The MOST modular e-bike I’ve ever tested | ADO Air One Pro
ADO has launched a modular electric bike. Hello electric heads. Welcome back to the channel. And if you’re new here, my name is Alish and I am an electric bike reviewer. I’ve been doing it for the past 5 years now and I’ve been able to test ride quite a lot of electric bikes and this one behind me is the newcomer. When you’re buying an electric bike, usually you need to work out right, what style of bike do I need to fit my needs? Do you need a road bike for commuting? Do you need a cargo bike for carrying loads? Do you need a tour bike for exploring? Well, what if I told you that this bike behind me can morph to do pretty much all of that? [Music] This is the ADO Air Pro, the latest electric bike from ADO. And if you are a subscriber to the channel, then you will know that I am a really big advocate for the brand because they make brilliant electric bikes. They’re a brand that just know how to nail the brief. So, when they told me that they had this bad boy coming in the post for me, well, I was of course very excited. Essentially, this is a mini cargo/utility electric bike, but it’s not as cumbersome as a cargo bike, but still offers a whole range of functional options, which means that it can really morph into your lifestyle. The key component is right here in the front. The front rack is set up with the ADO lock system, which allows for a tool-free attachment of bags, baskets, and other accessories. The quick release gives you an easy system to change setups, and there’s a whole bunch of accessories that you can buy. For the morning commute, there’s backpack Oscar. For the school drop off, you can get a child seat, plus a double-footed kickstand for a sturdy base. For shopping, you’ve got the basket bag, Laura, a material basket bag with handles that conveniently collapses when it’s not in use. A weekend escape calls for the insulated carrier bag, Maer, for cool food and drinks. Offer a pet outing. Well, there’s a pet friendly case. And if you want more of a loaded up ride, the bigger backpack Luca attaches to the rear rack. And this is just the beginning because as AIO continues to expand their range, you’re going to be able to keep on modding. It’s also compatible with the industry-leading Mick system. So, third-party accessories are also supported by this bike. So, whether you want panners or a child seat, in just a click, you are able to attach these to the bike. So, this truly is a modular offering. Sure, it could be really easy to buy a load of accessories, but the beauty of how much there is on offer is the fact that you can pinpoint exactly what you need to fit your journey type. So, this is actually a really great option for people who want to be sharing a bike within a family or a couple because you’re able to change up not only the height of the seat, but also the height of the handlebars. So, this really can fit a lovely wide range size of individuals, but also be able to fit exactly what those people need with their chosen accessories. ADO have kindly sent me a nice option of bags and accessories for me to try out with this bike to really get a feel for that modular lifestyle. So, that’s exactly what I’m going to be showing you guys in today’s video. So, stick around. But first and foremost, let’s go deeper into the spec of this bike. The frame is made of durable aluminium alloy and is a touch more compact thanks to its smaller dimensions and 20-in wheels. This also means the bike can cater to smaller riders ranging from 4’11 all the way up to 6’3. For reference, I am 5′ 10 and have it set up nicely for my height. The bike can take a max load of 120 kg with the rear rack being able to take up to 60 kg. So you can really utilize it either for heavy cargo or fix a child’s seat. For all this load shifting, you need a decent motor. And Adio has once again teamed up with Buffang. So this Air1 Pro comes with a Buffang auto shifting dual speed motor. It can assist you up to a max speed of 15.5 mph in regulation with EU law. And AIO claims that this bike can cover a range of up to 62 miles on one charge. I will of course be doing a range test, so stick around for that. The battery is situated underneath the seat post and is removable, which is not only a great deterrent to thieves if you want to lock it up in public, as you can just take the battery with you, but it also makes charging very easy. Leave the bike wherever and bring the battery along. But if the range claims don’t sound enough for you, you can also purchase a bottle style range extender, which adds on an extra 37 mi on one charge. That’s a whopping claimed 99 miles on one charge. Included, you also get mud guards and a rear rack, in-built front and rear lights, plus front fork suspension to cushion your commute. It’s got a carbon belt drive for minimal maintenance, plus hydraulic brakes, a color display with all the information