Folding e-bike battle: Gocycle vs MiRider | Do you get what you pay for?

[@Electroheads]

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[@ButchCassidyAndSundanceKid]

I just want the blonde chick !

[@karllattimer9233]

Not meaning to be negative or anything but you are incorrect when it comes to the boost button, this can be used without pedalling and is known as start assist, otherwise great video and would be very interested in getting the mi rider :)

[@Electroheads]

9:30 ...we realise that there IS a boost function on both the Gocycles... whoops. Guess that means we score them even higher! 👊⚡

[@karllattimer9233]

Hello! Can u please explain to me why the boost button has to be used whilst pedalling on the Mi rider?E bikes with thumb throttles can be used, unassisted up to 6 km/h by uk law so are you referring to something else? Love the video btw :)

[@dvdsbl]

How bout doing some research before spreading misinformation. The same thing with the Electric Brompton that according to what you said it doesn't stands on its own but well... it does.

[@DraganBlom]

Have a Gocycle G4i and I absolutely love it, there is no way back once you ride one. P.s. the boost button.. pull back the left handle which also controls the lights, it's boost as much as you like. Great video btw.

[@ianbrown5873]

Exactly what I was thinking, no mention of Gocycle throttle/boost button.

[@ukrytykrytyk8477]

Gocycle also has a boost mode initiated by the left grip, just like the others mentioned. I also think you should have included the Brompton and Tern Vectron in the comparison.

[@catherineburton195]

1000 miles into my G4i ownership. Mine was £3999 when I bought it. Agree about the display. Even though I know it well now (and it does have a speedometer function) I’d sooner just have a digital display and would love a clock. And it does have a boost. Left twist grip down.

[@grahambowes756]

Good overview. I've got the earlier Gocycle GX with the manual change which I prefer, as it give me more control. I've used this to commute on done a few thousand miles on it. And as you mention, the geometry feels like a full size bike. Great for that job and easy to clean in bad weather. I save my road bike for the weekends.

[@utube091116]

The Gocycle is definitely an icon. i bought it (second hand) as a collector item, but now i use it quiet often. As you can put it on 15,5 mph instead of 25kmh here in Euroland that's a real bonus! Mrsp is high but wait 'till you get to the servicing and spare parts... On 15,5 no way you'll get to 50miles, i'm saving to buy a new batt ! i hope the GXi model is a bit bigger. The new model tires with $pecial compound are really/maybe worth it

[@cabaretampere]

If they are both 250W 15.5MPH motors then how does the gocycle "get you to work less sweaty" ? How is the gocycle on hills?

[@None-yx1mj]

I would love to see a side-by-side comparison between Gocycle G4 and Tern Vektron. I don't know which model to choose.

[@kidpizz]

I would go with Tern. I don't like relying on an app. And the app isn't available on Google marketplace for Android ;(

[@lostcarpark]

Love the comparisons, but it would be nice to have an ongoing ranking of ebikes on a Top Gear style leaderboard.

[@noisycarlos]

I'm confused if I missed something, but Gocycles also have a boost button.

[@shaunefc]

They do!

[@adilrafiq5947]

Correct, Gocycle G4i has a boast throttle just as the Mirider... probably even better, how was this not mentioned on this video???

[@jeffallinson8089]

Great video, thank you!! I have 2 MiRider ones on order. I loved the price but what sold it for me was the fabulous ride quality. Much better than a Brompton I tested a week before (twice the price too, ouch!!) and a Foldable Raleigh I tested on the same day as the MiRider. Do I have 3-4k to spend on a bike? Absolutely not which makes the MiRider such awesome value.

[@kevinmoores8603]

I'm in the market at the moment for a small wheeled electric folder (like these). (I'm a Brompton owner and fan by the way). I'd say that bang for the buck-wise, in the terrain I need it for (mixed with step hills) the Mirider GB3 has it cornered. Love the tech and style of the Gocycle though.

