Gazelle Arroyo C8 HMB Review - $3.5k

[@GaryFujiokaSr]

Thanks for the comprehensive review Court. Based on it I purchased one from Wake Gregg at The eBike Store in Portland, OR on Thursday, June 24. During the hour or so I was in the shop, three Gazelles were sold; mine, another Arroyo and an Easy-Flow. The build quality and engineering are quite remarkable, and it is very comfortable. Your website and videos are a valuable resource. Thanks again.

[@hankmiller990]

I'm from the Netherlands and have had Gazelle bikes for the pasdt 50 years. It's the Rolls Royce under the bicycles.

[@peaches75x]

I AM buying this bike! Thanks for this awesome review.

[@dobryczlowiek002]

I consider to buy this bike. I am a dutchman. I life in the Netherlands. Great that you can also buy it in America. I thought that they just sell it in the Netherlands.

[@ElectricBikeReview]

We love your cycling culture, this does seem like a great company and a nice e-bike :)

[@alexanderhamilton8585]

I just ordered one yesterday. I'll pick it up on Saturday.

[@BikeGoddessBikes]

Excellent review. I’m very interested in this bike. I currently have a Faraday but I want something with more range. Also, what kind of a camera and tripod are you using? It's a great set up. Thanks!

[@genecoppola4420]

Two admitted bike geeks, respect..lol

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Ha! Yeah, we were totally into it... Brett is great, respect!

[@alecruzcruz9047]

It works just fine. I like it.

[@myracycle]

What is it like to fix a flat tire on this bike, indeed any of the e-bikes bikes you review? Is a e-bike mechanic necessary to re-adjust the chain tension or brake alignment? Thank you, I really appreciate all the information you put out here.

[@ElectricBikeReview]

The front wheel is easy to work on because of quick release but the rear wheel gets more wear and usually carries more weight (especially if the rack is loaded up) and while I think most people with a wrench could get it done, I might still be willing to pay for some shop help. The tires are great however, and shouldn't get flats frequently if you ride on road or path with a bike like this

[@fafeifa]

There is a chain spanner at 4:32 it is a 5mm bolt typical of Gazelle bikes, sadly mines are cracked because they are made of plastic and the chain puts too much torque on it, the part costs 5 eur a piece. I would really stay away from Gazelle for an electric bike here in NL is in the segment of city Bike but their bikes are made with so much in house pieces that you have little options. For instance on normal Gazelle bikes the bottom bracket is proprietary and so is all the chain covers and stuff... makes it really nasty to work on them. For 3.5 k i would stay away from Gazelle unless you enjoy having pieces shipped from NL and get charged by the dealer for the repairs.

[@mysensoryoutlet7498]

You know Le Lu, I didn't think about the pieces that I may need in the future. It's like having a BMW and getting charged a lot for a European car parts. I guess I have to keep looking for the best ebike that will suit my budget. Though, it is still cheaper than a car and insurance.

[@sallygrey8050]

Fantastic ,I would like to use this as my sole transport vehicle , what is the Load Capacity for this one?

[@mikldude9376]

Good informative video . I'm not really a step through guy , but that looks like a good bike .

[@GaryFujiokaSr]

I'm old enough to remember when this frame style was considered a 'girls' bike. Now, however, all of the bikeshare companies, Lime, Citi, Smoove, Ofo, nextbike, etc. have adopted the form factor. My first step-over bike flexed badly, my Gazelle is as solid as any diamond frame I've had. As materials and design have improved I expect the unisex frame style to become the norm, at least in city bikes.

[@philant1985]

Do they still make this model?? I couldn't find it on their website. I could find variations, but not this one in particular.

[@AnnaMooreBASpED]

Could the chain be switched with a belt?

[@kirfdtyuszsaijknmol2469]

let me ask you some question about key.i bought one of the same kind bike but it doesnt have key and lock .what kind problem can get can you explain can it solition this problem.

[@velliot]

10:03 perfect timing 😅

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Yeah, it's great when the timing works out like t hat :P

[@fastfridaysfacts3694]

What size controller does the bosch performance line motor make?

[@ElectricBikeReview]

I'm not really sure on the controller amperage if that's what you mean?

[@fastfridaysfacts3694]

Okay. Why do they use that Bosch motor on all top end bikes?

[@heathweather5995]

first i ever heard of hydraulic rim brakes.

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Yeah... I see them occasionally on European bikes like this, they do seem to work well ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@payasofeo69]

Have you ever fallen while riding and filming? Looks kinda dangerous O_O

[@JN396]

payasofeo69 Yes he has... checkout the Magnum cruiser video @ 19:45. I also feel riding with one hand is unsafe, I wish he had another way to film so he can utilize both hands (maybe an extension bar mounted on the bars with a 360 swivel / counterbalance setup? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJ3Qp3uXmMt2oMU

[@ElectricBikeReview]

Thanks for your concern Juju, I do my best to ride in unpopulated areas but have indeed crashed a few times (the Magnum Cruiser being one of them). I hit a parked car once in a parking lot as well :(

[@alanmoore8114]

Er.. a half hour bike review where you don't ride the bike until the last 2 minutes!?

[@peaches75x]

Alan Moore component talk so important for those looking to buy . I really appreciated the discussion

[@TomBartram-b1c]

Those frame locks are crap (if you'lll excuse the British slang). They won't stop your bike being chucked onto a pick-up but WILL wreck your rear wheel when you forget to unlock it- which you WILL.

[@lienbijs1205]

Everybody in the Netherlands has this ringlock on the bike and nobody is complaining about that.