Silence SE01+ Random Ride To A Bike Cafe & Pub

Silence SE01+ Pillion Rideout, Can It Do That?
This time I take the Silence SE01+ out on a afternoons run to see what its like riding with a pillion.
We make a cafe stop and also a very nice pub in Bickleigh.
We also stop off and I ask my son (Jed) how he feels about riding pillion on the bike.
Silence S01 Plus electric scooter is a sleek and efficient mode of transportation designed to provide a quiet and environmentally friendly riding experience. Here is a description of its features and specifications:
1. Design: The S01 Plus boasts a modern and stylish design with clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic. It is built with high-quality materials, combining durability with an elegant appearance.
2. Electric Motor: This scooter is powered by a robust electric Hub motor that provides smooth and silent acceleration. The motor delivers ample torque for quick acceleration and ensures a comfortable ride.
3. Battery: The S01 Plus is equipped with a high-capacity lithium-ion battery pack. It offers an impressive range, allowing riders to cover significant distances on a single charge. The battery is removable, facilitating easy charging and replacement.
4. Performance: With its efficient electric motor and advanced battery technology, the S01 Plus offers excellent performance. It can reach a top speed suitable for urban commuting, typically around 25 to 30 mph (40 to 48 km/h), depending on local regulations and with the "push to pass" button you will get 68MPH. Don't judge thought , This is also a very suitable scooter to ride on national speed limit roads.
5. Range: The scooter's range varies depending on several factors such as rider weight, terrain, and speed. On average, the S01 Plus can travel between 60 to 80 miles (96 to 128 kilometers) on a full charge. However, it's important to note that the range may vary in real-world riding conditions.
6. Charging: The S01 Plus supports fast charging, allowing the battery to be charged quickly. The exact charging time will depend on the charger used, but typically it takes around 3 to 4 hours to fully charge the battery or 7 hours is realistic I found.
7. Features: The S01 Plus comes equipped with various features for convenience and safety. It may include a digital display that provides information such as speed, battery level, and trip distance. Other features may include LED lighting, regenerative motor braking, and a comfortable seat.
8. Noise Level: As the name suggests, Silence scooters are designed to minimize noise pollution. The S01 Plus offers an exceptionally quiet ride, making it ideal for urban environments where noise reduction is important.
9. Eco-Friendly: Being an electric scooter, the S01 Plus produces zero emissions during operation. By choosing an electric scooter over a traditional Dino oil-powered vehicle, riders contribute to reducing air pollution and carbon footprint.
Silence SE01+ Random Ride To A Bike Cafe & Pub
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[@exeterrider]

This video was made while I had the Silence S01+ in my possession for 4 weeks. I didn't give you much of an intro so here it is! I rode out to the Cafe and pub with my 13 year old Jed... I was impressed how will the scooter performed with a pillion. Thanks for watching. Drop the video a thumbs up would be appreciated. I mention this scoot is 7k but infact they are selling for £6195 now as of Jan 24. Have a good week 🍻👍

[@BeansOnToast_YT]

I never knew fishermen had such nice cots 😊

[@exeterrider]

Yeap, they are minted, but they can keep that job.

[@johnbellamy6449]

that was a really interesting video . thanks Steve and also Jed for the input . the fit and finish on your close up shots look really nice . With the government approach to making petrol and diesel vehicles extinct does make me uneasy to say the least . I like freedom of choice and am even resisting having a smart meter although my supplier keeps pestering with e mails . excellent work you do ,till next time .

[@exeterrider]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching John. The whole switchover is already a severe pain in the behind! The price of electric being car or bike is still too much for what you get out of them. Although I think it's the future, government and industry will make it a very rocky ride I'm sure....I'm not looking forward to what is ahead TBH

[@johnbellamy6449]

@@exeterrider thanks for the reply .

[@ExeterCenturion]

I'm really excited to see how electric changes over the next couple of years! Love riding them.

