Add a FRONT SUSPENSION to LECTRIC XP LITE E-Bike | RV With Tito DIY

[@derekpiazza6967]

This is hands down the best DIY upgrade tutorial I’ve ever watched on KZbin A+ bro great job

[@RVwithTito]

Hey Thanks!! I appreciate that.

[@Kampan613]

I followed these same instruction on a Gotrax R1 from amazon. This bike is similar to Lectric xp lite. It worked well. After the modification the ebike become more fun. Now I prefer this over my Lectric XP 3.0. Even on mountain bile trails. Its light and nimble,

[@RVwithTito]

I'm glad it helped 👍. I really enjoy the upgrade as well. I makes the LITE much more versatile.

[@jamesscott1932]

Thanks! What a fun change of pace. I commuted to work for two years by ebike after buying an ebike.

[@RVwithTito]

I certainly would too. 👍

[@neilrankin9945]

Well done! I agree front suspension is fantastic for off road riding. My e-bike has seat suspension as well which is also great.

[@RVwithTito]

It has been a great improvement all around and has made this bike even more fun and nimble.

[@finallythere100]

Do you think that the front suspension can be put on the Xpedition Lectric 3.0 e cargo bike? Thank you

[@ronfortier6074]

Hey Tito, it was a pleasure meeting you in Quartsite and regarding that bottom piece to tap it in, the easiest way that I know is to heat it up and it will slide a lot easier. Thanks for another great video.

[@RVwithTito]

Hey Ron. Great meeting you too! Thanks for the tip. I'll definitely heat it up next time. Who knows. I may be upgrading my wife's XP LITE also.

[@jerryh4983]

That’s a nice mod to the e-bike. Thanks for the idea.

[@RVwithTito]

No problem. Give it a go.

[@johnw65]

Great upgrade! I have same stylr folder and adding seat post suspension completed the trail ride comfort!

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks. You should do it. I have the seat post suspension too.

[@johnw65]

@@RVwithTito Which one did you get? I really love the Suntour SR SP12 Suspension seat Post

[@pepe_rencurrell]

You did a fantastic job, Tito!!

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks!

[@rudypapaco6355]

Tito! Thanks so much for the video! It helped me with my install which was about 90 minutes. Thanks and safe riding!

[@RVwithTito]

That's great! Glad it was helpful.

[@BongToker]

That was awesome.... can't wait until I get mine. To upgrade the forks bmx handlebars etc...

[@RVwithTito]

Yeah. Some cool handlebar options too 👍

[@johnnylong2049]

Great and informative video for all folding e-bikes.

[@RVwithTito]

Glad it was helpful!

[@denispol79]

Thanks, you helped me a lot. Just finished transferring the fork from my old bike to new e-bike that came without absorber. The axis tube was too short, so I had to chop a top piece with the rose nut from a new one and weld it to the old. It rides so smooth now!

[@RVwithTito]

Nice! Glad this helped.

[@burn1gotbeats]

Nice install 😎👍

[@bobwallace4198]

Thay was the best youi tube I have seen thanks so much and your detail was very good BW

[@RVwithTito]

Wow, thank you! Hope it helps you out.

[@rickbrown24]

That sir was an awesome video! I want to get an XP lite but held off because of the lack of front suspension! But this may have changed my mind!

[@RVwithTito]

That was my only gripe about this bike too. This upgrade made all the difference and probably only added 3-4 pounds. 👍

[@rickbrown24]

@@RVwithTito thank you! Amazing content on your channel!

[@RVwithTito]

@@rickbrown24 Thanks! I appreciate that.

[@brucecggallagher1949]

I just watched this for the second time.....I appreciate your work....I feel confident, with your excellent explanation regarding the installation of the forks, that I could do this myself. Cheers from British Columbia. PS I looked at the links for the forks, which of the Bucklos did you specifically purchase?....If you put in a Canadian affiliate linkk, you will benefit)

[@RVwithTito]

Glad it helped. I did have a 🇨🇦 Amazon link in the past. Nobody used it. Sorry.

[@mrarmtrundle]

This has helped me so much! Where do you live? It sounds like the tundra in the background. I'd like an isolated soundbite of just that.

[@GoingNoWhereFast]

I'm sure you'll 100 comments, but you really should have put the grease on the ball bearings! But nice upgrade!

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks for the suggestion. 👍

[@karlschwab6437]

Well done!

[@RVwithTito]

thanks!

[@RamblinRoadies]

Nice job Tito. Now I need to find a fork that will work with my Lectric 1.0.

[@RVwithTito]

I think this is the one: amzn.to/3YsCOfh

[@RamblinRoadies]

@@RVwithTito thanks Tito. I'll take a look at this one. A little pricier than yours, but still not bad.

