Beginners guide to e bikes - Cyrusher Trax

In this video entitled, Beginners Guide to e-bikes, I explain all you need to know about owning an e-bike in the UK. Featuring Cyrusher Trax.
Did you know, for instance, YOU DO NOT need a licence to ride one. No tax or insurance either! You don't even need to register it. The laws for owning an e-bike in the UK are excellent. As a UK drone pilot, I know just how new technology is usually met with a ridiculous amount of red tape. But thankfully, e-bikes are met with open arms!
A little over two months ago I took receipt of my first-ever electric bike. It was the incredible Trax model manufactured by Cyrusher.
More about Cyrusher e-bikes:
🟨 Website: www.cyrusher.co.uk/
🟨 Cyrusher Trax featured: tinyurl.com/3tn8pkh3
I took receipt of the bike in really strange circumstances. The company offered me the Trax model to use and have fun with. Because I don't create review videos on my channel, I refused their kind offer. Plus, I hate bikes! The crazy thing is, after informing the company of the aforementioned they were delighted. In their words, "If we can convince you to enjoy our product, we're doing something very right!"
Flash forward two months and I'm a changed person. Not only do I enjoy cycling again but I get grouchy if I don't ride the bike at least four times a week. On top of that, I've lost over a stone in weight and I feel so much better for it!
The Cyrusher Trax is an incredible all-terrain e-bike. I have included the specs in the video. tinyurl.com/3tn8pkh3
I hope you enjoy the video.
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[@WiltshireMan]

Welldone Gary, I have a Cyrusher Ranger and the amount of fun I've got from it is immense, it will actually give you quite a workout and at the time you won't feel like your getting a workout because it's so much fun but they definitely do benefit the old leg muscles and the cardio too. Cyrusher bikes all seem quite high quality too, the Bafang motor is long lived and rugged. All you need to do is put an camera and tripod in a backpack and go out to places that no other form of transport apart from on foot will take you and get more amazing photo's:) Sandy

[@GaryGough]

Yep, that’s the plan. Backpack and tripod and then m off. Thanks for the kind words 👍👍

[@Certago]

Got a ranger too and absolutely love it, 1300 miles done on it and no sign of slowing down.

[@artofwilliamb]

What a great review! Ive had an e+bike for a month now and its the most fun ive had in awhile! I just pack my pen-f m43 camera and tripod on back of bike and explore. Ive got diabetes so im on pedal assist 1 and get my exercise in.

[@stevellewellyn7192]

Thanks for the great, and very relevant to me, review Gary. Never had an ebike but have been looking into them recently. This Trax by Cyrusher stands out to me and your words have confirmed my thoughts so far... nice one. It's on my shopping list!

[@GaryGough]

You won’t be disappointed 👍👍

[@Eana-of-Sussex]

Did you get one? Is it as good as expected?

[@philbraithwaite1316]

I bought myself an ordinary e-bike nearly 2 years ago to get out and about with the camera and without the car (it avoids a certain amount of parking stress and charges) and to go to and from work (30km round trip). It's something I wouldn't be without.

[@GaryGough]

That is definitely the best way to use an e-bike. Think of the fuel money it’s saved you! Let alone the bounds of weight you’ve avoided 😂😂

[@tykeflo8362]

Been riding mountain bikes for years, and while away last week in Spain, rode an ebike for the first time. What an amazing tool. Unfortunately, the local drug dealers tend to ride the off road versions at 40+ around the local streets in the UK.. Great tool, in the right hands, and used respectfully.

[@GaryGough]

I think that philosophy can be applied to anything you buy and use these days. Great bit of kit though.

[@DriverJ-N]

this bike looks soo good i think its my favorite looking pedal ebike the gray is perfect

[@antonoat]

Great review Gary. I actually think this could be a super useful photography accessory! How many times when out in the car do we see fantastic views to photograph but unfortunately nowhere to stop or park the car, maybe this is an answer, surely in most situations there would be somewhere to park the car not too far away, if we have one of these bikes with us, simply park where possible and then cycle to the exact location we want to photograph. So will we be seeing you with this bike up a mountain at the mach loop, lol. Great review Gary, you are a very honest, decent chap we can all vouch for that! Cheers mate.

