Overview

• The video is a review of the Burchta R5 Pro, a full-suspension foldable e-bike made by Milestar.
• The bike is described as a “beast” with fat tires and a peak speed of 30 miles per hour.

“This thing is a beast, a fat tire, full suspension foldable e-bike.”

Specifications

• The Burchta R5 Pro is classified as a class 3E bike.
• It weighs 74 pounds and has a payload capacity of 400 pounds.
• The bike comes in two colors: gray and muted green.
• It is available in one size, suitable for riders with a height of 5’4″ to 6’5″.
• The current price is $1499, but there is a discount code available for $100 off until July 1st, and Scott’s code “scott50” offering a $50 discount after that.

“The Burchta R5 Pro is a class 3E bike and it’s shipped to you as a class 3 e-bike… This bike also comes in two different colors… Now this bike weighs 74 pounds but it has a payload capacity of 400 pounds… Currently, this bike sells for $1499.”

Performance and Motor

• The Burchta R5 Pro uses a 750-watt brushless geared motor, with a peak power of 1000 watts and 85 newton meters of torque.
• The bike has an eight-speed Shimano transmission and Shimano Tourney derailleur.
• It features the Dioceland two-piston hydraulic brake system with 160mm rotors on the front and rear.

“The Burchta R5 Pro uses a 750-watt brushless geared motor… It has a peak of 1000 watts and 85 newton meters of torque… The transmission is an eight-speed Shimano transmission… The R5 Pro uses the Dioceland two-piston hydraulic brake system and it has 160 millimeter rotors on the front and rear of the bike.”

Battery and Charging

• The bike is equipped with a 48-volt, 16 amp-hour, 768-watt hour battery that fits into the down tube.
• The battery can be charged without unfolding the bike and has a charging port.
• The charger is a 54-volt, 2 amp-hour charger that takes 4 to 5 hours to fully charge the battery.

Suspension and Tires

• The Burchta R5 Pro has a double crown front fork system with 114mm of travel.
• It is equipped with massive 26×4 inch Chow Yang tires that have an aggressive tread pattern and are puncture-resistant.
• The bike features a rear shock with approximately 50mm of travel.

Additional Features

• The Burchta R5 Pro includes metal fenders, metal pedals, and a rack with a capacity of about 55 pounds.
• It has an adjustable stem and a comfortable padded seat.
• The bike can be easily folded for storage or transportation.

“Additional features include metal fenders, metal pedals… you have this monster thick looking big rack that’s going to hold about 55 pounds… Folding this bike isn’t that bad, this bike rates on its own extended out of 79 inches but we want to fold it so we can put it in storage or put it in a car.”

Bike Performance and Effort

• The bike weighs 74 pounds, so some effort is required to pedal it.
• This is true for most big fat tire bikes.

Throttle Test

• The throttle speed is determined by the pedal assist level.
• The throttle took the bike to 9 miles per hour in pedal assist level one, 13 miles per hour in level two, 17 miles per hour in level three, and 22 miles per hour in level four.
• The throttle reached 26 miles per hour in pedal assist level five.

Pedal Assist Only Test

• In pedal assist level one, the bike reached 10 miles per hour.
• In level two, it reached 13 miles per hour.
• In level three, it reached 18 miles per hour.
• In level four, it reached 21 miles per hour.
• In level five, it reached 26 miles per hour.

0 to 20 Speed Test

• Using throttle only, the bike took 11 seconds to go from 0 to 20 miles per hour.
• With Pedal Assist level five, the bike took 10 seconds to reach 20 miles per hour.

Brake Test

• The bike stops within the same distance in both tests.
• The brakes are described as “awesome” and perform consistently.

“These brakes are awesome.”

Size and Fit

• The bike’s adjustable stem and seat allow for customization and comfort.
• The seat has markings to remember the preferred setting.
• The bike is tall at 79 inches.
• Different seat and handlebar positions can accommodate riders of varying heights.

“I’m 69 inches and this bike is 79 inches.”

Bike Build and Performance

• The bike has a good build and shape.
• It rides well and doesn’t rattle.
• The middle suspension is working, not great but better than not having it.
• The bike performs well on a jump and hill climb test.

Pedal Assist Levels and Battery Power

• The bike performs well in pedal assist level five with full throttle.
• There is a delay when taking off with the throttle.
• Pedal assist level one is not as powerful and may struggle on steep hills.
• The battery level is displayed on the bike’s display.
• The battery power can fluctuate and the display may not be entirely accurate.

Riding Distance and Battery Life

• The bike’s display shows the mileage and battery level.
• The display may not be completely accurate, but gets closer over time and with longer rides.
• The battery life can vary depending on usage.
• The rider was able to cover 10.6 miles with two bars of battery remaining.
• The display may bounce between battery levels.

Riding Experience and Troubleshooting

• The bike is fun to ride and feels great with no ghost pedaling.
• The delay with the throttle and pedal assist might take some getting used to.
• The bike’s battery died after riding 22.36 miles.
• An error code “08” appeared on the display, which likely indicates a discharged battery.

“I didn’t think this bike was going to be as fun as it is…everything feels great about this bike…the delay is one of those things you’re gonna have to get used to…Strava shows that we did 22.36 miles before we ran out of battery power…the display was just a little bit behind with 22.36”

Riding experience and impressions

• The seating position and seat quality were better than expected.
• Grips were also comfortable, though the speaker might consider changing them.
• Overall, the bike felt good to ride.

“I like a lot about this bike… I mean it felt just fine for the trip… yeah, it was totally good.”

Display and lighting concerns

• The display, despite being full-color, was difficult to see in cloudy weather. It is likely to be equally problematic in sunny weather.
• The rear light is not preferred due to its tendency to turn on accidentally. The speaker suggests removing the battery to avoid this issue.

“I don’t like the fact that every time I move the bike I’m hitting this light on… just go ahead and take the battery out of this and you’ll be fine.”

Positive surprises and performance

• The seat exceeded expectations in terms of comfort.
• The bike provided better mileage than anticipated.
• While voltage fluctuation was a minor concern, the speaker suggests that viewers now have a better idea of what to expect.
• The motor made some noise at the beginning, but once in motion, it operated quietly. Despite not being a “buffang” motor, the performance was satisfactory.

“The motor does make noise… but once it gets going it’s totally quiet… I found no issue with the performance I was getting out of it.”

Recommendation and discount

• The speaker recommends the Burchda R5 Pro and provides a link for viewers interested in the bike.
• A $100 discount is currently available until July 1st, which can be accessed through the provided link. If the discount is no longer available, viewers can use the code “scott50” to save $50.
• An assembly video showcasing additional gifts and the bike’s ease of assembly is also mentioned.

“If you’re interested in it… go ahead and click my link below… if it is past the date that they’re doing the 100 discount, we’ll go ahead use my code scott50 to save yourself fifty dollars off this bike.”