When I consider the many many trouble free miles and how often I want to ride my Levo it's a bargain compared to my regular MTB. At the end of the day for me it's about fun per dollar. I'm past the point of enjoying the sufferfest and just want to have fun riding.
Late to the party here and i have just purchased a Marin Alpine Trail E for (£3400 New), it's a very good bike the EP6 motor is surprisingly punchy and quiet, it's fun to ride with the 27.5/29 mix, the Fusion forks and Shock are not bad at all. I'm having a blast with it (will change the Deore gear set at some point but for now it's very competent). The purchase was well worth it.
I watched your YT decoy videos from a few years ago and you loved it. It was t in this top 10… thoughts on that bike at this point in 2023. I got one on order for $3999 USD. The core 2 MX
You've missed the 2023 Cube Stereo 160 HPC Race 750 full sus. Check out the specs, including a carbon frame and the new Bosch CX Smart System and a 750 watt battery. All for around £3000 in the UK at the moment.
I have one but it's not good for heavy enduro, it has a congenital problem with the battery connector which keeps turning off. They already replaced the plug but the problem came back again. Then the engine guard plastic is too delicate and comes loose because it is not fixed with screws
Thanks Sam , Just bought the Merida E one sixty 8000 . I want to Slacken the Head angle a bit , do you recommend increasing the travel upfront to 170? and would 44mm fork offset be ok ?
Hey Kevin congrats mate did you use the links? If you did thanks 🙏 ok I feel you have a few options get a 1 degree headset not sure it will hit in the e160, or you could go up to 170 but it will only slacken it about .5 I would try buying the headset, maybe ask in the emtb forum on Facebook which is the best. Good luck with it mate!
My Levo comp alloy is one of the greatest things I've ever owned, and is what really kicked off my interest in riding. Last week I ordered a Stumpjumper comp alloy during the Specialized sale. The sale is 40% off here in Aus (maybe worldwide??). $5900 down to $3500AUD for a Stumpy. Would be rude to not buy it 😂
Glad to see you fit again, you're ellbow is alright? I bought a Levo 2022 expert, with a hell of an discount + after business bike leasing, this dream bike will cost me after 3 years only 6100€ in total. Had last year a 10+k€ price tag 😅
Hey David thanks for asking, yep doing well the staples come out next week 1 more session with the Physo and I’m back on the bike. Congrats on the Levo there really are some amazing deals on a lot of e-bikes these days!
Are there any new bikes on the market that would alter this list? I had a Norco Range, but sadly our home was broken into and it was stolen. Definitely don’t have the funds to replace it and insurance only covers 2k(lesson learned!). That being said, this list will help me get another bike. Which of these has the highest torque? We bigger fellas need a little extra power, haha
Congrats lee, if it was me I would put a 35 or 40mm 31.8 stem on it something like the i9 or cheaper the spank and some renthal fat bars in 31.8 aluminum with 30mm rise and cut to 780 that’s my set up! Let me know how you get on!
Hope the manufacturers get these bikes into the retail shops in Canada, Currently, the choices in my local shops are limited. eg Canyon appears to be only available as an online order.
I just bought a brand new Moto Guzzi motorcycle for $9000 Canadian. I love mountain biking but damn these are expensive! I bought a Rocky Mountain hardtail a couple years ago and I've already somehow put $2,000 into it. Wanting to upgrade but having a hard time justifying these prices for a bicycle.
@richardwaters3040 let’s see you could probably go up in a Levo SL or Giant Trance Elite 10mm in suspension and put a 27 front and back I did it years ago on the Decoy! If I’m honest mullet is way better just takes time to get used to
Great video as usual Sam , just about to buy the reign , I'm 6ft with a 34inch inside leg , can I have your opinion on size m8 please , I'll only be doing local trails at most as I'm 57yr old 😂 🍻🍻
Hey Lee thanks for the kind words! I would say the Large Reign would work perfect for you but if you can just go sit on a large and see how it feels. Let me know how you get on!
Thanks for the prompt reply m8 , just managed to secure the last size large in stock . Should be here next week , keep up the good work and thanks again Lee. 👌🍻
Hello dear friend, I want to buy an electric bike for $4,000, but I don’t understand forks, suspensions and other elements at all. Could you recommend the coolest, most beautiful and best bike for 4000 dollars?
I bought the Cube Stereo hybrid 140 for £3100. You can’t ask for more on a bike with superb suspension and brakes and carbon frame. Bargain of the year.
