Upgrades - Himiway Cobra Ebike - Speed Increase

Aftermarket parts added to the Himiway Cobra including a new display that results in a speed increase.
Parts List:
KD986 Display (Robinson Cycle)
ecyclemd.com/store/ols/products/color-lcd-display-for-himiway-kbo-polarna-magicycle-and-other-ebikes
Grips (amazon)
amzn.to/3GOCem6
Handlebars (amazon)
amzn.to/3Xc6hJW
Handlebar stem (amazon)
amzn.to/3GnV9mx
Handlebar riser (amazon)
amzn.to/3GxM36W
twist throttle (amazon)
amzn.to/3XdcghM
Origin8 Tsunami 4.9in tires on the Zebra (amazon)
amzn.to/3GiDixi
Cobra Overview Video
kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJrVnZtsabF_Z6s
Zebra Overview Video
kzbin.info/www/bejne/oanYfmqeopp0g7s
Link to the Himiway Cobra
himiwaybike.com/Discount
Link to Himiway Official Facebook
dada.link/Q7bKRr
Himiway will launch pedals on Amazon on January 10, which is suitable for e-bikes and bikes. Also, there will be more accessories for e-bikes on Amazon at the end of January.
You can get pedals for just add $1 when you buy e-bikes on Amazon during the event. (The event lasts for 7-15 days, while stocks last）
Link:bit.ly/Amazon-CitizenCycles
Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:43 - Parts overview
6:32 - Before & After
7:10 - Testing top speed
8:34 - Display programming
10:49 - Cobra & Zebra Comparison

[@bobmccarthy9232]

Ive had my zebra for a week and came back looking for this video for the handlebar mods. Thanks for all the great info. Love my zebra. First ebike.

[@timothyspangenberg358]

I like your upgrades and have been torn between this Cobra and the Wired bike. I've ridden the Cobra at a local dealer that has about 6 different brands of bikes. He's not familiar with the Wired bike but he really likes all of the Himiway line and especially the Cobra. Also told me they rarely come back in the shop for service issues which is making me lean towards the Cobra. Will continue to follow your channel because your reviews are very detailed and informative.

[@tommcgill1671]

Most excellent content! Pacing, cadence, edit , flow and information is the WEB's best! Thanx again Brian for all you do. We bought one Ariel Rider, and 2 Himi Cruisers based uponyour videos. Hope the "sponsors" see this and get IT! Over the Holidays Juiced of San Diego wqs running a special Ripped Racer for 999.00 and you know I had to get the larger battery and capacity for 1,200. HIViZ Yellow. Only one mechanical gear and the best feature is the "off-road-Race" mode it will "tickle" 30 mph. If pedaling, and only for your legs near the ghosting limits. Hard tail and front no suspension. Stripped down no fenders, but sold as Category 3. With your knowledge yo have passed to me. will be adding "things" to not break my warranty. Rattan folding 750 LF experimental work with battery blender TODAY! RIDE ON, where is the PATREON? 3 hondos a burnin'.

[@Campfussell]

Love the grips and the plug bro. Thanks

[@ashleyadamson3489]

I'm actually fully addicted to you're channel. Hey from the UK 🇬🇧

[@CitizenCycle925]

Hi Ashley, its late in the UK! Glad i am able to hold your attention! thanks for continuing to watch, trying my best over here :)

[@daviecrockett5882]

I really like your handlebar upgrade so I used your link and did the same thing to my Hovsco alpha highstep. Thx!

[@taylorhickman84]

I swapped out the front fork on my cobra w/ a Mastadon pro, huge improvement and well worth the money. A shorter stem is also on my list of upgrade, as well as wider bars, dropper seat post/seat, and I want to go to a 10 speed.

[@SMG-lz1zq]

I have to say I'm in agreement with everything you say. It's hard to make up my mind which I prefer. Both are nice!

[@samgilmore7139]

Love your videos man super helpful.

