Engwe EP-2 500w - Test Ride

engwe ep-2 test ride and testing out a 3 year old action camera.

[@JeffyTology]

uploading a new video today! its not really a review but I think it'll give you guys more information :)

[@JeffyTology]

@Erik Cobra Kai never Dies hey Erik on a full charge battery around 35 to 38 kmph and when you reach about half capacity it’s 30. But keep in mind that the battery will drain extremely fast if you use it with just the motor alone and don’t help pedal

[@JeffyTology]

Anyone interested in a speed and range test? :)

[@fresh762]

Yes please. This bike is definitely on my list. Thanks

[@skillshunter]

@@fresh762 yeah go for i got mine too ;)

[@tonycardall7334]

I've just ordered this bike so it's a useful video to watch.

[@skillshunter]

good decision nice ebike....but do me one favour ..if u ever go with ur bike put the electric out or choose pas 0 for manual higher pas in the menu let u run like usain bolt lmao ...otherwise if the pedal still runs just a lil turn...and the motor is working and the bike gonna drive alone ...u alone and pulls u by standing beside... and u got no chance to grab the brakes ....i had a lil accident with..its kind of dangerous so always put electric mode out and pull it just manually especially in higher pas gears on ur display!

[@laurence_Production]

Im in love with this bike also ill' buying it, really nice video:) I like so much this style of contents its relaxing

[@lbarnett748]

I'm ordering this bad boy from Amazon UK tmro. Cant wait to ride it around. 😆👍

[@JeffyTology]

Nice! Enjoy riding mate! make sure checkout the other videos about this bike on the channel ;)

[@skillshunter]

have fun with it got it too =)

[@lbarnett748]

@@skillshunter it’s a beast I get 25 mph all In all. Mode 5 on settings 2. Gets you 9 pas speeds rather than 5 pas the pas one hardly moves 2 is a nice walking speed then on from there it gets faster up to 9 the slower speeds are good economically but going fast I can never resist lol. You’ll love it 😊👍

[@skillshunter]

@@lbarnett748 i was just around 19mph im not sure was it because tve battery was not full enough...no clue

[@skillshunter]

@@lbarnett748 and i got approx 160 pounds maybe thats why im not fast like u

[@beingre_bornbrb]

2:42 Ayyy next video “commuting to my local shop” lmaoo

[@meesvanzijl595]

Hello, i have an error. How can i contact engwe? They dont respond to my emails

[@JeffyTology]

You can try through enter’s website, but more than likely you won’t hear back from then since Chinese companies are notorious for ignoring people. Best you can do is try to troubleshoot the issue you’re having and get the parts you need. Not sure if I can help but what error are you having?

[@youneshumadi1347]

Can you please make a range test with just pure electric mode??

[@JeffyTology]

Hey, I can totally make one. It's gonna take a while. I'm working on a comparison video of this bike and the same bike lo26 currently. For these range tests a lot of variables can affect the range, battery, weather, road conditions and the way I ride. Also power assist 1 to 3 drains slower than power assist 4 to 5. For the video here's the plan; Sensible riding between the speed of 20 to 35kmh, riding a normal route not just flats. This is the fairest way of doing this since not everyone has flat roads and not everyone rides at full throttle. Sound good? :) If not just add a reply

[@simplycurious61]

Hi, yes speed and range test sounds good, I ordered mine from Ali express but not sure where the euro distributor is. Engwe official store it said on the site. looks and sounds pretty good. thanks for the upload. suppose to have turned up last week but said could be another 2 weeks

[@JeffyTology]

I'll try to do a range test this week, but the weather has been real bad and restrictions for corona has stopped me from going too far haha! Anyways heres the plan: 1st test would be for normal casual use so only using pedal assist (PAS) 1-3 and the second test would be a stress test with PAS 4-5 (really drains the battery fast). I'll do a simulated commute point A-B and then B-A. I find doing test on flat areas and just going around them really inflates the range of these. Let me know kind of test you want to see I'll try to make a video of it :) If I'm not able to film this week here a little information on some of the testing I've done so far: My weight 85/87KG with bag. Top speed 42km/h pedal assist 5 and pedalling hard (this is going by the speedo on the bike) will do a more accurate test with gps data :) Longest range I've done so far is 45km with level 1-3 PAS and pedalling and still had 1/2 bars left on the meter. (Cruising speed for level 3 is around 30km/h while pedalling)

[@simplycurious61]

Sounds great, what is the fastest you think you got out of it at the moment and have you unlocked it yet?. your the only person I know in the UK with an EngweEP-2

[@JeffyTology]

​@@simplycurious61 I'd say 40kmh/24mph is the top speed on the default settings I'll measure with the gps to compare. At that speed though pedalling is too light, as they say you run out of pedal haha id recommend changing to a cassette/chair ring with more teeth.