My dads lookin for somthing closer to 2500 but we cant find anything even remotely durable looking, he keeps looking at these weird Ebike specific random companies that offer cheaper Ebikes with hub drives, no name suspension or none at all, some are fat tires. We live by trails that I already know those bikes wont really work on, not sure what to do to convince him not to waste money thinking he's saving money by getting something that wont last, will feel awkward on trails, and mostly push and limit him to just road use, which I dont want my 70 year old dad riding on the roadways as I wont even ride on the roads where we live, too much traffic and basically no bike lanes, often no shoulder and your not supposed to ride on sidewalks. Cars are often aggressive here, not to mention drunk drivers everywhere too. I wanna keep him on trails for safety but on a bike that wont also be a safety hazard. Any suggestions? Are Pedago any good, they look cheap to me too. but every bike shop with major real brands seems to start at 4000 CAD for the entry level model.
Yes, prices going down. More chances to get a superb bike for less money. I am still happy with my giant reign e+2 that i bought 4 weeks ago for around 4k euro. My hardtail wasn´t much cheaper. The giant was a way better deal for me.
And if you live near a city with a bunch of rich people that bought COVID bikes. You can now buy them like brand new for a 1/4 the price. Because they never did become riders.
Bought a Marin Alpine Trail E2 a couple months ago. Got a great deal, but the price has dropped even more since then. I can't complain because I absolutely love the bike. Quite a change coming from a Polygon Siskui D7.
After doing extensive research and being a rider for over 25years and working in the industry for almost as long I went with a Cube. They are the most underrated brand out there. The quality vs price is unbeatable. Im super happy with mine.
Riders what do we think of my list? Let me know what you would buy and why!
Still a ripoff !!
When I consider the many many trouble free miles and how often I want to ride my Levo it's a bargain compared to my regular MTB. At the end of the day for me it's about fun per dollar. I'm past the point of enjoying the sufferfest and just want to have fun riding.
Orbea rise hydro for me
Late to the party here and i have just purchased a Marin Alpine Trail E for (£3400 New), it's a very good bike the EP6 motor is surprisingly punchy and quiet, it's fun to ride with the 27.5/29 mix, the Fusion forks and Shock are not bad at all.
I'm having a blast with it (will change the Deore gear set at some point but for now it's very competent).
The purchase was well worth it.
I watched your YT decoy videos from a few years ago and you loved it. It was t in this top 10… thoughts on that bike at this point in 2023. I got one on order for $3999 USD. The core 2 MX
Me and a few others picked up a kenevo sl expert for £3500 last week! That's the biggest bargain I've ever had on a bike over my 30 years of riding.
Where from?
@@stuartrutland9648 the bike shed down south.
@@stuartrutland9648his imagination
You've missed the 2023 Cube Stereo 160 HPC Race 750 full sus. Check out the specs, including a carbon frame and the new Bosch CX Smart System and a 750 watt battery. All for around £3000 in the UK at the moment.
just purchased one last week, should be delivered soon 😊
@@paulliddell2517 Me too. Just waiting for it. Looked everywhere for better value and couldn't beat it. 👍
I have one but it's not good for heavy enduro, it has a congenital problem with the battery connector which keeps turning off. They already replaced the plug but the problem came back again. Then the engine guard plastic is too delicate and comes loose because it is not fixed with screws
I like the Bosch powered ebikes. Never had a problem out of my Trek Rail 5 Bosch system.
Thanks Sam , Just bought the Merida E one sixty 8000 . I want to Slacken the Head angle a bit , do you recommend increasing the travel upfront to 170? and would 44mm fork offset be ok ?
Hey Kevin congrats mate did you use the links? If you did thanks 🙏 ok I feel you have a few options get a 1 degree headset not sure it will hit in the e160, or you could go up to 170 but it will only slacken it about .5 I would try buying the headset, maybe ask in the emtb forum on Facebook which is the best. Good luck with it mate!
My Levo comp alloy is one of the greatest things I've ever owned, and is what really kicked off my interest in riding.
Last week I ordered a Stumpjumper comp alloy during the Specialized sale. The sale is 40% off here in Aus (maybe worldwide??).
$5900 down to $3500AUD for a Stumpy. Would be rude to not buy it 😂
Hey mate congrats on the new Levo and entering the amazing world of mountain biking and wow you got a Stumpy that’s so cool 😎 enjoy them legend
What do you think of Focus Sam², Jam² or Thron²?
good selection here Sam. i have the haibike nduro 7. currently up for £ 4300 in uk( down from 5600) a real beast
Thanks mate yep so many amazing deals going down!
