I cant Believe This Bike is Real!! *CARBON FIBER ROAD E-BIKE* (Ride1Up CF Racer1)

[@GCPerformance18]

Check Out the Bicycle Here: bit.ly/3upBqRs It isnt very often that I am blown away by a bike, but honestly for everything that this bike is and everything it offers all for $2300, it is hard to find a carbon fiber road non e-bike for 2000 with integrated carbon fiber bars.... The best way to describe this product it is literally so close to how a stock normal bicycle feels that it is such a good thing, too many times company's do to much and make an e-bike clunky heavy and not functional for everyday use, if this battery on this bike died I would be very confident to be able to ride this bike like a stock road bike. I am going to do some fun videos with this bike, but for now me and the guys at the shop are having a blast playing with this bike and testing it out for top speeds and hopefully in the future I am going to have a race against one of my guys in the shop who is a novice on the bike against me and see who wins. Very nice product from Ride1up and from the literal packaging when I first saw it to the finishes of the bike to the frame and bars and how everything was so user friendly for the ebike they did a great job including the price point of this bike.

[@leslie7922]

Finally a company without 800% margins

[@jahairl227]

Interesting, if all the equipment is sourced quality parts.

[@33jayy]

It's nuts 😮

[@AlbertoBautista-h1k]

Thanks for the video. I’m an aging cyclist and an ebike gives me the opportunity to keep on riding since I started riding road bikes 52 years ago. I live in Nova Scotia and there’s hardly a flat road here at all so the hills just keep getting harder and harder as I age and having a hard time to maintain my power numbers. Thanks again for introducing a road ebike with great features and fantastic price!

[@GCPerformance18]

this is what it is all about we have so many olderr customers going to ebikes to help them rife the speeds they were use to riding

[@brockjennings]

I use my Orbea Gain e-bike for my "early season build-up" since I live in the mountains with many gradients in the teens. It's nice having the electric assist available if my fitness falls a bit short of my desire to put in the miles. The CF Racer1 looks to be a tremendous value and nearly a third less in price as my Orbea.

[@madisonsinclair5123]

Holy Cow. I ride an electric pinarello with similar specs that cost $7k. This thing is a steal. The smaller battery likely also makes the bike much lighter. As for the range, anyone who rides an e-bike eventually figures out that you can't run the battery the full trip. That's the blessing and curse of electric road bikes. Mine is a real beast with the motor turned off. But I tend to keep the system powered down until I actually need it for the hills. The main goal is to save the juice for the ride home. By that time you're kind of exhausted and having the privilege of a pedal assist is a real blessing.

[@GCPerformance18]

yea I just did a video to show off this bike as well and rode it 24 miles and the battery lasted really good and also you can add on a battery to it to extend it

[@PaulFoster-o1j]

So glad my local bike shop just reviewed this bike. I live 1.5 miles away and received my CF Racer 1 Gravel in grey 56cm the same week. Bike rides so nicely. Hit 28.5mph on my first ride at level 5. 😊 There are additional display screens if you push up and down buttons together showing more riding data and adjustable settings etc.

[@GCPerformance18]

thats awesome, after reviewing this bike at the store as well, I am really considering getting these bikes in stock, they are insanely nice

[@PaulFoster-o1j]

@@GCPerformance18 That would be awesome. I have their Roadster V2 Gravel too.

[@papis408]

What kind of “REAL” mileage are you getting with that 250w motor

[@Shadowboost]

​@@papis408 zero. They're doing 40-50 watts on the ride

[@johntatum9130]

Their website lists a cadence sensor, not a torque sensor.

