This $699 E-Bike Goes 30mph! Aipas A2 Elite Review

[@WildDetail]

I bought two of them. I almost returned them when it was 35 days shipping, but as soon as they arrived, it was so worth it. I’ve done 110 miles this week with my 2 year old. I love it.

[@scotthardesty]

Thanks for sharing!

[@coachwalk7485]

These shipping comments scared me away. Went we the engwe L20 2.0

[@scotthardesty]

@@coachwalk7485 I just filmed the review for the Engwe L20 2.0 today. Should be up soon.

[@coachwalk7485]

@@scotthardesty I'll be watching. Bike supposed to arrive tomorrow.

[@Mark-qv4bn]

I have the same tires on my folder. At 840 miles, the tires are good for another 500+ miles. They're really good knobbys.

[@scotthardesty]

Good to hear!

[@Mark-qv4bn]

@scotthardesty They should last until spring. My other two folders have street tires. I need 4"x20 " fat tires for our deep sand desert trails, I ride daily. The street tires on my BMX size ebikes should last for thousands of miles. Although I spent only about $1000 for each bike, they're all really good ebikes. In about a year, I pedaled over 1200 miles. Thanks for letting me be a subscriber, I try to pedal almost every day 10 miles. Ebikes changed my life for the better. Ride safe everybody!

[@scamacho1000]

My bike will be here on Monday and this video made me twice as excited as I was great content.

[@robertkrueger5501]

How long did you wait for shipping info. i ordered mine 10 days ago.

[@scotthardesty]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Have fun with your new bike!

[@scamacho1000]

@@robertkrueger5501​​⁠it took 5 days before I got a tracking number and it took two days for FedEx to pick it up and it took 12 days to get it but you have to check to see if they’re out of stock that could be your problem. I have a friend that ordered five bikes and he still waiting on the tracking number.

[@kenvik-q5t]

Last November my came in less than week, very well packed, Aipas A2 & Elite version w/ longer range battery like almost identical Lectric XP 3.0 foldable step-thru comes fully assembled, it’s one pound less weight 64 lbs than the benchmark Lectric but heavier than other benchmark in foldable e-bikes $1K and cheaper, Ride1Up Portola 51.4 lbs net weight & 59lbs with 7.6lbs 10.4Ah battery. I owned them both. Since later is lighter weight easier to fold/unfold and transport. For transport of your Aipas A2 use appropriate size plastic container and without lifting just slide the container w/ folded e-bike in the trunk using Chewy foldable car dog ramp.

[@dianekirkland1635]

We rented the A2 in Gettysburg, PA and toured the battle ground. It was great! The bikes had no problem getting up Little Round Top and hours of going from one battle ground site to another up and down hills. The batteries stayed nearly completely charged the whole time. The only issue I had was I accidentally engaged the throttle while I was getting on the bike and ended up loosing my balance and falling. My 60 + body was bruised for a week or so, but no serious damage. It was a beginners error that I will not make again. So keep the PAS off until you’re on the bike. The bikes were so good we bought two. I live in PA so I was able to drive about an hour and pick them up at a warehouse in NJ to avoid the shipping costs. Originally, they were going to be accidentally shipped to California. I contacted the company and they were able to switch my pick-up site and kept me informed and actually scheduled a pick-up time and loaded the boxes in my SUV. So good customer service too.

[@scotthardesty]

Thanks for the input! You can see why it made it on my best of 2024 list.

[@dianekirkland1635]

@ Thanks for validating our experience with your great review. It gave us confidence that we indeed made the right decision.

[@JennieDreamWeaver]

What a really thorough review. I really enjoyed your video and all the tests you performed. I really like how much fun you were having riding through the grass in the park!!! Cool stuff!

[@scotthardesty]

Thank you! This is how I review all my bikes! I feel like a 13 year old boy riding around this city! Thanks for watching!

[@whoopiesling8100]

camera looks great. I have the x3 and love how well it works. Thanks for the review on this bike. My wife just bought us these bikes and now I can’t wait for them to show up. Have a blessed week!

