Any issues with the police from this bike? Given that the motor is above the 250 watt limit in the uk, I’m concerned about the legality of the bike. Even though it comes restricted.
Iv de restricted mine. Does around 25mph throttle only but have had 30mph peddle assist. I'm using mine for work. Brilliant bike and very comfortable but yeah,I'm always waiting for that 1 cop to stop me (well,try) I'm not gonna give it up easy.
to much work for manufactor to remove the whole system so the just sell for same price with the same motor but restricted/speed limit but you can easily unlock it
Hey mate - cool video there; can I install a rear kid seat to carry my 5y/o around (mounted on the luggage carrier. ) I did ask Engwe and they said, it can carry up to 20kgs. But wanted your view
Thanks for a good review. Can you explain about the brake upgrade? Are they hydraulic or cable, I'm confused.. I'm picking up one of these bikes this week, & I agree it's a bit quick & heavy for the budget brakes that are fitted! Cheers
If you search for "juin tech f1" you will see what I mean. The brakes are operated by a cable but there is a hydraulic reservoir in the calliper itself. I have used these before on my road bike and had good results. I hope that helps
Hi , have you tried the hygge vester lite ? Its very similar to this foldable bike ...was wondering how they compare as the vester has no video's online. Cheers
@@vikyosa4651I’ll give you £25 for it if you’re interested, just joking m8 , a friend of mine bought one about 6 months ago brand new worth every penny according to him !!! I would love one but can’t afford one , I’m poor so I’ll stick to my 70s B. S. A. Tour de France racer leg driven !!!
What about security when leaving it at the supermarket/shops? is there a convenient place for a heavy duty padlock? Looking forward to your adventures. Also have you had a little crash? noticed the marks on face/mouth, hope the bike is ok 🙏😜
Hey Scott! Yeah it's a bit of a best and certainly would want it locked. Here in London i tend not to lock any bikes up... I just take them inside. Nice that it can't be used without the key as well 👌🏼 It's random that you ask about a crash because I actually did have a low side on the Elves 3 days ago (me and the bike are fine, it was low speed). It's not related to the Rudolph style spot that's on my nose though. More detail coming in the video on Sunday 👍🏽
You can do what I do and use a huge 3 foot long motorbike lock wrapped round the whole frame! Another tip before you lock it fold it in half then lock it and remove the seat
We purchased this Vivi 27.5” electric bike and a Tentaquil 26” electric bike for our 13 and 14 year olds. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxUiL0GnyDjP32RJdd660sP8mZk4CRLTCJ The Vivi was much easier to put together. With the Vivi, there was a video link to assist with assembly which made the process easier to follow (we did put the handlebars on upside down, but it was a quick and easy fix). With the Tentaquil, the assembly was not as simple to follow, but after we messaged the company for an assembly video, it was easier and they did respond quickly. The other major differences were that the Vivi has a grip throttle on the right handle (like a motorcycle) and the Tentaquil has a push throttle that you use your thumb to activate. The monitors were also different, so if you’re looking for something specific in terms of changing the bikes functions, pay attention to what the monitor offers. We were really impressed with the overall quality and functionality of both bikes, but if you’re looking for more power and an easier assembly, definitely go with the Vivi!
Last year mate was forced to remove bikes from UK because of the 750watt motor. It was way too fast. Jay-Z have invested in them in 2021. But they seem to loose money every year. Just some info :)
@@wufler28 you can buy them. Just a shame they had to remove the 750w option. I really wish UK ebike laws would be updated as 250w and 15.5mph is useless. If they allowed 20mph and 750w it would be so much better.
750watt motors are illegal on the road in the UK. I hope you have insurance, registered the vehicle for for tax as if you get caught you're looking at points on your drivers license. 15mph pedal assistance and 250W are the limit.
I was going to buy this bike until I heard of the 250w restriction, and if caught they do you for no MOT, No Tax, No insurance, no registration, and riding a motor vehicle on bike paths. Its hundreds of pounds in fines, 8 points on licence and they will seize the bike and cost you another 300 to get it back. not worth it so I'm gong with their C20 Pro which is nearly the same but with a 250w motor.
Using cable brakes are such a bad design decision for a normal bike considering such a small cost difference, never mind an electric bike travelling a lot faster. The difference is night and day in my eyes, I dont know why they dont just use them on all bikes.
