Gocycle G4i Review

Gocycle G4i Review - $5K

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The Gocycle G4i is the 4th generation Gocycle, one of the fanciest and lightest folding electric bikes available today! Improved half-folding design is much faster and cleaner than removing the wheels on prior model years. Updated motor offers more power with less noise. Available in three professional colors, premium optional accessories for improved utility. Internally geared electronically actuated Shimano Nexus 3-speed hub provides predictive or manual shifting options with an intuitive half-grip twist shifter design. There's no derailleur hanging down that could get bumped during transport, and the chain is completely encased in the "clean drive" casing. You can shift gears at standstill, and the hydraulic disc brakes are consistent and easy to activate. Proprietary front hub motor produces less noise, provides traction control, and still produces 500 watts of nominal power output. Multi-sensor pedal assist measures wheel speed, pedal cadence, and torque to provide a natural feel. A small trigger throttle, available in some geographies, supplements pedal assist to add power or give your legs a break. The bike still uses premium Panasonic batteries for maximum reliability and lifespan. High visibility reflective tires and bright integrated headlight improve safety, optional rear rack and back-light maximizes your visual footprint. Unique handlebar-integrated LED display provide basic feedback about assist level and battery charge, but the optional smartphone apps provide much more insight. Surprisingly good comfort for a folding model thanks to high volume tires, ergonomic grips, comfortable saddle, and a rear shock absorber bumper.
0:00 Introduction to G4i, colors, founder background
0:41 folding demo and rolling when folded, bike weight
2:30 Battery pack removal, specs, and care tips
3:17 Close look at frame segments and their materials
3:43 Hydraulic disc brakes 140mm, new tire details
4:53 Motor improvements, advanced pedal assist overview
5:54 Rear shock absorber, geometry and fit adjustments
7:13 Minimalist kickstand, power button and charge port
7:57 Battery charger, GXi vs G4i, accessories, price
9:17 Funny moment! Availability, reliability, warranty
11:07 Tire and tube fix, one-side wheel attachment design
11:47 USB-C charging port on handlebar, smartphone mount
12:11 Smartphone app overview, custom power profiles!
12:57 Twist throttle, traction control, gear shifting
14:07 Predictive shifting, 3-speed electronic Shimano IGH
14:55 Daytime running light settings: low, high, blinking
15:14 Optional Supernova front and rear lights, bell
15:36 LED display overview, top speed settings by region
16:25 Ride test begins, motor sound and traction test
18:34 Ground clearance check, electronic shifting closeups
19:16 Third person riding, stoppie and suspension test!
20:56 First person riding with hill climb and no hands
23:12 Conclusion, G4i vs. G4i+, compare tool and forums
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@jeffmpvd7689 2 жыл бұрын

It's a Swiss army knife of bicycles! Great review as usual.

@ExcellPugetSound 2 жыл бұрын

I love mine and it is worth every penny. It is not only engineered to perform well it is engineered to last. I had purchased a $1,200 ebike and have ridden and tried out Brompton and many others. Each time i considered a $2-4,000 ebike I did not feel compelled to spend more than my entry level bike. Then I rode and purchased this bike and never looked back. At the beginning, they make a big deal about the weight (saying it is 38lbs). The weight is actually 36.5 lbs and is one of the lowest weight folding/fat tire bikes available (there are a couple of bikes in the funding stage that are lighter and you could never get me to buy one of these

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you really enjoy the bike! I weighed the model shown in the video with Mark’s help using a hand scale and got 38.8lbs so I wonder if there’s a difference in your bike? Did you get the G4i+ with carbon fiber wheels by any chance?

@TankMAIN877 Ай бұрын

You sound like a salesman if you really own one of these make a video so many people claim to own these yet never do.

@readyplayer2 2 жыл бұрын

It’s strange how focused people are on the price of higher end ebikes in a way they’d never be with a luxury or purpose built car. This is a design centric folding bike that’s designed from the ground up as a purpose built electric bike. Is it tremendously more expensive and slower than a generic used bike with a knock off bafang motor glommed on with a hacked together bracket with wiring running everywhere? Yup. This bike serves a niche - people with a very specific need (to fit this on a subway, boat, plane, or in a small trunk), who are willing and able to pay for a very clean and aesthetically appealing design. In that space, there are few to no competitors. The Brompton electric is one, though the Brompton front carrier block mounted external battery and electronics are significantly less elegant and the chain operated Sturmey Archer hub shifting mechanism on the Brompton is 1950s tech vs the electronic shifting on this. The Brompton is unbeatable when it comes to the quick and compact folding design, however. Retro nerd cool vs futuristic nerd cool. This bike is definitely not for everyone but they’re obviously meeting a need or desire to still be around after a decade and releasing new products. I’m intrigued, though this bike is out of my budget.

