Ride1Up Factory Tour: How Electric Bikes Are Made!

[@Flyingaceful]

Just ordered one today and the decision was made based on customer service. You can actually talk to a live person for questions and other customer support. It was a no brainer for me. Thumbs up

[@hello-lb3vf]

I had no idea China had such clean and high-tech factories. Very impressive nation. Ride1up is amazing--I am obsessed with their mission

[@pddellow]

This is one of the best videos on e-bikes and production of e-bikes that I've seen in a very long time. Very comprehensive. Done in a reasonable time frame for people to watch. I was not bored! Kudos to you!!!

[@Electrek]

Glad you liked it! I worked harder on it than it looks!

[@GreenScreenBartender]

They really put on a show for you Micah. I ended up buying a Roadster V3 in large part because of this video and their QA and quality control couldn't be further from the video. I had 3 separate issues with mine right out of the box that needed repair despite the QA tag being on it showing their inspection. Would never buy from them again, especially given how insanely bad their return policy is.

[@sirhilsam]

I actually roped in the wife to watch this and we were amazed. The Ride1UP boss was so dedicated to creating a perfect product for the customer. Not for profits. Unheard of today. I wish good ebikes were assessible in Trinidad. Only 2nd rate ones and they're ridiculously priced. Bro! I wish you, your family and your team all the best. Love your channel because, like the Ride1UP boss, you go all out for us❤

[@Sam-dm4rj]

If not for profit, why is the factory in china?

[@jt5747]

"Not for profits"?! Hilarious!

[@EduruChan]

@@Sam-dm4rjskills, supply chain and quality…

[@jarbrohenry9686]

I used to work as an electronics technician for a major manufacturer here in the United States, and watching this video brought back memories of how important it is to build good, quality products at a reasonable price for customers. I purchased the Revv1 back in February, and just from watching this video I see why my e-bike has top notch quality. Thanks for sharing this video. 😊

[@chrisdraudt3713]

I've purchased 4 Ride1 Up e-bikes this year for the family. Price, quality and fun factor can't be beat.

[@waterboxer87]

Ride1Up is a standup company. I purchased a bike from the company that failed prematurely. The defect was the one-in-10,000 type. After going through the warranty process, the company replaced the defective bike. Both bikes were perfectly assembled. I have built bikes from scratch, but there was nothing for me to do with the Ride1Up bikes. Wheels were true and round. The spokes were properly tensioned. Brakes were expertly adjusted, no rotor rub or spongy brakes. The derailleur shifts were smooth and positive. The replacement bike has been trouble free and a joy to ride. One improvement I’d like to see is a better owner’s manual complete with a wiring schematic. I am experienced in diagnosing and repairing complex fuel injection systems. A detailed wiring diagram would be helpful if the bike fails after the warranty period. I recently ordered the company’s V3 e-bike. I am eager to put many gravel road miles on that machine. I can attest to Ride1Up’s dedication to excellent, responsive customer service.

[@kelalamusic9258]

I would like to see more videos like this. I’m sure I’m talking for many here who would love to see how their bikes were made.

[@jacobjakubek1076]

Kevin is absolutely fantastic, I had issues with my Revv1 and he had everything, MORE than fixed within 3 days. I was incredibly impressed and 3k miles later on my Revv, I would do It again in a heart beat. They make fantastic stuff. Kudos for showing off the new DRT model.

[@22_pp99]

One of the most standard and high quality product manufacturing. I❤ that products

[@dthoma128]

I've been very very happy with my Ride1Up 500 Series e-bike for a couple of years now. When I have had to reach out to customer support with questions along the way, they have always been extremely fast and thorough with assistance. When the day comes that I need to refresh my ride, Ride1Up will be my go-to! This video of their story and quality further reinforces my belief in the brand! Thanks very much.

[@mancello]

I've had the roadster V2 for 2 and 1/2 years and put about 5,000 mi on it. For the $1,000 I paid for it you can't beat it for its intended purpose. Great value for the money.

[@SuchFinessse]

Same situation as you (only 2k miles), and I just got the CF Racer1. I love the V2🎉 so much that I’m thinking about getting a second one for friends to ride with me, just because they’re on sale for $800

[@johngriswold2956]

Thanks for the video. Got my LMT'D a little over a year ago, and I'm still happy with it. Somehow this video makes me even a little bit happier.

[@Electrek]

Great to hear!

