Engwe EP 2 Pro Folding E-Bike Review

This is my review of my new bike the Engwe EP-2 Pro Folding e-bike, what a beast it is too.
This is the Engwe EP2 Pro folding e-bike and I bought it from ebay here - ebay.us/vqOHqc
Full Spec:
Motor - 750W Brushless Motor
Torque - 55 N.m
Tires - 20 x 4.0 Fat Tires
Battery - 48V13Ah Removable Internal Lithium-ion*1
Range - 50-60KM (Electric Mode) 100-120KM (Pas Mode)
Charging Time - About 6.5H
Maximum Climbing degree - 10°
Brake - 160mm Mechanical Front & Rear Disc
Transmission System - Shimano 7 Gears
Display - LCD Display
Bike Weight - 30KG (66lbs)
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[@Firthy77]

Hi John, thank you for the review, I was looking for an e-bike for my MH garage, wanted fat tyres for going over fields with my hobby. So I checked out some more reviews and decided to buy one. I got an epic deal by being even cheekier 😂

[@pamfreeman5197]

Nice bike John. Great stuff and I sense you're going to have a lot of fun! Here's to you lad! Best wishes, Pam x

[@matauboy]

Oh dear! This can get addictive. I have an e bike, a gravel bike, and a road bike and I would like a full sus MTB to go with them. That probably explains why I can't afford a camper van 😢. Great review!

[@DestinationDestiny-ot5pc]

Enjoy the ride John ( we met at Mule a few days ago - the big black Sprinter XLWB ). I have 2 of them - the dual suspension model though - and they are great fun. Just watch out the 2 issues I've had in the past year of ownership.1) the upper bolt holding the rear mudguard is rivetted on and comes loose after a while and rattles like hell ! The advantage is that you don't have to use the bell as any people infront get out the way and very useful in a way. (2 ) the bolts holding the suspension links come loose and also start rusting after a while also. A dose of WD40 helps and the little tool kit has the ncessary allen keys to tighten them up so keep it handy !! Othyerwise ; enjoy .

[@markmim5676]

Great review and can understand why you have probably opted for this option but look forward to your next vlog👍

[@michaelbirchall9657]

Great review love your very informative channel.

[@maliknant]

Brilliant review. I've been considering one of these for a while and I think your review has made my mind up for me 👍😀

[@ajacks1349]

Is it any good?

[@maliknant]

I bought something very similar called the e-movement Panther but I ended up returning it because it was too heavy and awkward to get up to my flat@@ajacks1349

[@GrandadBaz]

Hiya John I like the look of this I wouldn't mind getting one for my wife she rides off road all the time now as I can't ride at the moment I'm waiting for a hip replacement. Thanks for sharing this

[@annies8075]

Nice looking bike 👍. Happy cycling on it. Yes, the height of the handlebars does give the bike rather a sit up and beg look. A shame that MiRider didn't send you one of their new larger ebikes to try out.

[@MrShezb123]

Great review, a pleasure to watch. Keep it up my friend

[@Romkosss]

You sir speak with clear accent, great scenery, that orange n' black match perfectly. Greetings from Ukraine. We also have this one on sale for a $1k.

[@sportgliderider]

looks good John, and one with chunky tyres is what i was looking for. and i think thats a great price.

[@UHfishingshane]

Great bike mate enjoy 👌

[@juliealderson8187]

Hi John, Wow ❤️❤️❤️ what a great looking bike. I’m looking forward to hearing more about it. Like you, I’m not keen on the key idea. I know on a normal folding non electric bike you can buy a handlepost in different sizes👌 Maybe have a word with your bike shop. Anyway, I love the look of this👌🥂

[@GadgetJohn]

It’s a folding handlebar though, they’re almost all the same size and bike shops don’t stock them.

[@voyageadventurevans]

I have an old folding ebike that I think had similar handlebars. I chopped a couple of inches off them so that my dogs seat sat over them. I will have a look and maybe send you a photo. I know theiy are mostly quite generic and subtle differences can mean they cannot be modified.

