Lectric One eBike | First LOOK and DISCUSSION | Is It WORTH The COST?
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- čas přidán 11. 03. 2024
- HONEST eBike Reviews and Riding Adventures \ SUBSCRIBE And Enjoy The Ride! The NEW Lectric One!! Lets talk about it. There's a few things I don't care for, but there are several things I really like.
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Sorry I said Mid-drive, yeah I was thinking mid drive because the new bike I just purchased is my first mid drive and it showed up today while making this video. Its been a few hours since posting this video and I am already seeing a trend. No one is excited about this accept the ones that made all the "infomercials". Thinking with a clearer head, I will probably pass on this one.
Richard my opinion after the x p track and the x peak. Your opinion is main reason.I didn't buy an lectric bike. Your instinct seemed to be good.I think I would pass on that
Plus Richard, the trend for 2024. Is the ebacks prices are coming down? Electric now wants to raise their prices.
Ramblas?
I think it is pretty cool that they are able to include the pinion smart shift system into a bike that is $2k. I think I have only seen pinion on Stromer bikes which are like $10k+. I like how Lectric is reaching more audiences and I am sure we will see some upgrades to their existing models at some point
I just received my bike. It’s definitely worth the money. What I like is that it’s smooth, quick, light , easy to manoeuvre , shifts so smoothly and it’s a real pleasure to drive. And no, I’m not paid to write this.
Another solid video Richard! You know I watched that premiere presentation from Lectric about this Ebike, and I didnt notice that it didnt have a front suspension. This is what makes your videos so special to all of us viewers. You notice everything so that we as buyers dont make a mistake on a purchase. Thank You, again!!
According to one of the early testers, it has no ghost pedaling up to 28 mph that is one positive, the pinion gearing is why it costs so much. Belt drive is good for muddy conditions and it requires no maintenance.
Very little maintenance. The belt would have to be adjusted occasionally, and cleaned with water if it gets muddy. The Pinion gearbox needs an oil change every 6,000 miles or so.
Really appreciate the honest review! I can't get past the lack of a front suspension, so I'll pass for now. The next iteration will probably include it due to popular demand anyway.
Front suspension add at least 2-3 lb. to the bike.
This ebike is designed for commuters that have limited storage space & need to carry the bike into the house (maybe with stairs), lightweight is more of a priority than comfort over bumps.
Majority of city commuters don't ride more than 10 miles in one direction, plenty of battery range with the small battery.
Smaller battery, less weight.
Smaller wheels/tires are for lightweight, less rotational mass, less battery consumption.
The Pinion gearbox eliminate the need for geared drivetrain that require maintenance, auto-shifting means you don't have to shift down when you come to a stop at traffic lights, which is quite frequent for city commuters.
There are not other ebike options on the market at $2K that offer Pinion gearbox & belt drive combination, not even at $3K.
I'd say LEctric One is a very good, if not exceptional value at $2K.
Just because Lectric is not sending you sample bikes to test and review, doesn't mean your critics on their products are legit for the designated purpose of their different bike models.
Be subjective on your reviews, make your review about specific purpose of each designated models.
Some models are designed for long range, some are not.
Some models are designed for comfort, some are not.
Some models are designed for lightweight, some are not.
You make some good points. Thanks.
I don’t think the price is bad for all it offers.
It needs a front suspension. In fact all bikes/trikes should have the front suspension. If it weren’t for that I’d advise to get.
I just saw the review of the bike and after seeing the review I would buy. Looks like fun.
Be a man, you don’t need suspension.
@@Jeremy-ff3jm lol. Being an older lady… we like a bit more comfort. In fact my men do too!!!! Lmao
Go for it!
I am also ordering the cane creek headset for my xpeak step thru. I have eliminated the wobble at the expense of removing the baskets. I really want to get at least one basket back. As for the lectric one the bike is out of my budget and it definitely needs a bigger battery.
I pedal alot..both ebikes and analog bikes...I have never once wished something shifted for me. It's not the "need" part of the bike. The "need" parts are a bigger motor, battery, and in Lectric's case, no wobble.