[@xHOSTILExAPOSTLEx]

Great video! As a new Cobra owner and being tall, I've looked for different options to increase rider height. This gives me something to think about. I would have loved to see the install process step by step.

[@buffalomind6838]

I can only imagine the comfortable feeling of those tsunamis, or the Cobras tires. I have 3” tires, and they are more than enough.

[@EbikeReviews]

Very nice upgrades. I think the Zebra for me.

[@JD-vh1qd]

I agree with all your changes.

[@DanielLopes-jt8yl]

Good choices all!

[@MrCsebike]

I'm going to have to do the handlebars at some point . I'm 6"2' with a bad back so hoping to relieve some pain.

[@gmoore0727]

Love the videos, the review actually talked me into going ahead and getting this bike. Question though, with the different screen, does the headlight still work? Also, what range drop do you get with that top speed being raised?

[@emilykirkegard7854]

Didn't see a link for the squishy seat. What brand and model? Thanks for another great video!

[@liamdeath]

Really considering getting this now it's available for order in the uk but really need the rack for work so thinking the zebra would be the better choice. Don't think we can get the screen you use over here but uk is 15.5mph anyway and i think you can still unlock it like you did without the screen upgrade.

[@oldpelon7623]

awesome looking

[@SurRonnie]

Can I see what the cobra a d the wicked look like together like that please. And I really like your videos.keep it up

[@brucestarr4438]

Google Himiway Cobra Rear Rack, there is one for the Cobra. It uses the 4 mounting points on the top of the swing-arm.

[@goldbearbunny4787]

Both look awesome but I would love the rear suspension

[@tomthomas9910]

Would of liked to hear about the suspension" rebound, dampening, lock out adjustability , since most are just fool suspension, not full suspension, and if you're paying more $$ for suspension

[@tomm2639]

Bike designers need to stop making these handlebars in the sport style, everyone I have ever talked with irl wants what u did, 95% of ppl want to ride with good posture

[@StefanRandall]

Agree 100 percent. Had to change bars on 2 of my bikes.

[@johnpitre1295]

Have U tried a handlebar spring suspension on any of U'r E-bikes ? Mounts in the stem riser...I love suspension seats w/ spring inside the metal tube so what U think ?

[@catsgonom]

Waiting for the Cobra on order from a local bike shop, definitely going to order that twist throttle and grips and display screen once I get it. The thumb throttle on the left side makes zero freakin' sense to me.

[@Harry-lmao]

the problem with the speed is more depending on load weight, windy resistance, friction, resistance, steepness, temperatures, driving skills and settings - not only a full battery. Based on E-mobility it is all relative. Perhaps you should try to hit top speed adding more Volts. That's what I did and experienced well switching from 60 to 72V and 50A on my electric motorcycle.

[@anthonymonte4885]

Considering an e-bike for hunting. So many players in the game. Whats your thought on the Eunorau brand in comparison, specifically the Specter S or ST?

[@stewy4158]

It looks like a carbon fiber wrap to me if there is such a thing lol or a wrap that's supposed to look like carbon fiber. Man I like your video's. You have taught me so much in the way of electric bikes.👍👍

[@CitizenCycle925]

Glad you found my channel helpful! Appreciate the comment 😁

[@tomthomas9910]

I'm the same don't like being bent over" always put 3,4 in riser bars on mountain bikes, to get rid that road bike feel" to some it might look funny" oh well" definitely better than extending the gooseneckprobably comes with a certain amount of flex reviews are so helpful to determine your best options for your dollar so there's no disappointments and should have woulda coulda waited for this other model to come out

[@tomthomas9910]

I actually dropped some width on tires and got 4 mph on top" less rolling resistance,

[@kevinnashskitchen3517]

My power in my apartment was out for 24 hours.. I used the AR Kepler USB port to charge my phone 😂.. Also my headlight was useful as a nice lamp in my living room.

