This review is invaluable to anyone trying to make their mind up between L20, L20 boost or Engine X. You covered all the info people would want to know about and helped me understand what the 'boost' is all about - thank you! I thought it might have been a button to get away from a stand still in the absence of a throttle, but I see it works whenever you want it. I like that but I thought the whole idea was to make a sort of legal throttle? I'm the same as you with the sensors too. I suppose it all depends on why you bought an ebike in the first place, to do the work or to help you work. Good job!
@e-VRC they have tried to make a legal throttle on it. But it's not supper responsive and does like 2mph or something. So not very useful really. In honesty I took the boost button to be a boost when advertised. Help when the bike struggles. That extra 25nm it gives really helps on hills or just to get you to 15.5mph quicker. Really glad you liked my review. My goal is always to try and give a fair but balanced opinion 🙂
Just actually realised you do reviews too lol. Like I've seen your vids but just realised it was you. You're feedback is cool. Thank you for the support. :)
Mate! I’m so glad I found your video. I’ve had my Boost for just over a week (first e-bike) and I was seriously concerned it had a fault. I emailed Engwe about it too. For me it felt like the assist after 2 added nothing. 3-5 just feel like 1-2. I tried deregulating the throttle but they didn’t seem to do a great deal. In the end, like you, I just got used to using boost - but this is surely draining battery and adds yet another process in to the ride which is just complicating. In hindsight I wish I’d gone for the L20 now myself. I am going to use this video to support my case with Engwe though. Maybe they’ll release a firmware update or something.
I fixed mine (puncture and new discs) but turned out my front tire had a thorn in too lol. So ordered a 2nd innertube that came today. Will fit that and then have another go and gie my opinion on the pedal assist levels :)
So I went out on mine again today and personally i cant tell any difference between any of the pedal assist modes. they all feel exactly the same to me. :)
@@noob-ebike-guyyeah, same. Engwe have said they’re going to send me a new controller, but I think it’s just the way the torque system works (I even think they added the boost to compensate). I also noticed on photos of the LCD panel it shows ‘eco, normal, sport’ - but there’s no obvious way to switch to these modes (if they exist).
off ebay. although they seem to align with my arms lol. so not sure I'm fully happy with visability in that position. Ordered some cheap ones to go underneath too, :)
You have torque and cadence back to front. Torque means you have to put some effort, cadence just turn peddles and you get full power up to pas level your in .
Thank you for your review you have saved me from buying the L20 boost you have mixed up the sensors the L20 boost does not have a cadence sensor it has a torque sensor it senses how much effort you put into peddling and matches it that is why you are finding it more of an effort than your other bike that has a cadence sensor. It just detects the pedals are going round and give you max power. I am disabled and like you want my e-bike to do all the work I have spent a fortune on different e-bikes by different manufacturers and the best bike by far was the Engwe E26 but it was to big for me and I should have got the step through version but it had a cadence sensor and did 30 mph unlocked. So I bought the L20 to replace it like you I had the chance to go for the boost more torque boost button better display etc but the torque sensor put me off. So I just ordered the L20. When it came I was very happy it was just like the E26 except it’s top speed is 25 mph unlocked, I don’t know why Engwe chopped off 5mph from the E26 as it is basically the same motor (possibly because the smaller wheels). I was still thinking of buying the Boost to add to my collection thinking like you I could just keep pressing the boost button and it would help with the more challenging hilly routes me and a friend do. (That said the L20 copes pretty well even on the toughest hills) I was looking for reviews on the Boost to help me make a final decision there are not many because the bike is out off stock till the end of October, the fact it only does 20 mph is a deal breaker for me I already have trouble keeping up with my bike buddy on his E26. We live in Scotland and go touring all over the Highlands have three batteries each booking in to B&B’s to recharge we are off the beaten track so not bothering anyone at higher speeds (don’t see anyone for miles) and always reduce to 15mph in built up areas. We carry tools spare inner tubes puncture repair kits electric pump (its a task blowing up those fat tyres with a hand pump) I have had to take the back wheel of twice and repair a puncture and the front once in the middle of nowhere. (I have put Schwalbe puncture proof tyres on now that has cut out the punctures) As I say thanks for your review I will give it a miss.
