Unboxing the bike

• Removing the supports and bands of the bike box.
• The box contains organized compartments for the charger, tools, accessories, and instructions.

“Let’s take a look at this box. We’re gonna get rid of these supports and bands, and open this thing up. You have your platform. They have really organized everything to make it perfect.”

Bike specifications and features

• The Velotrack Go 1 is a class II e-bike, capable of reaching speeds of up to 20 miles per hour via the thumb throttle or five levels of pedal assist.
• The bike weighs 65 pounds but has a maximum payload capacity of 440 pounds.
• It comes in one size and is suitable for riders with a height ranging from five feet to six feet six inches.
• Available in two colors: forest and indigo gray.
• The bike is priced at $1799, with an early bird special of $1499 in July.
• The bike features a 500 watt rear hub motor with a peak of 900 watts and 65 newton meters of torque.
• Equipped with a Shimano 7-speed transmission, Shimano Tourney derailleur, and Shimano trigger shifters.
• The brake system has been upgraded to a four-piston hydraulic brake system with 180 millimeter rotors.
• The battery is a 48 volt 14.4 amp hour battery with 662 watt hours.
• The bike includes Apple’s Find My feature for tracking.
• Various attachments are available for the utility bike, such as front and rear baskets, passenger foot pegs, a seat pad, and a passenger handrail.

“The VelotricGo 1 is a class II e-bike capable of 20 miles per hour via the thumb throttle or pedal assist. It weighs 65 pounds but has a maximum payload capacity of 440 pounds. Comes in one size suitable for riders from five feet to six feet six inches. Available in forest and indigo gray colors. Priced at $1799, with an early bird special of $1499 in July. It has a 500 watt rear hub motor with 900 watts peak power. Equipped with Shimano 7-speed transmission. Upgraded to a four-piston hydraulic brake system. The battery is a 48 volt 14.4 amp hour battery. Features Apple’s Find My for tracking. Various attachments are available for the utility bike.”

Battery and charging

• The battery is a 48 volt 14.4 amp hour battery with 662 watt hours.
• Charging is done through a port on the down tube or by removing the battery using the included key.

Bike controls and display

• The bike has a control panel with up and down arrow buttons for adjusting pedal assist levels.
• It features a headlight button and a screen that displays various information such as trip meter, total odometer, average speed, max speed, time on the bike, calories, and power output.
• The right hand side includes a grip, gear indicator, and rear brake.
• The bike is equipped with a bell.

Riding the bike

• The bike performs well at a speed of around 10 miles per hour.
• The handlebars can be adjusted to improve comfort.
• The bike is capable of speeds up to 20 miles per hour in pedal assist mode.
• The bike can be locked or unlocked to achieve different levels of speed.
• A battery test is conducted to assess the distance the bike can cover.

“The bike performs well at a speed of around 10 miles per hour. The handlebars can be adjusted for comfort. The bike can reach speeds up to 20 miles per hour in pedal assist mode. It can be locked or unlocked for different levels of speed. A battery test is conducted to assess the distance covered.”

Observations

• The Velotric Go 1 is a versatile utility bike with multiple functionalities and impressive specifications.
• It offers a comfortable riding experience, with adjustable components to suit individual preferences.
• The bike’s battery and charging system are convenient and efficient.
• The controls and display provide the necessary information for a smooth ride.
• Overall, the Velotrack Go 1 is a reliable and practical utility bike.

“The Velotric Go 1 is a versatile utility bike with impressive specifications. It offers a comfortable riding experience, convenient battery and charging systems, and easy-to-use controls and display.”

Mileage and Pedal Assist Performance

• The bike has different pedal assist levels that determine the speed at which it cruises.
• Pedal assist number one allows you to cruise at 11 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist number two cruises at 15 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist number three allows you to cruise at 18 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist number four cruises at 21 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist number five holds you at 25 miles an hour.

“The bike has different pedal assist levels that determine the speed at which it cruises.”

Unlocked Pedal Assist Test

• With the bike unlocked, it can go up to 25 miles an hour.
• The throttle test in unlocked mode shows that at pedal assist number one, you cruise at 11 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist level two allows you to cruise at 15 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist level three cruises at 18 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist level four allows you to cruise at 21 miles an hour.
• Pedal assist level five holds you at 25 miles an hour.

“With the bike unlocked, it can go up to 25 miles an hour.”

Unlocked Pedal Assist Test with Throttle Only

• In unlocked mode with only throttle, the bike can go from 0 to 20 miles an hour.
• Using throttle only in pedal assist level five, the bike reaches 25 miles an hour in 8 seconds.

Unlocked vs Locked Pedal Assist Test

• Testing the bike’s speed from 0 to 20 miles an hour with only throttle, the unlocked mode takes 12 seconds.
• Repeating the test in locked mode, the bike takes 7 seconds to reach 0 to 20 miles an hour.

Seating Position and Size

• The bike offers adjustable seating positions to accommodate different rider heights.
• The highest seating position is suitable for 6’6″ riders, while the lowest position is for 5-foot riders.
• The reviewer has added extra-long bolts to the folding lock, allowing for a higher seating position.

Portability and Size

• The bike’s narrow handlebars make it easy to maneuver and fit in tight spaces.
• The reviewer mentions that pushing it into the garage is easy due to the narrow handlebars.

“The bike’s narrow handlebars make it easy to maneuver and fit in tight spaces.”

Hill Test

• The bike performs well on a hill test, easily making it up the hill with pedal assist level five and throttle only.

“The bike performs well on a hill test, easily making it up the hill with pedal assist level five and throttle only.”

Off-Road Capability

• Although not designed for off-road use, the bike is capable of handling light off-road terrain.

“Although not designed for off-road use, the bike is capable of handling light off-road terrain.”

Brake Test

• The bike performs well during a brake test, stopping at 27 and 31 feet in separate tests.

Battery Life and Performance

• The reviewer plans to ride the bike until the battery runs out of juice.
• The battery starts flashing at 27.9 miles, indicating a low charge.
• The display on the bike is easy to read even in different lighting conditions.
• The wattage fluctuates between 200s and low threes.
• The 500 watt motor is extremely quiet, creating a stealthy and nimble riding experience.
• The throttle still works even with a low battery.

“I mean this is impressive…You can go a long distance”

Bike Features and Performance

• The bike is nimble, quiet, and has excellent brakes.
• The size and weight of the bike make it suitable for grocery runs once the baskets are added.
• The power of the bike shuts off at 30.5 miles, but the mileage surpasses the reviewer’s expectation.
• The four-piston brake system on a lightweight utility bike is considered a game changer.
• There might be a concern about the availability of accessories for the Velotrac Go 1.

“The brakes on this bike is excellent…It has great tires. You’re stealthy, it’s nimble…I got more mileage out of it than what I thought I would”

Bike Accessories and Purchasing Information

• The reviewer mentions the anticipation of adding baskets to the bike for utility purposes.
• It is uncertain if Velotrac will offer a variety of accessories for the Go 1.
• The reviewer provides a discount code for potential buyers to save money on the bike.

“Once those baskets come in and I put them on there, I’m really excited about using this bike as a utility bike…I’ll be letting you know as well”