[@RobertHaworth]

Great review like always. Is there an adjustment for wheel size? Can you do a GPS app on your phone? Chinese electronics usually exaggerate 2-3 MPH from my experience.

[@EBikeBuilder_]

these bafang hubs use a wheel diameter setting to calculate the speed. Its often erroneously set to 26" diameter, when in reality thats the rim diameter and if you actually measure the diameter of the wheel + inflated tire, its more like 28"+. If they make that configuration mistake, the speed will be off by a few MPH

[@wctyre49]

The Grey paint with fenders and rack would look better on the cobra, IMO.

[@davidh.-realestatebroker1515]

re Shorter Stem: the one you used is like $9 bucks vs other options in the $50 range... are they more $$ because theyre just lighter or any benefits one might want to spend the extra for..? Thanks!!!

[@leechavarie4675]

Looks great and way more comfortable ! Time to remove those ugly wheel reflectors .

[@CitizenCycle925]

oh ya, forgot about those!

[@johnh.miller1112]

KD786!

[@brianrozell1059]

With the new display you are able to go 28 with the throttle. Now with pedal assit all the way up can you pedal faster than 28mph?

[@owenoiffer]

Which display do you prefer the kd986 or the kd718?

[@JamminB100]

Did you have to lenghten the cables? They look longer on the modded bike.

[@johne9562]

Thinking of ordering the Cobra...are you still a fan?

[@sammys3632]

Does the Cobra have a lock out on the rear shock, like the front fork.

[@johnknapp6328]

I'm surprised you don't have phone mount then you could charge phone as riding. If I missed it what is your average ride, I think you brought it up in last video most people 7- 10 mile rides. Great suggestions on how to upgrade bikes. I like the zebra over cobra, I like rack and fenders. What is your stance on Tannus Armor. With all miles you have ridden how many flat tires have you had. Love the organization in your garage.

[@CitizenCycle925]

I really only use a phone mount when doing top speed testing with GPS to verify. Most of my rides are 15 miles or less. I love the Tannus armor, I feel it gives the bike a better ride quality and over the years I've probably had 4 or 5 flat tires.

[@mrhyak]

I added a rack to my Cobra Pro but only use it for long cruiser rides.

[@taylorhickman84]

where did you find a rack for it?

[@brianrozell1059]

What size handle bars did you get the 720mm or 780mm? Thanks

[@andreasfischer1649]

Zebra for me... more versatile and cheaper too.... 😊

[@BlackHeart_YouTube_Channel]

Would the original thumb throttle still work on the kd986?

[@SurRonnie]

I really like Dakota and I really like the wicked but between those 2 I just don't know which one I would get maybe you could do a comparison I would love that thank you so much

[@buffalomind6838]

Do you mean the Kommoda? There both nice ebikes, but a bit different as the Kommoda is not only a foldable ebike it is more of a laid back ebike than the more traditional mountain bike style in the Wicked. I think the Wicked has a lot more power too.

[@Flay47-]

Can you swap out the display on the escape to hit 30mph…? My caps @ 25😢

[@markoneil8970]

I bought the same display, How do you turn on the headlight?

[@kyleblessee2968]

Can you explain how to install the right side twist throttle. Is it an easy process. If you could explain it the best you can. Wish there was a step by step video on the install. Pretty much I want all of your upgrades but not sure how to do the install process correctly. Thanks in advance!

[@kyleblessee2968]

Also. Is the display a plug n play. Just unplug the stock and plug in the new, and im ready to go?