[@scotthardesty]

I have 2 X3's myself. These 360 cameras are game changers when its just me filming. Enjoy your bikes!

[@No1Particular]

Thanks for a really thorough and precise review. I really appreciate that you take the time to verify what the bike's built in display tells you regarding speed, distance, battery, etc. That is a huge improvement vs other review videos, and I have seen A LOT of them lol. Your extensive review along with your generous 3% Discount code gave me the confidence to go ahead and make the purchase finally after so many hours of research online. Wish you and your channel the best!

[@scotthardesty]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@ZabaduTube]

Love your videos - really thorough, and frankly, man, you just know your stuff and have fun with it! Thanks! Picked up a pair of AiPAS A4's and man, they're fun. They're featuring your video on that bike on their website!! It's a great one!

[@scotthardesty]

Thanks for the support! Enjoy your A4's!

[@joselaurel9496]

Thank you for this thorough and wonderful review! I've been wondering where the battery is on this e-bike, and the other reviews I've seen never really touched up on that. But yes, your review is the best I've seen so far! God bless! I actually just bought one of those Delorian scooters with seats, and I loved it. It is a lot of fun. But when I saw the sale price in this e-bike, I was immediately interested not only cause of the price but also about the weight limits in these! I weigh 250 lbs, and the weight limits on my sitdown scooter is 265 . Although it really never had any problem hauling me around, still knowing that I'm that close to the weight limits kinda worries me. But with this e-bike, having a 345 lbs weight limit really had put my mind at ease. I definitely will be ordering one of these after a few more researching is complete! Thanks again for a job well done sir!

[@scotthardesty]

Thanks for watching! I hope you find the right bike for you!

[@ridgerunner7100]

I had just got mine and was charging it for the first time with the battery in the bike and decided to turn the bike on to check how many bars it had while it was charging and it burned out my display.Never turn the bike on while it is charging.

[@scotthardesty]

oh man. Yeah, do not do that.

[@No1Particular]

thank you! That is definitely something I likely would have done had it not been for your kind warning.

[@BNerdy]

Got my bike in on Friday and I love it!! How did you get the mirror on though? I couldn’t figure it out. Great and detailed video.

[@scotthardesty]

I cut a hole thru the grip to slide the mirror into the handlebar.

[@randallmacarthur950]

Hi, Scott. I am wondering what your thoughts are on the Aipas A2 and the Vitilan V3? Your reviews seem really good for both of them so in a side-by-side comparison do you have any overall preference for one being better than the other? I appreciate your thoughts and love your reviews. Randall

[@scotthardesty]

I have not reviewed the Vitilan V3, because of that, I cannot recommend one over the other. I actually had to look through my videos to see if I had reviewed this bike and I couldn't find it. Sorry Randal, I am unable to answer your question.

[@bigguy1403]

Great review...can I ask you were you got that battery chart indicator on your phone?

[@scotthardesty]

forums.electricbikereview.com/threads/is-there-any-difference-in-voltage-between-two-48v-batteries-with-different-ah.41378/

[@bigguy1403]

@scotthardesty thank you Scott...

[@Miatamanck]

Great video! This bike caught my eye and I watched the video to see if you had a more upright posture while riding this bike. I just rode 2 e-bikes my friend has and riding in a standard leaning forward pose wasn’t as relaxing. I’m curious about the throttle on this bike. One I rode still had some throttle available after the pedal assist maxed out. Can this bike be set up like that?

[@scotthardesty]

I do not know... if I didn't cover it in the review, I didn't test it.

[@heeeeeresrossy]

Turn signals still have a long way to go with e-bikes. As of now, they are very ineffective. But what an amazing bike for the price. Impressed!

[@scotthardesty]

I agree with you, especially if they do not give you any indication that they are on. I have reviewed some ebikes with front and rear turn signals. Living in Chicago and with all the traffic, I find them to add an extra layer of safety. Thanks for your feedback!

