Perfect E-Bike Mod Ride1Up Core-5 700

[@alanwessels8925]

I have a 700 and it came with an adjustable stem!! Alot like the one you added! Came standard!!

[@michaelpicozzi3910]

Really I had to buy one

[@alanwessels8925]

Talked to support and he said older models had that stem! Got mine in June.

[@chrisd4432]

I just had my 700 series delivered last week and it didn't come with an adjustable stem

[@FlexibleToast]

Just fyi, it looks like the 700 comes with an adjustable stem now. They have the stem listed as "PROMAX Adjustable 0-60° 60mm 31.8mm Bar Clamp" for the ST and "PROMAX Adjustable 0-60° 90mm 31.8mm Bar Clamp" for the XR version on their site.

[@Deltro61]

I just installed the adjustable stem today, and wanted to post a word of caution. On the surface it seems like it would be really straightforward to put the adjustable stem on. I just want to point out that the core 5 uses a compression or split ring to hold the bearings in. Not exactly the greatest design in my opinion. I think the 500 series and up they have a different design that uses a retaining ring. Anyway the problem is when you loosen up and remove the old stem there is an opportunity for that compression ring to pop loose and now you just created a bunch of slop or play in the fork. I had no idea what happened on mind and ended up disassembling the entire fork, checking videos online, etc. All you really need to do is make sure the fork tube is centered in the opening, but just the weight of the bike will probably put it at and angle and pop that compression ring out, and if you don't know better (like I did not) you could create yourself a big headache. The tube has to be centered or you will introduce slop. And after installing the adjustable stem, I just about say you're better off with an extension stem or post instead. You'll actually get a little greater height. The reviews on these adjustable stems talk about the screws loosening quite often. That's not the case with the extension post. And while this adjustable extension brings the handlebars slightly forward, it's really minimal. I doubt most people would even notice any difference. I think for about $11 you can get an extension stem. Careful out there, and If you're not mechanically inclined, I'd have a bike shop to this. Not hard to do, but easy to screw up too.

[@eastwood111]

I’m not sure if you seen a handlebar riser before but you can get them on Amazon for about $15. They have two different kinds one or raise the handlebars about 4 inches then they have another one that will raise it about 7 inches which might be too much in your situation. I have the one that’s 4 inches of rise on my E bike and love it. You can also use that adjustable handlebar stem with it.

[@Deltro61]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013JY3BTK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Here's a link to one. The adjustable stem gets you close to this in height, but also brings the handlebars closer at the same time. The stem alone does not.

[@anthonymalovrh2912]

Have a handlebar and grips like that - used it on my road bike, Sold the bike but kept the handlebar and grips.

[@SeanFitzgerald]

Awesome. Waiting on my Core 5. I have one of the adjustable stems on my old bike- I'll give it a try, thanks!

[@randallunsford9435]

I raced the Core-5 against my wife’s 700 with my son on the 700...then switch bikes and raced again. Using only throttle. Surprise!...Core-5 is faster.

[@SeanFitzgerald]

@@randallunsford9435 woah awesome! Yeah the specs on the Core 5 are incredible for the price range.

[@chrisd4432]

Keep the videos coming, and if I may add keep The Miata in them as well. I was originally going to get the Core5 but last week I pulled the trigger on the 700 series. I got the XT frame in the gray color though. I'll keep this mod in mind but seeing that I'm 6 ft 2 in tall I'll wait and see until I ride the bike a few times to decide

[@randallunsford9435]

chris diesenbruch Let me know what you think of the front suspension. When I ride my wife’s bike, I find it kind of annoying and so I lock it out. Maybe I’m just not used to it.

[@chrisd4432]

@@randallunsford9435 Will do, it's not supposed to ship until September 15th though. I never had a bike with a front suspension fork so we'll see how it goes. I originally was going to get the Core5 after seeing your videos but decided on the 700.

[@cassiocm]

Hi Randall, congrats on the bikes and the excellent videos! Suggestion: how about if you do a video with all the mods, but link them on the video description. This will make it easier to find just the right one.

[@sandiam7809]

My husband and I did that to our Aventons, very comfortable!

[@mikebronicki8264]

Hey Sandia M, I was thinking of doing the same with our Solteras, did you run into any problems making the switch? Cables reach ok?

[@sandiam7809]

@@mikebronicki8264 no not at all in fact I have a soltera also with riser bars but we had to clamp the light on because it didn't fit how it came but it works great!

[@mikebronicki8264]

@@sandiam7809 good to hear, thx!

[@sandiam7809]

@@mikebronicki8264 You're welcome!

[@juicepro]

Do you have a link for the stem riser I would love to get one when my 500 series comes in later next month

[@urvakshkarkaria9919]

juicepro Looks like this is the model. maybe Randal can confirm? www.amazon.com/Wake-Adjustable-Mountain-Handlebar-Lightweight/dp/B07BFQ25WT/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Wake+MTB+Stem+31.8+90mm+110mm+0-60+Degree+Adjustable+Bike+Stem+Mountain+Bike+Stem+Short+Handlebar+Stem+for+Bicycle%2C+Road+Bike%2C+MTB%2C+BMX%2C+Cycling+%28Aluminum+Alloy%2C+Lightweight%2C+Black%29&qid=1596073947&sr=8-1

[@randallunsford9435]

Yes....that’s it!!!

[@k.chrisrachalphdmpabn7713]

Randal Lunsford did you get the 90 or the 110 mm for the 700?

