c20) have throttle, which is indispensable once you get used to it (using bike withount having to turn pedals at all is a total blast)
My Himo z20 max arrived yesterday …..if I stop pedalling the bike starts slowing down like it has regenerative breaking …it’s really aggressive at slowing down below 15kph when I stop pedalling. Is this normal ??
Yes, absolutely but a little bit harder going than a normal bike due to extra weight. I just got the ZB20 which is the fat wheel version of this bike. I'm now test it and I think it's even better. Both are top foldable bikes for the price better than the ADO A20 and A20F, Fiido D11 and similar ones I've reviewed.
@@Techtablets it IS legal on Z20 (or C20 etc), but it'd be older eu norm EN-14764, you just won't get state aids if you buy it, perfectly fine for cops
@@Techtablets Right! There is also another great looking bike called the 'ziprs. F1'. I recommend checking that one out too. There are quite a few videos about it on YT.
Nothing new been reviewing them for years now and escooters. I’ll be reviewing plenty more as they are fun to do spending 3-4 afternoons out testing and filming sure beats being stuck inside my studio filming.
I have not liked this bike at all, way too heavy, battery drains very quickly and the controller never worked, they sent a new one after months of going back an forth and that didn't work either. I had a Xiaomi qcycle which was far better and bought this after that one got stolen.
throttle on HIMO Z20 is soooo valuable ! your bike becomes like a scooter, much more practical for transporting something heavy or bulky... BUT, that really sucks, himo z20 doesnt have NF EN 15194 (only EN-14764, still fine for biking), and you'd need thatw one (at least in france) for getting state aids...
Hey everyone, this HiMo Z20 is incredibly strong. I was deliberately run down by a driver in Sydney Australia on 9/2/22. He hit me from behind at unbelievable speed. I could hear the idiot's car accelerating behind me and tracking me to hit me. I estimate the car was doing between 60 and 70 kph. All that happened was the back wheel severely buckled and the wires to the electric motor at the righthandside axle severed when it hit the road. The frame suffered no damage whatsoever. The back wheel is made stronger than an ordinary wheel. It has an extra reinforcing metal strip all the way around the circumference. Police are still investigating. I don't hold out much hope though, the police are corrupt in Campbelltown Sydney. Remember police are a gang in their own right. They do not protect and serve. They encourage gang formation by being perfectly useless. No authorities in New South Wales work together. Buck passing and laziness is their culture. Housing NSW Campbelltown is also corrupt. If you complain about harrassing, scamming, violent neighbours they go out of their way to make life very hard. Dominic Perrottet please address this - I was almost killed.
BIG MISTAKE buying this bike. It broke after only 2 months of use. They recommended to change the settings, it worked for another 3 weeks and broke again. So they recommended to check the cables. Worked for a week, broke again. None of the solutions worked anymore, until it miraculously started working after not using it for a while. After a week - broke again. It has been on and off for 5 MONTHS now... The customer service sending EMPTY MESSAGES to mark my case as solved in the system. Please DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY on their products.
Love your videos. Thank you for all the time, effort and hard work you put into them. Always calming to watch one of your videos.
Thank you so much!
@@Techtablets You are welcome 👊
Denia 😍
I have this bike and its absolutely fantastic. I have it for about a year myself. Always drive it on high it’s like a scooter and even pushes you uphill when you give gas(so to speak.) It’s also very strong and can take a fall. The only minor points are the breaks for some reason they get weaker so i have to strengthen the grip from time to time. And my back light recently stopped working but thats an easy fix. If you want a cheap reliable electric bike. This is the one you should go for anyday! 🤘🏻
Thanks for the comment. Yes the brakes the cables stretch so need to be readjusted.from time to time.
Im really debating getting one, seems to be good as a “college” bike
I now have 7800 km on my Z20... and am still very happy with the bike. Maintenance costs are also easy to oversee. I have had the bike since August 2021 and the purchase price was less than 700 euros. I have had the most expenses on the controllers, three of them broke due to water. I have now built the controller directly into the frame behind the battery and no more controller problems. I also changed gears to 7 gears and hydraulic brakes front & rear.
Handlebar has also been adjusted, higher because of my height of 190 cm. I hope to have reached 10,000 km before August.Oh, what I forgot, nice review! (translated with google, sorry for any mistakes.)
Nice to see it's working out well that's some good millage on the bike! Shame about the controllers
Where can you buy it for 700 euros?
@@tomascejnar3154 That was a year ago. In the meantime the prices of just about everything have risen considerably, including these bicycles, the price of the Z20 will now be around 1000 to 1200 euros.
what about the range after all this riding? thanks.