[@marchbourne]

Before I took up Photography I was a keen mountain bike rider, then 5 years ago for my 50th my kids got me a Sony h400 bridge camera, i fell in love with photography so only natural I combined the 2, but then about 2 years ago my knees started playing up and I ended up pushing the bike more than riding it, my photography has suffered because of it and an e-bike could definitely be the solution for me, great video Gary, can definitely see your enjoyment.😁

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Mark 👍👍

[@craigwilson1604]

Any bike that gets you outdoors and cycling is a good thing for anyone’s health, ive cycled all my life and I’m 52 now but when my knees give up I will get a e bike 😊

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Craig 👍👍

[@prologic2457]

Une vraie pépite ce Trax ❤

[@steveg4iwr]

I've had one 5 years now and it's fantastic 😁😁😊

[@GaryGough]

That’s a great advert for e-bikes right there. Cheers 👍👍

[@joshcarrick]

Does exactly what it says on the tin.... And that's Gary by the way true gent and genuine followed for a long time and met at one of his NISI meeting👍 great review and honest, many thanks ❤

[@GaryGough]

Kind of you to say, cheers 👍👍

[@williamhay5529]

Great review Gary 10/10, Cyrusher must be buzzing with thus review. Youve made my mind up and on this review im getting a cyrusherTrax.

[@RM831BC4E4]

Loved it GG, the grin on your face said it all throughout. :-) x

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Richie 👍👍

[@jaynepainter9743]

I have an e-bike and it’s been a game changer!

[@GaryGough]

Cool. Cheers Jayne 👍👍

[@oscararrieta326]

I love your energy, keep it up.

[@GaryGough]

Thank you! 👍👍

[@rodhollister6248]

Really been enjoying your photography videos full of help and a huge knowledge regarding all things photography But some of the facts in this video are not (to my knowledge) correct, regarding using a deregulated e-bike this can only be done on private property and not on public bridle ways.

[@Ianf1x]

I cycle twice a week and at 62 my knees can give me jip going up long hills . So I have been considering a e bike for a while. I do take my camera gear with me and because my mountain bike is 10 years old the idear it may be stolen is not on my mind.But e bike is a lot of money to lose. But I keep thinking I really want one. Good vid and in six months you will be 10 years younger 😊

[@GaryGough]

I’m hoping so. You’ll have to borrow one and give it a go 👍👍 I’m sure you’ll be happy impressed.

[@paulburwood8231]

Wow Gary; was somewhat gobsmacked when I saw the thumbnail for this week vlog, but really enjoyed it and glad to see how you're enjoying it so much.

[@GaryGough]

It will come in usefull for a few future photography trips I'm sure. Cheers Paul 👍👍

[@ane103]

Congratulations!

[@GaryGough]

Thank you!

[@Heiko_Wilhelm]

Hello i´m from Germany and your Video excited me! Very cool and your Summary is wonderful to watch and hear. My english is not the best, but i hope you understanding me. Thanks for this video and have a lot fun with the Cyrusher Trax! I drive the same bike...A good time to you, greetings from germany Heiko

[@nightjedi1026]

Fantastic review Gary and great views of the M62 😊

[@GaryGough]

Thanks 👍

[@NOWitsOKto]

Gary, one has to love it when in the first one minute the phrase, “I hate everything about these damn things”. (Almost fell out of chair as I was laughing so hard and thought this is going to be a fun time.) A real trooper, standing in the rain and going on with your thoughts. 👍 You seem to be somewhat in my age group talking about the 70s, and also a “bigger” fellow. I've owned the Lectric XP (original one back in 2019), Aventon Adventure 2, sold both of those, regret selling the Adventure 2 as I want of “fat tire” bike. I want a “fat tire” to go along with my 2.3 inch tire Specialized Como 5.0 IGH as when I ride the unpaved trails “fat tire” bikes are so more unforgiving. I subscribed to your channel because as a non-professional, who dabbles in photography, I'm sure from time to time you'll have something to offer in that area. Thanks, Gary, for the entertaining and inspiring video.

[@hamshanksproductions7161]

I'm very interested Gary. I used to be superfit and mountain bike up vertical slopes etc 😊 But I'd love that bike simply to access hills with assistance but getting fit as well.

[@GaryGough]

That's what I'm enjoying about the bike too 👍👍

[@markattardo]

Ebikes can open up a world of possibilities.

[@GaryGough]

They have already and I’m still a beginner 😁😁

[@ghostpepperrides4805]

Thank you.

[@markwhyatt8923]

I recognise almost all the places in that video! Much of it is my stomping ground.

[@GaryGough]

Cool! 👍👍

[@markwhyatt8923]

Not a bad place to be a photographer!

