Electric Foldable Bikes Reviewed | The Gadget Show

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[MyBizCoach]

Hi - I'm the tall skinny black guy on one of those bikes for the review. I have to say that prior to riding the bike I was quite sceptical about how it would perform. The experience was pleasantly surprising. I did make some observations though;

1) The suspension on the bike that I was riding was not required - It would have been very comfortable as is with the wider tyres
2) Not all of the bikes had a speedometer on them - I think that all e-bikes would benefit from the rider knowing how fast they are going
3) Gears - I noticed very early on that I wasn't changing gear at all. When I asked John and Lauren it turned out that they too hadn't been changing gears. My view here is that on an e - bike, gears are really not required and for ease of maintenance, a single speed freehub would be more than adequate
4) My understanding is that these bikes had around a 30 mile range. This being the case I think it would have been better to have not had the folding option as with good cycling infrastructure I just can't see commuters bothering to ride to a tram or train station when unless they lived a very long way away from their workplace (greater than the 30 mile battery range)
5) The 'kick' that you get from these bikes really is something else and makes cycling (whether uphill or on the flat) completely effortless. Were it not for the speed limiter I'm pretty certain that even a moderately fit cyclist could compete in and win the Tour de France on one of these things!
6) A few of the bikes had a really nice 'walk - along' feature. This would be particularly useful if for example you had a steep driveway to get your bike up to your home. Basically the way it works is that you step off the bike then press and hold a button on the handlebar. What this then does it powers the bike at a walking pace (around 2 - 3mph) so you're not actually having to push the bike but instead simply guiding it in the direction that you want to go in. As soon as you release the button - the assistance stops. This was really cool.

I should finally add that although I said that I was sold on the idea and rode off at the end, they did make me hand it back unfortunately ;-)

[Yarenoglu]

I like how they do a folding test and not bother showing what the bikes look like and how much room they take up once folded. It seems like someone was eager to get done with the shooting so they can go to their favourite sushi place for lunch.

[logtothebase]

All these fold reasonably but when folded are like transporting a set of 50lb steel bagpipes with teeth The One absolutely key usability feature that is hardly ever addressed in folding bike reviews is how does it handle folded, Is it easy to get on and off a train, in a Taxi, to trundle around and office and into a lift or change platforms at a station when you are short of time.

[bonzobanana]

Carrera Crosscity is a great e-bike, very reasonable price for the components fitted. I really don't see the point of that XCT suspension fork on that other e-bike, it isn't needed and another component likely to go wrong and need regular maintenance, seals etc after the first year or so. The small e-bike looked very weak, with lots of excessive flexing as it was ridden. It really doesn't look strong or suitable for heavier riders. One thing about the Crosscity is I think the rider weight limit is 85kg but typically other Carrera bikes are 120kg and wondered if the battery being in the frame has weakened it slightly structurally.

[jonm]

Nice video! I find that 20” wheel size is the sweet spot for folding bikes in general.

[gillfrancis]

Foolishly, after watching this review, I bought the Crosscity. The range wasn’t great, unless using the minimal assist all the time. Also, found the back wheel spokes kept breaking and frustratingly it’s a job for for the shop each time; the guy fixing it said it’s a common problem, great! Worst thing was the chain kept jumping off when on the smallest gear, no joke when crossing a busy junction and finding you’ve no pedal power! Give them their due, the lovely guys at Halfords tried their best to fix the gear and chain issue but concluded it was a manufacturing fault, so in the end I opted for a refund.

[ZenosOsgorma]

still looking in 2020, Hardly folding bikes any worth buying are never in stock and those that are Decent are Road speed bikes priced through the roof.

[ianofliverpool]

What a stupid review no testing the range, No mention of battery capacity or charging times but instead you tested them on a BMX course which they obviously aren`t made for who writes these shows? Ridiculous

[Niko-yvsf]

I have Lankeleisi G660. Its so easy to use and friendly

[bricrazii]

*Easy to assemble, well built my **NewBest.Bike** . Love the pedal assist mode. Can still get a good workout or let the motor do all the work.*

[jakedonnely]

I had the carrera crosscity folding bike. It was good. But it got nowhere near 30 miles range

[KeithDonegan]

Genuine question. You say anything over 15.5mph and the bike would be liable for road tax (VED). How would the bike be liable for road tax if there are no emissions?

[TANOCA]

Kwikfold's tires were severely under-inflated on BMX parkour, so quite normal that it didn't perform well.

[EssentialRC]

Yeah Gadget Show, how about reviewing some beginner radio control planes? I'd love to help with that. Cheers Dom (Essential RC)

[mikligardur]

I favour 20 inch bike than 24 inch size bike but for me I want to have internal gears like Shimano Nexus 7 and carbon belt for almost free maintenance.

[KINGKING]

Jus carrera cross city. It’s a nightmare when it’s folded, you can’t wheel it as the wheels are uneven, and you can’t stand it up on it’s own, and also the chain comes off if you stand it on a slightly uneven surface

[WeOutcheaMane]

Best bike review ever, entertaining video

[RM-ljbv]

The main reason I am buying one is to put in a gym locker or locker at the bus/train station. IF IT FITS?

[sebwebb]

Can you put links to each of these bikes please?

[barryanderson]

So, what was the verdict for best overall electric folding bike?