@Maverick247 really glad I helped you. These bikes are alot of money and especially not satisfied with them. The L20 boost had so much potential and yet they chose to ruin it by restricting it 20mph. I do find the 25mph of the L20 odd too. My Engine X will get to 27mph with same size wheel and same power motor. I'd think that all the 250w Engwe bikes all have the sane motor. Maybe the sensor is different because of the display and that is why. Yeah another person in comments pointed out I'd mixed up the naming of the sensors lol. I did add a bit in description to correct my mistake. Sounds like you a d your friend have a great time exploring Scotland on your Ebikes 🙂
@@noob-ebike-guy I was thinking the E26 has a 20 amp controller the L20 is 18 amp I think that is the difference in speed why though I don’t know it uses the same 48v 16AH battery (I know the L20 comes with 13AH battery but they sell a 16AH version I have one) You can increase the output in the settings from 18 to a max of 26 (but I am sure it would go faster but burn out the controller) So after watching your video I just bought another L20 in a different colour I was thinking of buying another battery anyway and they are £300 I got the bike for £899 so a spare bike for £600 that I can rotate I have already nearly done 1000 miles in just over 2 months
@Maverick247 yeah. I mean at £900 you're basically paying £600 for the bike bits and £300 on the battery. For the sound of what you use it for, I personally would use my Engine X. That rear suspension makes a big difference. Although guessing you need the step through aspect. M20 dual battery I love the look of but annoying af they don't make a legal uk version. The L20 is far easier to switch over battery then the Engine X 5bf too 🙂
@@MarshalTriumph-p1h I bought them from Tredz they where only £40 looks like they are out of stock Amazon and Halfords do them but want £54.99 the tyre is the Schwalbe Super Moto X 20x4
This review is invaluable to anyone trying to make their mind up between L20, L20 boost or Engine X. You covered all the info people would want to know about and helped me understand what the 'boost' is all about - thank you! I thought it might have been a button to get away from a stand still in the absence of a throttle, but I see it works whenever you want it. I like that but I thought the whole idea was to make a sort of legal throttle? I'm the same as you with the sensors too. I suppose it all depends on why you bought an ebike in the first place, to do the work or to help you work. Good job!
@e-VRC they have tried to make a legal throttle on it. But it's not supper responsive and does like 2mph or something. So not very useful really.
In honesty I took the boost button to be a boost when advertised. Help when the bike struggles. That extra 25nm it gives really helps on hills or just to get you to 15.5mph quicker.
Really glad you liked my review. My goal is always to try and give a fair but balanced opinion 🙂
Just actually realised you do reviews too lol. Like I've seen your vids but just realised it was you. You're feedback is cool. Thank you for the support. :)
Nice review and some interesting findings...thanks for posting.
@@MarshalTriumph-p1h glad you liked it. Thank you 🙂
Mate! I’m so glad I found your video. I’ve had my Boost for just over a week (first e-bike) and I was seriously concerned it had a fault. I emailed Engwe about it too. For me it felt like the assist after 2 added nothing. 3-5 just feel like 1-2. I tried deregulating the throttle but they didn’t seem to do a great deal. In the end, like you, I just got used to using boost - but this is surely draining battery and adds yet another process in to the ride which is just complicating. In hindsight I wish I’d gone for the L20 now myself. I am going to use this video to support my case with Engwe though. Maybe they’ll release a firmware update or something.
I fixed mine (puncture and new discs) but turned out my front tire had a thorn in too lol. So ordered a 2nd innertube that came today. Will fit that and then have another go and gie my opinion on the pedal assist levels :)
So I went out on mine again today and personally i cant tell any difference between any of the pedal assist modes. they all feel exactly the same to me. :)
@@noob-ebike-guyyeah, same. Engwe have said they’re going to send me a new controller, but I think it’s just the way the torque system works (I even think they added the boost to compensate). I also noticed on photos of the LCD panel it shows ‘eco, normal, sport’ - but there’s no obvious way to switch to these modes (if they exist).
@rokk spare parts are good but think it's how it's built so doubt it's worth swapping everything over 🙂
i have the L20 SE , my 1st e-bike and im more than happy with 15.5mph...
