One Ride Bike Breakdown: Giant Reign E+ 2

[@tonygee3284]

Man your a cool style rider love all your videos Rich

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thanks Tony!

[@davidsoutdooradventuresand6799]

I have the same E-bike and I always put my power button on automatic. It automatically knows how much power to give you. Man this E mountain bike is SO much fun to ride. I'm always in front of my other friends that are on the trail..haha.. I'm loving this E-mountain bike... This Yamaha motor is one of the strongest so far and I'm not a small guy and it takes me wherever I want to go Quick.... And the battery life is awesome It lasts for hours so that you can ride most of the day!!. Here in Northern California!

[@degster61]

I'm 59 with stage 3 COPD. I have a 2019 Specialized Turbo Levo Expert and before that a 2015 pedal assist Haibike. The Levo allows me to ride with friends and family plus it is simply a blast to ride. I can ride the vast majority of trails here in NWA, not because the bike can't handle all of them, it is more a lack of skill by the rider at times :). Due to the COPD I have regular FEV1 / FVC breath test, the doctors ask me what I do to maintain lung capacity/keep my COPD at bay and my answer is riding my pedal assist mountain bike!

[@jasonmccune9313]

Keep on shredding!

[@DM-fj8wv]

Great review Rich, and awesome riding mate.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thank you!

[@brianthompson1045]

Turbo levo comp here! I absolutely love it! Best recreational item I ever bought! Worth every penny!

[@tonygee3284]

Picked up the same Reign today for a steal. Loving it more than the trance now Just loving the extra plush suspension My daughter has inherited the trance. E Biking is awesome

[@davidsoutdooradventuresand6799]

Thanks for putting out this video. A lot of people need to learn more about these bikes.. They're so much fun and easy to ride!

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Couldn't agree more!

[@MarvinCalderonSKT]

I just bought this bike mostly thanks to your reviews (short and long term videos). I'm really happy with the bike. I live in North Vancouver, BC, next to the mountains so I have very challenging trails to ride. This bike is perfect for these conditions. THANK YOU!

[@drappennen5704]

I’ve been watching since March while recovering from a broken leg and I don’t know how I missed this one. Love your ride vids. Well shot. Very slick.

[@reesmorley1329]

Thanks for the review bro. I just picked up my first emtb, the giant reign e+ 2 pro so stoked you did this and to see my bikes capabilities under someone who can really test it out.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Heck yeah dude!! Glad you're digging the bike!

[@briangarner]

Thought e-bikes where the dumbest thing ever created, until I test road one.............Mind Blowing fun.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

It's crazy isn't it Brian??? A Devinci DC just got delivered, I'm pumped to get out this afternoon and film with that thing. Gorgeous bike!

[@merlinszinhaz]

Just awesome! I have seen this bike only once so far in a shop - huge corpus and nice design. Looked really cool to me ... at some point I am going to try it. Nice one and thank you for this work!

[@richdrewtherideseries]

IT's a really cool bike! You are very welcome!

[@chrisgreen5000]

I totally agree with what you said here Rich. My Giant Trance 1 is broken and waiting for parts so I've been renting bikes so I don't go crazy (crazier). Rented an eBike a couple of times and your assessment is spot on. So much fun, but still a great workout! It enabled me to ride twice as many miles and blast the uphill, still working hard, to get to the downhill. Because of the low extra weight, it bombs the downhill and stays planted for sure. I can definitely see myself getting one of these. I would love to try a lighter version like the Specialized for comparison. Shred on dude!

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey Chris! Bummed about the broken bike man. I'll be getting on the Specialized Levo and Levo SL, possibly a few others, soon and I'll let you know what I think. I've been riding the Devinci DC recently and it's super rad!! I'll be posting a One Ride Bike Breakdown soon.

[@rboote7232]

Good review man, you rip on this, I just brought this bike the other day too, but keen to see your trance comparison. 👍

[@tjsskier]

I was looking for my first E bike.... I was ready to pull the trigger on a Trek. Watched this video and spent $5500 on the exact bike! Can’t wait for Mammoth this weekend!

[@Johnr37us]

I ordered a Reign e pro 1 last week. This is my first mountain bike and I hope I can ride half a well as you.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

That's awesome John! It's a killer bike, you'll love it! Maybe we can get you into a Ride Series Clinic soon.

[@gcrawford31]

Great video and a very accurate description of riding ebikes! Nice job.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thanks Greg! Now I just need to figure out how to wheelie it like you!

