Total Weight:
56.3 lbs (25.53 kg)
Battery Weight:
6.7 lbs (3.03 kg)
Motor Weight:
6.61 lbs (2.99 kg)
Frame Material:
Hydroformed 6061 Aluminum Alloy
Frame Sizes:
19 in (48.26 cm)Geometry Measurements:
19" Seat Tube, 22" Top Tube, 15" Reach, 29.75" Stand Over Height, 33" Minimum Saddle Height, 26" Width, 43.75" Wheelbase, 71.5" Length
Frame Types:
High-Step
Frame Colors:
Dark Satin Gray with Black Accents
Frame Fork Details:
Custom Rigid Aluminum Alloy, 100mm Hub Spacing, 9mm Axle with Quick Release Skewer
Frame Rear Details:
135mm Hub Spacing, 10mm Axle with 18mm Nuts
Attachment Points:
Custom Rear Rack, Fenders, 2 Bottle Cage Mounts
Gearing Details:
9
Speed 1x9 Shimano Alivio Derailleur, Shimano CS-HG400-9 11-34 Tooth CassetteShifter Details:
Shimano Alivo SL-M3100 Triggers on Right (One-Way High Lever, Three-Shift Low Lever)
Cranks:
Samox Forged Aluminum Alloy Arms, 170mm Length, ISIS Splined Spindle, 46 Tooth Prowheel Steel Chainring with Aluminum Alloy Guard
Pedals:
Wellgo B087DU Aluminum Alloy Platform with Fixed Pins
Headset:
VP-A45ACK, Threadless, Sealed Cartridge, Straight 1-1/8"
Stem:
Aluminum Aluminum Alloy, 80mm Length, 10-Degree Rise, 31.8mm Clamp Diameter, 15mm Tapered Spacer, One 20mm Spacer
Handlebar:
Zoom ARC-540, Aluminum Alloy, 23-Degree Swept-Back, 0-Degree Rise, 620mm Length
Brake Details:
Tektro HD-M285 Hydraulic Disc with 180mm Rotors, Dual-Piston, Three-Finger Levers with Adjustable Reach
Grips:
Ergonomic, Rubber, Inner Lock Ring
Saddle:
Selle Royal Viento, Hybrid, Light Clip on Back
Seat Post:
UNO Advanced Project, Aluminum Alloy, Forged Head Double Bolt, Promax Quick Release Seat Post Clamp
Seat Post Length:
350 mm
Seat Post Diameter:
31.6 mm
Rims:
Aluminum Alloy, Double Walled, 33mm Outer Width, 36 Hole, Reinforcement Eyelets, Black
Spokes:
Stainless Steel, 13 Gauge, Black with Nipples
Tire Brand:
MAXXIS RE-FUSE, 27.5" x 2.0" (50-684)
Wheel Sizes:
27.5 in (69.85cm)Tire Details:
35 to 60 PSI, 2.5 to 4.1 BAR, MAXX SHIELD, Tubeless Ready (Rim Would Need Tubeless Conversion)
Tube Details:
Schrader Valve
Accessories:
Integrated Buchel Shiny 80 (80 LUX, Adjustable Mount), Spanninga Wrap Around Rack-Integrated Rear Light, Wellgo XH-355 Rear-Mount Adjustable Length Kickstand (40mm Bolt Spacing), Tubular Aluminum Alloy Fenders (60mm Width, Plastic Caps), Custom Rear Rack (20kg 44lb Max Weight, Pannier Hangers, Flat Top, Supports Rear Fender)
Other:
Locking Removable Downtube-Integrated Battery Pack (Insert From Below), Phylion 1.4lb 2 Amp Charger with Proprietary Plug, Basic Assembly Toolkit, Max Weight 275lbs
Dan
3 years agoYou tested a XC not a XR. The XR does not have fenders. It does have a suspension fork and a different handle bar. Also only the XR is limited in color, you can get white for the XC. When testing a bike, at least read the companies website.