[@Homerseven7]

Have you still got the bike and if so how's it going any problems

[@JeffyTology]

Yes I still have the bike, no major issues so far . Still ride the same, going to need to change the brakes tho :)

[@damolive3150]

Just bought one yesterday In Ireland Midland s. I see your in Ireland too👍 . Great to see this upload.

[@JeffyTology]

Nice! hope you enjoy it!

[@damolive3150]

@@JeffyTology can I contact you when it comes if I need some help setting up.

[@JeffyTology]

Hi Damo, I can only help if you get the same display as mine in terms of setting up the settings. If you get on of the newer ones you might have an updated display, all you basically need to make sure of is that your wheel size is set to the proper size. I'll try help as best as I could :)

[@damolive3150]

@@JeffyTology thanks again 👍

[@p0pp1973]

Great videos. I'm looking at buying this e-bike, just wondering where you guys bought it from. Thanks in advance.

[@mous2K2]

Hi, does it equipped with an usb port on display screen ? i've buyed one today but can"t find answer anywhere

[@JeffyTology]

Hi, it depends on the seller and what model of the bike they have in stock I think. I've seen listings of older models with usb ports on the display but that version of the bike had the tiny display closer to the handle grips instead of the middle screen you see in the video. If the bike you've bought has the same display as mine then no you wont have a usb port sadly :(

[@mous2K2]

@@JeffyTology thx for the feedback, instead your proposal of a speed/range test, a review of the full bike would be more interesting for me :) the only i"ve found are russian or italian.

[@JeffyTology]

@@mous2K2 Actually planning on making one, might be a few weeks though since work and bad weather right now. let me know what you wanna see in the video! Also will be doing a comparison with another ebike :)

[@JeffyTology]

New video is up :)

[@gemmap126]

Can I ask is the electric side of it any good? I am thinking of getting one for my husband, he loves biking but has struggle in the last year due to arthritis, just thinking if he doesn't have to peddle as much, he's too young for a scooter lol

[@JeffyTology]

Hey Gemma, the electric side of it is pretty good! There is a pedal assist that kicks in after you pedal one or two revolution and there is also a throttle so if he has a hard time pushing the pedal to start he can use that instead :) Once the bike gets going it's a lot easier to pedal as well! Hope this helps

[@MrGeralt53]

Thanks for the video! Do you have to leave the key connected to the battery when riding? Some ebikes require that. Also, does the motor cut-off once you apply the brakes? It's a safety feature also in some ebikes. Cheers!

[@JeffyTology]

For this bike me and a few others find that once you turn the key to lock the battery in you can ride the bike even without the key. I my self ride with it on since I take out my battery to charge. As for the breaks cutting off the engines yes it does cut the engines when I use the breaks . In fact even if you are still turning the throttle it won't let any power to the motor :)

[@MrGeralt53]

@@JeffyTology Thanks for the quick reply & clarifications! Cheers!

[@JeffyTology]

@@MrGeralt53 any time! If there's anything you want to see about the bike just comment it out :) I'm planning on making another 2 videos on this bike I'd say before I move on to the other bike I have and cover that :)

[@jalharley3821]

Hi Jeffy. Thanks for the vid. I'm about to buy one of these. It's coming from Germany through amazon. Will they charge customs duty etc? It"s expensive enough without taxes on top. Just wondering how stable and comfortable this bike is. Those handlebars look very high - can they be lowered? Thanks.

[@JeffyTology]

Hi Jal, If you're from an EU country and its coming from an EU warehouse there shouldn't be any customs duty. As for the stability and comfortability, its pretty stable even at high speeds and its also pretty comfortable due to the wide tires. The only thing i'd suggest is to lower the seat a tiny bit so you can reach the ground better when stopped, since the handlebars a bit high it feels a bit awkward when stopping and going again if the seat is set to my optimal pedal position. Lowering the seat will make the pedalling slightly compromised but most people who will ride this will user power assist so it negates it :) I have another ebike (samebike lo26) has a low handle bar and I feel more comfortable setting the seat for the optimal position. As for the handlebar it is pretty high, it can be lowered but its pretty high still. In the video its the lowest I can set it. But its actually more comfortable that it looks, since your back will be straight, compared to a normal bike :)

[@jalharley3821]

@@JeffyTology Thanks Jeffy that was very helpful. So EU laws are still in effect for us? I tried to get a bike on amazon Japan last week. Richbit TOP016 folding (through remambo). After ordering l realised there would be astronomical shipping and customs costs. Just got out in time lol.