[@indobleh]

Would be nice to see the Brompton added to this review range in the future

[@mjp0815]

Yea, would the eBrompton win on folded size/weight you think?

[@Free__Speech]

Over priced brand

[@nbartlett6538]

@@Free__Speech Yes Brompton is overpriced, but one of the bikes in this review was £5000, which is more expensive than even the top of the line Brompton.

[@dtz1000]

These are all overpriced compared to the Chinese brands.

[@yahyas]

Quility always has it’s price. They are all made in London with the hoghest standards. Have the most value when you sell them on and parts are always available. Even after 15 years. Which otuer brand can say that. And they are the smartest smallest folding bikes. Don’t judge of you haven’t owned one. I owne one.

[@trevorsmith8487]

Really good review, great presentation style, informative and interesting plus real world insights

[@davidhodgson977]

G4i please if I could afford one. Nice informative video this, thank you.

[@karllattimer9233]

Very well presented video but I’m afraid you’re incorrect with regards to the boost button, you can use this when you are not pedalling it’s known as start assist, and is legal up to 6km/h

[@lofi-guy]

I've been looking for my first e-bike, and doing a lot of research. So far I've found 4 e-bikes online with what looks like the same generic frame as the Mirider. The Mirider wheels look like an upgrade on them. Even with a possible battery upgrade, the Mirider should probably retail for around £850; not £1,595, Ouch!

[@fuzzbox3912]

what are the other 4 bikes you're looking at? I can't find any cheaper UK assembled foldable e-bikes?

[@lofi-guy]

@@fuzzbox3912 Hello. I don't remember. This was months ago. But I'm sure you might fine some. I know that there was one on Amazon which was quite a bit cheaper, but not the cheapest.

[@doctorlovera]

I agree about the wheels. I would also choose the Mirider mg3 with 20 inch wheels. But... if i dont need a foldable, the Tenways that you love would be the winner.

[@peteturner8493]

I bought a Gocycle second hand as I liked the look and design, still find it annoying not to have a bike display and am expected to use my mobile for that purpose. :( A missed opportunity to include regen to improve range and yes no visual indication for on/off status! Fun to ride but very expensive new as are all Gocycle accessories like lights or a rear rack, the older models do have a boost button of sorts thats there for the american market!

[@robertramsey2653]

I have a Mi RIDER 1 which I bought to go in the back of the campervan great little bike my only reservation at the time was the single gear. Do you know if the gears can be retrofitted to a MiRider 1 or do you have to buy a Mirider 3? Thanks great channel 👍👍

[@MiRiderUK]

Great video Electroheads! Pretty happy with that 😊

[@steveshields5018]

E-bikes are without a doubt the way forward in getting around cities and towns but what happens when something goes wrong them ie you need to replace the battery? I’ve had a Homeric e-bike for 2 years and can’t find anyone who can replace it,any ideas please. Also might be a very useful video or short film to indicate whether spares are easily available for the bikes you review and where to source them. 😎😎😎👍🏻

[@AndrewBartley]

Could you compare the estarli? They do a 16 and 20 inch option within their range

[@rhiantaylor3446]

Range - all of these bikes have infinite range, you just keep pedalling. My point is that the only valid range statement from an e-bike manufacturer would be the range without pedalling. Otherwise you can quote any number you like and nobody can argue with it. As for the £5k bike - its a good thing it folds as you wouldn't want to leave it on the street where somebody could chop the chain and ride off with it.

[@Danny-xc8ku]

Very thorough,100k subs soon! a review of fat tyre ebikes on the beach would also be amazing because i want to get a fat tyre ebike for the beach 😊

[@banelazarov2040]

Great review, thanks. Did you work out what happens to the electronic gears if you run out of battery? You can certainly cycle, but how do you shift gears? Or are you stuck with the gear you were in just before the battery died? Surely there will be those occasions....

