LECTRIC XPremium E-Bike Review - 5 Months Later | Mid-Drive | RVwithTito E-Bike Review
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- Опубліковано 6 сер 2024
- CURIOUS about the LECTRIC XPremium Mid-Drive E-Bike? We share EVERYTHING YOU'LL NEED TO KNOW about this UNIQUE E-BIKE after MONTHS of RIDING and TRAVELING with it on our RV. Need quick answers? Choose a topic below.
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Video Topics
00:00 Where have we traveled with the XPremium Ebike?
01:10 First Impressions of the XPremium - Is It more comfortable?
03:38 What are the PREMIUM features of the XPremium ebike?
05:17 Mid-drive vs rear-hub motor, how are they different?
05:17 Is the Mid-drive better than a rear-hub motor?
08:50 XPremium Riding Tips
12:09 Fat Tires and Flat Prevention
13:05 New Front Suspension
13:57 New Front / Rear Lights
15:07 New Hydraulic Disc Brakes
16:10 New Dual Batteries
16:10 How Far Can You Ride on a Charge?
21:05 How to charge the dual batteries - how long does it take?
22:15 Riding tips to extend your range?
26:07 Transporting the XPremium (bike rack or folding)?
26:07 Is the XPremium difficult to transport?
26:07 How much does the XPremium weigh?
28:37 Is the XPremium for RV travel?
29:33 Why my wife won't let me ride the XPremium anymore?
30:25 Where to buy an XPremium E-Bike?
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LECTRIC E-Bikes provided the LECTRIC XPremium e-Bike for independent review and testing, but did not tell us what to say or do. Our comments, opinions and test results are own and are based solely on our own testing and evaluation conducted over the last few months.
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Shop LECTRIC e-Bikes here (www.rvwithtito.com/lectric) for the LATEST DEALs including FREE Accessories (Affiliate Link - Buy us a beer if you found this review helpful). Also. Have you seen our review of the NEW XP 3.0? 🚴♀(Check it out: ua-cam.com/video/nzzt_p4zpkc/v-deo.html) Cheers! Brian
Did you buy the bike or was it given to you for evaluation?
@@TheJHMAN1 Lectric provided the bike for independent testing and evaluation.
What accessories are free how do u get them thru the link
I have the xp premium. I find the bike extremely unstawhen you have cargo. I have the front and back baskets. If I put anything in the baskets, the bike gets the speed wobbles super sketchy
I was surprised and thrilled to receive my 3.0 lectric bike as a birthday present from my wife. We had moved from the flat lands of Illinois to the hills of South Carolina. I rode often on my 10 speed in Illinois but with 3 heart surgeries I was very limited riding in our new subdivision of Carolina. Now with the assistance of the lectric bike I can once again enjoy riding just about anywhere and with using pedal assistance I get the exercise I need to help my rehab.
That's awesome. Glad you were able to get back to riding!
I took have heart issues so I like the electric. It helps me keep up with my wife who is a borderline exercise nut. I just wish I had the better motor. I got stuck on a pretty steep hill once that she just rode up like it was nothing. Lol
The 2.0 uses a cadence sensor. The 3.0 uses a torque sensor. That's why 3.0 feels more natural. IMO cadence sensors are dangerous in tight area, like biking around people, making tight turns, etc.
I found that the cadence sensor can kick the front wheel out from under you if you are on loose gravel in a turn. Yes it can be dangerous. Landed on the ground very fast. bruised and bloody.
Very down to earth review and I agree with all of it as a current owner. Very informative. Very in depth. This is a great video if you are thinking about buying one of these bikes.
I recently watched a review from another UA-camr and that review pointed out that it takes significantly more pedal torque for the motor to kick in. As I and my wife are over 70 yrs old we don’t necessarily have the leg strength for that. When I called Lectric to talk to them they told me the same…so today I placed an order for the 3.0 Long Range step through version…which your review of really sold me on.
Hope to see you out there on the road Tito!!
The 3.0 should work well for you. The XPremium is a lot of bike which is best suited for pedaling.
Such a helpful review, thank you for taking the time to compare them!
