82 reviews for Core-5
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karl cook
Updated review after three plus weeks and 230 miles. I love this bike! It's not to say there weren't a few disappointments.. but relatively minor. I mentioned the thumb shifter previously. I found it to be stiff and a bit awkward. I'd like to see Ride1UP spend just a few more dollars on a decent shifter. I easily installed a Shimano "Rapid Fire" replacement shifter (very adequate and less than $18), this minor change alone has made the experience more enjoyable. As one of the least expensive components on a bike, it really should be upgraded. The weight at 50 lbs, and with a rigid frame you feel every bump which is not a R1U issue but a personal one. Problem solved with the combination of a suspension seat post and suspension handlebar stem, both purchased from Redshift. And once again transforming the experience. My highest miles per charge (35), was achieved under mixed conditions from flat to hilly and in PAS 3 and in PAS 5 as needed. Two battery bars remained which given the terrain and headwinds was impressive. Because I'd like to venture farther that 15-20 miles (one way), and because the bike will at times be loaded down with camping gear, I ordered the 14ah battery (today!).. That should open up new world of opportunities! I strongly recommend and would buy again!
Shazia G.
The Core-5 is a great bike! Sturdy, quick and efficient; it's intriguing that there aren't more of these around. Looks slick and sophisticated too, like in the others' pictures (here's a pic of the display)
Owen
I love this Core 5 bike. I have cancer and when I ride a regular bike I run out of gas easily. This Core 5 is great for me. I can ride 20 miles with no problem. Going up hills was a big problem for me but this bike eliminated that issue. If I get a certain distance and feel tired, I just stop peddling and use the throttle to get home. Worth every penny in my opinion.
Owen
I love this Core 5 bike. I have cancer and when I ride a regular bike I run out of gas easily. This Core 5 is great for me. I can ride 20 miles with no problem. Going up hills was a big problem for me but this bike eliminated that issue. If I get a certain distance and feel tired, I just stop peddling and use the throttle to get home. Worth every penny in my opinion.
Owen
I love this Core 5 bike. I have cancer and when I ride a regular bike I run out of gas easily. This Core 5 is great for me. I can ride 20 miles with no problem. Going up hills was a big problem for me but this bike eliminated that issue. If I get a certain distance and feel tired, I just stop peddling and use the throttle to get home. Worth every penny in my opinion.
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C. Ziffer (verified owner) –
I am delighted with this bike. I had it assembled at a local bike shop (then promptly fell and sprained my wrist, forcing me to wait six weeks to use it). I will be replacing the seat with my own cushy, big-butt seat, but other than that I am enjoying being able to keep up with my spouse on bike rides and giving my knee a rest when needed by using only the battery (no pedaling) — and after 13 miles the battery was still fully charged. Highly recommend.
karl cook (verified owner) –
Updated review after three plus weeks and 230 miles. I love this bike! It’s not to say there weren’t a few disappointments.. but relatively minor. I mentioned the thumb shifter previously. I found it to be stiff and a bit awkward. I’d like to see Ride1UP spend just a few more dollars on a decent shifter. I easily installed a Shimano “Rapid Fire” replacement shifter (very adequate and less than $18), this minor change alone has made the experience more enjoyable. As one of the least expensive components on a bike, it really should be upgraded. The weight at 50 lbs, and with a rigid frame you feel every bump which is not a R1U issue but a personal one. Problem solved with the combination of a suspension seat post and suspension handlebar stem, both purchased from Redshift. And once again transforming the experience. My highest miles per charge (35), was achieved under mixed conditions from flat to hilly and in PAS 3 and in PAS 5 as needed. Two battery bars remained which given the terrain and headwinds was impressive. Because I’d like to venture farther that 15-20 miles (one way), and because the bike will at times be loaded down with camping gear, I ordered the 14ah battery (today!).. That should open up new world of opportunities! I strongly recommend and would buy again!
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Ron Beaver (verified owner) –
Bike arrived with box in great condition. Assembly was fairly easy. The look and quality of the bike is great. Welding and paint are top notch. Battery was fully charged out of the box and I was riding in a short time. Super fun to ride. My only minor complaint was that there was a small amount of aluminum shavings in the box and on the bike. I saw that they came from the tube that the seat post goes in. Need to tell the workers to blow out those shavings. Overall very happy !
James (verified owner) –
This bike is just tight! Plenty of power for me and reasonably light enough and very nimble. I had a controller issue about a month in and Ryan sent me a new one and my issue was resolved.
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Robin Goff (verified owner) –
Amazing customer service. Received our order in less than a week. Absolutely love the bikes. They are so much fun. Thank you