[@Jonny-nx9nt]

Hey man! Amazing video. I’m getting one Thursday and I’ve been searching for a video for a detailed review, and you did just that. Is there a way to get it faster than 20 MPH using only throttle?

[@jeromewaites5364]

No 20 mph max on throttle

[@Jonny-nx9nt]

@@jeromewaites5364 alright, is it hard to pedal to get to the rates 28MPH?

[@scotthardesty]

It is not hard to get to 28mph+

[@TheBrokenProphet]

Don’t get a bike from them. They only actually ship to influencers. Everyone else gets scammed.

[@scotthardesty]

@TheBrokenProphet I can’t imagine that is the case or they would be shut down by now.

[@MikeLeinius]

This is great - really good overview of this bike. I have a pair of these (hopefully) arriving tomorrow! Couple questions: 1) Where did you get the battery charge chart you were using on your phone? That looks really useful! 2) I noticed the throttle took you all the way to 20 mph regardless of the PAS mode you were in. Do you think this is due to you overriding it to Class 3 when testing? I.e. Would it have the same behavior in Class 2 mode, or would the throttle be restricted to PAS level?

[@scotthardesty]

I ride all my bikes a couple of miles before the review. This bikes throttle's max is 20mph, even in class 2. Also, here is link to the chart. Save it to your phone. forums.electricbikereview.com/threads/is-there-any-difference-in-voltage-between-two-48v-batteries-with-different-ah.41378/

[@MikeLeinius]

@@scotthardesty Awesome thank you!

[@Annette0521]

What Voltage Meter App do you use on your phone? Great idea and great review. We just got our A2’s and learning all about them daily.

[@scotthardesty]

It's not an app, its an image I pulled from the internet. Here you go. forums.electricbikereview.com/threads/is-there-any-difference-in-voltage-between-two-48v-batteries-with-different-ah.41378/

[@smc1377]

I guess for me, I'd look to spend $100 more (sometimes $150 more depending on if there's a sale or not) for the Wildeway Fw11 3.0. That's the one I think I'm gonna pull the trigger on simply cause all the specs are about the same as this one except one major thing...the battery. This bike here is 10.4ah where the Wildeway is 32ah. That's 3x capacity.

[@gilianrampart8514]

Sony battery

[@scotthardesty]

Thats a big different in battery for sure!

[@JayOverlands]

Nice review. Just got one myself. I'm still trying to figure it out, and this helped me.

[@scotthardesty]

Glad I could help.

[@jeromewaites5364]

I have that same on my Aipas A6 cargo it also goes 30 for me crazy fast for cargo but this vibration I don’t know if it’s coming from the motor or what, but I feel it in my seat post as I ride it vibrates

[@scotthardesty]

interesting... so its not just me.

[@SavannahVien]

Not only it vibrates on me, the steering is unstable and wobbly spontaneously. Don't feel in control many times. If I could, I rather they accept my return but they won't. It's 2 month in, and my LCD stop working. It's been hell dealing with this company.

[@robertivey389]

Bought two of these was kinda nervous when shipping was longer then advertised but was able to contact the company no problem yes shipping took about 3 weeks but worth the wait my wife and I love these bikes seem very well made and they are very powerful bikes

[@scotthardesty]

I am glad it all worked out for you both! Enjoy your bikes!

[@Nyc-ww9rf]

Hello scott. New to ebike. Looking to get a combo for wife and i. Watched both. Aipass a2 or the ranger s.

[@scotthardesty]

I would say it depends on what you are looking for. I am working on my Best of 2024 video. I have the A2 as my number 1 pick for bikes under 800 and the Ranger S as my number 1 pick for a folding ebike. The Ranger has hydraulic brakes, much more power but you can purchase two A2's for basically the price of one Ranger S. Overall, I feel the Ranger S is a superior bike but for the money, it should be.