I too have noticed wobble in alot of other step thru brands! However, "Gary's Adventures" has solved that problem with the XPeak( installing a new headset dampener). Fix the batteries from catching on fire. Make the batteries last longer(increase mileage), and a more torque from the motors.
That's not a mid-drive, it's a gearbox that replaces the cassette and derailleur. That Pinion gearbox is a very high end component that will be close to an automatic transmission.
Agreed. Bike with these features could easily cost 3-5k from other manufacturers. QR adjustable stem, folding handlebars, hydraulic brakes plus that gearbox and Gates belt drive...no brainer. Not to mention the app and on the fly adjustability.
It only shifts when you stop pedaling, its kind of weird
I love watching you and your daughter!!! We need more women representing us, too!!! I feel at home with your reviews because I know you shot from the hip...I would love to see your opinion on this new tech!!!
I'm definitely part of a different group they are targeting with this bike. These are MY thoughts: The cost is still in the affordable category, most of my bikes cost a lot more than that. I like the smaller tires(IMO, fat tires are just not needed for pavement riding). I prefer the rigid fork, I have no use for a cheap/heavy suspension fork that would normally be on a bike like this. I'm very interested in trying a Pinion gearbox, but the auto-shifting doesn't interest me. The batteries are too small, I hope they offer a bigger battery option. Hopefully, the pedals aren't too close to the ground, I didn't see pedal strike mentioned in any of the review videos I've seen so far. The wet weather capability would be a huge plus for me. I ride in all weather, but currently only ride my non-electric bikes when it's raining. I'd like an e-bike to ride in the rain.
Yes..bike seems very nice!
VERY straight forward talk. I appreciate your channel. Your thoughts are my thoughts...very small battery, too small for me to even consider. Most of my rides are 30-35 miles and even then I want more battery.
Very thing i mentioned . It has been mentioned in most all reviews . What good does having a fancy shifter if you cannot even complete a ride and make it back home . $2000 e-bike should never have a 48v 10ah battery pack . And i happen to know how much those cells cost in there battery packs . Extremely small price . All there e-bikes are rated for 28mph but it is tough to actually get there let alone trying to maintain that speed . Every review shows the brakes squeaking loud . Low end materials . After quite a few mentioned the tiny range shown for pas4-5 the site took that spec down . Now i do own and like there lectric 3.0 . Sure , it’s generally low end parts as you will get for that price but it runs well and Lectric customer service has show to be great . You cannot keep increasing the power and keep with the same tiny battery packs . I will see if i can test ride one if anyone in my area end up buying one , but doubt that will change anything . 3 things could change my mind… 1-better non squeaking brakes 2-14ah pack for $2000 and 20ah for $2000 3-easy to get to (and) maintain 28mph.
One example is magicycle . Right now you can get 2 battery packs included …. 750 watt 95nm torque … each battery pack is 52v 20ah … just under $2000 … not endorsing , just one of many examples out there in the $2000 price range .
@@jimjr9143 Yes. I think if you had a short ride to work of maybe 5 miles or just wanted to cruise this bike around for 15 miles or so then I think it makes sense. I did notice they have an upgraded 19ah battery, so that is something. Now if Lectric found out how to make a big 40ah on this bike, UL certified...that's a bike I am buying.
Not for me. I have their 3.0 at $999 and it’s great. I’m Not that old I can’t shift to the gear I need. Kind of why I keep my 1955 Ford F-350 around, old school is fun. I haven’t made up my mind on a trike yet, looking forward to hearing about what you found.
Hey thanks for sharing. Well, my new bike... is dead. Waiting to hear from support about what they are going to do. It was real, real, nice for about 30 seconds.
At $2700 Canadian plus another $200 (USD) for shipping and customs fees, I don’t see this bike as a big seller up north.
After the initial surprise that Lectric created a bike with some high end components I decided to stick with getting a trike. Don't need the gearbox because I'll be throttling all the time anyways. The belt would be nice but I won't be wearing my chain out peddling and shifting. There was a wow factor because I've looked at a lot of reviews and have never seen that gearbox on a $2000 bike. Usually much more expensive bikes. If Lectric forces better quality on other ebikes at a lower price point to compete I think that's great for everyone.