@davedunham605 2 жыл бұрын

Nobody likes to talk about the weight of many of the folding ebikes. I'm a senior and as much as I like some of the folding fat tire ebikes like the Aventon Sinch ro the similar Sondors, many of them are over 60lbs! I don't want to struggle with that trying to get it in the back of my Jeep. I don't want the expense of a bike carrier either. Then I have to find a place for that in my garage. The gocycle weighs something like 37 or 38lbs. I can handle that.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

Great comment! And, I love your username. Great hook and movie, I love VR! Backed the original Oculus with Palmer Luckey :D

@skepticsr_us 2 жыл бұрын

@@ElectricBikeReview Weight is definitely an issue. Btw, Court when are you going to review the 23 pound Jackrabbit? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q9uWaJVnkrHbkXU.html

@delb2478 2 жыл бұрын

Great review, awsome bike ,I took a 2020 G3 for test .What a blast,its a go-cart of bikes.Light ,nimble,quick and fun. Price is what you expect if you know and capable of appreciating quality.I cannot afford one :(

@jimmycapp29 2 жыл бұрын

I didn't know Ben Stiller did electric bike KZfaq videos. Nicely done.

@coopermay14 2 жыл бұрын

Great bike, wish you would do a review on the Carbo model X, would love to here what you have to say on it. I’m looking for two bikes for my Rv.

@davedunham605 2 жыл бұрын

Some seem to think that many ebikes are slow. The way I look at it is if you're riding in a car doing 20mph you feel as if you're creeping but when you're on the bike with the wind blowing in your hair 20mph is plenty fast for me. You wanna go fast, hell get an electric motorcycle! Besides, when you're on a public greenway on a Saturday afternoon and the weather is nice you won't be flyin you'll be ringin that bell! If you feel the need for speed, rent time at a race track.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

Very well said, and I completely agree :)

@OM-sb2bd 2 жыл бұрын

Class 3 up to 28mph assist is the way to go - that 20-28mph window is terrific, and I never find myself wanting more from the pedal assist. Class 1 up to just 20mph I would want more.

@krob9145 Ай бұрын

I quite agree. This isn't a motorbike and we're not on a race track. I haven't got one of these bikes but I have seen them around. In my case cycling is more on 20mph streets where cars, motorcycles and other vehicles are going at that speed daily. I do get to ride on some greenways but it's mostly streets.

@hotbx119 Жыл бұрын

Now that's a cool folding bike

@kona_moon6055 2 жыл бұрын

I'm disappointed that GS got discontinued - not everybody needs a quick folder. I guess the target riders changed from London subway commuters to wine country tourers in their Porsche frunk.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

I feel ya. Maybe they were faxing material constraints or an influx of customer service requests for the less expensive higher volume build and decided to stick with high margin products since they’re a niche boutique type of company? I could see how that might make sense, but agree that the price puts it out of reach for many.

@kayflip2233 2 жыл бұрын

I have a GoCycle GX and switched to the Carbo S. The Carbo bikes are lighter, faster, more powerful, more compact, more durable and have like twice the battery range for half the price of the G4i ($2500). I liked the design of the GX but the throttle and motor were too weak, the speed wasn't that impressive, and I had constant problems with the creaking of the headset, cranks etc. It's just a pain to fix the GoCycles because they are too proprietary. The Carbo carbon fiber bikes are just way more reliable and powerful, highly recommend them over the GoCycles.

@mikeusa9557 2 жыл бұрын

What is the link for Carbo S

@willybaldy1999 2 жыл бұрын

Only 350W motor max on your Carbo S

@kayflip2233 2 жыл бұрын

@@willybaldy1999 Still much faster with more torque than the GoCycle GX I have and even the new G4. No comparison.

@dudesayHEY 2 жыл бұрын

@@kayflip2233 isn't the Carbo a class 1 while the Gocycle g4i is a class 2?

@kayflip2233 2 жыл бұрын

@@dudesayHEY in the US the Carbo has both pedal assist and a throttle.