[@露透社]

@@Electrek产品非常不错，但你频道需要更多浏览量。所以你要偶尔做一些有趣的内容！我建议你byd有一款电动车海鸥，你可以购入带回你家开箱给粉丝，绝对有流量，因为我看到有美国人去墨西哥开箱，流量非常不错。你可以从墨西哥购入它带回美国，节省时间和海运费用，也可以从中国购入，把购入的全过程记录发布出来。虽然现在中国电动车有些品牌无法在美国合法上路，但你在家用，附近开没问题，几百公里续航，比五菱电动车还优秀！可以试试，保持你的流量～

[@Sajohata]

I just bought a Portola for my kids to join me instead of my lonely rides and I am making them watch this first to respect all the work that went into it! Hopefully that will encourage taking care of it. Great tour. I am impressed with the combination of automation and human skill. The third party inspection is really interesting strategically.

[@brucehutcheson5371]

I bought my wife a Ride1Up ST700 about 3 years ago and it now has about 3400 miles on it and so far I haven't had any issue with it at all. When I got it new I had one question when assembling the front fork and emailed them and got a great answer in about 45 minutes. I'd highly recommend their bikes.

[@trainluvr]

Exact same here (700 model). Battery has not faded to any degree I can notice.

[@AliKashoma]

I went to High school with Kevin in Davis, CA. Great person and a great soccer player⚽🤙🏽 I enjoyed playing soccer with him... So happy for him.

[@IIISentorIII]

He is actually my grandfather who is married to my sister's son, and we just celebrated his 25th birthday.

[@slices6500]

Purchased the Ride1up 700 ST bike a few weeks ago. I took my time assembling (3hrs) watching 2 assembly You Tube vids and no issues. The gear changer was slipping a bit so took it to a local retired gent who tuned it up for $30 and it rides like a dream. Up at 4:30am here in Arizona so I can ride in high 80 deg.F weather. It hit 116 deg.F today, ouch. Now looking to extend my rides past my current 15 mile tours and some off roading. Great bike for the price. Cheers

[@frankeversley5541]

I'm impressed with their manufacturing processes. Gives me a lot of confidence that my new Ride1up bike is well built!

[@KINGOFTHETHRILL86]

Just bought a cafe cruiser. It's awesome and customer service was really great

[@jasonzha-m7v]

A very clean workshop👍

[@thejose24]

I’m currently looking at the Ride1Up Prodigy V2, this video came out right on time! Thanks for this! Yes I’ve been riding the OG 500 Series for 4 years now. Love it.

[@Electrek]

Nice! How many miles are you at?

[@thejose24]

@@Electrek Probably around 10k. I ride it mostly for leisure down here in Orange County :) I think I’m going to go for the Belt CVT drive on the Prodigy V2.

[@Electrek]

That’s awesome, I love hearing about bikes that have been kept on the road for many years. That belt prodigy V2 is an awesome bike and the price they have it at is a steal. If you do get it, I hope you find a good home for the 500, though I like to have a spare bike around for friends to join on rides 😎

[@thejose24]

@@Electrek Me planning on getting the Prodigy V2 is so I have two E-Bikes here for friends and family yup! 😎

[@Flyingaceful]

Chinese e-bikes are definitely getting better and better. I have the Revv1 FS with Bafang rear hub motor and it is great!!!

[@cptgaret]

Thanks for the tour. I've enjoyed your reviews of the Ride1Up products. This tour has helped me to decide I'm going to purchase from them.

[@eddyb2850]

Thank you for making me feel good about my purchase lol! Got my Prodigy V2 last week and Im really happy with the product and the customer support. I was thinking of making a video showing the things i bought for it and the mods i want to do.

[@BY-cv2pd]

Say thank you to these hard working men!

[@jayziac]

Boeing could a learn a thing or two from Ride1Up's quality assurance.

[@petervan7372]

boeing run by white collar crimin*ls, engineered by indiota consultants who never saw a plane or car before getting hired working on boeing's projects

[@GreenScreenBartender]

I just bought a Roadster V3 from them that came with leaky brakes needing repair, rattling in the downtube, and a battery that dies right after it drops to 30%. So it looks like Ride1Up learned from Boeing instead!

