Vivi Electric folding mountain bike upgrades & tips

[@erroldgwebb]

You can shut the pedal assist off by pressing the left button for about a second or two. I ride it without the pedal assist every day. I have had this bike for over a year. It's a great bike. I bought another bike (a different bike) with larger battery because I needed more ride time. I still kept this bike and ride it weekly as I enjoy both.

[@ShenRC]

Hi I tried that it did not work but I know the ancheer version you can turn off pedal assist. is yours a vivi bike? also you can buy the same size batteries on e-bay for under 100 bucks for this bike from china the stock one is only 8Ah they have them in 10, 14 , 16, 20, & 30 you will get more than 3 times the run time with a 30Ah battery over the stock one. Thanks for watching.

[@erroldgwebb]

@@ShenRC You are right. I bought the ancheer version and I thought they both work the same way, as obviously its the same technology. I am surprised it does not work the same. Guess its the programming.

[@erroldgwebb]

Give me a link for the bigger battery. I would like to get a bigger battery so I can get more run time.

[@ShenRC]

@@erroldgwebb Hi I was looking at this one I think it's the same check the measurements out, this should give you much more run time. 20ah www.ebay.com/itm/154435022181 30ah www.ebay.com/itm/174754428805

[@redeemingmemes901]

Are you able to go faster than 20Mph if you pedal with full throttle at the unlocked mode?

[@SILKTENTACLES]

I just purchased the 500 watt bicycle. I would like a second battery to carry with me for longer distances. What battery specifications do I need? Is there a battery that holds a bigger charge for more mileage? Appreciate you

[@ShenRC]

HI you can serch E-bay for 48V e bike battery, you should find one the size of yours I found them for mine in the 36V version. Hope this helps.

[@SILKTENTACLES]

@@ShenRC does a higher ah give me more mileage? Ever hear of charging the battery with a small portable solar generator? Ty🌹

[@JasonMcsweeney-i5g]

could you tell me where on amazon to get a battery? Thx

[@504_Scooby]

I just got mine in the mail yesterday but didn't ride yet because of the rain. The manual doesn't say if the battery is waterproof or not. Is it?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I think it is supposedly the case you put it into is water proof but I would not trust riding the bike in rain.

[@phillipbouchard4640]

any suggestions for replacement brake pads for the Vivi?

[@ShenRC]

Hi it's hard to tell because I know they can all come with different types for some reason. Thanks for watching.

[@johnjanuary2958]

Thank you 3 years later I just got one of these e-bikes

[@ShenRC]

I also have a biking channel PH Fishing & Biking

[@RobbsHomemadeLife]

Hello, I am thinking about getting the 500 W bike and have been looking at the KZbin videos and yours is excellent. Lots of good information. By the way your link to the bicycle on Amazon is inactive. Also, the battery links. I subscribed. Let me know if you still like the bike and if you have any issues with it. Thanks again.

[@ShenRC]

I like my bike so far still working great, one thing I found that I did not like was the placement of the kickstand for some reason sometimes the back of my shoe would catch on it when pedaling so I took it off and bought a kickstand that bolts on by the crank now it's much better. Thanks for watching I have more videos and other biking videos on my other channel fishing with ph & biking.

[@jair34366]

Friend, how are you ?? After almost 1 year, how has your electric bicycle turned out? could you tell us about your experience with it thank you very much

[@ShenRC]

Hi still running great!

[@davidmarks5282]

My front wheel is squeaking and does not rotate freely. I will try to relax the axle but how should I adjust the brake pad?

[@ShenRC]

you may need to back off the axle nuts a hair to make the bearings run free, brakes you loosen the two allen screws so the whole caliper wiggles around easy and then you hold the front brake on hard and then tighten the bolts up and it should be centered on the disc. last you can unscrew the big caliper screw with a allen wrench that is on the side of the caliper facing the spokes a couple clicks to make the pads further away from the disc but make sure to loosen the small allen screw on the top of it that holds it from turning and when done adjusting tighten it back down so it wont go out of adjustment.

[@dannychico3118]

Hi. Do you have a video on how to remove the rear tire on a Vivi Electric folding mountain bike?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I am sorry I don't, but it's pretty easy unscrew the axle nuts and unplug the motor wire connector plug and it should come right off like a normal bike. Hope this helps.

[@user619tlsdca5]

It's not allluinium due to the folding joint of being more durable to prevent a snap off or a break. I've seen a few years back of the introduction of the folding bike. Besides, you want a solid base of the weight with e bike speeds over 20mph.

[@lynib5684]

Great video! I’m looking to raise my handlebars. Any suggestions?

[@ShenRC]

Hi you can buy riser hander bars they sell a lot of them on amazon just make sure you buy the size of the stock bar.

[@DF-ke4cp]

Just got mine! I'm having such a difficult time folding my bike. Any advice? I see the latch and it seems loose, but it won't budge.

[@ShenRC]

Hi I never folded my bike yet! But I know you need to pull the lever out and lift it up towards the sky to release the safety pin to let you fold the bike. hope this helps.

[@ozzyozb1]

Can you give some closeup shoots of the shifter levers and brake levers on the handle bars..and how you ran the wires? The manual does not show or tell you anything.

[@ShenRC]

Hi it was all already connected when I got the bike I just had to screw the neck tight on the bike? I have other bike videos I am sure you can see how it is in one of my videos. I put the battery bag behind all the cables and some people put the cables tucked behind the battery bag.

[@toddfarmer1165]

Thanks for making this video. very informative with great tips. Have you heard of anyone moving the battery lower and what is the other box just above the pedal? do you know how much the bike weighs?

[@ShenRC]

Hi no I haven't, the box holds the electronics inside that control everything. I think 60lbs plus or minus some not sure. Thanks for watching.