[@ErichVonCartmann]

WOW! AMAZING! Can't wait to see the more in depth testing. I just looked up the specs, this bike is amazingly spec'd. It comes with a 250 Watt-Hour Battery and the "add on" 250 WH battery is only $220. That is a total of 500 Watt-Hour with both Batteries. One negative on this bike is that it only comes in 2 sizes, 1 of them has a 545mm-top tube, and the other one has a 572mm top tube. For me, 545mm TT with the 90mm stem it comes with, is a bit on the short side for me, but then again, I can take out some Headset spacers to make the Reach/Top-Tube effectively 10-20mm longer if I wanted to (with the same 90mm stem).

[@GCPerformance18]

I know!!! I am going for a long ride this week on the bike to test out this motor and see how it goes but this thing so far is awesome bike

[@klein-concept]

Damn thats impressive at first glance. Think this will help a lot of people to get into road biking without having to be super fit from day 1. 🤩

[@jlp-mtb1391]

It’s a great looking ebike. I might get the gravel edition of this one. Thanks for the detailed review.

[@GCPerformance18]

your very welcome I am going to do more on this

[@Zzyyxx22]

I’d be interested in seeing what difference throwing some like those Magene wheels on would do to the distance you get out the battery. I assume it’s possible to swap the rim and spokes out for something a little more exotic than what comes stock. I’m also guessing you’re stuck with the bar that comes with it or is the display on a Garmin/wahoo style mount?

[@BrianMcDonald]

Put a 12 speed electronic groupset on it and a 52t chainring ! a 10 tooth cog with that motor would be fun as hell lol

[@daviddjerassi]

Fantastic Bike a Fantastic review honest no BS love it thank you GC they will sell a million.

[@GCPerformance18]

I plan on doiung more riding on this bike, it is such a cool price point and literally what I think a bike should be priced, so much value and the product is otp notch

[@daviddjerassi]

I agree 100% thank you.@@GCPerformance18

[@iMadrid11]

It’s probably time to buy a GoPro for filming in this type of situations.

[@GCPerformance18]

you right lol

[@Questioneverything72]

What happened to the drone? Or the other camera with gesture command feature?

[@iMadrid11]

@@Questioneverything72 You can’t fly a drone to follow you while riding on public roads. Unless you want to get arrested by the cops.

[@jeanalex8992]

This E-Bike looks great.. I just wished it got an aluminum frame with externally routed cables at the handlebars instead along with an easily removable battery..

[@GCPerformance18]

the battery is removable when needed, it comes through the bb area but honestly, this bike is perect as is and also the customer has been around long ebnough with great support

[@galenkehler]

This is a perfect little e-bike for general riding, little kick up the hill and then ride around acoustic for 95% of the time.

[@Shadowboost]

Please stop using these stupid terms invented by e bikers

[@galenkehler]

Idk, acoustic is a pretty simple and understandable way to differentiate between the two, it's a perfect analogy

[@VendetaBrown]

I have their Gravel Roadster. Put wide flat bars and a long stem on it, thing rips. These are great bikes. One thing - nobody is climbing anything for any decent distance on this thing. Straight up. Body weight is huge. And this thing on Level 5 to climb will not last anywhere near the stated range. Flat, Level 2-3 for a lightweight person, sure you’ll get 20+ miles easy. But that dries up quick with more weight at higher assist levels. Really cool bike though, the future of e-bikes will be badass as these get better.

[@Gravitationalist]

Maybe the motor disconnect is up by the bottom bracket and easily accessible? You wouldn't be able to change the tube or rear tire without disconnecting. Looking forward to the follow-up.

[@TheBigCheeese85]

Secret KOM destroyer lol

[@andrewg923]

Very cool! Would love for my wife to get one so she could join me on faster rides

[@GCPerformance18]

it owuld be perfect for that and not as dorky

[@AzaiKyou]

Never ride an ebike but definitely something I'd think of using once I'm way older, just wish they had better sizing since I'm only 157cm

[@IronHorsey3]

That's pretty amazing.