[@clarkbarrow6750]

Well, I was totally surprised at the content but got caught up in how much you like the bike. I can certainly see it’s health benefits and can see how it could help in your photography hikes. Nice video. Your smiles tell the story of it being a great bike.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Clark 👍👍

[@hjones451]

My next door neighbour has an ebike - he's done 5,000 miles on it this year and he's 79 years old

[@GaryGough]

Good on him 👍👍

[@ralphrusch2876]

Great bike it also is great for photography I use mine to get to spots

[@GaryGough]

That's my intentions too

[@peterdovey5182]

I'll look out for you at the next Olympics Gary.

[@ddki9094]

Going on 2 years and it really helps flatten the hills but I find that I can push myself more than with a non electric bike.

[@GaryGough]

I could never have imagined myself taking a 10 mile bike ride beforehand, that’s for sure.

[@Danny_Roman.]

Ive never seen ya smile so much 😂

[@GaryGough]

Like a kid in a sweet shop 😁😁 👍👍

[@jeffolson4731]

It is funny that you are doing a video on e-bikes. I was looking for one for quite a while but finally decided to get an e-scooter instead. It is easier for me to transport but still allows me to carry my cameras with me so I can explore places with no parking anywhere near. My only issue is that once I looked at the manual I found the recommended age was 16-50. I am not within that range nor will I ever be again. 😅

[@briankerrison5233]

I believe that e-scooters are only allowed on private property/land.Illegal to use in public places, unless through a city rental scheme.

[@GaryGough]

I’m well and truly outside that bracket too 😁😁. Scooters are ok but limiting. Horses for courses of course 👍👍

[@ianbarnett]

These bikes trouble me. See too many on the moors on paths they are not allowed access to. Seen people using bike battery power only to get up hills. Great as they may be, laws and by-laws limiting them just get ignored and become a danger and a problem to those who access the wild places by their own efforts.

[@craiggreenwood1859]

In agreement with other subscribers Gary would be fantastic to see you take a lightweight setup on a cycling/photography adventure 👍

[@GaryGough]

That’s the plan 👍👍

[@JohnHPettigrewFujishooter67]

Looks like a lot of fun Gary, and loved the genuine enthusiasm for the product, perfect for photographing those hard to reach places too. Thanks for sharing.

[@GaryGough]

Thanks 👍 Cheers John

[@marclach6745]

Great Gary. Excellent testimony and above all a new start for health. An interesting and high quality assembly. Congratulations for this initiative that lets us reflect on the importance of staying in shape. Sincerely, Mark.

[@GaryGough]

Cheers Mark

[@bernym4047]

Great review. I converted my mountain bike to an eBike two years ago with a 250 watt kit. No where near this bike's super spec but it meant I can carry on cycling with an arthritic hip. eBikes are great and make Lake district cycling so much more fun and you can carry some hefty photo gear :) . How easy is it to remove the rear wheel? I carry my eBike flat on my roof bars as it's too heavy to use a 'normal' cycle rack. I remove both wheels to enable me to lift it onto the roof so that' an important characteristic if I am considering an eBike purchase.

[@GaryGough]

I remove the front wheel (just 2 nuts) to get into the van. It’s really easy. I’m guessing the back wheels won’t but too dissimilar. They do foldable and lightweight ones too. www.cyrusher.co.uk/

[@bernym4047]

Thanks mate@@GaryGough

[@user-xt8dk8jc8h]

Nice bike Gary, but at almost 90Ib its much heavier than some other and for me to lug it round the side of the house and up a couple of steps its just a bit too heavy! Thanks for the review.

[@GaryGough]

They do a full range of bikes. All of them smaller and lighter 👍👍

[@jamesbarnes3063]

Thanks

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍👍

[@axxxxman]

LOL Gary, you found a way to make your channel better. I picked up cycling a few years ago and it certainly has changed mine. I have tried e-bikes, and I even had an e mountain bike, but I sold it. I plan on having another one someday. My goal has always been to combine cycling with photography. Bikes can go places cars cannot, and I cannot tell you how many times I have snuck up on wild animals who just see the bike as another animal. Looking forward to new videos in new places and a new "channel" for all your enthusiasm. see you on the trails.

[@GaryGough]

I'm certainly looking forward to using in on future trips 👍👍

[@bradleysnavely7141]

I've thought about one, some trail heads I walk to do landscape photography would make a great deal easier.