You are so welcome!
I appreciate how well you covered the features of this ebike. Thanks.
My pleasure!
You nailed it! I received my XPremium couple months ago and it's AWESOME 💥. Living in the Atlanta area we go up and down hills all the time and this bike is perfect. It's worth more than what I pre-order paid. I don't have a thing to add to your review cuz your review is so comprehensive and interesting.
Nice! Glad to hear you're enjoying the bike. I'm sure I left a couple things out...video was getting long 😀
Question: I'm considering this bike and it is suggested to remove the batteries to lighten the load when lifting it to transport. I'm 5' 1" so I want a bike that the seat is low to the ground until I'm more comfortable. I always touched the ground with a motorcycle, but a bike I like my legs stretched out and therefore cannot touch, but that is to be determined later. To remove the batteries for charging will I need to remove the seat to remove the rear battery? I most likely will have the seat in the lowest position. Thank you! How are you liking your bike?
Brian another stellar review and excellent information. We got 2 of the 2.0 versions because of your last review and love them!
Great! Glad to hear you're enjoying those bikes 👍
6:54 one of the best descriptions of Hub vs Mid-drive. Hub you pedal to match the bike, Mid the drive matches your input.
Thanks! Glad it helped. I know it's hard to articulate the difference until you can get the feeling of riding both.
Thank you for this information!! Mine will be here in 2 days!!! We will see how I like it!!!
Awesome review! Just purchased the x premium and haven’t received it yet, this review helped me with my decision. Thank you! See you on the road!
Nice! Enjoy riding.
This was the best ever review of the XPremium Lectric. I'm headed their way again next week to try out this model. I originally thought I would just ride out onto the "green" space trails which go for miles and miles right behind the development I live on in Tempe, AZ, but after watching yours and others videos, I'm getting excited about going on trails of which there are many in Arizona. So now I have to figure out how to get the bike onto my RV and off again (I'm a small, 80 YO woman). I'll figure something out. Thanks for putting together such a great review video! (I will put in a good word for you with Lectric).
I'm so glad you found our review helpful. I hope it works out for you. It does take a little getting used to at first, but you'll catch on quickly and really like how it works. Definitely tell the folks at lectric we said Hi.
Ben riding mid drive since 2002. Bafang BBs. Just tap either of the brake levers. Not enough to engage the brakes but enough to disengage the motor. Shift and keep on going. Lust like driving a manual sports car. But the brake lever is your clutch. Takes a little used to. But will quickly become second nature.
Just found your channel and have been enjoying the time and detail you provide in the ones I watched. Great review of the bikes! The only drawback is the lifting & handling other than that pretty nice machines.
Yes. They are a bit heavy to manage.
This video has been so helpful very informative
Thanks
Thanks. Glad it helped. Cheers.
Brian, I have finally learned something else about the folding bike.....stand on the other side when folding so it folds away from you, and lean the bike into your body......your body does not get trapped in the hinge point. So much easier. So awkward the other way around. After a whole summer of doing it wrong, I'm happy to have figured that out. Also....I rarely lift the bike alone....these things are so heavy... take care!
Yes. There's certainly a couple ways. Folding it away from you requires lifting a little more. 😀
That's how I stand when I steer the front around to the folded position. Only then do I fold the handle bars down. Pretty darn heavy for sure, not to mention awkward.
removing the 2 batteries from the bike helps alot with reducing its weight if you're about to lift it up; it's crazy annoying to do but it does also add an extra layer of security by keeping the batteries separate from the bike when not in use.
Very true. Yes. It is a hassle.
Yes I also agree
Do you know about how much the two batteries combined weigh? I can't find that info on their website. I think I saw that one was a little over 9lbs, but what's the other one? Taking them out would, for sure make it easier I would think.
@@2RR 7 pounds per battery
Bravo a 5 star review for sure !
Thank you Brian. I have the XP 2.0, and really, it was the weight that kept me with this option. You are pretty fit & strong, and watching you struggle to get this on the bike rack or into your CRV confirmed i made the right choice.
