Carrera Crossfire 2 review

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Peter Jones

Peter Jones

Күн бұрын

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Finally upgrading to an eBike (another Carrera) so my old friend is going. Taking advantage to do the review I wanted to do for ages. Bought this Crossfire 2 in Feb 2019 and travelled 2000 wonderful reliable miles on it, not even a puncture!!!

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@Arathnayaka
@Arathnayaka 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, great review
@johnh-ow2bl
@johnh-ow2bl Жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter, nice review. I have just ordered a Crossfire 2. I hope I have as good an experience with it as you have had. I would imagine that you've done quite a few miles on the e-bike by now. Hope it's going well!
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 Жыл бұрын
Very well, Thanks John. I’m sure you’ll enjoy yours at least as much and… winter soon over :)
@joshg3383
@joshg3383 Жыл бұрын
Had this bike for 6 years now and has been a work horse! Paper round, weekend rides, to and from school everyday and she’s still going! It’s a wonderfully light bike and only had to change the tires, chain and crank which is mainly due to the amount it has been ridden. Added a couple nice mods but will be looking at changing the peddles however, Would highly recommend this bike
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 Жыл бұрын
Cheers Josh! Great to hear and thank you for your comments!! Sun will be out again soon :)
@michaelbrowne8704
@michaelbrowne8704 Ай бұрын
A great review... I've just picked one up for £80 second hand!! Only used twice and its a great condition.... Apart from a stiff back brake 🥶
@srvloguk3801
@srvloguk3801 3 жыл бұрын
Nice video thanks for sharing
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, thank you!! Lovely comment.
@Gam3inGpR0Zz
@Gam3inGpR0Zz 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info pal you helped clear a few things up, Hope that E bikes doing you good 😎
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Hi. I appreciate your comments, thank you!
@rhysurbonas5410
@rhysurbonas5410 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Peter. Can you do a video on what computer you have for your bike please. I use Strava on my phone but no clue what computer to look into that it can hook up with
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Rhys. That’s not a bad idea. I have been thinking about some product videos… after buying (and returning) a rotary cheese grater by ApolloHousewares from The Range. Cheapest, nastiest bit of plastic with a metal ‘grinder’ that only produces cheese fluff if you press the cheese in directly over the actuator. And it cost £4.45!!! Anyway, yes I’ll see about doing a video. Thanks for asking. Heads up, my iGSport iGS618 is still on Amazon and it stores many trips for eventual upload to the iGSport website. I used to use Strava, both sites take data from this device but you get more features from the iGSport site. Cheers!
@eddieryan7639
@eddieryan7639 Жыл бұрын
Solid all round bike just a bit heavy at 15kg for a commuter i feel, but the mechanical disc brakes are good and easy to maintain yourself not like hydraulic that are a real pain they need bleeding with a kit.
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 Жыл бұрын
Yes, completely agree with you. My new crossfire is hydraulic but not had to touch the brakes yet after 18 months. Dare say it’s on the cards next year.
@tgrainman6678
@tgrainman6678 Жыл бұрын
Hello Peter. Is that pannier rack from Halfords aswell by any chance? Been looking at pannier racks and would hate to buy one that wouldn't fit
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 Жыл бұрын
Hi. Yes it was. The first bag I bought didn’t fit very well, rubbish actually. But when I bought the E-Crossfire )see other video) I transferred the rack and bought two new panniers that just drop on, perfect. Holds up to 25kg.
@tgrainman6678
@tgrainman6678 Жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 That's great to know, thanks for the information its much appreciated.
@febinzuk
@febinzuk 2 жыл бұрын
Great review! Can i put bigger tires on this bike for going on mountain rides
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Hi. Not an expert but apparently, you can fit mountain bike tyres on 700c rims. These rims are 28”, mountain tyres are 29” but fit. Personally, I’d pop into your nearest Halfords and check with them since it is they who supply this bike. Cheers.
@sajeeltufail3075
@sajeeltufail3075 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, what kind of pump do you use to fill the tires?
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
