Rear hub motors are tricky for changing flats, but this one is tougher than typical requiring 3 different tools just to get the rear wheel off
design and comfort
The E-Scout Pro comes with a hydraulic front fork, but more crucial to smoothing the ride on this bike is the 4″ wide fat tires. The cockpit has a thumb throttle, ergonomic lock-on grips, your pedal assist module and a beautiful color display. I tested each of these e-bikes on a 19% downhill coast test and at 40 mph (64 kmh) this 82 lb. bike felt super stable.
motor power
The E-Scout Pro has a 750 watt rear hub motor capable of carrying you out to the woods at up to 28 miles per hour with 5 different pedal assist levels. This bike did great on my standard 19% grade hill climb test.
lighting & safety
The E-Scout Pro has a built in tail light that also works as a brake light. It also has a front headlight for those early mornings… and late nights.
brakes & tires
This bike comes equipped with Kenda Krusade tires on 26 inch wheels. These tires are a beefy 4 inches wide making them able to tackle most any terrain you can find out in your favorite hunting grounds. The bike has Logan hydraulic disc brakes and 180mm rotors.
Drivetrain
The E-Scout Pro has a 7-speed drivetrain with Shimano shifters.
battery and options
Young claims the E-Scout Pro will take you up to 80 miles on a single charge. This 20Ah LG cell battery is stored in the downtube and is fully removable. They claim a 6 hour charge time with the provided 3A 48V charger. The battery can be charged while installed or separate from the bike.
accessories
This bike came with fenders and a rear rack. The rack is rated to hold 55 lbs. (25 kg) of gear, so you can feel confident carrying all of your stuff out to your hunting site. The bike itself is rated up to 330 lbs (150kg) of rider weight.
conclusion
Overall, I really like this bike. If you want to pick one of these up for yourself, I would really appreciate if you used my links. It doesn’t cost you any extra and it really helps out my channel. https://youngelectricbikes.com/discount/MikePro-freelock
If you’ve followed my channel, you know I’ve already reviewed the T6, T7, and T8 (click for my Polygon Playlist), as well as filmed some upgrade videos for those looking for a budget build. This Siskiu T9 feels familiar, and yet totally different at the same time. At this $2,700 price point, it competes well against its own siblings even for the budget conscious. As for similarly spec’d bikes? It blows the competition away.
frame and general specs
The frame is the same across all the Siskiu T models. The changes start coming with the level of components spec’d on each bike. The rear triangle is attached by a Single Pivot rear suspension. The seat tube angle is 77 degrees and the head tube angle is 65 degrees. All these elements make this bike feel super stable on downhills and quit comfortable and efficient on climbs. All models come with 780mm bars and a 35mm stem. This Siskiu T9 comes with a TranzX dropper post (150mm on the S-M & 170mm on the L-XL).
drivetrain
The Siskiu T9 comes with a 1×12 drivetrain. Shifters, rear derailleur, crank arms, and 32T chainring are all Shimano Deore XT. The cassette is a 10-51 Shimano Deore M6100. The chain is a KMC chain. The rear derailleur does have a clutch built in to give you that super quiet ride. If you want a full Shimano drivetrain, you just have to swap out the chain. That said, I’ve been riding KMC chains on a lot of the bikes that I’ve reviewed over the last year, and I don’t have any complaints.
brakes
This bike is sporting my favorite brake brand from this last year – TRP. This bike has TRP DHR EVO 4-piston hydraulic brakes and 180mm rotors. These are probably the best brakes I have ever used – even better than my 4-piston Shimano brakes on my emtb. The reach, lever pull, adjustability, and stopping power are just phenomenal.