[@Nyc-ww9rf]

@scotthardesty yes I watched both vids you did. You make it very hard but for the price two aipass a2. How about there customers service would you say they are good for both brands. And thank you for your service 🇺🇲

[@scotthardesty]

@@Nyc-ww9rf Thank you for the support. Hmmm... I haven't needed service for any of my AIPAS bikes nor the Heybike, so unfortunately, I have zero guidance on that.

[@Nyc-ww9rf]

@scotthardesty VICTRIP®SURNAT S10&S10-1 Ebike Have you done these. Looking also to throw a kid on back sometimes also.

[@scotthardesty]

@@Nyc-ww9rf Sorry, I have not reviewed either of those bikes. Take a look at the Aventon Abound SR. Not as big as a cargo bike, tons of tech, and you can put a passenger on the back. I don't know your budget but this one is expensive but SUPER NICE. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmKUn6Wrir2kp6Msi=yh-f_FPfsZBi-9Rc

[@chrissinclair8705]

Excellent review. Hello from Toronto. If you think about having a 500w nominal motor, if the bike is light can be an advantage in certain circumstances. You may be able to get some better range. It may be more accessible to ride who are novices, when you have to repack the grease for the motor, it's a little bit easier. If you need to change a tire, due to the lightness of the rear tire, it's a bit better to deal with. Maybe a little easier to get into a vehicle or put it on a rack. It's also for sure legal in at least N. America, you're not rocking any boats, etc.

[@scotthardesty]

Good points!

[@chrissinclair8705]

@@scotthardesty Cheers, great channel. First class reviews.

[@scotthardesty]

@@chrissinclair8705 Thank you!

[@SmoothBug-xc6dx]

Now, i just bought 2 of these bikes. Neither came with turn signals0 said they discontinued them because people were saying that they were hard to find while biking. Is this something or they trying to avoid giving me the right bikes i ordered?

[@scotthardesty]

The turns signals are useless on this bike. Be happy you don't have them. I understand why they discontinued them.

[@Reciorichard64]

On video, it looks small. Would you compare it to the xp Lite in size ?

[@scotthardesty]

I have never reviewed the XP Lite so I can't answer that question. Sorry.

[@sicarguy4478]

That was Nice ... Thanks for the Review

[@scotthardesty]

Glad you liked it!

[@jacobmcclure9786]

Mine arrived a week ago and I love it, but I don't have a turn signal on either bike that was delivered and my seat does have markings for height. Seems like they're inconsistent in manufacturing, but for $674 a piece I can't complain.

[@scotthardesty]

I think they realized the turn signals were useless and used that savings for marked seat posts.

[@DarrelHall]

Wonder why Amazon quit listing Aipas bikes? And I have one on the way. The F3.

[@scotthardesty]

I just posted my assembly video on the F3. I will me doing the review soon as well.

[@DarrelHall]

@@scotthardesty Thanks

[@brycesilfies]

I’m getting one soon I don’t know when tho bc it’s taking forever to ship but can’t wait! Looks like a great bike for 700$

[@scotthardesty]

I agree. This is a solid choice for the money.

[@stevepesut5304]

What class would the Apias 2 fall under,l,ll or lll

[@scotthardesty]

Well, you can make it a class 2 or class 3. The choice is yours. If you don't unlock it, its a class 2. That is how is it is shipped to you.

[@stevepesut5304]

@@scotthardesty you lost me on the unlock part. This is my first electric,it’s a learning process.

[@scotthardesty]

@@stevepesut5304 In cockpit operations, I show you how to unlock the bike from a Class 2 (top speed is 20mph) to Class 3 (top speed is 30mph).

[@gfallon40]

Is there a place in Chicago that will repair these bike?

[@scotthardesty]

Yup! The Bike Lane on Milwaukee Ave works on any ebike.

[@nicihot15]

Really good review!

[@scotthardesty]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ilovetopop]

does it do well on sand?

[@scotthardesty]

I do a sand test in the video.

[@semper080311]

Is the F3 worth the extra $200?

[@scotthardesty]

I feel that it is.