[@exeterrider]

Me too, I'm concerned humans will mess it up though... Resale in the second hand market will be complicated, and the price to buy at the moment is still too high for the popular types of bike that people want. If they can get the stuff out the ground cleaner and ethically then its great. Flip side is there are many advantages to electric as you know and it gives something different 👍🍻

[@thepeakybiker]

Nice ideal for a city bike

[@exeterrider]

Commuting they do the job ok👍

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

Heh ER that’s actually a really cool machine very silent tho I do think they should have sound to at least make people aware that they are there and the same with cars but yes lovely 😊 your son very funny this one .. yep , Yep, Yep , he was getting bored as they do 😂😂 I liked the lady behind kept looking round being nosey 😂😂 I do miss summer 😊😊 Enjoyed that 😊😊

[@exeterrider]

Even I was getting bored of me by that point 😂 summer is wonderful, I really enjoyed those days in 2023. More in 24 I hope 👍🍻

[@craigyllyn]

Liked that a lot. Twist n go and EV scooters also giving us the lack of head banging with pillions could convince me a premium over Dax might be acceptable. Love the discussion too. 👍

[@exeterrider]

Thanks for watching mate. Monkey is still king anyday and is still super cheap to run...I'm a monkey fan as you know.

[@jimsadler8704]

Interesting to hear your opinion on the Silence scooter, ER. Being an old time motorcyclist the idea of an electric machine doesn't light my candle but, I suppose, it seems to be the future. Nice weather when you made the vid. The River Exe at The Fishermans Cot is now halfway up to the bridge arches.

[@exeterrider]

Is it really. I did hear the banks had burst. I guess the pub must be flooded? I can see why it wouldn't light your candle Jim...and bottom line is that ICE are still better than electric. But electric does offer some good attributes for me, although price and range kills it. Thanks

[@neilbritton946]

Thanks ,great video, l agree with you,it’s the price that will hold me back , be handy for me to pop to the shops , 15 mile each way, l was at the Fisherman’s cot 2 days ago 👍

[@exeterrider]

The river must have been high 2 days ago...I'm surprised it doesn't get flooded more often!

[@LarryF-td3yx]

Makes me long for the dry roads and leafy lanes of the summer!

[@exeterrider]

Tell me about it mate. Its really what life is all about...summer days ❤

[@splodge5714]

I often go out two up with my son. Think I'll stick to my Honda Forza 350 scooter. I love it.😊

[@exeterrider]

Its nice to share the experience. The Forza is a lovely scoot.

[@flatcapcaferacer]

Very helpful information. I always judge how the passenger stays on is if I don't see their heals then they were good.

[@exeterrider]

Good way of looking at it...when I see their heals I never see them again.

[@flatcapcaferacer]

@@exeterrider 😆😆

[@economicalrides]

A lovely afternoon out with Jed there Dave and your enthusiasm for the Silence really came through. I could totally see myself justifying the expense if I had a daily commute and that scooter had sufficient range for the job. It would quickly prove to be cheap and most importantly enjoyable transport. Unfortunately, like you, I currently have no need for one, so as much as I would like one, the price is just too high for it to be an unnecessary purchase. The torque of an electric motor is definitely a major advantage if you have to ride a scooter with a pillion. On an ICE scooter in this category you would definitely feel the pillion slowing you down. A nice scenic ride there Steve and it was nice to see you out and about with Jed and I'm glad he enjoyed the experience. I hope you and the family are all healthy Steve. As for me, well I think that I am slowly getting better but it is definitely taking a while this time around ! Cheers mate, love to the Exmouth crew from la belle France ❤, chat soon ! Garry & Ruby

[@exeterrider]

Thanks Garry ,alot to be said for them , but for many it still doesn't add up yet till prices drop or dealers are easy to access....Hope youre feeling a little better.

[@Banditmanuk]

An electric scooter makes more sense than the bigger 20K + bikes. Commuting, short cafe runs, why not? We've certainly considered electric options having an excess of power produced from our solar during the summer. Well done to your lad for getting in front of the camera.

[@exeterrider]

He features more in forthcoming reviews as well, Thanks . You guys tour a lot so it wouldn't work ,althugh it could be another way for Carol to commute to work I guess... still ,the pennies don't add up I guess. Shame ,I do really enjoy electric for different reasons than I enjoy the ICE bikes. In another 20 years I think it will come into its own a bit more a when the top 4 start pulling out the stops.