I do like the mid-drive option and dimensions for riding, but the dimensions for traveling, even as folded, would be challenging.
Ike you, I put the folded bike in a tub & slide it inside our Escape 5.0 for travel. For us, our Escape only has a total of 150# weight capacity, the e-bike rack and 1 e-bike do not exceed thr 150, but 2 bikes & the rack will exceed it. When I have the rack on the truck rather than on the RV, we can carry both bikes.
Any way one looks at it, these bikes are heavy. Good to see you took these to AK & hope you had some good treks on them. I didn’t observe them in your AK videos yet it is possible I simply overlooked them. With that said, the battery removal/installation is much better that the 2.0. Glad you called out the deficiency that even with the key removed, one could take your bike. I do like that when I remove the key from the 2.0, it cannot be started. Oh, and the key placement of the 2.0, how awkward is that?
As always Brian, love your work & contributions to the world. “More than a feeling ….” 😁👏
Thanks for sharing your experiences with the 2.0 bikes. Yeah the XPremium is bulky, but great to ride. I wouldn't want to carry more than one. BTW - That first Boston album was the first one I ever bought with my own money :)
Excellent video, you have made my decision to buy it! Ordering now..
Hope you enjoy it! Cheers.
Good information. Yes it might be on the heavy side for me. Hehehe 70+. Nice to see your wife and her input.
Yeah. Not a small bike. I'll pass your comment on to Melissa :)
Great job guys!!! Very informative and genuine
Thanks so much!
Nice review with some beautiful scenery. We have the original XP bikes. They are heavy and awkward to load, but they sure are fun!
Agreed. It's worth the extra effort for a little fun.
a really nice useful review, thanks so much :)
You are very welcome!
Love my XP ringing on James river Trials hope to ride them other places when the weather warms up. Love the bike we have the 2.0 and x premium. Hope se Y'all on the bike trails or in the camp grounds around Virginia
Glad to hear you're enjoying the bikes! Have fun riding.
I just Ordered. No Vehicle to have to Load in or On to. Strictly I want to do Loaded Touring around Arizona. The Gears are the Main reason to get it. I am Somewhat disabled and Need the added Excercise of Pedaling. Have a XP Lite 1.0 and very few miles if someone is interested in Buying it. Sure don't need two bikes. Like the extended Battery Capability for this XPremium Model in White. Intend to add/transfer the Alarm system and put MTB Bars on it with a Adjustable Handlebar Stem to get bars closer to me for better control as I did with the XP Lite. Just gonna transfer these accessories over from the XP Lite to the XPremium. Great Video!!
Sounds great. You'll notice that this bike is a bit longer than the others. It makes for a great ride. Enjoy!
good video guys ,thanks
Great review, great job! Thank you👍
You're welcome! Glad it was helpful 👍
A great review, thanks.
Glad it was helpful!
I got mine a week ago and i love it!
I have the XPremium. I found it easier when you are folding the bike, remove both of the batteries, remove the seat, stand on the side where the latch is when folding it so the bike can fold into itself, and strap the two front wheels together with a strap instead of a bungee cord.
Thanks again! I think you're right about the straps. I'm going to be doing that from now on. 👍
Someone in one of the videos (they all blur together at this point, so it may have been here 😅 ), suggested using the longer, Velcro straps that come with the bikes, these days, to keep the wheels together.
I found one of the Velcro straps but not the other. Hopefully, it’s still around because I don’t plan to leave the bikes unattended on that rack for very long.
Alllll that said…I suggest just using a makeshift or real ramp. Rolling that sucker has got to be easier.
Of course, removing those 22 lbs of batteries helps, too, and is safer in multiple ways.
If nothing else, if there’s room, I might simply lift part of the bike up into the vehicle and then lift the other part, balancing it long enough to fold it, if possible. It might require a step stool but otherwise, it might be possible, once those handlebars are folded out of the way.
But that ramp sounds like a no-brainer for the scenario on the video.
In my case, my bike rack is almost always attached. So, it’s even more difficult to get the folded bike into the back of the suv.