Sam do you know if Canyon is planning on selling the Strive On in North America anytime soon?
Hey mate I’m pretty sure they will in the next 6 months
Thanks Sam for the response I really love you content keep up the good fight 🚵♂️
New to the nation, but looking to get an E mtb should I wait til deals next month? Do the prices swing usually?
I just ordered a YT Decoy Uncaged 10... stoked to get it!!
I JUST PURCHASED COLA BEAR FOR
the new bafang is the M560 motor. You should do a review of it!
I would love to, I was very happy with the m510
Glad to see you fit again, you're ellbow is alright? I bought a Levo 2022 expert, with a hell of an discount + after business bike leasing, this dream bike will cost me after 3 years only 6100€ in total. Had last year a 10+k€ price tag 😅
Hey David thanks for asking, yep doing well the staples come out next week 1 more session with the Physo and I’m back on the bike. Congrats on the Levo there really are some amazing deals on a lot of e-bikes these days!
@@SamsBikesnice to hear that, looking forward for the next vids 👍🏻
Thanks for this Sam love these best deal videos.
Thanks Deano!
Are there any new bikes on the market that would alter this list? I had a Norco Range, but sadly our home was broken into and it was stolen. Definitely don’t have the funds to replace it and insurance only covers 2k(lesson learned!). That being said, this list will help me get another bike. Which of these has the highest torque? We bigger fellas need a little extra power, haha
Hey mate I feel the best value right now is the YT Decoy for a super enduro coming with all the bells and whistle for 5600€
Bought the large Reign m8 cheers , i like raised bars , i know its personal but any recommendations?👌
Congrats lee, if it was me I would put a 35 or 40mm 31.8 stem on it something like the i9 or cheaper the spank and some renthal fat bars in 31.8 aluminum with 30mm rise and cut to 780 that’s my set up! Let me know how you get on!
Anyone have an opinion of the raymon 150e 11.0? Is it any good?
Nailed it!
Thanks Legend
Hope the manufacturers get these bikes into the retail shops in Canada, Currently, the choices in my local shops are limited. eg Canyon appears to be only available as an online order.
That’s strange
How about the Yamaha Moro YDX 07???
Trek rail 7 is on special at the moment. Really eyeing it out!!! 👀
I just bought a brand new Moto Guzzi motorcycle for $9000 Canadian. I love mountain biking but damn these are expensive! I bought a Rocky Mountain hardtail a couple years ago and I've already somehow put $2,000 into it. Wanting to upgrade but having a hard time justifying these prices for a bicycle.
Any 27.5 lightweight options anyone knows about? Rode the marin last week and didn't get along with mullet or weight. Also so many pedal strikes!
Loads of new SL have hit the market, I’ll be doing my top 10 Trail next week and the 10 ten enduro the week after
@@SamsBikes look forward to seeing if there are any 27.5 options on your list 🤞
@richardwaters3040 let’s see you could probably go up in a Levo SL or Giant Trance Elite 10mm in suspension and put a 27 front and back I did it years ago on the Decoy! If I’m honest mullet is way better just takes time to get used to
@@SamsBikesSpeaking of which, Decoys are now on sale. Core 2 MX under 5k
I miss the kg compare between the models? What about Scot?
That Marine definitely speaks to me....
Thanks for the video.
Keep them coming bro
Thanks Rider !
Great video as usual Sam , just about to buy the reign , I'm 6ft with a 34inch inside leg , can I have your opinion on size m8 please , I'll only be doing local trails at most as I'm 57yr old 😂 🍻🍻
Hey Lee thanks for the kind words! I would say the Large Reign would work perfect for you but if you can just go sit on a large and see how it feels. Let me know how you get on!
Thanks for the prompt reply m8 , just managed to secure the last size large in stock . Should be here next week , keep up the good work and thanks again Lee. 👌🍻
Mate, that reign looks like such a deal. Boom proof platform, nice spec and so capable…
Mate for the money it was a great deal and on that discount it’s crazy value
Wow you’ve found great deals! Amazing prices for such a nice ebikes👏👏👏
You know It! Prices are coming down
whats your opinion on dengfu e55?