[@randallunsford9435]

K. Chris Rachal PhD, MP, ABN 110

[@stevekirby634]

I ordered the wrong diameter for the connection to the Core-5 handlebars, they are thick bars and I needed 31.8 x110mm, be careful when you order, there are 4 sizes here, also wanted the longest stem at 110mm, I returned 25.4 x110mm, more appropriate for road bikes: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B086V2W9JX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@tfgatl]

Thanks for the video. I have watched several of your videos and have found them very helpful when choosing a bike. I went with the Core 5 because of its sleek lines and larger motor. Being a bigger guy, I figured I would need all the help I could get after 20+ years of not riding. The Lectric and the Stride were on my short list also. Quick question: did you try mounting that extender 180 toward the rider? Would it bring the bars too close? Thank you!

[@davidluu6701]

Can you share the link for the mirror. TIA

[@Myyt6908]

can you please give me a link or name of the upgraded stem?

[@beetlebuilder5882]

I just got a 500 and I am just the opposite. I would prefer if the handle bars were lower like my mountain bike.

[@jhsyang]

If you add an affiliate link on Amazon you get a tiny slice of sales. Just FYI. I don't know how but all other youtubers do it. Great reviews. Did you update firmware? I hear it changes PAS and boost. I'd love to hear your take if you update please. Thanks!

[@randallunsford9435]

jhsyang I have not updated firmware...I’m a low tech guy...that’s why I do one take, no edit videos. Thanks.

[@miremadmoafimadani411]

Randal Lunsford you’re great man! I really enjoy your update videos 👍

[@pinkperiwinkle9341]

Could you add links or which seat , mirror did you add? Thanks so much!

[@clarkie5]

I had amazon drop off this riser piece (and a cloud 9 seat) today, bike doesn't arrive until Monday. i'm going to be set up for comfort on day one.

[@k.chrisrachalphdmpabn7713]

Hey Randal, thanks for your vids. Any chance you can do a shootout vid between the LectricXP and the R1up 700? I wasnt considering the LectricXP until I saw your comparison video between it and the Core5. Like you, Im particularly interested in the comfort of the ride between these two bikes especially with the handlebars.

[@randallunsford9435]

I’ll try to get that video done. I just got off a long ride on the 700 and had a good ride early this morning on the XP. If money is a factor, it is hard to justify the price difference to get the 700. Buy the XP, add a Suntour NCX suspension seat post, a cloud 9 seat and some slightly wider/swept back handle bars...and you’d have a comfortable, fast, versatile bike for about $1k. With the 700, I’d still recommend a seat, suspension post, and an adjustable stem. You’d be out around $1600. If that extra $600 is not a big deal to you, go 700...it is a slightly nicer bike. But you’ll have just as much fun on the XP with $600 still in your pocket. Also, it might keep you from having to buy a rack.

[@k.chrisrachalphdmpabn7713]

@@randallunsford9435 Makes sense. Thanks. Money not an obstacle but being able to avoid the bike rack is a plus! Now waiting to see how the XT step thru does in comparison. I understand the battery is different. Which slightly wider/swept back handle bars did you put on your XP? Thanks again.

[@randallunsford9435]

K. Chris Rachal PhD, MP, ABN Having trouble posting the link for the handlebars. On Amazon, search “Sunlite MTB/City Steel Handlebars “ $18.95 free shipping.

[@k.chrisrachalphdmpabn7713]

Randal Lunsford wanted to thank you for your recent videos...helped me make my decision...actually pulled the trigger on the 700 ST. Will likely be adding your recommended suspension seat and adjustable stem. Going to do some more research on the seat... hearing good things about the Cloud 9.

[@randallunsford9435]

K. Chris Rachal PhD, MP, ABN wife has the cloud 9 on her 700 and loves it. You might try the Cloud 9 first and see if you still need the suspension post.

[@jimm4260]

Randall, on your wife’s bike, what power levels are you set on for each level of assist? I just got a 700 for my wife also. Thanks

[@chrisd4432]

I see you have the suntour ncx seatpost. I was wondering if you kept the original spring or replaced it with one of the optional ones.

[@randallunsford9435]

Original spring...and I’m 230. Seems to work great.

[@chrisd4432]

@@randallunsford9435 thanks, I'm 6'2" 225lbs , I ordered the optional firmer spring (waiting on it). The post came yesterday, I pulled the spring out and saw it has a bushing/spacer in the middle of the spring but it doesn't look like the firmer one has it. Thanks for the info.

[@jamesharrison7114]

@@randallunsford9435 Hey do you have a link to yor Seatpost? I am having a hard time finding a 30.4 size. Did you shim a 27.2?

[@randallunsford9435]

James Harrison ...it has a shim

[@jamesharrison7114]

@@randallunsford9435 Thanks bruda. I just ordered my Core 5 and was scowering the intrawebs .

[@lkkpachecoable]

which size Suntour NCX suspension seat post did you get 27.2?

[@randallunsford9435]

Core-5 seat post is 30.8 mm. The post I got was smaller than that but came with a shim.

[@mark3158274]

Randal no issues with the handles with the cables with the modifications ? I get mine in a few weeks.

[@randallunsford9435]

Not sure what you mean by issues w cables. They are all mooveable/adjustable.

[@mark3158274]

@@randallunsford9435 Are the cables to tight when you turn the handle bar?

[@randallunsford9435]

Mark McKibben ...nope...works just fine.

[@saribmahmood]

Check out this review of RadMission 1. Both these bikes seem very close and would give you the same riding style that you were looking for. I know you already got the Core 5, but why would you prefer one over the other. Interested in your thoughts. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iJWTcnSBrtSMg7s

[@olivercox2565]

Old people be old.