@@westmcgee9320 It was probably me on the velcro straps. I mentioned it in the XP 3.0 video. I also found a thin metal ramp to try at Harbor Freight that would work. Haven't had the chance to try it out yet though.
@@RVwithTito I’m chuckling because I cannot BELIEVE that you’re mentioning a Harbor Freight ramp. I just decided to get one, this weekend, for this purpose and maybe a couple others.
I really enjoyed and learned a lot from your review here. I just bought the XPremium and have ridden it just once after being one of the first Rad Mini buyers in late 2016, that I rode a lot at first but later hardly at all. Your thoughtful and balanced coverage of everything about this e-bike, particularly the mid-drive idiosyncrasies compared to the rear hub motor drive, gives me great insight as I gain expertise in riding it as well as hauling it around. Thanks very much for the very useful info.
I have on the way. You should have new 44# one. Disagree with lifting. I am 6 ft and have no issues.
You make the best videos! I like how calm you are and you take your time, very authentic reviews from both of you! Great job! I have a Kommoda that is heavy, also. I bought a rack that comes with a ramp that stores on the ramp. Since I’m solo, I won’t have to reach over to get it up on the rack. We don’t realize how heavy these bikes are! Thank you!!
Thanks so much for your feedback and the ramp tip!
What rack did you purchase?
@@lahawk7410 I've got a HYPERMAX RV rack. You can see it listed here on my Amazon store: www.rvwithtito.com/gear/ebike
@@RVwithTito Thank you!
WOW. GREAT review. I was wondering if my xpremium would fit in the tote I bought because of your 2.0 review. I have had over a dozen ebikes since the 90s and this is by far the best. What I really love is the authentic coasting that I could never get from a hub motor. Pedal, coast, pedal, coast, pedal, coast... I'm in love!
Yes. That is a difference I've noticed as well. Thanks for the comment. Glad to hear you're enjoying the bike 👍
Well, I like to pedal, coast, pedal, coast so that "natural pedal bike" element is missing with a rear hub? Hmmm....I do have a bum knee though, so throttle is important when it flares up. I never thought selecting a folding e bike would be such a challenge. LOL It's not like I can run out a test several before pulling the trigger. I appreciate all of these reviews and comments.
Thorough review, thanks. I wish Lectric had a showroom here in Washington so we could test ride to decide which model would be best suited for us. I believe one would have to travel to Phoenix to test ride. (if it were not for gravity, Melisa would have easily loaded that bike into the CRV)
Thanks. Yeah it's hard to choose. I always say of you can't decide...go for the XP 2.0. It's the best all around value. I put a link to a comparison article I wrote in the description that may help.
9:02 This was a great video to watch. I have the 3.0 and mostly ride on roads. Should of watch this before I started to ride the bike, Also it's something like you said you just have to ride 2 get to learnbut you gave great advice 👍 Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for your excellent review of XPremium. We have the 2.0 step-throughs currently and will stick with them for now. Weight and size are considerations for us. The 3 downsides with the 2.0 for us are -- 1) It is very awkward folding the body of the bike (it really requires both of us); 2) They are heavy and we lift them together to save our backs; and 3) The tires are not very knobby and float on loose/sandy soil (three times, when making a steering correction on this type of soil, the front tire has suddenly plowed sideways and dumped the bike and me). We love how well they store side-by-side in the back of our CR-V toad. They are not too long or heavy to tackle some challenging mountain bike trails. The Premium looks like more of a pavement cruiser than a trail bike. Lectric ebikes are a quality, affordable product that will provide years of enjoyment.
I've tried riding the 2.0 on the soft sand/gravel with no success. The 20" wheels also contribute to their lack of control in the sand. We just stick to packed surfaces. I've had the XPremium on some trails. It performs fine. But it is most comfortable cruising along on pavement. I'm going to try and come up with some tips/techniques for handling these bikes. We'll see how it goes. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
@@RVwithTito I'll try airing down the tires a bit for more contact surface on sand. And perhaps knobbier tires for more bite. Boondocking in the West = "sand". So it behooves us to figure it out.
