Sondors MadMods Cafe Racer Review - "$3000" Electric Bike - Worth it?

[@kristophermadrigal2822]

Press the + and - button at the same time. Put in the passcode 1515 and change the Mph to 25 for throttle

[@AlexBuysStuff]

ty

[@djibrailabdulsabor3495]

Ty

[@misterg609]

At those weights a 750-watt motor doesn't seem to cut it. I wouldn't spend $3000 for this when I could get an Ariel Rider Grizzly, a Hyperscorpion 2 from Juiced, or better yet, a Spark Bandit moped with 1500-watts nominal power. The only thing this bike has going for it is its looks.

[@ClarkSpark77]

Nailed it

[@Poteluz]

On point!

[@Poteluz]

I mean this competes with the Ariel Rider X52 seeing as it's a cafe racer and the X52 in my opinion kills it in every way plus it has the proprietary metal gears, 1000 watts motor which peaks at 2000 watts, and it can hit anywhere from 32-36 mph. On top of all of that it's $900 cheaper. I won't even compare it to the 3000 watt 52v Grizzly because there's really no comparison.

[@quantumfx2677]

Ristretto 303 FS

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Couldnt have said it better myself! My Frey Beast was a rip off, but still cheaper than this and it goes 42mph. Man i need to make a video about it! I've had it for like 6 months now.

[@TheRabbit1951]

I paid $1800 plus tax and delivery. Waited 6 months for delivery to CA. Looks cool, a slow pig on my hills here and not too comfortable to peddle. I also upgraded the rear Rotor from 180 to 203 for more secure braking on down hill. Some day I may upgrade to 1000 Watt motor to carry better.

[@AlexBuysStuff]

One of the negatives i forgot to mention is the turning radius. Holy hell is it bad. 10 point turn to do a u-turn in my garage! You can lean it to get a better turn...but it's 116lbs...so leaning it won't be physically possible for everyone.

[@00devils]

horrible turning radius and total weight. UGGG

[@scottydo5282]

I like the design of this bike a lot, but it seems to be outclassed by a lot of other bikes. If I could get this frame but with my own custom parts that would be perfect.

[@quantumfx2677]

Ristretto 303 FS

[@GodOf-Hammers]

It was a good deal at the intro price or even the mid $2k. At it's current price of $3500 is just ridiculous. It needs a more powerful motor and bigger battery. Basically it looks really cool and could function closer to an onyx city or some of the more powerful super73's if it had a bit more power. Badass looking commuter in a flat city where you have access to a garage.

[@sector7676]

What top speed are you getting with throttle only? Looks awesome!!

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Sorry I dont remember, sold it a long time ago. Cool looks but too many cons for me.

[@sector7676]

@@AlexBuysStuff ah. Yea I started hearing some negative things myself

[@elmatador1262]

Thank you for your honesty review nice to see an original owner speaking facts and not just someone cause getting pay for those companies .

[@360woodierc]

Just seems like the mad mods turned out to be an all around disappointment.looks cool but that’s all.

[@Poteluz]

Amen

[@quantumfx2677]

Ristretto 303 FS

[@thomaschung9310]

I was looking at this in the past, but ended up going with a Spark Cycleworks Bandit which came in 2 weeks and an ariel rider which I'm still waiting to ship. The Bandit is definitely a blast and you should consider it if you have a lot of hills in your area. On flats, I get a top speed of 40mph on the stock single battery setup and I believe it may go 45mph with the second battery.

[@mattmiller4917]

A second battery is not going to give you an extra 5 mph

[@thomaschung9310]

@@mattmiller4917 apparently it does on the Bandits 2400 peak watt motor. Their oem battery is 1,176 wh and adding a 52v with a battery blender apparently increases top speed and range. Depends on weight etc, but I saw one of their dual battery Bandits do 45mph.

[@denniebone388]

I ordered the Spark Cycleworks Bandit with dual batteries and it only took them 1 week delivery back in October. This eMoped is a monster and worth every penny. Top speed for me on one battery is 40mph, dual battery is 42mph on a calm day and top speed on pedal assist 5 is 45mph. It's an excellent investment and I be riding around New York City smiling from ear to ear.

[@dotiskingsp2997]

I got the scrambler....not worth 3000, but $1700 if you got in early yes. Bike is heavy compared to other ebikes....it's more a cruiser to me. In the future if you can put a more powerful motor and controller it would be great to combat the weight.

[@djibrailabdulsabor3495]

1499

[@dotiskingsp2997]

@@djibrailabdulsabor3495 1700 after shipping and taxes, wish it was 1499 straight 😄

[@Timbodacious]

I think they rushed through the design on this one and just pumped it out with no testing

[@e-powersport]

I wasn't going to post anything to ya, but when I heard you're waiting on a Metacycle, had to say something. We sell Enduro style Ebikes with 3kw-12kw motors. I ride them daily, you won't be disappointed

[@5plitpolygon550]

how come the seat isnt the cafe racer seat?

[@Neo5GT]

I was wondering the same?