[@davidmarks5282]

I would like to take the cover off the controller box, but the bottom left screw seems to be completely behind a bundle of cables. Any ideas?

[@ShenRC]

Hi you have to wiggle or move them around or somehow stick the screw driver in-between the wires to get at it.

[@Jill-um8dq]

Sorry, Steve, I just found your links. I have two questions. I don’t seem to have enough room on the handle bar to put the Meilan odometer unit on. Secondly I want that rear rack, but I don’t have enough space on the seat stem. I had to go as low as possible with my cloud nine seat and there is no more room on the stem. This is strange because I am 5 foot 7 so I’m not short. But for some reason my bike seat has to be on the lowest setting to fit.

[@ShenRC]

Hi you should have plenty room on your bar to put the GPS unit I use the one linked in your other reply it works better than the little M3 one, also you may have your seat to low when you sit on your bike with somebody holding it up or up against the wall when sitting on the seat you put your heel of your foot on the pedal and your leg should be almost perfectly strait no bend hardly at all at the knee so when you ride normal with your foot on the pedal your knees will have a slight bend, Do this with the shoes you ride in. and I think you will be able to use the wrack. Thanks

[@Jill-um8dq]

I wish I could send a couple photos to you. I have been watching your videos with this bike and I just wonder if my assembly person put it together wrong. It seems like you might have more space between the little computer and the center of the handle bar. I don’t know if the factory put that there or if he did. I wasn’t watching that part. Also he installed the fender right underneath the cloud nine seat and that takes up all the rooms on the seat post. Hard to describe, but let me know if I can ever send pictures somehow to you. I appreciate your help and time.

[@ShenRC]

@@Jill-um8dq Hi yes you can send them by going to my youtube home page and click the about tab and scroll down and you should be able to get my e-mail. Look close at my bike I bolted my rear fender on the bike frame under the bottom of the seat post frame tube .

[@Jill-um8dq]

I did notice that about your rear fender. I would not have any clue in the world how to bolt something into that post. I wish I did. I will try to send you pictures right now. Thanks so much.

[@ShenRC]

@@Jill-um8dq Hi It's easy you just unscrew it and place it on the bottom of the frames seat tube.

[@Dazzler69]

What is the button on the handle bars on the right do? It's not a button, and the trigger is a springy thing that appears to do nothing?

[@ShenRC]

Hi that's the bell you push down on the lever and let go quickly and the bell rings to get peoples attention if they are in the way or something.

[@Dazzler69]

@@ShenRC ok i'll try it. seems junky. will replace that.

[@ShenRC]

@@Dazzler69 He he yeah when you hear it you will start laughing it is junky.

[@PookieRayG]

Same brand different bike, stke. Still great info! Including the headlight! LOL My 1st E-bike and lots to learn. Has been fabulous! 🎉❤ TY!

[@ShenRC]

Thanks check out my biking channel PH Fishing & Biking.

[@larryferguson354]

Where’s the bell ? Or on the right side of handlebar what is on the left side of the gear shift ? What does that do?

[@ShenRC]

Hi the bell is on the right side and control pad on left and both gear shifters are on each side.

[@larryferguson354]

Yes but how does that ring a bell I see a round button that I can’t press in to make a sound

[@ShenRC]

@@larryferguson354 Hi there is a grey lever you flick with your thumb it's like a spring and makes a metal section hit the metal bell and it makes a bell ring sound.

[@Jill-um8dq]

Hey Steve, thank you for the video. I wanted to find out which GPS unit you put on this bike and also what bike rack you ordered and where I might find these. Thank you so much.

[@ShenRC]

Hi I like this one I use it on all my bikes now you can see more bike videos on my fishing channel fishing with PH, Here is what I purchased for this bike. Thanks for watching. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083QLWSMF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L5HNFKY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

[@oak299]

He got the ancheeer like this and need a battery. Will a bigger amp battery work. As long as is 36v.. since I’m getting a new battery I’m thinking of going bigger. But scared it may not work

[@ShenRC]

Hi as long as it's the same voltage a higher amp hour battery will make it run better.

[@brandtmathews8462]

How do you remove the speed limiter? So you can go faster than 20mph ?

[@ShenRC]

with kickstand down tilt bike so rear wheel comes off the ground give it throttle and hold it on then press and hold the + and - button down at the same time for a second or so and you will hear the wheel spin up faster and it will be in high speed mode .. do the same and it will go back to low 15mph mode. hope this helps

[@brandtmathews8462]

Thank you.. But my question is. How do I get it to go faster than 20mph.. the bike already goes 20mph.. Is there a speed limiter preventing it from going faster than 20mph?

[@ShenRC]

Hi mine only went top speed 15mph and I did what I explained to you to mine and mine now goes 20mph so maybe if you do it with yours it will go 25mph I don't know have to try it.@@brandtmathews8462

[@brandtmathews8462]

Thanks for the info and thanks for your video ..

[@stevenhardy3503]

Can i put on any 36v battery at any amp hr i need to go to my docter appoments , so i need a bigger battery life .

[@ShenRC]

Hi you can use any higher AH36V battery

[@jerrycorbin1533]

Help please what does the stem bolt screw in to because there's for mine to screw in to please help me

[@jerrycorbin1533]

I just bought it im disabled and im having so much trouble putting it together

[@ShenRC]

Hi the screw in the center of the stem you tighten it up after you set the height and make sure the handlebars are straight with the front wheel, tighten it up and it will hold the position you set. Hope this helps.

[@martydaniels3118]

What was the rear rack brand? It looks similar to a UFANME that can be purchased on Amazon but I can't tell.

[@ShenRC]

Hi it is a bell. see this link they also have another one on the same page. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L5HNFKY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

[@davidmarks5282]

That rack looks cool. I am keen to get a rack to take heavy paniers and have been warned about ones which connect to the seatpost and the rear wheel stays - the suspension between them could put harmful pressure on the rack. Any ideas what sort of rack could work?