[@Poindogindustries]

This was awesome. I traded in my lectric XP 3.0 for an Xpeak and it was a death wobbly lemon. Brought it back, and while I was not going to keep that bike, it made me realize how much I can ride anywhere but I need way more battery+speed. So I’m saving up for a wired freedom, but in the meantime I need a stopgap. Saw the cafe cruiser, it looks cool, has a passenger seat (genuinely hilarious add-on BTW; highly recommend.) And for $1299 what a steal. It is very well built. Day 2 with my Lectric Xpeak the kickstand fell completely loose. Because I’m an idiot when I got my cafe cruiser, I knocked my kickstand loose off its adjustment knob trying to lengthen it, had to take the whole thing off to avoid laying down on the ground. Lo and behold the bolt was perfectly snug how it should be, and BLUE LOCTITE? Hallelujah. Smart people at Ride1Up, they are putting $$$ where it matters. My cafe cruiser will have a place in my home for a long time even when my wired cruiser comes in. (That one is just a legit money saver to just stop driving my car as much as possible lol.)

[@tlk2me24]

I’m convinced. Great video

[@sundance2005]

Great video and so nice to see an ebike company that is so attuned to quality, something that is often over looked with Chinese products. If I buy an ebike it will most likely be a Ride1up bike.

[@L.LGodwill]

Good tour , Plenty of useful information , I wish investors keep their eyes on this pioneering company

[@Ronin8451]

Thanks for traveling the world for us to be able to view these awesome manufacturing facilities !

[@georgecypher4568]

Very Kool video .... I have always wondered how things were QC'd in the great world of MFG in CHina ..... Thanx for the video !

[@stevenofford495]

Ordinary cable ties can be treated as reusable. You simply have to use a strong needle or the tipm of a pointed knife to lift the rachet tooth , so you can open it without significant damage. I reuse them many times.

[@OrenArieli]

Really happy with my Ride1Up bike, and I'm this BTS solidifies my respect for what they're doing for e-bikes.

[@cw9752]

GREAT GREAT GREAT VIDEO. Awesome content! Extremely informative. My next bike will be one of these for sure.....

[@jimmy_newtron6791]

I'm sold awesome company

[@VikramRojo]

Love my Portola!

[@TG-ss4he]

Great video Micah ! Cool that you got to go there !!

[@howardbong]

It's good to know a company that cares about their quality. I bought an ebike from VoltBike and almost got myself killed when the bike broke into two pieces. Good job Ride1Up.

[@JamesDornbos]

Great CEOs make great products. Sounds like he's the RJ of electric bikes.

[@Smaug1]

Another excellent behind-the-scenes video from ol' Micah. I like the founder's values. I just bought a Portola recently and am having problems with the controller. (wattage displayed is completely inaccurate) I wrote to their CS team and they stuck with me. Even after I had given up and was going to accept it the way it is, Benito followed up with me to make sure it was OK. It wasn't, and they're sending me a new display now. I have high hopes for this bike. With a change to street tread tires, I think it will be PERFECT.

[@MissGoElectricRideReviews]

Fantastic video!

[@ilovephotography1254]

I applaud this review. The short bio of the owner explains the company's philosophy well. The Ride 1Up factory combines hand assembled bikes, combined with state of the art robots, redundant quality control every step all with an attitude to deliver every bike to the consumers' doorstep that won't disappoint. Not an easy task, but it appears that Ride 1Up has the recipe down to a science. There are a lot of junk e-bikes on the market coming out of China. Not Ride 1Up. They are not the least expensive, however they are one of the good guys, who offers a well made quaity bike, at a good value price.

[@ionflow1073]

I think my next ebike might be from Ride One Up.

[@jcwfh]

Micah, what camera are using for the videos? Well done takes doing one-man videography.

[@Electrek]

Most shots are on my Sony rx100 vii but the shots with me in them are on my dji osmo pocket. Both cameras are 3-4 years old.

[@litvinenkoalexander5331]

Great reportage

[@iblackfeathers]

4:09 the controllers are potted. that's a big deal. they should mention that since some other competitors are doing this and those that don't are more prone to overheating.

[@bobkrueger194]

My Limited V2 must have been a reject that got passed through after the fact. My wheels were out of alignment and spokes were loose

[@MrCentralDriver]

dope video!

[@MikeStenstrom]

nice clean shop -- can we do this in USA ?

[@jt5747]

No. Slavery has been outlawed here.

[@simonking3949]

​@@jt5747 Yup, americans had moved up the ladder, working in a factory is now a job for slaves.