[@Williamchan87]

I actually found this bike online just before this video came out and I contested the comp at for some other info on either products nd instructions and they are extremely responsive, also this bike can be fitted with an additional external battery that sits on a water bottle cage attachment system. Though I am not sure if this bike can have its internal battery changed however all their other bikes can

[@GCPerformance18]

yes the bike is so nice and yues you can change the battery inside but you need to remove the cranks and bb

[@Williamchan87]

@@GCPerformance18 oh cool, cause the roadster series you get to the battery from the bottom of the downtube.

[@dexterx55]

That frame looks VERY similar to my twitter Gravel frame except for that bottom bracket area. Might even be produced in the same factory. In terms of longevity my frame held up amazing and i had that bike for almost 5 years now as my daily commuter.

[@mathiasraphaelbachmann7063]

There is a German company, deruiz, they sell the exact same bike with the name santa maria. Litterly everithing is the same, even the toolbox you get shipped with is the same. It's just a china mass product.

[@JayLato]

The problem I see across the industry is proprietary batteries. Specifically with new companies. If the company bellies up then what with the replacement pack? You’re left with a heavy bike that nobody will want. There should be a battery pack design that is standard across all e-bikes, companies can design the casing however they want but the battery packs should all have the same dimensions and compatibility so they are repairable/replaceable. We need to marry the standardization of say AA, AAA, C, D etc. batteries with the latest battery tech.

[@reallifescience2069]

The cells inside are standardized, so you could always repair the battery by sending it to a battery repair company. There is no way for bike companies to design their frames, electronics and housings with the same fit battery. You don't realize how large the batteries are. The downtubes would all have to look basically the same. I understand the dream, but it is not realistic at all.

[@JayLato]

@@reallifescience2069 then there could be levels of standardization such as light, medium, heavy, commuter, cargo, then manufacturers can have their pick at frame design based on what their range goals are. You don’t put a D sized battery in a toy made for AAA because the standard allowed the manufacturer to choose the proper fit for their product.

[@brentcollins9727]

I have the new Trek E bike with hub drive and it’s phenomenal. It literally propels you along. With that all that power, the range is terrible. You definitely need the battery extender.

[@stevevanness4195]

Left shifter is a missed opportunity for motor control

[@nathlang2314]

If continues biking at high speed Battery will last somewhere 17 miles? Can we install Ride 1 up Roadster V2 add-on battery by the seat tube for this CF Racer 1 maybe will get more miles?🚴‍♀

[@GCPerformance18]

yes you can I think you can keep it plugged in and the second battery will kick on once trh efirst one is drained

[@DD-xx8wh]

great detailed comments, can't wait for your range test. what is your ride experience with R 1 Up's "Advanced..." cadence sensor vs a torque sensor also can you change to a traditional stem and what do feel is the largest tire you can run?

[@treyhorn5645]

Love it. I wanna see the gravel bike. How do you change the battery?

[@n22pdf]

Wow got to admit that is a great deal :) Pete

[@GCPerformance18]

It sure is!

[@MartinFeeney1962]

Any thoughts on the correct size for a 5' 8" female? She would straddle both sizes. I think a 56cm would cause her to be too stretched out. Also, I assume the motor can be turned off so the bike can be driven without assistance. Thanks.

[@GCPerformance18]

go medium for here, I am large and 6 foot

[@Josh-atz]

Is it easy to replace the battery if needed?

[@GCPerformance18]

You have to remove crank and bb to get it out. So it’s a little process but yes doable

[@MemoryDrawingsBand]

Looks amazing, but website currently only shows 50cm or 56cm frames...

[@pulser955]

I think the first question you have to ask when it comes to low cost e-bikes is are the motor, battery, and charger UL rated.

[@bikeman123]

Cant see a charge port. Is the battery detachable?

[@spkroadbikes]

I believe it is on the lower part of the seat tube on the non drive side near the bottom bracket

[@GCPerformance18]

The battery can be removed but you have to remove the crank to get it out

[@abrdaly]

My son is 5 foot 10. Large or small. Thx!