Hi, I bought just a small pump that fits on a bracket attached to the frame. The vale type is Presta and the pump can do both Presta and Schrader. The pump is Topeak, RaceRocket from Halfords.
@mohamedaslam7809
@mohamedaslam7809 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video man, it was so helpful. And I'm 5.4 feet which size should i get S-17, M-19, L-21.
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
Hey! Thanks for your feedback, really appreciated!!
@basyxx1765
@basyxx1765 3 жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 what size should he get 😭
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
​@@basyxx1765 Hi, there is a helpful chart on the Halfords web site under cycling. My partner is 5'7" and has a 16" with the seat raised. I am 5'10" with a 19" frame and that's fine. This bike (I've just sol it) is a 21" and was fine but better for someone over 5'10".
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Sorry for the delay in replying. There is a helpful chart on the Halfords web site under cycling. My partner is 5'7" and has a 16" with the seat raised. I am 5'10" with a 19" frame and that's fine. This bike (I've just sol it) is a 21" and was fine but better for someone over 5'10".
@creatingmemories9370
@creatingmemories9370 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I am 5ft 4, I went into halfords today and rode this bike around the shop. It was a medium which was the perfect size for me. didn't need the seat adjusting was perfect as is
@alanjohnnicholson8081
@alanjohnnicholson8081 2 жыл бұрын
See the mirror u suggested it doesnt fit as the end of grip doesnt have a cap to take off so how did you fit the one u have on video
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
That’s what I thought about mine. When I looked closely, the hand grip had a flat black disk on the end that looked part of the grip. I realised it was an insert and prised it out. The handlebars are hollow. In the unusual event that your grips don’t have a separate end cap, you’d probably have to cut out the circle. I’ve had 3 crossfires and never known the bar ends to be permanently blocked, there are a number of attachments specifically made to fit in the bar ends. Have a close look.
@jackpaumier6288
@jackpaumier6288 2 жыл бұрын
I bought one but can’t work out the suspension locks. Why are there 2 nozzles? I can’t seem to turn them to fully lock the suspension. Either way there is still a mild suspension. Could you help me please sir, thank you
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Jack. Thanks for your comments. Yes, took me a bit to figure it but this is how they work. Both tubes work independently of each other. As you sit on your bike, the right side tube has lock/unlock. If you turn it to Lock, you have no suspension, as you brake or go over bumps, you’ll feel the bumps and the bike won’t dip. When set to Open, suspension works normally. The left tube controls how soft or firm your suspension is. Turn anticlockwise and it goes softer, more travel. Turn clockwise and it gets stiffer. I imagine you’d want it stiffer for off road and softer for normal riding.
@jackpaumier6288
@jackpaumier6288 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 that is absolutely what I needed to know, thank you! Very informative & I really appreciate the time to reply. Life saver 👍🏻
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
@@jackpaumier6288 pleasure! Enjoy your bike :)
@alexfutter8223
@alexfutter8223 5 күн бұрын
Do you go off road on this ?
@girlsdrinkfeck
@girlsdrinkfeck 2 жыл бұрын
i got the current model, and it feels way more sluggish than my old 2015 model ,maybe the gearing is too high, but it feels more grindy than the older variants even when fully tuned and the disc brakes are terrible compared to the V brakes ,dunno what the hell they did wrong with the new build
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Interesting! Thanks for your comments.
@girlsdrinkfeck
@girlsdrinkfeck 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 maybe i think it feels sluggish cuz past 3 years ive been using a 1kw Ebike ,but other reviews also say the bike feels sluggish hoping someone can shine a light lol, and thanks
@mrhishamup878
@mrhishamup878 3 жыл бұрын
What's the bike you're changing to?
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
Carrera Crossfire E 2.0. Review coming soon!! Thanks for asking.
@davidbusby7572
@davidbusby7572 2 жыл бұрын
I've got the same bike where did you get the kick stand from
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Hi. I got it from Amazon for £19.96. Search for this in Amazon: Pletscher Unisex's Comp Zoom 26″ / 700C / 29"
@davidbusby7572
@davidbusby7572 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 thanks Pete founded it on Amazon
@beiderbeck81
@beiderbeck81 2 жыл бұрын
can you link the stand you bought ?
