Popular Post mrelwood Posted August 18, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 18, 2020 Want to see a short and striking, well directed, high production valued in point review of the V11 in 4K 360° ?? Me too! But this is not it. By a looong shot. But I do consider it detailed. I will make many more videos on the V11, and plan to concentrate on an off-roady perspective, and how the V11 is, feels, and handles under a 105kg (230lbs) rider who's been riding the MSX a lot for the last two years. And of course comparisons to the S18 as well, without pulling any punches. I have shortened the footage quite a lot, but speaking in English is slow to me. Sorry about that. This one passes the 40 minute mark... 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying W Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 I am one going back and forth between this and an MSP. I agree about the low battery behavior, I'd rather it throttle like a normal wheel over having a 300 watt limit under 30% too. Aside from the but picks though this wheel sound truly next gen, not the incremental improvement we've seen over the years. I know if I ride one I'll have to have it, of I never ride one I'll be very happy with an MSP haha. Having you say you will never ride the msx again really does say all that needs to be said! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nils Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 I guess suspension really is all that huh? Anyway, nice review and appreciated hearing your thoughts. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mrelwood Posted August 23, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted August 23, 2020 I'm well aware that this is a very controversial video, but as I recap in the end, this is a message that has to be spread. S18 vs V11 (production versions): 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mrelwood Posted September 11, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 11, 2020 (edited) Here are all the videos I've made regarding the V11: And short clips: And an off-road night ride from the rider's perspective: Hitting a mountain bike downhill track (and other off-road sections) with the V11: https://forum.electricunicycle.org/topic/20762-guide-how-to-change-the-tiremotor-on-the-v11/ Edited November 19, 2020 by mrelwood 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillhart Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 That S18 vs V11 video is pretty harsh, lol. I was definitely hyped for the S18 over the V11 when they were both announced, but now that people have them both and are talking about them, and now that I have some real riding under my belt with the Nik, it seems like the V11 is definitely the better choice for me (even if the S18 didn't have all the problems it has). I still think the S18 has the better suspension (flaws in the initial design notwithstanding), but it seems like it's best for performance riding, which I don't do. A cushy Cadillac suspension, while it's like the worst thing ever (to me) in a car or motorcycle, seems like just what I want in an EUC. I've been thinking about getting a suspension wheel lately because there's a great trail near me but it's so bumpy from tree roots under the pavement that it's just exhausting to ride. I'm hoping the V11 will smooth a lot of that out. Also, it turns out that riding kinda hurts my knee. I'm not sure what that's about but @Unventor seems to be pretty happy with his V11 and his knee so yeah. I don't tend to ride far and I don't tend to ride fast so the limitations of the battery aren't an issue for me. I'm rambling, sorry. Anyways, thanks for the informative video. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrelwood Posted September 18, 2020 Author Share Posted September 18, 2020 On 9/12/2020 at 7:24 AM, Stillhart said: A cushy Cadillac suspension, while it's like the worst thing ever (to me) in a car or motorcycle, seems like just what I want in an EUC. Your can adjust the V11 suspension as stiff as you like. Less pressure in the negative chamber, more Cadillac. More pressure, more BMW. The main chamber pressure must of course follow a bit to achieve a proper riding height. For example, my Cadillac pressures are something like 140/30, and my BMW pressures are 165/85. Even my BMW pressures refer to a slightly older model though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mrelwood Posted September 18, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 18, 2020 I tried to equip my V11 with a Shinko SR244, a knobby trails tire, in 2.75-14. No go. The battery bulge towards the motor prevents rising the shell enough to clear the tire at the top. The SR244 is the largest 2.75-14 I’ve come across, so other 2.75-14 tires may still fit. To offer myself some consolation, I put on the ChaoYang H-666 I had as a backup. And what a consolation that turned out to be. My goodness how I LOVE this tire!!! Much more stable, almost immune to deep diagonal water grooves, more precise to steer, much more logical, and offers no negative surprises. In addition I can actually ride through mud puddles now, while on the C-1488 I had to tip-toe. And still slide around a bit. (The H-5102 on the S18 would just slide, period.) What a god damn shame they stopped manufacturing such a gem. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fbhb Posted September 19, 2020 Share Posted September 19, 2020 On 9/18/2020 at 10:21 PM, mrelwood said: What a god damn shame they stopped manufacturing such a gem. Yes, I totally agree with your statement/sentiments after trying desperately to track one down online! Only been able to find 16x3 for sale still, but absolutely No Chance of finding an 18x3 for love nor money!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrelwood Posted September 19, 2020 Author Share Posted September 19, 2020 Tec-toyz still lists one. Out of stock? https://tec-toyz.com/products/spare-tire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mrelwood Posted September 20, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 20, 2020 I haz new video: 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flying W Posted September 20, 2020 Share Posted September 20, 2020 Wheel looks awesome! It sounds solid even with the sound during top out. No rattles or anything. Great video! