Video Summary

Introduction and Bike Overview

• The video is a review of the electric bike company’s Model R, which the presenter customized using the company’s website.
• The model R is a Class 2 e-bike that can reach 20 miles per hour with pedal assist or using the thumb throttle.
• The bike starts at $2,499, but the customized version shown in the video costs over $5,000.
• The bike comes in one size and is recommended for riders with a height of 4’6″ to 6’8″.
• There are various color options and customizations available.

“Now this sexy beast I was able to design myself using their website and I did an entire video on the process that it took for me to build this exact bike.”

Specifications and Features

• The model R is a beach cruiser style bike.
• It weighs 72 pounds with the front rack and extra batteries.
• The bike can handle a maximum payload capacity of 420 pounds, with a recommended rider weight of 350 pounds.
• The bike features customization options and is assembled in the US.
• The bike comes with a 500 watt rear hub motor, 60 newton meters of torque, and a Shimano 7-speed transmission.
• It is equipped with a hydraulic front fork suspension system with 80 millimeters of play.
• The tires are 26 by 3 inches and have extra rubber inside for puncture resistance.
• The front rack can hold 45 pounds, and the rear rack can hold 40 pounds.
• The bike comes with standard features such as a quick release seat post, adjustable stem, and quick release front wheel.

“The model R and it is a beach cruiser as you can see or at least this is how I designed it on their website. Now it does come as a Class 2 e-bike… This version right here happens to be a little bit over five thousand dollars… The model R only comes in one size and the recommended rider height for that is four six to six eight… The model R starts off at $2,499 but you can customize it and just continue on with the options… The model R weighs 72 pounds…The bike can handle a maximum payload capacity of 420 pounds… It has customization options and is assembled in the US… It uses a 500 watt rear hub motor and has 60 newton meters of torque… The tires are 26 by 3 inch with extra rubber inside for puncture resistance… The front rack can hold 45 pounds, and the rear rack can hold 40 pounds… The bike comes with standard features such as a quick release seat post, adjustable stem, and quick release front wheel.”

Battery and Range

• The model R is equipped with three batteries, one in the down tube and two mounted in the front basket.
• The total battery capacity is 1,536 Watt hours.
• The bike is claimed to have a range of 150 miles on a single battery charge.
• Charging the batteries takes about four to five hours each.

“The model R uses a 48 volt 14 amp battery with 672 Watt hours in the down tube… The second battery is two 48 volt 14 amp batteries with 864 Watt hours in the front basket… The bike has a total of 1,536 total Watt hours… The bike is claimed to do 150 miles on a single battery charge… To charge the basket battery, there is a charging port… It takes about four to five hours to charge each battery.”

Cockpit and Controls

• The bike’s control panel displays battery power, voltage, temperature, speed, pedal assist level, power time, and distance.
• The pedal assist level can be adjusted using the control panel.
• The bike is equipped with turn signals controlled by a button on the grip.
• The bike has a key tag, remotes, and keys for the batteries.
• The left-hand side of the cockpit has a leather grip, front brake lever, thumb throttle, and turn signal controls.
• The right-hand side of the cockpit has a grip, horn, and thumb shifters for the gears.

“On the left-hand side here you have this very nice leather electric bike company grip… You have your front brake lever…this is your throttle… with the version that I have it has turn signals and this is how you operate those… On the right hand side here you have a grip but then you also have a horn… Here is your thumb shifters right here.”

Upgrades and Accessories

• The presenter added several upgrades and accessories to the bike, including fenders, a back rack, an upgraded seat and suspension seat post, leather grips, a new light system, and an anti-theft alarm.
• The bike comes with standard features such as a quick-release seat post, adjustable stem, and quick-release front wheel.
• The presenter demonstrates the quick release seat post and the mix system on the back rack for easy attachment of bags.

“This bike does come with some standard features like this quick release seat post… I added the fenders… upgraded the seat and suspension seat post… upgraded the grips to leather… upgraded the whole light system and cockpit area… added an anti-theft alarm… This bike comes with a mix system on the back rack for easy attachment of bags.”