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delay! Here it is. It is great quality and adjustable so covers most frame sizes. www.amazon.co.uk/Pletscher-Comp-Zoom-Adjustable-Stand/dp/B007M09RZA?pd_rd_w=ugDFR&pf_rd_p=a167087a-fef7-4b77-a1be-594f0b2ef5c8&pf_rd_r=9RQQN8XZYNX4J5NETRTR&pd_rd_r=e448f6e6-0746-488f-8675-9ae13fee7937&pd_rd_wg=gjC5H&pd_rd_i=B007M09RZA&psc=1&ref_=pd_bap_d_rp_6_t
@iiinicky6224
@iiinicky6224 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you buy your rearview mirror from?
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Nicky. I think it was Halfords but… it was almost useless. Much of the rear is naturally obscured by your jacket so had to turn slightly right for a sec to see behind. I got a far better one for my new bike - Carrera Crossfire 2 E-Bike - from Amazon. It simply fits into the end of the bar and is unobstructed. If you tilt it forward rather than straight up, you get a perfect view. Here is the item name in Amazon to search for: CatEye Black BM-500 Road Bike Handlebar Mirror One Size
@iiinicky6224
@iiinicky6224 Жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 Oh okay, thanks for the info mate. I'll have a look at your new one. Very much appreciated.
@GreenSpeedo
@GreenSpeedo 3 жыл бұрын
Change the grips cuz I changed em aswell but in all together a nice bike
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, maybe I could have done with that advice when I bought it :)
@edwardcullen3251
@edwardcullen3251 Жыл бұрын
What did you change them to exactly?
@ReJe-gc2kv
@ReJe-gc2kv Жыл бұрын
Im trying to find the size - is it on my bike?
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 Жыл бұрын
Here you go. m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hZOnpLR9x8nJnqc.html
@alanjohnnicholson8081
@alanjohnnicholson8081 2 жыл бұрын
Can i ask what kind of mirror it is and where you got it from please can u send me a link
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
Hi. It’s on Amazon, Alan. It’s really good, still happy a year later. Set about 45° leaning forward for best view. CatEye Black BM-500 Road Bike Handlebar Mirror Search Amazon for the above, it’s copied from their site.
@alanjohnnicholson8081
@alanjohnnicholson8081 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 Hi sorry i forgot to ask how is the mirror fitted does it come with instructions as dont want to ruin end of grips
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
@@alanjohnnicholson8081 it’s really easy. You need to pull out the existing end stop, push the mirror fitting in and tighten the screw until fairly secure. Doesn’t need to be over tight, you’ll work that out. Then adjust the mirror for best view.
@alanjohnnicholson8081
@alanjohnnicholson8081 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 ok ive just ordered myself the crossfire 2
@alanjohnnicholson8081
@alanjohnnicholson8081 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 ive just ordered my Crossfire 2,i forgot what pump should i get can u please recommend one for me please
@garthreid7114
@garthreid7114 3 ай бұрын
Yes, gross pedals that function,🙁, but, if you're interested in your nice new bike, then good pedals is something you would want to choose yourself.
@illancallaghan6896
@illancallaghan6896 3 жыл бұрын
What’s the tubing size on this bike?
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 3 жыл бұрын
Well the tyre size is 28" x 1 5/8, 700x40c so I guess that's also the tube size.
@raymondterrific2023
@raymondterrific2023 2 жыл бұрын
Great bike, I wouldn't get rid for a shitty e-bike.
@James-hh1lq
@James-hh1lq Жыл бұрын
E bikes make people lazy ok tho if you have health conditions etc
@arturkoczen6438
@arturkoczen6438 3 жыл бұрын
It's impossible to buy.never available
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 2 жыл бұрын
That's a shame but a sign of a good bike. Good price, great design. I had to order our two, took a week back in June 2021.
@edwardcullen3251
@edwardcullen3251 Жыл бұрын
How old were you when you filmed this? What size were the tires?
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 Жыл бұрын
65, if that’s relevant. Filmed in 2021. Tyres, not sure. The frame size I think was 2”. My current Crossfire 2 is the E bike but with a 19” frame. Better size for me. This has 700x40C I think 28x1 5/8” Difficult to see.
@edwardcullen3251
@edwardcullen3251 Жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 What's a 2?
@edwardcullen3251
@edwardcullen3251 Жыл бұрын
@@peterjones6733 If you need servicing... Not the bike.... 🍆 let no know 😈
@peterjones6733
@peterjones6733 Жыл бұрын
@@edwardcullen3251 the model. Crossfire 2. Current bike is crossfire E 2.
@_starhelix
@_starhelix 3 ай бұрын
Why does it matter how old he was? YT cracks me up 😂 Great review 👌🏻
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