@@jmpaq51 The batteries are still perfect, I have two batteries with the bike. I have cycled a lot in the past month so the 10,000 km are on it. I'm just unlucky now because the pin of the bicycle handlebar is broken, it will hopefully be here within two weeks, the total cost is 40 euros.
Good day to you Chris Sir🙂✌✌. The weather looks wonderful✨😍, very appropriate for a relaxing bike ride in a great Ebike. 👍👍
Thanks 👍 It has been very good for this time of year
Hi! Thanks for your review. Was wondering if you'd recommend it for a person 1.88m-6.1ft tall? And did you find the assistance to kick in decently fast, or you had quite some delay? Heard people complaining about having 5-6 seconds of delay before power kicks in
Hi I think will will be okay as the sit can do up quite high. As for the motor delay yes sometimes it took a little longer than expected. It’s based of speed so if you push off quickly it kicks in quick. But if you ride off slowly it can take a tad longer.
@@Techtablets Thanks for your feedback!
Thanks for the review. Do you think there is safety concern regarding previous version of this bike since that one is not CE certified?
I don't think so but the handle bar is a different set up. At least the quality is certified here.
I’m assuming it’s to comply with the law ie designed for the eu/uk market, ce demonstrates it’s a epac to en15184 (bike has a sticker on incase the rozzers stop you). I’ve been researching them as I’m thinking of buying one and from what I understand, here in the uk your ebike needs to have a motor wattage which can’t be more than 250 plus it’s got to be a peddle assist you can’t just press a throttle without peddling, it’s a bit of a grey area I believe and so just removing the throttle completely makes sense, it’s making me pretty sure this is the one I’ll buy
Watching this video made me realize that my Z20 is very different. It's labeled as Z20 Pro on the frame, not sure if it's because it's the international model or if they just shipped the wrong model to me. Mine has a front suspension, the tires are different (more like MTB tires), the charging plug is on the other side, the computer is different, and it doesn't have this box below the saddle. Based on product photos on their site, I should have got the same as this one.
1:30 Is it FULLY water resistent? ChatGPT says there still might be water ingress if you leave it outside for casual parking.
Do you think it's advisable to buy 650miles Z20?
Does this one have a sound like the previous model? The annoying beep? Is it also comfortable enough to ride 15km each way for work commute as a 1.75m / 70kg person as it seems the handlebar isn't adjustable?
No annoying beep present on my unit. Yes I’ve been for long enough rides and I find it confortable at my 182cm and 81 kilos no issues. It’s a very good 20” foldable one of the better ones I’ve tested. Better than the cheaper ADO bikes and the Fiido D11 etc
Great review, thanks! Would you say the Himo is better than ado a20 / a20+ ?
I'm not sure, which one is worth buying. I want to use it for 2 times 10-15km a day.
Yes it's defiantly better much better build quality over all.
Damn , the weather in spain is too good. I live in north africa and i'm freezing it doesn't make sense
About 22 degrees when I filmed this, so good the weather here. But I did pick a perfect day for it.
Hello can i ask you is this bike good for delivery?
Can the power be easily unlocked?
I wonder how the bike would fare in the rain. Would the motor be alright when soaked in water?
Hi, thanks for your reviews. I wonder HIMO Z20 or Fiido 11, which one is better?
This is better than the D11, better overall finish and build quality I find. It Also has better lights, and tires.
Is the battery really only 10 Ah? Isn't that the same as 10 000mAh which is the size of a small battery bank? Perhaps it's 10Ah rated at higher voltage then?
Great review well done! Kinda reminds me of Carwow level of review. Coming from a downhill mountain bike background I notice week points in these folding bikes, the main one is the folding mechanism on the bars, it's good and does it's job but I wish there was a version that was more robust, especially for the bigger bikes but they all seem to be the same from what I've seen.
Does it freewheel or have resistance after a certain speed. Great videos as always man
Hi it free wheels along just fine. Only thing is it a big heavier than a normal bike. Foldable design plus the battery and motor adds a good 7 or so kilos more. I’ll have the ZB20 review soon it’s basically this bike but with 20 x 4 far wheels and a stronger frame design it’s even better I think. Solid quality these HIMO bikes better than ADO, Fiido and Engwe foldables.
