The Truth About Mid-Price Foldable E-Bike FIIDO D11. Unpaid Review.

[@ChubbyChecker182]

Very useful review, thank you. I was very tempted to get it, but will wait for a better model. Your words in the hills really important to know.

[@HealthyLiv1ng]

How are you liking it nearly 2 yrs later?

[@ShariSolo]

Bought two. Company wasted weeks asking for videos of faults etc. Then said talk to sales and they tried to contradict everything and just get rid of me. Main problem that one might not realise at first is that bikes wear down and when you do have a problem the worst thing you can have is a situation where the supplier has no interest in after sales. Avoid this company.

[@marcosjavieralemangarcia8859]

We bought two.. same story with us.

[@ashleygarvin7177]

Mine had issue with the headset being super loose, seatpost slipping, seatpost breaking, wobbly/bad connection handlebar joint. Not a great quality bike TBH

[@gideonMorrison]

Fiido is trash

[@sroberts605]

Interesting. To be fair, it's asking a lot to design this and get it right without a ton of r&d. I read somewhere that Bosch sunk... well my memory tells me £2 billion ... that is surely more than it was? But anyway, difficult to compete when the the battery specs are changing all the time. Then again, £1000 is not nothing.

[@cgpg6370]

I got my D11 about 10 days ago. I did use it twice. I don't have any quality issues so far. I found your review is fair especially the part of different speed modes. So, people complain about the motor is not strong is correct. But I did not pay for a premium bike. I just paid a budget ebike and I got a budget ebike.

[@RobinClock]

you can try to change the motor from 25km to 36km. check this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qKmUmZ2NlpWKadU

[@keithdainton6043]

I have the fiido m1 built like a tank I love it so much so that its become my only transport. replacing my motorcycle which I have now sold. and to be honest I find the 250w motor more than enough never even have to change gears. The m1 can be unlocked just gives you a few more kms

[@nholddema6639]

I own mi qicycle for almost 3 years na. But this Fiido seems great, I would love to buy this one

[@angelffalcon3134]

*this one has issues with the seat post breaking. It can't be unlocked and it's slow, small motor. D4s is better, has more torque and can go up to 35kph* D4s is only 18 kg as well *I just added a 12ah battery in parallel to my d4s and get 90kms range on mostly throttle* People. In the fiido group are selling this one to get a different bike.. They're not happy with it. So not worth 1000 bucks.

[@honeybadger9425]

Yes i really dont like the idea of litrully sitting on the battery either. If it ever did catch fire you would probably be burnt before you noticed anything was wrong. For that reason alone i chose the D4S instead recently.

[@skyMcWeeds]

yeah the seat post is a real issue for me, I weigh a little bit on the heavier side I don't see it lasting as long as the other fiido models

[@Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_]

Good post

[@cryptochampion3836]

@angelf falcon how did you add an extra battery?

[@generaltorpido8294]

Hello can u help me what to choose z20 or d4s ? I found them at the same price.

[@snoopycharlie8718]

So, hill, no. What about over small bridges and long inclines, or the wheelchair accessible ramps at a bridge etc.? Nice review 👍🏻

[@michaelvincent8306]

Its a great bike and a really good design but it's got a very short reach and if you're 6 foot you're knees virtually hit your hands was the only reason I never bought one

[@Jojo-kr6gh]

When you need after-sales service, you will be shocked and regret your purchase. You will not see real information on their website, they only leave good reviews, or the good reviews are written by themselves, or advertising

[@anstelios]

Fiido's pedal assist is the worst I've ever seen! It's not pedal assist actually, it just detects that you are pedaling (after quite some time actually because it's very slow) and it just gives full power!! no matter what assist gear/mode you 're on.. assist gears/modes only define different cut-off speeds for the motor so it stops when you reach that speed.. just awful!

[@gideonMorrison]

Indeed ridiculous. That's why I went with z20 by Himo

[@JnTmarie]

Thank you. Almost got me. That’s a true nightmare. I’d crash. 🙏🏻

[@dfungus6921]

You need to look for a torque sensor. That's the difference between these crappy cadence sensor's. Always check this in any listing.