you need midride, and in total, the Air1 Pro weighs in at 25.2 kg, so it’s not a bike for carrying unless you’re the Hulk. In total, this retails at £1,699. And remember, you do need to factor in the cost of the additional accessories that you’d like to pair with your ADO. So, I have been sent two bags. I have one for the daily commute, which is a nice size rucks sack, which also has that ADO lock attachment on the back there. So, that goes on the front. I also have a higher literidge backpack from ADO as well, which you can see fits a lot more in there. And it actually attaches to the rear rack of the bike. But that’s not it, because I also have an insulated carrier, which means that you can take your cold snacks and drinks wherever you go, and it keeps them at a good temperature, so they claim. We’ll find that out. as well as this super cute shopping bag. This again clips into the front of the bike and is collapsible too, so it’s really easy to store away. First off, I’m going to take the daily commuter bag out for my ride up to the office to see how much it fits and how it pairs up with the ADO lock. The bag feels really plush and I love the top fold with magnets that clip together on contact so it feels extra secure for the ride. The zip also feels really good quality and inside it’s spacious and organized with a slit for your laptop plus extra pockets for smaller belongings. For reference, my laptop is 16 in and I think that it’s the max you’re going to get in there, which I’ll go more into shortly. But overall, I’m able to pack a really nice amount into this. my raincoat and my hat because it was looking to be a rainy afternoon. Hello England. I could fit my point and shoot, my laptop charger, and speaking of chargers, the ADO’s charger, my water bottle, which is 750 mil, and there’s still a bunch of room left. I’d say a small lunch could probably go on the top there. Satisfying zip and magnet clip, and oh, what’s this? More storage on the front of the bag. I’d say a mediumsiz book could probably get in there. The bag clips on with the ADO lock, no problem. But as I mentioned before, you wouldn’t want to have anything longer than a 16-in laptop. Anything bigger could disrupt the connection with the bag and the ADO lock. Right, time for a ride. And I’ll tell you more about the bike. ADO has once again teamed up with the ebike beckimoth of componentry. I am of course talking about the Fang to co-develop this electric bike. And the results as ever are absolutely marvelous. The motor, oh, the assist, it just makes you glide around. Honestly, it’s like there’s power there, but it’s such a smooth transmission of power as well. Now, I’m only riding in eco mode, and up in level three, that is enough. So remember, you get three levels of assist and you have basically two different speed settings, let’s say. So you have eco mode and you also have sport mode. And to be honest, I don’t really need to be in sport mode. Eco mode is fabulous on level three. It gives me exactly the amount of power that I need. It gets me up to 15.5 mph in a jify. And as I said, so smooth. And that is also down to the fact that there is a carbon belt drive on this bike. So there’s no clunking of a chain. That delivery of power just is put through. Of course, my goodness. That delivery of power is managed by this carbon belt drive to be able to adjust and take all the strain that it needs to have a bike that performs exactly how you want it to. Screws through the gap. Love that. Now, whilst this is a bit of a bigger bike, as you’ve just seen there, it’s very easy to maneuver. Those 20-in wheels give some really nice stability because the tires are lovely and wired as well. So, you feel really cushioned and stable as you cycle. And it’s just a really pleasant electric bike to be on. I mean, this is something that it’s very hard to ignore. It’s got the functionality. It’s got the power. It’s comfortable. It’s got that front suspension, so you’re just gliding over bumps. And it’s really easy to access. It has that step through frame. That’s a lot of tick tick ticks here. Let’s talk about the two speed settings that you can do. So, eco mode is, you guessed it, about really saving that range, but being able to still deliver the amount of power that you need. So, this is really great if you are on flats. And they say it’s about 8° of a gradient or under. And then you have sport mode, which gives you a lot more power. So, this is great for a standing start. Sport mode is for, well, you know, it where you really need that extra bit of power where that might be a standing start where you just want to get away at the traffic lights. If you have a lot of weight on your bike, you’ve got a lot of cargo. So, you need that extra bit of power. Or perhaps you’re going up a steep hill. It gives you 33% more power. And that is all down to that gorgeous twospeed buff motor. Those internal gears as well. We