Budget Amazon Ebike Review after 1100 miles -TotGuard Ebike

[@jjmcwill1881]

I spent months looking for the best bike at the best price. I just built my own last night. Including cost of bike all in $600. 48 volt 1000 watt motor, 15 ah battery pulls me up hill like flat ground Compare that to anything under 1000

[@StompboxMods]

I just got mine put together last night. Since I’m 6’3 I added on a gooseneck extension and it’s perfect now! Took a few laps around my neighborhood and I have to say this thing is really awesome! I haven’t been on a bike in over 20 years so it’s been really exciting to get back to riding! I can’t wait to get readapted to riding again and put some milage on this thing! One note: I could only get about 31 psi of tire pressure in my tires and they are firm! It recommends 60-65 psi as stated on the tires…there’s no way. Don’t do it. No wonder people’s tires are exploding.

[@Delfi1900]

Looks like u also replaced the handlebar goose neck, I did on mine as I am 5’11” I like my bike and very happy with it 👍🏼

[@bread7196]

hey friend, you said the suspension has no adjustment besides on or off, but the line shaped nob on the other end of the fork on the other side adjusts the dampening I think. A few quarter turns one way or another

[@jamesdep8128]

Moped?

[@CREEKSQUA]

So can you use the throttle an not the assist without peddling my friend

[@AndrewThrasher1987]

Yep, you can use the throttle only. It's now as slow as a lot of people would make 350W sound on flat ground, though throttle only runs out of steam going up much of a hill.

[@CREEKSQUA]

@@AndrewThrasher1987 one more question so if I’m using the throttle up hill an it start losing steam can I peddle to help it

[@AndrewThrasher1987]

@@CREEKSQUA Yep, you can help out with the pedals at any point. I find that I pedal most of the time, mostly using the throttle for a boost getting started, for keeping speed over rough terrain, and for a quick break now and then.

[@lavaeater5]

Randomly found this bike listing while comparing another more expensive yet somehow worse bike. Just did my first ride and im super happy.

[@david78212]

People have a HUGE misunderstanding about what quality control does and doesn't do. The plant that I used to work at, QC would check parts at that beginning, the middle and the end of the run. They NEVER checked every single part produced. It's an unrealistic expectation and would add an incredible cost to everything you buy. That being said, flawed parts did sneak through, not very often, but it did happen. If you really think they should quality check every single product that is made, get ready to wait for everything you want and get ready for prices to increase. The days of the $600 ebike will disappear altogether. I worked at Toyota for 7 years, they did quality checks on just about every truck. The $40,000 price tag proves that...

[@ShahabZargari]

I just got this bike from winning a raffle, and I can confirm: the manual has no contact information for Totguard. No email, no phone, nothing.

[@AndrewThrasher1987]

Thanks for sharing this information! I suppose the squeaky wheel approach is the expected method for reaching customer service.

[@totguardebikesailnovoebike2967]

Dear customer, Sellers can not be allowed to leave personal contact information on the manual. If you have any questions, pls feel free to contact our customer services. Find your order / seller name and send us a message, we will help you solve the problem ASAP

[@ShahabZargari]

@@AndrewThrasher1987 LOL

[@curtmistygentry4678]

@@totguardebikesailnovoebike2967 Please provide your contact info!

[@CoachAdam]

Still confused. Totguard, where does one reach you with our order number if we have an issue?

[@larrysouthern5098]

Tough cheap..what else do you want?? I'm good with it...

[@Daehawk]

Ive heard you cant find replacement batteries or better ones from the battery company. So you're stuck with what it comes with. ...if they replace it.

[@AnalAcrobat666]

I bought mine a month.ago. I went over a small bump and the Rear Rim Crumpled and The Crotch of My Sweatpants and My Junk got sucked in between the tire and rear fork ..NOW EVERYONE IN MY SCHOOL FOUND OUT I'M UNCIRCUMCISED AND THEY ARE CONSTANTLY CALLING ME PUSH POP. DO NOT BUY THIS BIKE

[@SchoolforHackers]

Push Pop, that’s good….

[@caymanhilldesigns453]

This such a great review. Please put up some affiliate links if you have them.

[@estebangarcia9105]

Thank you for your review I got one aswell it runs great. The only thing is they don't sell extra battery. I contacted them and they said they don't sell extra battery. If any one knows where I can get an extra battery please let me know.

[@HybridEnergy]

That's silly not to have this options for consumers.

[@SchoolforHackers]

For the future, just get any number you can find on the battery and Google it. These things are very generic.

[@rebeccahuffman9012]

Hey, this video is super helpful! I found this bike on Amazon and I really like the price range considering some can be pretty pricey. You mentioned issues with the brakes, I plan to pull my infant and 2.5 year on this. Something like the brakes not working properly could be a pretty big issue for me. Has the brakes ever just not worked or the tension just gets loose and needs adjusting? Would you trust your wife to take that bike out with your two very small children with an issue like that?

[@hexenwulfen]

I know it's a late reply but I have this ebike and have had no issues with the brakes.

[@uncrunch398]

I now have a little over a month with this. The brakes on mine needed to be adjusted. After centering them, they work great. Just be careful to start braking early when approaching intersections and other dangerous obstacles. It is possible to lock the brakes and skid on a low grip surface, otherwise not necessarily and it might take longer than expected to slow down. Take care in general, it feels a little top heavy, especially with a loaded rack. I go shopping sometimes with a catering backpack (18" cubed), it's heavy enough to compress the shoulders and spine when loaded. Mounted to the bike, the bike is hard to hold up if it tilts at all. I wonder if this is why someone suggested a smaller bike for carrying loads. I was concerned with best advertised range within my budget out of well rated options. I just take a bus back when I'm concerned about falling over. Especially with heavy winds.