[@davidmarks5282]

Is it possible to lock the rear suspension while the rack is fitted?

[@ShenRC]

@@davidmarks5282 Hi the rack I got works perfectly..the rear suspension on this don't hardly move like my normal mountain bikes so there is no need to worry about it at all. Also I have more videos of this bike and my other ones on my other channel Fishing with ph & biking.

[@davidmarks5282]

@@ShenRC thanks. The one I have on order appears to be installable on the seatpost alone, which would eliminate the suspension problem, if it is strong enough to support the bags.

[@ShenRC]

@@davidmarks5282 I got the bell one on amazon.

[@shamarkateer7763]

can we replace display controller with the one with speed on it?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I am not 100% sure but I am thinking most likely you can.

[@peterstoughton2872]

I have the same bike and I'm looking to upgrade the battery to 10 AH but I'm having trouble finding it on Ebay. You wouldn't happen to have a link to it? Thanks Pete.

[@ShenRC]

Hi check this out they show 36V and even higher ah rated packs www.ebay.com/itm/314027310361?hash=item491d7c7d19:g:cX8AAOSwWqtioGU7

[@leighfrancisnemenzo9012]

Hey Shen, glad to have seen your video. Your tips should be very helpful. I've been doing my research for almost a month now about this bike and I guess your feedback will be the final say! My question would be, how is the bike now after a year of using it? I would really appreciate your update :-) PS. I read one of your replies in a comment. I feel sorry about your health challenges. I hope you're doing ok.

[@ShenRC]

Hi thank you, The bike is still going great! they now have a newer model with a 500wt motor also. they also make another model that has a larger rear shock with a different frame that is a little more $ if you want one with a more active rear suspension.

[@leighfrancisnemenzo9012]

@@ShenRC a new model? How come I didn't see it in their website? I'll go check again. But I don't think I'd go for the 500W motor since here in Italy 250W is the limit. But thank you for the tip! All the best!!!

[@ShenRC]

@@leighfrancisnemenzo9012 hi search vivi electric bike on amazon, mine is 350watt and the latest version they have also is 500watt... don't get the 250 watt one that is probably really weak.

[@stevenhardy3503]

S. Hardy i've had mine for two years and i still love it ,i just need two new batterys,

[@mysteryandmeaning297]

I dont get how fold it. I lifted lever but still doesnt fold. Can do video on it? And where link for new battery on ebay

[@ShenRC]

Hi all you do is pull the lever out to unlatch it and then pull up on it to pull the pin up out of the frame slot and when you have it pulled up you can then fold the bike.

[@504_Scooby]

And how do you know when the battery is fully charged? There's no light indicator on it.

[@ShenRC]

Hi the charger has a small LED on it when it's full it turns green.

[@ibekevo]

I’m not sure if I somehow turned pedal assist off by mistake, any idea how you can turn it back on?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I am not sure, maybe the wire connector came apart from the sensor on the crank inside the box on the control unit?

[@aureliosalcedo1021]

Is it possible to make a go faster?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I don't have this no longer but I remember if you turn the bike on and put it in the fastest pedal assist mode and then press both the plus and minus keys down for a second or so then the top speed will get faster. One way to do it so you can tell by the speed and sound of the wheel spinning is hold the bike on it's side on the kickstand when it's down so the tire is off the ground and when you do what I said above you will see the rear wheel spins much faster. Hope this helps.

[@aladent]

Best info video on the Vivo I've seen. My nephew in law has one and my brother and sister bought the non-foldable Vivo's and like them. I'm going to get the one you have. In your fishing video, you have two other computers/speedometers on the bike. What are they and where can I get them? Thanks! PS: I'll use the bike for fishing, too!

[@ShenRC]

Cool! I will have a new Vivi video out Monday showing all the things i done to my bike and will list links in the video description to most of everything I added to my bike but for now here is the GPS bike CPU unit for you. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B083QLWSMF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Thanks for watching.

[@arnitamartin8403]

How do you operate the left side shifter? Is it for the 3 front gears? Please explain.

[@ShenRC]

Hi yes the left side changes the chain on the 3 big gears on the crank. Thanks for watching.

[@naturelover7433]

I can’t figure out how to turn on the cruise control.

[@ShenRC]

Hi I don't think it has it.

[@biketrippinwithbryan]

If you upgrade the battery make sure the controller can handle the new voltage

[@ShenRC]

Yep got to stay with the 36V. Thanks for all the comments bud. 👍

[@walterbock4717]

@@ShenRC can you sdtill leave me a message for a stronger battery - maybe amazon ASIN B092VHWYJF ?

[@ShenRC]

@@walterbock4717 Here is the one I purchased www.ebay.com/itm/174754428805 but I also found this one with more capacity www.ebay.com/itm/154467343610?hash=item23f6f89cfa:g:jcIAAOSwwhhgrMIN

[@walterbock4717]

@@ShenRC Thanx, my friend.

[@mikeback3257]

@@ShenRC How's the higher AH battery working out for you?

[@stevenhardy3503]

Mine is a 350w folding bike and i need news batterys but i.can only find batterys for 750w . I.m pretty sure that would kill my bike ?

[@ShenRC]

Hi as long as it's 36V it could be a million AH it don't matter your bikes motor only draws what it needs from the battery.

[@stevenhardy3503]

@@ShenRC YES but if i plug a 750w battery into a 350w bike wouldn.t it burn out the brain box or burn up the 350a motor ?

[@ShenRC]

@@stevenhardy3503 Hi if it's the same voltage 36V capacity don't matter it could be a billion AH , WH , watts the bike only draws from the battery what it needs it will just run longer with a higher capacity battery pack... Like my RC cars if you seen any of my RC videos,, I can use a 2s lipo 7.4V in a rc car that is 3000MAH and I could also run a 2s 7.4V lipo in the same RC that is 10,000Mah it don't matter just gives you more run time.