[@JoeCamel-fn7dl]

Do you know of a KD display that would work on a Magicycle Ocelot? I tried my 718 and only get an error code 20😮

[@Cookie-yd4ii]

hello, I have a question maybe someone can answer me. can you add a 3speed stroke on a himiway cobra pro

[@theone9253]

Velotric Nomad will the display work on it

[@jtnoodle]

You're likely seeing only 28mph partially due to those 4.9 tires. Definitely increases rolling resistance. Ive been experimenting with different tires and pressures, currently running 3.5 veetires. Man, what a difference. These tires are so much faster and smoother. The sidewall pressure says 30psi, but I'm running 35 with no problem. Super grippy tread, too. Acceleration is way quicker also. The nice thing is I can still hit mild trails and light off road with these, so I'm not limited to pavement. One of the best upgrades I've done. I already had this display, but with these slightly narrower tires, I can hit those higher speeds for longer and get a bit longer battery life. I'm done with knobby fat tires, at least on this bike. I'll keep them for wintering and off-roading though.

[@CitizenCycle925]

I'll have to do some more testing with a fully charged battery and some increased tire pressure I bet it cracks 30 mph. I've thought about getting those speedster tires but I just love the fat tire look still.

[@EBikeBuilder_]

i like the Vee Speedster 26x3.5" but if you are on anything loose a knobby is way better

[@jtnoodle]

@@EBikeBuilder_ That's the thing, I don't do much off pavement/concrete. A light trail here and there.

[@jtnoodle]

@@CitizenCycle925 I agree. The look of fat tires are just bad ass. Keep us posted on speed increase.

[@taylorhickman84]

@@jtnoodle you are probably already aware, but be sure to adjust the tire size in the setting for correct speedo readout.

[@wyn1950]

Hi Citizen, I bought the quarter twist throttle. It came twisting the wrong way (forward) for the right handle bar. There must be a way to make it work for the right handle bar? Any help appreciated. Thanks.

[@wyn1950]

Hi Citizen, I returned the left quarter turn throttle and ordered a right quarter turn throttle. Couldn’t reverse it myself. Anyway thought you might like to know. Thanks.

[@user-ge7cq5dv5z]

Dose the new display change the distance the bike can travel

[@bestself2438]

I’m getting one. Hardest part is choosing the best one for me. This channel helps, thanks. There’s some contradictions out there…you can’t have a throttle with a center motor, only a rear hub motor? True or false? Why do I need such fat tires? I’m a pavement / packers gravel/grass trail rider….do I really need those giant tires? Also, I like the idea of buying a bike big name brand nike like trek (for service /parts, etc) but the big name brands do not sell Class II bikes (no throttle) and I don’t always want to pedal. So confusing. Any advice is appreciated (from anyone). I love the Himiway. And the one without rear suspension might be a good fit for me. But cost isn’t an issue..if we were talking Lamborghini’s maybe….hahaha….I love a hike called Sur Ron but it’s really a super light trail bike….and no pedals so cops could give me a hard time. Anyway….Specialized makes a bike called a S-Works Turbo Levo Pricey (15,000) but maybe it’s “The One”?

[@taylorhickman84]

I believe you are correct, hub drives are the only ones I know of that have a throttle. The fat tires are probably overkill for your type of riding, but you probably encounter curbs in which they tackle with ease.

[@ForbinColossus]

I am on the fence deciding between Himiway, Eahora XC300, and Aventure2. Can you remove the limit on the Aventure 2? Thanks!

[@CitizenCycle925]

On the Aventure bike You can change the speed limit to 31mph for pedal assist but the throttle max is 20mph and you cannot remove that limit

[@EBikeBuilder_]

I like that bike! I'm curious, does the motor say RM G062.750? Or RM G062.1000? I'd be interested to know the full motor stamping, like for example on my bafang hub its RM.G062.1000.DC (6). Those stampings indicate whether they use the 750W motor or the 1000W motor. I can't tell from their marketing which version they are using- it says 750W in some areas, but then also says upgraded motor 1000w. I'm also kind of curious what the motor connector, and the display connector look like. Is that display CANBUS or UART?

[@CitizenCycle925]

It's stamped with (G10TBS48V26"7502209-1637)

[@jayrobinson75]

The motor is a rebranded Bafang G062 750 watt nominal/1000 watt peak. The motor connector is a mutual L915. The display connector is a 5 pin green julet and uses UART protocol.