Headlights and Indicators

• The Model R has headlights that can be turned on by holding the up button.
• The headlights have two settings: normal lighting and bright lights.
• When the headlights are turned on, it is indicated on the screen.
• The Model R also has two turn signals and a brake light.

“This brings it up then you also have your headlights so to turn your headlights on you’re just going to hold on the up button and when those come on well you can control you have normal lighting and then you have bright lights so it just turns on your second set of lighting you will also see it indicated on your screen and with this version of the model R you have the two turn signals and brake lights here plus a brake light right here.”

Difficulty Climbing Hills

• The reviewer mentions that the hill they are currently on is difficult for the bike to climb.
• He was able to make it up the hill by using pedal assist level five and cranking the pedals.

“This part of the hill always gets the bikes… If I just crank it a little bit, we can make it up the hill.”

Hill Climb Strategy

• The reviewer suggests that when encountering a hill while riding this bike, it is best to keep pedaling and not slow down.
• They recommend shifting to a lower gear to make climbing easier.

“If you see a hill, you’re just going to want to be cranking when you get to it… Kick it down a couple gears, that’d be a little bit easier.”

Battery Range and Performance

• The reviewer mentions that they have reached the end of the Lake Shore Trail with only 15.5 miles covered.
• They express doubt about the bike’s ability to reach the claimed 150-mile range.

“We barely have any battery left… This bike doesn’t sound like it’s heavy, but I’ve been fighting headwind the whole way.”

Anti-Theft System

• The reviewer demonstrates the anti-theft system on the bike, which can be locked and unlocked with a remote.
• If someone attempts to mess with the bike, it will give a warning sound and go off if they try to take it.

“If it’s locked up or even if it’s not locked up and somebody starts to mess with the bike, well, it’s going to give them a warning… It’s just going to go off.”

Battery Range and Display Issues

• The reviewer mentions that the battery range displayed on the bike is not accurate and lacks a percentage.
• They express frustration about not knowing when the battery will run out without consulting a chart.

“Unfortunately, it doesn’t give me a battery percentage… That’s the part that I don’t really like about this bike.”

Overall Riding Experience

• The reviewer praises the smoothness and comfort of the bike.
• They mention that the suspension seat post and seat are doing a great job.

“The smoothest bike that I have ever ridden or reviewed… The most comfortable.”

Brake Test

• The reviewer performs a brake test, reaching a speed of 25 mph and stopping smoothly.
• They express satisfaction with the braking experience.

“The smoothest bike that I have ever ridden or reviewed… The most comfortable.”

Bike Range and Battery Life

• The bike’s battery is advertised to have a range of 150 miles, but in this test, it only reached 44.94 miles before running out of battery.
• It’s worth considering that the advertised range may be at a lower speed and pedal assist level.
• The display on the bike shows zero battery level when it runs out of power, but the voltage remains at 43 volts.

“I am kind of surprised that I figured I would get more mileage out of this bike considering it says it would do 150 miles.”

Riding Experience and Comfort

• The bike rides smoothly and feels comfortable with a suspension seat post and a comfortable saddle.
• Despite the limited range, the overall riding experience was enjoyable.

“I mean this thing rides like it’s on a cloud; it is really super super nice.” “This seat is amazing right when you add the seat and the suspension seat post I mean I am totally fine.”

Annoyances and Other Observations

• Every time the bike is turned on, there is a prompt to accept the electric bike company’s terms and services. This prompt appears even after it has been accepted before.
• It is unclear how to prevent the prompt from appearing again.
• The extra battery makes the front end of the bike heavy, and this should be taken into account when riding.

“I do find it annoying that every time you turn on the bike the electric bike company like terms and services comes up and you have to accept it every time.” “It is a big bike and it is kind of heavy in the front with that extra battery so if you end up doing the extra battery make sure that you know keep that in mind.”

Recommendation and Conclusion

• The reviewer recommends checking out the electric bike company’s bikes, as they often have specials and sales, potentially saving money.
• Overall, the reviewer enjoyed the ride and found the bike to be comfortable, despite the limited range and some minor annoyances.

“If you are interested in any of electric bike companies bikes or you just want to check them out, we’ll go ahead click that link below that’ll take you right there.” “Well, this does it for my review of the electric bike companies model R.”