[@tqhope2x]

Here is a bike that no one has made: A cargobike that could carry an adult passenger and has an extended range battery. Something like a front loader Urban Arrow or a long tail like a Radwagon 4, but with a huge 50v 60ah battery like an Aniioki. That would be my car replacement. Something to ride the wife around town, but not have to worry about range anxiety.

[@jbergcosta]

We have two 700 series at home, It has been great

[@jessecondit2211]

They were my first Ebike, great experience! Now I can see why. Thanks for video.

[@russellfreestone8580]

Another very interesting video. Impressive company and quality control.

[@smartnfinal]

this video gives a potential buyer insight if the company that produce the product would be a good buy or not

[@GarbageMan2025]

Awesome video. Love the packaging reduction! Sure wish we'd do this here in the US. Will def consider this company when I get to a point I can't pedal on my own.

[@SimonatMac]

Great insight. A Dutch guy that creates bicycles. What better founder a company can have… thanks 🙏

[@hyperstimmed]

A Dutch Californian. Even moreso

[@dustinrhoades5060]

Very cool tour. Thank you

[@jt5747]

Where is the part about the actual component manufacturing (the dirty part) and raw material strip mining? This just seems to be where the bikes are assembled.

[@chow-chihuang4903]

Thanks for another informative “behind the scenes” video. Great you could coordinate with Kevin Duggar for it! It’s encouraging to learn of their multiple inspection stages. I’ve been pretty pleased with the LMT’d I bought in late 2020, though perhaps they didn’t have the paint quality inspections in place as its matte paint is quite fragile, and thick paint on the faces of the bottom bracket caused issues with creaking when pedaling and misalignment and some damage to the ribbon cable insulation from the torque sensor. After I sanded off the paint, it aligned correctly and eliminated the creaking noise. Great that Ride1Up is trying to eliminate non-recyclable, non-biodegradable packaging, and switching to reusable nylon cable ties. I use a precision flat head screwdriver to remove them for reuse already, but it’ll be much easier and safer to not have to do that. I’ve seen at least one brand use twisted thick Kraft paper ties (I think Globe?). Would like to get a Portola to replace my Nesta, but waiting for it to get UL certification. It will make it easier when I take it to NYC and other places that are requiring UL certification.

[@alexanderbelov4604]

What about Wired E-Bikes Factory Tour?

[@Superhermit]

Love the behind the scenes coverage

[@s.achaplin2848]

Had a Core-5 that developed intermittent battery issues after a few thousand miles, and they replaced it with an upgraded one. I’ve since sold that and now have a Turris with 1200 mi…so far, so good. I would say quality control has improved these last few years. Good solid product at an affordable price 👍

[@jt5747]

How much are those workers paid?

[@blackknight4996]

Good enough to maintain a good life. Jealous?

[@DarrenHumphries]

Man, this a quality build! No way my current e-bike was made with this much care. Guess I know where I’m getting my next bike!

[@BotchedSurgery37]

Throw out that Rad ! lol

[@AP-go1ks]

Love this video. We have the LMTD and Cafe Cruiser. What city is the factory in?

[@netog4260]

Their bike looks good on paper and u-tube videos. But I still want to ride it before buying. Too bad they don't have test ride offering near BC, Canada.

[@roadtrip5643]

Price + Quality = Perfecto!

[@chasole4025]

Their spoke tensioning machine must be malfunctioning. My new Prodigy has spokes that are so loose, I can turn them with my fingers.

[@davidhodgson977]

Thank you for that review.

[@basura4173]

@6:35 that boy love that coke🤣

[@eds7344]

Just got a Turris few days ago!!!

[@3DJapan]

Never heard of the company but it's a pretty nice looking factory.

[@juanpizarro6642]

I just got my Portola and the quality is very impressive for the money is the best option right now on the market I hope this company don't change their path., and please we need 20v battery on Portola thanks and good vibes all the way.

[@dansplett8303]

Great information

[@AsgharAli-h8u1b]

How much is the sale price?

[@AsgharAli-h8u1b]

How much is the price?

[@kcwizfan]

I own a 500 st and I wondered what new models they had so I went to the website last week, I was surprised to find a bike with a 36 volt system instead of 48 like mine, isn't that a downgrade?

[@jamesharrison7114]

If you are talking about the Prodigy no it is not a downgrade.

[@Electrek]

36V isn't inferior to 48V. Both have pros and cons. They are just two different system voltages. It's easier to go higher power with higher voltage, but you usually get lighter, smaller, and less expensive batteries with 36V, which can be more appropriate when moderate power is acceptable.