Two comments:
(1) If you find yourself with tired wrists/arms after a ride, just flip the front post around 180 degrees so it leans slightly aft rather than forward of the front fork. Then you are not constantly leaning on your wrists but are more upright. Easy to do; there are UA-cam videos.
(2) There is yet another way to use an ebike. When we first got our XP2.0st bikes a year ago, I found PAS to be a clumsy way to control a motor, especially when negotiating a sharp turn at low speed. The Lectrics allow you to lock PAS out completely. So when we ride, we are on a simple 7-speed bike (a heavy one though!) but with the addition of a 1HP electric motor, controlled by the twist-grip, exactly as if you were riding a motor scooter! So now the bikes are far more controllable--ride them like you were on a scooter, and pedal to assist!
I have never ridden a more-expensive mid-drive with a torque sensor (not this Lectric), but suspect that would be a very natural way to ride also. Rather than having the motor kick in as you spin the pedals, the rear frame senses how hard you are pedaling and adds motor power in proportion. I use the analogy of Sigourney Weaver in the great movie "Aliens," using that "force multiplier" industrial lifting/walking machine that she stood inside. Poor alien never had a chance.
Great review.
I appreciate that. 👍
Seeing your position when your riding you should turn the steering arm around so that you can set up in a more upright position. I seen a video on doing that for lectric bikes. Thanks for your review this is the bikes we want to purchase.
I'll take a look at it. Thanks! Glad you liked the review.
What a great review. I haven't pulled the trigger on mine yet, but I will use your link. There's a lot about this review I really appreciate - especially that your wife is so honest about her nervousness in certain aspects of biking - including not wanting to take her hands off the handlebars. That's a big fear of mine as well. And I also tend to keep my fingers really near the brakes. It's really helpful to find someone else that's a bit nervous. But I am really sure after this review that this is the right one for me. Thanks so much. Also subbed. I'll likely do a video on our channel about our ebikes as we add this to our RV adventures. I'd like to link this video, if you are okay with that - maybe even include your affiliate link. My channel is really small, but, that doesn't stop me 🤣 Thanks again for a great review!!
We're so glad to hear that this video helped you out. You're certainly welcome to reference our video. Enjoy riding and best of luck with your YT channel!
I learned more, what I'd consider real-world usage, from this video than most other videos that sang its praises without actually USING it. The dual battery for me is a must, as the range on the new XPeak is much lower, and I would use an ebike for road riding primarily.
Glad it helped you out. Enjoy!
Great review
Thanks!
Great review. I had the XP 2.0 and almost purchased the Premium. I thought the Premium was going to be a huge improvement over the XP 2.0 but learned the Premium had more pedaling power and less throttle power which for me was a deal breaker. I ended up getting a Juiced Hyperscorpion instead. The difference is incredible. There is no comparison but you are looking at spending about $500 more. But it was worth every penny!
Sounds like you made the right call. It's best suited for pedaling and shifting with occasional throttling.
@@RVwithTito I had knee surgery in both knees so I need more throttle power.
Great thorough and practical review (as usual from you two). How does the pedal to spindle compare between the XP series and the XPedition? Lectric, a while back told me that the XP's they are 5.3in on the "Non step-thru, and the step thru is 4.2 inches. Worth checking which XP 2.0 you have, since the non step thru has higher clearance..
Haven't tested out the XPedition yet. Probably in the summer. Right now we're traveling in Baja with an XP 3.0 standard and my modified XP LITE .
Also after the bike is not used in a while you have to wake up both batteries. I found this out because when I was bike riding with a friend I noticed that I dropped two bars like I was using only one battery. The main battery in the neck was the only battery working because the second battery was in sleep mode. Ensure you wake up the second battery before you ride. A good tip to know.
Good point. Thanks for brining that up.
I don't know what that means. How do you wake up a battery?
We have the Lectric 1.0 and we are full timers. We find we don’t use them enough to keep hauling them around all around the country. We don’t like to ride them on highways due to traffic and the lack of front suspension makes them a harsh ride except on the smoothest roads despite using the optional seat post and Cloud 9 seats. They are heavy so requires the both of us to lift into the back of the Jeep. I find the frame a little small compared to a regular sized bike. My feet slip off the pedals when I get more aggressive pedaling. We’ve decided to give the to ou daughter and her fiancée.