[@stevenhardy3503]

@@ShenRC Do you make bike batterys ? I need two ViVi bike bag batterys , i also need someone too make me a supper battery many Ah i can put in my bike trailer to make it to Dotor apptointments . thanks .

[@ShenRC]

@@stevenhardy3503 Got to search e-bay for 36v e bike battery.

[@noelcustodio9652]

Hi need the rear and front wheel for 26 vivi ebike and battery.

[@ShenRC]

Hi why would you need all that? thanks

[@noelcustodio9652]

@@ShenRC somebody gave me a frame of vivi e bike folding with 7 speed and I don't know where to buy the parts thank you 🚲

[@poyed88]

Hello, I am seriously looking at this bike and the Metakoo Cybertrack 100. Does the extra weight of the battery on the handle bar affect the steering or control of the bike? Is that a concern? Thank you

[@ShenRC]

Hi it don't bother me at all and I ride normal mountain bikes also... the li- ion battery is not that heavy. this one is duel suspension though witch is nice but it don't have a lot of travel from the small rear shock but I guess it's better than no shock, they also make this one it looks like the rear suspension is better than on the one I have. www.amazon.com/Electric-Mountain-Removable-Professional-Suspension/dp/B00OEXUU5Y/ref=sr_1_19?dchild=1&keywords=vivi%2Bebike&qid=1634438517&s=sporting-goods&sr=1-19&th=1

[@poyed88]

@@ShenRC Thank you. I noticed that also, the placement of the shocks is different from your bike.

[@ShenRC]

@@poyed88 Yes the rear shock is a bit larger so I would think the rear suspension will have more movement.

[@beenalwhile1]

I got this bike and tryed to adjust the handlebars up and down.

[@niallrochford625]

Anyone know how to adjust the front shocks? I have the same model (M026TGB). The shocks are too soft and need to harden. Thanks

[@ShenRC]

Hi this shock has no adjustments only way to get a stiffer fork would to be to buy a replacement fork. hope this helps

[@niallrochford625]

@@ShenRCAppreciate the response but that sucks!

[@ShenRC]

Yeah but that's what must be done if the fork feels to soft for you. sorry@@niallrochford625

[@niallrochford625]

@@ShenRC As a matter of interest, what is the compression travel distance on your Vivi bike front shocks? Mine is 2" which is awfully long. My other mountain bike is just 1/2". I'm currently talking to their support as this does not seem right. Thanks for all your help.

[@ShenRC]

Longer travel works better..I switched mine out to a coil sr suntour shock it's much better tight no play and it has the pre load adjustment you need to make the front stiffer if you need to.@@niallrochford625

[@davidmarks5282]

What are your recommendations regarding battery charging when the bike is not in regular use over a few months? I have a timer to charge for 4 hours after a run, but how long should I charge per day when the bike is idle? (The original battery).

[@ShenRC]

Hi you don't have to charge the battery every day Li Ion cells don't self discharge like older Nicad or Nimh type batteries. I put a little charge in my every few months.

[@biketrippinwithbryan]

aluminum alloy has some magnetic properties i think, i have 2 bikes that are alloy

[@ShenRC]

Nope aluminum alloy should not stick to a magnet if it does ..you got taken... china made bikes for ya they always trick you some how to save more $!

[@pauldesmond3269]

they are like they are made of lead🤣 you dont wanna run out of battery as its hard work getting home. i didnt know about the holding left and right button hack...will try it next time i take it out.

[@MrsGracieRogers]

Do you have any buying info for that bike rack?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I don't put this bike on a car rack, I do know you need one that can hold a lot of weight most are rated for like 40lbs or so so you need one that can hold more weight because this bike weights maybe 60 or more lbs. hope this helps

[@Djchris2011]

How to fold this bike? I got the same one can't figure out how to fold it

[@ShenRC]

Hi Pull out lever on side of the bike top tube and pull up on it to pull the rod out of the hole in the frame and then fold.

[@Djchris2011]

@@ShenRC okay thank you

[@n222-w2i]

can I put a 48 volt in place of the 36volt

[@ShenRC]

Hi I would not try it because you could have a chance of it burning out all the electronics in the bike.

[@n222-w2i]

@@ShenRC thanks 👍

[@stevenhardy3503]

so i can use a 10ah battery 36v without hurting my bike ?

[@ShenRC]

it will be fine.

[@valeriejspringham951]

What is the depth of this bike when folded and laid on it’s side I’m looking to buy 2 and need to know if they both will fit in my car

[@ShenRC]

Hi I never folded the darn thing but from what I seen it is not that wide and the widest part would be the handle bar.

[@gtfit9724]

I got the same bike but how do you get the headlight to turn on lol?

[@ShenRC]

Hi i don't have this anymore but I think you hold down the plus key until it comes on then let off it. Check out my biking channel PH fishing and biking Thanks

[@jamesmento9063]

Long press the + button

[@pauldesmond3269]

@@jamesmento9063 when the power is on

[@kanoen1]

Hello, Can you ride with this e-bike like an e-scooter? My height is 180 CM. Is the actual maximum speed 25 KM per hour? Does not have a rear light.

[@ShenRC]

HI unlocked it does 20MPH, I set mine up to work only with throttle by simply unplugging the pedal assist wires plug. no rear light only a front one. Thanks for watching I have other videos also.

[@pauldesmond3269]

@@ShenRC bit silly only having a front light surely it would be simple to rig a rear one???

