Riese and Müller Tinker Review | Compact eBike

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks so much for watching! This bike has had a bunch of updates since this video. If you're interested in learning more about the new Tinker2, check out the link in the video description. :)

[@CC-me7bc]

I have one of these… handlebars can fold flat… very handy when parked in my narrow apartment hallway! Also fits in the lift! Super piece of kit!

[@justicesketchworld894]

This is exactly what I been searching all over the internet for a small compact fat tire ebike that climbs steep hills that has a rack and front suspension

[@Propelbikes]

It’s an awesome bike! Let us know if you want to check it out in person sometime or if you need help getting one.

[@justicesketchworld894]

@@Propelbikes all the other cargo bikes are too big for san Francisco and to fit into elevators I do food delivery almost everyday if you can work with me with a payment plan I can do because I really want it... you can charge me monthly for a year I can pay it off

[@Propelbikes]

We do have financing available which you can pay off over the course the of the year. Reach out when you’re ready and we can help you out.

[@kevinwillis2859]

I own a Tinker HS! I’m loving it! I usually ride bike trails in suburban Chicago! The Tinker was purchased from Propel Bikes in Brooklyn. The customer service provided by Chris & his staff is professional and helped me speedily resolve a few niggling problems I initially experienced! The Tinker is a great 👍🏽 bike. It’s compact size makes it easy to throw it into the back of my Subaru Forester and not have to worry about attaching the to a bike carrier!

[@Propelbikes]

Hey Kevin! Thanks for your comment! The Tinker is an awesome bike! We wish you many years of happy riding 😎

[@safranpollen]

I am using the pre model Pony, you can say same bike, since 4 years, 9000 km, no problems, streets, forest, trails, city, outdoor. The best universal ebike for nearly all sizes and top for the camper .

[@Propelbikes]

Nice! I remember the Blue Label Pony! Super cool to hear you’ve been getting some good time in the saddle. Enjoy!

[@jank927]

Congrats for finally introducing your own channel! All the best from Germany Jan

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks Jan! We're pretty excited about it. Looking forward to publishing more videos to come.

[@bsheene916]

Hello, thanks for the review. We own two of these bikes for 10 months now, best bike ever for us! Weuse them together with our vw bus, strong engines in the mountains, we riding long distances with them, no problems at all, gates belt is perfect! Regards from the netherlands! F

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks for your comment! The Tinker is quite an awesome bike and it's great to hear you're enjoying the bikes. I hope you enjoy our future videos :)

[@jimquinn799]

I'm always looking for the optimal what I call Apartment Bike. Right now I'm using the Swagtron EB5 Plus Pro. Light weight, folds to a small package for storage. I can handle it in Hallways and in stairs but it's rugged enough to get me around town to grocery shop, do errands, visit friends and family, make appointments. Things you might find yourself doing on any given day in a town or city. There's also going to the local coffee shop. I carry around an extra battery in my backpack to add range. Seriously though most places I go are within my only a few miles from my apartment. This bike your showing seems to fit what I'd call an Apartment Bikes main characteristics. Folding not being an absolute necessity and it does partially fold anyway.

[@injuredtabletennisplayer1474]

Another wonderfully informative review. Thank you.

[@Propelbikes]

😊

[@ferryengr]

Hey, hello from Tucson - your channel looks great! Nice production values. We look forward to seeing more videos!

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks so much!!! It’s great to hear you like it. Very excited to share more videos! Let us know if you have any special requests or feedback.

[@minniesaab7255]

One of my favorite 🚲🚲🚲🚲 ! ❤🚲🚲🚲

[@Propelbikes]

minnie saab sane here! It’s quite popular around the shop!

[@swampmonkey22]

Good, sharp video and info, Chris. Enjoyed it.

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks Lin! We aim to please :) we hope to only improve from here. Please keep posting your feedback as it’s really important that these videos prove to be a valuable resource and I don’t always have the best perspective of what others want to or need to know. I certainly do my best though.