[@GaryGough]

I'm planning on using it for the very same thing 👍👍

[@599miata]

This is great Gary, but in all fairness, there has to be some negative aspects to the bike.?? Nothing is perfect. I have been contemplating for eight months in order to buy an e-bike. My number one factor is I do not have the room to store it, but I am still trying to find a solution to that problem. You are twisting my mind. Here in Canada, we only have six months of usage because of the cold weather. That is a factor to consider. I am sure there is a solution to my problems in order to justify the purchase of an e-bike. Excellent review Gary. Be careful with your monster.😊😊

[@GaryGough]

I didn't want to review the bike as a straight-forward reviewer. Negatives include the weight. The back light uses normal batteries which is strange when the front light is wired into the system. That's pretty much it though.

[@599miata]

Thank you Gary. I am still thinking about buying one.!!!@@GaryGough

[@williammcintosh410]

Love the bike .not sure about the shorts though!.

[@GaryGough]

That’s a fair point 😂😂 I might need to invest 😂😂

[@waynebatley7141]

No outtakes Gary 🙈🤣🤣🤣 Shame I wasn’t walking round Blackmoorfoot res while you where filming would have been nice to have a chat, I’m pretty local to there.

[@GaryGough]

It's a beautiful place. I might be tempted to create a video there. Cheers Wayne 👍👍

[@garryjackson403]

Thanks for that Gary. Now im getting on a bit and not as fit as i used to be this sort of bike is very tempting. Could you ride it up CADEAST though.

[@GaryGough]

You could just about manage Cad East but you'll still have to put an effort in.

[@jonathanheise8539]

I have the same and if you swap the 52t chainring for a 45t or 44t, its running much better

[@GaryGough]

It will? Lower gearing?

[@18andlikeit]

But a 44t chain ring will have you spinning your legs off at 22mph. Great for getting up steeper hills, but you'll suffer on the top end speed. With the 52t chain ring the bike will do 30mph and at a comfortable slower cadence.

[@paulinejones3447]

Definitely interested, haven’t ridden a bike for a long time , looks so good . Great information on all aspects of the bike .

[@liftpitcher]

The reason I purchased my e-MTB was I got fed up lugging the camera kit up hills on my MTB. It’s a game changer.. great fun .. go further … take more photos .. what more do you want ?

[@liftpitcher]

Ps .. your saddle is to low 😂

[@GaryGough]

That's what I'm enjoying about the bike too 👍 The bike is rated to 6'6" and I'm 6'4". The seat is as high as it will go. I look as if I dwarf the bike from the ariel shots but it feels big to me at ground level, if you know what I mean? :)

[@liftpitcher]

@@GaryGough I was being a bit cheeky… cyclists always like to hint at how / what would be better…. Like photography I suppose. Really enjoy your videos and your photography… look forward to meeting you in person one day… take it easy on that bike 🥴

[@tonys-wj8qz]

Great review Gary, Do you think you could reach a reasonable viewpoint on Cad East using an E-bike?

[@dgirard1066]

That was fun and I would love to see much review made like this one. The manufacurer made a great choice in you and I'm certain it was greatly profitable for them.

[@GaryGough]

Very kind, cheers 👍👍

[@dandann8237]

Does it take photos? nice video can't afford one but i'm jealous

[@GaryGough]

They do cheaper ones. I’ll be using it to chew up the miles on route to photo locations.

[@gary.kenyon]

Nice one Gary. Enjoyed that. Enjoy your new bike 🙂

[@GaryGough]

Thanks, will do! 👍👍

[@timrosenburgh8597]

Well Gary, who would of thought we would see you riding a bike and giving a review. I could see you really enjoyed it in the video. It will come in handy and save you a lot of walking to get to your location to photograph within reason. Don't try the Mountain's Gary lol. Like you i hate the cyclist's on the road, especially the Bradley Wiggins wannabees as they take up too much room on the road and you it takes ages to get past them.

[@GaryGough]

Fingers crossed, I haven’t had any issues on the road… yet!

[@Jimages_uk]

Well, that was different, but interesting, I can see how this might fit in well with photography as well, do you think you would be able to ride this bike up to the Mac Loop? I would love something like that, but unfortunately, my wife would never let me spend anything like that sort of money on a bike.

[@GaryGough]

Possibly! I think it would definitley go up Cad East. It's certainly powerful enough, but you'd still have to put a shift in 😊

[@claudineigonzaga2966]

Good video, I think you missed taking some pictures of the bike.

[@GaryGough]

That'll be in the future

[@m4r3x0r3]

👍👍👍

[@GaryGough]

Cheers 👍👍

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

Well Gary i am one of them guy you hate, i do all the reviews and your so right. you do feel you have to be nice.. But i have been doping eBikes now for some time. and like you they changed the way i use them i enjoy the ebike and i love to use them to aid photography.. going longer and further... I have to say i love that bike but at near 3k its a lot of money.. Welcome to the dark side..