Suspension
The front fork is a FOX 36 Performance Elite and the rear shock is a FOX Float X Performance. Now, let me be brutally honest for a second. This is the most high end setup that I have ever ridden, and all of the different adjustment possibilities on the front fork can add a lot of complication. I took the time to go to FOX’s website to read about the proper setup and it was so helpful. I dialed everything in prior to my trip to Bentonville and it rode buttery smooth. Travel on the front is 140mm and the rear is 135mm, and that’s the same across the whole Siskiu line.
tires
The Siskiu T9 comes tubeless ready, you just need to purchase some tubeless valves and sealant. My Siskiu T9 came with Maxxis 2.6″ wide and they sealed up super fast. With these 2.6″ tires, I’ve noticed som rubbing on the rear seat stay. If I kept this bike longterm, I’d probably get some less aggressive tires.
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I have been looking for a single bike rack for a few years now. I’ve been using a Kuat Huck tailgate pad for about a year and a half, and it’s worked great. It will hold up to five bikes, and costs less than $400.
Lately
I’ve been reviewing a lot of e-bikes on my channel and more specifically, fat tire e-bikes. Some of these fat tire e-bikes can weigh up to 90 pounds. That’s a lot to lift up over a tailgate pad. Also, the vast majority of the time when I ride, even if I’m riding with other people, I’m leaving from my house solo. So, a solo bike rack is perfect for me.
Kuat Piston SR build
This rack was originally designed as a roof rack, but there is a hitch mount that can be purchased to make this a single bike rack. The tray just bolts on to the hitch mount with four bolts. One lever press opens the mounting arms and reveals the Kashima coated pistons. This one-handed action is what sets this rack apart from the competition, and that simplicity carries over to the wheel size selection which is one-handed and requires zero tools.
Rack Ratings
Trough holds up to a 5-inch (127mm) wide tire
Rack arms will handle up to a 53-inch (134.6cm) wheelbase
Will hold a wheel anywhere from 29er (700c) down to a 20″
100 lbs (45.3 kg) max weight when attached properly to a vehicle
***RV Certified*** max weight 67 lbs (30.4 kg)
E-bike Ramp
Requires the removal of one of the piston arm bump stops (7mm hex). Rack arm will fold down out of the way. Ramp is adjustable in length and tightens with thumb screws. Hooks on to the end of the rack to allow easy roll-up of heavy bikes, or simpler loading for the disabled community of riders.
pros
Sits really close to the bumper while still having clearance for pedals and handlebars
Integrated braided cable lock
Hitch lock with dust cover
Hitch stabilization expander makes the rack feel like it is one with your vehicle
Tested the rack with two flat tires and the bike stays put
Cons
Premium price ($657)
Single bike rack is super niche – but Kuat offers models from one bike up to four bike setups
The e-bike ramp – I’m glad it exists, but it could be done better.
In Conclusion
This Kuat rack is super stable and super premium. This particular single rack is not for everyone, but it is my ideal setup. I still have the tailgate pad when I need to haul multiple bikes, but having a single rack that is super compact and easy to load and unload is really nice to have. I’m a big believer that the easier you make it to do things, the more likely you are to do those things. So, hopefully a well-made, easy to use rack gets you to the trails more frequently. Again, I’d really appreciate it if you watched the embedded video review above and please go check out the Kuat products using my affiliate link. https://alnk.to/bPcwgiC
In this review, I take a look at the Polygon Siskiu T6. This is a super budget friendly full suspension mountain bike available for only $1,299 at https://bikesonline-usa.sjv.io/LXdaAo The Polygon Siskiu T6 is the entry level bike in the T series. I’ve also reviewed the T7 and T8. Follow the links if you want to see those reviews.
Suspension
The T6 is equipped with a 140mm Rock Shox Silver front fork. It is tried and true and a great entry level air fork. We get 135mm of travel in the rear from an X Fusion shock which also has rebound adjustment.
Drivetrain
On to another tried and true piece of equipment. The T6 is sporting a full Shimano Deore 1×10 drivetrain, and the rear derailleur has a clutch for that ultra quiet ride. Of course, the 10 speed cassette can be limiting on climbs.
Tires and Wheels
Tires are from VeeTire Co. They’re 2.5 inches wide and tubeless ready. The rims boast a 35mm internal width and are also tubeless ready. The wheels are the same as what comes on the T7 and T8. So, all you’ll need are tubeless valves and some sealant to instantly drop 1 – 1.5 pounds (2.2 – 3.3 kg) on your new ride.