[@jackanddan]

Super cool Steve....we’ve looked at a lot of these and this seems like a pretty good one.....I am due for a new bike soon and am going to get a fat bike like jacks a bit a little different.... probably won’t get the electric though.... he’s gonna need a new one soon too cause his legs are going to be longer than mine soon hahaha

[@ShenRC]

Nice, I was looking at those fat bikes they are cool!

[@panzerfaust237]

How do you turn on The Headlight?

[@ShenRC]

Hi when it's on you press and hold down the + button and do the same to turn it off.

[@mikebenoit6648]

I'm getting smart tail light alarm with remote for my new Bike

[@ShenRC]

That's cool.

[@mamsy1169]

How do you fold it - I can't get mine to fold....i loosen the quick release on the hinge, but cant get it to move after that.

[@ShenRC]

Hi you undo the clasp and lift it up and the metal pin lifts as you do this and comes out of the hole in the bikes frame and then you can fold the bike.

[@juliegeorge4555]

@@ShenRC I can’t figure out how to assemble the folding pin. Do you have a tutorial on that? Thanks

[@ShenRC]

@@juliegeorge4555 Hi I don't understand what your trying to explain. you pull out the lever and pull it up to pull out the pin out of the bike frame and the bike can be folded and you hold the lever pulled up and do the opposite to make the frame together again and then fold over the clasp to lock it in place.

[@juliegeorge8680]

@@ShenRC mine didn’t come with it assembled. The lever used to fold the bike that is. I can’t figure out how to attach it to the bike

[@ShenRC]

@@juliegeorge8680 strange if you contact me from my youtube home page by e-mail I can send you a picture of what it looks like on my bike or make a short video.

[@mspahn1967]

What is the best battery pack for this bike?

[@mspahn1967]

I bought this bike without a battery and charger. Which battery is best for this bike

[@ShenRC]

Hi probably if you find one that is 36V and a higher Amp hour rating and it will cost a little more because your paying for better quality battery cells used in the pack. check out my other bike channel I did my final review on this bike but I now sold it and got other's that I found work much better. Fishing & biking with ph is my other channel. Thanks

[@mspahn1967]

@@ShenRC Can I put a 48v battery in this bike? Where can I buy a battery, charger, and carrying case bundle?

[@mspahn1967]

I want the best performance I can get out of this bike

[@davidmarks5282]

My PAS stopped working in the middle of a ride yesterday. Any ideas what I might try?

[@ShenRC]

Maybe open up the plastic control box cover see if it's wire came unplugged?

[@davidmarks5282]

@@ShenRC good tip, thanks. Have you ever opened up the PAS unit itself?

[@ShenRC]

@@davidmarks5282 ​ @David Marks Hi No I never did, I don't even use pedal assist I unplug it and it makes the battery last much longer because with it on when riding on flat ground or a slight down hill when you pedal the motor just comes on for no reason wasting battery power when you don't need it , I only use the throttle when needed and you can go so much further it's way better.

[@davidmarks5282]

@@ShenRC Thanks - I am trying to get support from the folks in China who have suggested the same. I am a bit concerned about invalidating the warranty (LOL?) What kind of screwdriver is needed to open the Controller? Is there an instruction video on checking out the Controller?

[@ShenRC]

@@davidmarks5282 Hi it won't, the plastic box on the seat tube of the frame has 4 Philips head screws on the back 4 corners just unscrew them pop the cover off and then follow the wire from the bike crank sensor to the control box and simply disconnect that connector.

[@plantaseednotlitter2260]

What is an easy way to carry a E- bike on a city bus? I enjoyed watching your video. Be safe

[@ShenRC]

Hi first off I have a biking channel now also PH Fishing & Biking check it out. I would say buy one of those really small ones that fold in half.

[@frenchdoseinthelab566]

I do I fold a vivi e bike I can’t figure it out

[@twitch4gamers643]

Hi were did you get your spare battery from.

[@ShenRC]

Hi on e-bay but I think I found a better one now it states it can handle 20Amp constant drain ware as the one I purchased says only 15amps... here is the one I think may be better. www.ebay.com/itm/402759881360?hash=item5dc65c1290:g:5FYAAOSwJidgWEeZ

[@nathandeal8253]

Not just to replace but if you wanted a spare because you’re going on a long commute or remote area

[@ShenRC]

e-mail me from my youtube home page click the about tab I know a place that you can probably get all the parts you need.

[@NCmountainsYouTubeChannel]

ALL right, now. Thanks for sharing cool cool cool

[@ShenRC]

Thanks for watching!

[@rrblikalian4163]

How can I change the back tire?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I changed mine it was not to hard I think you disconnect the cable from the wheel and unbolt the wheel off like on a normal bike. Thanks for watching.

[@rrblikalian4163]

@@ShenRC hi thanks for your help Im scared to take off the wire that goes in to the axle

[@rrblikalian4163]

@@ShenRC how do I get the wire off and back on 😔

[@ShenRC]

@@rrblikalian4163 there is a connector you unplug a few inches away from it coming out of the wheel axle

[@michaeledmonds3027]

Nice ride... As with all your stuff, it's well thought out. Have to ask: What's your day job? I must be doing something wrong. Your workshop looks more like a hobby shop. I assume you're provided some products for review after establishing your channel. You do a very professional and relatable job. Thanks for your videos!

[@ShenRC]

Hi I used to breed reptiles and do high end auto detailing jobs... now I just have a few reptiles I breed sometimes and sell the stuff on my site and do youtube and odd things around from time to time. I can't do to much strenuous stuff anymore I have lots of bad problems throughout my body from doing so much strenuous body building and bike riding and crazy stuff all my life. Got a messed up back all threw out neck to lower back so messed up my kneck makes my arms hurt even when on the CPU to type and do stuff like my videos I struggle through lots of pain.. not good why I tell everyone don't go over board lifting or doing extreme type sports like freestyling ramp riding or mountain biking like I used to do. Thanks for watching.

