The Xiaomi MiJia QiCycle only weighs 32 pounds (14,5 kgs), which is significantly lower than some other electrical bikes such as the X-Treme Trail Maker at 51 lbs or the Watseka XP at 72,5 pounds.
The battery life of the Xiaomi MiJia is quite high for a bike in this price category. On a full charge, the electric bike is capable of reaching a range up to 28 miles (45 km). For comparison: a more expensive electric bike such as the X-Treme Trail Maker is only capable of reaching ranges up to 25 miles (40 km).
The QiCycle features a little display on the handlebar of the bike that shows you the most important information, such as battery percentage, speed, calories burned and distance traveled.
There are four energy presets available on the MiJia QiCycle: Fitness, Power-saving, Balanced and Extra power. You can easily switch between these modes via the built-in display. The Fitness mode for example will allow you to reach a higher speed, while Power-saving will limit performance in favor of a longer battery life. You can easily choose between these different modes on the fly.
The QiCycle can be connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth to connect with Xiaomi's companion app. Things such as battery status, statistics of your bicycle trips and navigation are all present in the companion app. The companion app allows you to quickly view all these extensive different aspects of the MiJia QiCycle, which isn't possible on the included screen.
Xiaomi has announced the MiJia QiCycle for the Chinese market, but it's unsure whether or not the foldable electric bike will also be available in the Western markets.
The Xiaomi MiJia QiCycle hasn't been released yet, and no specific release date was announced. Placing pre-orders is possible, however. As the bike hasn't been released yet, no thorough independent testing has been done so far to validate the product's claims.
The maximum speed of the X-Treme Trail Maker is about 18 - 20 miles per hour (32 km/h) when using the battery alone, and that speed can be further increased by pedaling.
The maximum capacity weight is specified at 350 pounds (158 kg), whereas other electric bikes in a similar price category only allow a maximum capacity of 250 pounds (113 kg).
The XB-300li features a 20 - 25 mile range (32 - 40 km), which isn't at the top of the line compared to some other devices such as the Xiaomi MiJia QiCycle, but is still very decent for similar bikes in this price category.
The XB-300li is assembled the same way as a regular bike, but the process can still be confusing. Unfortunately, X-Treme doesn't include any assembly instructions in the box.
In the case of a defect or dead-on-arrival, the buyer is required to pay for shipping costs to the manufacturer, and support tickets take a long time to respond, can be contradictory or don't get resolved at all. The bike comes with a 90 Day X-Treme Warranty, and a 6 Month warranty on the battery.
The integrated battery level meter isn't always accurate and is prone to some technical bugs. The battery level often changes from four to two stripes depending on how much you paddle but doesn't seem to indicate an accurate reading overall.
The maximum range of the Gocycle G3 is rated at 50 miles (80 kilometers), which is extremely high for a compact and foldable electric bike. Compared to the Gocycle G2, that's a battery life improvement of 25%.
The Gocycle G3 is very comfortable to ride with thanks to a highly adjustable seat and good weight distribution of the bike. Compared to the Gocycle G2, the new revision features ergonomically designed grips and shifters, slimmer disk brakes and pedals with improved grip.
The third generation Gocycle has a total weight of 36 pounds (16,3 kilograms), which is only a tad heavier than the previous G2 model. Overall, weight is still very low compared to similar electric bikes.
The Gocycle G3 features a sleek design with most elements such as the chain and battery integrated into the frame. Some parts such as the wheels can be disassembled as the G2 is quite modular in its nature.
The framework of the Gocycle G3 is entirely made out of magnesium which is a light, yet solid building material. Compared to the Gocycle G2, the new revision features ergonomically designed grips and shifters, slimmer disk brakes and pedals with improved grip.
The GoCycle G3 can connect to your smartphone via a Bluetooth connection and allows improved customization of the bike and also monitors different aspects such as speed limits, power mode and battery life. You can also keep the bike itself up to date with the Connect app, as it's possible to update the bike's firmware through the application. In the case of a technical failure, the app is able to generate a maintenance log for future reference.
Another feature of the Connect app is the ability to upload custom maps: you can specify parts of that map where the Gocycle should provide motor assistance. In case of a stolen G3, the app allows the user to remotely lock the bike if someone else tries to pair with it.
According to Gocycle, the app will be updated to better fit the new G3 bike with additional factors and statistics such as the amount of calories burnt, distance traveled, assisted speed settings and weather reports.
The official maximum speed of the Gocycle G3 is limited to 15.5 miles per hour (25 kilometers per hour), but this can be ramped up by using the official Gocycle companion app and setting a custom profile with speeds up to 25 mph (40 km/h). When using this adjustment, the Gocycle G3 is faster than the majority of all electrical bicycles.
Bike maintenance is almost non-existent with the G3. The chain is self-tensioning and built-in and doesn't require lubrication. The only thing that needs to be checked every once in a while is the tire pressure.
The maximum total weight specified by Gocycle for the G3 is 220 pounds (100 kilograms), which is fairly low compared to some other electric bikes. The bike should still work for higher weights up to 250 pounds (113 kgs), but may not work properly and safely. For comparison, the X-Treme Trailer Maker supports weights up to 350 pounds (159 kgs).
The GoCycle G2 can connect to your smartphone and a companion app via a Bluetooth connection and allows improved customization of your bike and also monitors different aspects such as speed limits, power mode and battery life. You can also keep the bike itself up to date with the Connect app, as it's possible to update the bike's firmware through the application. In the case of a technical failure, the app is able to generate a maintenance log for future reference.
