This bike changed my optimism for the future - Fiido C21
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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- This bike genuinely surprised me. I wasn't expecting much, but I have been really enjoying this bike.
It was provided to us by Fiido.com . They saw our last eBike video and reached out saying, 'we have something you will like'. I have really enjoyed commuting and getting chores done in town with this bike.
The bike in the video is called the C21. Right now they have a sale on for Green Day.
fiido.com/fiid... and you can get a further discount by using the code MCW5 between 6th July 2023 and 13th July 2023
The bike was supplied to us to keep, but we have not accepted any payment, we reviewed this strictly on the understanding that the free bike would be no guarantee of a positive review.
This bike has genuinely changed my opinion on how we will be integrating eBike into our lives more and more. Prices are coming down, weight is coming down, speeds are increasing, and councils and governments are hopefully going to have to start providing proper infrastructure too.
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If it gets people out of cars, great. If it gets people out in the air for a bit of exercise, great. The more people on bikes the better 👍
I think that’s where I’m at. I’ve honestly really got into this for just getting places fast.
And when more people on the bike, the road will be more bike friendly!
@@jianhuichua1154if only the Lycra idiots could become friendly too
19kg is still far too heavy for an everyday ebike.
15kg is about the limit for practicalities like carrying up steps, lifting over gates or badly designed infrastructure, etc.
Plenty ebikes now getting close to the 15kg, and many actually less than that although they tend to be more expensive.
Governments need to be building cycling infrasture regardless of e-bikes or regular push bikes. Cycling is getting way more dangerous in my view because of the idiots out there on the roads- on there phones. Ive cycled to work for 11 years. But ive had more close calls in the last 2 than in all the other years combined. Then 6 months ago I was hit by a car at 60 mph cycling to work. I broke my neck, my shoulder, my rotator cuff and degloved my right calf. The guy was an absolute idiot and hopefully getting prosecuted. Im on my road to recovery. But I see it the duty of Governments to protect all cyclists whether e-bikes or conventional bikes by building better infrastructure for both
How are you doing now? Has the guy been punished?
Hi, great informative video. Curious to hear how the bike goes without switching on the motor (1)? Does it feel like a normal bike or is there some resistence?
It’s a heavy bike with hard gears without the motor.
The trek Domane+ LT, with the fazua motor did it for me. Got relatively in to shape. Now purchased a Wilier without assistence and going to do the Sella Ronda in september.
Good luck, hope you enjoy it 👍
Good effort, realizing you got the stamina to get off the electric 🎉
Stealth paint and tan sidewall are all the rage, and the components also look solid for the price. Sadly though, this bike doesn't have enough juice to even properly get out of the office parking lot here in 'murica 😥
Great for being invisible too.
There is a fair bit of criticism toward ebikes, but it's mostly because they are taken out of context. This little bike has a use case and you defined it perfectly thanks. BTW ,I am realistic to know there is an ebike somewhere in my own future. Just not quite yet...
That was my thoughts. Since having this, I have hardly touched the car. Grocery shopping, meetings, banking, hair cuts etc. It’s been really good fun just getting places faster.
The Fiido C21 really brings me a lot of riding pleasure and is an exceptionally good e-bike!
Any problems?
I wonder if it would be better with a smaller chainring. A 40 or 42t.
Another helpful video, an option for an additional battery to extend the range for longer days, something that slots into a bottle cage or similar would be good but nice that it looks more like a real bicycle.
Good day, I received my Fiido C21 Pro today, unboxing and assembly was completed with the help of the Fiido video. the fenders were a little trickly and fiddly.
Just 2 questions.
1. can you tell me if there is a way to check my C21 frame is medium or large, it feels large as I can only just stand up straddling the crossbar, the order stated clearly M.
2. When using the cycle for the first time I was expecting to see assist levels 0,1,2,3,4,5. But see eco, normal, sport, turbo, turbo+ and rocket modes, has this replaced the assist modes that I saw when looking at various videos on youtube including yours which was one reason why I chose this e-bike.
Yes - I bought an M size frame, but it feels far too big.
@@Tinker1950 The size should be written on the box, and probably on the bike too.
@@andretonno3992 It was and as I said, it's a medium and feels too big. Even with the saddle as far forward as possible there's too much pressure on my hands and I cannot let go and sit upright.
@@Tinker1950 How tall are you?
@@andretonno3992 5' 7" or 170cm
It would great if the cycle lanes were rideable
This review is about the c21 not cycle lanes.
Hi, can you tell me how tall you are? I'm trying to figure which size frame to order. I'm about 179 cm tall.