[@michaeledmonds3027]

@@ShenRC Sorry about your pain. I had spine issues once, but after a couple fused vertebrae (neck & lower back), I watch my lifting, keep stretched out and stay active. Guess you've been to a spine doc, had an MRI and discussed possible fixes. Not cheap, but sure can make life more pleasant. Take care...

[@gjamin7]

Great Video I got me one the other day LOVE it going to do some of the upgrades you suggested! THANKS I see on a lot of ebikes you can hacks & remove the limit on speed by disconnecting the white wire on the Controller. I opened mine up there is no white wire...I see you mentioned you can unlock top speed also turn it on by pressing + and - . I got mine at 20MPH is that the fastest it will go by chance ? I LOVE LOVE this bike great price ! and so fun! THANKS for the TIPS! I surely need a seat replacement wow! LOL

[@ShenRC]

Cool! Yes 20mph maybe 21 is the fastest it can go. Thanks for watching.

[@Ascott6251]

Can you upgrade to a bigger battery?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I looked on e-bay because I got me a higher capacity pack but the pack must not have used good cells in it so it really did not give me much more run time... afterwards I found this one it's a little more capacity than stock but the amp draw rating is higher than 15a like the stock one and the one I purchased so I think this one may use better quality cells in the pack... here it is the one I would try. www.ebay.com/itm/402353449939?_trkparms=aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D233198%26meid%3Dd77e1d0e4b864d7f992c90527dade8a7%26pid%3D101195%26rk%3D2%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D402712329149%26itm%3D402353449939%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv9PairwiseWithPLXWebKnnNlpRecall&_trksid=p2047675.c101195.m1851&amdata=cksum%3A402353449939d77e1d0e4b864d7f992c90527dade8a7%7Cenc%3AAQAGAAABIGOPdX1sQDPwtbbm3w2kp3G59teBI7E4PfgADf%252BH1Twd5yZ8vz6qLdoLoTO3WhBS%252Ff2%252BJWkY10FlN1pUldIMhV8R4B%252F%252FPlOuvUhYVF5kx%252B2zkmvWHb4xWKMyOX%252FRSesA6949MMKMxCLDV5LqoXR29B%252FpHWb02Sx9NnAu4Z5Y32kKNdnIPRsmlVixSDHI9V2AF0d%252BruduxU17VyEKFgT5CBB%252F4b8pSpcaO7PGOM5RyctXX1WxQye51%252B4dIY%252FTJdJeEBr3Ge8c0dSt1%252BBUxwvumprceHvkXsxEBF3ZGFkTb%252FA3hawlHTx%252F6TJhXsXKpJm0wPmb5TShPTumxaven1iSc%252BwF0p8%252F9MaW4%252BD0BJXMqb5VVLpCAznhC6WSV7OS7JqdaA%253D%253D%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2047675

[@locgiatruongvan437]

hi, do you know how to turn the front light on

[@ShenRC]

Hi yes press and hold in the + button and it comes on then to turn off do the same. Thanks for watching.

[@locgiatruongvan437]

@@ShenRC thank you, it works

[@ShenRC]

@@locgiatruongvan437 You can unlock 20mph top speed also turn it on by pressing + and - buttons at once hold for 2 seconds and in high you can go 20MPH to turn back to normal do the same and your top speed will be 15mph in high again.

[@valeriejspringham951]

Please help! I just need to know the depth once folded and laid on its side

[@requena79]

Can this bike handle jumps on a dirt track?

[@ShenRC]

I am not sure, I would think you would want a true mountain bike for that and would probably need to spend the same amount that this e-bike was on a normal non electric bike if you want something to beat on and jump and stuff.

[@requena79]

@@ShenRC ah I wish it could handle jumps, you'd think with front shock absorbers it'd be all that's needed given that a bmx has no suspension and are often seen in the air!

[@ShenRC]

@@requena79 Hi I am not saying you can't jump with it but it's so heavy it's not a good bike for trying to jump, it's like 65lbs, I used to ride bmx and do freestyling until I was like 30+ years old and then mountain biking.. my bikes were light you could lift them up easy by doing a bunny hop movement and jump over garbage cans and they were easy to maneuver because of there light weight this e-bike feels like a lead weight not good for any type of jumping or stunt driving.

[@tranquilbeatz7442]

My daughter just got this bike and I put it together for her but i must have done something wrong cause it doesn't move when I use the throttle, can you please help me, im a chick, I've looked online but nothing is helpful

[@ShenRC]

Hi I am assuming when she pedals the bike motor powers up? I would check the connecting plug on the twist throttle like 8 inches away it should plug into another plug connector. also you may want to unscrew the black box cover that's on the frame there is 4 screws and look inside to see if all the connectors are together on the controller unit.. Hope this helps.

[@tranquilbeatz7442]

@@ShenRC ty so much i will do that ty

[@birdmatic8937]

Just ordered one so I will definitely be in tune👍🏾

[@ShenRC]

Cool it's fun! Hope you enjoy it!

[@lifeisshort4737]

It's a heavy bike I know I own one. The gears don't run smoothly on my new one

[@birdmatic8937]

@@lifeisshort4737 bike probably weighs about 50-60 lbs,no big deal,as far as gears you might need to adjust them🤷🏾‍♂️

[@lifeisshort4737]

@@birdmatic8937 I regret not buying the one that has the battery inside the frame

[@corteshernan6711]

@@ShenRC hello i have the winice 36v 8ah how can i do for go more than 25km/h, and can i put a new batterie for example 36v 10ah or 48v 10ah thank s

[@cristianopetrini2852]

Please: 1) Quanto pesa a vuoto, al netto? 2) Sue 3 dimensioni (x,y,z) quando e piegata(e eventualmente in parte smontata) adattata a portabaglio di auto.? A presto, e " buona ricerca"!