I'm sure the kids are thinking "Sure! we'll take them" :)
I'm considering this bike. One thing that surprises me is people complaining about having to pedal with an ebike, these are pedal assist bikes, not moped style scooters.
Yes. I do find that interesting 🤔
Great review! The black one looks so slick. Ill be picking mine up very soon!! Would this be possible to fit in a 4 door sedan?
Uuh. It's big bike. It may not fit.
OMG I have the same RV but the ITASCA version! And I just got an XPremium
Cool!
Sounds like if you want this bike, buy one of the motorcycle racks for the back of the RV. That way you have the ramp and can roll it up on the rack vs lifting to a bike rack. Or design/build a ramp that works with your bike rack.
QQQ - have you ridden other ebikes too? Would you recommend this one for someone that is looking for their first ebike? Since you had the older model it seemed you had comparing them more in mind than someone looking to enter the ebike space.
Check out the ebike comparison article I linked to in the description. It may help answer questions. Usually the XP 2.0 is a good all around value as a starter bike. BTW I had the same thoughts about the motorcycle carrier. 👍
Very nice review. What mirror are you using? I have the same bike and I like your mirror.
Those were the mirrors Lectric used to sell.
Good morning Brian. You and your wife do a great job on your videos....thanks. Regarding the battery, I have a similar battery on my Rad and the key will shut power off in the third position thus disabling the display and the bike while the battery is still in place. Are you sure your key on the battery does not have 3 positions? (Off, On, and battery removal)
I don't think this one as a third position, but I'll double check. I know the other bikes have three positions but the third released the battery.
Like your show. You talked me to buy one
Came in yesterday 9:26
I love it
Thanks again
I like your mirror on your bike
Where I can get one ?
God bless
Stay healthy and safe
Great! Its a pretty standard style mirror like these on Amazon (amzn.to/45B6DhK). I got mine from Lectric, but they have different ones now.
What bag, bag light, mirror, and bike lock do you use? As always love your videos!
Here's the goods: Topeak Bag (amzn.to/3E9hxRe); If not using the Topeak rack, you'll need these (amzn.to/3rir0Oi) I zip tied them to the Lectric rack; The tail light I got from REI, but it's very similar to this one (amzn.to/3riLC99); The mirrors were from Lectric but there are tons of mirrors available on Amazon (amzn.to/3E7mtFV). Happy hunting!
Anyone know what a ramp is? loading this would be a great deal easier with one either in the tub or by itself. add taking out the batteries first, something like a 15 lb difference would make the bike in any configuration a heck of a lot easier to handle.
Great comprehensive video sir.... always love Canada as well....I live just across the border Tonawanda near buffalo. Appreciate the great vids keep up the great work!
Thanks! We look forward to exploring Alberta a bit more when the weather is warmer.
Thanks for posting how much does it cost how fast will go how far we go
Just curious why you don’t have your bike rack on your tow vehicle instead of the motorhome?
Great review… we bought a pair of 2.0s as we just plan on basic transportation and don’t plan on extended rides… at this time at least.
Our car doesn't have a receiver hitch and the door swings out sideways.
Thank you this is exactly the review I needed. I have the XP 2.0 that I use as a commuter in the city.
I had to turn the handlebars around so that I could sit straight up. It looks like I would have to reach to ride the premium. Can I handlebars be adjusted to eliminate any reach?
I don't think the reach is much different than the XP. They have the same adjustments. If it's a problem, there are several different aftermarket handle bars you can get that will work.
Keep a wooden 2 x 6 board 5 ft long in your trunk and use it as a ramp.
This is the only ebike from Lectric that has a 750w hub motor, I think! I weigh around 330 pounds and I believe I need a strong motor. But I don't think that I can lift the ebike...too heavy for me. Do you have any suggestions for me, please?
On a lot of the web sites it tells you not to just run on the one battery as you said you can. I would check to make sure though.