@braxtonperry1981 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Traveling around the BIKE WEEK Circuit I gotta love 💘 THE folder luxury Another great review Thanks Bike Week HOBO 8 )

@ExcellPugetSound 2 жыл бұрын

The app is terrific and they have a very low tech way to mount your phone and while riding I use the app throughout my rides.

@Cyberhosting777 Жыл бұрын

Works great/Easy install

@woodsculptor675 2 жыл бұрын

Great review! Nice design/engineering on that bike. Looks like it would be perfect for inner city commuting.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, especially if you could bring it inside vs locking up at a rack! It’s really a special product in my opinion, and much more enjoyable now with the quieter motor and larger tires!

@zews1 Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately the cost for the same model bike G4i has gone up by $1,000 in the US. It's not $6,000.

@ExitonD Жыл бұрын

No locking, no alarm, no GPS tracking, no handle to carry it while folded... Probably no recuperation breaks.

@ExcellPugetSound 2 жыл бұрын

Initially I used manual. As I am learning, I am using oredictive more and more

@milkovivaldi 2 жыл бұрын

Can the saddle and pedals be changed?

@marcus3376 11 ай бұрын

I would love to see competitors add carbon frames to their e-bikes to bring down the price. The price is way too high!!

@kerrymaskiew5095 Жыл бұрын

The marine environment will not affect the G4 due to the aluminum, magnesium, carbon, and stainless steel type 316 fasteners, just awesome design, far above domestic NA products, unfortunately, top shelf pricing.

@geriannroth449 2 жыл бұрын

Where's a site or place you can buy secondhand high end bikes?

@Funinhounslow 2 жыл бұрын

The base G4 is £3,400 which compares well with the £3,000 e-Brompton considering how much more you’re getting for your money. I’ve had a GS for three years and use it pretty much daily in London in all weather conditions. An overpriced toy it is not. Managed to damage a wheel last year and the issue was resolved quickly by GoCycle. Reassuring to know customer support continues after you’ve paid up! I can’t think of a better way to commute in the city. Still love my GS…

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the testimonial! Glad you’ve been getting support and enjoying this bike :D

@henriverheyen6190 2 жыл бұрын

A real beauty, top innovation!

@LlamaSpeeed 2 жыл бұрын

you should review one of those chinese electric motorcycles, getting more popular these days

@goobfilmcast4239 2 жыл бұрын

I like this bike....lots of interesting engineering touches but it looks like a theft magnet.

@prw56 2 жыл бұрын

Which is why I gave an extra "nope" when I heard they don't even lock the battery with a key

@T1Oracle 2 жыл бұрын

It folds up, there's no reason to ever leave out of sight.

@T1Oracle 2 жыл бұрын

@@prw56 There's even less reason to leave the battery. The best security system for your stuff, is always you.

@goobfilmcast4239 2 жыл бұрын

@@T1Oracle not practical to walk around with it while shopping etc.... it's a poor value overall with far too many proprietary parts. I'd rather get an e-Brompton for that kind of money. The Brompton brand has stood the test of time and has a retro-cool look that (IMHO) I find more appealing.

@mariusbalan4098 2 жыл бұрын

@@goobfilmcast4239 good luck buying that thing 😂. The difference between them is from earth to the sky.

@rwbangsil 2 жыл бұрын

I wonder with the high price tag how durable this bike is as compared to Brompton which is known to last for decades, and also how good is the after sales service.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

I think the Gocycle product and customer service is great, from what owners and shops have said. I haven’t looked at the electric Brompton yet, but I’d love to at some point! First glance, the design doesn’t seem as refined, powerful, or comfortable, but light and cheap is good!

@ThyKingz 2 жыл бұрын

How do I get one for free

@davidmayle6103 2 жыл бұрын

5k! Now your into electric motorcycle, used car prices.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

That’s true, but it can be really fun to ride a nice bicycle on a path away from cars. I used to commute to work by bike in Austin and wished I had got a nicer bike after a while. I spent a bunch upgrading it, so I can see why someone would start out with a Gocycle, especially with public transit or if there are planes and boats in your life :)

@gingerdude94 2 жыл бұрын

It's a flex thing

@duflyingdutchssswest-fries4941 2 жыл бұрын

5000 dollars !? 🤔

@johnpeter4184 2 жыл бұрын

Only $5k?? I'll take all three colors to go.