[@roadtrip5643]

I need to have this one!

[@guringai]

I've got a Bosch battery & motor in my Trek, so I assume it has a low risk of catching fire. We do need better regulations around batteries. Also transparency about battery chemistry, particularly LFP given it has a very low risk of fire.

[@ryanfoster5902]

I was very happy with my Ride1Up bike!

[@Yogi5D]

How the hell does this guy coming from Holland not offer the new Roadster v3 in XL size wtf all dutch men are at least 6'5 and up. Otherwise this is a great product he has and I would buy the new Roadster v3 500W motor if it came in XL frame. Looks to be the best lightweight ebike commuter from what i've seen so far.

[@booksquotes948]

Which country ??

[@ebiker66]

China

[@arvee9657]

Dang! Wish it was manufactured somewhere else other than communist China

[@ericb.4358]

WHERE are the batteries made. I want ONLY a Panasonic, LG, Samsung or Bosch battery sitting on my E-MTB.

[@ScrapKing73]

“…you probably already know about Ride1Up’s electric bikes.” I’ve not heard of them before. And I own a mid-sized bike shop that services a wide variety of e-bikes. I know they’re a DTC brand, but no customers have commented on them yet (or brought one in for service work) to the best of my knowledge. Huh.

[@vanceg4901]

More interested in these bikes since I recently bought a Bat Safe XL box for more safely storing lithium batteries in my home. Couldn't afford the more pro $700.00+ boxes but this is better than nothing. Head of this company seems legit.

[@fredricgrethel1717]

Too bad costs just went up 25% due to tariffs. This will make these less desirable and volume will go down and many companies will not make it. Get ready for a bumpy road

[@kelalamusic9258]

Tariffs are there to protect the same industry within the country the product/s are imported into. So, we import electric bikes into the US and impose a tariff to protect an electric bike industry we don’t have. You can thank Donald “shit for brains” Trump for that. 🙄😡

[@blackknight4996]

@@kelalamusic9258 Great comment ..... just want the average dude to pay more ....

[@blackknight4996]

LOL ..... the whole world is out there ....United Snakes is NOTHING!

[@AQuestioner]

​@@blackknight4996lol United "Snakes"

[@grafstein]

It would ;be helpful to know the price and range of both models.

[@grafstein]

It would ;be helpful to know the price and range of both models.

[@Olan315]

Make your bikes in the US and I'll buy one.

[@kbrown6918]

I was really hoping to see how the REVV1 was made and the quality control on it.

[@Electrek]

Yes, would have been cool to see that one too, but I got there a few days after the most recent Revv1 batches were done, and the lines had been shifted over to CFRacer and Prodigy already. It seems they don't maintain separate lines for each model because it wouldn't be as efficient.

[@cappallCogadh]

Great video, I already have two comparable models from a company that starts with L, (and I feel has a similar mission as Ride1Up) but if I hadn't heard about them first, after this video, I would be very tempted to get a couple of their models.

[@vrr6368]

Infomercial

[@Greg-me8le]

Wow. this video of Ebike production is exactly the opposite of what I assumed was taking place with mass produced Chinese Ebikes. Perhaps Ride 1 UP stands head and shoulders above the crowd, but nevertheless it is very impressive.

[@kdscrapping4452]

Too bad they do not come to your home in the same shape as they left , meaning the box is always beat up !!

[@scruf153]

August 2020 the month I whent car free E Bikes and bicycles are more financial free than car ownership

[@Billy-cs4cc]

Are you back in Florida Micah, it's hot as he_ _, lol

[@Mobile_Dom]

man , i wish they sold the CFRacer1 here in the UK

[@JamesFryerCreative]

Things at ride1up must have changed in the past two years because the core-5 that I bought was unridable when delivered. The wheels were laughably under tensioned, the saddle clamp was broken, and one of the valve cores was also broken. Ride1up responded quickly with a new seat post and tubes, but the valve stems were short so it was a real chore to inflate them. I spent six years as a bike mechanic so I was able to basically finish building the wheels. Since then, the pads on the mechanical disc brakes regularly back out. Tightening them requires removal of the rear wheel which is very tedious. My son has put 2,000 miles on it and though it was a rough start, we’ve actually been very happy with it. After the poor delivery experience I had, I didn’t think they would be in business for long. But if they really have brought their quality control in line, then it seems they have a future after all!

[@willybrown55]

Never heard of the brand till today.