City Slicker electric motorcycle news and updates

[@EbikeSchool]

Sorry I wasn't clear, but the upgraded controller will be available for everyone else's City Slickers once we finish tuning it!

[@davemuffoletto6150]

The speed.... any speed increase in the future? 41 - 42 mph is the only reason why I haven’t bought one yet.

[@ChrisP978]

Nice. Will it become standard on new units or will it be a purchase upgrade?

[@dahensta1]

Would consider buying this bike if the top speed was more like 55 mph. Our surface streets go up to that speed around here.

[@patcanuck4356]

that's good to know. might consider getting one after you post a video with the revised controller

[@QuixoticChaotic]

So what are you going to do with the extra motorcycle? I hope neither of them end up feeling neglected.

[@stvcolwill]

How awesome is that ... that you asked for more power and the cityslickers folks obliged!!!!

[@caleblower1982]

I was reading an article yesterday on the verge about the new zero motorcycle and then it had a picture of someone that looked like you, and then I looked at who wrote it and realized it was you! I did not know you wrote articles! It was a great article, good job!

[@EbikeSchool]

Thanks, but that's Electrek, not the Verge :-)

[@caleblower1982]

@@EbikeSchool sorry, I mixed them both up because I read an electric car article on the verge right after reading yours

[@donnyj9250]

Love this little guy! I would totally cruise it around my beach town!

[@xpndblhero5170]

I'm jealous of you cause you got that bike but also super excited to see it on the east coast, I'm in PA so I know how you feel about the cold, but hang in there and maybe we'll see each other out on the road sometime... Thanks for the vid and keep up the great work¡!

[@carlstanley3814]

your videos have started me on a quest to build each of my family an e-bike and trailer

[@EbikeSchool]

Awesome, good luck with your projects!

[@wildevideos]

Awesome review. Now I'm liking and thinking of buying City Slicker e-motorcycle. Love affordable-cost and features.

[@tanohuizar]

What a coincidence, I was in the city of Azusa today. I live about 3 miles away. I checked out the cscmotorcycles web site using the like provided above. I think I'll drive over there and look at the City Slicker. Maybe they'll allow me a test drive.

[@ATLfletch]

Thanks for these follow-up videos on the City Slicker model motorcycle, & also I'm very interested in watching the progress of that Honda Cub conversion with the Lynch motor.

[@ValleyMustang]

So I'm talking to a guy about getting this this motorcycle for a few days now at an absolute steal price but he lives like 2 hours away and he doesn't know about battery technology or how to even take it apart to find out what kind of battery it has. And he doesn't have the charger. After scouring the internet and frustrated because nobody seems to mention what kind of battery this thing has whether it's lithium ion or lead acid or whatever after watching countless videos and reading all over the internet watching this video was the only one that I was able to find that mentions what kind of battery it is and he doesn't even mention the battery he just mentions the charger which is a lithium ion charger which tells me right there what kind of battery it is. Thank you Mr Micah for finally giving me the info that I needed!🤙 However I am still wondering if it's pouch cells or 18650 cells. I'm going tomorrow to go pick up the bike! Been subscribed for a while now I should have just came here in the first place would have saved me all the headache. But for whatever reason the stupid KZbin algorithms wants to show me all the videos that didn't mention what kind of battery or battery charger it has.

[@kjnest]

With all the electric bikes out there there. Should be a separate license and test for electric bikes?

[@victor440_]

that is nice to get around in the city you do a great job thanks.

[@cmd8718]

How many miles on it to date. Interested in reliability as its Chinese and many Chinese bikes break down.

[@MK-sk2mi]

Can u put off road tires and take it on trails?

[@zsomborsebestyen6058]

Looks cool as hell. Looking forward for the Honda conversion too!

[@fropple]

Thanks for the video. Will be watching your convertion next!

[@haulngrassracing]

You know you want to add extra cells to increase the voltage haha good looking bike 👍

[@melenriquez8985]

Congratulations again! On your next video, can you be more specific on the improvements made? Specifically: - what were the changes in the controller? - how many kw or Amps is the controller now? - What's the new capacity of your battery? What's it's type (li-ion, LiMn, etc). Thanks.