[@GCPerformance18]

go large you are wlecome

[@Raven5763]

I would buy that over the Madone/Tatmac 105 versions.

[@testing3166]

I wish the gravel version came with straight bars. Nice bike though.

[@GCPerformance18]

they mkae a ton of models out there

[@RenghisKhan]

It would be nice if they would offer the option to buy an extra battery that fits on the bottlecage attachment screws. But all in all, that ain't too shabby at all.

[@trekkeruss]

According to the Ride1Up site, they do offer an external battery available for $290.

[@SuchFinessse]

They do. I have the extender on two of my ride1up bikes and they’ve worked flawlessly over a thousand miles on each bike.

[@sabo7808]

When will the new Venge be introduced?

[@rivnuts7398]

Could you swap out the rear wheel with the motor hub with a standard, 11-speed wheel?

[@GCPerformance18]

no that wheel is connected by a wire, unless you cut it lol

[@jeffmiller3405]

there is probably a bottom panel to access the battery, and maybe a way to disconnect the rear wheel there

[@vernfrier1771]

@@GCPerformance18 There is a wire connection inside the frame.

[@vernfrier1771]

@@jeffmiller3405 Yes a panel on the bottom side of the bottom bracket that is easily removed.

[@vernfrier1771]

The rear wheel is fastened with dropouts, not a thru axle or quick release like other bikes. Also the frame is much wider than regular bikes so spacers would be needed as well.

[@chriss6971]

Good commuter, can use motor when you've had a big day at work.

[@MrYAMAHA32177]

Local Strava riders should expect to lose their KOM's soon.

[@MrYAMAHA32177]

Uh oh! GC just stole your KOM!

[@GCPerformance18]

lmaoooo going out 28mph

[@87togabito]

Frankly who cares about KOMs? Does your KOM determine your abilities as a rider? Do you gain FTP for every KOM you have? Or is it just a worthless title for bragging rights?

[@FCF09]

Do you have a direction to point in me when it comes to TT/Tri bike saddles?

[@GCPerformance18]

saddle are a hard one, everyone is so different and it is a preference thing..... I would honestly go to as fitter and spend the money

[@Shadowboost]

ISM

[@FCF09]

@@GCPerformance18 I found your old video on the Specialized power pro with mirror and am going to order that one

[@robertpiche5167]

Fantastic bike ! but never in my life a ebike maybe at 90 years old 😅

[@larryt.atcycleitalia5786]

I used to say that - until I hit 68 and decided I still want to do some challenging/longer rides but don't want to risk being too fried to make it back home! E-bike's on the way (not one of these but one with a proven MAHLE X20 system) and I hope to ride it around with minimal assist as my wife does now with hers..but with a dial-up "tailwind" if I overdo it :-)

[@NeedSpeedRC]

Sizing seems interesting. Either 50 or 56.

[@martineichengreen9694]

Seems like they're missing a large part of the population by not offering an in-between size around 53-54cm

[@mammothtarm]

Have you done a follow up video yet on this bike??

[@GCPerformance18]

yes I did a ride video for it

[@mammothtarm]

@@GCPerformance18 thanks!

[@kwantani-cycling]

Can you upgrade the wheelset to something lighter eg carbon rim?

[@GCPerformance18]

Probably could but it would be a pain in the ass because you would have to build them up with the same rear hub. Not worth it

[@bilala5260]

Why no throttle if rear hub motor? 🤔

[@Raven5763]

If I read the description correctly, the tires are tubeless. Are the wheels tubeless?

[@wplg]

Can you put a larger chain ring on?

[@theripper121]

Why

[@wplg]

@@theripper121 larger chain ring

[@theripper121]

@@wplg chain ring makes more sense...should use a traditional bottom bracket so no real reason you shouldn't be able to.

[@craven4adventure]

YO!!!! I have been looking for something lite yet under 2,500 for my mom. This might be it!!!