[@LongJohn97]

You can manually shift as well

[@banelazarov2040]

@@LongJohn97 You cannot manually shift on G4i without power. You are stuck with the gear you were at once the battery is gone flat. When I tried G4i, I switched the battery off and could only cycle in one gear, the one I was in when I switched it of. Unless there is difference between switching off and running out of juice mid pedalling.

[@LongJohn97]

@@banelazarov2040 Ah ok

[@akassebaum]

I took a test ride on the Gocycle and they had it programmed for pedal assist only, so I didn’t know how it was with the throttle.

[@ianbrown5873]

If Gocycle is set for European law in the app the throttle works but you have to be pedalling at the same time, you get motor assist up to 15.5 mph. If it is set for North America in the app you get motor assist up to 20mph and full use of throttle without having to pedal, but uses maximum battery.

[@Kitofthearts]

Is there a detachable trailer for either of these models? That is one addition that is missing from the market currently & could make a massive difference to the utility of a Gocycle or Brompton. Are bike trailers considered too dangerous or a hazard to other road users?

[@rgbii2]

For the price difference, I was expecting a more significant difference in warranty.

[@BerticusdanUK]

Volt Metro is my choice!

[@abbisaenz]

Y'all read my mind. For real😆I've been trying to decide between these two bikes

[@avatr7109]

You all*

[@abbisaenz]

@@avatr7109 No, I’m good. Thanks.

[@dtz1000]

Why these? You get far more for your money from the Chinese ebike brands.

[@garyhall3835]

Morning Electroheads, what do you use to lock your ecycles when left out in the street ? Great videos btw

[@richard9723661]

My bike alone cost 4000 pounds 20 18 trek super commuter +9 but since I add it I spent another 4000 on it updating every part now it is brill looks brand new and with electric shifting 12 spped

[@marcandsebe]

I have the Mirider One. It’s a decent E bike for the money. Have you reviewed the Hummingbird E bike?

[@petergilbert72]

Presenter didn’t mention the location of the motor (front, rear or mid) which makes a huge difference how an E-bike rides, and how gears affect that performance. Also, what luggage can they carry? It’s a shame so few E-bike reviews film them climbing a hill. Let’s see their power - and noise - when under a bit of strain.

[@dtz1000]

It's because their job is to sell these ebikes to the gullible UK consumer. A 250W ebike going up a hill isn't going to do that.

[@dtz1000]

@@ericanon1534 So why isn't there any footage of them going up a steep hill? I would be interested to see if a 250W ebike does better than my much cheaper 500W Ado A20F when going up a steep hill.

[@IanMaybank]

Steep hills a piece of cake on my Gocycle and I’m over 14st! New app gives you battery life and speed.

[@recklessrogue9027]

These bikes are great if you can warrant spending that kind of money but I have a Fiido D4S which I know hasn't got rear suspension but other than that is comparible to the MiRider 1 in terms of range, having a throttle to get you going and small folded size but has the bigger wheels for greater stability. I understand it may not be as long lasting but it cost slightly over a third of the price so I could lose it and buy another and still have money left over and that is the cheapest of these four. My Super 73 S2 which is a big, fast, comfortable and long range bike wouldn't even be the most expensive here.

[@dtz1000]

Fiido is much better value than these overpriced UK brands.

[@rodmorrison47]

I had to replace all the spokes on the rear wheel of my D4S because the originals were too flimsy and kept breaking but even factoring in that cost I'm really pleased with it. Over 20,000km and no issues at all, it just does what it says on the tin.

[@izakshuvo8434]

Need them gears though. If the geared mirider was a little bit cheaper. I guess they'll do like a Christmas sale or something.

[@majordelays4909]

Infusion of funnies/meme clips hitting the spot - “ that’s what she said” 😅

[@MrKlawUK]

how small does the mirider fold? Does the seat stem collapse, because in the video it wasn’t and that would mean you’d need almost the same space to store it as the gocycle.

[@jungsoolee-wl2dn]

which color did you like best?

