I bought a $261 Xiaomi electric bike from China
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Sounds like the perfect ebike for someone in a big city that could take it on a subway, bus, etc and use it to go that last mile. Even if you parked a bit further out and used it to go a mile at 12mph that's a lot better than walking!
But walking is better for your health!
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@@charlestonbrown148 So? Not everyone has the time to do half an hour of walking every day going to work and another half going back home.
Reliable, light weight enough to carry up a flight of stairs, yet powerful enough for bigger riders and no more than $500 - $600. Whoever can do this will become wealthy beyond belief. Great channel. I prefer yours over EBR because he usually goes for $2,000 ebikes. With that kind of money, I would get a used motorcycle.
This man found one song he likes and he just said, "Yes, I will use this in every video"
The E-Bike Chad
Your mom goes to college.
@nivea man my dad also goes to college.
@@jordanjohnson5784 My dad didn’t. He brings home food from McDonald’s when his shift is over.
Enjoy the content bro…
This would be nice for a college campus. That would also be where you need the license plate holder,
since many places require registration to fight theft.
20 years ago I had a Chinese bicycle, 3 speed. It was well made. It also had a decal in Chinese and in English which said " Bicycle Is My Good Friend". 🐼😸
i wish i got that bike too
Stop talking about your ex girlfriend . So what if she was cheap
@@heinuchung8680 not cheap, good friend. she ride nice, Ornamental girls are like that! 😺.
@immorton joe she has to pay me.... in Rice Checks and Corona 🥡🥡🥢🍻🍻🐼
@immorton joe and Budwiser
Sweet, I love that color. The built-in charger is cool. I like Xiaomi cameras, quality products.
For $260 that is a marvellous vehicle. Stylish, reliable, easy to park and load onto your car, fun to ride and maintenance free (zero gas-cost worries, no oil changing, no parking meter tensions, etc) So much fun.
@@BoomBoom-bu8qp Why ? Ebike work all the time
I’d LOVE something like that. Remember, not everyone lives in cities. For me, based on what you’ve estimated for mileage, in my town, it could easily get me to work and back all week and maybe a trip into the town centre too before a recharge. I think for people like myself who live in smaller places, it would be great.
Vixen yah I’m also looking for cheap electric bike to just get around town in
Good point. I bought a cheaper scooter for my commutes. Only gets 12 miles with optimal conditions. Not many people are fans of it. But my application it works great. My jobs an my home are all 2.2 miles from each other. Works great for ME and MY NEEDs. Prob not best for others who need to travel far
Abe Martinez Thxs I might start to look into electric scooters 😊
@@marissagalvez1467 there fun. Best part is mine fold under my desk an in my locker. It's wayy easy
@@marissagalvez1467 gotrax is the one i own. I hve 2
Just bought Himo v1 plus model and i`ll have to say it is pretty sturdy for it`s price. I am 175cm long and it is not too small for me. It has 14" wheels and bigger battery when comparing to non plus model. It costed 399 euros for me and i`ll have to say that money well spent! It`s still winter here in finland but highly anticipating dry, sunny weather.
Hey, that's what my ex-girlfriend called me 5mm Allen.
Allen Han 🍆 jokes
Which sucks cuz your name is Keith. ;-P
Allen Han you got 2mm on me, bruh
we are forever now. ty
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I really enjoyed your video on the $261 ebike. It is great to know that this ebike option is available if I have a friend in China. I am all smiles.
Your energy is so down to earth and inviting. And you are very attractive too! Good review straight to the point and honest.
When I lived in Shenzhen about a decade ago, I used a similar ebike. It was perfect for my daily commute, and it fit in the elevator as you mentioned. It was perfect. Too bad they don't sell them stateside for a reasonable price.
You can get bikes like this from Dyu, Dohiker, Jetson, Fiido or other rebrands of the above. Maybe for ~50-100USD more than in Shenzhen. I've got a Dyu rebrand (Jetson) and love zipping around the city with it. I think I got it for 270 bucks refurbed.
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Hello, please can you tell me how long the electric motor work's for and how fast?,thank you..👍
I recommend a Jetson Bolt Pro $299 Costco. Love mine! Fantastic deal and had I known then what I know now I'd have bought another one as well. Unfortunately they seem sold out already at least at the moment.
@@DonnyBWise
Many thanks I'll look in to it,but how fast does it go mph?
@@markcozzie mine goes about exactly as it claims 15 and 1/2 mph
Great content mate thank you from down under, Melbourne, Australia 🇦🇺
Love your vids. Thanks for all your time. I am thinking about building a diy e-bike. Keep up the great work
Dude, I love your channel. I've built two e-bikes already just from watching your channel and I just bought a magic cycle which is awesome. I'll show you my commuter special , that will save me thousands of dollars in commuting to and from the train station when I'm done. with it .Thanks so much Micah, you're the best.
