This is clearly a bike built for comfort and convenience, not speed! And i would have no problem with that, as long as its components are well made and reliable. The belt drive and mimimal riding hassle (ie, no gears) are a really good idea for weekend or leisure cyclists who just want to go exploring and have a bit of fun. In the UK, the dual battery version is selling for around £1500, which isn't cheap, but looks worth it, as long as the build quality and reliability are up to scratch. Thanks for a very good review.🎉🙌
I guess this summer we're having a couple of competitors vying for our wallets... there's PVY Libon with its basic front suspension (with single and dual batteries worth of energy store variant targeting range), there's the whole ADO Air 20 family (the regular non-suspended 20, the slightly more expensive front-suspended 20S, the kitted-out 20 Pro with a different Bafang 2-step motor, the stripped-down no accessories besides GPS and tag but lightest by some margin Carbon), there's all geared-up no suspension Engwe P20, and now Himo is trying indiegogo route for a rear-suspended ZL20 (with 6-speed bottom tier gears or single-speed carbon belt costing a bit extra and currently not offered through indiegogo)... all of these strive to be below 19-20kg on paper (eg. without included accessories attached net weight reported for better numbers, but actual weight being between 18 and 22kg), roll on 20-inch wheels with up to 2.5in wide tires but often actually about 2in city treads, focus on single speed belt-driven solutions with rear hub located motors of approximately 35Nm torque and 250W continuous power (in EU, though internationally they either have the used engines derestricted to about 42Nm and 350W respectively in case of most ADO Airs, or they derestrict power as in Himo is allowing up to 400W of power out of the same engine outside of EU, or they offer various region-specific power units as PVY has completely different motors with 37Nm 250W for EU and 50Nm 500W international where review units got that international motor with electric restriction in the control panel to 250W long-term thus their "better" climbing performance and some heating problems on prolongued climbs)...
As soon as I saw 260km range I thought no way impossible with such small wheels. And this explains the bad top end speed the wheels are too small. 3 speed hub would have been great wit this like the ADO Air 20 Pro.
In fact, I think Libon's performance is not bad, because Chris tested it under the speed limit. As we all know, Europe requires the maximum speed not to exceed 25km/h. So it's as expected, and after adjusting the speed limit, it can easily reach 40km/h, depending on personal choice.
decent review thanks for that, so many omit details but eh. noted that: 1. real world mileage 70x miles (90-100km) 2. sounds off of shock/frame (wants tightening down -design problem ?! Question: Motor. Is it a 500w restricted to 250w ,or is the “500w” you speak to referring to an ‘overclocked’ 250w so to speak?! Also, 1x month on, did you note any motor problems because I’m hearing of returns out the indigogo campaign shipments and was wondering if that has been addressed, one offs at the beginning of productions or who knows ?! Thanks in advance for your reply ! (Trigger finger hovverin:)
500w when unlocked. The shock clunk noise is there on my unit part of it unfortunately. Real world is definitely not 100km range 60-70km at my weight of 80 kilos and the roads here
trigger finger paused for now😅 idky companies oversell the mileage and stuff like that.. jus be legit like it goes such a long way with consumer loyalty brand growth and well yeah that. rant\ 👍 ✌️
In order to comply with European laws, the maximum speed is limited to 25km/h, so when the maximum speed exceeds 25km/h, you will feel some resistance when pedaling. If you want more speed, just adjust the speed limit.
In fact, you just need to adjust the limit speed to solve this problem, and Libon supports it. I tried riding Libon in an offline store in the UK and the experience was good, exceeding expectations.
@@Techtablets u dont unlock them and test them out fully. perhaps you culd go somewhere off road and do this as an addition to your great reviews ppl would appreciate it a this is lacking and everyone asks
@@byromtaylor6482 This isn't a bike designed to be pummelled in off-road situations. Treating it like a mountain bike probably wouldn't be a good idea. If it can comfortably handle 20-30% grades, that's plenty enough for most folks.
This is clearly a bike built for comfort and convenience, not speed!
And i would have no problem with that, as long as its components are well made and reliable.
The belt drive and mimimal riding hassle (ie, no gears) are a really good idea for weekend or leisure cyclists who just want to go exploring and have a bit of fun.
In the UK, the dual battery version is selling for around £1500, which isn't cheap, but looks worth it, as long as the build quality and reliability are up to scratch.
Thanks for a very good review.🎉🙌
I guess this summer we're having a couple of competitors vying for our wallets... there's PVY Libon with its basic front suspension (with single and dual batteries worth of energy store variant targeting range), there's the whole ADO Air 20 family (the regular non-suspended 20, the slightly more expensive front-suspended 20S, the kitted-out 20 Pro with a different Bafang 2-step motor, the stripped-down no accessories besides GPS and tag but lightest by some margin Carbon), there's all geared-up no suspension Engwe P20, and now Himo is trying indiegogo route for a rear-suspended ZL20 (with 6-speed bottom tier gears or single-speed carbon belt costing a bit extra and currently not offered through indiegogo)... all of these strive to be below 19-20kg on paper (eg. without included accessories attached net weight reported for better numbers, but actual weight being between 18 and 22kg), roll on 20-inch wheels with up to 2.5in wide tires but often actually about 2in city treads, focus on single speed belt-driven solutions with rear hub located motors of approximately 35Nm torque and 250W continuous power (in EU, though internationally they either have the used engines derestricted to about 42Nm and 350W respectively in case of most ADO Airs, or they derestrict power as in Himo is allowing up to 400W of power out of the same engine outside of EU, or they offer various region-specific power units as PVY has completely different motors with 37Nm 250W for EU and 50Nm 500W international where review units got that international motor with electric restriction in the control panel to 250W long-term thus their "better" climbing performance and some heating problems on prolongued climbs)...