Very nice video mate, it was informative and straight forward. You kept it real and to the point without overdoing it. I got all the information I needed apart from one bit of information that would be really helpful for when I receive my one, which I purchased based on your review by the way 😁. How do I make the bike go beyond 15mph? If you could kindly explain the steps to me that would be fantastic. Keep up the good work, tour reviews are mutts nuts...👊🏽
Glad you found the video helpful, the bike is great! Here is a video that can help you with the speed adjustment - th-cam.com/video/S0pIGQjdrGo/w-d-xo.html
WARNING: !!!! Bought mine in 2020 so I didn't have to use public transport in London. I have ridden it almost every day, a round trip of about 5 miles, and I would fold it and keep it in my house when not in use.. Today, as I was about to head home, the frame snapped just behind the hinge. The bike is not in two pieces and nothing more than a pile of junk.
As you say, it looks like good value and would serve some people well - but calling it an E-bike is a bit of a stretch. It really is an electric motorcycle. Any vehicle that can do 50 Km/hr with a throttle will certainly be a menace in the wrong hands. It will be interesting to see how it works out for you.
Yeah, it's a great utility vehicle, essentially like a 4x4 of the car world. Great if used what it designed for 👌🏼 - I've been using it a while and I don't have it at full power, it's not needed!
@@MHdeJong87 geekbuying.. there's a coupon code to drop it to 720 (current unless sold out).. unfortunately the orange version sold out but I got the gray
Nice. But the braking is not adequate for the weight and speeds of this bike. Where you're fairly light, if I was on this bike, would mean a total rider + bike weight around 140-150kg depending on what I'm carrying. And mechanical disc brakes are not strong enough to stop that quickly, even in non emergency situations. You really have to plan your braking. Also, not a fan of the cruise control or the fact you can delimit it in the settings. But I see the appeal of E-Bikes, but we don't have enough regulations or enforcement to keep cyclists and pedestrians safe.
Nice to see an e-bike review and the reviewer actually using the pedals and not just showing how fast it can go using the throttle.
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Excellent review dude. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
Any issues with the police from this bike? Given that the motor is above the 250 watt limit in the uk, I’m concerned about the legality of the bike. Even though it comes restricted.
nah the dont care just dont go faster than 25 km when there close
The police aren’t going to stop you to check your motor if you’re riding sensibly. They won’t know the difference by just looking at it..
I live in london and they dont care. I seen faster bike whizzing throw😂
Iv de restricted mine. Does around 25mph throttle only but have had 30mph peddle assist. I'm using mine for work. Brilliant bike and very comfortable but yeah,I'm always waiting for that 1 cop to stop me (well,try) I'm not gonna give it up easy.
I'm confused, why have you got the 750w international version in the UK and not the 250w EU version?
to much work for manufactor to remove the whole system so the just sell for same price with the same motor but restricted/speed limit but you can easily unlock it
the have both on website but its kinda dumb to buy 250 watt one
@@applecorp just buy the best version and keep it locked under 30km/ it should just fine
Good vid.ps.do the bars adjust forward and back?cheers,thumbs up.
Hai bro… which one is better for regular use. This one or c20 pro ?
Get the international ep-2 pro..best money I’ve spent and it’s real good…
ideal for your purpose. a few quid spent here and there on small upgrades and you have a solid e-bike commuter.
Excellent review
Glad it was helpful!
not legal in the UK sad to say as 250 watts is max power legally allowed.
Hey mate - cool video there; can I install a rear kid seat to carry my 5y/o around (mounted on the luggage carrier. )
I did ask Engwe and they said, it can carry up to 20kgs. But wanted your view
What are these knobbly tires like on wet tarmac?
Thanks for a good review. Can you explain about the brake upgrade? Are they hydraulic or cable, I'm confused.. I'm picking up one of these bikes this week, & I agree it's a bit quick & heavy for the budget brakes that are fitted! Cheers
If you search for "juin tech f1" you will see what I mean. The brakes are operated by a cable but there is a hydraulic reservoir in the calliper itself. I have used these before on my road bike and had good results. I hope that helps
whats a fender i call it a mudguard as im english like you 💯
Hi , have you tried the hygge vester lite ? Its very similar to this foldable bike ...was wondering how they compare as the vester has no video's online. Cheers
I've not tried that bike...I'll have a look 👍🏽
Hows it holding up mate? Im looking at getting one, is it easy enough to de-restrict?