[@ShenRC]

Hi I am not sure it's got to be like 50lbs and I don't know the size when folded I never fold my bike. a bike rack should work I don't see why it would not fit on a normal bike wrack. Thanks for watching.

[@tranquilbeatz7442]

I don't understand the idea of unpljgging the pedal assiste wire,i mean i do but i guess i just dknt k kw how to work the bike

[@ShenRC]

Hi I did this so I can use the shift controller only and so when I let off it I can pedal in some situations and wont have to have the motor kick on. Thanks for watching.

[@tranquilbeatz7442]

@@ShenRC how do i unplug this wire??

[@ShenRC]

@@tranquilbeatz7442 Hi it is inside the plastic box on the seat down tube by the crank, unscrew the cover there will be 4 screws and then the sensor on the left side by the crank follow the wire from that sensor into the box and unplug it and it will be good to go.

[@tranquilbeatz7442]

@@ShenRC so im lookkng at the two plugs just past the throttle but one is yellow one is orange and the corresponding plugs are orange amd red

[@ShenRC]

@@tranquilbeatz7442 Hi on the left side of the crank you pedal with your left foot you will see on the ball bearing bracket it rotates on a plastic piece follow the wire on it up into the controller and simply un plug it's connector and it will disable the pedal assist feature. 👍

[@EahmondPaige]

Ive had one for 3-4 months, last night I put the battery on the charger, after an hour the light chamged green (fully charged) when I powered up the bike, it only showed 2 bars and died when I tried to turn the headlight on. HELP

[@ShenRC]

Sounds like a bad battery?

[@pauldesmond3269]

i bought mine for £150 and had to replace the display unit and the pedal sensor to get it working.....if you have to replace the display then the only place i could get it from was China (vivi) it was £35. check its not the battery first tho.....no other display seemed to work.

[@MrBears1024]

Hey. I was wondering how the bike has been working for you this far? Any issues or problems? Also would you say the back rim spokes are strong enough to handle the power of the motor?

[@ShenRC]

Hi so far it's all good no problems. looks like the wheels and spokes should be good enough.

[@MrBears1024]

@@ShenRC that great to know thanks for the reply really appreciate that I'm thinking of investing into an e bike myself just trying to make sure I get the right one and dont go bankrupt lol I've been looking into many of them but the price of this one just caught my eye especially the look of it

[@ShenRC]

@@MrBears1024 For the $ this one at least comes with a 350 watt motor most come with a 250 watt at this price.

[@MrBears1024]

@@ShenRC that is very true I agree with you on that 100%. I think I will end up getting this bike. I was leaning towards getting something with 500w but that's when the price gets crazy. Also a tad bit worried about the wires and battery getting wet from say a random storm or going through puddles

[@MrBears1024]

I know I sound a bit overly cautious but things happen

[@idunnowhoiam4u]

I've got one of these and with the limiter shut off it tops at 17mph, with it on, I get 14mph.

[@ShenRC]

who knows could be your battery is a bit weak or Vivi adjusted some other setting in the control panel to limit top speed? Check out my biking channel PH fishing & Biking. Thanks

[@gdinme3180]

Just bought the 26LGB of the rear shocks with vertical position. There to use mostly for flat bumby terrain. The horizontal one mostly for up and downhill trailing. I got this type of frame to do upgrades and modification to equip another motor to use as a 2000watt Turbo Booster. Nearly finish and link pic soon. No other frame would do for me as I wanted dual shocks for high speeds as single shocks gets too rough on the butt, besides stressing frame and parts of needing to adjust constantly with certain areas like rear discs. Great buy at 569 with 80$ shipping fee and tax it was 700.39$ There we're two other brands of similar frame of dual shocks but it looked flimsy with many bad reviews. They were selling at lower price but knew better to move on.

[@ShenRC]

Cool! 😁👍

[@gdinme3180]

@@ShenRC oh, thanks for the led functions of turning off speed limiter.

[@gdinme3180]

@@ShenRC I'm just about done with my base modification on the 26LGB model. Just the torque arms on front wheel on both sides and the rear side screen ( ) guards to fit 2nd controller and the main Vivi battery ( rear sides of rear tire). I don't really make videos on social media but I will come back with link of pictures and review. Maybe I make short video here but it be the link once done by manyana. .

[@gdinme3180]

Oh, hit most recent and look for review by TLe

[@gdinme3180]

I'm very impressed of this e bike of the build. I have a regular bike ,a Next Power Climber I converted into a DIY, similar frame of your model. However yours and my new 26LGB has superior design from the Next Hard tail bike. The regular dual shocks bike is a 2 piece frame. Ours here is made up of at least 4 separate parts of the frame, wow! If you look closer at your back top bar, look down near sprocket and brakes and believe you will see one of the hinges. The suspension is very much useful due to this.

[@clydee.walker6271]

: : May 29, 2022 .:. Hi… I am a relatively new subscriber. I know it’s been over a year since you posted this video. But I just wanted to point out that their description includes “aluminum alloy”, as opposed to just plain aluminum. That would account for any magnetism detected in the frame’s metallic structure… I hope this helps to clear up any misunderstandings.

[@ShenRC]

Hi yes but when I purchased this bike the info on it said aluminum frame but after I complained it was misleading they switched there info on the frame.

[@satorrotas]

Really good this electric bike, great review and tips. Excellent video 👍

[@ShenRC]

Glad you enjoyed it!👍

[@satorrotas]

@@ShenRC 😊👍

[@chailikethedrink]

What are the dimensions of the battery?

[@ShenRC]

Hi the battery is 8- 1/8" x 3- 2/8" x 2- 6/8"

[@chailikethedrink]

@@ShenRC Thank you! Do you know if I could use a 36v 8ah Battery meant for a 500w motor with this bike?