A gates belt drive lasts 3 times longer then a chain,because I had a bike with a belt drive.
I wonder how much a replacement belt is? Because chains are 5$ 😂
Not the chains I use, but they are cheaper than a belt. Just the fact I don't have to clean and lube my chain is reason enough for me to want a belt drive.
Lectric Model Two… 2 batteries, suspension fork, torque sensor.
Random off topic ?, and I couldn’t find the video where I remember you testing it. I just went ahead and bought the dji wireless mic….since I have GoPro and no media mod, I plan on using the internal recording of the mic….isn’t this what you do? Then you clap to be able to line it up when editing? Is there any weird pauses or anything when trying to edit? Saw some post about a cheaper wireless mic brand was neewer something and saw issues with it and some people saying the DJI does it to when your editing it
Think I would hold off I watch all the other CZcamsrs most of them said they kinda didn’t like the auto shifting going to take some time to get used to it and they said you can upgrade to a different fork. They didn’t say how much and also the petals hit the kickstand when the kickstand is down. It is a working brake light one. CZcamsr said he didn’t like the front light. But it’s more of an app usage bike to get it dialed in the way you want it to me it looks kind of confusing to learn how to use it
Long time ebike rider with 10000+ miles on many different bikes. This is a 1st generation production of this type of bike from Lectric, which means Gen 2 will be better. Yes, it needs a suspension....dual is a must have. Battery size is an issue as well, but the point Lectric is making is the pinion system that provides the smoothest acceleration and auto shifting. Comps for this technology is $4k+ on any other bike like this. No doubt this is a great great deal. Any person that doesn't see this as a great value is the type of person that complains that the stereo in there Ferrari is not loud enough....You are missing the point completely.
I agree, a Pinion gearbox on a 2K bike is amazing. Most would want a suspension fork, but I like the rigid fork for a bike like this. The batteries are too small.
It does need a front suspension. But I believe they will change that soon in time with upgrades…
They discontinued the premium, most likely due to lagging sales and now this? It's not mid drive, it has pinion gearing and a belt drive, but no front suspension? Plus the base battery is wimpy. Good luck.
UL compliant isn’t UL certified. Compliant is the current status of this bike in regards to UL 2849.
Here are terms typically used:
“Tested” implies it was tested and (likely) failed some test in the standard. It is useless.
“Compliant” means the brand tested it themselves to see if it would pass the tests in the standard. This is typically done before sending samples to UL or a third party testing lab permitted by UL to test and issue certification to their standards (usually SGS or TUV). You’d want to do that too, to avoid wasting money and time with product that wouldn’t pass and obtain certification. However, it’s not certified and won’t pass muster with municipalities or residences that require UL certification.
“Certified” means UL or one of their trusted third party labs tested samples, they all passed all tests. It also means random testing now and then. This is what you want if your municipality or residence or insurance company requires it. The brand should provide you with a copy of their certificate when asked. They should provide at least a file or reference number, and that information should be printed on the UL label on the bike or battery.
Most don’t make this information easy to find on their product pages. Blaupunkt is the only one I’ve looked at that had their UL certificate easily found on their ebike pages and downloadable, if you want to see what one looks like.
Despite finding Denago, Velotric, Fucare, Himiway, Radio Flyer, RadPower in UL’s ProspectoriQ database, I’ve not been able to locate their UL certification information on their web sites. Maybe they’re working through old inventory that isn’t certified.
The no front suspension fork is a major concern for me as well. I really want to have a front suspension fork with this bike. The suspension seat and seat post I can obviously buy and install separately but I really don’t want to have to do any DIY with a front suspension fork for this bike.
I preordered the ONE. Supposed to ship in June. Nevered shipped. Called them and now they say itll be shipped in August.. in they change again i plan on cancling the order.
I could go either way on a belt. A belt is cleaner as you don’t lubricate it. It is a benefit for a commuter to avoid getting dirty grease on your pants. But a full chainguard would do the same thing. A shame most commuter bikes these days don’t come with one. A chain may snap but I could always remove the broken section and reconnect the chain and be back on my way. And good chains are relatively inexpensive and are 100% recyclable when worn out. A belt isn’t.