BRAKES
Shimano MT-201 supplies your stopping power which is probably the most widely used mtb setup on the market right now. I’ve used it across several different bikes on this channel over the last few years and it has never failed me once. The rotors are 180mm on the front and rear, and it comes stock with resin pads.
Dropper Post
The size large bike that I’m riding comes with a TranzX 170mm dropper. As was the case with the wheels, this is the same equipment they’re using all the way up to the T8. You usually don’t see droppers at this price point, and while I like the post… the lever is just okay.
FInal Thoughts
The frame on the T6 is the same as the T7 and T8. The big differences are the overall quality of parts between the models and the step from a 10 speed drivetrain on the T6 to a 12 speed drivetrain on the T7 and T8.
This bike is not future proof (no bike is) because it doesn’t have the UDH that SRAM developed, so you won’t be able to put SRAM transmission on it. That said, the setup on this bike is the industry standard, and you can walk into any bike shop for replacement parts or upgrades. This bike is extremely upgradeable… as you start to wear out parts you can buy better parts and even fully upgrade the drivetrain from a 1×10 to a 1×12. So, if it’s a small initial investment you seek, with the ability to improve later, this might be your answer.
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Let’s take a look at this Mullet style Cargo E-bike that could be great for getting groceries from either just down the street or from the back woods.
Pros
Lot of options on motor/battery size
Size of the rear rack
Hit the claimed top speed in pedal assist 5
Cons
Kick stand is massive allowing front tire to swing freely
Love/hate the mullet tires (26″ & 20″)
Overall size – long & heavy
Long charge time
Cargo Capabilities
The Yoto Lion can haul up to 400 lbs. of groceries, game, or people! I did not fully load it down in my video, but this bike had no problems climbing up my 19% grade hill test. I’d say it’s got plenty of power in the 750 watt version.
Design and Comfort
The Yoto Lion is designed with a 26 inch wheel in the front and a 20 inch wheel in the back. The larger wheel up front helps with handling and rolling over obstacles on a trail while the smaller back wheel helps with the height at which you need to carry cargo and lowers the center of gravity. The lower center of gravity helps with stability.
The cockpit boasts a full color display, controls for the pedal assist levels, turn signals, a horn, and your throttle. The throttle is a twist throttle instead of the thumb throttle that you see on some e-bikes.
Motor Power
There are two different motor options when you order. You can get a 500 watt or a 750 watt motor. Both are rear hub motors. If you intend to use this as a flatland, short-distance grocery-getter, then the 500 watt motor might be sufficient, but this bike is heavy and can haul 400 lbs. So, for an extra $200, I recommend the larger motor which is what I tested. The 750 watt motor did great on my 19% hill climb test.
Lighting and Safety
The Yoto Lion has a head light and tail light wired in to the 48V system as well as turn signals. I also like that the pedal assist levels have speed limits programmed into them.
Brakes and Tires
Tires are 4 inches wide. Wheels are 26 inches up front and 20 inches in the rear, requiring two sizes of tubes.
The brakes are hydraulic and made by Simaers. I’ve had these brakes on other bikes. They work relatively well, but I cannot vouch for longevity as I’ve never done a long-term review.
Shimano Drivetrain
Shimano Tourney 7-speed drivetrain and rear derailleur. This is a name brand model that can be found in bike shops all over the country. Yoto included a chain tensioner which is great given how long the chain is on this longer cargo bike.
Battery and Options
Both the 500 watt and 750 watt versions come with a 20 Ah battery in the downtube and you can add an optional 10 Ah battery that goes behind the seat post. Now, if both batteries are drained it takes about 15 hours to fully charge both with the single 2.0 amp charger provided in the box.
Accessories
The Yoto Lion comes with a large rear seat pad and foot boards. Additional accessories include a front rack or basket, a rear basket, and kids seats.