[@EBikeBuilder_]

@@jayrobinson75 good to know TY sir

[@CitizenCycle925]

@@jayrobinson75 Thank you for this more detailed information, appreciate 😁

[@anthonyromano7429]

Will the same display increase the speed of my Cobra Pro?

[@larryguevara3350]

Will these fit the cruiser .

[@deasterbrooks]

Can you add that display to any controller or is it only compatible with Himiway? I have a Magnum UI6 and would love a different screen.

[@CitizenCycle925]

The display is compatible with a bunch of different bikes. They list them on the Robinson cycle website and you can email them and ask if it would work on your particular bike.

[@deasterbrooks]

@@CitizenCycle925 Awesome, just sent them an email to ask :)

[@kinhell]

Which seat is it?

[@brainwasher0]

being a full suspension bike, I don't see the point of having a 4 plus inch tire. I wonder if one can swap them for something narrower like a 3in or a 2.6 in wide tire.

[@mrgold3591]

The +4 inch fat tires are made more for off road, deep sand, sloppy mud, rocky hill climbing, or rough terrain. Smaller tires with an all terrain tread might work better for paved roads, sidewalks, and light trail work. Might not even need the full suspension if you go with the smaller tires. Adding a suspension seat post to a hard tail like from Suntour SP12 NCX, Cane Creek, or Kinekt Bodyfloat might be the 90% solution.

[@timharper3364]

I just ordered that display which I'm waiting to receive and the pdf manual was sent with the receipt. In the manual, it says the max setting is 25mph. The reason why I ordered this was to increase the top speed like you. I really hope this is untrue, but the manual clearly states that.

[@CitizenCycle925]

Did you order it from Robinson cycle??

[@timharper3364]

@@CitizenCycle925 I did

[@timharper3364]

It says the speed limit range is 12km/h to 40km/h. The default value is 25km/h.

[@timharper3364]

Well I have an update. I received the display today already programmed. Regardless of what I seen in the manual the speed setting said 56mph and took it for a quick test run and got 28mph, might do a hair more but it was pretty windy. I'm very happy and relieved!! Thank you for your videos. I've also changed my handle bars like you and installed the twist throttle. I'm really liking the bike. I will be doing fenders similar to what you have done. Again thanks for pointing me in the right direction

[@wyn1950]

Hi Citizen, got in my right hand half twist throttle. Only problem now is that it has a female plug. Argh! Do you have a link that will point me to the right hand throttle with a male plug. Thank you!

[@wyn1950]

Hi Citizen, had to return the first twist throttle. Second one was correct and works fine. FYI.

[@marcs4091]

The Zebra is better, less is more, if you keep your tire pressure between 10 and 14LB there's not much of a difference in ride quality. The zebra looks like it would be lighter, faster, more nimble, better range. Little easier to control because of the weight, less maintenance. With only a Fork and derailleur upgrade your good to go.

[@ronarrowsmith4760]

Would the KD986 Display be compatible with Aventon Aventure ?

[@CitizenCycle925]

not sure, you will have to email and ask. dont remember seeing Aventon on the compatibility list.

[@ridethelightning7239]

the zebra looks more motorcycle like with the fenders & hard tail

[@CitizenCycle925]

Funny you should say that, I have contemplated altering the zebra bike to give it a more motorcycle feel..

[@rikcyflex]

I have the cyrusher XF800 ,how do I find out if this screen is compatible?

[@CitizenCycle925]

I would just email Robinson cycle and ask, they'll get back to you. They have a bunch of bikes listed on their website I did not see Cyrusher in the list.

[@kdscrapping4452]

did you ever play with the speed on the Fabulous bike you have ??

[@CitizenCycle925]

I did not play around with the speed too much on the fabulous EMX extreme bike. I think it topped out around 26 mph. I'm sure I had the limit turned up as high as it would go and I remember setting the controller amps to the max not sure what else could be done on that one.

