Blix Vika X Review: Compact Size BUT Full of Surprises

In this FULL review of the Blix Vika X, we explore the unique features of this compact folding ebike, including electronic and automatic shifting, torque sensor, and integrated lighting with turn signals. We’ll take you through the components, show first-person riding footage, and test its hill-climbing capability. If you're looking for a lighter folding ebike that combines tech-savvy features with a classic look, this could be the perfect fit. Watch the full video for our pros and cons!



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00:00 Blix Vika X Intro and Review Format
00:47 What makes the Blix Vika X Special? And who is Blix?
01:36 Pricing, Colors, Weight, an d Height Recommendations
02:36 Brakes, Tires, Front Cargo, and Light Package
03:55 Stem, Cockpit, and Display Overview
04:36 Display Overview and Automatic Shifting
06:10 Battery Specs and Removal
07:03 Seat, Rear Rack, and Accessories
07:36 Motor and Drivetrain
08:09 Lets Fold It! and Best way to transport
9:20 Best Way To Transport a Folding Ebike
10:01 Throttle Only Top Speed
11:15 Pedal Assist Riding And Shifting
13:16 Pedaling Top Speed and Brake Test
14:20 Auto Shifting Testing
17:33 Hill Climb Test (Throttle Only)
18:53 Hill Climb Test (Pedaling)
21:49 Reasons you should and should NOT consider the Blix Vika X

[EbikeEscape]

What do you think of the paddle shifters and automatic shifting?

[axlplayer]

After owning an e bike for a month and putting about 400 Miles on it, in my opinion the gear shifter doesn’t really matter that much. I stay in the highest gear 95% of the time unless I’m climbing a hill and then I may go down to 5 or 6 out of 7. I just give a touch of throttle at a stop to get going and just keep it in the highest gear. The final gear ratio is more important and luckily my bike is comfortable to keep at high speeds for a good while. The only time I think the other gears would be necessary is if the battery was dead.

[stanhry]

Looking for a possible replacement for my 8 year old folding e-bike. Good to see narrow wheel folders and tighter folding are still being made. Brompton folders are the high end and a little too pricey for me.

[chow-chihuang]

The auto shifting sounds like it needs better programming, especially downshifting.

I’m not sold on electronic shifting. At least this system is powered from the main battery so you don’t need to keep another battery charged. My preference is for a twist shifter, though it’s quite rare today.

I thought the gearing would present a challenge at speeds above 16mph. That’s fine for relaxed cruising, but not suitable for commuting if you have to ride with car and truck traffic. Perhaps Blix will address the ratios in a future revision.

Otherwise, the specs are pretty nice. It’s lighter than most folding ebikes, has a good lighting package, uses a torque sensor, a stronger bottom bracket than most (but makes it a tad harder to find cranks of different lengths). But it doesn’t suit what I’m looking for closely enough, especially at the price.

[slowsweetgentle]

Excellent review. Very useful Thank you.

[GarysE-BikeAdventures]

Awesome review ❤ great looking screen, seems like a lot of these bike companies are putting out smaller motors, thanks for the honest review

[genericusername]

does it have a cassete or a freewheel on the rear?

[BoeingDriverAA]

Hey there new to you channel I started with you video about the RadCity 5 plus you posted 2 years ago. So I just got my RadCity 5 Plus from a Pawnshop with only 25 Miles on it for $600. So in that video you mentioned something about an APP and a USB charger. Do you have any more info on those items. Im totally new to ebikes.

[genericusername]

can the battery on this ebike be upgraded to 20 mah with a different battery? perhaps a generic 20 mah 48v could work?

[mambiproductions]

Any bike shop that actualy has it on the floor?

[pedrofernandez]

Do you know if they are made in the netherlands or China (like most of them)?

[BoeingDriverAA]

Hey there newly sub's to your channel you mentioned in another video about an app you use ...What was that app ??

[nevamind]

Is that a back up shift cable mounted to the derailer

[vulpixelful]

I miss the classic brown seat and silver accents from the previous generations from this company. Nice bike, but disappointing they ditched the classic style. Now it looks like any other brand

[isisdaddy]

Just not worth the price. So many other options for less. Always amazed that companies are repeating whats already been done but add stuff like "calories burned" on the screen as a selling point.

But why does the battery pack have high quality cells with a low-quality BMS that likes to blow up? Maybe the low-quality charger? 🥸🥸🥸