[@cscmotorcycles2297]

The changes were made to the controller programming; the controller is the same. The lithium-ion battery is rated at 26Ah. A typo in the original documentation mistakenly said 30Ah.

[@cb123195]

Would you recommend this bike for large people. I'm under carrying capacity but I was just curious. I thought of this mainly just to ride around town for fun to relax. But I don't want to get something that won't be able to at least pick up speed. I know that isn't a bikes fault if it can't move as quick but I'd rather just ask. What are your thoughts. I've looked at zero but there isn't a place no where in my state that sells that's when I found this. Thanks

[@techjunkie3916]

How does it hold up in the rain?

[@bsmith2340]

Let go ride this weekend going to be great weather in Massachusetts we should start the first ev club lol

[@Kevin-tp1se]

I just put a 36V 500 watt rear hub motor on a cheap mountain bike... it has surpassed my expectations! 16 Ah battery seems almost overkill and is heavy since packaged in aluminum housing w/ tail light etc. Have the recycled 18650’s to build a smaller/lighter battery... next project. Your book would come in handy!

[@Rodarch]

Hey Mike, im wondering how this bike is doing now, after a year of use. I've seen your review, and first impressions videos, I just wonder if this $2500 Investment will last me for a few years at least.

[@PatrickRamdial]

I have the exact same question.

[@yamadamedia950]

How many charges do you think the battery is good for Micah? A replacement costs $1k.

[@christiandavison6960]

In total about how many miles before the scooter needs repair from riding?

[@metlin]

Out of curiosity, how tall are you? And what is the size of the City Slicker compared to the Grom?

[@Kelsdoggy]

This has inspired me to do an electric conversion of a moped. Why did you decide against a mid drive motor Micah? Can’t wait to see more! Keep the videos coming. :)

[@EbikeSchool]

Mostly the complexity of mounting it on that frame and that it cuts down on battery space because the bike is already very small.

[@jasoncatt]

Hi Micah, love your work. One question: Have the changes that CSC made been adopted by the factory for other markets? We get the same bike here in NZ, sold under a different brand (Cinesco). Curious to know whether we're getting the updated battery management system here too. Thanks for everything you do.

[@FretsNirvana]

Thanks Micah ....do you know what kind of cells are actually in that battery? Maybe a battery upgrade too for more current?

[@revparsons3tl]

Is it down to bad programming in the controller because I upgraded my controller and display to a better one only to find out it was down on power and acceleration using the same battery so I went back to my old controller

[@ediot.1012]

I was wondering what insurance company do you use for your motorcycle because all the one's I know of is crazy-expensive.

[@50ShadesOfBeige]

Hadn’t thought of getting an electric mo’cycle, but the 130km round trip with no recharge/top-up at work is an issue.

[@noreply3904]

interesting, the model you are using reaches 45mph, in sweden the max is 45kmh. Im considering buying this and replace the fatbike/harley model i have today

[@chrisackert8774]

Looks like the motorcycle is being moded already!

[@nilobualoy117]

Base in your experience i will use lifepo4 as powerwall , how many years it will take?

[@johnredfern448]

Not sure if it will happen in US but from July in Europe all new Electric vehicles will have to emit a noise when travelling a low speed for pedestrian safety. I'm not sure if this is just for cars or bikes too.

[@k.prasannavenkateshkasturi2158]

EVERYTHING ONE NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT DIY EBIKE, SOLAR AND DIY BATTERIES FROM START TO FINISH FOR EVERYONE IN THIS WORLD. I AM IN INDIA AND IT DOES HELPED ME AND SO IS TO EVERYONE.

[@terrencecampbell6086]

Cant wait to see the the conversion project.

[@AffectiveApe]

What's the word on the ugraded controller? Does the 2019 bike have it? If not, will the upgraded controller be available to buy on its own so it can be manually added to the 2019 bike by swapping it out for the old controller?

[@EbikeSchool]

Yea all the city slickers sold from now on should have the new controller, and it will be an option for upgrading the older ones people already have.