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4:35 The front wheel is beautifully smooth
The breaks are bent like that so they don't get damaged in shipping my every one of my Diamondbacks came like that
brakes
Great reviews....love your enthusiasm for your job. Keep the videos coming.
Well, it practically looks like an electric kick scooter with a seat. And embedded power cord is a nice touch.
Sly Golovanov that’s what I was thinking. It would make a nice companion for my Xiaomi m365 scooter.
That rear fender being askew really bugged me LOL. Yeah, I know it's a 15 second fix. That's why it bugged me. :-)
Looks like a cool little bike for smaller people who would take it on a train etc. Not so much for 6'2"/188cm 210lb/95kg me.
It got smushed in shipping and so the plastic is permanently bent to the side. I tried clamping it straight and it just goes off to the side. I need to heat it and push it back.
@@EbikeSchool heat it up and bend it back ;)
Hey, I appreciate u taking the time to show. Differently right it's Fine
Really enjoy your bike reviews just waiting for the pricing to come down.
since copd I have missed riding with the wind in my face. What a cool invention, the e-bike.
Something like this may be a good alternative for you then
ebikes are the future of personal transportation
I'm 59 have an Easy Motion City I can go almost fifty clicks on One battery oh, it has changed my life!
Did you get some lung damage with Covid?
I was happy to see at 8min you picking up the litter. I really enjoyed this review since I often wonder how effective these are. I like the term automotive dinghy.
I agree with your assessment of the ebike. Im looking forward to watching your other videos!
Most e-bikes and e-scooters from China come pre set in a beginner/ insurance friendly power limitation. Most can be taken out of this mode by using a combination involving the power button. Might be the case with this one, give it a Google and see you can get it some more juice lol
Love it! At $261 it would be perfect for my tiny van conversion (but not so much at $599!)
My wife buys lots of Xiaomi gadgets, including an electric shaver, a floor sweeping robot and smart watch - all have been impressive and cheap.
इंडिया की नंबर 1 कंपनी है फोन बेच ने में
I love my phone xiaomi redmi 9
Hi there, is worth it after fees importation, or doesn't need to pay those fees?
God made heaven and earth the rest was made in china 😁
tombassman soon she will buy a Xiaomi Husband 😂
At 6'2'' and 245lbs I think I'm a little over it's Max Load Weight. Seems nice but I need something a little larger. Thank you for the vid!
@notfiveo Now that sounds like a pretty good idea you have! I'm about to move and an e-bike just fits with my new conditions. What kit/system did you use for the conversion? There are many out there and I'm in the middle of making my decision.
Glad I've found your channel. Nice and practical. I am a big eco fan. This video was fun, thanks :)
I'm 6'1" tall, ride an (E)Haibike annually 4000 miles yearly. I'm also 225 lbs. I also own a Giant fold up non-electric 😭😫. The Giant is quite accommodating considering, great for crowded area's places.
Where did you get it? How much? Thanks
6’1 is not that tall lol
Haibikes rule
10 or 12 miles an hour is a pretty good cruise if that’s all you want to do
Wally Blackler probably get more if the tires were pumped up more his back tire looked like it was pretty flat.
ya peddling to those speeds on a bicycle is hard work
Razor electric scooter does 15 mph .
and seems to work by itself, you don't need to pedal at all for it to assist you, so you don't get tired.
Another very good advantage over electric scooter is you can put your legs on the ground if you get unbalanced. On a e-scooter you have greater chance of falling, especially at low speed.
I love these weird means of transportation, just so much fun, and the grins I get from people, makes me want more
people stare at me when i whiz by them in my sinclair c5.
@@Boemel so, you're a snob, try having some fun, laugh, giggle, grin it's about fun not getting where you're going or how fast, only fun
@@bernardjohnson9490 well some people want to go fast for fun
@@user-mq5mk4rl7c can appreciate that
The onboard charging cord how freaking cool
Until it breaks off or you're in a country with different voltage.
Liked the vid ! Next book title ! “How to ship stuff cheaply out of China”
Right on dude love it lmk when its dropped
Because id want that book but his other books i should read bc crawl before running right ;) all the best
Use aliexpress, free shipping
charlie brownau , free shipping maybe, but price of items are double the usual price to cover that, no such thing as a free lunch.
Daniel Momcilovic because the tax
For less than 300 bucks, that's really good. I couldn't even find a good solid drive train for an e-bike at that price, much less the whole thing.
It is 570$ + 100$ if you want to buy it and ship to US from China :/. Time to get a friend I guess ..
this would be great to keep in the trunk of the car for sure! great video!