[@richdome1]

Did this to Lite and xp 1 also changed bars to BMX! Major upgrade,enjoy!

[@Oneday0846]

I burst out laughing when you used the side of the hammer lol

[@pradeepsenanayake1202]

I am really enjoying your videos.

[@RVwithTito]

Glad you like them!

[@larryv4249]

Brian, is there anything you won't tinker with? I am amazed at your expertise with tools.....especially that poundy thing even though it broke the woody thing.😁😁

[@davidpatrick1813]

too much fun ... even for me to try to keep up with the Jones ... nice upgrade

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks 👍

[@skywagon185guy]

Brian, again a smoothly detailed video. Question: Did you find the 2 inch suspension travel sufficient..?

[@RVwithTito]

Yes. It is. I love riding it even more now.

[@ralphpearson5420]

A tight fitting pipe that would go over the main tube. And land center of the bushing you are trying to seat. Then tap on the end until bushing is set.

[@NateMiller-c7n]

I just got this same bike after watching a few of your and others videos. Im thinking maybe this upgrade is worth doing.

[@RVwithTito]

No regrets here 👍

[@bluewolf4915]

Awesome video. I just got a Lectric trike and I want to do this. You think the size is the same?

[@RVwithTito]

It's probably worth a try, but there are some differences. The tube looks the same at 27mm. So the fork will fit. The Start Nut bolt and thread size looks larger on the Trike. So you may need to find a start nut with larger threads or use a smaller bolt. Finally, it looks like the front fender of the Trike won't fit once you put this fork on. I'm not positive about that, but you may need to modify it somehow. Hope that helps.

[@davidrollins8474]

Awesome upgrade. I can see why the XP Lite is you "go to" bike for travelling after your suspension upgrade. I too might opt for Lite over 3.0 as the 42 pounds is a big plus since most of my riding will require vehicle or RV transport to another location. I guess the only other big upgrade for the Lite would be the hydraulic brakes found on the 3.0. Do you find the brakes on the Lite suitable compared to 3.0 hydraulic?

[@RVwithTito]

The hydraulic brakes are a really nice upgrade for sure, but I've never considered them a requirement. I have yet to actually need to stop on a dime. 😃

[@davidrollins8474]

Thank for the feedback on brakes. Seems that the rotor style brakes are fine even without hydraulic. By the way, just ordered the Lite with affiliate link. I’ll try as is out of the box and later see if my riding locations require your suspension upgrade. Your video makes it look doable for a DIY change. Excited to be riding soon and not struggling to get it in the car, truck, or RV. All videos I see for Lite show how fun the bike is so anticipating the same for me too.

[@RVwithTito]

​@@davidrollins8474Great. I think you'll appreciate how easy it is to ride without the gears. You just control everything through pedal assist. You'll want to make sure there is some slime or Flat-out in the tires. Let me know what you think when you get it 👍

[@johncp40]

Waiting for my new Lectric trike and was wondering if this would work on it? Thank you.

[@RVwithTito]

Yes! Just measured both Lite & Trike. The dimensions are the same and the process should be identical.

[@FahimAzizBackpacker]

hey hey, well done! how has the suspension holding up? I'm planning on taking it out on alkaline desert and wondering if they will work well.

[@RVwithTito]

Still working well.

[@FahimAzizBackpacker]

@@RVwithTito does it require much maintenance?

[@RVwithTito]

@@FahimAzizBackpacker The suspension? No. Just rinse it off if it gets dirty. This bike is low maintenance anyway. I just keep the chain clean and oiled.

[@functionalvanconversion4284]

Any idea of weight addition as well as geometric/dimensional changes?

[@timf6916]

Good job.

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks!

[@justmattb]

So... with the upgraded fork, it basically brings it up to the cost of the 2.0 and not too far from the 3.0. So the real advantage is still the weight (and I have to admit, the color choices). Now that you've tried all Lectric models and upgraded the XP lite with the suspension fork, what are your thoughts on it overall in comparison to the others? I'm trying to figure out what would work best, knowing that weight and size are both considerations when traveling via RV. I'm also 6'2" and 235 lbs... so there's that. ;-)

[@RVwithTito]

The dimensions on the LITE are smaller. So you may be more comfortable with the 3.0 or premium. I'm 5-9 and 170lbs. For travel it's hard to beat the XP LITE for compactness and function. I traveled with the LITE this year in Mexico. For longer rides above 10 miles or so, the 3.0 or XPremium will be more comfortable. My wife prefers the XP 3.0 for traveling but she'd really like to bring the XPremium which I don't think travels well (as the person who has to do all the heavy lifting). So right now, my goto bike for RVing is the modified XP LITE. It's pretty fun and simple (no transmission). Hope that helps.

[@paulvancamp1436]

you can use a pip section to seat the bearing race.