[@anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204]

Good new bike keep up good video and trips you do thanks lee

[@wheelersinthewild]

Hi John, we’ve been thinking about getting one of these for a while now after seeing Adz with one on his channel, so glad you’ve done a thorough review and like it. 😊

[@plove523]

It looks a lot like my Lectric ebike. My only issue is it’s awfully heavy for folding and lifting. So it’s my ‘home’ bike. I got the Lectric XP Lite for rv ebike. Love the color.

[@libellula3313]

Looking good.

[@jasonyoutube2908]

Great video John, and the new bike looks superb. We bought our Ancheer folding electric mountain bikes after watching your review a few years back. They’re still going strong and we love them! What made you switch from your Ancheer to the new bike?

[@ian_morg]

Looks a beast!

[@GadgetJohn]

It feels like a cross between a 250cc motorbike and the previous e-bikes we had. It’s a dream to ride.

[@sallydacre438]

Great review John. Looks like a really good bike for a great price . Hope you have many happy hours riding it.

[@MuddyDuck...]

That's a great deal John - and you will love the extra comfort from the larger tyres👍 My mate bought the same model a couple of months ago, but paid 25% more. I was really impressed with the stability, and the way it effortlessly handled even my bulk. Have fun...🚴🏻

[@GadgetJohn]

The bike is far more suited to my heft and the terrain I like to explore, plus I can get much more time on the bike now too 👍🏻

[@GeoffAnthonyClinics]

Great info John. Thanks. Would be interested in how it compares with your previous bike? 😀👍☘️

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ll explain more in my next vlog.

[@ikponmwosaonaghinor1272]

nice review mate...whereabout did you shoot this video its beautiful...

[@baggiecamper]

Is this your doppelganger coming out of Nottingham railway station 😂 50 seconds into Sky News video

[@seawinds12]

nice bike health to enjoy

[@travellingtaylors8352]

As I just bought a mirider gb3 on your recommendation 😂👍. In fairness I absolutely love it so far. Would be interested to know why you switched as we’re going to get a second bike and didn’t fancy shelling out another £2.5k so would be good to know what alternatives there are and how this one compares over different terrains

[@GadgetJohn]

The GB3 is an epic little bike, look at all the places it got me cycling around. The EP-2 is not small and not light but it’s still an epic bike for the money. I’ll be making a video soon which will explain why I changed bikes.

[@toddy505]

Great review John, i’ve been looking at its big brother the Engine Pro with rear suspension and hydraulic brakes but after seeing your review i think this would do the job just fine and save me hundreds of pounds.

[@GadgetJohn]

I looked at that model too but even if you buy the upgrades brakes this still comes out cheaper for the same bike.

[@pauldensley5459]

Thanks John for the review. What is the height of your bed? Wondering what height needed to allow the storage.

[@GadgetJohn]

From the floor to the lowest point of my bed supports it measure 76cm and the bike folded slides under the support with a few mm spare.

[@nicholaslancaster3438]

Castleton looks nice

[@GadgetJohn]

It’s a lovely place but even better when the sun is out 😎

[@DunkfaeOotnAbootWiUs]

Right mad moaners get back in yer boxes , John's just showing us his new bike ....love it big man 😊

[@GadgetJohn]

Thank you 👊🏻

[@johnbevan1020]

Maybe add some Slime to the inner tubes. Mending a puncture or changing a tube in that rear wheel is a pain with the multi strand power/control cable attached to the wheel, unless you have a cable inline disconnect.

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ve got some tube sealant already as I thought the same about the tyre sizes and faff of puncture repairs.

[@El-Tel63-Terry.]

I guess you had to upgrade as you got more into cycling, the small wheeled bikes are ok for occasionally riding but start cycling more and you soon crave more gears. 🙂👍🏻

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ll explain more about why I changed in my next vlog 👍🏻

[@stevendale7658]

Is it pedal only or throttle ??