[@JeffyTology]

Yeah anything coming from the EU, as soon as you go import from a none EU country then you'd get hit with tax and import fees. Also each country has a different threshold for the price of an item so check your local import laws. So basic rule is if its from an EU warehouse it should be safe

[@tonycardall7334]

I've just ordered this off gearbest ,that's coming from Germany to the UK for £750.

[@romenigld]

I purchased this ebike. And I'm waiting to arrive to Spain. Can you test this ebike on the hill? Where I live has a lot of mountain this was the thing I buy this ebike. And which lock you buyed? I now searching for a good lock, it's a expensive ebike. And this ebike has alarm?

[@JeffyTology]

Hi, i'm working on a review right now! but it can climb light to medium gradient hills no problem. Do you know how steep the hills are in your area? if they are too steep you'd have to change gears and. pedal a lot and help the motor out since its a brushless hub motor, hub motors don't have as much torque as mid-drive motors. This Ebike has no alarm, at-least my one anyways and as for the lock I bought a Kryptonite evolution.

[@MrTimmmers]

I'm looking at security too, these are a real target. www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?SearchText=cycle+alarm&d=y&origin=n&catId=0&initiative_id=SB_20200612203240 has a few items, I have a couple of the alarms with remote control and they are great, sensitive and loud, but useless when wet, going off all the time..I'm wrapping one in cligfilm to see if that helps, if it does it will be perfect. Got a GPS tracker for under the seat coming too, the type that takes a SIM just in case. Those disc brake locks would be good too, if they fit the disc holes and don't require drilling one out. Nobody's having my bike :)

[@romenigld]

Hi@@JeffyTology, I don't know. But is just the beginning and then it will be more easily. Thank you for reply!

[@JeffyTology]

@@romenigld it's a lot easier than a normal bike, but you will still need to pedal. I got a long hill near to me and its about 9degrees of gradient and my max speed climbing up is about 10-14km depending on the battery level

[@TeamCGS2005]

Worth getting for some who is 6ft 2?

[@JeffyTology]

The seat goes up pretty high and so does the handlebar so I think you should be able cycle on it without any problem. If you look up "Lectric Xp E-Bike Rider Size Comparison". by Jeremiah Mcintos he has a size comparison with the lectric xp which almost has the same ergonomics as this bike :)

[@mrkiller1980]

Just ordered one from dhgate. A black one. I’m 92kg and. 6 ft How much of a issue will it be for riding around in the city for leisure and what shall I do to the bike once it comes in regards to this

[@JeffyTology]

Won't be an issue at all, the seat and handle bars go up pretty high. I'm 5'10 and feel pretty comfortable for me, my brother has actually been using this bike more and he's 95KG same height as me and he rides it with the seat lowered just cause he doesn't like to tippietoe when stopped. Not sure if you're asking for advice about city riding or what to do to the bike when you get it so ill answer both. -Make sure you get a patch kit for the tires and keep the bike at power assist (PAS) 1-3. You won't be draining too much battery and you'll be cruising around 25-30kmph. -As for when you get the bike, make sure every screws/bolts are tight, align the breaks, change the break cable position (mine came with front break on the left lever, don't like that at all), pump up the PSI of the wheel close to the max recommended to avoid wheel punctures (since its has wide tires max would be like 20PSI). -For your height I find its a lot easier to ride the bike when you set the seat post close to the optimal position for your legs. I set it up that I can still tippietoe when I stop edited added more!

[@mrkiller1980]

JeffyTology thanks for the advice brother. What I was gonna say turning and going round streets and pavement is it easier with these or u need more control as opposed to a pushbike? And another question . Replacement parts ! Do we need to get from China or is they available in uk like Halfords ? Eg new tyres

[@JeffyTology]

It's somewhere between a pushbike and a motorbike, it's a bit heavy being 30kgs but it pretty much is as nibble as a pushbike. It has fat tires so the bike absorbs a little bit of the bumps much like motorbikes. As for spare parts, check your local bike shops if they have 20x4 tires and or inner tubes, I'm pretty sure they will most likely have it, If they don't have it I've seen some on Amazon too. For other parts like break pads, break discs, etc... They are pretty much standard so locals shops will defo have them. The only things you will have to order from China is the batteries or replacement motors and electronic if something happens to them.

[@mrkiller1980]

JeffyTology thanks for your advice. I’m pumped up for my one to come from China. Last question! Security wise what would u use to secure it outside suppose u pop into Tesco for a bit or how would u secure it?

[@JeffyTology]

@@mrkiller1980 I usually just use a u shaped lock to lock the body in place and wrap those metal chorda around the wheels. Maybe adding those disc break locks might also help.