Started looking at escooter to throw in the back of the airplane as a last mile commuter. Found this channel and started to binge watch. Lol
Might have just inspired me to build something instead. This little bike would actually be perfect if we could get it in the US for that price!!!
This looks like great quick-to-the-store commuter. Thanks for sharing.
And you won't be arrested for having an "open bottle", at least not in Wisconsin!
Probably get more miles if the back tire was pumped up more looked a little low, that makes a huge difference.
I'm getting an ebike this week for commuting to and from work I have been learning a lot watching your videos so thanks p.s New subscriber
Nice job with this video. I think you went a bit too quickly to "My friend in China forget to ship me the charger." But your happy discovery saved the day (and the blame). Thanks.
That bike is neat , feels like a modern “motocompo” for your car
And how many people the age that this scooter appeals to, know what a motocompo is, or for what Honda vehicle it was an option?
It’s like motocompo foldie hybrid🖤
Cute backup bike for quick errands, sometimes my efat bike feels huge around crowds
eBike Photographer same here. But mostly people just overreact.
I ride a Felt Lebowsk-e.
Thank you for posting all the great videos on your channel
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if that was a USA price, then they would sell well
I would want one.
I hopped up an Electric Punk and while I gave it full suspension it lacks pedals and did cost more.
At first I was like cool but then I realized at 290 lbs it’s going up my ass and will need surgical removal.
I own the Plus (bigger battery, wheels, and breaks at each wheels) and it is really better! Used it as a serious commuter for one year, the problem is that the components are very hard to replace..
Great video! :) was just wondering where did you mount the 360 cam to have great side and back shot while riding. Thanks!
Looking forward to reading your lithium book!
Thank you 🙏🏻 for giving us a solid insight as it relates to this mini e bike.
Great review 👍🏻
Yep, good honest review. Thanks
Cool, it looks small enough to fit in the back of a hatch back car
COOL little Ebike. Absolutely freaked out over the power cord/charger. Curious about the battery. Yah, $360 is great, although close to the top we should pay. Great to have friends in China..!;!
Looks like my little Jetson Bolt ... which I used to commute to and from work through the nasty Canadian winter. Because it's so small I could be in full control and could ride in the worst road conditions. ie snow/ice knowing I could just put my feet down to stop any slip. Kind of like a BMX. Also it's so small that my employer doesn't mind me parking it inside at work, which I could never do with a regular sized bike. Yeah, it doesn't go too far or too fast ... but it beats walking any day! :)
The perfect “Dinghy” ebike? Good stuff :)
Old man dreaming 😄. Thanks for review!
Thank you for the review. You have saved me time and effort.
Thanks. Great video. I'd love one of those for short trips.
If they brought that product over to the west, it could be a game changer. I'd take this anytime over a Walmart bike. Great price!
That bike would be perfect to go around the pits on a race track
The charger is wonderful.But when that lubricated chain gets just a little use. You'll need a glove to avoid black fingers. It looks about the same size as the little yellow folding bike you did a video on. Except just a bit more comfortable faster, capable, cheaper and durable.
Very handy and can be very useful for emergency in a cross country trip by car or van or RV. Thank you.
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Your FOOT is bigger than the WHEEL...
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Looks like fun. As a senior, this small size sounds appealing and easier to manage and learn on. I bought an Lectric eBike (Arizona company) but having difficulty mounting it to ride. Hoping to learn some tips here on your Channel. New Subbie.
Check out this video to learn how to mount/dismount your Lectric. czcams.com/video/VDQIcmmx_G8/video.html&ab_channel=SonnyWhitehurst Cheers~
You can use it in a large factory complex, military base or within a university campus.
Amazing little tiny bike, I liked it so much 👌👌👌 I wish I had this one 🤗
When you dont pedal 12 miles are decent range. When using the motor just as support, the range should increase signicantly
Exactly. He should also have made a test while pedaling. He would probably have reached 30 km. Not bad ! 😉
That info would be interesting
Not for american lazy cyclists
@@luispinheirodosmontes7219 that's a silly statement. We have plenty of spandex warriors here too. Such a lazy trope.
this is not a good review
I have himo c20, from Aliexpress under 600€, I love it! 😁
Where do you drive it? Is it street legal in your country? :)
@@PixelSheep Finland. Max allowed speed is 25kmh, so yes its street legal 😁
Hahahaha you are gay then
@@lxh22 Sorry for being picky but this legal aspect is actually very important (you could be in very deep shit in case of an accident!) and completely ignored in this video.
it's not because it drives below the limit (25 km/h) that it's street legal! ;-) In most countries, (motor) vehicles have to be certified for the street and I assume it's also the case for Finland.- Since there is no official importer for this bike, no one has done the certification (my guess).