[@GCPerformance18]

im telling you it is perfect

[@craven4adventure]

@GCPerformance18 I'm looking forward to your battery life review.

[@huggcycles1545]

Is that the price to the US, as I'm UK? Looks nice!

[@GCPerformance18]

yes it is usd, but contact them they might be able too

[@SellingNewYorkCiti]

this is what I wanted from the v2

[@colincampbell4261]

What are the dropouts made of?

[@GCPerformance18]

usually always a type of metal probably steel

[@aeidher]

How tall are you? Did the bike fit you well?

[@GCPerformance18]

Yes I’m 6 foot it was the perfect size. A lot of room Up and down

[@aeidher]

@@GCPerformance18 awesome, thanks. I'm 6'2" / 32 inseam, so I'm always worried about fitting. Now I just have to lose 20 pounds to meet the weight requirement! Thx again

[@josephmanussier662]

What is the hub spacing?

[@GCPerformance18]

this i do not knwo

[@troywalt4834]

I don't understand why every review is the grey version when the black version looks so much better

[@IHatePikeys]

How do you change out the fork? that proprietary stem is sus.

[@GCPerformance18]

lol why? you would just buy a new fork that fits the same bearings

[@IHatePikeys]

@@GCPerformance18 Is the tube circular? I just see the rectangular shape. asking about putting a suspension fork on it. It would be an incredible e-powered alternative to the YT Szepter…

[@daviddjerassi]

This bears out 100% exactly what i have written here and many other platforms ,One thing that is destroying the Cycle industry is " GREED ".

[@reinholdachleitner2069]

Excellent video and awesome value for money e-road bike.Great one had cornering at 20mph,you have no fear,you're a professional.😅💯👌🏻✌🏻🚴‍♀️

[@GCPerformance18]

Thanks a lot! I try my best lol

[@howlinhauler]

2 bike garage. 1 road & 1 Ebike with full mounts

[@GCPerformance18]

this is the way

[@stevenhughes1556]

Shame not available in the uk😢

[@GCPerformance18]

Yea I think they are having problems with availability

[@papis408]

No way can you get 40 miles. My wife’s Cannondale e bike w/ 500w motor only gets19 miles on sub 800ft elevation . Really curious what kind of mileage you get with that 250. Will keep an eye out for update

[@GCPerformance18]

yea I am going to plan something really soon and figure this out, I am curious to know as well

[@papis408]

I’m sorry just saw 19. I meant 29. Stupid fingers😂

[@pddellow]

@@papis408 How heavy is the bike? tire size?

[@SuchFinessse]

I’ve managed an average of 25 miles on their roadster v2 in mostly the highest pedal assist level. That’s a single speed heavier bike. I have no doubt that the geared, lighter CF Racer will best that, considering they’re running the same battery

[@Questioneverything72]

Great look for an ebike. Looks and feels like a road bike. But not sure who is this for ? For commuters? I don’t think you can use it much for group rides. Or catching up with cyclist friend. Because 250 watt is not much , so battery is gonna die quickly after + %6-8 climbs. I guess range will be 15-20 miles with climbing. (1000ft per 10 mile route) So they can’t really use it for intermediate or higher level group rides. And major issue is no option to replace battery with a spare one on the road? So I would say this is good for commuting or recreational use and the low price justifies it. But it is not good for +20 mile ride and catching up with other cyclists. I do many rides with my ebiker friend who has a 1000 watt ebike with 45 mile battery range. And he carries spare battery for our longer rides.

[@Shadowboost]

250 Watts is a lot. With that assist, I'd be putting out 430 Watts the whole ride. That's Euro pro levels of power

[@Questioneverything72]

@@Shadowboost I know but that’s not how it works and you are making a mistake of just adding numbers 1)E-bike is heavier. This one not much only 28 LB 2) that 250 watt engine doesn’t exactly translate to 250 watt you get on your pedaling power meter. Anyone who has e-bikes knows this. You can test it for yourself and you will see . Anyways for a slow rider to catch up with a faster friend on a climb they have to get max output of this bike (250 watts), which drains the battery very quick.