[@GaryGough]

I don't hate reviews or reviewers Paul. In fact, I would love to do more of them myself. I just don't trust reviews when the kit is supplied by the company requesting the review. Who knows, maybe I'll find away of being unbiased! 😊

[@paulcomptonpdphotography]

@GaryGough you sure would be. I had something the other day its rubbish so I told them it was and I'm not showing it lol.

[@darrenwaite806]

Very nice bike Garry but £2799 I don’t even earn that a year as a valeter. Ya find yourself nipping up the hill to sainsburys everyday on it🤣

[@GaryGough]

This is the high end model. They offer e-bikes at half that price. 👍👍

[@DeclanWard]

Will that take you up Cad west/east with your camera kit ?

[@GaryGough]

It’ll get me up Cad East for sure 👍👍

[@Digg3r]

Is that booth wood reservoir in calderdale you are at?

[@GaryGough]

Indeed 👍

[@giuseppecalabro6873]

You can go almost anywhere now and faster taking photos

[@GaryGough]

Thats the plan 😊👍👍

[@fish9514]

Have you got a nice photo of it .... 😂

[@GaryGough]

I will have in a few days 👍👍

[@Certago]

Cracking review, very informative and matches my experience of the bike. Get the official Cyrusher pannier rack, it's very sturdy and allows the attachment of big panniers. Should be more than enough for your camera gear and save you from having to lug a backpack around. Due to the weight of the bike and the power it can produce, I would only ever recommend it to experienced cyclists but you've certainly proven that wrong, well done. Props also to the Cyrusher team for choosing a wildcard option to get feedback on their product, shows confidence and is in my mind well placed.

[@GaryGough]

Cracking idea re the paniers. It'll certainly save plonking everything on my back 😊😊 Cheers 👍👍

[@johna5624]

Worth remembering that riding an ebike (or any bike) on a public footpath is a civil offence in the UK.

[@GaryGough]

I'll add that to an e-bike guide I've just written. Thanks 👍👍

[@hunt4truthuk]

Great video. I was wondering if you could tell me whether instructions on how to derestrict the motor are included with the bike, or whether I'd need to contact cyrusher direct? Thank you.

[@GaryGough]

It’s really easy to do and you can find the instructions on Facebook. They have a group you can join.

[@hunt4truthuk]

@@GaryGough I don't do Facebook, but I'll try and find out elsewhere. Thank you for the reply.

[@jefffiles9209]

Nice to hear honest feelings and thoughts Gary 👏🏻

[@davidlavelle1006]

The main bit omitted..... how much do they cost

[@petebrandon.]

He said in the video, the link is in the description.

[@davidlavelle1006]

@@petebrandon. I heard that so all bike information is on the link then... just wondered why that was not mentioned

[@petebrandon.]

@@davidlavelle1006 yep, all info is on the link including technical spec & prices etc

[@davidlavelle1006]

@@petebrandon. I am aware thanks...all technical and spec info was provided in video also

[@RickMahoney2013]

Would been a better video if you took a camera and got some photos.

[@GaryGough]

Obviously that’s coming.

[@outfoxthefox]

I think you are wong there Gary, the rules apply unless you are on private land where the public cannot gain access. Shame as it seems good fun.

[@derekmack]

Thanks for this. I'm considering getting one of these, I've just taken early retireent and want to explore more. Cheeky question, but not being cheeky, what weight do the carry and still have enough pull to get up hills etc?

[@theweekendphotographer]

How much is a stone?

[@alanparkinson549]

Fourteen pounds

[@theweekendphotographer]

@@alanparkinson549 I could use to lose 3 more stone! My dr said 6 stone!

[@Nam3Iess]

E-bikes should be only allowed to old people with health issues. I see so many people who could just ride a normal bike and stay healthy, yet they are lazy and buy ebikes. The worst are kids on ebikes... Yikes.

[@GaryGough]

Disagree! What about people like me who hates cycling? My E-Bike has reintroduced me to something I fell out of love with years ago. What about commuters? People who don't necessarily want to be sweating at the start of their shift. Plus, there's the fun aspect too!

[@aubgoodwinSRCphotography]

looks a great bit of kit not keen on the price that’s a good lens 🤷‍♂️🫣

[@GaryGough]

They do make cheaper bikes. The Trax is their high end machine.

[@aubgoodwinSRCphotography]

@@GaryGough yes so i see like your self I hate the bloody things but could see my self on one of them 👍