[@mshamp789]

I enjoy all your videos! Now that you've spent time with the lite, XP 3.0 and premium, which one do you like the best, or which one do you spend the most time on?

[@RVwithTito]

Good question. We enjoy the riding the XPremium the most, but not for travel (kind of big). After the suspension mod I'm enjoying traveling with the XP LITE (plus comfort seat). Melissa is riding the 3.0 standard. There are some soft spots (sand) where we are and the 3.0 does better than the XP LITE for her.

[@finallythere100]

Do you think the same suspension fork can be applied to the Lectric 3.0 e cargo xpedition? I would like that bike but concerned about impact on spine. Thinking the suspension seat and a front suspension might make it acceptable. Thank you, and I enjoyed your video.

[@huttone]

Beauty!!!!!! surely you ridden more than 30 miles.. Is there a master odometer that cant be reset?

[@westmounttransportation4165]

Will this work for the Xpedition cargo you think?

[@RVwithTito]

Hard to tell for sure. The XPedition has larger tires.

[@Biffwellington4518]

Tito is neato! 😉

[@gregyohngy]

Can you add fenders? For me, I bought the 2.0 ST, since it had fenders.

[@RVwithTito]

Yes. I'm sure there are aftermarket fenders that will work nicely.

[@kaysmile1866]

Can you add fenders ?

[@RVwithTito]

I didn't but I'm sure you could find some.

[@stewartmhyre1528]

Great mod again.

[@RVwithTito]

Thanks!

[@ggebhard1]

I’d love to go to Quartsite, but I don’t know a lot about it. Did you make some videos while there?

[@RVwithTito]

Just this one.

[@robertwilbanks5263]

Heat that bottom piece (it is bearing inner race) slightly and it should drop on.

[@RVwithTito]

Ah yes. Heat. I should have thought of that. Thanks!!

[@JackJan-j7e]

Thanks!

[@RVwithTito]

And thank you! You're very welcome.🙏

[@JackJan-j7e]

Would you know how much weight was added due to new front suspension?

[@RVwithTito]

Not really sure. Once you subtract the weight of the original fork I'd guess maybe 3 to 5 pounds.

[@ebikemaine]

The top bearing looks like its upside down at 15:40? Bearings should be down I thought.

[@RVwithTito]

Oops. Good eye. I think you're right. I wonder if it makes a difference though since it's rotating against the plate above it. I haven't noticed any issues riding it, but I should probably flip it over :P

[@joyofanimation]

What stand did you use that is pictured in THIS video? I did not see it in any links to the store. Thank you.

[@RVwithTito]

It's in the store. Here's a link: amzn.to/3KvaX9N

[@TimDoland]

Now that I watched the video and... searched all the comments, I still have a question: will that fork accept a fatter tire and will the rear also? I know the rims will be marginal for a 4" but, will the frame and fork be wide enough? BTW... I am a full time RV'er in Florida. Thank you, Tim.

[@RVwithTito]

I'm thinking no, but I'm not sure what the max width would be. It would also affect the brakes.

[@TimDoland]

My mistake… I meant 3”, not 4”.

[@RVwithTito]

@@TimDolandIt doesn't look like that will work either. I just measured the 3" span on a Lectric XP 3 and it's about an inch wider.

[@martinb554]

Can you change the rear sprocket to make it easier to climb hills?

[@RVwithTito]

I'm sure there's a lot you can do, but it climbs hills just fine.

[@kchiker]

How does it handle with the suspension fork? Any difference in the feel from the original fork? I nomad out of my SUV and decided to cancel the XP 3.0 and order the Lite. Smaller and easier to travel with.

[@RVwithTito]

Handles great with front suspension. I prefer traveling with my modified XP LITE and my wife brings the 3.0. The LITE is definitely the right choice for your SUV.

[@kchiker]

@@RVwithTito - Do you have any issue with the fact that the Lite is a single speed?

[@RVwithTito]

@@kchiker I thought I would before riding it. But...No. Not at all. It's so simple actually. All you have to do is increase the pedal assist to go faster. There's no gears to adjust or maintain.

[@ahmedalthlathini7498]

I bought the same fork to do the project on my lectric lite..the bike shop is like woow the brakes are not gonna fit and making it seem like it aint gonna work…im gonna do it myself these nerds don’t wanna work

[@RVwithTito]

I've heard lots of folks share similar experiences with bike shops giving pushback to normal people when asked to work on ebikes and gear purchased online. It's their competition. It has been an awesome mod that I plan to repeat on my wife's XP LITE. You got this! 👍

[@ahmedalthlathini7498]

@@RVwithTito thank you. Did you need to buy new front brakes for the fork ?

[@RVwithTito]

@@ahmedalthlathini7498 Nope. Used the same brakes.

