This electric bike was already on my radar and watching your review made me finally buy it. EXCELLENT and very thorough review! I'm excited to get mine and start riding!
I got mine a week ago and so far, I have put 25 miles on it (limited riding due to weather conditions) and I absolutely LOVE IT. Doesn't matter if I use the pedal assist or the throttle, this bad boy FLIES. It may only be 20 MPH max speed, but it feels fast on a bike. I'm extremely satisfied with this bike. I may have to look into getting another battery though because it doesn't seem like mine is holding a full charge. But nonetheless, it does what I need it to do.
Thank you for this review! I bought this and I'm excited to receive it so much. I live in Missoula, MT and will be using this bike for my daily commute to work. What I really also like are the fat tires which make it easy to ride on snow as well! What I'm looking forward to is saving money from riding a bike to work instead of driving! I only want to use my car for recreational purposes.
These are cool bike. I bought my daughter the G5 scooter and my little boy a nano e bike. Both by the same company GOTRAX! I plan to pick up the big boy fat tire bike in the near future. Nice video!
The battery meter or gauge behaves the same way as with the F1. Right bars drop very quickly in few minutes exactly as in this video. Weird but nothing to worry about because the remaining bars drop very slowly.
Hey there, thank you for the review! I am considering buying this bike but am wondering if you could give me a sense of how bad an idea that might be for someone on the heavier side (~270 pounds)? Would mostly be using it to commute around my small city/college town, pick up groceries, maybe go for a ride in a local arboretum (on road). Thanks!
Considering I am 225 naked, then add clothes and camera equipment, that put me around 235-240lbs. I had no issues with this bike. Will hold up with that kind of weight for long haul? I'm not sure it would with that kind of weight.
just purchased a gotrax couple days ago and came across your video. great video for me to get to know my bike a bit more thank you for that. by the way, that area looks familiar is that lake side by any chance?
Nice review , got one of these and so far I'm pretty happy . Bike can also be unlocked to 25 mph . Just wondering why there is no wall or fence on the path to the lighthouse ?
Man this bike is like a copy of the Lectric. Or is the Lectric a copy of this ?now I’m confused ….great review. For the cost this seems like a hidden gem
Good review. I finally decide to pull the trigger and order it in Canada. My main concern is that I don't have a garage and live on the fourth floor of an appartement building. I think the bike weight in about 60 pounds but can you tell me please, If I remove the battery before , how much weight do I remove ? Is it even worth it ? Thanks
Batteries this size weight about 6-8lbs. I don't have the bike anymore to actually weight it for you but I have reviewed enough of these that I feel my guess is pretty close.
@@scotthardesty Thanks. Yes it's about 8 pounds. The bike is way too heavy to climb stairs even without the battery. I gave up. So I can't see woman lifting this into their car trunk. Beside that, it is a very enjoyable and solid e-bike.
Love the bike but that key location is awkward location for powering up the bike if making frequent stops. Seems like water / dirt on road would fly off front tire and eventually destroy key mechanism.
I have an issue with the battery I think. The bike is brand new. I recharge the battery fully. After re-installation, the battery show fully charge on the display but after a minute or so of riding, I loose about 4 "energy bars" (~25%) in a shot. Have you experience anything like that ? Thanks.
@@scotthardesty I found that the bike is IPX4 rated meaning that they are "water resistant", resistant to water splashes. They cannot be submerge of course so better keep it clear of water puddles.😀
Thanks for the detailed review! I'm moving to a large city where I will use the commuter train regularly, and this looks like it's just the ticket to get to/from stations. Do you know if there is an option to use the handlebars essentially as a luggage handle so that the tires can be used to assist with transporting the bike while folded?
Does the screen have a way to show current or voltage or both? Do you have to leave the key in the bike when riding it? Any way to unlock it to use it as a class 3 bike?
All of those questions were actually answered in the video. 1. No, there is no way to see voltage. That was covered in cockpit operations. 2. Yes, you have to have the key in when riding it. I covered that when I talked about the battery. 3. No, you cannot unlock it to class 3 speeds.