6’
@@Mapdec You're even taller than me. Did you feel the medium frame fit you, or do you believe the large would have been better?
Great review. Do you know if the main battery has to go flat before you can take a charge from the range extender? Would be great if u could select that the range extender gets used first, so I can charge it when I get to work. Also is the screen easily removable (knicked)?
Hey. I didn’t have the range extender. The screen i has was screwed on.
1. July 2024 - I paid £999 for mine.
2. Maybe I have a soggy bum at 73, but the saddle isn't comfortable.
3. I pull a Burley trailer with two dogs - the range then drops to only 20km so I'm thinking of getting their 'extender battery' which looks like a bit of a bodge job.
4. There is no way to lock the battery off as a security measure. Anyone can simply turn it on, so I have a large D lock.
Ebikes have certainly changed many lives, but I'm not sure whether that is good or not. All I see is folks using them as Mopeds and not pedaling at all, and that includes younger folks as well. I'm sure some are convinced that are great for recovery, and perhaps they are. But, I do not see them helping the bike industry at all, sure shops have done well with them from a financial standpoint... but it seems to me that it is simply a fsd. I certainly would like to see the Bike Industry get behind something that would encourage lots of folks to get outside and pedal, and especially our younger generations. Hopefully someone will come with a great idea and that all of us can get behind and folks would be excited to use.
That aside it just helps stop the endless pursuit of car ownership clogging up the world. This little bike is usually faster than the car. And defo faster when you factor parking time.
You're right about that, and it is helpful for transportation. However, in rural parts of the world that isn't as much of an issue .
Only in America.
In all of Europe 'moped' mode is illegal - only pedal assist is allowed. It's one of the reasons why we're slimmer and fitter over here.
And of course: the light E-Bike - again, comes without a stable rack, Why would I even go for a motor and then sweat with a backpack? Does not make any sense - at least for me.
As of today, its on sale for $999 (US). Seems like a steal at that price point, also love the "roc ket mode" gets it up to 20 mph.
Digging the content, still! The volume of the outtro music could be levelled in to the speech before, jumping out of my seat every time.
This seems to be a trend recently on more channels - not keeping the audio levels within (its own, at least) range.
Might jump on to the trend then, and blast some membranes as well 😂
Sorry. That was my fault. I’ll get the hang of it one day.
@@Mapdec No worries, mate, doing well!
And audio is mostly an overlooked art, unless it jumps you ;-)
I only point it out because you seem to have such a will to learn, an open mind, so to speak.
I’m really enjoying it. So much to try and get right. It’s mad that premier pro doesn’t have some kind of sound level error checker.
At least you don't shout
Hello Hambini fans !!
Have to be ready with mute for that!
Nice looking bike. Any idea what would be the largest tire size that would fit?
E-bikes are making people lazyier and fatter
Less so than cars do would be my counter argument to that.
@@Mapdec It's from my experience, I know many people from my neighborhood , which are commuting by car and they are riding e-bikes in the
free time, they are fat and Lazy 😔
It's a 250w motor for EU. You still have to put pressure on the pedals especially on hills to keep the thing moving.
We need to reduce our car usage and if these can be part of the solution, then please bring it on.
Unfortunately the critics and haters are on this already
that is a really nice looking bike. not gonna lie. i checked this out earlier and saw the step through version and that one looks even better. the only downside is that they only come in dark grey and green. would definitely love a white or navy blue version. 🤔
Got this today simply great bike highly recommend 👌
I’m glad you can only go 20. I’m already tired of people who barely know how to ride, going out and buying 28 mph models both with and without pedal requirements, then showing up on the bike path and riding (no helmets) with much slower ppl and having no clue of proper riding manners. I also don’t support e-bikes riding with all natural riders on fast group rides. Go start your own e-bike only group ride. I’ll have one eventually but I’ll be riding it with other fast riders on 28mph pedal assist road models, everyone on equal ground.
Mine goes 35, maybe 40 on a slight downhill🤣
Great video Paul, I agree that there needs to be more designs like this on the UK market rather than just the heavy models that dominante the choice currently. My dream is a rigid fork, flat bar, 500w battery with built in rack, mudguards and lights. Perfect for hilly Lake District commuting. I've clocked up 15,000 Kms on my cube Katmandu in three years and love it, mostly commuting, but it's just too heavy and big to manhandle in and out of the shed!
Thank you. Seems designs are evolving fast
Check out the Whyte Clifton, good bike & lighter than your cube but a touch less powerful. There's no escaping the weight issue imo, if you want good range & good climbing ability you must have a mid drive motor & a big battery. I've tried lighter hub motor bikes & they cannot cope with my hilly commute. Bosch performance line motor & 500 watt battery is minimum spec I need.