[@chapmag6578]

Great review, thanks

[@kenvik-q5t]

Many will disagree of course that for $1K this e-bike is worth the money. In this price range majority of the foldable, step-through even e-bike will outperform this otherwise European art design. As with cars this e-bike will not have a visible market since Americans want power, performance, especially in variety of terrains and grades. And this pretty e-bike will not deliver, since it’s el. system is underpowered, lack of suspensions, lack of 20x3” wheels/tire width, too compact tight frame for toll riders and most importantly it’s not a universally convenient step-through for all ages and ability frame. The disappointment is also learning that it’s assembled in China, and in the same time considering high quality?

[@manuelmatos7199]

I have a btwin 500 electric folding, Just change the short 158 length of the crank for 170mm.

[@Jojo-kr6gh]

I don’t want more consumers to be forced into unfair purchases. It's surprising how this trade is thriving in Europe. Below is the customer service reply regarding after-sales and returns: --- **Customer Service Response Email:** "Regarding returns, there are no quality issues involved, and the e-bikes are larger and heavier. Therefore, in case of a return: - If the bike has not been taken out of the box, you will only need to pay approximately 200 euros for shipping fees both ways. - If the bike has been taken out of the box and test ridden, we will deduct 30% of the depreciation cost from the refund. The above costs will be subtracted from the refund amount. Once we receive the returned parcel, we will calculate and provide you with a partial refund. If possible, we encourage you to keep the e-bike and contact us to receive a partial refund of 30 euros."

[@giacoh]

Gratulacje! Loved the explanation. How much power/torque would you recommend for a hilly terrain in an electric bike? Dziękuję.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

350 watt or mid drive.

[@sroberts605]

I have a bike with this spec: Bosch Drive Unit Performance CX (75Nm) Cruise (250Watt) - it gets me, an average size being, up any hill I can throw at it. More expensive, much bigger, but just a brilliant transport option. In an ideal world though, I'd like this with the same power and range. It may come (it may not)!

[@Valeria-qb8if]

If the motor was more powerful...so that it's easier to go uphill. The design is very pleasing and the colour is top

[@geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz]

Probably the next version they will improve this. Hope so as I'm interested in one as a easy store backup bike.

[@jondoyle44]

Great review thanks, Got one, motor is grinding slightly and a bit noisy... 🤔 Is this normal? Thanks for any advice?

[@howlingbeats2544]

I would get that checked out.

[@maseman13]

Good luck if you puncture the back tire. I did on my first ride and there is no easy way to remove the tire. You can't disconnect the motor cable, like many e-bikes, unless you do it from the controller box and take ALL the cables out. Maybe you could check it out to see if you find a better way? Fiido support weren't helpful and they were aware of the issue. Bad design. Thanks!

[@dr.navidsoltani4326]

Have you found any tutorial since then?

[@maseman13]

@@dr.navidsoltani4326 Nope. Fiido sent me a video of them doing it and they disconnected all the cables from the box and took everything out. They left out the part where they have to route the cables back in 🤬 Hopefully I won't have to change it too often

[@FIIDOEbikeOfficial]

Thank you very much for your support to Fiido. Due to safety considerations, the current product does not have a quick-release connector design for the motor cable, but our engineers have been designing better solutions. If you have any suggestions, please feel free to communicate with Fiido. We will listen to your suggestions carefully.

[@maseman13]

@@FIIDOEbikeOfficial What better solution can you give me after I have the bike? Why other bikes can have the quick release motor cable and yours can't? I dread the day when I have another puncture

[@cgpg6370]

@@FIIDOEbikeOfficial I was talking to you guys about it last year July. Upload the video to show us how to change the tyre. Bear in bear no bike shop would like to touch the bike you made because they also don't want to take the risk of not getting it right. Upload the video. PLEASE!!!