[@trapptours6679]

Hi Rich really appreciate your review as I've got my first emtb arriving next week and its this one. I was just searching around for some reviews and came across your channel. You look like really legit rider so the info you have given carries some weight. I am looking forward to the future reviews of this bike but looking at this review I think I have made the right choice to suit my budget, cheers mate 👍

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey there! Thanks for the feedback! I really loved it, such a fun bike. I certainly think it's a great value and it performed flawlessly! Let me know how you like it.

[@trapptours6679]

Hi Rich just getting back to you mate regarding my Giant Reign E+2 and your review. I have had the bike now for 5 days now and you speck with no fork tongue. Everything about your review is true and more some. The suspension on this bike eats my Giant Trance 3 2020, the weight like you said is an advantage. this bike is so much fun, just getting my head around popping wheelies on this thing but the only problem now I'm facing is my son has kicked me off the bike and I have to ride the non assist MTB when we ride together. I am an ex-BMX racer from the 80's to 90's and enjoying your channel👍 Cheers Eddy 😊

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey Eddy! Glad you’re digging your bike my man. I tried like heck to wheelie it and just couldn’t make it happen. Let me know if can get it. Not surprised your son has hopped on it, it’s addictive!

[@trapptours6679]

Hi Rich I think I got it with the wheel gig, power level 3, go past the balance point and continuously feature that rear brake as required balancing the to acting forces together. Yeah I hope my son gets into, it will be a blast (16 year old). Once again thanks for all your wonderful riding tips on your channel to keep safe and your little Duck mate on your handle bars,very cool and funny 👍😄😄

[@archietamayo76]

not much to say, other than tnx for replying to the comments and getting conversation/analysis going. it sure helps with the buying process. will be getting a reign 1 soon.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Archie Tamayo Of course my man!! That’s what these reviews are for. I understand it’s quite a bit of money to drop on a bike and I’m happy to be as much of a resource as I can!

[@gtlockery]

Hey Rich, I just bought the Reign E 1, (2nd Ride yesterday ) My current bike is a custom Trance Advanced pro 29 (Amazing bike) but the Reign E is something else Completely ,So Good!!

[@albertagt]

I am 60+ and 40+ in MTB. August last year I bought in PB a Giant Full E+ 2017 used and you think you can just ride it in full power, it took me 3 month to understand were is the best torque and realize that you can have a lot of fun in NORMAL, mine came with SLX 2 piston calipers now has XT 4 piston also came with DI2 1x11 (AMAZING), also changed the chainring to a 40T, this is a blast from day one. Also had to learn the reaction time for the DI2 in 3gears shift config and fast shifting.

[@jordanrhodes]

Excellent thorough review

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thanks Jordan!

[@14TacomaDR]

Theses are the nicest bike trails i have seen on KZbin

[@richdrewtherideseries]

They really are amazing!

[@tonygee3284]

I got the 2019 trance E and its the bomb

[@richdrewtherideseries]

I agree, very cool bike!

[@SamsBikes]

Hey Rich I just watched your giant review great work mate! I just did a review as well, I was thinking seeing we both had done a review we could have a chat about it live on your channel or mine! Love your style I’m x Bmx as well!

[@Pvbowen67]

Ive watched both your reviews and bought because of this

[@chickenclips]

@@Pvbowen67 same here bro

[@geoffstowe6097]

Greetings from NZ. I’ve just ordered mine. Can’t wait! First E bike. Great review, epic skills dude.

[@BikeLifewithRob]

Fun times. I just got the new Giant Reign and love it...not the E version but its still so fun, great balance on jumps.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Such a cool bike!!

[@VerveElectrical]

Has your motor started emitting a clicking noise on every revolution? My Reign is 8 rides old and the motor clicks on every rotation, audible from 10 metres away and felt through the pedals too. Not happy given the modest trails I've ridden.

[@BikeLifewithRob]

Joey Esterhuyzen take it back to the bike shop. I don’t have the e bike version, just the human powered version

[@johncrabtree3714]

I want one now!

[@richdrewtherideseries]

So do I! Maybe they'll forget I have it ;)

[@bearfer]

excellent bike,excellent video!

[@ruf01au]

Love the review Rich - thankyou - Reign E+2 v Trance E+1 - same price - which one would you pick

[@brizi2003]

Great review Rich. You have some excellent trails for ebikes where you live. I already have an EMTB and can really relate to your excitement and enthusiasm. They're the most fun my son and I have had mountain biking and have certainly made fitness differences disappear, ascending enjoyable and allowed more repeats of downhills to help improve our skills. It would be the only MTB I would have in my garage too, if only it was more reliable!