[@luxuriousforce]

I’m actually shocked you got one at all. I have been following this for ages waiting for someone to get one and post a review. All I have seen is the price go up and up till it’s just not doable.

[@Relic67]

I couldn't stop looking at the beautiful Cobra. Thanks for the tip on the frey beast.

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Thanks

[@iliketoast7804]

Did you unlock it?

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Not yet, but will do it on my next ride...whenever that is.

[@iliketoast7804]

@@AlexBuysStuff then you didn't get top speed I believe lol.

[@iliketoast7804]

I don't know how much unlocking helps but it is what it is

[@tylerseyfert2015]

You have to unlock your speed you’ll get 28 that’s what everyone else has been getting

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Gotcha, thanks for the tip

[@gerardogama6045]

@@AlexBuysStuff go to advanced settings and change the tire size from 27 to 16 inch, = 30+ mph!🤙

[@CrazyTruckinS10]

And now they've just ked up the price to $3500. I paid $3000 2 months ago.

[@sector7676]

Is the thumb throttle on the right side?

[@condorseven]

I definitely agree that this is a weird bike. It has a motorcycle quality frame with average ebike power specs. It's not as casual as it was originally marketed. And it's not for suitable for pedaling. I think it'll feel better with more power which it should have at a $3000 price now.

[@ttngeo7494]

…. Ah I’m 6’6” n have no problem pedaling at any seat position. It’s fast n fun. If you fine tune the settings, you get 33mph top

[@Poteluz]

That bike for sure isn't worth 3k, the Ariel Rider X52 is a cafe racer with a 1000 watt motor that peaks at 2000 watts. It's lighter with more power and speed and only costs $2100 and the gears in the electric engine on the Ariel Riders are metal instead of plastic like all other companies. This goes 25 mph and the X52 goes about 34 mph, just a no brainer.

[@seminolerider]

I have the X Class 48v and top speed for me is 31 mph. Sometimes it hits 32 as a surprise. I am very happy with mine and as you know it handles hills and drives with no problem. I think it gives the best bang for the buck.

[@Poteluz]

@@seminolerider yup, no denying it. Beast of a bike for an insane price. The X48 in my opinion trounces this bike in every way also.

[@seminolerider]

@@Poteluz True! 🤙🏾

[@slow_bike_show]

Shut, no kidding. At $1500 these things looked fun, but currently they're retailing for $3499. I bought my 20HP (15000W equivalent) motorcycle for $3K lol. I'm with the people saying they just want the frame😂

[@djibrailabdulsabor3495]

It's 12-8-2021 8:09pm...got my cafe.

[@mac23806]

The c3strom new e bike is just like this sub 3k price range check it out they're having an early bird special for less than $2k of anyone is interested

[@bjornevenrud]

Bro it is aluminum I think it makes it awesome that it's heavy it's durable but this shocks kind of do suck I'm a lot lighter also but some upgrades and that's going to be a nice bike 🏀

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Glad you like it. I'm very happy i sold mine and was able to get more than i paid for it. Very cool looking bike, wish it had more performance. Looking forward to when my Sondors MetaCycle shows up soon!

[@djibrailabdulsabor3495]

Got it assembled, powered it up and took it out. Max speed is 20mph . When I purchased it had listed speed of 31mph . Awesome looking, but absolutely slow as hell. If you have dyi ability it makes for a good project. Don't buy this bike unless you're planning to make better yourself.

[@00devils]

Unlock bike, Top speed is 28.

[@djibrailabdulsabor3495]

@@00devils How do I unlock it ? Pls advise.

[@djibrailabdulsabor3495]

@@sandraf425 thank you so much. Got it up to 28+, all throttle.

[@dickflinghammer58]

@@djibrailabdulsabor3495 Yay!

[@djibrailabdulsabor3495]

@@dickflinghammer58 hey dude, I've seen your name somewhere else. Are you active on div2?

[@occain8810]

I'll buy it and upgrade the motor battery and controller and have one of the sickest looking bikes

[@iliketoast7804]

It won't sell for 4 grand cause people are selling them for 2500-2700 or so.

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Thanks. I think selling it for $2500 would be fine for me! :)

[@SeemsLegal]

If only this bike was half the weight and double the power 😫

[@iliketoast7804]

Upload some good top speed content/riding

[@AlexBuysStuff]

Unfortunately i don't have time for it

[@santacruzhulahoopers8515]

Same thoughts on mine.

[@themoviedealers]

Glad I didn't get this. Got a Lectric XP 2.0 and I love it, 1/3 the price.

[@occain8810]

Why buy it if your going to crap on it lol,?? It's a clean looking bike, upgrade the motor battery and controller and your good!

[@AlexBuysStuff]

That's an odd thing to say. You've never bought something you didn't like? It wasnt like there was a test drive allowed. I sold it, no big deal. YOU"RE WELCOME.

[@waveriderz2687]

Sondors got in the e-bike game early but never made great e-bikes 115 lbs../$3000.... 'nuff said!!..lol