Niner WFO e9 Ride Review

[@zachskinner8529]

You gotta try the niner rip 9, non e bike. It's awesome

[@JeffKendallWeed]

I'm hoping to!!! I liked the suspension, it pedals great and is still fairly plush and fairly poppy. Definitely a good design!

[@jasiahian7638]

You probably dont care but if you are stoned like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all of the latest movies and series on instaflixxer. Been binge watching with my brother for the last months xD

[@leonardocayson3456]

@Jasiah Ian yea, I have been using Instaflixxer for since december myself :)

[@johnnydoe66]

Even if I were deaf (My daughter says that I am), I would still watch you videos just because of how amazing your riding ability is.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks John!!! Daughters know best lol!!!

[@johnnydoe66]

@@JeffKendallWeed My 17 yr old thinks so....lol

[@martynprice87]

I don't think you could pay someone a higher compliment

[@ChadLudlow]

Here Here!

[@kurtisk.2725]

Great video, I really appreciate these honest reviews! And I just wanted to say that I love watching you ride, it puts a smile on my face every time.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Kurtis, that means a lot!

[@MonsterChuck]

You freaking rip, brother! Never get bored of watching you ride.

[@jaymorgan9331]

I have a Niner RLT, love it. Indeed this bike will have 1/2 or more of the upgrades you made as “stock”. Another great video. Sleep well and ride well all.

[@HarborEdwin]

You are The Manual Wheelie King! Watched entire video...Okay...Wheelie King in General!!

[@DiogoChaves]

Jeff, I know exactly what you need: A unicycle. I bet that front tyre never loses its hairs. Great content 😊

[@JeffKendallWeed]

But do they make those with a motor?

[@DiogoChaves]

@@JeffKendallWeed You mean a un-e cycle? Pitch that to a business angel and don't forget yours truly when it starts soaring 😂

[@gogovitch66]

Man, those drone shots are mint! 👌 A beautiful piece of land, that is 😁

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Gogo! Logan is good with the bird, but also it's easier when we're someplace truly special like that!

[@gogovitch66]

jep, it's really stunning 🍂🌳 So then, good job @ Logan 👏🏽

[@MTBNomad]

You are the best MTB KZbinr out there man. You shred!!!

[@MTBraging]

Jeff, you’re a bad ass free ride “period 🤘🤙🔥

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thank you!

[@alcopower5710]

Talented rider, great content, superior video........not sure why you don’t have 500xxx subs.

[@pedalhound]

Wow, your riding just blows my mind... That bike looks hella fun too.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Rivers! The bike is cool- I'm really liking having the motor combined with more suspension. Hoping to get some more adventures on this bike soon!!!

[@alejandronovelo1265]

Even without the audio, you tell an awesome story. The cinematography is outstanding! Can you review the rocky mountain growler, please. I'm thinking about buying one (from Jenson of course).

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Alejandro! I'd love to rock a Growler, but I've got another Rocky incoming here at the moment. Stay tuned!!! And BIG THANKS for supporting Jenson- those guys are awesome and are a big reason we can make these videos!

[@benanderson4639]

Im just here to watch you shred, very pleased.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Ben!

[@ZMan-xr5fz]

The New Wfo's should come with a ZEB now.

[@brianfurtaw7893]

Thanks man that was quite a great ride

[@mtbendurocolombia8886]

Jeffff que motivación ⛰️🔥🔥💯🚴que estilo ..⚡

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Gracias hombre!!!

[@montyjcm]

Do you a have a quick reference for trails in Sedona that you would consider ebike worthy? Obviously most of the main mtb trails are off limit for emtb. Great film work and production on this btw!

[@willbros1499]

What I gleaned from this is...they built an E MTB that comes with suspension that doesn't allow for the 59 lbs bike to ridden aggressively without substantial upgrades. Not sure of the cost of the bike up front, but it seems like they would provide something that would be a little beefier in the outset, rather than requiring swapping things out. I like the idea of the big battery and powerful motor, but when you get up in that weight range, what's the point if the suspention doesn't support the weight? It would seem to make a lot more sense to go with something like the new Orbea Rise with the battery extender that could be used on longer epic rides, evne if it's 140-150mm travel.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Well Charles, most folks would probably be just fine with most of ten stock parts here- but I can only guess about that. It's hard to find 180mm travel ebikes, and the costs and weights are already going to be up there. The fork ugprade from the stock 35mm (Lyrik and Yari are 35) stanchion to the 38 was a godsend. I haven't tried any of the lighter, minimalists eMTBs, but we don't really have places for those here- yet. We need super bomber eMTBs for our rugged but motorized riding spots.

[@willbros1499]

@@JeffKendallWeed ...Yeah, and I get your point. You're not worried about taking that bike on one of your epic rides like you were taking at the end of the summer, because you're not allowed to. Bummer. I'm sure the 38 felt a lot better on that bike at that weight, and I guess if riders knew that going into it, they could sell the stock fork and upgrade right out of the gate without too much out of pocket expense. Either way....nice review, and it sounds like you have a good time on it!

[@thepedalsadvocate7389]

Did you remove that plastic chain guard? I see it off and on in your video. Saw you remove it.