[@cosmostrek2001]

Take off the rear wheel and ride it with a regulars wheel and see how it rides.

[@wesleywamsley443]

It uses a cadence sensor

[@GCPerformance18]

yes i thas one

[@dcv9460]

I'm also a PROFESSIONAL 😎👍💯

[@GCPerformance18]

Yes you are!

[@andrewwhite1065]

think id prefer a mid-drive motor/gearbox, a belt and a single speed sprocket on the rear. and yes the latest m/drive motors or combo units are lightweight, compact and might almost fit into that frames b/bracket shell.

[@Zas695]

I don't appreciate that you only have two sizes. I'm shit out of luck.

[@GCPerformance18]

thats the company but how tall are you I am 6 foot and this worked but it can go higher as well, contact the comany

[@Zas695]

@@GCPerformance18 I am 6' 4"

[@justsomedude7556]

hopefully the batteries don't catch fire.

[@drill_fiend1097]

They use Samsung cells. That's adequate.

[@ADVRaiderKTM]

15 mile range is abysmal, what is the use case for a bike like this with such a short range?

[@RegularUsernameName]

They sell a battery for $290 that doubles range and mounts like a bottle cage on seat tube.

[@drill_fiend1097]

Puts many other eRoads and eGravel to shame. Though I would love to see belt drive version someday, since they technically use belt for their roadster. Unfortunately going to be expensive due to added IGH/gearbox.

[@chgofirefighter]

15 mile range for 2k+ meh!

[@GCPerformance18]

I did a ride review and I got 20ish miles with 30 percent left on zone 3 with good help

[@mlee6050]

Only downside I see is 1x

[@rolffuchs2737]

it`s an Ebike. You don't need 2x. I have the Specialized Creo Evo with 1x

[@mlee6050]

@@rolffuchs2737 depends where you ride and what assist, not all use max assist while going up hill where smaller chainring be nice or want a big chainring for speeding down hill

[@carltonholmes8061]

16mph only in UK for e-bikes. 😱

[@nicholasmuni7995]

Made in China I guess!

[@GCPerformance18]

I would not doubt it

[@minimedic7749]

First! 😄

[@GCPerformance18]

Yes you are!

[@marccarter1350]

12kg lol.

[@GCPerformance18]

its a literal e bike

[@marcc8305]

Love the videos, but question, it didn’t look like you were wearing a helmet when I saw your shadow. Were you, I hope? I’m not want to lecture, but having been hit by a car on five separate occasions, the first being the worst, when I was hit by a newly licensed driver, and barely survived. After being in a coma for six days in a rehab hospital for three months learning how to walk and talk I’m lucky to be alive and it’s only because I was wearing a helmet. I realize it was a short little ride, but you’re influencer and people look up to you as well as value your opinion. I’m just saying…..

[@GCPerformance18]

yea I was not, I am sorry, I was riding back roads, I know its something I should be doing and your right but its one of those comfort things where I commute those streets everysay around work and for food, so I think I am safe but you are correct I should be on one and anything can happen

[@marcc8305]

@@GCPerformance18 I hear you and assumed that was the case. Really wasn’t busting your balls so much as I am so hyper conscious and aware of it because the only reason I’m alive is because I was wearing a helmet and too often I see people thinking “it’s a short ride” so I won’t wear one. People forget that it doesn’t take a horrible crash like mine to sustain a very serious traumatic brain injury simply because the way you fall if you have a fall on the bicycle. Thanks for acknowledging it and for your reply as always.

[@fritzgutenberg9048]

Cute toy for beginners and posers

[@savagepro9060]

GC: "I cant Believe This Bike is Real!!" Exactly: E-bikes are NOT bicycles!