FIIDO D2S 36V/7.8Ah 250W FOLDING ELECTRIC BIKE
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IIDO D2S FOLDING EBIKE DESCRIPTION
Fiido is known for designing some of the coolest and most affordable folding electric bikes on the market today, and the D2S is not exception. The D2S is a great bike for anyone with limited storage space, and is a favorite of RVers.
The Fiido D2S can be ridden like a regular bike, using the 6-speed Shimano gears while pedaling. And when you need a boost, there is a 3-level pedal assist system (PAS) that engages the 250W rear hub motor to give you extra pedal power. The Fiido D2S also features a right-side thumb throttle, so you can ride without the need for pedaling.
The D2S has 16″ tires and includes rear suspension, fenders, a bright LED headlight, and an electric horn for safety.
FIIDO D2S FOLDING EBIKE SPECIFICATIONS
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IIDO D2S FOLDING EBIKE DESCRIPTION
Fiido is known for designing some of the coolest and most affordable folding electric bikes on the market today, and the D2S is not exception. The D2S is a great bike for anyone with limited storage space, and is a favorite of RVers.
The Fiido D2S can be ridden like a regular bike, using the 6-speed Shimano gears while pedaling. And when you need a boost, there is a 3-level pedal assist system (PAS) that engages the 250W rear hub motor to give you extra pedal power. The Fiido D2S also features a right-side thumb throttle, so you can ride without the need for pedaling.
The D2S has 16″ tires and includes rear suspension, fenders, a bright LED headlight, and an electric horn for safety.
FIIDO D2S FOLDING EBIKE SPECIFICATIONS
Order Confirmation:As soon as you place your order, you will receive an order confirmation e-mail. This means that we have received your order in our system and pre-authorized your credit card for the purchase. As soon as we receive your order, we automatically reach out to our suppliers to prepare your shipment.
Order Shipment:we process the charges to your credit card, it will ship within 3-14 business days from the date of your order. We will send you tracking information within 24 hours of your order leaving the warehouse to the e-mail addressyou provided when checking out. If you do not receive tracking information from us within six business days of your order, feel free to follow up with us at hello@bicycletale.com
Price Match We work really hard to ensure that we offer the absolute best online, that is why with Bicycle Tale you would not even have to pay the sales tax on every product, it is 100% on us. If you find another online store that offers a lower price than us within six months of your purchase date please let us know and we will refund your original payment for the difference. We want you to feel confident that you are getting the absolute best price for the product you are ordering. If you find that our own website has a lower price for the same item you have ordered within six months of your purchase date will refund the difference as well.To request your partial refund simply e-mail us a link to the same product on our website, or on our competitors website within six months from the date of your order and we will process the credit accordingly.Our 100% Price Guarantee has some limitations: You must purchase the item from our website before requesting your Price Match Guarantee Promotions such as rebates and buy one, get one free offers are not eligible The item must be in stock on the competitors website The competitor must be an online store, they may not have a retail location The website can not be a discounter or auction website (ie; eBay, overstock, etc. ) The competitor must be an Authorized Retailer of the product in question The Price Match Guarantee includes the item price and the shipping charges, it excludes sales tax
Fiido L3 e-bike review: Comfortable city commuting for a week on a single charge
The small size of the Fiido L3 Long Range Electric Bike may cause you to look away, but if you want something fun that’ll propel you quickly to work and back and can go a week without charging, you should consider this just-under-1,000 folding e-bike.
Fiido L3 Long Range Electric Bike
pros and cons
- Solid, high-quality fit and finish
- Folds to fit in a trunk or closet
- Very long battery life
- Extremely comfortable saddle
- Lights, fenders, and a cargo rack
When the folks at Fiido first reached out to me about reviewing the L3 e-bike, I chuckled and thought there was no way a small-wheel folding bike would be functional for my daily commute. But similar to how GPS sports watches last for weeks rather than hours like a smartwatch, the Fiido L3 Long Range Electric Bike was designed for you to ride with no battery anxiety. The same thing can’t be said about similarly sized e-bikes.
Combined with the most comfortable bike seat I have ever tested, it’s a blast to cruise along at about 15 mph on the Fiido L3.