[@AffectiveApe]

@@EbikeSchool great, thanks for the reply! Thoughts on whether this bike could be pushed to go for short (500 yard) stretches on a 55mph road? I'm sure there must be a few in Boston, do you just avoid them totally?

[@cocoabiscuits]

Longevity of the battery is my real concern. Is it going to be like an iPhone battery where after a year or 2 it shortens the life capacity by over 40%?

[@dml5053]

did you replace the controller?

[@robertlee5055]

How fast can it go

[@ThanosSustainable]

Have you tried a NIU scooter?

[@rubenlazcano1077]

Great information.

[@mostafahassan5916]

I have aquestion please ?? I have two lithium batteries every battery is 12volt and 2000mah .. if i connected the two batteries together positive together and negative together how many voltage and amp i will get ??? Iam sure that i will double the voltage to 24 volt but the amp will be double as well ?? and if not how can i double the amp from two different batteries ?? thank you and sorry for my bad english

[@Lea-ww9hf]

It's possible to do a battery with different amount of parallel amount of cells?

[@openedscrolls]

Hello James, I recently patented a tech to more than double battery run times. Care to try it out on your E-bikes?

[@slvrearview]

Keep these awesome videos coming

[@vanmasterflash7153]

Looks fun but kinda small. Do you like it better than your bike?

[@timomo1000]

I Have a 36v 750w front hub motor on a Schwinn Meridian trike and was wondering if it is possible to make it solar powered so it is charging while I'm riding it to get more mileage and how I would go about it.

[@ryan_robertson]

Would you be able to charge it at a slightly higher rate with something like the satiator?

[@hardiknarula3748]

Hey, I love your content. I would like to buy all your books. Does Vruzend India keep some in stock?

[@leofreihofer]

Can you order the bike with the upgraded performance controller? Looks like a fun bike.

[@cscmotorcycles2297]

Micah has tested only the original controller but with upgraded software tuning. All our bikes built since summer 2019 have the new tuning.

[@woosahmusic1407]

can it wheelie?

[@Peter195267]

Have you thought about converting a tric motor bike.I'll would like too do that, but would need heeps of help in ideas.

[@hafeexius]

Did you check out the Sur-ron Light Bee?

[@ohvblue]

Think you can do dc to dc charging?

[@TalonBD]

Great video once again. Keep up great work.

[@ofir903]

can you do turn signal guide for ebike?

[@ConorFenlon]

Nice to hear about the upgrades! I wonder what the shipping to Ireland would cost? 😂

[@jameslewis6186]

No shipping cost just buy the bike it's About £2500

[@bsmith2340]

Great vids man

[@FrostGhost]

Another cool video Micah!! How do you get those cool 360° videos when you're on the bike? I can't see the camera attached anywhere? What camera is it and how is it attached? Really cool!

[@EbikeSchool]

It's an Insta360 oneX. On the front I zip tied the stick to the blinker. On the rear I ziptied the stick to the license plate holder. Look for the zip ties flapping around as the only clue that it's there ;-)

[@MotoScoutOut]

Will the controller be available to everyone? It's it just reprogrammed?

[@EbikeSchool]

Yes it will be available to everyone but only after we verifying that it’s ready. Hopefully by mid March.

[@cscmotorcycles2297]

The upgraded tuning is in all City Slickers built since summer 2019.

[@sushantdabhilkar6955]

Which controller best for 2KW motor to enhance performance?

[@ohvblue]

Any update on the controller?

[@ScottOstr]

Two long battery packs alongside the back wheel to look like two exhaust pipes would be interesting. But probably not practical and would probably takes away from the aesthetic of the old timely look. Also, great video. A+ content.

[@EbikeSchool]

Thanks! I'm actually trying to device a way to mount the battery where the engine is, and leave the muffler intact connected with an internal fan to suck hot air out of the battery box

[@EUCXR]

love your work!

[@lotionnn]

Awesome videos

[@mandoworldknown1323]

Can you ride the city slicker while it's raining?

