Giant Roam E+ Review - $2.8k

The Giant Roam E+ is a hardtail cross country hybrid that comes in two frame styles, four sizes, and one color: gloss black. It's the most affordable electric bike model from Giant, is sold through dealers, and comes with a two-year warranty plus lifetime frame. Efficient and quiet SyncDrive motor is a collaboration between Giant and Yamaha. It offers up to 50 newton meters of torque and measures wheel speed, cadence, and pedal torque for smooth natural operation. Optional smartphone app for tuning. Good battery placement with ability to charge on or off the frame. Quality ergonomic grips and saddle, 63mm travel suspension fork with basic preload adjustment, tubeless-ready tires with range of PSI options. Smooth hydraulic disc brakes. Minimalist button pad LED display is durable and easy to use but limited on readouts. Bike does not come with a kickstand, but the dealer might include for free. No lights, fenders, or rear rack stock but plenty of mounting options to add post-purchase. Limited 100 RPM cadence support from motor and no shift detection. Mid-step frame doesn't have bottle bosses.
0:00 Introduction, mid-step vs. high-step, four frame sizes
1:03 Company background, physical shops test rides, warranty
1:26 Only available in black, similar Liv Rove E+ in green
1:56 Most affordable ebike from Giant, limited accessories
2:37 Quick release wheels, upgraded rims and spokes, weight
3:16 Cranks, pedals, steel chainring, cassette, derailleur
4:54 Tektro hydraulic disc brakes 180mm front 160mm rear
5:25 Comfortable saddle, 30.9mm seat post, suspension fork
6:01 Tires, headset 1-1/8", spacers, stem, low-rise handlebar
7:06 Left side of bike, battery pack unlock removal, charger
8:35 Motor details 250w 50nm torque, triple-sensor, 100 RPM
9:59 Powering on, button pad LED walkthrough, walk mode demo
10:58 RideControl smartphone app with ride details and tuning
12:19 Ride test begins with handheld camera, stability test
13:20 Frame-mounted camera with gear shifting, noise test
13:45 Third person camera with brake test, outro resources
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