Running with both batteries will certainly give you more power when needed. Yes. It's possible to just use one but I've always used both.
Excellent, and practical review...Thank You!
I just purchased an XP 3.0 and really like it. For me the weight is quite manageable.
The bike's performance is very good, especially on steeper hills.
I take the box and lay it on its side against the car wheel so it will not slide. put the bike in and upright the box, that way you don"t have to lift the entire weight , of the bike. liked your video
Thanks for the tip 👍
Thanks for this video! I've been considering this bike for my wife since it came out and have been looking for a video that wasn't just testing a brand new model and included some real life experience. Adding both of your perspectives makes it especially helpful. Curious as to Melissa's height as I was concerned about the length of the frame. Also wondering if you have had to contact customer service, yet, and if so, what was your experience? Finally, do you or anyone else know if you can still fold them with any baskets attached?
Melissa is 5-5. I have used customer service a couple times to order parts. They've been responsive and nice but sometimes I got the wrong thing shipped. Yes this does fold but the XPremium is too big to fit in the bin. Hope that helps.
Do they make hard travel case for the bike?
Well, I liked most of the features but pretty stupid to remove the key ignition ... and no handle to carry the batteries. Need some tech that will lock the wheels & peddle when there is no key. Thus no need for worthless locks. I don't think I'll be getting this when I upgrade or need a new one.
How much does it weight with out the batteries?
I must have missed the battery ranges how many miles? I have a custom Trek 4500 26" hardtail with the Bafang BBSO1 750w & 48v-10 ah battery. The range is not as good only aprox:15-20 miles flat & hill riding should've gotten a larger battery 52v- 25ah. Probably the Lectric Xpremuim 3.0 range longer & cost maybe less.
1UP bike rack has available. A small ramp that makes loading a bike easy. Plus the 1UP is an awesome bike rack. The only bike rack you will ever need.
Yousa! These bike racks are ridiculously expensive. Half the the cost of the bike itself. It should load the bike for you at that cost.
@@g-whiz286 I found a bike rack that I would trust to carry my $4,000 EBIKE. I don"t want a cheap rack that may or may not, carry my ebikes.
@@frederickv.9300 If I had $4000 to spend on a single ebike, Then I could probably spend another 20% on a good rack. However, few can justify spending 50% or more than what they spend on an ebike. The one Tito recommends is currently $360 on Amazon. That seems a little more in line with the cost of the Lectrics.
battery fire?
is this possible with x3p
maybe a frontwheledrive hubmoter in the frontwheel
Which bike cove r did you use with the ever. The wife and I love our XP2.0s.
Here's the one we use (amzn.to/3y3vw72). It's big enough to completely cover both bikes (I use bungies to take up the slack). It get's pretty beat up on the road. So I just get a new one each year.
The difference being described isn't about mid-drive but the difference between a torque sensor and a cadence sensor.
Ah yes. I've seen a rear hub motor / torque sensor combo ebike but haven't had the chance to ride one yet. Thanks for the clarification.
My wife has the 3.0 and I am now looking for a bike. I am 6'4" and can fit on her bike but was wondering if the XPremium would be a better fit. I do see that the folded size says that it is 32 inch tall and my SUV clearance to store them is only 31 inches. It looks like I could remove the seat and make it fit. Did you find a storage bin that the XPremium would fit in?
That's a no on the bin. We've only hauled it on our bike rack (actually took it to Alaska and back). It is a slightly longer bike which would fit you a bit better than a 3.0. You might also consider an XPeak Step Over which is a slightly taller bike. Here's the link: rvwithtito.com/lectric-xpeak
I watched a video about loading the bikes onto the bike rack. They lifted the front on first and then the back. They never lifted the whole bike at once. I don't have that strength any more so must try alternatives. Will that help you? I don't have that rack yet but am investigating...... I want to install it on the front of my F150 when towing my RV.
It depends on the bike rack. Since we also tow our car, the bike rack is a little higher. I've tried several ways trying to find the most efficient way. Each has its challenges. Using a motorcycle ramp would be a good thing to try.