[@EbikeSchool]

Yes

[@mandoworldknown1323]

How can you lock the motorcycle so it doesn't get stolen like in a parking lot or a front yard

[@johnf3326]

It looks a bit small! But your upgrades are an improvement PROVIDED the range is not compromised. 30 miles is not great. But its getting there as an 'inbetween' electric bike

[@badgeofhonour]

Thanks for the update..

[@inkmonster0u812]

Real good vid.Hate that you have so many trolls on your site.

[@johngreat265]

I'm working on upgrading my battery and motor on my razor e 100 which I'm coverting to a trike setup. Any suggestions? Love the channel man!

[@nimblybimbly4002]

Does anyone know if there's a Canadian importer? I checked the CSC website and when I select Canada the only shipping option is "In store pickup".

[@Cool34900]

Have you looked at ONXY's RCR ???

[@ericn3501]

What range do want on your project bike?

[@donconsolacion1536]

Nice video update and looking forward to your honda emotor project

[@iamuiamu4569]

What about rain ty

[@HiRoddy]

Dude, awesome bike! I'm debating whether to get the Honda Grom or this City Slicker. I'm a big fan of manual shifting, but auto is also fun. Which do you think is better for someone who lives in a suburban neighborhood with the max speed limit of 55mph?

[@THENEWWRANGLER]

Thx for the info and videos.

[@SMKreitzer1968]

Great video. Not much cheaper for insurance there than Canada. Still hoping for your battery book. Good luck on the Honda conversion.

[@10xstkf]

What if I leave out of the US. How can I have those parts?

[@iraira2818]

Micah, The upgrades you spoke about in this video, have they been ...applied?

[@cscmotorcycles2297]

Yes, all City Slickers built since summer 2019 have the upgraded controller programming.

[@LChow-xq3xm]

Hey, thanks for that great video!!!

[@merikdaboss1219]

are you going to put the Honda motor for sale?

[@EbikeSchool]

Eventually when I move back to Israel, but I hope to enjoy it for as long as I can while I'm in the US

[@viximano]

I'd like to have the diy solar book plsss!

[@ourstate100]

is that controller standard now?

[@cscmotorcycles2297]

The upgraded controller tuning is equipped on all our bikes built since summer 2019.

[@emanuelvillanueva9041]

Keep up the Good job

[@MrJustwatchin9]

No quick charging?

[@carlobravo9531]

Will this bike come to Europe (spain)?

[@RPRosen-ki2fk]

I'm liking the price & looks of that City Slicker. If it only could do 70 mph and have a 100 mile range. Does anyone make something with those numbers, or should I be looking at Zero?

[@AlexandreBueno1968]

Is the battery 26 or 30 Ah?

[@cscmotorcycles2297]

They are 26Ah.

[@FixItYerself]

Cool project.

[@creativecityis]

How do I buy your books if I'm in New Zealand?

[@ohvblue]

creativecityis amazon

[@phileichar2891]

I'm looking for a 10s BMS 2 power some DeWalt 36 volt power tools any suggestions?

[@seenstee]

New controller... New controller.... New controller... LoL That's a hardware upgrade. Otherwise you should say firmware or software

[@PmPbreeze]

Exactly

[@DennisWintjes2]

Thanks!

[@lonewolf14779]

Good information

[@MrJasenstewart97]

If anyone's looking for the motor assembly, you can get the entire rear swing arm assembly with the motor, belt, and wheel with a sprocket on Alibaba for around 350-550 depending on motor selection

[@sassy_gamer7899]

Where can I buy a better controller ? Higher speed and acceleration preferably

[@JMProductions669]

Great Video! i bought a Boom 2000w E-Vader Electric Motorcycle from belmonte bikes for $1500 and ill be getting it at the end of march. doesnt have the full specs like this one does but it gives me an idea on how it will be. Thanks for the update!

[@EbikeSchool]

Cool, would love to see a video on the bike when you get it!

[@JMProductions669]

EbikeSchool.com yeah i actually planned on making a full review of it on the speed and mileage. I've been wanting to get one of these bikes for a while and since nobody has done a full review on it and figured it would be perfect to do it. Cause really your the only one that has done a true review of this bike as well lol