Ride1Up Core-5 Electric Bike Initial Impressions

[@derwood]

Thanks.. been waiting for a someone to do a overview of this bike. Look forward to your update videos.

[@bernievassallo3336]

I think you did an excellent job on this video! I have one question for you though. You mentioned that on throttle only it took approximately 300 yards to get up to the 20 MPH. Is that accurate? That’s three football fields. I’m getting this bike to assist be getting to a trolley stop as there is a pretty big hill at the beginning of my trip… hopefully it has enough power to between the throttle and my legs to make it not so rough on me. Again awesome video. I just thought of one more thing… do you remember the brand name on the lights you added? Thanks and enjoy. Bernie

[@mehrdadhg]

Can you please do a more in-depth review. Maybe cover the computer, the ride quality, some footage of it in motion etc. Would really appreciate your insights.

[@dp9324]

Bought the 700 series (XR) in the same color a few months ago, love it. I'm 6' 3", 270lbs and the 700 series hauls my fat azz up to 28mph with pretend pedaling (as one runs out of gears at about 24mph or so). I've set the controller on mine to 22 amps (1000 watts) and there's not a single path or road I've found that it cannot handle with ease. I DID have to take my 700 series into the bike shop for rear-wheel truing however, as the spokes in the back were VERY loose as they came from the factory, but that solved 100% of of any noise-related (and ride-quality) issues I was having with the drive line. However, I would recommend though that smaller riders consider something like this Core5, as the 700 series (XR) weighs in at over 70lbs and is gigantic as far as frame size. Perfect for me, but certainly not for smaller riders or those who might have trouble lifting that much weight up on to a bike carrier. I'm impressed with the quality and value of Ride1Up, for sure!

[@HTtechie]

The 700 XR is over 70lbs? I thought they said 62lbs!

[@dp9324]

@@HTtechie it's 62 without the battery :-)

[@HTtechie]

@@dp9324 Thanks. Nice of them to mention that. I already ordered two, so guess I'll just deal with it.

[@dp9324]

@@HTtechie The battery and front wheels are easily removed so sometimes I'll take off the battery if I need to lighten it up a little bit to load it in a car. You'll like them!

[@HTtechie]

@@dp9324 Yeah, I figured I'd remove the battery. I'll be loading both onto an RV bike carrier, but will have my wife to help. Don't know which carrier, maybe Hollywood.

[@johnwigren2497]

I like it better than the Rad Mission that came out.

[@Alttabbins]

If the Rad Mission came with more than 1 gear, I'd be sold. I am looking for a commuter bike that doesn't look like a novelty item. This looks like the best option, but its not going to ship for months.

[@RomainDelmaire]

Not only it's a better bike for the price, but Ride1Up is a much more serious company. At least they don't take order without even knowing when they will have stock. As far as I'm aware, Ride1Up doesn't lie to their customers about that kind of stuff. With Rad, 4 months passed between the day I ordered my bike and the day I cancelled my order and they proceeded to lie to me multiple times telling me that my order would ship in 2 weeks blablabla, 2 weeks pass and nothing would happen, and they would delay the delivery by another month and repeat the same pattern every time. Looking at the subreddit, this is a widespread issue with Rad that not only affect the bikes, but also the accessories. People have to wait 4 to 6 months before receiving their order despite Rad charging your card on the day of the order. Ended up ordering a Core 5 with better specs for a similar price and it was shipped in less than 24 hours. No BS from them, no lying to gain customers. What's advertised on the website is what you get.

[@bernievassallo3336]

Hi John I wanted to ask if you are still happy with your core 5?…thanks!!

[@jameslunsford9112]

Good initial review video, thanks for letting me test your bike

[@deeb5409]

Nice informative review. Can you send link where I can get seat?

[@katiebrown6178]

Excellent review! Thanks! Mine should be coming in a few weeks (fingers crossed)

[@bernievassallo3336]

Hi Katie;) I wanted to ask how happy are you with your core 5 from ride 1 up?… thanks and God bless you!!

[@phototristan]

If you wanted to, can you ride this without even pedaling at all?

[@kushpaladin]

yes there is a throttle with a 20 mph top speed on flat ground

[@Oheeeoh]

Thanks for the write up!

[@kushpaladin]

and how about a riding video? i want to see the handling

[@aidenpettit9054]

Great review but do you have any idea of how much range you could get using throttle only?

[@nevkarma]

im ready to buy this bike i just wanna know about the issue you had eager to find out, ty!

[@randallunsford9435]

vision kaushik it was a brake adjustment issue. Kevin has been very responsive and is making it right.

[@nevkarma]

Randal Lunsford oh okay thank you for letting me know probably still going to get this or the lmtd if i can stretch it

[@bernievassallo3336]

Hello I wanted to ask if you got the core 5 or another model from ride 1 up and how happy are you?… thanks and God bless you!!

[@SteveL11]

What kind of headlight and taillight are you using? Seat & grip too as well lol?

