SpeedyBee Mario5 | Cool Design, but Difficult to Build 🥵

[@alfdriss]

My son's one has been build in an evening last friday, including all electronics , and made his maiden flight (4min.30) on the next morning. In the hands of a full rookie (apart of few hours on simulator), it's a formidable machine!

[@OneManUnmanned]

Thanks, I appreciate the feedback.. I'm looking forward to building mine.

[@MrBillUp]

I bought the Mario 5 Pro frame for my first ever drone build. I printed off the instructions and while they could be a little clearer (typical Chinese picture only instructions) all the screws are clearly labelled for where they have to go. The kit itself fitted together beautifully, and as stated is solid as a rock. It was an absolute pleasure to build. I now like yourself have to take it all apart and fit the electronics. The only thing that is confusing me ATM is how to mount the Radiomaster RP1 v2 Antenna? There doesn't seem to be a dedicated mount for it to go.

[@northerntierfpv8947]

Thanks for sharing, interesting design for sure! Cheers!

[@OneManUnmanned]

Thanks, it does have a unique design.

[@MikeCarr07]

I just did the Master 5 V2 build, lots of fun and a solid frame.

[@OneManUnmanned]

Awesome.. this one does feel VERY solid. I was skeptical at 1st, but by the time it was assembled, it felt sturdy.

[@MikeCarr07]

@@OneManUnmanned I pulled a bonehead move, I was testing Rescue Mode and I didn't think it was doing anything, I went to switch modes but I disarmed it instead....130 feet drop, nose first, fortunately it landed in a bush but I don't think the frame would have been damaged much. Now I man practicing muscle memory drills on my transmitter.

[@Binkoro]

Thank you again. I'm sorry, I do have one more question if you don't mind. Since I want to install a GPS, it looks like I will have to install the FC/ESC stack backwards in order to have the XT60 come through the front. However, I don't want to do that, since it will mess up the length of all the other cables from the connectors on my F7 V3 stack. If I mount the FC/ESC stack facing forward, is there enough room between the stack to pull a long XT60 pigtail through to the front?

[@OneManUnmanned]

I'm confused about the last part of your question, but I just finished the build on this frame today. I used some electronics from a previous build, but I had to install the FC and ESC in reverse like you asked. I did NOT utilize the XT60 plug integrated in the rear TPU. I actually wired and routed the battery lead through the front hole. There was actually space for the capacitor between the front FPV camera and the flight stack.

[@Binkoro]

@@OneManUnmanned No worries. I figured O can install tue FC facing forward and the ESC facing backwards. as long as the FC is facing forward, everything is good. i just have to reverse tue order and direction of the motors.

[@stewartabel]

Thanks for this video! I'm following it today/tomorrow to do my Mario build! very informative,. thanks alot. Just one question, for GPS, what options for mounting do we have? many thanks!

[@chrisneru6564]

It's one of many easy builds I have done . Came together easy as.

[@OneManUnmanned]

Thanks

[@SkeezyFPV]

Great review

[@OneManUnmanned]

Thanks, I appreciate the support.

[@stevereed166]

thanks for the build video, simple instruction sheet would have been handy & can't print off the on line manual as i have just destroyed my second & last lousy HP printer, thanks again.

[@OneManUnmanned]

Haha.. no prob. I agree, an instruction sheet would be nice.

[@jeeveshlohat-vl9kg]

Good looking frame. Bro isme GPS ka 3D printed part kese lge ga

[@OneManUnmanned]

It’s not a bad frame…I did not put GPS in mine, but the antenna fits in the TPU mount. You will have to configure the rest in BetaFlight. It is primarily used for GPS Rescue if you loose VTX or RX signal.

[@kurtzFPV]

Been flying the old speedybee fs225 v2 for nearly 3 years now and still love the frame. Have you seen their mario 8 folding frame?

[@OneManUnmanned]

I've seen it, but it's not for retail...At least not on the SpeedyBee site. I think you have to go to Bangoood or Alibaba to find it. I inquired about it months ago, but was not available for review.

[@juliusen7336]

are the arms easily changeable oder donyou need to disassemble the whole stack?

[@betaodrone]

Very cool bro, I'm going to build mine now

[@OneManUnmanned]

Awesome

[@fnkycoldmedina]

hey , do you have a v1 dji air unit you could test fit in that frame for me ? speedybee told me the v1 air unit would fit in the rear but my concern is if the camera cable will reach the front mount

[@OneManUnmanned]

I just did the build this afternoon, but I don't own a V1 Air Unit, sorry.

[@fnkycoldmedina]

@@OneManUnmanneddid you put a 03 unit in it ? if so was there length to spare as far as the cam cable? i believe the cable on the 03 is 115mm and the v1 is 100mm

[@juanfravg]

The effin capacitor slot is the worst thing to install. I hate it. Be careful when screwing the stack in place, as the frame will rupture the heat shrink and capacitor will short with the frame. It looks sexy as hell, though. Sexy sexy beast. It's definitely not a starter build. This is my second fpv build, and I struggled mad and blew up the capacitor. Also, be cautious when soldering the xt60 plug. Please make sure on the polarity of the wires!!!

[@OneManUnmanned]

I agree… I think Thats why I labeled the title that. Its a nice drone, and very beautiful indeed. I ended up putting the capacitor in another location.

[@damaca_fpv]

You are right, not an easy one, beautiful tho ❤

[@OneManUnmanned]

It is beautiful... But it was difficult to hold the mid/ bottom plates, keep the front camera parts together, and know what bolts to use during assembly. It did turn out great, though, and should be an awesome build.

[@damaca_fpv]

@@OneManUnmanned yes, when I was finishing the build I notice the middle part was bent 🤦🏻 And I had to do it all over again hahaha but I love it. Hope it flights as well as it looks

[@Binkoro]

is there enough space to fit a VTX with the following dimensions? 36mm*27.5mm*8mm

[@OneManUnmanned]

What VTX is that? I'll be installing the components in the next day or two...I can check.

[@Binkoro]

@@OneManUnmanned It's the Foxeer Reaper Extreme.

[@OneManUnmanned]

OK, so I just did some measuring, and here is what I have. 40mm from front to back(mid standoff to where rear TPU starts) 38mm side to side (width) 23mm from mid plate to top plate (height) Hope this info helps.

[@Binkoro]

@@OneManUnmanned thank you!

[@MrFadjule]

Good frame vid, will come back to see it get its' guts packed

[@OneManUnmanned]

Thanks!

[@user-otzlixr]

I wish someone would talk about the feet. I dont think the screws were included, yet the speedy bee motor screw are not long enough. These types of mysteries make it NOT WORTH THE SAVINGS.

[@OneManUnmanned]

It’s been a while since I assembled this, but I don’t remember if mine came with the bolts or not. Thanks for the updates.

[@d33dkiwu]

first 🤙

[@NaorFPV]

not so difficult

[@OneManUnmanned]

Maybe not for you, or me for that matter, but compared to other frames, it's a bit more difficult. If you look at any reviewers that built this frame on camera, they had a few "fumbles" or mishaps, including myself. It's still a good quality frame and done, just not the easiest to assemble, especially with the not so clear instructions.