Given the physics of the design, a single-speed, small-wheel bike is not going to go very fast while just pedaling, and as you can see in my video review there is a limit to how fast one can pedal up hills.
The L3 is more of an electric scooter that you sit on, and when you approach it as something that is used the majority of the time in full-throttle mode then you will find it is one of the most comfortable and fun bikes you can ride around a city.
While full-throttle mode is generally the preferred way to ride the bike, I forgot the key one day so used it for my commute in off mode. I found the bike functions perfectly well for scooting around flat streets with the battery off, and if you want to save some weight you can actually remove the battery and ride the bike with no battery installed.
There are a few elements to unfold to get the bike ready to ride. Fiido also considered how the bike sits in the folded condition, with a dedicated metal stand on the bottom that the folded bike rests on. Starting from folded, to get the bike ready to ride you do the following:
- Unfold the main frame: Swing the front half of the bike forward and align the main frame. Flip over the metal locking mechanism and slide down the frame lock near the center of the bike.
- Front stem: Swing up the front stem with the handlebar assembly and lock it into place. Slide the handlebar up and lock this quick release in place.
- Handlebar: Rotate the handlebar to the angle you prefer and then lock in this latch. You can set this and keep this locked in place for future rides.
- Slide up the seat post: Release the quick lock clamp and raise the seat up to a level that matches your height.
- Flip down the pedals: The pedals fold in half to make the bike take up less space when stowed away, so make sure to flip these down and into place before riding.
Bright front and rear lights, a rear cargo rack, front and rear fenders, a small kickstand, and the tire chain are all installed and ready to go right out of the box. The color looks professional and stylish while the welds, metal, and every aspect of the bike are well-constructed and rock-solid. All folding elements lock securely into place and remain firm at maximum bike speeds.
Performance
The defining element of the Fiido L3 is clearly the massive 1,113-Wh 48V battery that is nearly twice the capacity most electric bikes carry. Fiido did a great job of positioning the battery in the center of the bike below the seat so the bike remains well-balanced, even with such a massive battery. The comfortable saddle has a release lever that allows you to lift up the back of the seat so that you can remove and insert the battery without removing the entire seat post.
The battery is rated to propel a 165-pound rider for 80 miles in throttle mode or 120 miles with pedal assist 1. I am a 245-pound rider, so the range will be less than this. Given my typical bike commute of about 8 miles a day, I can go all week between charges. Being able to charge up a commuter bike on the weekends without ever thinking about the battery in between is a pretty compelling argument for the Fiido L3.
Despite the very small wheels of the Fiido L3 and my height of 6 feet, 1 inch, I find the seat post and handlebars rise up to a very comfortable riding position. Combined with the most comfortable bike seat I have ever tested, it’s a blast to cruise along at about 15 mph on the Fiido L3. Even with the handlebars and seat post raised for my height, the bike feels stable and does not wobble, shimmy, or shake at all.
While the battery will propel you for an extended distance, the bike also rides very well with the power off, so you never have to leave it behind or walk it miles to the next charger. Braking was fantastic and the bike stops on a dime, which is helpful for city riding where drivers tend to turn in front of you without warning far too often.
Bottom line
There are many folding bike alternatives available today and it is clear that Fiido is focused on providing an e-bike with a battery large enough that you don’t have to think about charging for your typical week of commuting. It is also one of the most comfortable and enjoyable rides available on an e-bike.
Thankfully, I haven’t had a flat or any failure on the bike, but I do wonder how challenging it will be to change out a flat tire with such small wheels. On electric scooters I have tested before, removing small tires was extremely challenging.
While I don’t have to worry about space for storing bikes in my house, I appreciate folding bikes since I only own small, older sedans and being able to place a folding bike in a trunk and take it to a location for riding is a wonderful benefit. Be aware that the handlebars swing around a bit in the folded condition, as there is no clamping mechanism or holdback to keep things tight when the bike is folded up.
I looked like a circus clown trying to pedal fast up steep hills and didn’t make much speed due to the physics of the design. I was able to conquer hills with the 350W motor, though, and with my legs keeping me going at a fairly steady pace. This is not a bike designed to help you challenge hill country on a regular basis, but if you have a fairly flat commute you can trust that the Fiido L3 will get you there quickly for miles on end without worrying at all about charging.