[@TheRhythmicBiker]

Definitely a good run and a good test of the capability of the Silence SE01+ Power/Torque is never an issue for these electric vehicles, they always make me smile and chuckle when they take off. You're right that's a beautiful road, need to get down there sometime. I fully agree that going forward I think these are the future of commuting, if you're just going around town/city or going from town to town for work then I don't think you could argue against one of these (or any other electric option) Love the interviews with Jed, nice to get the second opinion. He's right those pillion pegs are really short, very dainty almost. The biggest issue I have is cost of repairs/breakdowns etc, obviously as demand get higher, resources will get more obtainable but for now it's very scary how much I'm sure it all cost. Respect your honesty mate, can't say I'm sold yet on the electric stuff just because of the way I ride however I'm not in denial, these bikes are coming and I do think the majority of bikers could really argue against it. Great video mate, very informal and very eye opening. Hope you and the family are well bud.

[@exeterrider]

Thansk RB...Yes relevant points you make there... Thing is with breakdowns is that there are very few moving parts...no crappy gearboxes or dual mass flywheels, oil changes etc etc...its just the battery lifetime that needs to be considered over all and general stuff like brake pads and alike... Thanks dude!

[@RevBombUK]

Its a good round town commuter, Maybe in a few years time the ev market may start to take off Nice review mate with your lad

[@exeterrider]

I kinda hope so RB.... I'm OK with electric but it has its limits as you know. its all one big mess really isnt it lol!

[@OnefromEarth]

Thanks!

[@exeterrider]

I really appreciate your support to the channel, Thank you

[@paulegan7250]

Hiya, very interesting thank you both for your views on the bike, one question for you, with regards to the performance what size of bike would you compare the performance to? Your NC for example does it compare is rollon better or worse and does it seem as powerful or nowhere near, probably difficult and not fair but I thought I'd ask anyways. Cheers mate. Well done to Jed for coping so well when you put him on the spot with questions.

[@exeterrider]

Hi Paul, I would say that it pulls like a 300cc up to about 50mph then drops off a bit...but its constant torque . Yes Jed did good. Thanks mate

[@7ann3]

I bought one as moped. It does 50-55 km/h. It is perfect. Live a bit in the country. Have 0.6 km to the stores and around 15 km to three city's. It is perfect for me. I charge it less than once a week. Just love it. I can not understand kids that would prefer a gasoline driven moped before this one. It is so fast in acc, and no services and oily shit. Soundless and the charge is enough for most daily trips. More than enough for me. Love it. I have a silence S02 4kW and the only thing i do not like is the front suspension. It is like a toy thing. Have claimed it. But the newer models have much better suspension. I am satisfied anyway.

[@exeterrider]

It's a good scooter, shame it's never taken off here tbh

[@devonbikefilms]

It only the slow charging that would put me off a bit, I’m already an EV driver, so electric holds no fears, as I have been for two years. I’ve tried an Energica Ribelle, which was superb, but over £20k new. Another couple of years development with a range of about 150 miles and hour/ hour and a half charging at a charging station and that’s pretty much enough for me.

[@exeterrider]

Yes ,its limited still isnt it...I feel the same way ,but while I had this scoot it came out the garage more than any other bike I had at the time. But it was just commuting.

[@lilynorthover8378]

Hi 👋 watched this on Sunday but its taken me this long to think of a comment that wasnt full of "yes but..." It was undoubtedly a smooth, quick, peaceful enjoyable ride. And you got around a fair bit on your day out. If they could bring the price down to £5000 something, it would be an excellent local bike.😊 Now, just to make people think. There's no such thing as Net ZERO. The Net is their get out clause. It means they can do what they want first and then make us use something "green". They are struggling to produce enough renewable electricity for the ever burgeoning number of households. How on earth will they produce enough for the far greater number of vehicles? I suspect the electricity used for them will be far from green. Still, they look fun though.😁

[@exeterrider]

Net Zero is a load of poo isn't it....As beans said its buzz words (sorry about the sustainable comment lol) Its all a big mess. To be fair though Silence have gone above and beyond for people according to my research so its good that they have good ole fasioned service values. I enjoyed having it, I found it really useful.