[@kdscrapping4452]

@@CitizenCycle925 the one I have is the bigger model same battery and if I open it up it will do 74 K P H !! I have it set at 55 K P H which is 33 M P H !!

[@Goesriding]

What display is better? Kd718 or kd986? Whats the difference? Looks like the kd718 unlocks the top speed to 36mph and kd986 only unlocks to 32mph?

[@jayrobinson75]

No. They both have the same top speed limit setting. Its really dependent on whether your bike has a 22 or 25 amp controller. The 986 has automatic headlight feature, and detachable remote and USB dongle which the 718 does not.

[@Goesriding]

@@jayrobinson75 weird. In his videos, when he throttle with the back wheel off the ground, the speed max out different. Thats why I said those speeds.

[@jayrobinson75]

@@Goesriding Yes, because one bike has a 22 amp controller and the other has a 25 amp controller. We test the displays on the bikes when get them in our shop and so far our results were reversed. We got higher speeds on the Cobra than we did on the Zebra. If he swaps the displays between the Zebra and the Cobra the results will be the same since its a controller issue, not a display issue. Sometimes you get a 22 amp controller, sometimes you get a 25.

[@Goesriding]

@@jayrobinson75 that makes sense. However he did mention all himiway controllers were limited to 22amps. How can you tell if they are 22a or 25a? I believe they are all labeled 22amps.

[@jayrobinson75]

@@Goesriding We have seen both 22 amp and 25 amp controllers on both bikes. Its printed on the controller label. From the info we get from Himiway as a dealer the new bikes are all supposed to have 25 amp controllers, but sometimes they have 22s.

[@patrick9212]

does it work with the KD718 Key Disp ? Thank You 🙂

[@CitizenCycle925]

Yes I plugged the 718 in and it seemed to work just fine

[@meyeame8956]

So the throttle is just a direct swap out plug & play?

[@JB666Vette]

That’s what I wanna know too.

[@meyeame8956]

​@@JB666Vette I ended up having to buy two throttles because I got the wrong one. Disconnect the existing throttle and check if the pins are female or male and just buy the matching one and it'll be a direct swap. (I don't remember which one it was and I'm not near my bike so just go give it a look). I also prefer the right handled twist throttle for sure. Way more natural for me so get whichever you prefer.

[@markjaqueway6304]

Does the cobra pro come with a shift sensor if not could 1 be add

[@CitizenCycle925]

This model does not, however i'm not sure about the mid drive cobra.

[@theone2be33]

The display cost $135 FYI. Not worth it to go 4 miles faster. IMHO.

[@CrazyTruckinS10]

The Zebra looks better. If you really want to go crazy just out a suspension seat post.

[@CitizenCycle925]

I might get a suntour suspension post instead for the zebra

[@johnwilliams8353]

Change your wheel size to 16 it will go 31 and show 15 😊

[@ernesttaylor967]

How tall you and how much do you weigh?

[@CitizenCycle925]

6ft and 175-180 lbs

[@ernesttaylor967]

@@CitizenCycle925 I am 6'4", 225lbs. Do you think that is acceptable for this bike? I will be riding street, beach sand, and easy walking trails.

[@CitizenCycle925]

@ernesttaylor967 should be okay, pedaling may feel a little cramped. If I remember right, putting the seat where i wanted to mount the bike made the pedals felt close to seat once riding.

[@StefanRandall]

With a thumb throttle you can’t downshift without letting off the throttle, that’s why I don’t like

[@jjboohoo9641]

I hope you never take that bike on a bike path because everyone will hate you and call the cops

[@taylorhickman84]

that has not been my experience at all. I have gotten a few strange looks, but most people are genuinely intrigued.

[@gus5731]

+like +sub but i really think that your intro is way too OG, it was only cool back in 2008, we are reaching 2024! just stop with the intros

[@twinge2254]

First

[@vaughntonkin539]

WGAF

[@nkosiecletasncube7239]

I need bicycle bra