[@DanSepulveda]

I think brakes are moreso user (not that it isn’t ever manufacturers) error as opposed to factory

[@Diggedog2]

Exactly what I wanted, review of a entry level e-bike done by a person that's exactly like me, a novice trying to get into e-bikes. Very well made, and you've made up my mind on getting the bike. Thank you!

[@sandra2574]

Thanks

[@jaydubya4886]

at mile 1347 and owned for one year aug2022 totguard is perfect beginning e-bike get a 500 watt 👍😃

[@djshaqtheripper1]

I’m 6’4 and bought my first ebike a Euphrees! Omg superior quality and smoothest ride and I tested many before deciding on the City Robin X in White! I added the phone attachment and mirrors on both side. The added benefit they are based in the USA! Parts are easy to get if needed. It’s a two thousand dollar investment but so worth it! Get out there and start riding!

[@EduardoSantos-fe1il]

based on your experience this bike its good enough to go to work back and forth.

[@Shawnstradamus]

I live about 5 miles from my job and use mine on occasion. If you can store the bike indoors in an office/building even better. It really is fun but the stock brakes are sketchy

[@simsneon2]

So I’m curious how much weight have you lost by riding the bicycle

[@AndrewThrasher1987]

I lost around 40 pounds riding this and my other ebike last year, though packed a few back on during the Maine winter. I reckon if I lived somewhere I could ride 365 days a year, I would probably be easily the fittest I've ever been, which to be fair says as much about my fitness as it does ebiking 😄

[@scienzchic1807]

Ha! Loved the Steve Wallis stealth campng reference. Good review too!

[@HybridEnergy]

Mine is ordered and on the way with the 500W motor, really hoping I don't get a faulty battery. Would be a bummer. Thanks for the review.

[@kjeanjbean]

How are you liking it so far?

[@SandbagsYoutube]

I got this one, wondering if it's going to do okay on the rain?

[@HybridEnergy]

@@kjeanjbean 1200 miles so far, everything is good other than a rear flat.

[@user619tlsdca5]

Get those u shaped spring adapter for seat. It's shaped like a looping V of rods being the shocks. Works great over the ones with the spring within seat tube as with having a rear rack not practical due to the tightning of rack s end to seat tube. It will make the spring stuck.

[@groundskeeper5292]

Im tall and heavy like you. Added a stem extension on the front of my bike, helps riding position a lot. It looks like a pretty good bike.

[@JuanLopez-jo5gf]

Hey this is Juan I also have a problem with my battery and I got a e-bite same as yours how do I write that comment

[@AuditorsUnited]

steve wallace style camo .. you know exactly whats going on

[@TreDeuce-qw3kv]

Great review style backed up by actual EDR experience.

[@TheGamerSquuuid]

How long did it charge before showing a charge?

[@martinmartinez2877]

I have this bike…900 miles on odometer…but, my battery is STUCK!! I can’t get it off the bike…to transport and safe-keep the battery….!! did you have this issue?

[@SandbagsYoutube]

I hear the key goes counter clockwise

[@woolyhatkatt]

Great review man

[@SandbagsYoutube]

I just bought the 500w one, but just thought to ask if it's water resistant?

[@AndrewThrasher1987]

Yes, you'll want to be careful about always putting the rubber cover in the charging port, but I rode mine in all sorts of weather and mud and I only switched to a different bike due to bending the rear wheel bump jumping a curb at 1200 miles and not being up to refitting the hub motor.

[@SandbagsYoutube]

@@AndrewThrasher1987 groovy, it's going to be my main ride to work and we get a rainy spring and fall lol I need to put fenders on it and other stuff but I'm looking forward to finally having one, been looking at more expensive ones for years

[@user619tlsdca5]

Nice e bike! I bought a Mukkpett 350watt with a 48v 10.4ah which is really a 480 watt around same price. Came with LCD screen of all the specs of use including wattage power use. I use same cargo set up but with the hollow plastic bins.. But the BEST part I upgraded bike with 2nd Gearless 2000watt motor to use as Turbo Booster on the long distance rides of going 40mph of a 5 mile trip. ( Only use original gear motor within community streets). Oh, quick tip, e bikes do not do good with trailer cargo or trailing load from behind. You can put same weight on back rear rack and ride efficiently over pulling. Has to do with physics of weight sitting on air of tire while pulling puts a lot of stress of the revving of power. I experimented this and now no longer pull a trailer. If it can be put on back rack it's all good.

[@Rjjs31]

I just ordered the same bike last night from Amazon. And recommended upgrades I should do right away?

[@sinc3407]

im getting mine on Saturday, did you ever add any upgrades you recommend?

[@Shawnstradamus]

Get a neck extender and better brakes. The neck extension is aife saver as the stock neck is short and flat and leaves you hunched over. The brakes take subtle adjustments to really hone properly. But if you get your bike in the condition you want it’s so much frickin fun.

[@shaunannis]

can i buy a spare battery

[@AndrewThrasher1987]

It uses a pretty standard battery design, so I'm pretty sure any 36V battery of the same design will work, but I've only used the battery it came with.