Another feature of the Connect app is the ability to upload custom maps: you can specify parts of that map where the Gocycle should provide motor assistance. In case of a stolen G2, the app allows the user to remotely lock the bike if someone else tries to pair with it.
The Gocycle G2 features a sleek design with most elements such as the chain and battery integrated into the frame. Some parts such as the wheels can be dissembled as the G2 is quite modular in its nature.
With a recommended retail price of $3500, the Gocycle G2 isn't exactly the cheapest option on the market. For example, Xiaomi is releasing a fully electric bike that's also foldable for a fraction of the cost - the MiJia Qicycle - while other brands are producing electric bikes with similar specifications at only a third of the Gocycle G2's price.
The maximum total weight specified by Gocycle for the G2 is 250 pounds (113 kilograms), which is fairly low compared to some other electric bikes. They also specify that under this maximum weight of 250 pounds, the bike may not function properly. For example, the X-Treme Trailer Maker supports weights up to 350 pounds (159 kgs).
Bike maintenance is almost non-existent with the G2. The chain is self-tensioning and built-in and doesn't require lubrication. The only thing that needs to be checked every once in a while is the tire pressure.
The Gocycle G2 only weighs 35 pounds (16 kilograms) and is considered a light-weight electric bike. The weight distribution across the bike is also quite balanced for easier transport and better handling.
The official maximum speed of the Gocycle G2 is limited to 15.5 miles per hour (25 kilometers per hour), but this can be ramped up by using the official Gocycle companion app and setting a custom profile with speeds up to 25 mph (40 km/h). When using this adjustment, the Gocycle G2 is faster than the majority of all electrical bicycles.
The Gocycle G2 produces some audible front motor noise, especially when using the electric bike in more intensive situations (such as traveling at high speeds or when climbing an a steep surface).
You can download the Specialized E-Bike Mission Control app that offers a wide range of features and allows to customize your bike. You can check all the previous stats of your rides, the current status of the battery, plan routes accordingly to the battery level and diagnose potential problems with the bike. You can also fine tune the characteristics and response of the motor and change the behavior of each travel mode.
The bike is designed in a way that from a distance, it’s hard to tell that it has a battery and a motor. The battery is seamlessly integrated in the down tube while the motor sits hidden in the bottom bracket. It does have a built in headlight, a display mounted on the handlebar and a taillight that works as a brake light, but the rest looks like an ordinary bike so it’s less likely to attract thieves and will blend in the traffic with the rest of the bikes.
This e-bike has three different levels of assistance: Eco, Sport and Turbo. The Eco level only helps you to maintain speed, whilst Turbo will kick in almost immediately and will push you forward with great effort. The exact amount of assistance levels for each mode can be fine-tuned in the smartphone app so you can personalize the bike to your needs. The battery capacity should be enough for most everyday commuters, as it can go as far as 50 miles in Eco mode or 25 miles in Turbo mode.
Comparing to other companies(bought 2 other similar products from other bigger companies), they do a better job at getting back to you once you have concerns.
The maximum range of the GB-FS5 is rated at 50 miles, which is a little over 80 kilometers. Compared to other electric bikes in this price range, that's pretty high. The X-Treme Trail Maker for example can only reach a maximum range of 25 miles.
In the case of a defect, broken part or a dead-on-arrival, Greenbike's customer service is known for its great assistance. Parts are replaced and all shipping costs are handled by the manufacturer.
The maximum speed the Greenbike USA GB-FS5 is able to achieve is measured at 20 miles per hour (a little over 32 kilometers per hour), which is also the speed limit for electric bikes in most states of the USA.
The Greenbike comes fully assembled. Although an instructional booklet is included for minor adjustments of the bike, there's no need to install any parts yourself.
The LCD display used in the Greenbike is monochrome and only covers the most essential aspects of the electric bike such as battery status, speed, date and time and the power mode the engine is working on. Some cheaper alternatives offer a colored and more detailed display.
The Greenbike GB-FS5 is quite heavy weighing in at 66 pounds (33 kilograms), mainly due to the larger non-lithium battery. Some similar bikes such as the X-Treme Trail Maker weigh 15 pounds (7 kgs) less.
The total weight of the Watseka XP bicycle weighs in at 72.5 pounds (a little over 32 kgs), which is significantly higher than some other electrical bikes such as the 51 lbs X-Treme Trailmaker. This is mainly due to the heavy battery, which weighs 22 lbs on its own.
Watseka has opted for lead acid non-lithium batteries, which are cheaper to produce but also less efficient and heavier. Lithium batteries also last longer, which results in a somewhat limited range of 18 miles (29 km) for the Watseka XP.
The bike itself is sturdy and overall well constructed. The frame is completely made of steel and doesn't feel cheap. In short, build quality is great.
The bike is provided with a 90 Day manufacturer warranty by Watseka, and the customer support that is provided by them is great. When the bike itself or a part (such as the battery) is faulty or suffers from a dead-on-arrival, a pick-up and replace process can be started - no need to pay for shipping costs.
Replacing the rear wheel of the Watseka XP tends to be an issue, as special tools are required to take the sprocket off the rear wheel. This is a task that is better suited for specialized repair shops.
The maximum weight on the Watseka XP for the passenger and the cargo is 250 pounds (113 kilograms). Not only is the 250W motor too weak for higher weights, but according to the manufacturer, the seat is also not suited for larger riders. For comparison: other bicycles such as the X-Treme Trail Maker allow weights up to 350 pounds.