Conclusion
This is a really big bike. It’s over 77″ long and it’s really heavy, but I think it has its niche. As I stated in my video review, this bike might be perfect for a back woods hunter or a suburban family trying to ditch a vehicle. This bike is well-suited to haul two kids with available accessories or up to 400 lbs. of whatever cargo you can throw at it. This is a whole lot of flexibility for the money.
I think SRAM & Shimano should be keeping an eye on the competition
A bit of intro: If you’ve been following my channel for a little while, you know that I got a Marin Gestalt X10 gravel bike in 2023, and I absolutely love that bike. The major flaw with the bike, in my opinion, is the brakes. The bike came stock with a Microshift Advent X setup and the shifting has been great, but the mechanical Tektro calipers combined with the leverage pull on the Advent X hoods is just not enough stopping power when you’re in some rowdier sections. It does appear that Microshift are attempting to remedy this, but I just want to get away from mechanical disc brakes on my gravel rig altogether.
So, I’m taking a chance on a company you might not have ever heard of called L-TWOO. I purchased this kit on AliExpress. It’s a 1×12 setup and came with two levers, a rear derailleur, and a front and rear hydraulic brake caliper with enough hose to reach both locations.
Shift Levers
Since this is a 1x setup, the left lever is only going to be used for braking. The right lever will shift the rear derailleur up and down as well as apply brakes. On the groupset I purchased, the levers are made of carbon but you can also get an aluminum version. The hoods seem to be nice and tall, which I think will give me a little more confidence when riding in that hand position. The shift cable it came with has a lubricated coating to make it slide better in the cable housing.
Rear Derailleur
This is a 12-speed derailleur with an adjustable clutch. The cage on this is carbon fiber to help us save a little more weight. I’m loving the black and gold accents on this groupset.
Brake Calipers
I think these calipers look great. They are continuing the pattern of gloss black with gold accents, and as I mentioned before the hoses are already installed. The “egg roll” brake pads that come installed on these calipers are L-TWOO branded and the rolled fins are claimed to be better at dispersing heat that Shimano’s brake pads with fins.
So, What do I think?
These hoods and levers are really comfortable and ergonomic. The thumb shifter is positioned well and feels really intuitive. You can dump up to three gears at a time on the down shift. There is zero flex in these carbon shifters. They feel really stiff and I’m loving that.
The move from mechanical to hydraulic brakes in this system are giving me the exact outcome I was after. The amount of pulled required before the brakes start to engage is very minimal. I’m so glad I made this switch, especially for the money.
The rear derailleur has performed surprisingly well considering I paired it with a BG Sports cassette. I’ve not been a big fan of BG Sports cassettes in the past because they tend to not have the best shift timing, but with this specific set up it has seemed to work pretty well. The cassette will likely be my next upgrade… I’d like to try out an ultralight cassette from AliExpress. Shifting aside, I’ve really enjoyed having the built-in clutch that comes on this rear derailleur; It has made for a really quiet ride.
That’s it for now. I’m really excited to see how this group handles a full season of gravel riding adventures and see if it holds up. I paid way less for this than the equivalent Shimano or SRAM setup, and I’m really excited to see if it holds up or if it’s too good to be true. If you’d like to get your own, I’d really appreciate it if you use my link. It really helps my channel and you don’t pay any extra. Also, please check out the video at the top of this page, and if you’re not already a subscriber – hit the subscribe button if you think I’ve earned it. https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFp3Ql3&v=KrdFJUJG9ac
First, a little backstory. Fidlock is a company that takes products we’re used to (bottle cages, phone cases, bags) and makes you think about them differently. They use magnets in a way that is clever, and ultimately, intuitive. The first place I heard of Fidlock was on their unique bottle mounts. They did away with the cage and used a pretty inconspicuous mount to hold their custom fit bottles. The bottle *clicks* in to the magnets and then twists out of the mount.
Straight down – twist out. Simple enough.
The problem was replacing all the bottles the average cyclist already owns and opting for their proprietary bottles. Never fear! They have a universal bottle attachment that is rated to hold 1,000 grams. It comes with Boa straps, which most of us are familiar with on shoes and saddle bags, and… I have an even better use for it.