[@olidum]

Hi Chris Nice bike review. Between the Tinker and the Tern HSD S8i what are the pros and cons? I am looking for one of these 2 compact bikes to commute in the city of Paris (France). Main point for me is to use the lift to go to my flat where I have to store my bike during the night. I don’t trust folding bikes so there aren’t many choice for a compact bike easy to care with suspension. Thank you if you can help me. Regards from France

[@tonydare7614]

Great review, thanks. I like in Paris, France and am considering moving from a motorbike to an ebike due to the new speed limit (18mph everywhere!) and the introduction of paid parking for motorcycles. I'm considering a few different models, including this one. Would you say that it is the best in their range for a daily city commute of around 10 miles? Or would you consider others in this brand or different brands if size isn't a problem?

[@tonyofarrell7318]

Great review ,great bike ,thanks

[@bestself2438]

I know this is an old video but my neighbor is selling his Tinker. It’s older. He said 5 years old. I wonder what a fair price is? I understand this company is like a Bugatti of e-bikes but 6000 dollars for this little guy compared to what’s come out in the past few years seems high. If I could get it for 1500 dollars I’d do because that’s a super bargain…but if he wants 4000 bucks I’ll pass. If anyone reads this and has any advice I’d sure appreciate it…but I know how old videos just die in cyber land.

[@kavehkishipour8866]

merci beaucoup for your channel ! Kaveh Paris

[@Propelbikes]

Why thank you! I’m glad you enjoy 😉

[@showboat4869]

Chris have you made a video on the new updated Tinker for 2021 or discussed the differences in torque etc ? Cant seem to find it here ?

[@chrisnaldo4534]

Where did you get this configuration? In EU, if we want a carbon belt drive, we only can get the Performance line motor. You have the belt drive with CX?!

[@HAKER19522]

Super.

[@Propelbikes]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@mazda1240]

Wow nice looking

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks Maz! We agree!

[@jessegee179]

I just tried one today, like it a lot, especially the adjustment for comfort. I'm wondering though, how does it compare to a Tern, or Benno, or Velo de Ville etc?

[@uebermodean]

Hey Chris, I still like the Tinker and I think it could complement my Load in times where I really don't need a full cargo bike. Tho the reduced amount of models and also the removal of some options inkl. not adding a Nyon 2021 option to the 2021 models makes me thinking whether sales of the Tinker are not doing pretty well so they had to remove some of the options and thus make the available Tinker models less divers.

[@Propelbikes]

Daniel, the Tinker is a great bike and a excellent compliment to the Load. Many are bummed they dropped the HS version, but the new Silent version is really cool. The tinker is definitely not as popular as some of their models but it still does well. I think you could swap the display if you want the Nyon, they often limit displays on some bikes due to the design or supply. It could be that the bulky Nyon doesn’t work well with the handlebar fold. I hope this helps.

[@uebermodean]

@@Propelbikes thanks Chris, I plan to get the Tinker as a leased job bike in spring 2021. For the Load I already swapped the Bosch Intuvia with a Bosch Nyon 2021. I guess my local dealer knows whether that would also work for the Nyon.

[@uebermodean]

@@Propelbikes interestingly enough the German R & M bike configurator only lists the Tinker vario where the US R & M bike configurator lists the Tinker vario CX and Tinker lite.

[@injuredtabletennisplayer1474]

My wife is 4’10”. I think I found her next bike. Could an auto shifter be retro fitted to the hub?

[@satsumamoon]

Great review. Question, what if it rains? Does the display and powerpack or anything else need to be covered with a plastic bag?

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks! No need. The bike can be ridden in heavy rain with no issues because the components are made to handle that.

[@nickl8247]

How tall are you please Chris so people can make individual judgements on how they would compare when riding this bike

[@crazyamericano9799]

What is the name of the seat post you recommend at 3:53?

[@Propelbikes]

It’s called the Cirrus Kinect seatpost. Formally know as Bodyfloat. You can see more below: propelbikes.com/product/cirrus-kinekt-2-1-aluminum-seatpost/

[@aileenorourke9455]

This looks like an awesome bike! Would you say this would be a good bike for multi-modal commuting (train or bus)?