[@chnoack]

What about luggage? I absolutely love the luggage system on the Brompton.

[@Syncere20]

Wow such a very beautiful reviewer. Thank you for making these videos.

[@andrewbeech2824]

Could you review Halfords carrera ebikes as someone told me they break down quick but you can try them for 6hours

[@johnnymac8680]

Great video, Eilish. How about comparing an electric Brompton P Line to the C Line electric. Is the P Line Electric better at hill climbing?

[@petergilbert72]

C line 6 gear is much better at hill climbing because of its widely spaced six gears. P line has four gears which are closely spaced and has about half the gear range of the C line.

[@iainamurray]

Can you enter the Brompton World Championship in London this year on an eBrompton?

[@ickledotco]

Excellent video as always. Begs the question, if you did have £5000 to spend, would you spend it on this one?

[@stephenowens5375]

Weighed up all these options for local comuting and have come to my conclusion, I am going for a Honda Grom mini bike, 150 miles per gallon, far better reliabilty, less stealable, less depreciation, far higher speed and much much more fun. Will it cost me more?, well I tracked down a 12 month old with less than 200 miles for 3k! Really wanted an electric bike but my pick makes more sense in my humble opinion. Also with the amount of after market parts its easy to personalize and is far better rider experience.

[@BenjaminEHowe]

I think the main selling point for a foldable ebike is that you can take it on a train -- which you can't do with a motorcycle. But it sounds like you've found a good product for your needs, so have fun!

[@oddlytimbotwillison6296]

Not really comparable.

[@antoniopalmero4063]

My mate has 2 mi-rider bikes and he loves them , I have a NCM Moscow + . 👍🇬🇧

[@andrewbeech2824]

What’s better Engwe or mate bike

[@Joseph-jy5lz]

Great comparative review

[@akassebaum]

I like how compact the Gocycle looked when folded. Too bad it is so expensive. Why are they speed-limited at 15.5 mph? I think it should be higher because you can go faster on a regular bike.

[@ianbrown5873]

You can go faster than 15.5mph but motor assistance cuts out at that speed. It is limited due to European law, “For safety reasons”. They say that if you want something faster get a moped where you have to do a test, road tax it and insure it. When setting up a Gocycle you actually get the option to set it up with USA setting which gives motor assistance up to 20mph and full throttle control where you don’t need to pedal. I set mine to American setting and it makes a difference. I have never heard of anyone being convicted but was told if you have an accident and it was investigated you wouldn’t have a leg to stand on.

[@damianharriscycles]

well done Mirider !!

[@eBoard3R]

⚡ *I pick MiRider,* even the fenders look better than the GoCycle. Price difference bein the main reason. ⚡

[@WHYAREYUGAE]

Beautiful, the bikes are ok too.

[@jasondavid3969]

More vids please! Anything will do! 😜😂😎

[@SirHackaL0t.]

Do they have regen?

[@markcunningham0904]

Exellent review many thanks

[@AC_Milan1899]

Could have done a folding comparison.

[@startaylor123]

Sold the MiRider for the much cheaper and better Fiido D11😏🍾👍

[@fuzzbox3912]

i am looking at both, and the fiido is much cheaper at around £800. long term durability seems a bit of an issue though, expected life without major overhaul seems to be about three years. still haven't decided..

[@jojogizmo9244]

I'd rather just pay £1,100 for a Carrera Subway Ebike with 9 speed gears, a Suntour Motor and battery, and Tektro hydraulic disc brakes. And it weighs in around 18kg. It's a proper bike!

[@alanhayward6719]

Yes, but it doesn't fold.

[@hasan_z]

Yeah i have a full size ebike, with quick release front wheel easily removable, I can chuck it in a Yaris (back seats folded down) in minutes. Folding are great for commuting by bus/train and then last mile on bike, because they pack down so small. But otherwise the ride quality, range, price, bigger bikes are better value

[@dtz1000]

Just get a Chinese folding ebike for around £1k.