I like the mirror. Where can I buy one identical to yours?
There are lots like this on Amazon amzn.to/3JDwU65
The weight seems like a deal buster, my back is cadaver bones, stainless steel and titanium, soon to be expandable foam. The foam scares me.
bro good👍
This bike has a torque sensor, so the pedaling experience feels more natural than compared to XP 2.0/3.0. Aventon has torque sensors in their bikes.
Yes. We definitely like the torque sensor feel over the cadence sensor.
The bike I’m looking for is the electric 3.0
Nice information. However, could you tell me the weight capacity?
I believe it's around 330lbs
Where did you get your mirrors from? Do you have a link?
Those are from LECTRIC. They have a different pair now that go on the end of the bar.
SLIME is a must. I got my bike 🚴 out, road it to the store
and while I was there my tire went flat.
Had to go back in and buy some SLIME.
lol 😂
Yeah. I goop all my tires up now.
I'm looking for bike for a 6'6" male 350 lbs ?
What brand mirror did you use on the handlebars ?
Those are the older Lectric ones. The newer ones are a bit different. You can find similar ones on Amazon amzn.to/3H7R5b3
Not everyone needs big fat tires; 20x2.0 is sufficient for most people and would increase range/reduce weight.
Folding any of them is a pain. I leave my steering up till after I fold it. I can then steer the front to the back to fold it in half.
Yes. It's a bit of a pain.
My wife is a short person. How comfortable or manageable would this be for a 5' 0" female?
Hard to say with out riding it. I took a few measurements though. At it's lowest position, the top of the seat is around 32". So she'd have to slip off the seat to stand up. The arm length to the handle bars is around 20" slightly leaning forward. The XP Lite is the smallest of the LECTRIC bikes, but without all the bells and whistles.
When loading on or in a vehicle 1st remove both batteries and then load the bikes.
That definitely makes it lighter. I also carry a little ramp to drive it up to the rack, especially when the RV is jacked up higher.
Take the batteries out when you transport it
what size is the tub and can I buy it at home depot?
Yes. It's the largest one. Mine is a craftsman that I got at Lowes.
I am trying to order a bike but none of their emails work and I can't get through on the phone guess I will have to go to a different bike
You bet. Hope it helps.
We almost purchased 2 of them, glad we only got one! Either they are all Junk or we got a lemon 🍋😒 , so many things wrong with it out of the box and Lectric solution is break it in ! Well we put a few hundred white knuckle rides not knowing if the front brake would fail or the latch that keeps the frame locked would fail. Each time it's folded I have to adjust the derailer. I think Lectric was just trying to get us past the return period. It was a waste of 2K unless I feel like driving to Phoenix to bring it in to them and see if they say it's normal? They asked for photos and videos and always gave me a canned response. Treated me like a child with my first bike. I'm almost 60 and have been riding bikes since the 70s and owned cheap and. Very expensive bikes from a real stingray to a Specialized. A cheap Walmart bike is built better than what I got. I am really thinking all the YT hype was from creators getting a free $2000 bike in exchange for a good review. Hopefully this is not the case here? If not the company's support is bad very bad!
Sorry to hear about your bad experience with the XPremium. Hope you get it resolved. My transmission was a little off when I got it so I adjusted it. It's been great ever since.
return to them then if you can
most bike racks won't carry 2 75# bikes. What rack do you have?
We haven't carried two 75lb bikes. The second is normally smaller. Here's the rack we have mentioned in the video description. amzn.to/3ofowzM
The Hollywood racks are also popular.
Do both batteries get used at the same time?? Like whenever one runs out of power, does it drains power from the other one??
They get used at the same time and draw down together.
@@RVwithTito got it. Thanks
I like the ideas of these bikes & their functionality. However, i worry about theft. While using them to go to a hardware or grocery store or when vacationing & parking them to attend avenue, the bike wouldn't last 5 minutes where i live. So how big & heavy chain, or what mechanism would i use to ensure the bike would be there when i get back.
What bike racks do you use?
There's a link in the description to the one we have.