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thanks Brian! The trail system here is perfect for ebikes. I love how you use the phrase "made our fitness differences disappear!" I think thats such a great point. Out of curiosity, what sort of reliability issues have you had? I'm still very new to this ebike scene and learning every day.

[@brizi2003]

@@richdrewtherideseries In my case replacement motor (due to excessive bearing play) and battery (wouldn't charge) within the 1st 1000 miles and new handlebar remote (-ve button stopped working) about 1500 miles. Bike is now past 2100 miles without any more problems. All covered by warranty that expires in November but those parts are not cheap to buy. I even bought a cheaper 'analogue' hardtail to ride whilst the bike was in for warranty repairs! Motors/Batteries are not serviceable, unlike other expensive bike parts e.g. forks. Also, failures often come suddenly without warning. Imagine having to replace your expensive wheels because the wheel bearing has failed. That's how motors/batteries have been designed!

[@jap7856]

Yea, another rider hook on the eMTB thing. I have had my eMTB for year now and it the best toy purchase I have made in the last 20 years:)

[@richdrewtherideseries]

They're incredible! I've been riding the Devinci DC and now a Trek Rail 9.8 and WOW!! I'm hooked!

[@TravNasty520]

Man what a cool place to ride!

[@TheUhu1995]

Got one too, just love it! 😍

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Great bike!

[@gweenie3]

God I can't wait for everything to open back up so I can get to Bentonville again

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Soon, very soon!

[@wesleyseymour8857]

Lovey smooth riding 👊

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thank you Wesley!

[@sergiomtb55]

I've ridden a e-bike 3 different times, and had an absolute blast every time. If I had the money to have an e-bike along with my other bikes, I would definitely have one. Don't get me wrong, the first time I rode one, I was riding out @ Lake Mead, and ran out of juice, but that was totally on the bike shop for giving me a bike with only half the battery charge left.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey dude! They’re such a blast, I don’t really want to ride the other bikes now. I bet that was a bummer to pedal out on 😳

[@sapinva]

And self driving! 1:55

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Haha, indeed!

[@jomerjsim]

Hey great video. I’ve got the Reign e pro 0 and love it. It’s my second ebike. I had a Trek Powerfly 7 plus which I loved as well. It just needed more travel. The Giant Reign is better at hitting all the big stuff and pretty good at everything else. The Powerfly was better as a trail bike because of the shorter travel and steeper head angle but it struggled on the big hits. The Reign is better for me because it is a good trail bike and when the going gets tough it excels. The low bottom bracket does hit the rocks a bit on technical trails but the replaceable bash guard is cheap from Giant. So just replace it when it wares out. The Pro 0 has all the good gear on it and it all functions perfectly. It’s the best value for money out there.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey Grant! I'd love to get my hands on the 0. I've been on a Devinci DC recently and it's much better suited for these parts. The Reign is gnarly and I feel it's well suited for the big stuff. Hoping to get on a Trek soon and give that Bosch motor a try.

[@jomerjsim]

Hey Rich, no I haven’t ridden a Devinci. I got my Reign 0 for $10500 Australian $. With the top of the line components it’s the best value for money out there. I’ve ridden the Merida E160 9000. It steered a bit quicker due to the Mullet set up, the Shimano was nice but having more settings in the Giant was better. The bike felt more plush at low speed compared to the Reign but when things get rougher the Reign was better. I’ve ridden the new Trek Rail, it felt very neutral and very good for a 29er. I noticed the better roll over on square edge hits with the 29er wheels. The Bosch motor had more of a growl noise to it. The Rocky mountain motor is quiet but has a lot of chain noise due to the amount of chain wheels. I’ve ridden a lot of Ebikes and for my style of riding I like 27.5 long travel that is good as a trail bike and good on the rough stuff. The Reign ticks all the boxes. If the Yamaha motor was smaller in dimensions like the Shimano I would rate it as the best motor. Look forward to more videos.

[@L4J20]

Can't wait to hear more comparison against the TrancE+

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hopefully soon!

[@justsayin3600]

I look forward to your Trance review! I have a 19 Trance 2. I need a softer seat and maybe a new bar and stem.

[@brizi2003]

Following on from your review of the Specialized Stumpjumper and the Giant Reign E+ 2, you definitely need to get your hands on the new Turbo Levo SL, Specialized's new lightweight EMTB offering and give your opinion. The GEO figures are almost identical to the standard Stumpjumper but does its reduced pedal assist make those technical trails more difficult than a standard EMTB?

[@richdrewtherideseries]

I'm really hoping to get on a Levo SL very soon. I know a few people who have ridden one and say it's awesome!