The MagicShine battery on the Monteer 12,000 weighs 900 grams. Most of the batteries for their other lights weigh a lot less than that. Using the two velcro straps on the batteries is easy enough, but needing to charge between rides just turns into a bit of a pain. This system makes the change out so easy. 
What about security? If you’ve been watching my channel for a while, you know about the Drop In. This was strong enough to hold on the way down the Drop In and through me casing the first gap, lol!
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Final thoughts: I feel like I’m going to be buying more Fidlock stuff to go on almost all of my bikes. I just feel like this level of convenience is going to convince me to go for more night rides… or rides that linger over into the dark hours, and being able to swap systems between bikes effortlessly will be a huge bonus!
Initially, I was blown away by the options on this bike, and I show off many of the accessories in my review. However, this thing will surprise you as it comes stock too! 
Pros
Aesthetics – especially for a cargo bike
Brand name fork
Novatec front hub
Available accessories
Cons
Stability if you have to rear loaded down without much weight on the front
Compatibility of panniers when rear rack is installed
No accessories included with rear rack
Cargo Capabilities: The 28 inch (71 cm) rack can hold 143 pounds (64.8 kg)! That’s a lot of groceries… or kids… or… you get the idea. Like Aventon says, Rack it, stack it, and load the kiddos, too! Total weight limit for the bike, including rider weight is 440 pounds or 200kg.
Design and Comfort: Even if you don’t buy your own panniers for the rack, that small(ish) circle bag behind the pedals comes with the bike and has more than enough room to store the essentials for a road-side repair. If you do decide to haul kids around, Aventon supplies spoke guards to keep those tiny toes out of harm’s way. The Aventon Abound comes with 20 inch tires which helps keep the center of gravity low; probably a good call if you’re loaded down. The Abound comes with a dropper post, which most people would recognize as something from the world of mountain biking. However, this one is not intended to let you hit sweet jumps, rather it makes this bike quickly and easily adjustable to multiple riders of different height. A great solution for the whole family. 
Display: The Full Color Display provides all the important data you need, including speed, distance traveled, pedal assist leveI, and much more. Activate, the bike’s integrated lights and sync to the Aventon app to share your rides with friends or the larger Aventon community. I like that the backlit display is super easy to see in the daylight, but also not so bright that it’s uncomfortable if you’re riding at night.
Suspension: It has an SR Suntour front fork, and I like that they put a name-brand fork on here. You might have precious cargo on the back of this bike, and the last thing you want is to have a bump causing you to lose control. A good fork with soak up those bumps and have you ready for what’s next.
Motor Power: This bike has a rear-hub 750 watt Aventon motor. The torque sensor on this bike was super responsive, and kicked in immediately on my hill climb test.
Lighting and Safety: If you do decide to haul kids around, Aventon supplies spoke guards to keep those tiny toes out of harm’s way. The rack has an installed tail light that also works as a brake light and has turn signals. Better yet, those turn signals have a timer in case you forget to turn it off after making your turn. This bike also comes with a built-in headlight that is sufficient for helping traffic see you, but you might need a supplemental light if you plan to be riding in the dark very much.
Brakes and Tires: The Abound comes with Novatec hubs and thru-axles which I think is pretty impressive. Novatec is a brand name hub that uses sealed bearings, and they are typically found on higher end bikes. This bike comes with Tektro Hydraulic brakes. If you’ve seen any of my other reviews, you know I’m a fan of these. They’ll provide all the stopping power you need for whatever you’re hauling. The tires are covered by metal fenders front and rear.
Shimano Drivetrain: The Abound has grip shifters, and I’m here for it! I felt like I could move through the gears quickly and the Shimano Tourney derailleur did a great job keeping up while moving through all seven gears. The 52-tooth chainring has a built in guard to protect the teeth if you happen to get high-centered with this long bike. It also has a chain guard to keep your pants clean and out of the way. Additionally, the bike has a chain pulley midway back on the bike to keep the ride quiet and avoid that annoying chain slap.