Good vid btw
Hey man! It's robust for sure 👌🏼 You can alter the restriction in the setting using the computer.
Hey, I got one for myself and I want to sell it as is too heavy for me, is just a week old, if anyone is interested, let me know thanks.
@@vikyosa4651I’ll give you £25 for it if you’re interested, just joking m8 , a friend of mine bought one about 6 months ago brand new worth every penny according to him !!! I would love one but can’t afford one , I’m poor so I’ll stick to my 70s B. S. A. Tour de France racer leg driven !!!
@@vikyosa4651have you sold it?
@vikyosa4651 hi, do you still have the bike ?
Does anyone know what the size of the front wheel nut is? Mine is missing and I’d used m10 and m12 but either are not suitable.
how is it as a push pedal bike, lets say battery totally flat could you easily cycle home if you had say 3-5 miles to go? please
5 miles will be no problem for this bike, should easily be able to 25+ plus miles without using the pedals
Hey. How noisy is the motor though 🤔
you can hear it, but not much different to other ebikes with the same size motor 👍🏽
hey i was wondering if i took it to school someday and it rains all day outside will it be good? because i obviously cant take it inside.
I mean it will probably be ok but I wouldn't recommend it. Eventually mother nature will destroy your beloved bike
Hy i want to order the engwene pro but the website doesn t really work , is their website safe to use, also is it uk free delivery?
Hey, yes they are a legit company. They have stock in the UK so delivery should be pretty quick 👍🏽
Engwe vs Eahora ?
Is allowed to use? I live in Italy is allowed only 25km
as he said 25 km is the limit so when you give it more speed your making it illegal but thats at your own risk
This or the M20?
Chuck a pair of BMX handlebars on and a set of zoom hydraulic calipers. Trust me, you won't regret it
What about security when leaving it at the supermarket/shops? is there a convenient place for a heavy duty padlock? Looking forward to your adventures.
Also have you had a little crash? noticed the marks on face/mouth, hope the bike is ok 🙏😜
Yeah I just take the foldable Ebike with me inside
Hey Scott! Yeah it's a bit of a best and certainly would want it locked. Here in London i tend not to lock any bikes up... I just take them inside. Nice that it can't be used without the key as well 👌🏼
It's random that you ask about a crash because I actually did have a low side on the Elves 3 days ago (me and the bike are fine, it was low speed). It's not related to the Rudolph style spot that's on my nose though. More detail coming in the video on Sunday 👍🏽
@@JourdainColeman well as long as the bikes ok, you'll heal 😜
You can do what I do and use a huge 3 foot long motorbike lock wrapped round the whole frame! Another tip before you lock it fold it in half then lock it and remove the seat
Well presented & narrated videos dude 💪🏾
Glad you enjoyed!
We purchased this Vivi 27.5” electric bike and a Tentaquil 26” electric bike for our 13 and 14 year olds. th-cam.com/users/postUgkxUiL0GnyDjP32RJdd660sP8mZk4CRLTCJ The Vivi was much easier to put together. With the Vivi, there was a video link to assist with assembly which made the process easier to follow (we did put the handlebars on upside down, but it was a quick and easy fix). With the Tentaquil, the assembly was not as simple to follow, but after we messaged the company for an assembly video, it was easier and they did respond quickly. The other major differences were that the Vivi has a grip throttle on the right handle (like a motorcycle) and the Tentaquil has a push throttle that you use your thumb to activate. The monitors were also different, so if you’re looking for something specific in terms of changing the bikes functions, pay attention to what the monitor offers. We were really impressed with the overall quality and functionality of both bikes, but if you’re looking for more power and an easier assembly, definitely go with the Vivi!
Funny how this bike looks identical to Tesgo and has the same controls and monitor.
is it legal in the UK??
Yes its legal if you put a 250watt sticker on it.
Danish company Mate sell a bike close to this. Price 2200£ and up. 🤔
Last year mate was forced to remove bikes from UK because of the 750watt motor. It was way too fast. Jay-Z have invested in them in 2021. But they seem to loose money every year. Just some info :)
@@wufler28 you can buy them. Just a shame they had to remove the 750w option. I really wish UK ebike laws would be updated as 250w and 15.5mph is useless. If they allowed 20mph and 750w it would be so much better.