[@Propelbikes]

It definitely is! We have many people that use this for multimodal but keep in mind it does weigh about 50lbs and I would check with your bus if their bike rack works with 20” wheels. Otherwise it’s an excellent bike to get around a city!

[@mariner7853]

Ideal bike. Could you fit an Alfine 11 gear to the rear wheel to give a greater gear range ? Your videos are nearly as good as a test ride - well done !!

[@Propelbikes]

Thanks! The 11 speed Alfine hub would have a slightly wider gear range at 409% from the 380% on the Enviolo 380.

[@mariner7853]

Thanks, but the rear frame width would be able to take it do you think ?

[@Propelbikes]

It would. The spacing is the same.

[@mariner7853]

Many thanks.

[@mariner7853]

Hi Chris, After 550 miles the gear range has been found to be adequate so I won't be thinking of a mod. It really is a great bike !

[@satsumamoon]

The bike handles dont just fold down, they can also then be turned flat against the bike.

[@Propelbikes]

That’s right

[@myracycle]

How does it compare to the Tern hsd in terms of ride quality? Sounds like it has a lot less weight capacity overall than the tern hsd for hauling purpose. Lastly is there a Rholoff option for this bike?

[@Propelbikes]

The Tinker is a bit more sporty and the motors are a bit more powerful. I think I enjoy riding the Tinker more, but the HSD has some other capabilities though. No Rohloff option for this bike.

[@miata1370]

@@Propelbikes Chris.....I thought the same when comparing the Vekron to the HSD..the Vektron felt more "sporty" to me; the HSD, a bit smoother riding, "slower" steering and more stable feeling. I bought the Vekron Q9 this summer and am enjoying ti but was tempted by the Tinker with its suspended front fork, Abus cafe lock and Performance Line Bosch motor.....it was just a bit too $$$.

[@mazda1240]

How much is that price? $?

[@Propelbikes]

This one starts at $4899 below is a link for more info: propelbikes.com/product/riese-muller-tinker/

[@derrekb4501]

Really nice but 5 grand???

[@czondag]

So you have 15mile on 3/5 battery bar... so Max 25 Miles on one charge? That could not be right?

[@Propelbikes]

25 miles in turbo mode and about 65+ in eco mode

[@UsefulStuffToKnow]

Where do you add mirrors on this bike? Anyone that has any advice would be much appreciated thanks

[@mooseriderrik]

The tyre brand Schwalbe is pronounced Schwalbuh, not Schwalbee.

[@Propelbikes]

Rik De Beul thanks, I appreciate the feedback I’m familiar with the pronunciation as I have spent a good deal of time in Germany. There are many German brands that we pronounce differently here. I guess I have to consider my strategy on that. Some other brand names we pronounce differently include Abus, Müller and more. I also say coffee, dog and walk weird because I’m from NY :) I hope you enjoyed the video despite my mispronunciation. It’s one of my first solo videos so I’m excited to hear the feedback.

[@nikoud1960]

no, no, that is not right! it is pronounced Schwalbehh!

[@North_side_cargo]

Does it really matter how it's pronounced? To anyone watching this video it's obvious what Chris is referring to. 🤔

[@AB-yi5xy]

Hi Chris. I appreciate this is an old video but could you advise whether the Tinker vario can be retrofitted with a Rohloff speedhub with the cabon belt?

[@Propelbikes]

It might be possible, but it’s not recommended or supported by R&M due to liability concerns.

[@AB-yi5xy]

Propel Electric Bikes I see. I have had the Tinker for about 3/4 months and I have already found the gear range to be limited. The built quality for me is exceptional but if there is a way I could swap out the gears with something with more range that would be great otherwise I may need to sell the bike for something like a Brompton eBike with the Rohloff speedhub which I've seen fitted with no issues. Would appreciate your thoughts and recommendations.

[@conanfa18]

Does that bike come with a USB port for charging your iPhone?

[@DoReMeaCulpa]

There is a micro USB port on the right side of the display unit, and you can use it to charge a phone or other device.

[@gkelly34]

Why do Americans get more power? So unfair! Appreciate any explanation?

[@bestself2438]

Americans have bigger and better everything! No place on earth with the best of everything in one place. Probably why the Americans rule the world.