[@BeansOnToast_YT]

@@exeterrider Of course I'm with Lilly she knows the score, You get a pass ER this was recorded before my buzzword rant 😂

[@exeterrider]

@@BeansOnToast_YT Bless the lord for that. Grandfather rights rule.. Thanks beans😇😂🙏

[@BeansOnToast_YT]

@@exeterrider My pleasure. 👍 Sorry I've tried to hold it in but I'm bursting to ask. When you first clipped the Rode mic onto Jed how did you stop him from working out you were about to ask him questions? 🤔

[@exeterrider]

He was born in Devon, so we're 1.5 minutes behind in time. By the time he realised I was starting to ramble, that's when he got bored👍🤣

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

Think I said before I had the SEAT version of this and hated it. Two up was the worst my wife said after one ride she wouldn’t get on again as it was so uncomfortable, maybe that one is better with the adjustable rear shock. They look like they have a shock missing with just one on the right side. That one normally retails at £8k not £7k if I went down the electric scooter route again I’d probably get a second hand BMW C Evolution they have one on Autotrader at a BMW dealer, only 3500 miles with the two year BMW warranty. In the meantime I bought the C400GT and love taking that out get over 200 miles on a tank, very comfortable with all the usual BMW extras including a heated seat and my wife likes riding on the pillion.

[@exeterrider]

Hi mate yes I remember you mentioned that...Seat made a total balls up of the scooter when they could have done well out of it....From what I hear from others the suspension was awful on previous models but this SO1+ was really good and they had put a lot of investment into the rear shock so it was really very good. At the time of filming they were selling this for £7100 but now on the website its showing as £6195 OTR which to be fair is much better and about right all things considered. The BMW C-Evo was hands down the best electric I have ever had a play on...infact its much better than the CE01 ...The new one they have now and its a shame they stopped making it TBH. Not tried any BMW ICE scoots yet,but I can imagine they are good. Thanks mate

[@SouthWest-jj8yu]

@@exeterrider I just had a look at that and your right about the price, it’s really strange because Silence on Autotrader have one of the plus model a 22 plate and they’re advertising at £7495 reduced from £7995, it’s been on there for a long time hardly surprising.

[@exeterrider]

Yeap, that time of year when the stops come out I guess and more is being done to get a sale. 7.5 they will hardly sell any....6.2k is much more like it. Although I don't think they will be selling one to you lol : )

[@simonchilli2088]

Given that was videoed in the summer, have you been back to the cafe on a petrol bike with the baffles taken out and a girl in a bikini on the pillion to get your street cred back?🤗 Going forward tho, the technology will improve and more and more places will have recharging facilities.

[@exeterrider]

Funny enough I was out there last week with Saddlebags, Weston moto, and epic Adam last week so yes its back now lol.

[@simonchilli2088]

@@exeterrider I think I've seen Adam's video of you all leaving the carpark.

[@exeterrider]

Thats the one : ) Street cred returned!

[@simongilbert2704]

seems well capable ;; but i think there is a bit of a fiddle there allowing an ev bike to have over double the power to push people towards electric ;;;

[@exeterrider]

I think its just the way it works out on the dyno...you gain more from an electric in many ways.

[@nealeburgess6756]

Interesting to hear your thoughts on the electric scooter. Purely academic as far as I am concerned. I am unlikely to buy an elctric bike or car. I am a pensioner on limited income, so probably will stick to my ageing bike and car. Or maybe in the future a cheap second hand smaller bike.

[@exeterrider]

Best way really Neale. As we all know ,you don't need to spend a lot to get a lot of value.

[@Snapper2110]

A few good points there E.R. and from a commuter point of view this should be the answer to a lot of todays traffic congestion problems. My last job commute was 14 miles there plus of course 14 back 6 days pw so I would be charging 2 or 3 times pw just for work and a weekend ride, local, not too difficult. I`m retired now on a fixed income so price would be a consideration, and I think a Honda Forza - ADV, possibly at around 6K would get my vote. 200 plus miles range per tank and refillable in 2 minutes for another 200 miles. A good Korean 399cc scooter retails about 3.5K. E-V`s have to bring their price down. Also, the elephant in the room,.... when talking with your lad he mentioned the good for the environment argument, but he and the others with the same ideals must understand, that power has to come from somewhere, and at the moment it is oil or gas fired power stations, not just that magic power point in the corner of the garage, imagine the draw on our grid if every other household was charging a vehicle. Just my thoughts there, but I would like to know, what the range would be for 40-60mph constant riding like i used to have for most of my commute.