It seems like they decided they wanted a Pinion Gear Box with the Belt Drive at 2K price point, then figured out the rest of the stuff backwards from there. But i imagine they will have the suspension fork, bigger battery, as upgrades, and they want to advertise it “starting at 1999”. I think in reality you will need to put another $500 into this bike for a suspension fork and seatpost, to be able to ride it comfortably, and then another 600$ into it for a proper 🔋. They have nice fancy components on it, but dang it looked like a rough ride!! I thought Jeremiah was going to crash 💥 riding over potholes one handed swinging a round a 10 foot gopro pole.
I wonder if your xp trike battery is compatible with this bike. This seems a pretty good deal based solely on standard included features. Too bad about the front fork but if I could ride two wheelers I'd be pre-ordering this today. I have 800+ miles on my XP Trike. Still hoping for a 2.0 version of that soon. Thanks for the vid and your early impressions.
Update: XP One battery is compatible with battery from Xpedition, Xpremium and XP Trike
BTW Richard. The long range battery is standard on the Trike. When you get your One, switch out the battery for a long range upgrade.
Were you asked to go to their media day?
Belts will last at least twice as long as a chain plus being much cleaner.
I thought most of your bikes were more expensive than the lectric one? I heard the gates belt drive and the pinion gearbox and the gates belt drive alone on other bikes are worth close to 2k by themselves. It's crazy cheap when you think of it that way. I might have to convince one of my more well off friends to buy one so I can try it out.
I think the front suspension is optional. So is the bigger battery.
I didn't see an option for front suspension. What's it going to cost, $400???
@@EbikeReviews I think the fellow from E bike escape mentioned it. They have prototypes, maybe they will add the suspension when they release it. Remember, it is not mid drive, the pinion gearing is located where the mid drive motor would go. Pinion gearing is expensive stuff
The front suspension is not an option on their website. Maybe it's something they will offer in the future.
Flip a coin, but I will not be buying one. I was kind of hoping it was a new trike
Here you go with the trike thing again. :-)
Same here. A fat tire version would be nice. Also, I'd like to see them run a sale on some of their bikes and trikes.
Lectric One is to expensive for what you get, I do like the drive system.
I look at it like this you should send the xpeak back because all it's reviewing potential is gone because if you modify it you're no longer using the xpeak you're using a modified xpeak which is not relatable and you should buy the new one because that one does a ton of review potential. It's the same situation you were in when debating on whether or not get the lectric trike, the answer was always yes
I think it's cool, but I can't afford it. I choked on $1,500 last year for mine. I'd have a problem with spending more than that. If it is a commuter, the wheels should be 26 "or 27" wheels. I'd like to see your review, but if you can't,I understand.
I hope they do come out with a better trike. I hope they come out with more colors. I hope they come out with a bigger battery. I hope they do packaging better. By 2025.❤❤❤
LOL whew, that's a list. Well, a 2.0 trike would be nice. Maybe we will see one. We can hope.
You are correct the battery is way to small. Are they kidding 2k for a 10ah battery. You can get bikes now with 60ah batteries that cost much less than this. The front light is very small. It's only a be seen light. Not something you can drive around at night that will light up your path. Many ebikes now come with much larger headlights that solve this problem. Lectric is taking a step backwards here when they had a chance to correct this in a new model. Many new ebikes have much more powerful motors that cost less than this & give you better performance. This bike has NO SUSPENSION. This is a serious omission & hurts the performance of this bike.The belt drive & pinion shifting are nice but not at this cost. Suggest they go back to the drawing board.
rather have a cvt than a automatic 6 speed tranmission. With only 6 speeds the range must be poor.
It's not a mountain bike.
This is a miss to much 💰 crazy i watch few videos not for me 😢.
Too much $ Moon cool got better for less or Amazon got tons of bikes with alot better numbers. BE SAFE.....
TOOOO much money for a 20” bike!!!
Keep going from Bad to worse! All the freebies these people are getting are definitely bragging on them. Wouldn’t want an automatic driving….like cars that are driverless cars ,e-bikes from Lectric will be next.😎 No thanks!👎🏽