Alternatives to consider
If you want an e-bike that you rarely have to charge and one that you rarely have to pedal, then the Fiido L3 is a great option. There are plenty of other folding options to consider too.
Review: Powering through commutes on the funtastic Fiido X folding ebike
In July of last year, e-mobility company Fiido launched an Indiegogo crowdfunder for a funky folding ebike. The campaign was successful but the global pandemic extended original shipping estimates. Backers are now riding out on the Fiido X though and we were sent one to try out.
At a glance
Update April 13: After investigating reports of a serious frame fault, Fiido has issued a recall notice to all existing owners. Full details at the end of this review.
Shenzhen’s Fiido first dipped its toes into crowdfunding waters in 2020 with the D11 folding ebike, which featured an eye-catching mid-step frame, a seat-post battery with a 100 km (62 miles) of per-charge range and a 250-W rear-hub motor for pedal assist up to 25 km/h (15.5 mph).
The company seemed to have landed on a winning formula, attracting pledge money from more than a thousand backers and raising over HKD 8 million. COVID-19 extended original delivery estimates into the following year, but by April all backers had been shipped their new rides.
Meanwhile, the project team had listened to feedback and tweaked the design for a new improved model called the Fiido X, which launched on Indiegogo in July 2021.
The new electric folder rocked a similar shape to the D11 but came with smoother lines, a new folding mechanism, reworked seat-post battery and a novel keypad Smart lock for security.
Yet again Fiido struck crowdfunding gold, attracting nearly 1,500 backers and over HKD 12 million. And also again, COVID-19 wreaked supply-chain havoc on original delivery estimates, with US ebikes all being sent out by February this year but shipping still underway for backers in other regions.
On yer bike, mister
And that pretty much brings us up to speed. Our EU model review ebike arrived virtually fully assembled, with only the seat-post battery to pop down the enlarged seat-post tube of the frame and the handlebar to lock into position.
The chunky seat-post battery is not connected to the ebike’s electronics via a cable like with the D11, but rocks nifty power rails that run the length of the battery for a stealthier look. As before though, the battery module does protrude from the bottom of the frame for riders short or tall.
This had us wondering about potential impact damage for low riders (such as from sidewalk curbs or uneven terrain for those heading off the beaten track), but Fiido told us that the metal outer housing should offer sufficient protection and we didn’t have any impact issues during our review.
It’s recommended that the battery is fully charged before heading out for the first time, and it can be juiced up in the bike or pulled out and charged indoors while the X rests up in the garage or office storeroom. Removing the battery involves typing a passcode into the keypad – so you have to remember a numerical password rather than use a physical key – and then selecting unlock.
But I initially had a problem here, the battery taunted me with the prospect of full release, but the seat-post tube then stubbornly refused to let go. There was no mention of such things in the user manual, but happily a helpful Indiegogo backer had also experienced the same problem and shared the solution on the discussion section of the crowdfunding page – which was to power on the X’s seat-post battery and leave it to trickle some juice into the keypad’s own small battery for a few hours.
Fold and roll
The ebike features a sweet folding mechanism that hides much of the workings inside the magnesium alloy frame, and collapses down in four steps to 794 x 350 x 803 mm (31.2 x 13.7 x 31.6 in) – first the handlebar, then seat-post battery, pedals and frame – and takes just a few seconds.
Small metal plates at the axle of each wheel are magnetically attracted to each other, though a guiding hand on the frame helps the ebike keep it together in a push, using the seat as a handle. The X tips the scales at 19.8 kg (43.6 lb), which isn’t the lightest folding ebike available but shouldn’t present too many problems for the quick heft into the trunk of the car or up onto the train from the platform.
When unfolded to 1,490 x 580 x 1,020 mm (58.6 x 22.8 x 40.1 in), the ebike supports rider heights between 1.55 to 2 m (5. 6.5 ft) – handlebar height is not adjustable, but seat height is – and has a maximum hauling capacity of 120 kg (264.5 lb).