[@Myke001]

My heart says G4i+, but my wallet is saying MiRiDER 😅

[@noisycarlos]

Another way is to keep an eye out for used Gocycles

[@Myke001]

@@noisycarlos oh I have been, wherever I see a G4 it's already been snapped up

[@noisycarlos]

Back in early 2020, I got my GS (no g4 then) used for $1500. My timing was really lucky though, my first ride was the day when the pandemic shutdowns started (and eventual supply-chain constraints)

[@dtz1000]

They are all overpriced. You get far more for less money with the Chinese brands.

[@noisycarlos]

​@@dtz1000 fair enough. In my case at the time, I couldn't find a bike with everything I needed (relatively light, so I can take it up the stairs to my apartment, foldable so I can bring into my car, and with a decent amount of power). The used Gocycle was the closest I could get for a good price.

[@sixfoursoul2538]

I choose the Lectric.

[@dtz1000]

Yes. That is far better value than these overpriced UK brands. Shame it's not available in the UK. These rip off companies would struggle if it was.

[@kennethlinton4432]

Eilis, the GoCycle 4 and 4i also have a BOOST function (left hand). You didn't do your homework!

[@danpaul4975]

I love that G4i but I want an electric bike that's just a normal looking bike. The prices of these little "fashion" bikes is just horrific, and that's from a Tesla owner!!

[@hasan_z]

Eh true but with these frame styles you can hide the battery internally, which looks a lot neater and slicker imo

[@Myke001]

Unless you need a folding bike, there is so much more value to be had elsewhere

[@e-scooterguy]

Check out the Honbike U4. Looks more like a standard bike and still smart 😊

[@danpaul4975]

None of these bikes are worth *several thousand pounds* though

[@danpaul4975]

@@e-scooterguy yeah that's definitely getting closer to what I'd like

[@kennethlinton4432]

You didn't like the GoCycle Display? It is dead simple. Did you not read the manual again?

[@jonathanmellish4439]

How about how to charge these beauties ?

[@TheAegisClaw]

Mi Rider need a more cost effective 3 speed option. Dump the belt drive, and display and give us a £1700 3 speed.

[@LoLHahaLolHahaLol]

Where is the Lectric 3.0? $999 and holds 350 lbs/158 kilograms

[@djneils100]

1000 more for. 3 gears, hydraulic brakes and a niceer seat?! MiRider are insane

[@dtz1000]

It's the typical overpriced UK brand. Go for Chinese brands. You get far more and you pay less for it.

[@Sammig8]

@@dtz1000 can you give me example

[@dtz1000]

@@Sammig8 I can recommend the Ado A20F. £900 and can be unrestricted to 20mph with a few button presses. With the MiRider, you are paying a lot more only to be stuck at 15mph. 20mph is a lot better.

[@Sammig8]

@@dtz1000 i think i still prefer the mirider but thank you

[@dtz1000]

@@Sammig8 Some people are scared to go above 15mph, so I understand.

[@greensavant2573]

Wait...there were e bikes in this video?!?!

[@majordelays4909]

Men of culture everywhere

[@greensavant2573]

OK, I just bought a G4i. Anyone want to buy a slightly used Sondors Fold?!?!

[@silbernersurfer8264]

That are beautyful neclaces! Where did you get it from?

[@StevenHaggis]

Ludicrous prices!!!

[@dtz1000]

Especially compared to the Chinese brands which offer so much more than these.

[@Colin-kk8rz]

1x G4i or 2x GB3 🤔 its an easy answer😜

[@dtz1000]

It's not called rip-off Britain for nothing. Go for the Chinese brands instead. Much better ebikes than any of these for a lot less money.

[@First_Principals]

Should have added Brompton, tern and moulton separable

[@jonathanwelbeck8861]

Not sure i believe this is made in the UK, I literally brought the same bike from aliexpess for £500...