Maybe you said it and I missed it but I was wondering about how comfortable the bike would be for size I am 6 foot at 230 wondering if this would be a ok bike
It does have 4 bolts on the front that could hold one. I am not sure if they make one specific for the bike. Maybe it shows one on their website. alnk.to/9xhPA46
Hows the parts availability with the F2 like battery etc i looked on their website and can’t see it And what can you expect to pay for a extra battery? Canadian
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This electric bike was already on my radar and watching your review made me finally buy it. EXCELLENT and very thorough review! I'm excited to get mine and start riding!
Hope you enjoy it!
I got mine a week ago and so far, I have put 25 miles on it (limited riding due to weather conditions) and I absolutely LOVE IT. Doesn't matter if I use the pedal assist or the throttle, this bad boy FLIES. It may only be 20 MPH max speed, but it feels fast on a bike. I'm extremely satisfied with this bike. I may have to look into getting another battery though because it doesn't seem like mine is holding a full charge. But nonetheless, it does what I need it to do.
Glad to hear!
One of the better videos I've seen 👍 Got one being delivered today. Rock on 🎶
Thanks man! I know you will enjoy yours!
Fantastic review, very well done and honest and to the point. Thank you. Mine will be here in a few days. Looking forward to riding it!!!
Thank you for watching and the kind words!
Thank you for this review! I bought this and I'm excited to receive it so much. I live in Missoula, MT and will be using this bike for my daily commute to work. What I really also like are the fat tires which make it easy to ride on snow as well! What I'm looking forward to is saving money from riding a bike to work instead of driving! I only want to use my car for recreational purposes.
Since I got my first ebike, I use for 95% of errands. You will love it!
Great review man. Awesome camera angles especially at the lighthouse! Im getting one of these!
Thanks! Enjoy that little nugget!
Beautiful countryside! Another enjoyable review.
Many thanks!
Amazing review Scott! Beautiful scenery, amazing quality, and as always you run the dogshit out of the bike!❤
I feel sorry for each and every bike that is sent to me for review. Hahahaha
These are cool bike. I bought my daughter the G5 scooter and my little boy a nano e bike. Both by the same company GOTRAX! I plan to pick up the big boy fat tire bike in the near future. Nice video!
Thank you! Gotrax makes solid bikes for the price!
Thanks for the awesome review on the GOTRAX F2 Scott. QUESTION: On its lowest, what is the seat height from the ground? AJ from Canada.
Hi AJ. I no longer have this bike to answer your question.
The battery meter or gauge behaves the same way as with the F1. Right bars drop very quickly in few minutes exactly as in this video.
Weird but nothing to worry about because the remaining bars drop very slowly.
That's what I noticed as well. Thanks for the input!
Hey there, thank you for the review! I am considering buying this bike but am wondering if you could give me a sense of how bad an idea that might be for someone on the heavier side (~270 pounds)? Would mostly be using it to commute around my small city/college town, pick up groceries, maybe go for a ride in a local arboretum (on road). Thanks!
Considering I am 225 naked, then add clothes and camera equipment, that put me around 235-240lbs. I had no issues with this bike. Will hold up with that kind of weight for long haul? I'm not sure it would with that kind of weight.
just purchased a gotrax couple days ago and came across your video. great video for me to get to know my bike a bit more thank you for that. by the way, that area looks familiar is that lake side by any chance?
I shot this video in Michiana and Michigan City, Indiana. So yup! I am lakeside.
Nice review , got one of these and so far I'm pretty happy . Bike can also be unlocked to 25 mph . Just wondering why there is no wall or fence on the path to the lighthouse ?
Thanks. It's Indiana, they don't need that extra security. hahaha
Man this bike is like a copy of the Lectric. Or is the Lectric a copy of this ?now I’m confused ….great review. For the cost this seems like a hidden gem
Hahahaha.. I think its been compared to the Lectric in other comments for this video. I was pleased with this bike.