750watt motors are illegal on the road in the UK. I hope you have insurance, registered the vehicle for for tax as if you get caught you're looking at points on your drivers license. 15mph pedal assistance and 250W are the limit.
Risky purchase
Yet i see people riding 1k and up daily ill be fine police dont care aslong as you dont cuase any problems and 20 isnt even that fast
England is the North Korea of the free world hahahaha
@@rochrides8730 yea we should be allowed 1kw and e schooter laws need to be fixed
I was going to buy this bike until I heard of the 250w restriction, and if caught they do you for no MOT, No Tax, No insurance, no registration, and riding a motor vehicle on bike paths. Its hundreds of pounds in fines, 8 points on licence and they will seize the bike and cost you another 300 to get it back. not worth it so I'm gong with their C20 Pro which is nearly the same but with a 250w motor.
Using cable brakes are such a bad design decision for a normal bike considering such a small cost difference, never mind an electric bike travelling a lot faster. The difference is night and day in my eyes, I dont know why they dont just use them on all bikes.
Very nice video mate, it was informative and straight forward. You kept it real and to the point without overdoing it. I got all the information I needed apart from one bit of information that would be really helpful for when I receive my one, which I purchased based on your review by the way 😁. How do I make the bike go beyond 15mph? If you could kindly explain the steps to me that would be fantastic. Keep up the good work, tour reviews are mutts nuts...👊🏽
Glad you found the video helpful, the bike is great! Here is a video that can help you with the speed adjustment - th-cam.com/video/S0pIGQjdrGo/w-d-xo.html
I have the Ep-2 pro upgraded version but came with 48v 12.8ah Battery can I upgrade to 16ah battery?
I keep heard angry then realised the brand is called Engwe. 😅
😂 😂
This is an awesome video! please release an update if any issues has occurred. Is it easy to pedal if the battery died on me?
Glad you enjoyed! The bike is fairly hard to pedal without the batter because of it's weight. But still doable 👌🏼
I just got one of these to test on my channel just like yours it totally tanked my views
WARNING: !!!! Bought mine in 2020 so I didn't have to use public transport in London. I have ridden it almost every day, a round trip of about 5 miles, and I would fold it and keep it in my house when not in use.. Today, as I was about to head home, the frame snapped just behind the hinge. The bike is not in two pieces and nothing more than a pile of junk.
Go get it rewelded .. job done
@@chriskautz3245 I wouldn’t trust it. Coming from a BMX background, a cracked frame is done, one that snaps in two, potential death trap.
@Immortal__ Not enough to crack a well designed frame made from good quality materials. I replaced it with a hard tail Ouxi V8.
So it lasted almost 3 years then
Wanna sell it?
this bike looks dupe, just got one foldtan 140🥰
As you say, it looks like good value and would serve some people well - but calling it an E-bike is a bit of a stretch. It really is an electric motorcycle. Any vehicle that can do 50 Km/hr with a throttle will certainly be a menace in the wrong hands. It will be interesting to see how it works out for you.
Yeah, it's a great utility vehicle, essentially like a 4x4 of the car world. Great if used what it designed for 👌🏼 - I've been using it a while and I don't have it at full power, it's not needed!
I got one, and it's friking epic
@@noodles169 I want one lol
It's currently selling for $700 including shipping with a coupon code
Site or link?
Do you have a link?
@@MHdeJong87 geekbuying.. there's a coupon code to drop it to 720 (current unless sold out).. unfortunately the orange version sold out but I got the gray
Bike of choice it seems for those Uber Eats riders and many others.
Nice. But the braking is not adequate for the weight and speeds of this bike. Where you're fairly light, if I was on this bike, would mean a total rider + bike weight around 140-150kg depending on what I'm carrying. And mechanical disc brakes are not strong enough to stop that quickly, even in non emergency situations. You really have to plan your braking.
Also, not a fan of the cruise control or the fact you can delimit it in the settings.
But I see the appeal of E-Bikes, but we don't have enough regulations or enforcement to keep cyclists and pedestrians safe.
Hey Han! Yeah, I agree, hydraulic brakes would be a welcome addition. I see the next model up does have hydraulics brakes. 🤔
Fenders!!!!!! In the UK they are mudguards only ignorant yanks would call them Fenders.