[@ahmedalthlathini7498]

@@RVwithTito thank you sir 👍

[@lowxrain]

I want to do this to my xp lite but I have to carry mine up a flight of stairs. Is the added weight noticeable?

[@RVwithTito]

A little. I'd say it adds about 3 to 4 lbs or so.

[@AbramPasilaban]

Does a ZTZ 20 inch bike suspension work with a lectric xp lite, it’s a little cheaper than the one in the video?

[@RVwithTito]

If it's threadless and the diameter of the shaft tube matches then it will probably work.

[@donwilson350]

What did you do about your headlight

[@RVwithTito]

It's moved up and mounted to one of the front basket mounting holes. You can see it in the video thumbnail.

[@BongToker]

What size are the original handlebars are they 22.2mm? 🤔 I know the fork neck size it 28.6mm

[@BongToker]

Could really use some help here

[@RVwithTito]

Sorry. Don't know the exact measurements and don't have the bike available right now. Try reaching out to Lectric support. The should be able.to confirm it for you.

[@TheSeoforhire]

Great to see you by the lectric big tent location, i was the guy that passed by and said... I F#CKINg love your channel 🤣😇😎 I'm inspired to do a channel on the hacking I'm gonna do on my recently acquired xp1

[@RVwithTito]

Oh hey! You're THAT guy :) I think this fork fits the XP 1 amzn.to/3YsCOfh

[@TheSeoforhire]

@@RVwithTito yea I'm that guy 🤣 I'm looking for a real suspension used on mtb bikes for my xp1, 4 inch tires are huge!

[@Thesaltymedic36]

Park tool company has the correct tools to make it easier but it can get pricy for a one time job. Maybe go to your local bike store ( not Walmart 🤦🏼) a real bike store 😂 and they can do whatever you need for a fee. Nice job though, you got it done 👍🏼

[@RVwithTito]

True. Some of the tools are a bit spendy for one or two uses. I enjoy learning and experimenting when possible instead of taking it to a bike shop though.

[@joyofanimation]

What kind of bike stand did you use?

[@RVwithTito]

Check the video description. There should be a link to my ebike gear.

[@joyofanimation]

@@RVwithTito not that I could find….do you have a direct link?

[@RVwithTito]

@@joyofanimation Mine is very similar to this one: amzn.to/44AD5zW I just mount it to the wall. In the video I stuck it in my bench vise.

[@joyofanimation]

@@RVwithTitoNo…the one in this video at 12:28 that I am talking about looks like a ?jack stand? under the bottom of the bike……..but thanks for the video, I hope to do my front forks soon.

[@RVwithTito]

@@joyofanimation Oh that. Yes. That is a jack stand 😃

[@NathanMiller-v4r]

I dont see the link to the fork

[@RVwithTito]

There's a link to my Amazon Ebike shopping list. They are listed there.

[@TheTexasDuke]

I did it was easy saw thru metal that’s about it

[@RVwithTito]

Yes. No big deal right?

[@ThePlanet_L.I.]

But Y didn't u change to a BMX handle bar at the same time

[@ziblot1235]

Nice hammer.

[@JesseDehart-vy9ve]

They should put a stronger motor on the bike

[@arthurcutting9227]

Interesting what the difference in fork tube and axle offset degrees makes in the safe handling of the bike? For your young age this seems like a huge mismatch on what you should be riding, not much better than a mobility scooter. I would think both of you would have way more fun on something like an Orbea Rise M20 , Trek eXE Fuel, or Specialized Turbo Levo.

[@RVwithTito]

Oh we're having fun :)

[@arthurcutting9227]

@@RVwithTito I can tell. You're already modifying the Lectric, I still own the three hundred dollar mountain bike that has 2k in upgrades so I know where this leads. There are lots of places that will rent you a real mountain bike either powered or not. Or even include a tour. Stay in Bend Oregon and ride with Cog Wild tours. Definitely bucket worthy.

[@crgirl3388]

I love it when people watch a video about an $800-$1,000 product then say we'll you'd have more fun on ____ which is 2-3xs more expensive. 🥴

[@arthurcutting9227]

@@crgirl3388 riding a real E mountain bike on trails not open to that class 3 Ebike is more fun.

[@rolandledesma-de7qd]

@@arthurcutting9227you’re doing real mountain biking, we’re doing trail riding, just for shits and giggles. Nothing technical or challenging. Don’t need to rent a real mountain bike for pavement and trails.

[@techtraveler1365]

That’s suck! Amazon you bought it, it’s not available anymore.

[@RVwithTito]

My Amazon app says there are 10 available. amzn.to/40ZMOhJ

[@davidbrigham8319]

Why didn't you leave the decals on the forks it would look better it looks stale now.😂😂