[@beingre_bornbrb]

How many miles did you go this ride?

[@JeffyTology]

there was a lot of cut footage, and I kept going after the video ended. So the trip was to and from work had to pick up stuff at the office trip total was around 11 miles. I often go cycle around for 26 miles on the weekend with around 37-40 percent battery left.

[@beingre_bornbrb]

JeffyTology Yoo wow that’s pretty impressive might just sell my e board an scooter then thanks for the info :)

[@JeffyTology]

​@@beingre_bornbrb haha actually I have plans to do a video on comparing each type of EV, but sadly don't own an escooter yet. So I might just end up comparing eboards and a ebikes.

[@swistu601]

Looks quite good, would you recommend and is it good quality?

[@JeffyTology]

Hey sorry for the late reply man! Rode it for about 200+km so far no major problems, the only thing I don't like is the breaks but it's decent enough will change it out once it's old. I get about 30-40km out of the battery less if you don't pedal. I would recommend it! Just keep in mind it's coming from China and shipping might damage the bike! So order from a seller with reviews I'm currently waiting for good weather to do a stress test and range test video :)

[@swistu601]

@@JeffyTology pleased to hear you recommend as I have paid for this bike. It's in Poland customs at the moment. Did you have much of a wait for yours to be delivered?

[@JeffyTology]

@@swistu601 I had to wait 3 months in total for mine, but mine was delayed cause of blackfriday items flooding the depot they had. It took about 3 days for mine to be released by customs. Edit: think it was another 2 to 3 days for it to get delivered after :)

[@swistu601]

@@JeffyTology I ordered mine throu a CO call hpreston, I was led to believe it would be with me within 2 weeks, just been told it can take up to 40 days! Gutted... Did yours have to come through polish customs?

[@JeffyTology]

@@swistu601 oh no! Hope you get it soon mate! Forgot to mention on a comment earlier that you also might want to change the back cassette in the future, I find that peddling gets too light when you get it going! Might also help with extending the battery range :)

[@manuelfawcett9839]

how heavy is this bike?

[@JeffyTology]

Haven't weighed it actually, but the store I bought it from says 27kg and yeah I'd say that's pretty accurate. I'll measure the weight later today and reply to you the exact weight :)

[@JeffyTology]

Alright got the exact weight :) my bike is exactly 30kgs

[@teun294]

Great video!, how fast do you actually go in full electric mode?

[@JeffyTology]

When fully charged 37kmph but around 30kmph when below 50 percent.

[@teun294]

@@JeffyTology you reach that with only using throttle without paddling?

[@JeffyTology]

@@teun294 yeah the motor is powerful enough to reach those speeds. The motor will struggle accelerating though if you're going up a hill since it's a hub motor. Also you have to keep in mind the power assist level, there are 5. You'd have to use PAS level 5 to reach the top speed.

[@teun294]

@JeffyTology can you compare this bike to the LECTRIC e bike, like the speed between these 2 or the range, is it the same you think?

[@JeffyTology]

@@teun294 as I don't have the lectric I can't realistically compare the two bikes. They look similar but lectric has made some changes to the bike like different gears and custom settings for the speed controller both these changes will most likely affect the range and top speed of the lectric XP. I would love to get my hands on one but I'm in Europe and they only ship to NA I believe.

[@MrTimmmers]

Better to see this than most reviews, it shows actual road riding, especially passing that poor bugger puffing up that long hill. I see you also think the rear freewheel would benefit from better gearng, here's a link to the same thing on the lectrc xp which is the same bike near enough kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqDJd2WPnJxgisk . Thx man, better video that you think here. :)

[@JeffyTology]

Thanks mate! Reviews are not that bad but most people who do reviews seems to do videos more like 'initial impressions' or them reviewing the product after they just unboxed it. I saw that video before actially! Thanks for linking it couldn't find it or remember the name haha

[@MrTimmmers]

@@JeffyTology One thing I've noticed with all this design, you don't want a puncture on that back wheel, it's a bugger to remove and put back, I bet those fatties aren't fun either. Mine's getting some puncture protection in there. Also, the batteries seem cheaper on the engwe website than on aliexpress? If you need more range.

[@JeffyTology]

@@MrTimmmers Yeah I noticed that the back wheel is gonna be a little bit hard to dismount. Think I'm going to put some slime in the tubes but eventually will have to remove and replace the rubber on the tires. As for the battery I actually found for my use I only need one. I might get an extra one in the future though when the battery starts degrading thanks for the heads up!

[@noliberal]

This is test ???! Nooo. This is a big zero

[@JeffyTology]

A big zero? I’m a bit confused please explain.