@@LieuNoir fuck nwo
Thanks for an honest simplistic review. Most people feel pressured to give a good review either coz there is sponsorship or coz they spent money already.
I think for $361 it's a nice little bike to commute in towns with, I think more people need to switch to bikes of any type, especially those in city's.
You know it's quality when it arrives in a colour coded box.
Deploy the registration with your own plate that says "Register THIS".
That is crazy good value ...i have Eskateboard costs twice that ..it 30mph and 10mile range 500w 7Ahbat
...but seriously what is it a piece wood with hub motors and bat .....That right there is complete bike with metal wielded frame and lights and brake cables and pedals etc etc etc .....That right there IMO is incredible value for what it is...
That ideal for pavements of London and quick park cut through and narrow roads ....that is more ideal than larger bike can easy get through narrow crowded path of rivers
Glad I found your channel. I would love to convert my 30yr old trek to an ebike
For "car dingy" usage, Do the seat and handlebar quick releases work fine to fold up quick?
I've owned one. The handle bar quick release is easy to put into the riding position but VERY hard to fold down.
It took him half an hour to put the seat on, so Ima say no to that.
It's a bicycle why didn't you test speed and range while pedaling along?
I would guess you can go a lot faster while pedaling since I usualy go above as fast without an electirc motor
Looks like it would suck to peddle. Bike that size isn't worth it.
Always enjoying your videos.👍👍👍
really well made video sir. thanks for saving us all time.
Xiaomi do make good stuffs. Always interesting to visit their stores when in Asia.
Thumbs up for your non bias reviews 👍👍👍✌️
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F you traitor.. say no to chiner
I have their pocophkne and it's great.
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I like good "stuffs"..
@@trexmidnite I thought you Americans do value "freedom" in which company ≠ nationality
The driest chain I have ever seen, still for the money it does a job.
If it was oiled it would mess up the charging cable bag and you'd get dirty each time you would want to recharge.
Dry lube
K-Y jelly will lube it right up!
I giggled at the 6:30 mark of this video when I saw the cockeyed look of the rear fender angled off to the one side. Haha! I recently bought a Jetson Bolt Pro from Costco ($299+tax) and have to check and tighten up the fenders often. Incidentally... For $299 and I think it is a phenomenal bargain! Plus at 210lbs it pulls me along at 15 mph quite easily and is actually pretty fun to ride! Handle bar folds down to. Best electric folding mini bike (entry level) deal going on today in my opinion.
looks great for the price. good starting point, and you could stick your own battery inside of it..
That package looks funny. " Please stop! End my misery!"
Have to wonder how many and what type of cells are in the battery pack. The cost of the bike would be worth the cell cost.
I'm glad to discover your channel!
Thanks for the walk through of the bike.
Broooo you review bikes, you gotta have your own set of Allen keys 😂
Last mile bike, perfect 😁
Great Ebike. Very eco friendly. I love the style. Keep it up
The best example of "at least read the quick start guide (if it has 1) I have seen in a while..lol👍
I've been to china a few times and these things, and others like it, are ubiquitous. Inexpensive and each manufacturer is eager to impress so things are constantly improving.
On the expense of abused employees.
haha yeah i agree slavery is so rad
bet the mall cops would love to have one of those lol
Doug king of queens .
@@fishfire_2999 hahaha he can't put it together haha now send looking for a Chinese to do the jobs
I'm disabled and I live near the beach. However, the walk to the beach and to the nearest bus stop is just a bit far for me and this would be perfect for that. If it were $300 or under I would go for it. I don't think I'm willing to pay over 300 including shipping and tax. I wish I could find one like this for around that price cuz it would be perfect for that cuz I definitely can't do the walk of the way to the beach or the bus stop. Thanks for doing this. You've got my eyes and ears open and on the hunt for something like this. That's affordable. I wonder if you could research and find possibly anything like this within the price range that I'm looking for lol
I am still searching for one online that can be folded. Commute is free to take with you on trains that (folded) way in Holland. I think $260 is a steal. Love that orange. Guess a Li-Ion battery pack upgrade is easy with that large case in the middle.
Is the bike water proof....that's my only concern.
Thats a cute little bike. Reminds me of Monkey motorbike by Honda.
Monkey e-bike!
We purchased this Vivi 27.5” electric bike and a Tentaquil 26” electric bike for our 13 and 14 year olds. czcams.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!
12 miles isn’t bad for “zooming” around town. Disc brakes and lights and a licence plate bracket, what more could you want?😳😁
plus i'd expect a bit of pedaling to increase that range a good amount.
in fact just the one brake, I think
Raymond Ashby , you just might have a point there.😳🤔
An Asian lady as well 😂😂
I'm saying. That thing is sweet.
That was really worth the money as you've said. How good is it to pedal this if out of charge? Cheers