@@Techtablets yeah I’ve seen the Himo z20 normal and it always looked solid, I bought the Fiido x and now we all have to return due to frame fault. Needed a bike in the mean time so bought this straight away when I seen this new update and the online deal which actually Ended last month that included free battery and €100 off
@@Techtablets also no freewheel on Fiido x so this bike is super as resistance of fiido feels as if the bike is 50kg
No, it does NOT free wheel. The explanation that the extra resistance compared to a normal bike is due to the electric bike being heavier is just nonsense. Once the bike is in motion and if the ground is flat, the weight is irrelevant. But if you cut down the throttle or if you try to pedal faster than 24 km/h full throttle, you will immediately feel the electric motor slowing you down. I have a Himo Z20 and another regular 20" foldable bike and the pedal effort difference between them, if you do not use the Himo in electric mode is huge. I am not talking about accelerating, I am talking about maintaining a constant speed on flat ground.
Thank you for the review. What is the difference between regular Z20?
Not much! I covered it at the start new handle bar that's now screwed into place not the weaker quick release bar and new foldable pedals. The main one is it has all the CE certification so all those tests done. Most ebikes I review don't have that.
Does it have suspension?
Hi Chris, as another Spain resident, might you know the rules and regs for riding e-bikes in the country / EU? I like the look of these Himos (be it the Z16, Z20, or the ZB20) but with the max models costing a fair deal more for what looks like less power and the lack of throttle I don't quite know what to do. I'd look into the Fiidos or ADOs as well but might I get caught out by Spanish law? I just want to get back and forth to the shops!
Another great video and very informative, I see it has no suspension front and rear, What is is like riding over bumpy ground.
Hi, yes no suspension at all so it is bumpy as you can imagine.
Thank you. I would really love to see a Surron ebike review from you.
Maybe one day but they are not really bikes with pedals but more e-dirt bikes motorcycles.
Hi! @2:40 spokes look completely bend and crooked.. is that a problem with this bike or are they supposed to look like that?
Maybe damage from the delivery
@@Techtablets Yea i guess. I looked up some more reviews and saw it there too. Maybe it is supposed to look like that i am not an expert :) Hey, did u find the 6 gears enough? I rode an Ado a20 and found even the 7th gear was making me peddle really fast.
Thanks for the review!
I have one question, did you measured the actual weight?
Asking this because I just sold my e-bike after discovering the rated weight was way different than the real one, so I want to be sure to do not make the same mistake.
It's rated 22Kgs but accordingly to the specs the carrying box is 30kgs! Seems weird, I'm afraid the bike would weight more than 22Kg.
Thank you.
It's defiantly not 30kg, the yare factoring in the charger, other stuff and the box which is around 4-5 kilos.
@@Techtablets So relieving, thank you!
Looks nice and great video. Wanna buy a couple to my flat in Spain. Where can I buy it? Online or physical shop?
Thanks. Online, I don't think it's in shops link in the video description.
Hi All, I have Z20, when pedaling it electric motor always assisting me on and off , like as if continuously electric switch turning on and off. Is my controller broken? Waht is your opinion?
When does it happen at 24-25 or 26kph? If so it's sadly normal as it cuts in and out at the cut off 25kph top speed.
I'm thinking to change to controller?
this is how it's designed unless you get z20 with trottle, then you'll have assist only on "eco" and "mid" and in max it'll be controlled by throttle
hello! in your opinion which is superior, the ADO A20 + or this one?
This is far superior with a higher quality build. The ADO is cheaper when you see these side by side a huge difference in overall quality.
The battery is rattling in the frame. Some tape and spraying the frame inside with PTFE for easy removal helped a lot.
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Do we need the Voltage Converter transformer for charge battery ? if I use in CANADA 110 V , I like your review really nice bike
Yes you would unless they supply a 110V power adapter
Hi, thanks for great review! Would you recommend Himo Z20 max (new) over usual Z20 (displayed unit from shop) for extra 200 EUR?
Yes and yes. The build is better and I see it lasting longer.
@@Techtablets Thanks! Now have to identify if it's actually a MAX version, boxes are the same :(
@@Techtablets BS, same build (i had C20, z20 max, and went back to z20 for throttle), all himos last the same. plain Z20 (and c20) have throttle, which is indispensable once you get used to it (using bike withount having to turn pedals at all is a total blast)
My Himo z20 max arrived yesterday …..if I stop pedalling the bike starts slowing down like it has regenerative breaking …it’s really aggressive at slowing down below 15kph when I stop pedalling. Is this normal ??
I don't think so as mine seemed to roll fine I didn't experience that.
@@Techtablets second cycle onwards no issue thanks again
How tall are you? I'm 6ft and I'm wondering if I'd look weird.
We have the same issue lol
Looks good bro
It is
Is it better than the Fiido D11 or Fiido X
It's better than the D11 not sure about the Fiido X not reviewed that one yet.
Does it come with fu throttle controls?
No these new Z20 and ZB20 models don't.
@@Techtablets which xiaomi models come with full throttle controls n paddle assist?