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EUCGUY Posted September 20, 2020 Share Posted September 20, 2020 3 hours ago, mrelwood said: I haz new video: Not gonna lie. that look is growing on me. suspension seems to work really good also. do you have any section of cobblestone to test on? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z3n Posted September 20, 2020 Share Posted September 20, 2020 On 9/18/2020 at 5:21 PM, mrelwood said: To offer myself some consolation, I put on the ChaoYang H-666 I had as a backup. And what a consolation that turned out to be. Very cool to know that! Do you have any rubbing noise using the H-666? This is a 2.5-18 one, right? I am wondering if anyone ever tried to go tubeless for their V11. Any good? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrelwood Posted September 20, 2020 Author Share Posted September 20, 2020 3 hours ago, z3n said: Very cool to know that! Do you have any rubbing noise using the H-666? Not at all, fits perfectly. 3 hours ago, z3n said: This is a 2.5-18 one, right? No, 18" x 3". Motorcycle sizes have the width first, and a comparable MC size is 2.75-14. More info here: https://forum.electricunicycle.org/topic/19313-tire-sizes-explained/ 3 hours ago, z3n said: I am wondering if anyone ever tried to go tubeless for their V11. Any good? I used my MSX as tubeless for a while. Not even nearly worth the trouble. 18" EUC rims (14" rim) do not make the seal very easily. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrelwood Posted October 11, 2020 Author Share Posted October 11, 2020 Autumn is officially here, and the H-666 started to be a bit outside it's element. I started installing the IRC NS-26 (winter tire for scooters), but since I was at it, I wanted to try whether my studded trails/trials/knobby CST C-186 fits, or if I'll have to figure out something else for the snow and ice in a few months. Result: CST C-186 (2.75 - 14) fits the V11 without any modifications! Since the Sherman knobby Kenda K262 looks identical to the C-186, I'm sure it will fit just as well. Since I'm not going to ride with studs any more than I have to, or start screwing out a hundred-something studs, I'll now swap in the IRC SN-26 (80/90-14). I just hope it will turn better than it did on the MSX. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn Bjerke Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 (edited) I thought a 3" tire would be perfect fit ? Im tild this is used also: I see there is one rider change V11 TIRE K66 80 / 80-14 - also the Tønsberg ppl in Norway use stud tires.... Oh yes... Edited October 11, 2020 by Finn Bjerke better more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn Bjerke Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 (edited) Why not call this group/ thread a "Northern perspective" We dont like Canadians, Russians or what it this about ? Tires is interesting for many folks outside the overcivilised Scandinavian sphere? Edited October 11, 2020 by Finn Bjerke better more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephen Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 27 minutes ago, Finn Bjerke said: I thought a 3" tire would be perfect fit ? Im tild this is used also: I see there is one rider change V11 TIRE K66 80 / 80-14 - also the Tønsberg ppl in Norway use stud tires.... Oh yes... Just get it slapped on and show us the result😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
null Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 (edited) 31 minutes ago, Finn Bjerke said: Why not call this group/ thread a "Northern perspective" We dont like Canadians, Russians or what it this about ? Tires is interesting for many folks outside the overcivilised Scandinavian sphere? I’m sure Russians and other Canadians will know that Scandinavian conditions may apply to them without feeling excluded. How you can make “from a Scandinavian perspective” into that we don’t like other people and don’t find them civilized is beyond me. Virtue signaling? Edited October 11, 2020 by null 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn Bjerke Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 1 minute ago, null said: I’m sure Russians and other Canadians will know that Scandinavian conditions may apply to them without feeling excluded. How you can make “from a Scandinavian perspective” into that we don’t like other people and don’t find them civilized is beyond me. Virtue signaling? 1. Find google 2. Google "irony" 3. I do love the scandinavian sanity but its of little relevanse for EUCs 4. I also dislike hypermasculine turfpissers a lot but its a personality trait I dislike probably not a cultural issue (google Big five NEO-Pir if interestred. Thx 4 comment mate. Im not sure I see the relevans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrelwood Posted October 11, 2020 Author Share Posted October 11, 2020 37 minutes ago, Finn Bjerke said: I thought a 3" tire would be perfect fit ? See here: 35 minutes ago, Finn Bjerke said: Why not call this group/ thread a "Northern perspective" This thread is about my personal perspective on the V11, so to convey actual information it should be bordered tighter still. I considered "Inmotion V11, perspective from the south-eastern part of the town next to the capital of Finland", but I was in a hurry to cook me some potatoes. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finn Bjerke Posted October 11, 2020 Share Posted October 11, 2020 There is a "tore forum" also.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altaire. Posted October 12, 2020 Share Posted October 12, 2020 Anybody making covers for this wheel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrelwood Posted November 19, 2020 Author Share Posted November 19, 2020 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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