[@buddymacbuddington]

My issue with this bike how do you secure it properly ,if I take it to the shops the shop won't let me take it inside I can't leave it outside with a weak lock or just the wheels locked I live in high crime area

[@JohnSmith-hm5pk]

True, you can't. You need at least a good Kryptonite lock around 100 bucks. Plus an alarm plus if possible you detach the battery and carry it inside.

[@Jam9151]

Why is that the bikes issues? That would be the same for any bike!? Buy a good lock and secure the frame to something immovable. Then secure the wheels to lock as well

[@WoahthereIan]

@@Jam9151The frame is unibody, no loops or holes. Meaning, thief just needs an Alan wrench and 15 minutes

[@Argooh]

I hear the folding joint/clip is prone to coming undone while riding.

[@jameswoods4656]

I work in a kitchen so sweating on the way to work is no big deal because I'm going to do that all day anyway.

[@SixthQuarter]

Could you find a more powerful hub motor wheel to fit that would work? I love the frame and battery placement. But that motor would not be powerful enough for me.

[@zafrullahyazid6542]

It's been done with a 350w hub motor. No issues.

[@eddyt6127]

Slt, I bought this bike and the electric assistance never worked. Fido does not refund....

[@JohnSmith-hm5pk]

Nor do they even care. Sad company.

[@archinitonaprito3749]

torn between fiido d11 and paselec with 350 w and 500w. my concern is also weight and folding size so i can carry to taxi when suddenly rain or exhausted.. some of the street in my place are not allowing scooter and ebike. should i buy this bike? or aim for higher wattage motor?

[@redtobertshateshandles]

350 watt is OK but not legal everywhere.

[@nurulhafizah1849]

Does D11 have back rear rack with seat padded?

[@anneeq008]

The screen looks 👌👌😍😍

[@MissJaneShadow]

Could you put a pannier and touring equipment on this bike, as long as you stayed on paved roads?

[@pinoyrunningpenguin]

How do you lock this bike if it is not allowed to be carried in?

[@teejayhobbyartist1974]

What speed can you get with pedal asst. 1

[@TechNewOld]

just ordered the fiido x

[@Brickkzz]

What's the ETA and where are you based? Considering buying Fiido D21

[@TechNewOld]

@@Brickkzz U.K. I ordered on Indiegogo. Just note x is latest Fiido model. The D21 is an upgrade on D11 (torque sensor)

[@ahmedstriangle]

@@TechNewOldhow have you liked it since

[@generaltorpido8294]

Hello can u help me what to choose z20 or d4s ? I found them at the same price.

[@gideonMorrison]

If you care about quality z20

[@r-type4945]

None of these

[@SamuraiBud]

Shock absorber for bumpy road

[@jamalibrahim3187]

the connection of the power with the site heel no and the price 1000 is two much

[@momoware]

There literally isn't a lightweight ebike that's below 1000.

[@jamalibrahim3187]

@@momoware the one iam using now is 700 euro call engwe 750 moto

[@momoware]

@@jamalibrahim3187 I’m not sure which model you’re referring to. I checked their offerings, and even the lightest model C20 is 24kg. Bikes like D11 are below 20kg and more suitable for hauling up stairs in subway stations and getting with the flow in rush hours… The few kilos make a big difference. 24kg is like the checked luggage limit for planes; it’s basically impossible to lift it for an extended period of time. Something 17-19kg though is like a heavy carry-on luggage and doable.

[@NaughtyGoatFarm]

What is the difference between a D11 and D12

[@jb3931]

I looked into this mate - I think D12 slightly improved and for Australia/NZ market.

[@johncuzack6687]

@@jb3931 think he means D21

[@geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz]

How long do Fiido take to deliver in EU/UK. I paid for a D4 almost 2 weeks ago & it seems impossible to get any useful info from Fiido on where the bike is or when it might arrive? They just won't tell you anything of any use. Gave me a DPD tracking code that is not recognised. I suspect it's in a ship container on the way from China. No idea? Anyone else had problems? I think even some of the reviewers waited a month on delivery?

