Ryvid Anthem First Ride: Budget Electric Motorcycle Joy-ride!

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[McJaews]

This type of small, medium spec bike is exactly what I'm hoping is going to blow up big time. Any size of 4-seater car is too big for my needs, but a bicycle is a bit impractical for my commute, and mopeds/scooters are speed restricted to near useless and dangerous levels in my country, so small motorcycles are really the sweet spot. Energica, Livewire, and Zero are too expensive, and most of them too powerful for my commuting needs. It's a shame how Sondors are bumbling their metacycle with false promises and ridiculous mismanagement, but here's hoping Ryvid are going to churn out a line of strong products.

[RPRosen-kifk]

Been following the Anthem for a while now, and have high hopes. Sondors dropped the ball, giving Ryvid the chance to be the first truly great success in this market segment. Great seeing Micah getting to be one of the early reviewers of this bike.

[nairbyad]

My friend just bought one. I was with him today as he talked with Ryvid's tech support who could not decode the battery's flashing lights and beeping. He could not turn it off nor get it to move. He's been stranded 3 times and has only gone 130 miles. As with most engineers, they need significant adult supervision. His Ryvid makes him Lyvid. My Triumph, Kawasaki and Honda have never failed me with about 45, 000 miles...

[JessNavaG]

Am a launch edition adopter and eagerly waiting for delivery. Great video guys! Hopefully, when production models are available, you can have an in-depth review of performance.

[LiveWire_Guy]

Ryvid, please take note. That huge cantilevered battery bounces around a lot at the start of this video. You guys really need to look at that. It's going to be a problem.

[uisflipnotized]

Absolutely amazing looking e-motorcycle.

[AdamasOldblade]

Purchased my Ryvid 3 weeks ago and am eagerly awaiting delivery.

[lucristianx]

The fact you can pull the battery is a game changer. And charges in no time at all!

[cjeam]

A stamped/folded metal frame fixed with mechanical fasteners is _also_ a cost-saving measure. Often that would be a criticism over a welded tubular frame.

[ScaseFacetime]

The seat goes up and down!!! that’s all I’m saying😮… from someone 5 foot that gives me hope for bikes in. my future!

[roodick]

Great job...getting closer to being reasonable year after year! 🙌🏾

[davideakin]

You had me at 4" adjustable seat! They just need to add an on-board quick charge capability. And maybe a version that looks/functions like the Honda CT125. Good preview!

[TCrimsont]

This and Land moto from Cleveland are at the top of my list. And yes I was considering a Sondors.

Ever since I saw a zero years ago I've had my eyes on my first bike being electric.

Both this and land have removable batteries which is absolutely a must for people in an apartment.

[SilverShadowLWB]

Nice review Micah. But what you didn't point out was that the bike will also be able to use public chargers using the J1772. This means that one can almost double his range. The box type frame will be able to attach various storage compartments as well as the central box of the frame can also be used for storage. This bike beats the Metacycle in acceleration, top speed, and distance. Sure it is $1, 300 more but has so many more features. It is disappointing that the Metacycle promised so much more....which never panned out. No more quick removable battery, poor actual acceleration, and less distance than originally promised. Ryvid's changeable sprocket ratios is a plus. The hub motor is limited in it's low end torque and heaven forbid that a single magnet loosens up which causes the hub motor to lock up. The extra 6 months allows me to save up the difference in pricing. The new production model will have the revised battery latch, new drive pulleys, a narrower front portion of the seat, and gas tank cowl. On the pre-production gamma model, ones knees were hitting this portion. Thanks again.

[RuslanKagirov]

Very interesting and cool looking motorbike. Wonder, who will develop full-carbon 3D printed one.

[mdcrunner]

Only a veiled reference to Sondors metacycle! I think both look great and are great options for commuter bikes. Excited to see this space expand!

[Subarusyndicate]

Love your videos and articles Micah keep up the great work on e moto!

[Gstonesheat]

Great review. Super informative with good visuals 👍

[JesseCohen]

With the release of the second model, the Outset, on the platform, and the price drop on the Anthem, Ryvid will likely be the bike platform I start with. I can learn fundamentals of riding, on a strong but light platform, without most of the upkeep ice bikes require. I really only need it as a second commuter, if that, and an evening/weekend trainer for around the coast where I live. And that removable battery means it can charge upstairs where I live. I just need to save a tiny bit more for gear, and that initial insurance hit. Oh, and decide on which model to spring for. Man, it’s so close I can feel the wind in my helmet vents!

[connelly]

Loving this class of motos coming, really hope they go mainstream, now if we could just get the registration cost to go down for motorcycles then maybe more people would have them as a second vehicle