[@ajaystyles1230]

Why does mine only go 20 mph on gear 5 also I'm pedaling??

[@scotthardesty]

Because you need to unlock it to go faster. Look at my cockpit operations. I might show you how to do that.

[@Tom91YT]

I just got my A2 but im tempted to exchange it for the new F3 (preorders ship aug 3rd). It has alot better specs for $200 more

[@scotthardesty]

I looked at the specs. Looks like a beast.

[@johnnys_drone_shots]

That’s a very nice bike. I’m dissappointed this bike or other cheap and good brands aren’t sold in the netherlands.

[@scotthardesty]

Sorry to hear that.

[@FruitFire]

Amazing quality video. I was expecting over 100k subscribers when I first saw this😅😅

[@scotthardesty]

Maybe one day!

[@exshadow2872]

Awesome video! I was looking around for an ebike but I'm convinced this one is suitable for my needs. Thank you for the review! Also is this bike rain proof?

[@scotthardesty]

Glad I could help! I do believe it is IPX4 rated which means it can handle the rain.

[@ArnoldSiebens-d8b]

Price Branch

[@scotthardesty]

I don't know what that means.

[@anotherkakarot5578]

I bought the m2 that has 1500w motor but in my state, the maximum is 750w. I hope the cops don’t pull me over

[@scotthardesty]

I bet it is 1500w peak power. You will be fine.

[@bigguy1403]

I guess they dont make the mag wheels anymore now their unfortunately spoke wheels

[@scotthardesty]

I bet it looked amazing with black mag wheels.

[@bigguy1403]

@@scotthardesty yup

[@rellmukka241]

Nice review glad i didn't buy the XP now, just like my tequila habit lol i dont mind getting proven lesser famous things that are the same

[@scotthardesty]

Hahaha. Thanks for watching!

[@Trailtested]

Smooth review

[@scotthardesty]

Much appreciated

[@tomcarney-w5g]

4 cranks for pas to kick in????? no bueno!!

[@scotthardesty]

yeah... it did take a bit to get going.

[@carstarsarstenstesenn]

Nice

[@scotthardesty]

agreed.

[@AnishaLucio-w2l]

Malika Mountains

[@scotthardesty]

I don't have mountains where I live.

[@antoniochao5254]

its lone like a bike

[@scotthardesty]

It is a bike.

[@rafaelvelez1232]

The battery removal is a bad design. You have to unfold it everytime you need to charge the battery.

[@scotthardesty]

Not true. Even in the video, I show you that you can charge the battery without removing it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKGTp4CjqrGrhNEsi=qy8T3g_5Mild5j6Z&t=169

[@ClaphamCarr-b8z]

Maymie Villages

[@scotthardesty]

Not exactly sure what that means but thanks for watching!

[@jmsBungz]

Alot of them are steeling designs of engwe

[@scotthardesty]

Others would say they are steeling them from Lectric.

[@amosbatto3051]

@@scotthardesty Galaxy Bikes in China, which owns the AiPAS brand, is also the ODM that designed and manufactures the Lectric XP, so really AiPAS is stealing the design from itself. I think what happened is that Lectric went to Galaxy Bikes and asked for a bike of certain specs and Galaxy designed and manufactured it for them, but then Galaxy saw the sales numbers for the XP and decided to launch its own brand to sell a very similar bike to the North American market. The XP 3.0 has a stronger rear rack, a second passenger option and hydraulic brakes, and it has a nation-wide repair network, so the XP is still the better bike, but for people who want to save $300, the AiPAS A2 Elite is a good option.

[@kenvik-q5t]

Aipas A2 is practically the same equipment and look as the foldable, step-thru Lectric XP 3.0 step-thru. Even some of the video suggested that Chinese Aipas is the one that make Lectric as well but selling for $300 cheaper which makes this e-bike one of the better value for your money money in this $1K and below price range. Go figure out with all these e-bike sold here and made in China?

[@cameltoeinspector6015]

🐻⬇

[@scotthardesty]

I get that reference. hahahaha