Any idea what the torque rating is on this bike?
I think it's about 45nm
@@Techtablets Great, thanks. Couldn't see it listed on their website.
You're welcome thanks for watching!
Hi, how can i unlock the speed limit? Thanks.
I’ve no idea sorry 😞 Maybe something on Google?
Better than the Fiimo M1?
Yes!
Thank you for such a nice and clear review! Can this bike ride with no pedaling at all? Thanks! ✋
Yes, absolutely but a little bit harder going than a normal bike due to extra weight. I just got the ZB20 which is the fat wheel version of this bike. I'm now test it and I think it's even better. Both are top foldable bikes for the price better than the ADO A20 and A20F, Fiido D11 and similar ones I've reviewed.
Great. I understand also that Z20 Max don't have a throttle. But can it go only on electric power, without pedaling?
No moped mode?
Not with this EU version it's not legal I think
@@Techtablets it IS legal on Z20 (or C20 etc), but it'd be older eu norm EN-14764, you just won't get state aids if you buy it, perfectly fine for cops
02:49 those front wheel spokes are wrong installed and bent 😅
So who offers hydraulic caliper brakes?
Most around this price will use mechanical disc brakes 1000+ pricing normally they use hydraulic brakes.
This bike would be more desirable if it had a torque sensor. Test the Fiido X next, if you can get a hold of it! 🚲
I will try just waiting for Fiido to send me one. Yes torque sensors are much better no waiting for the power to kick in
@@Techtablets Right! There is also another great looking bike called the 'ziprs. F1'. I recommend checking that one out too. There are quite a few videos about it on YT.
If they send me one I'll review it.
@@Techtablets 👌
Just to say no need to go for the X version as the D21 has the torque sensor.
A Filipino vlogger reached 87km range
branching out to e-bikes huh well if you put as much effort in to them as you do tablets and the like i expect only quality videos cheers!
Nothing new been reviewing them for years now and escooters. I’ll be reviewing plenty more as they are fun to do spending 3-4 afternoons out testing and filming sure beats being stuck inside my studio filming.
@@Techtablets I am sorry your stuck but keep safe and do that wonderful work you do.
I like Bicycles
So do I!
No throttle???? 🥺
I have not liked this bike at all, way too heavy, battery drains very quickly and the controller never worked, they sent a new one after months of going back an forth and that didn't work either. I had a Xiaomi qcycle which was far better and bought this after that one got stolen.
throttle on HIMO Z20 is soooo valuable ! your bike becomes like a scooter, much more practical for transporting something heavy or bulky... BUT, that really sucks, himo z20 doesnt have NF EN 15194 (only EN-14764, still fine for biking), and you'd need thatw one (at least in france) for getting state aids...
Make a giveaway pls bro
Sure if you pay for the costs why not!
@@Techtablets 🤣🤣
Good luck changing rear tire!
I had to change one on the ADO D30 my review is coming soon and it was a bit of a mission you have to unplug the motor and cut the tie wraps
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Tourist bike.
Hey everyone, this HiMo Z20 is incredibly strong. I was deliberately run down by a driver in Sydney Australia on 9/2/22. He hit me from behind at unbelievable speed. I could hear the idiot's car accelerating behind me and tracking me to hit me. I estimate the car was doing between 60 and 70 kph. All that happened was the back wheel severely buckled and the wires to the electric motor at the righthandside axle severed when it hit the road. The frame suffered no damage whatsoever. The back wheel is made stronger than an ordinary wheel. It has an extra reinforcing metal strip all the way around the circumference. Police are still investigating. I don't hold out much hope though, the police are corrupt in Campbelltown Sydney. Remember police are a gang in their own right. They do not protect and serve. They encourage gang formation by being perfectly useless. No authorities in New South Wales work together. Buck passing and laziness is their culture. Housing NSW Campbelltown is also corrupt. If you complain about harrassing, scamming, violent neighbours they go out of their way to make life very hard. Dominic Perrottet please address this - I was almost killed.
BIG MISTAKE buying this bike. It broke after only 2 months of use. They recommended to change the settings, it worked for another 3 weeks and broke again. So they recommended to check the cables. Worked for a week, broke again. None of the solutions worked anymore, until it miraculously started working after not using it for a while. After a week - broke again. It has been on and off for 5 MONTHS now... The customer service sending EMPTY MESSAGES to mark my case as solved in the system. Please DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY on their products.
That's not good but thank you for the feedback I liked this comment so others see it.
Hey pls reply, hows your bike after a year!??
Just fine, I've been reviewing others but this is one of the best foldables the build quality.
@@Techtablets tnx man