[@Snapper2110]

Correction 300cc Korean scooter. Sorry!

[@exeterrider]

Thanks mate...Yes I agree with the power station thing however I come from a stand point where electric can be made in so many different ways, wind , soler, sea etc etc...and that is pretty much an untapped market to what it could be,...its just greedy humans that mess it all up. Yes stick with the fuelled scoots as long as possible I say!

[@PhilipKerry]

Listen to your son don't go over to the dark side !!!!!!!

[@exeterrider]

I can't afford too with the prices as they are!

[@Stefan_trekkie]

Hello, Steve. It is not shameful to like an electric scooter.. Despite the ICE zealots. I have been thinking about it myself.

[@exeterrider]

Hi, It's just the big initial outlay to weigh up really isn't it....thats where it starts to not make sense.

[@quinnpeaksbiker]

Really interesting bike, but quite a bit to pay with the electric getting hiked all the time. Mate is selling his electric car as he has just had trouble after trouble with it and he's just fed up. On trying to sell it loads of garages have just said there are NOT going to take it and have refused to touch it. He's had one place that's made a reasonable offer but that's after 18 months, after 3 years I think he'd get almost nothing. That's the bigger issue with electric I think, even more than the range issue. Will be interesting to see what happens

[@exeterrider]

That's a very good point. What will the second hand market look like. Its going to get messy I think!

[@quinnpeaksbiker]

@@exeterrider after just over 18 months a car he paid 45 for is worth 30 as the best offer, 1 other place offered mid 20s and another just above. After the fire in Luton airport and so many more battery fires, I'd never touch one as it's putting my family at risk and might as well be burning money! And I've not much in the first place 😭

[@exeterrider]

Yes choppy waters ahead

[@WilliamAndrewPhilipBodie]

@20:15 Exeter Brewery Oh yes 😛 i think i'm getting old. don't like EBikes at all. cost to much and they are a fire hazard. and takes too long to recharge. but a nice video anyway 😀

[@exeterrider]

No worries mate, thanks for watching. I should get down to Exeter Brewery sometime. Its on my doorstep after all

[@roberthallas349]

NC v Silence? 😎🏍👍😁

[@exeterrider]

Yeap NC it is : )

[@roberthallas349]

@@exeterrider I love mine, I think it will last me until I’m finished riding, ( I’m nearly 73 ) so hopefully, still a few years to go yet! 😎🏍😁👍

[@exeterrider]

For sure...I know a chap I ride with in his mid 80s so plenty left yet mate.

[@roberthallas349]

@@exeterrider let’s hope so mate. Cheers. 😎🏍😁👍

[@BlakesPipes]

All vehiare ment for who does the research and finds that it fits. But we are no where close to battery fuel . I go back to my RC car days of batteries. Need to have all bike, scooter, off road and road bike battery to exchange and recharge no matter what brand your on. To me, it's a Walmart play toy till it becomes standard battery. Grow the market that it works, off road fun and around town fun. I don't think it will be electric unless if the higher power tells us we have to so they make money. It's NOT for the environment! Never! Just me. It's just what happens, we living items go back to earth and fuel for the future. Thank you 🦕 dinosaurs ! And all living things of the past.

[@exeterrider]

Not sure how it is over there but its all going elctric here ....but its very messy and going to get worse. We have some things like road closures happening here which makes no sense...totally dumb and its getting worse! : (

[@BlakesPipes]

​@@exeterriderwe have a capitalistic culture and it is what it is. But ther is a Dark side to everything. I have been watching humans fall in to this for a couple of decades with the health field. Sad when you step back and look. The powers at be want more power and money. So that will be capitalism of the battery. And .are everyone believe that is the direction. Over time, it will need to be as that is what makes life beyond. we do travel in outer space. Not to go to far into crazy for you.

[@exeterrider]

I know what you mean 👍

[@tonypyatt6556]

It’s to expensive it’s impractical to tour on so that would mean I would need two bikes that I would not be able to afford to buy insurance extra cost ev vehicles is a pipe dream that that will never be achieved for the general public only the rich will be able to run these things I

[@exeterrider]

Yeap, agreed , you would always need a second bike for sure. I'm with you on that : )