The chain-drive Fiido X can serve as a regular old folding bike when not powered on, rocking a Shimano MF-TZ500 7-speed derailleur with S-Ride handlebar shifter, Radius hydraulic disc brakes with a 160-mm rotor to the front and 140 mm at the back, 20-inch wheels wrapped in CST 20×1.95-inch tires, a dinky little mechanical bell and the option to install the included fenders or leave ’em off for a sportier look.
But why struggle when the Fiido X offers up a 250-W brushless geared hub motor with a reported peak output of 270 W (a 350-W motor is installed on the US version of the ebike), a 417.6-Wh battery and torque sensor to help out?
On the road
European versions of the Fiido X have a top pedal-assist speed of 25 km/h, while US riders get help from the motor up to 32 km/h (19.2 mph). After powering on the seat-post battery, the same password is used to activate the ebike’s electrical system that’s used for unlocking the battery from the frame.
A bright, daylight-readable handlebar display shows battery charge level, speed, motor assist level and an icon appears if the integrated front and rear LED lights are on. A button on the left powers off the ebike or the lights, while another sequentially moves through the three available pedal-assist levels. There’s also a USB charging port for topping up a mobile device using the ebike’s battery.
As mentioned above, it’s possible to power off the pedal assist and related systems via this display, to try and extend battery life by using the X as a regular folding bike for example, but you’ll need to dismount, enter the passcode and push the appropriate button on the keypad to power the ebike back on – which can be somewhat inconvenient.
When on the road, the Fiido X will beep when the pedal-assist speed reaches 15 km/h (9.3 mph), which the company opted to make a default setting as this is a legal requirement in some of the countries that the ebike is shipped to. This can be disabled easily if it proves annoying, and it probably will. Another regulatory oddity sees the display only showing speeds up to 25 km/h by default, and not above.
For folks in countries using Imperial units, you’ll have to do some mental conversions while riding as there’s currently no way to change the display from the km/h default, though Fiido told us that such a feature will be included for the next generation of the display module, along with an odometer.
Riders will still need to put in some effort
That this is a folding ebike means commuters can ride it to the transport hub, collapse it down and step aboard the train or bus and then unfold it and pedal the last mile to work, and not necessarily arrive as a steaming wreck in need of an invigorating shower.
In the lowest pedal-assist setting and with fairly flat terrain, riders could theoretically get up to 130 km (80 miles) of range per charge. During our time on the road we managed somewhere between 60 and 90 km (37. 55 miles) of mixed power level riding on flats and inclines before needing leave the battery on charge overnight, which should be more than enough for most daily commutes.
The highest assist level will help flatten inclines of up to 25 percent, after which you’ll need to ride in a low mechanical gear and pump your legs. The area in the UK where I live has lots and lots of hills, so the assist on some of the more moderate climbs was most welcome but I was left abandoned by the motor and out of breath on the numerous more demanding slopes.
Conversation starter
I had a number of interesting conversations about ebiking in general and the Fiido X in particular as I rode around and parked up for photo ops, with almost everyone commenting positively on its cool, clean, no-fuss vibe and clever tech.
A few cyclists did bring up the old “it’s cheating” chestnut, but I can confirm that after an hour or two of motor-assisted riding I felt that my heart and lungs had been treated to a decent enough workout and my legs were certainly telling me that they’d not been idling by. The assistance certainly made for an easier ride, and one where the fun factor was dialed up a notch or two, but I was also staying on the road for longer so can see why the science suggests that ebikes might be just as good as regular bikes for keeping fit.
If you remain seated for the whole of your ebiking journey though, you will feel every bump and every pot-hole shake your bones as there is no suspension here, but that’s true of many regular folding bikes.
The ebike benefits from IP54 waterproofing, which should be good for riding to work in light rain but is not fully protected from dust particles – with Fiido confirming “we don’t suggest you ride it in a heavy rainy day or in the swimming pool.” It also comes with integrated front and rear LED lighting, but these will only shine when in powered mode. If you want to ride after dark or be more visible in daytime traffic while using the X as a standard bike, you’ll can’t (unless you add your own hardware).
The bottom line
I had a lot of fun riding the Fiido X. Sure, the ebike comes with a few niggles and oddities, but the build quality feels like it will last a good long while and there’s also a bunch of clever tech included that engages the inner nerd while also being practically useful.