Can always change that on the toach screen. If your on private property or have insurance of course 😅
Where you get the mirrors
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/295684129097
off ebay. although they seem to align with my arms lol. so not sure I'm fully happy with visability in that position. Ordered some cheap ones to go underneath too, :)
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/176327694507
You have torque and cadence back to front. Torque means you have to put some effort, cadence just turn peddles and you get full power up to pas level your in .
@KennethWare-bn9vr yeah I know. Was told previously lol. So I added a bit in description to say they where mixed up. 🙂
Thank you for your review you have saved me from buying the L20 boost you have mixed up the sensors the L20 boost does not have a cadence sensor it has a torque sensor it senses how much effort you put into peddling and matches it that is why you are finding it more of an effort than your other bike that has a cadence sensor. It just detects the pedals are going round and give you max power. I am disabled and like you want my e-bike to do all the work I have spent a fortune on different e-bikes by different manufacturers and the best bike by far was the Engwe E26 but it was to big for me and I should have got the step through version but it had a cadence sensor and did 30 mph unlocked. So I bought the L20 to replace it like you I had the chance to go for the boost more torque boost button better display etc but the torque sensor put me off. So I just ordered the L20. When it came I was very happy it was just like the E26 except it’s top speed is 25 mph unlocked, I don’t know why Engwe chopped off 5mph from the E26 as it is basically the same motor (possibly because the smaller wheels). I was still thinking of buying the Boost to add to my collection thinking like you I could just keep pressing the boost button and it would help with the more challenging hilly routes me and a friend do. (That said the L20 copes pretty well even on the toughest hills) I was looking for reviews on the Boost to help me make a final decision there are not many because the bike is out off stock till the end of October, the fact it only does 20 mph is a deal breaker for me I already have trouble keeping up with my bike buddy on his E26. We live in Scotland and go touring all over the Highlands have three batteries each booking in to B&B’s to recharge we are off the beaten track so not bothering anyone at higher speeds (don’t see anyone for miles) and always reduce to 15mph in built up areas. We carry tools spare inner tubes puncture repair kits electric pump (its a task blowing up those fat tyres with a hand pump) I have had to take the back wheel of twice and repair a puncture and the front once in the middle of nowhere. (I have put Schwalbe puncture proof tyres on now that has cut out the punctures) As I say thanks for your review I will give it a miss.
@Maverick247 really glad I helped you. These bikes are alot of money and especially not satisfied with them. The L20 boost had so much potential and yet they chose to ruin it by restricting it 20mph.
I do find the 25mph of the L20 odd too. My Engine X will get to 27mph with same size wheel and same power motor. I'd think that all the 250w Engwe bikes all have the sane motor. Maybe the sensor is different because of the display and that is why.
Yeah another person in comments pointed out I'd mixed up the naming of the sensors lol. I did add a bit in description to correct my mistake.
Sounds like you a d your friend have a great time exploring Scotland on your Ebikes 🙂
@@noob-ebike-guy I was thinking the E26 has a 20 amp controller the L20 is 18 amp I think that is the difference in speed why though I don’t know it uses the same 48v 16AH battery (I know the L20 comes with 13AH battery but they sell a 16AH version I have one) You can increase the output in the settings from 18 to a max of 26 (but I am sure it would go faster but burn out the controller) So after watching your video I just bought another L20 in a different colour I was thinking of buying another battery anyway and they are £300 I got the bike for £899 so a spare bike for £600 that I can rotate I have already nearly done 1000 miles in just over 2 months
@Maverick247 yeah. I mean at £900 you're basically paying £600 for the bike bits and £300 on the battery. For the sound of what you use it for, I personally would use my Engine X. That rear suspension makes a big difference. Although guessing you need the step through aspect. M20 dual battery I love the look of but annoying af they don't make a legal uk version.
The L20 is far easier to switch over battery then the Engine X 5bf too 🙂
Hi mate, can you post the link for the Schwalbe tyres...cheers.
@@MarshalTriumph-p1h I bought them from Tredz they where only £40 looks like they are out of stock Amazon and Halfords do them but want £54.99 the tyre is the Schwalbe Super Moto X 20x4