[@wozzerwozzer1]

Great review. I'm 6ft 3 amd 22 stone...would you recommend? I've also been looking at the e26, but thay hasn't got a torque sensor so is more difficult to set off? I have knee problems so need the pedal assist from the off...plus want to fit the bike in the car

[@GadgetJohn]

You should be fine with your height but check the bike weight limit for your weight. I set off with throttle and then peddle to ease the strain on my bad knee and it works fine.

[@greenbunnyinabongo7299]

I weigh 22 stone and if I put my wife ( 31 stone) in a trailer to pull behind, will this bike have the power? Plus it’s a half mile 12% downward hill before we need to stop at the traffic lights in town, so I can see the brakes turning red hot under the braking so maybe I can upgrade to hydraulic brakes? Is there option to fit holders for our cans of Diet Coke?

[@wrzlygummidge]

a great find John, thanks for sharing. Just out of interest, kg for kg, $ for $, ride etc, what are the biggest differences between the Engwe and MiRider? atb

[@GadgetJohn]

For the additional weight you get far more range, from the fatter tyres you get more comfort and the new bike is roughly £1,500 less than the GB3

[@decthemano]

Hi John I have the engine x , seems much the same bike , I love my bike too , how did you set the trip meter to reset after a certain amount of time , I’ve benn trying to do this for ages , thanks Dec

[@GadgetJohn]

This is the video I watched that explains all the settings. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y56peoeFndF1j80si=wXcCiZ594uY5ogim

[@PATLIGHT1000]

Hi John. I thought you were like the ambassador for the MiRider.!! Why the change mate,?

[@GadgetJohn]

I still think the Mirider is a fantastic bike, I’ll explain more in my next vlog 👍🏻

[@artonastudios]

I am looking to purchase my first ebike and put it into my camper exactly as you do John, so thank you for this video. I also relaly like the look of this bike, but cannot get my head around whether it is legal to use it on the UK roads as a ebike because of the engine size. Is it possible to limit the output to 250watt as I see other bikes claim, and does that make it legal to use? Many thanks for any advice offered

[@GadgetJohn]

You can ride a bike downhill at 40 mph, so why does it matter if you do that on an e-bike or not. The reality is if you’re behaving yourself on the e-bike then no one will bother you.

[@linz_in_NZ]

I wondered why that key fob was jangling about - how frustrating! I thought my frame lock was bad enough where it retains the key until you lock the back wheel, so you have to ride around with the key in it all the time. I do like how it folds and the useful handles/little stand for when its folded - those are well thought out - shame about the key, as you say, its in a really bad spot - does it fold? My ebike battery key folds in half into its own kind of case. I debated about a folding ebike, but couldn't find one that was decent for a reasonable price, so went for a standard ebike - need a bike rack now to take it with us on our travels, as it enables me to get out and about and explore a lot more.

[@GadgetJohn]

A folding key would help a little I guess, I’m just reviewing the cyrusher kommoda and it has a key to lock the battery in place but you don’t need the key in to use it, which seems far more practical.

[@linz_in_NZ]

@@GadgetJohn It would be better if the key was in a different spot. Most I've seen just have a key to remove the battery.

[@brendarobinson429]

Very nice looking sturdy bike enjoy it

[@markteager]

Just got same bike same colour Brilliant bike

[@calvinmason4326]

I'm looking at purchasing one of these but it will have to sit in the back entrance of my small romahome. The dimensions on the website are maximum L W H. The length and height are ok but the with narrows by 13 cm from 63 cm point from the rear tire. It looks like it would fit can you confirm please. Nice review of the bike. I need something to save me the long walk-ins and walk-outs when climbing the Scottish munro mountains do you think its up to that job?

[@GadgetJohn]

There are smaller folding ebikes, check my recent review of the DYU T1 as that's really small

[@Peakwanderer]

I wonder if you tried for a time on the Winnats Strava E-bike segment John? it would be interesting to see how it compares to other bikes up there.