Removable Battery for Charging Freedom: This battery is color matched and loads from the side. I love this since it can be tricky to try to get a battery on and off when they load from the underside due to fenders and the tires. There is also a port to plug into if you want to leave the battery on the bike to charge.
Accessories:
Duffle bag – Goes on the handlebars. Has a nice strap for carrying off the bike. Ton of space inside
Panniers – Massive. Relatively cheap at $85 for 2. Hard bottom offers a solid structure.
Rear rack basket – I like to call it my truck bed. Versatile storage using straps or a cargo net to secure what you’re carrying
Kids seats – I didn’t review these in my video, but as long as you abide by the weight limit you can haul up to two kids on the kids seat, but you won’t be able to use the panniers with the kids on board.
Conclusion: I’ve only reviewed one other cargo bike on this channel so far and given that these bikes are the same price I would have to steer you to the Aventon Abound. Additionally, Aventon can be serviced in over 1,200 stores across the U.S. If you do plan on picking one up, I’d really appreciate if you used my link. It really helps out the channel. https://alnk.to/28QvA6T
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For starters, the sunset paint job fading from yellow to red is just stunning. The display on this bike is large and easy to see out in the sun. Let’s discuss pros and cons and then get into details.
Pros
Tire Size
The App
The Brakes
Cons
The Rear Shock
It Folds
Design and Comfort: The HeyBike Horizon is a step-through design, making it easy to get on and off this bike. It’s a full-suspension ride to smooth out those bumps in the road. The front suspension is hydraulic with lock out and pre-load adjustments. The rear shock is a non-adjustable air shock. The Horizon comes with plastic fenders to keep you dry when the roads are damp. The seat that comes stock on this bike was very comfortable – perfect for cruising around town. This bike feels stable at high speeds.
The App:                                   The app that pairs to this bike is something I really like that gives you a lot of control over your experience with this bike. You can control the number of pedal assist levels that you have. You can control the top speed of the bike all the way up to 28 mph and that can be achieved through pedal assist, or just the throttle.
Motor Power:                                  The HeyBike Horizon comes with a 750 watt rear hub motor. The motor peaks at 1,200 watts and 80 Nm of force from this 48 volt system. The removable battery is 14.4 Ah which should be good enough to get you 55 miles of range according to HeyBike.
Cargo Capabilities: The model I tested did come with a rear rack, and it’s worth noting that the railing was a little wider than what is normal. So, if you have a set of panniers or anything else you are used to carrying on a standard rear rack, you may need some modifications or order directly from HeyBike’s website.
Lighting and Safety:This bike has a front headlight mounted on the fork with the HEYBIKE logo always lit up. Additionally, there is a tail light mounted to the rear cargo rack. The tail light also functions as a brake light as well as turn signals
Brakes and Tires:                                 A little larger than your typical folding e-bike due the the 24″ rims. Most others offer a 20″ rim. These 24″ rims took away some of the twitchiness that I often feel when I ride on a 20″ rim and with the 4″ wide fat tires, I felt like it soaked up some of the road noise. This bike comes with the same RSX hydraulic brakes that were on the HeyBike Tyson that I reviewed. I have been really impressed with these combined with the 180mm rotors.
Shimano Drivetrain:Shimano 7 speed drivetrain ensures you have the right gear to get that pedal assist to kick-in.
Removable Battery for Charging Freedom:Not a common feature on folding bikes, but this bike has a fully removable battery while the bike is still “a bike.” Many other folding designs require you to start to break down the bike before you can remove the battery, but the HeyBike Horizon is more like a traditional step-through e-bike and allows you to remove it while it’s still open.
Conclusion:                                   This bike is a great e-bike with solid power and great stopping ability. This bike is on the large side of what a folder should be (in my opinion), and this would have been a great bike as just a normal fat tire e-bike. If you like this bike, and you especially like that it’s a limited edition, you might want to jump on this one sooner rather than later. If you do plan on picking one up, I’d really appreciate if you used my link. It really helps out the channel. https://www.heybike.com/products/horizon?ref=9vin0w6c&utm_medium=goaffpro&utm_source=affiliate
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