[@domanater480]

Think this might be my next, first full suspension bike. I find it hard justify spending so much money on a bike but as this has a motor it just seems like much better value than a normal full suspension bike. It’s hard though as I’m in my 20’s fit but many people say for me it would be stupid buying an e bike but for me it’s all about the fun

[@Liisjak]

I bought a Stance E+0 Pro...it's amazing for normal trails and the battery lasts for ages (150+ kms with one charge if just cruising in Eco mode).

[@bluray561]

Is it different from the Trance E pro +1 Great bike from Giant

[@DarkSideDefenders]

Thanks for the excellent review. Ive ordered my Reign e+1 last week, should be at my dealer in the next couple of days. Wasn’t sure if i should have waited on the 2021 series, but meh. Its spring, still a lot of bike season left and i think the red-orange look is rad. Can‘t wait to go pick it up and ride it. opted for the 500wh version, since i figured if i really want more juice i just buy a second battery instead of 625wh+extender. Leaves me at 1000wh instead of 875wh. Im wondering, which drive mode did you usually pedal in, how many miles could you drive? looking forward to your next longer review of the reign. Sub. Cheers from Europe.

[@Itsthejourneynotthedestination]

Had a very brief shot on one just last week, felt really good but just seems a bit too slack for my type of riding, great for going down but up the way may be overly tough.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

I hear you Stuart. It's a super slack bike and I think it would incredible in the right setting. Since this one, I've been on a Devinci DC and loved it. Much more balanced and more of an all around bike. I just got off a Trek Rail 9.8 and was BLOWN AWAY!! Such a killer bike and crazy how rideable it is with a fairly slack head tube angle.

[@radleebien2755]

Great video rich! What trail was the last one? The one you ride under a wooden bridge?

[@sbarrett119]

Pretty sure that's Razorback back ridge. It's the same trail he took up to get to the top of the Boneyard.

[@freendeed8410]

True that. The bridge is a third to half way down on Boneyard. RED trail. Tons o fun! Broke a shoulder there last spring. (Don't do that) Rebuilt shoulder and back at it this yr🤙

[@DISABLED12-7]

Great video, I was especially interested in your thoughts on ratcheting because that’s a skill I was working on right before I bought my eMTB. :) Unrelated, what’s that bike stand the bike is in at the end of the video in your garage on the bench?

[@spire393]

Thinking of getting one. How many wheels does it have? Cheers.

[@Kaarzah]

I have a couple bikes, which I've used for similar rides, one is normal, the other is an emtb (haibike allmtn 3), I get a greater work out on the road bike, but I ride more and for longer on the ebike. Even with my bulky frame 6ft 1" 200lbs I can easily get 60+ miles range on the emtb, I can also do 60 miles+ on the road bike, but I'll be absolutely knackered by the end of it.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey there!! 60+ miles is a heck of a range! I'm planning to set out next wee and see how far I can stretch this battery out. I do agree that the roadie is a great workout!

[@Kaarzah]

@@richdrewtherideseries Riding in eco mode for basic assistance but still some work required, in Turbo I'd probably struggle with 20-25 miles :)

[@bounderwater]

Hi Rich, did you get a chance to review the Devinci DC yet? I was wondering which one would you pick between Devinci DC NX or Giant Reign E2 Pro

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey Bo! I haven't had a chance yet, but I'll do my best to put something together soon. Both rad bikes, I think it comes back to 1) where you are riding and 2) what sort of deal you can get. The Reign is definitely the burlier bike between the two.

[@bounderwater]

Thanks Rich for the reply! I live in BC Canada where local trails can get pretty technical. I don’t ride bike parks (if I do I won’t use an EMTB), I like how plush the Reigh E pro’s setup is and the value is so great, but I am more leaning toward to a DC NX or Norco Sight VLT for local trails (more nimble on techy trails). It’s hard to find a demo day right now, the parking lot test ride is all I got...don’t think I will go wrong with any of those, but look forward to your review on the DC.

[@kayakutah]

Interesting. I looked at the specs and a few things struck me. 1st, I'll be 68 in August and live in Utah so almost all of my riding is above 7000 feet. I'm on a Trance 29 Pro 1 and love Maestro. Probably by the time I hit 70, I'll have pulled the trigger on an E-bike. It seems a great opportunity to sacrifice easy performance for fun performance. By that, I mean i can run a larger chainring up front, beefier tires, 160mm Vs. 115mm, super stiff (dare I imagine) Fox 38, etc. and still have a usable bike. And pedal bob? Who cares? To that end, I see they're running 160 crank arms and 36 tooth on the medium. I could never do that on my Trance and make it up the mountain! It improves the utility, reduces the chance of pedal strike (did you notice that?) enables the use of really grippy tires and so forth. And obviously, you no longer need a bash guard for the chainring! I am definitely intrigued. I expect battery and motor technology will only improve.