I love how compact and lightweight it is for an electric bike. It looks great, has excellent autonomy, and features two integrated batteries.🤝
50% battery efficiency comparing to producer promises.
thanks for posting the best reviews on youtube
Glad you like them!
Good bike, makes sense having two batteries, a total of 720wh, ridden sensibly the range could be unexpectedly long!
This bike or the new Fiido or ADO with 3 speed hub is also an option however none can match this bikes range. 🤩
@@bloodybarronFiido has a new bike of this sort ? Which one ?
@@omzomaiden3526 Sorry ADO Air 20 Pro
@@bloodybarron The main advantage of Libon is that it has two batteries, it focuses on long range, and it is 500 euros cheaper than ADO AIR PRO.
I can immediately buy that. Once Iphone69 XXR was released.
Woohoo good brake test and the doggies 😉
Hello, would you perhaps be able to tell me the width of the bike at its widest part when folded? Thanks a million.
Thank you, you are in Denia jeje
As soon as I saw 260km range I thought no way impossible with such small wheels. And this explains the bad top end speed the wheels are too small. 3 speed hub would have been great wit this like the ADO Air 20 Pro.
In fact, I think Libon's performance is not bad, because Chris tested it under the speed limit. As we all know, Europe requires the maximum speed not to exceed 25km/h. So it's as expected, and after adjusting the speed limit, it can easily reach 40km/h, depending on personal choice.
@@SamuelSegat6314 Yes i guess Chris needs to unlock the speed and then see how it is.
@@bloodybarron Chris mentioned that after unlocking, it can reach 40km/h with the cooperation of the torque sensor.
Great ebike.
But where is the gear lever on the steering wheel?
There are no gears but a single speed with this belt drive.
How is the motor this days ?!
It's fine no issues
can you push it like a trolley folded like the ADO Air 20?
Can anyone give me the exact thickness of the tyre in mm please? I know they say its 2.5inch but sometimes they are not accurate.
260 km ? Price
decent review thanks for that, so many omit details but eh.
noted that:
1. real world mileage 70x miles (90-100km)
2. sounds off of shock/frame (wants tightening down -design problem ?!
Question: Motor. Is it a 500w restricted to 250w ,or is the “500w” you speak to referring to an ‘overclocked’ 250w so to speak?!
Also, 1x month on, did you note any motor problems because I’m hearing of returns out the indigogo campaign shipments and was wondering if that has been addressed, one offs at the beginning of productions or who knows ?!
Thanks in advance for your reply !
(Trigger finger hovverin:)
500w when unlocked. The shock clunk noise is there on my unit part of it unfortunately. Real world is definitely not 100km range 60-70km at my weight of 80 kilos and the roads here
trigger finger paused for now😅
idky companies oversell the mileage and stuff like that.. jus be legit like it goes such a long way with consumer loyalty brand growth and well yeah that.
rant\ 👍
✌️
I pre-ordered this bike, but I cancelled it again. I'm glad I did not pick this bike.. ghost pedaling after 25 km/h no thanks!
Oh wow this was he was on about? So what will you buy now???
@@bloodybarron instead I bought a Ninebot Max G2 for 530$ pretty sweet deal
In order to comply with European laws, the maximum speed is limited to 25km/h, so when the maximum speed exceeds 25km/h, you will feel some resistance when pedaling. If you want more speed, just adjust the speed limit.
In fact, you just need to adjust the limit speed to solve this problem, and Libon supports it.
I tried riding Libon in an offline store in the UK and the experience was good, exceeding expectations.
You can use throttle instead pedals
unobtanium?
heard it has overheating issues
Didn’t experience that with my unit
@@Techtablets u dont unlock them and test them out fully. perhaps you culd go somewhere off road and do this as an addition to your great reviews ppl would appreciate it a this is lacking and everyone asks
@@byromtaylor6482
This isn't a bike designed to be pummelled in off-road situations. Treating it like a mountain bike probably wouldn't be a good idea.
If it can comfortably handle 20-30% grades, that's plenty enough for most folks.
Stroman Shoal
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks for watching!
Bins Mountains
Beier Fall
07:01- spyware spotted!
Wtf😂
Hello sir🎉
Hello
You said the bike weighs 16 kilos, did you actually weigh it yourself? PVY specs are never accurate, so it probably weighs a lot more.
19.8 kilos
@@Techtablets Thanks, I thought it would be heavier than advertised.
only bots would buy this piece of Chinese junk
Haha why? 🤣
Thanks for your job, I ordered the Libon, it's a Great lightweight bike and I'm looking forward to taking it on long trips.✌
Enjoy!