Hi John.
I'm probably about to buy a Kathmandu myself, have you had any problems with yours?
Cheers 👍
@@tonypaddler no real problems but parts wear out faster than a non electric bike, we're onto our third headset for example... Check the size as it is a big bike to handle and get in and out the house or shed for example. The motor has been fine and has now done 17,500 Kms!
@@johnpoyntzfoxsmale
Thanks very much for your reply.
I expect chains and cassettes to wear out faster but I never gave a thought to headsets!
I'm pleased to hear that your motor has done that distance without any issues, that would be the only part of the bike that I couldn't fix at home.
I'll be fine handling the bike in and out of the house, but thanks for the heads up.
I have been told that the frames are sized bigger than other Cube bikes, so my usual XL size might need only be a large.
I'll find a shop asap and try one for size.
Thanks again for your info and advice, cheers 🙂👍
Excelent presentation ..one question though ..how long does it take to get it delivered once orderd from England?
Usually about 2 weeks
what size of bike is this is it the L or M
This is a M
Nice Bike and a nice video, greetings from Germany. What is the range in everyday life with that Fiido?
About 10 miles on max.
The delayed Kickstarter and subsequent safety recall of the Fiido X was not a fun experience.
what about when battery is broken??
Dispose of it at the local recycling centre.
Great video. What size would you recommend for someone 5’10”?
I think they only make one size
Why are you calling mudguards fenders?
🤷♂️
@@Mapdec weird.
What about the battery, can you replace it. I’m still not a lover electric car or bikes.
Yeah. It just drops out the bottom. Very clever.
If the shifter cable is sensitive with those few gears I’d bet the mech hanger is misaligned, new bike or not. Worth checking.
It’s the barrel adjuster. I would it all in and put an inline adjuster in near the shifter. Good shout though
How to remove the battery from that bike in case of faillure in the battery?
Slides from under the bb
Can you get the battery recelled or will it damage the BMS. How much is a new battery?
Batteries on their website. The are sealed into an alu case with screws so recell looks possible.
Interesting bike, nice review and great charity❤
(Btw, little typo - optimism)
Thanks for that!
What about chain wear!? Must be a factor. Would a belt drive be better?
Yeah. Maybe.
what size pls? L? M?
L
What would be the best road ebike that does a minimum of 300 watts so i can motorpace my friends?
Oh. 300w motor would be tough in a road bike package. I wouldn’t have an answer off the top of my head. Sorry
@@Mapdec I would say a BMC Roadmachine AMP or anything with a Mahle X20 hub drive but that is 250w. I own the Roadmachine AMP and it is very good for long, hilly rides. my longest ride with it so far is 165 km with 2500m height gain and I still had 65% of main battery left (also used range extender battery). It is only really assisting on hills though so like any 25 km/h Ebike, motor pacing roadie friends is probably off the agenda. You'll need a 45km/h one for that!
Can these batteries be replaced?
Unlikely
Fit Gaadi inner tube to the back wheel, saves you taking the wheel off.
I think that’s what I’ll do instead of tyres. Might do a vid. It’s cool tech
Gaadi inner tubes are one long inner tube sealed at both ends. It means when fixing a puncture you don't need to remove the wheel
I'm really confused about these e-bikes with little to no gearing. It seems like going up hills is very hard, which makes me wonder what the point is.
If it has a motor, it's not a bicycle.
If it has more than one gear...
Bi cycle. Still has 2 wheels, still cycles
I hate E-Bikes. It makes lovely places ugly, because masses of lazy people can reach these places now. Lazy people behave worse than others. E.G., riding side by side not caring when there is oncoming traffic, no, they won´t move.They are as bad as SUV drivers.
A group of fat men on overpriced carbon framed aero bikes can make lovely places ugly. You’re missing the point of this bike. It’s to get lazy people out of their SUV and commute to their place of work which will probably not be lovely place, without arriving there out of breath and sweating. Then when they get fitter they can buy an overpriced carbon frame and make lovely places ugly like the rest of the weekend warrior brigade.
Well that's one way of looking at it. I ride a road bike and an ebike, which I built for commuting. I can do 40 miles comfortably on the "good bike" or I can do 70 on the ebike and take in some big hills on the way. Either way by the time you get home, you know you've had the exercise. Having conquered a few hills on the ebike, I'm now trying to achieve the same goals on the road bike. People who say its not cycling need to try one - Until you do, then it's just pontification.
Wow, where to start with this one...?!?! 😂
my brother in christ. Wait till you hear about 'cars'
Not a bicycle.