[@GadgetJohn]

That’s be cheating a little though 😂

[@Peakwanderer]

@@GadgetJohn Seems fair to me to ride up on a pedal e-bike and log it as an e-bike ride, not sure if you're still in the area but it would be interesting to see if you can get in the top 10, or perhaps the KOM !!

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ll try next time I’m over that way 👍🏻

[@musicjcaldeira]

Hi. Thanks for you review. That was a really nice explanation. Just have a question as I live in a island with plenty of steep hills: how does this bike acts on a steep hill? That will affect the battery range, for sure... What are your thoughts?

[@GadgetJohn]

This video shows an upgraded gear cassette that helps going up hills.

[@musicjcaldeira]

@@GadgetJohn Indeed. Where did it come from? Is it stock?

[@GadgetJohn]

There’s a link in the video description to where I bought it 👍🏻

[@snoman1999]

It's a bargain for that price !! Is the battery detachable ? If there are 2 people with 2 bikes and it's not possible to store the bikes inside, is there a rear mounted bike rack that can accommodate that weight ? our decathlon bikes weigh 17kg without batteries,so are at the top end of the Fiamma dj200, which is why we decided on ours.. 🚴🏼‍♀🚴🏼‍♀

[@GadgetJohn]

Yes the battery is removable and I take it out to charge it. I doubt you’ll find a bike carrier capable of holding 2 decent weighted bikes. I looked for our last campervan and couldn’t find one that handles more than 35kg

[@simonjohnhinton1938]

Just bought a red 250w engine X for £900 with the dual suspension. Doesn't matter which engwe you have they're pretty much all brilliant. My reason for the x is conformity as I'll be using it mostly on the road....and yes you can unlock it's potential.... Ahem... 😂

[@ajacks1349]

Can the EU version be unlocked?

[@krbiker71]

It looks similar to my Cyrusher Kommoda. It's a shame you can't drop the handle bars 🤔. I'm sure you'll enjoy it never the less 🚴

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ve had a go of the kommoda as Daz has one, it’s a great bike but is too big to fit in my van

[@krbiker71]

@@GadgetJohn ye I'm quite lucky I have a moho with Garage like Daz. Yours looks spot on for your set up ☺️

[@kennethcooke8341]

Hi just watched your video what's it like on hills ?

[@GadgetJohn]

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[@LesCarnetsdeNormann]

Hello what is the recommanded PSI tire pressure for this bike ? Thanks

[@GadgetJohn]

20 PSI max is written on the sidewall of the tyres

[@LesCarnetsdeNormann]

@@GadgetJohn Thanks 👍

[@tgrx1901]

Its not the case that its illegal if it has a motor greater that 250W. Confusingly, the 250 watts of assistance refers not to the battery or motor itself, but to the maximum power output of electrical assistance that kicks in when you pedal. To comply with EAPC regulations, the assistance will cut out when it reaches 15.5mph or 25kmph. Enjoy your bike John! 👍

[@wizardorlegend]

I don’t think that’s not quite true, it’s listed for sale on loads of websites as not uk road legal, as you can’t limit the output power of the motor to 250watts, so the power out put will always be 750watts. Even if it shuts off at 25kph. Such a shame, I really like the fact it has a rider size of 150kg.

[@ajacks1349]

That's WHY they offer an EU version...but many strongly suspect that it's really rated 750W continuous...ALL very confusing when you don't know for sure what you're paying & what you will receive. Consequently LOTS of complaints about their & other brands.

[@kennybo-iy2ed]

hi, if you spin the neck around it lowers the bars and your arms are not at full stretch ;-)

[@brianmcclure8012]

Hello John, I really appreciate you're trail blazing and I have followed you on many things. I totally understand time moves on and until this vlog you were supporting MyRider, but now à new best choice?. What I really ask is a compadrision from Myrider to your new bike, thàt justified the switch!!

[@JJcarvalho22]

whats the range on eletric mode. I know it depends but in normal conditions..

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ve no idea, I’ve never used it solely on electric mode.