[@jeffmoore9487]

Does the Core 5 throttle and/or pedal give a little power from a dead stop? I find that real useful in the city and on snow and ice when you must manage power more precisely. Thanks

[@jdubdoubleu]

yes. the higher the setting level the more torque from stop

[@jeffmoore9487]

@@jdubdoubleu That' great info. I'm 70, been riding electrics every day, snow and all since the 90's. Details matter. This bike seems like good value. Thanks!

[@urvakshkarkaria9919]

How is the ride without any front suspension? Has the suspension on the seat helped? thanks

[@randallunsford9435]

The suspension on the seat post on the Core-5 is a Suntour NCX...and it makes a HUGE difference. I’ve never ridden a bike with Front suspension. My wife’s Ride1Up comes in today. I’ll get back w you and let you know.

[@urvakshkarkaria9919]

Thanks for the prompt response. also, I don't see the Amazon links for the accessories. I'm interested in the lights and seat. thanks, again.

[@brianschultz5696]

What seat did you buy? Is it comfortable?

[@brianschultz5696]

Randal, I like your grips, seat and lights. Can you share the links where you bought them? Also, regarding the seat, would you say it is "Outstanding" for comfort or not? I want to get the most comfortable seat possible.

[@randallunsford9435]

Brian Schultz I’ll work on the links...no guarantees...not a tech guy. The seat is good but I wouldn’t classify it as uber comfortable. With the suspension post, it is perfect. I prioritized looks over comfort.

[@brianschultz5696]

@@randallunsford9435 No problem. If you can, that is great. What seat post did you buy?

[@randallunsford9435]

Brian Schultz suntour NCX....highly recommend

[@brianschultz5696]

@@randallunsford9435 Thanks Randal!

[@DegenerateChopper]

Yes do an update video soooonn

[@davidjolin7585]

Randal do you find that at level 1 assist it goes too fast? I'm hitting about 18 mph flat with light pedaling. Speed just seems to keep climbing until 18 or 19 mph for me (i'm 175#). I have another ebike and it's level 1 is only about 12 mph - which is great for traveling with others that don't have ebikes.

[@randallunsford9435]

Mine is about the same as yours...but I kinda like it fast. Have you done the changes in the controller screen to get nine levels of power assist? That may help...instead of having 5.

[@davidjolin7585]

@@randallunsford9435 - yes reset to 9 levels, no change. The bike is for my wife, so I want to make sure it isn't too much for here. I have a ebike kit on my bike with a much more powerful motor, but it can go slow on level 1.

[@daven1947]

Same bike for my wife. Way too fast and powerful for assist level 1. Cannot find a way to slow it down.

[@davidjolin7585]

@@daven1947 Ride1up fixed the situation of too fast. Their support was great, very pleased with the bike now.

[@daven1947]

@@davidjolin7585 what did you do to slow it down?

[@tammiekahn4467]

Are these swept back handle bars the ones that come stock with the bike?

[@randallunsford9435]

Sometimes they change them up...but these came stock when I bought.

[@E-Ryders]

I like your last name....lol

[@gregoryneuman1760]

1m 5’8 with a 30’ inseam and don’t want a step thru, do you think I’ll be able to fit this?

[@randallunsford9435]

Gregory Neuman YES. I’m 5’9” but only a 29” inseam...it is snug but the stand over height is no problem for me. I wouldn’t recommend for 27” inseam or shorter...28 borderline.

[@gregoryneuman1760]

Randal Lunsford. Thanks I really didn’t want a 500

[@bernievassallo3336]

Hi Gregory ! Do you mind a couple questions… did you get the core 5 or the 500 and how did it work out inseam wise? I’m a 29 inch … any info would be awesome!! Thanks

[@gregabrahamson6539]

Great video and a great looking bike. If I move forward and purchase one as well I love the seat you added as well as the grips. Could you please let me know what brand those are and Amazon Im assuming? Also, are those the standard handlebars swept back or did you add those as well and of so, is assembly easy to do that? Mahalo, Greg 🤙

[@randallunsford9435]

Both the seat and grips were purchased from Amazon. Grips are by Ergonomic. The swept back handlebars came with the bike from ride1up but are not hard to change out, if yours doesn’t come with them. Still love my Core-5

[@austinwoodworth4719]

You think a shorter guy can enjoy this bike? I’m 5 foot 6

[@randallunsford9435]

Sure...they come in two frame sizes

[@bernievassallo3336]

Hi Austin did you get the core 5 from ride 1 up if so how is it?…thanks

[@toddpavuk5047]

Do not but Ride 1 Up. Mine lasted 13 months and they do not support it. Stay away from this shit.

[@Frdzed]

Too much chatter with little to no information on parts used and from where.

[@johnpuccetti6019]

It is much better to wait until you have ridden the bike for a while. It is a wasted review with out experience.

[@derwood]

You're Blocked

[@Vahkii]

@@derwood He has a point. I wouldn't say it's a "wasted" review though.

[@mark3158274]

Very few reviews on the core-5 I'll take any info on the bike.

[@boardgameaddict1966]

Appreciate the review.

[@elmarkiuxrazalas6647]

Oh please!!! Wake me up when you start riding it, too much verbal diarrhea.

[@davidwilcox5721]

Jerk!

[@elmarkiuxrazalas6647]

@@davidwilcox5721 Sheep.