ReplyCourt
3 years agoHi Dan! Thanks for your input. I spoke to the founder, studied their website extensively, and even helped them make some corrections there. The ST and XR are both rigid frames with fenders and a rear rack. The XC is their “Cross Country” model that has front suspension, no fenders, and no rear rack. It has knobby tires, a flat handlebar vs. swept back, a mountain saddle, and a narrow-wide chainring. If you see a portion of this review or the video that contradicts what I’m saying here, please point it out so I can make a fix!
ReplyFred H
3 years agoNot sure I see the point of R1Up adding a mid drive to their predominantly hub drive line up. It has no throttle, it has a rather small battery, there is basically only one size and one color, and while you do have a form of torque sensing, there is nothing else on the bike that screams its worth that price. Does Ride1up make people aware that mid drives require regular service intervals, and that the service is more expensive than it would be for a hub drive ebike? Do people realize that a replacement motor for a mid drive is 2 to 3 times the cost of a hub drive replacement?
A fair number of hub drive ebikes already have torque sensing, and that number is growing regularly. And you can get throttles with those hub drives. Throttles are what everyone asks for when shopping for an ebike, just go ask any ebike shop owner. Their benefits and purposes are many, and for some invaluable. Much easier to get the ebike going with a throttle, if you are pulling a heavy load, carrying kids in child seats, or pulling trailers. Also much easier to get going on a steep hill if you are stopped, and possibly in the wrong gear when you got stopped. Or if you are out of shape, which most people who buy ebikes are, the throttle makes a huge difference, especially as those riders tend to tire more quickly.
I’m guessing the other co-founders left the company if Kevin is the ‘founder’, a former real estate broker. Wonder what happened to them, as they seemed to be the brains of the company, as I can’t imagine a real estate broker having a design background in ebikes, or mechanical skills etc? Seems a lot different background than Tora of Juiced. Maybe these companies who are importers, don’t need any mechanical background, and just need to know how to choose colors, and some components and the factory they hire will do all that for them?
ReplyCourt
3 years agoHi Fred, you make some interesting points and I’ll add my two cents. Mid-drives tend to be more efficient than hub motors, but they do produce additional strain on the chain, cogs, and derailleur. Ride1Up does a great job addressing this with their physical shift detection system. I’d say this setup is better than most competing mid-drives I’ve ridden recently. Some mid-drives do provide throttles, including many from Bafang that you can see on EVELO products. The Prodigy series comes in multiple colors, though the premium color costs $50 more, and my understanding is that the step-thru is smaller than the high-step, so that’s similar to having two frame sizes. Yes, this model is a departure from their other designs. It’s nice that they still offer those, which tend to be less expensive. I see this as a very affordable entry into a different category of bikes… and they are offering something unique because it’s a Class 3. Your explanation questioned the price, but this is much more affordable than comparable products, even ones using the exact same Brose motor. I think Kevin was one of the original founders, and they transitioned away from skateboards because ebikes were catching on more and had better margins. Perhaps he’s got the business smarts, savings, and work ethic to make this a successful company. Engineering is nice, but it’s clear that most companies are outsourcing production since all of the parts are made overseas. Some of the most successful companies are the ones listening to customers and addressing price, so Ride1Up is doing very well from that perspective. Other leaders I see include Rad Power Bikes, Juiced Bikes, Aventon, and Trek (although Trek leads using a different strategy). I respect your opinion, and hope this perspective adds some value.
ReplyBen
3 years agoI’ve been in the market for a commuter bike for a while, on a semi-limited budget. I’ve been looking at the Surface604 Colt for a bit, but this is interesting. It’s the first mid-drive I’ve seen that’s in this price range. Would you lean a particular way? This would be my first e-bike purchase, so I don’t really have a reference to go from. I’m a long time bike commuter, but recently developed some physical limitations that have pushed be toward getting something electric.
ReplyCourt
3 years agoHi Ben! That’s actually how I got interested in electric bikes too, I had a knee injury. Anyway, I like most things about the Prodigy XR for the price, but the battery not seating properly gave me pause. That’s the kind of thing that is difficult to fix if it becomes worse over time… without using duct tape. I only had the bike for a short time, and I had a bike shop help build and prep it so things would work perfectly. Even they expressed some concerns about the battery not staying in. Now, I don’t think it would tumble all the way out, but it could interrupt your ride. In fact, that happened to me once while pedaling when I hit a bump. I wanted to be fair to Ride1Up, so I didn’t overemphasize this point. Perhaps it was just my model? I’ll be keeping an eye out for other comments on the topic. In the meantime, if I was in your shoes, I would consider any of the nicer mid-drive ebikes because they will feel more natural. Surface 604 is a great alternative with a simpler torque sensor and hub motor. The big benefit is that they also have throttles. I hope this helps!