[@lofi-guy]

Probably the same generic frame import

[@antoniopalmero4063]

Go Eilis .👍🇬🇧

[@ahowl7mx]

Vastly underpowered and overpriced compared to the Portula. Thank you for the review, had some hope on the design.

[@silbernersurfer8264]

I like Eilis!

[@hawthornselitelevel1220]

No thanks am happy with my 1000w 48v EFF Allegro 20x4 fat tyre folder just £900 new on gumtree!

[@avatr7109]

Wtf are the comments..

[@apparentlynot1stLeonchubbs]

Simps 🤷

[@fisharefriends598]

Neither are actually good for the price. For 2.5k - 3.2k… buy a second hand Brompton for 500.. and get an non foldable e bike for 2k

[@dtz1000]

All UK brands are massively overpriced. Consider a Chinese ebike instead. You get much more for your money.

[@andrewbeech2824]

Bird vs cowboy vs van moof

[@Electroheads]

What a head-to-head-to-head that'd be ⚔

[@nbartlett6538]

Too expensive but above all too heavy. The point of a folding bike is that you can fold it up and CARRY IT. Imaging lugging an 18kg lump of metal around a big Tube station like Kings Cross.

[@seanreeves3503]

Mirider is the better bicycle, The simple answer is the price.

[@yahyas]

You are English and live in London. Why in heavens name arent you guys reviewg the most iconic real English Bromtons? Made in London. Please compare that one.

[@ahkl77]

Brompton Electric: What about me?

[@Mulberry2000]

mirider orange is a nice bike go the bike is too expensive, its just not worth it.

[@AntonRu]

“You get a lot for your money” I don’t see any unique features that other brands don’t offer

[@Electroheads]

Crazy right! It's almost as though value for money is in no way correlated to the uniqueness of a feature!

[@oddlytimbotwillison6296]

Huh?@@Electroheads

[@dad7720]

2 very true old adages apply here - You only get what you pay for. Buy cheap, buy twice. I am on my 4th ebike and can confirm these beyond all doubt.

[@dtz1000]

I'm on my first ebike and it's a Chinese folding ebike which cost a lot less than any of these overpriced ones. Had no problem with it whatsoever. It can go off-road which none of these ones can do.

[@Stephen7372]

Fiido d4s is arent bike too.

[@greendrinkguy1882]

You missed two important details in your comparison. The problem with the MiRider is that it does not have "puncture resistant" tires. (it does have a self-sealing inner-tube, but that is a lame substitution because one the inner tube is punctured it's already a bit late.. the self sealant doesnt' always work.. so much better to just use a serious puncture resistant tire instead. especially with something like an ebike where bike shops may not have the right size inner-tubes in stock. -and the problem with the GoCycle is that the "bluetooth" is ALWAYS turned on. (unless you turn the bike off completely. This means that the Gocycle is beaming radiation into your body the entire time you are using it, whether U have your phone attached to it or not. (The health consequences of "Blue-tooth" radiation are known to be worse than other forms of EMF radiation in case U didn't know that.) 5G is probably worse, but with the exception of 5G, blue-tooth radiation is not something that health -conscious people, (or energetically sensitive people) do not want to have anything to do with. -Anyway these are both deal-breaking flaws in each of the bikes and needed to be mentioned.

[@moe_1886]

Sorry... still trying to pick my jaw up off the floor... £4,999!! Nice... but not that nice!

[@izakshuvo8434]

And she's probably still jet lagged or something 😂

[@corykayhoe1033]

Over priced, over priced, over priced

[@dugfriendly]

Quite spendy, these - but I still run my bikes on rice and beans 😳

[@True-crime-tales101]

Gocycles are ridiculously expensive

[@davidhunternyc1]

*CLICK BAIT !!!* After all of this, Electoheads refuses to pick a winner. There's too much money to be made on all of them.

[@cynthialeeharris4569]

None

[@lizvickers7156]

So unless you're really skinny you're not going to be able to ride these bikes. Very discriminating

[@ozbolli]

Lol