[@geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz]

@James Smith No, bank refunded. Bad Fiido. Never found out what happened.

[@geeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzz]

@James Smith Yes a pity as it looked like a good bike and I had checked around a bit before I ordered and never saw any warning message about them not delivering or responding to customers so all very strange & good to get the refund for sure. Bank was pretty helpful. I hope other people get their bikes or a refund or avoid Fiido as I will be in future as it was just a hassle.

[@raylachman8101]

Would have helped evermore to see it folded This bike riding in the rain without protection around the wheels will make you back and trousers real dirty

[@Amir-cu4qp]

He folds it at 4:00

[@raylachman8101]

@@Amir-cu4qp Aah you right I simply just missed that part 🤷‍♂️ Thx for pointing it out 👍🏻

[@-Harambe]

@@raylachman8101 put on some ducktape around your wheels

[@missylorna688]

Would have liked to see how it folds.

[@b0nkers007]

he folds it around 4:06...

[@looserakias]

hello!!! Im considering buying the D11 or Himo Z20... Any thoughts?

[@pauladrian7201]

Fiido better ,lighter faster

[@gideonMorrison]

Himo much better

[@iliasdrone]

Hi i am 1,55 height is good for me?

[@pauladrian7201]

Its ok, i have 1,73

[@did3d523]

batterie easy to steal

[@mudejartrainingnaturalscie6938]

the only time we need motor adsistance is going up hillsmy. this bike is useless.

[@glennoc8585]

But a cheap light used 26er and fit the diy bao fang etc electri motor kit. Danny might do this project or day.

[@pauladrian7201]

Far from perfect, but its ok. No way 100km range, its a joke. Tires not so good , thin , 20*1.7 just for perfect roads, u can feel every bumps . Now i have Maxxis Grifter 20*2.40 tires super quality. Bike weight under 19kg. Mediocre brakes but can be changed with some semi hydraulic like Force Control.

[@gideonMorrison]

Himo z20 here. Much better

[@robertovidaurre8798]

Hi! Ypu put 20*2.40 tires in the stock original rims??

[@pauladrian7201]

@@robertovidaurre8798 yes

[@luciannaie]

model x seems to be doing fine uphill

[@philliplanfre347]

Good e-bike for this price

[@paullmight42]

it looks super tiny

[@pauladrian7201]

It is . LOL

[@ricardojorrit]

Then stop calling the obvious sherlock

[@NomadFM]

Top speed of 25 km/h is like a turtle speed. 48 km/h is the basic standard.

[@skyMcWeeds]

some countries outright ban ebikes that go over the 25km/h speed limit. sucks right but its their laws

[@NomadFM]

@@skyMcWeeds Cycling is absolutely pathetic

[@skyMcWeeds]

@@NomadFM not everyone holds the same opinion as yours though and not everything is about speed

[@NomadFM]

@@skyMcWeeds Have you ever successfully tried to commute 40 miles every single day on a bicycle from summer to winter, weather regardless? Nobody can. That's how pathetic cycling is. It isn't even for commuting. Bicycle is a luxury useless product now.

[@hasan_z]

It is the law in the EU. To go faster just get a motorcycle????

[@ldadams9943]

Great bike, great price!

[@0308valentin]

BULLS EYE

[@romanjohnson6611]

раньше ссали в уши по телевизору, теперь это делают блоггеры

[@Al_Gepe]

E-bikes are more dangerous than regular bikes, closer to motorbikes but you don't have to wear a helmet, you have fewer safety systems and you don't need to pass a test to drive them!!

[@geoffj3191]

" you don't have to wear a helmet," .... well it depends where you live, in Australia, we do.

[@Al_Gepe]

@@geoffj3191 sorry for not including every single exception in my comment...

[@geoffj3191]

@@Al_Gepe no need to be sorry, just saying.

[@liamtahaney713]

25 km is pretty slow. Like everything, its as dangerous as you make it.