I did find myself being quite envious of US riders who benefit from more powerful motors to roll with (not to mention those who can throttle along without any leg effort at all), but the combination of seven mechanical gears and the 250-W Aikema hub motor on our EU review model was still most welcome. And bonus points for the inclusion of a torque sensor rather than a cadence sensor, with the ebike responding instantly to my input at the pedals.
It’s not the lightest ebike on the market, but the new folding mechanism works well and you can roll it along on its two wheels when collapsed down.
Though very subjective, I also found the X to be a good looking ride and I certainly wasn’t alone here. The ebike proved to be quite a talking point while out and about, and something of a head-turner (I don’t think folks were looking at boring old me).
The Fiido X is now available via the company’s online store, and is an easy recommend for last-mile commutes. It’s priced in US dollars, with real-time currency conversion in play for EU buyers and beyond. The list price for either the EU or US model is US1,799, though the company is currently running a promotion that knocks 200 off. That makes this folding ebike a good deal cheaper than a GoCycle or Helix but more expensive than the RadExpand 5 from Rad Power Bikes.
Update April 13: Fiido received a report of a serious frame fault on April 3, and subsequently tested and confirmed the fault in the lab. The company stopped selling new models and advised existing owners to stop riding their Fiido X ebikes immediately.
Now a product recall notice has been issued, where existing owners are contacted by email and given the option to wait a short while for new improved frames to be manufactured and replacement Fiido X ebikes sent out, or choose to replace their ride with another Fiido model of the same value.
Those who decide to wait for the V2 version of the Fiido X will also benefit from a number of upgrades to the product, some of which address minor niggles mentioned in this review – including introducing a no assist level for the pedal assist system (which could help extend battery life while also allowing for integrated lighting to be activated while using the ebike as a normal unpowered bike), the display will now have the option to show speed in mph or km/h, the keypad has been updated, and the ebike gains a full Shimano transmission.
The first Fiido X V2 models are expected to ship from the end of June.
“Although this recall will let Fiido face an unprecedented financial crisis, responsibility and credibility are more important to us,” the company told us. “Fortunately, our missteps haven’t caused anything more serious. Fiido hopes to regain everyone’s faith with our honesty and responsible attitude.”
FIIDO X — WORLD’S FIRST FOLDING ELECTRIC BIKE WITH BUILT-IN BATTERY SEAT POLE
designed to fold into a compact form, foldable bikes are a versatile option that facilitate transport and storage. they fold to fit in a cupboard, alongside you on a train, in the truck of a car, or just under a desk at work. aiming to revolutionize a sector that continues to gain attention, chinese bike manufacturer fiido has unveiled the fiido x — the world’s first folding electric bike with a built-in seat pole that transmits battery power without exposed wires.
equipped with a 417.6Wh ternary lithium battery, the fiido x has a range of more than 130km and a max speed of 25km/h (15.5mp)
it takes just 10 seconds to fold the fiido X
THE FRAME WEIGHTS ONLY 3 KILOGRAMS, MAKING IT EXTREMELY LIGHT AND PORTABLE
after the launch of the fiido D11 urban, fiido presents their latest design aesthetic style with a sense of futuristic technology. the frame line is smooth and simple, boasting a nebula blue color that creates a unique electric bicycle. made of magnesium alloy, the frame weights only 3 kilograms, making it extremely light and portable.
the folding structure has been cleverly hidden. to achieve this, the company has used an original mechanism that optimizes the folding. fiido claims it takes just 10 seconds to completely fold the fiido X. the folded volume is less than 0.15 cubic meters and the 20-inch tire creates balance between the riding experience and its portability
the 417.6Wh ternary lithium battery gives the fiido x a 130km range
THE BATTERY CAN BE FOUND INSIDE THE SEAT POLE
to charge the bike, users simply need to remove the seat post — where the battery can be found. the mechanism also serves to adjust the seat height. the bike is also waterproof and has an integrated Smart lock which can handle all kinds of weather. a 40N/m high torque motor makes it also ideal for off-road riding.
fiido X is currently seeking funding on indiegogo where it has achieved 11122% of its goal.
the folded volume is less than 0.15 cubic meters
20-inch tires create balance between riding experience and portability
incorporated waterproof digital lock
project info:
type: foldable electric bike
crowdfunding: here