[@chickenclips]

Hey Rich, you still gonna dig deeper into this bike like you mentioned at the end of the video?

[@justsayin3600]

Nice bike. It kinda looks like a guppy with a bottom bracket sack.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Great description Bo!

[@tinshield]

Bo Lawrence haha hilarious

[@bce8522]

Have you changed the seat?

[@chickenclips]

which one would you take? Kenevo or Reign?

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey Chicken Lips! I've never ridden a Kenevo so I'd have to say the Reign.

[@VerveElectrical]

Has your motor started emitting a clicking noise on every revolution? My Reign is 8 rides old and the motor clicks on every rotation, audible from 10 metres away and felt through the pedals too. Not happy given the modest trails I've ridden.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey Joey! Man, I haven't heard anything like that. Bummed it's happening to you, hope it gets sorted.

[@VerveElectrical]

@@richdrewtherideseries looks like a new motor coming in - even the demo bike I was given had the same motor click. It'll be interesting to see if it happens again.

[@douglaskelly6666]

There are the funnest bikes you ever ride

[@liamsteer2098]

How did it compare against the trance?

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Felt like a lot more bike for sure!! Hoping to get the Trance up here to ride it on the same trails.

[@Healy69]

My friend runs a bike shop and sell giant. He has some of these in. Would you spend your money on one. It’s either that or kenevo. He said he’s sold 35 and only 1 has had a issue

[@imnoaussiediveandfishing]

great video, I have been on an e bike for a while now mainly due to age creeping up on me a bit and also my knees are what they used to be, having said that its the most enjoyable workout you can have, once you get used to the power settings it like riding on level ground everywhere. I have a Specialized sworks levo turbo full carbon , they are much lighter than the giant you reviewed. be great if Specialized gave you one to try out.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thanks!! I'm having such a blast and really dialing in the nuance of this bike. It's really cool to learn something new every ride and find ways to maximize enjoyment. I'm hoping to get a Turbo Levo soon, stay tuned!

[@jakeo6528]

how much does it actually weigh?

[@ieatslag5947]

Do you ride clipless or flats

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Kevin Maldonado Hey Kevin! I’m clipless, running HT T1s. I rode this bike once on flats and it was WAY better for me clipped in. It allowed me to use my feet to move the bike around and helped me keep it with me when i was trying to double some areas.

[@cutznfadez4683]

Thanks for the great reviews. I find your vids very helpful while doing my research. Maybe you can enlighten me All I can find in my area is the Trance e + 0 pro and 2 pro I watch the video on the 1 pro but cannot find anything on the two Is there a major difference Thanks

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey there! It's not a big difference between the 1 and 2. Where you see a major difference is in the 0. The 1 will have a bit better suspension than the 2 and Shimano drivetrain over SRAM. I'd say pull the trigger, rad bike!

[@andrewperry304]

Rad.

[@oktc9712]

Great bike ! the Giant Connect App is the crappiest App ever made. Specialized is much better but Blevo is the best

[@JonasGrumby]

These giants are heavy and therefore need a 625/700 battery.

[@richdrewtherideseries]

They are a little hefty Travis.

[@ThePedro8-25-78]

Awesome review n little tour of some bentonville trails(and I’m not even an ebike fan)!🤙🏻 Please stop calling me a “dumper”!😫

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Thanks Peter! Have you ridden an e bike yet?? So much fun, I'm hooked! Dumper is a term of endearment ;)

[@ThePedro8-25-78]

Rich Drew I’ve only ridden a cheapo thumb throttle ebike! I do most of my riding in the Chicago land Midwest if that makes any sense,so dragging your own ass around is part of the sport in this area! But knowing your trails and trails where it isn’t so flat I can see the positives!last time I rode in bentonville tI brought A 160 bike n I had to work my tail off on a good amount of the trails to get the speed /boost I wanted but I liked the travel for the big stuff in the area!so I could see where that lil bit of explosion you get from the motor helps!

[@NomadFM]

So it's slow

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Hey Nomad! I certainly wouldn't say that. It's a blast and I had fun on it. However, I'd prefer to ride this particular bike in some chunkier terrain to better take advantage of its attributes.

[@tinshield]

I hate low BB’s

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Me too!!

[@SylvainLasnier]

Never try electric bike. It will break mind

[@richdrewtherideseries]

Haha! It's broken mine and not it's all I want to ride!