@2NDFLB-CLERK 2 жыл бұрын

▪ Back brake light sold separately . I guess paying 5⁰⁰⁰ isn't enough for them to have it in the original package. 🟥

@OM-sb2bd 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of haters on here. Yes, 5k. You’re paying for unique engineering and quality components. 38 pound fold-up with a throttle, quiet motor, that can fit in the backseat of pretty much any car. Yep, there’s a market for that! When you dive deep into ebikes, and just regular bikes for that matter, 5k is by no means an outlier price wise for special, quality builds. How about a carbon framed non-e road bike with a fancy 2x9 and hidden suspension headset?…you can spend way more than 5k in a heartbeat. It’s all relative.

@2NDFLB-CLERK 2 жыл бұрын

@@OM-sb2bd ▪ It should be 4,750 dollars. I need that 250 for changing my cat box and stuff. 🟥

@Seafox0011 2 жыл бұрын

Re the price - its all the unique engineering that one is paying for. High net folk will be the target purchasers, a bit like buying a high-end Apple computer.

@christill 2 жыл бұрын

It doesn’t have to be that way though. Pretty much anyone who owns a second hand car to drive locally could buy something like this. Even the most expensive bikes aren’t reserved for the wealthy elite.

@goobfilmcast4239 2 жыл бұрын

Have you looked at the prices of Apple's current Mac M1 offerings....? The Price/Performance/Power Efficiency "curve" makes a new Apple Computer an excellent value for most buyers.....more so than this boutique e-bike

@christill 2 жыл бұрын

@@goobfilmcast4239 Talk about comparing apples and oranges. What a ridiculous comment.

@migks37 2 жыл бұрын

@@christill nice answer.

@hobanagerik Жыл бұрын

I’ve had two G3’s. They are fun bikes, but expensive, and not that fast.

@user-ih6jq1wy2x 2 жыл бұрын

@lagunajill 2 жыл бұрын

the bike has to be moving to use the throttle?! no on demand throttle from a stop? thats a complete dealbreaker. also the throttle on the left is just dumb.

@Ray_Entertainment 2 жыл бұрын

Dot display for 5k no way.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

That does rhyme!

@davedunham605 2 жыл бұрын

It gives you a very clean look across the handlebars. Imagine the display is built in to the handlebars. I've seen too many ebikes with displays that get cracked or broken when folding the bike and stowing it.

@MrJob91 2 жыл бұрын

Wow for that price id expect 2 bikes

@tennysonclothing5795 2 жыл бұрын

Three

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

Tree fiddy

@MrJob91 2 жыл бұрын

I converted both my bikes to electric for 750€

@ohiotalonss9098 2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking 4 bikes for that price.

@peterfernandezjr5914 2 жыл бұрын

@@ohiotalonss9098 you can buy 4 Lectric XP's for the whole family, or be selfish and buy one of these for yourself.

@1stoptech 2 жыл бұрын

Longest reviews with no real mileage test SMH

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

I hear ya, that’s such a subjective measurement and so time consuming that I couldn’t perform it fit every bike. If the tires are less inflated, the wind is blowing, or I am not given a fully charged bike or enough time to ride to empty then the results will be mixed. I decided not to do it, but provide as much data about the motor and battery as I could :)

@bobzealand5692 2 жыл бұрын

Why not just tell people what the ballpark mileage is between charges kinda looks like your hiding it on purpose

@davewatson2312 2 жыл бұрын

Electric bikes are expensive generally.5 grand is absolutely ridiculous.how can you in these times want so much money. well,it's British,a great product but will probably fall apart soon.people don't need carbon this and that.your price will be your downfall.as soon as someone can make something similar for probably less than half that price.game over...

@ariesjalisco1362 Жыл бұрын

Way overpriced though for only a 250w

@lewiskelly14 Жыл бұрын

There are so many flaws with this bike - do not buy

@thegroove2000 2 жыл бұрын

Absurdly over priced. Its like a get rich scheme.

@ElectricBikeReview 2 жыл бұрын

I had buyers remorse on my first low-priced ebike because I rode so much but it was loud and uncomfortable. Sometimes it’s worth spending more for useful things that will last and be comfortable :)

@davedunham605 2 жыл бұрын

Hey you either appreciate the technology behind it or you don't. In this bike you get what you pay for! When I get this bike I won't have to spend more money and upgrade.

@thegroove2000 2 жыл бұрын

@@davedunham605 I love the tech.