[@vivienne3757]

That looks a beast of a bike, have you sold the other one? Look forward to your 2 and 4 wheel adventures😊

[@GadgetJohn]

It’s a lovely bike, but the GB3 isn’t for sake at the moment.

[@gilltate3029]

Have you sold your other bike yet John?

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ve not sold my GB3, I’ll see how I get on with my new bike for a while.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

I predict a lot of £780 offers on eBay!

[@GadgetJohn]

Just so they paid less than me 🤣

[@geoffcampbell7846]

Nice one John. Who doesn't like a new bike? Looking forward to an update once you get to try it in more remote conditions. Looks like you flew up MamTor without much trouble. Does it have walk assist? 👋

[@GadgetJohn]

At the steep angles and very rough road I thought it did really well, I did get my heart rate up to 192 though cycling up there 🤦🏼‍♂️ so I got a nice relaxing coast back down the pass. The walk assist is good, 2.8 mph and takes the stress out of having to push the bike around the obstacles & gates.

[@petermcgurnaghan5175]

How does it compare with your last bike John

[@GadgetJohn]

I’ll explain more in my next vlog 👍🏻

[@johnvankampenjr9489]

What's the top speed?

[@GadgetJohn]

25mph

[@yaminthegrey]

Hari OM Aw, poor MiRider... but I totally get why you went for this one, John. Looks just right for your needs and it will be good to hear how you go in, say, three months. YAM xx

[@GadgetJohn]

Mandy still has her MiRider and I’m still a huge fan of the GB3, so we’ll have plenty of shared experiences of going on with the two bikes. The biggest difference so far is my EP-2 uses no power at all so hardly needs charging, whereas the motor on the GB3 seems to be slightly assisting until 15mph and therefore drains the battery much faster.

[@ajacks1349]

Looks like that ebay seller has been shut down?

[@terrynewey5313]

On TV last night they're on about you have to have license plate on and tax & insurance 😮

[@GadgetJohn]

That’s not the case in the UK right now. Might be something they do in the future though

[@terrynewey5313]

@@GadgetJohn if they can find a way of screwing you for more they will ..Mark my words GJ

[@GadgetJohn]

I’d like to see them tax bikes when they don’t tax EVs

[@whu58]

John, can I buy your other bike?

[@GadgetJohn]

It’s not for sale, I’m going to try out this new bike for a while.

[@GadgetJohn]

Yes you can now. I’m now selling it

[@samm4265]

There are a lot of people on this chat saying you need a CBT to ride this. I Think a lot of people are confused and do not understand its actually taking about the max power permitted at the wheel and not the motor size, so it would not require a CBT to use. It certainly looks like a nice bike, keep us posted on how you are getting on with it. I am still holding back on buying one just yet, really want to see someone giving them the test of time.

[@samm4265]

@@CampervanEcosse, understand the confusion - took me a while to work this one out. 250w is the max power permitted at the wheel . 750w is the max power output rating of the controller (motor). This can provide a constant 250w at wheel without strain on the motor. i.e. the motor never has to be a max power to keep providing that constant 250w at the wheel = constant performance and longevity

[@ajacks1349]

@@samm4265 The "unlocked" ones will if used regularly not last long & of course battery duration & life will be greatly reduced as well...& of course if the local police that ain't got enough REAL crime to investigate could pull you over &...investigate, leading to a large fine, points on the driving license & confiscation of the bike. Only going to get worse if liebour get in, as we rejoin the EU & the number of accidents increasing. Just isn't worth the worry & hassle...

[@moonhead911]

bet mirider aren't happy now

[@GadgetJohn]

As I still think they make great bikes, and won’t stop singing their praises, I don’t think there’s anything to be sad about.

[@moonhead911]

nice to see you was in castleton @@GadgetJohn

[@chimchef]

Looks a bit of a bargain to me.

[@campervanchris4171]

🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️ that’s more money you’ve cost me 🤔😮🤣🤣🤣

[@Rob.1340]

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