Not sure 🤔 rider I need to look into it
I picked up a nice giant reign E+ on the used market. your reviews helped with my purchase.@@SamsBikes
What about liv embolden ?
can you show sales going on in the USA, really need to jump on an E mountain bike!
Sorry David I don’t understand the question?
@@SamsBikeshe wants to know if u can tell him which e-bikes r on sale in America 😄
Hello dear friend, I want to buy an electric bike for $4,000, but I don’t understand forks, suspensions and other elements at all. Could you recommend the coolest, most beautiful and best bike for 4000 dollars?
Beat Mtb channel on the tube by a long way 👍
Thanks Legend Rider you have no idea how much that helps me to continue going!
I bought the Cube Stereo hybrid 140 for £3100. You can’t ask for more on a bike with superb suspension and brakes and carbon frame. Bargain of the year.
Got a yt decoy core 3 for $4700 here in the us 3 weeks ago.
Checked the Polygon as the spec is great but that is way more expensive than your advertise here. 5200 GBP or 5800 euros. Beats the purpose
Hey mate sorry about this some countries have beater deals than others what about the Merida or the Giant Reign that’s a deal in the Uk
muito obrigado pela ajuda
Haibike allmtn bombproof.
My dads lookin for somthing closer to 2500 but we cant find anything even remotely durable looking, he keeps looking at these weird Ebike specific random companies that offer cheaper Ebikes with hub drives, no name suspension or none at all, some are fat tires. We live by trails that I already know those bikes wont really work on, not sure what to do to convince him not to waste money thinking he's saving money by getting something that wont last, will feel awkward on trails, and mostly push and limit him to just road use, which I dont want my 70 year old dad riding on the roadways as I wont even ride on the roads where we live, too much traffic and basically no bike lanes, often no shoulder and your not supposed to ride on sidewalks. Cars are often aggressive here, not to mention drunk drivers everywhere too. I wanna keep him on trails for safety but on a bike that wont also be a safety hazard. Any suggestions? Are Pedago any good, they look cheap to me too. but every bike shop with major real brands seems to start at 4000 CAD for the entry level model.
Useful thanks
WHAT I LIKE TO ADD IS THE BULLS EVO 4 MOUNTAIN BIKE IS A GOOD VALUE ALSO RUNNING 4 K .
Yes, prices going down. More chances to get a superb bike for less money. I am still happy with my giant reign e+2 that i bought 4 weeks ago for around 4k euro. My hardtail wasn´t much cheaper. The giant was a way better deal for me.
Great work rider congrats 🎉 on the new whip! Totally the Giant e-bikes are always great prices even better right now
Any particular reason why the Mondraker Chaser / Prime did make your top ten ? They seem like great bikes 😊
I'm seeing new 2022 Orbea wilds going for $3500+ here in the S.F. bay area shops. Best bang for the buck IMHO.
Wow that’s a crazy price!
UPDATE: Yamaha selling the Moro 7 at half price currently
Missed the YT Decoy
Yep 👍 true but I was trying keep all of them under 5k
And if you live near a city with a bunch of rich people that bought COVID bikes. You can now buy them like brand new for a 1/4 the price. Because they never did become riders.
That is true
Yes people can’t give them away here in Chattanooga TN
Bought a Marin Alpine Trail E2 a couple months ago. Got a great deal, but the price has dropped even more since then. I can't complain because I absolutely love the bike. Quite a change coming from a Polygon Siskui D7.
Yo Jason congrats on the new ebike mate! And yes Polygon are doing some interesting bikes
I like my levo!!! It may be too good for me but still I love it!!!¡!!❤
Bea you need to ride your Levo a little more but you have the skills
Where is radon?
Cube?
6:38 4500 pounds is about $5600 usd. "...all 10 are under 5000 USD"
After doing extensive research and being a rider for over 25years and working in the industry for almost as long I went with a Cube. They are the most underrated brand out there. The quality vs price is unbeatable. Im super happy with mine.
What model would you recommend?
@@MixinMum1210 what sort of riding do u do?
@@spiral99able I commute to work and also I like to ride trails
@@MixinMum1210 stereo hybred 140
@@spiral99ableThank you I will have a look at one 👍🏻😊
Please state the prices in 1 currency lol. You go from euros, USD, to Aud.
Ok I will but these were the best deals I have found worldwide
i buy cars at those prices, wicked bafang ebike is 1500$
A shimano motor with 900wH battery? I'm flabbergasted.
Yep Canyon are making some monster batteries 🔋
What about YT you guys don’t like direct consumer lol