Good review. I finally decide to pull the trigger and order it in Canada. My main concern is that I don't have a garage and live on the fourth floor of an appartement building. I think the bike weight in about 60 pounds but can you tell me please, If I remove the battery before , how much weight do I remove ? Is it even worth it ? Thanks
Batteries this size weight about 6-8lbs. I don't have the bike anymore to actually weight it for you but I have reviewed enough of these that I feel my guess is pretty close.
@@scotthardesty Thanks. Yes it's about 8 pounds. The bike is way too heavy to climb stairs even without the battery. I gave up. So I can't see woman lifting this into their car trunk. Beside that, it is a very enjoyable and solid e-bike.
Welp, no time like the present to get swole
Love the bike but that key location is awkward location for powering up the bike if making frequent stops. Seems like water / dirt on road would fly off front tire and eventually destroy key mechanism.
Hadn't thought about that. Good point.
If you're worried about that, get something you can easily cover it with to protect it.
I have an issue with the battery I think. The bike is brand new. I recharge the battery fully. After re-installation, the battery show fully charge on the display but after a minute or so of riding, I loose about 4 "energy bars" (~25%) in a shot. Have you experience anything like that ? Thanks.
I agree in the fact that you have a bad battery. I hope you can get it switched out.
I’m looking at the f2 but I’m confused with the r2 What’s the difference?
I have only reviewed the R1 and the F2. I have not reviewed the R2 so unfortunately, I can not help you.
I am wondering how the bike works in the rain. The manuel say not to ride it in a "wet" condition. What will happen ??
Good question. Maybe someone on here can answer that question for you.
@@scotthardesty I found that the bike is IPX4 rated meaning that they are "water resistant", resistant to water splashes. They cannot be submerge of course so better keep it clear of water puddles.😀
Thanks for the detailed review! I'm moving to a large city where I will use the commuter train regularly, and this looks like it's just the ticket to get to/from stations.
Do you know if there is an option to use the handlebars essentially as a luggage handle so that the tires can be used to assist with transporting the bike while folded?
You can fold the bike without folding down the handlebars. I believe that would be the answer you were asking about.
@@scotthardesty thanks! Yeah, I'm just thinking about ways to avoid constantly picking it up when it's folded temporarily
Does the screen have a way to show current or voltage or both? Do you have to leave the key in the bike when riding it? Any way to unlock it to use it as a class 3 bike?
All of those questions were actually answered in the video. 1. No, there is no way to see voltage. That was covered in cockpit operations. 2. Yes, you have to have the key in when riding it. I covered that when I talked about the battery. 3. No, you cannot unlock it to class 3 speeds.
Maybe you said it and I missed it but I was wondering about how comfortable the bike would be for size I am 6 foot at 230 wondering if this would be a ok bike
It's rated for a taller rider so you should be fine.
Would you think id be able to do food delivery with this ? For maybe 2 hours ? While on battery?
Absolutely.
Mine won’t power up
Bummer. I would definitely get in contact with them.
What is the width of the bike when it's folded? Not from front to back but side to side?
I'm sorry, I don't know. I no longer have this bike to measure that for you.
What about adding front rack?
It does have 4 bolts on the front that could hold one. I am not sure if they make one specific for the bike. Maybe it shows one on their website. alnk.to/9xhPA46
How fast can it go unlocked? Can it be unlocked?
I was not able to unlock it.
Nice
It's a good bike for the money.
If using throttle only how slow can you go? Or will it only go 20?
I am sure I cover that during the throttle test.
You go faster in pedal assist
Can you add a child carrier in the back?
I wouldn't do it.
Looks like Lectrek knock off
On their last GOTRAX bike I reviewed (the R1), the consensus in the comments was that it was a better choice over Lectrek.
Hows the parts availability with the F2 like battery etc i looked on their website and can’t see it And what can you expect to pay for a extra battery? Canadian