[@taffycymroukmtb9073]

Great stuff Jeff 🚴😉 hope your keeping well 😉🚴👌👌👌

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks man, you too!!!

[@koho]

Great review. I'm interested in these beefy E-bikes. But I'm also hoping you'll try one of the superlights, like the Turbo Levo SL or the new Orbea (~ 40 lbs). They hess power, but they ride downhill like a normal trail bike, and to your point, the suspension is great (at least on the SL, the one I tried).

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Koho! I had the chance to get a lighter eMTB but actually passed. I am gong to focus more on regular bicycles moving forward. I'd like to have an ebike in the quiver, but my focus has gotta be on traditional bikes for access reasons. Not much eMTB trail in Bellingham or Sedona.

[@koho]

​@@JeffKendallWeed Got it. You certainly don't need no motor. Wait 'til you're old like me!

[@brianrand7191]

Jeff- I think you are great and I appreciate your content. I want to thank you for setting a good example with the ebikes. I know the temptation to ignore the rules and ride on Galby must be tough given your circumstances. So many others are clearly unconcerned a do whatever they want. Thank you for respecting posted rules and supporting the local trail group. It means a lot and deserves a mention. 👍

[@quard1an]

We all know that perfect machines are not for the joy but for the job. And we need joy. So, bikes, continue to annoy us, it's fine 😄

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hahaha! This has been a ton of fun, and I can't wait to get some more rides on it before sending it back.

[@rikherlaar]

I went for the Zeb...38 should be standard on such a bike..otherwise very happy with it..

[@thim8009]

Looks like a sweet ride, but even my levo sl at 38 pounds comes with code brakes.

[@codyengland343]

Great style

[@theleukustrib4220]

how did you get the bushing out of the end of the coil to change the spring?

[@robertwalker841]

how do you compare the niner to the sight ?

[@anewperspective247]

Code Rs won't be much help for a bike so heavy. My decoy shred is 54lbs and im a lightweight, and the codes didn't make it 500miles before I replaces with mt7s.

[@duanehundley]

Making me hungry with all those huckleberries at the 3 min mark

[@JeffKendallWeed]

YES! Excited for next season!!!

[@freshseeker]

59 lbs!?! but bombproof and climbs like dream.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

It wasn't 59 lbs stock, it was probably 55lbs, but I added some beefier parts. I'm glad it's an eBike!

[@JoseCastillo-cn4dc]

Great video.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Thanks Jose!

[@RCKING1]

someone gonna tell him that the guide re uses a code caliper and master cylinder?

[@niklasbjorklund4558]

What hand guards do you got on your bike?

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Just some cheapo ATV hand guards I got from Rocky Mtn ATV MC. They are awesome in the desert, in the summer here in WA (blackberry bushes and stinging nettle), and help a little in the winter with the cold.

[@145hawthorne]

Is there anything J can't ride!

[@maxbrap]

Dude, c'mon! First you copy me with the DRZ, now the ebike...ok, just as a heads up 'cause they're tough to get, next I'm going to buy a Ford Transit crew with the Adventure package and build it out. 🤣

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hahaha your comment made me laugh! I would LOVE a Transit with an EcoBoost, but the cost is way outta my reach. My Promaster is now fully paid off, so it'll be the main ride for a few more years.

[@maxbrap]

@@JeffKendallWeed Well, you are in luck my friend!, I will be selling my 2018 5k mile, 148 High-Roof EcoBoost once the AWD crew shows up. You have until June to roll in some more KZbin loot, get crankin'

[@lonewolf30531]

Ebiking ?

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Yep! A fund change of pace.

[@thecount1001]

eebs are way too heavy to be playful. JKW, hold my IPA.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hahaha well the Tazer was maybe a little more playful in feel, but slightly less practical in the boonies. Horses for courses!

[@josh_on_bikes]

At least it is not the Jeep e-bike, it weighs 80 lbs.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Hahaha!!! No, this is a real eMTB.

[@dae3xt]

you must be on steroids to throw that bike around like that so easy .. 59 lbs. wow !

[@JeffKendallWeed]

No steroids here! just straight up dad bod, hahaha! I am in the gym ~3 times a week, and have done that for years tho.

[@thebadness6217]

these companies need to stop skimping out on tires. How you gonna put an exo casing tire on a 59 pound bike. so many bikes these days come with guide re's. 2 of the bikes i've bought in the past 2 years have them and i just don't like them. Prefer shimano xt's any day.

[@pauleddy5146]

Umm, with the money laid out to get the bike, then put 3K in for "? proper" suspension, that's a pretty expensive e-bike. So buy the frameset, and build your own is the reality . . . ? Everything is OK except everything. Nice, I'll pass.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Paul, unfortunately eMTB framesets aren't really available. It's pretty much a must to get them as a complete. Until the market is better developed, I have a feeling it'll continue like that. The main upgrade I did was the fork, the brakes are personal preference for the wet PNW. Tires are a universal must though.

[@maxbrap]

I ended up buying the lowest spec Altitude Powerplay and replacing everything. Framesets are vaporware, they sell every ebike that hits the store around me in WA, I consider myself lucky to even get one in XL. There probably isn't going to be much of anything until spring '22