ReplyCraig
2 years agoHi Court, when I heard about this new mid drive your site was my first stop. No one does reviews better. Thank you!
Quick question… my biggest concern is that it only comes in one size. Did you have any issues on the XR? I am 5’10”
Thanks!!!
ReplyCourt
2 years agoHey Craig, thanks! The XR worked pretty well and since I’m 5’9″ it fit me perfectly. I suspect it would be a good fit for you as well. It’s always possible to adjust the seat post, saddle position, handlebar angle, and even the stem if needed. I think it would work as-is though, and I was impressed with the build and price. Good luck, and please chime in down the line with your thoughts if you do get one!
ReplyCraig
2 years agoHi Court…very helpful! Sincerely appreciate the reply and feedback. Any chance you will be reviewing the Serial 1 RushCity? Thanks again!
ReplyCourt
2 years agoHi Craig! I’d sure like to, lately I’ve been focusing on some design and development updates for the site. Thanks for letting me know what you’re interested in :)
ReplyEd
2 years agoI am looking to purchase my first ebike. I am interested in a mid-drive as I live near the Cascades and I understand that the mid-drives are better climbers. HOWEVER, I am retired and in failing physical health, in particular my leg muscles are weak and I don’t have great endurance. I was therefore looking for something with a throttle to get me home just in case my legs fail me. From my reading it seems that mid-drives and throttles are mutually exclusive. My question is, with a mid-drive such as the Prodigy with peddle assistance, how much exertion is needed to get it moving and keep it moving (and at what cadence) at the highest assistance setting? Will I need to impart a certain amount of effort to keep it going or will the motor do most of the work as long as I am able to spin the pedals?
Thank you for your thoughts and any suggestions you may have.
ReplyCourt
2 years agoHi Ed! You’re correct that a mid-drive can be more effective at climbing steep grades, as long as you shift gears appropriately. It’s a lot like pedaling a bike, lower gears make it easier to climb but also lower the speed. The Prodigy XR was a good ebike, and it uses a European mid-drive motor from Brose (a German company) that does not have a throttle, indeed most do not. There are a few brands that do have mid-drives with throttles, and one that I trust is called DOST. They use nicer parts, have good customer support, and even offer a dual battery setup so you can get long range even if you rely on the throttle a lot (which tends to require more energy). They have a high-step, step-thru, and either a cassette with derailleur or a fancy internally geared hub. Here’s a list of their bikes that I have reviewed, so you can compare them to this Ride1Up. One thing that really stood out to me is that they use shift-detection so the drivetrain is more protected than on a lot of other mid-drive motors. This is very important when the motor is powerful and especially with a throttle.
ReplyRick W.
2 years agoHi, I think this is an incredibly exciting bike, especially for the price. I disagree completely with Fred H. I have test driven many different makes and models of e-bikes with Yamaha, Bosch, Shimano, Bafang, and Brose mid drives. I own a Brose mid drive bike (iZip Moda e3) and it is the best mid drive system out there (by a lot) in my opinion. It feels just so darn natural and is quiet as well. Normally you pay a lot of money for a Brose system as it is used in Specialized and Harley Davidson and other high end bikes. This is just SO much better than many hub drive bikes that there is no comparison. Just my 2 cents.
ReplyCourt
2 years agoThanks for sharing your opinion and experience with the Brose drive system, Rick! I agree that they are special, and tend to perform well. It’s actually amazing to have such high quality from Brose, Bosch, Yamaha, and Shimano all competing. Brose does some unique things with the Gates Carbon Drive inside, it’s quite and smooth. Ride1Up has been a leader in the lower cost segment, so having a higher quality custom build like this with a mid-drive that is also more affordable is really great :)
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