[@ShenRC]

​@@chailikethedrink Hi yes, you can buy larger capacity packs that are the same size that just use higher capacity cells inside them, I was looking they have them in 10ah 14ah 16ah 20ah 30ah the bike comes with 36v 8ah battery.

[@brandonnaughten3829]

Does it come prebuilt ?

[@ShenRC]

Hi yes you just put the pedals, seat and handlebars on. Thanks

[@brandonnaughten3829]

@@ShenRC could i have link were to buy im in the uk cant find any close

[@ShenRC]

@@brandonnaughten3829 Hi I have the link under my video in the video description.

[@rmcadam62]

Great video! Thank you!

[@ShenRC]

Thanks check out my bike channel PH fishing and biking.

[@joeleibrock5536]

It sounds like your saying you cant just use the motor unless you unplug a cable

[@ShenRC]

Hi you can just use the motor with the throttle grip on the handle bar all the time but if you peddle that will activate the motor also... so if you want only throttle from the bike grip just unplug the peddle sensor and you will make the motor come on when you use the throttle grip. Thanks for watching.

[@enigmasoup7381]

You can turn the motor off by pressing the minus button when it is on low pedal assist mode and it turns it off. You don’t have to unplug it.

[@Happylanding6]

how to switch on headlight？

[@ShenRC]

Hi power the bike on and then hold down the + button for like 2 seconds it will turn on and do the same to turn it off. Thanks for watching.

[@mrrustygray]

Looking for an extra battery, larger battery.

[@RcBasherBoi]

Awesome bike Steve, super cool. But I must say this, the best exercise is on a bicycle. But if the bike is electric and helps with your pedaling then your exercise routine just decreased by a lot. LOL Looking forward to the running vid.

[@ShenRC]

Thanks, I did not get it for exercise to much, did you know I did freestyling and quarter pipe bike riding until I was 30 years old and also mountain bike riding in that rough mountain I drive my rock crawlers in I was like a professional on bikes road them like it was walking to me until I was probably 37 years old...why my knees and everything are shot now.. plus all the body building jogging and all sorts of crazy crap I did... I pushed myself hard and did everything to the limit and did to much now I can hardly do anything these days from over doing it my whole body's messed up and broken down and worn out or injured.

[@RcBasherBoi]

@@ShenRC : That's awesome man, im in my 30s and I still ride bicycles Mountain, road and bmx. Usually on my road bike I try to do 10 miles a night( that's the only time I have to ride since I'm busy all day) same thing with my Mountain bike. It's a great exercise experience I really enjoy riding. And actually bicycles is a second hobby that I enjoy most, Rc is 1#.

[@ShenRC]

You don't go crazy..I used to ride my mountain bike 6 miles to get to the mountain and ride in that rough rocky crap for another 13 miles and drive 6 miles back home... none of my buddies would come to drive in the mountain it was to extreme and rocky they could not take it! LOL!!

[@RcBasherBoi]

@@ShenRC : I do go insane actually when I have time. I love long runs, typically 150 miles is what I do when I spare plenty of time. Usually in one day doing that amount of miles it sure is a great exercise. That is done in my road bike. My mountain bike, I just love trailing don't know how much miles I input but I've spend hours on mountain trails with my buddies who enjoy the sport as well.

[@ShenRC]

I just do everything extreme that was my problem. I could have actually been a body builder also I used to lift for 3 hours a day some times also never missed a day of lifting even lifted on Christmas, I did crazy stuff on my bike like the guy's on TV I even road my mountain bike in the 90's right after that big hurricane we had back then here all the mountain was like a brook I actually was riding in flooded areas up to my top bar on my bike frame I was stupid why I can barely even ride a bike right now. If you only knew how many cranks I snapped or bent, frames I cracked wheels that bent necks that snapped off on my bikes! vanders cherry pickers table tops 360 tail whips bunny hopping garbage cans qurter pipe riding drop ins and a load more of frestyling stunts and big ramp jumping put a big ass whooping on ya for sure! I sure loved the adrenalin rush but sure wish I never done it now! LOL!!

[@planetfroth]

Cool video, thanks for sharing!

[@RattrapRC]

Really cool bike Shen. Enjoy and ride safe. Don't forget your helmet lol

[@ShenRC]

Thank you, I will 😁👍

[@mikebenoit6648]

Not changing anything on my Bike but rack sounds like a good idea

[@ShenRC]

It is great because it just comes off with a clamp like the seat posts use. Thanks

[@goose33]

Im 6 foot 3 Will I be too tall?

[@ShenRC]

Hi I am not sure search vivi 26 electric folding bike I think they may have the size fitment.. I am 5ft 6 or 7 inches and it's a little big for me.

[@goose33]

@@ShenRC ok thanks!

[@biketrippinwithbryan]

BEAUTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ShenRC]

😁👍

[@abdullahasif8963]

Finally figured out how to turn the light on ..

[@Houleigan]

Cool bike, and some great tips!

[@ShenRC]

Thanks!👍

[@HaydadRC]

Nice bike Steve; it’s got some nice features!👍😊

[@ShenRC]

Thanks 👍

[@foolonthrn]

I have the hardtail ViVi mountain bike and it is indeed aluminum frame

[@ShenRC]

Yeah not this one though.

[@foolonthrn]

@@ShenRC my ladies version is metal

[@ShenRC]

Check out my biking channel PH fishing & Biking@@foolonthrn

[@unknownadventures3188]

Put hat cable in..save so much battery

[@jerrycorbin1533]

I need one of those seats

[@biketrippinwithbryan]

My new scooter is out for delivery

[@ShenRC]

COOL!! have to see that sucker go!

[@everywherelocal]

yeah! 👍

[@ShenRC]

😁Thank you

[@islandrc-duke1972]

cool bike and tips

[@ShenRC]

Thanks