have two gears. So, they’ll switch up when you hit about 11 mph. You’ll go into gear two. So, you know that you are getting the exact amount of resistance that you need. ADO never fails to deliver for me. This bike is glorious. Sure, it’s heavy. Sure, it doesn’t fold. But the modularity to this bike is excellent. And being able to ride without a backpack on is such a dream. And actually keeping an eye on it on the front here gives me the freedom to just enjoy the bike, enjoy cycling, and let the bike take the load, not me. And when you got to take the backpack off and wear it, it’s remarkably comfortable. I don’t even notice the ADOL lock attachment being on there. Also, doesn’t it look super cute? I love that they’ve taken attention to making sure you’d actually be seen with these accessories. And I’m not going to name any names, but there are definitely some brands out there that take less care on these kinds of things. Anyway, it’s time I actually did some work. [Music] All right, that’s enough of that. On to the next bag. Obviously, it’s got to be the basket bag Laura. This is the one I’ve been most excited about because look at it. This also clips onto the front with the ADO locking system. It has a nice literage for everyday use and has a zip, which I found is really handy for your receipts. As I mentioned, the handles fold in and the bag is collapsible. The material also feels really sturdy. I’ve got a bigger shop to do, so I’m also taking the backpack Luca, which is a great overspill bag. This is attached to the rear rack, can be worn as a backpack for when you’re on the move, and has nice compartments included, so your smaller stuff doesn’t get lost in the vastness. It’s a roll top, so good for rainy days, and clips together nicely. It does slightly dwarf me when I wear it, but this is a big bag. So, I get the basket and the bag clipped onto the bike, which is easy enough to do. One thing I will say is you need to adjust the bag straps to be quite loose so they don’t touch the floor. But once that’s all done, I can hit the road. Being able to use these bags for trips out to the shops has been such a great addition to my everyday routine. I know it’s not all about the looks, but having greatl lookinging gear with an equally greatl looking bike gives me a lot of pleasure when I’m out and about. And actually, the confidence in having a streamline on andoff system with my spillover cargo and not wearing a heavy backpack at the end of the errands is so freeing. First is a trip to get some supplies for my kitten who has just recently come into my life. Kitten consumption means a pretty frequent trip to the shops, as does the kitty litter scenario. I’ve heard clumping litter is a winner, so I’m going to try this out for the first time and see if he gets on with it. But any feline owners out there, feel free to send over some recommendations because I’m still learning. This bag of kitty litter alone is weighty and large, and the backpack Luca takes it. And the food with room to spare. That is actually really impressive. Then it was time to grab some lunch as I’m feeling a bit of a picnic before the summer officially comes to a close. So, I head to a nearby supermarket to grab the essential bits and pieces. And I am pleasantly surprised by how much it can fit in here. I could have bought my dinner as well, but I can’t even think about that right now. So, future Alish can deal with that later. I’d say the backpack has got enough in it and the food fits perfectly into the basket. So, I’m just going to clip it right on the front here and cycle back. And the winner is I’m not carrying anything on my back. Also, the weight on the one side with backpack Luca, I actually don’t really notice anything at all. Although, it is too much of a squeeze through my front door. though I do have to unload the backpack before going into the house. Okay, before I show you around the last bag, let’s do a hill test to see how the bike fares with some inclines. To begin my hill test, I am going to start in eco mode level two. So, that’s slap bang in the middle of the assist that you can choose because I have been riding this one pretty consistently. All right, got a clear run. Let’s do this. I am going to start as kind of still as I can and go. Okay, so that motor is assisting me. It’s definitely feeling a little bit weighty under my legs. Remember, this is a pretty hefty bike and I’ve got quite a bit of cargo on the bike as well. So, if I switch it up to three and I can just feel that amount of assist just step up just a notch. the fact I can take off my hand pretty easily and still pedal up at about nearly 15 km an hour. So, you can still do this in level two, but obviously that speed for me is dropping down, particularly at this steep bit to more like 13 km an hour. So, I’m going to step that up. I’m definitely a little bit out of breath as well. So, there’s a little bit of exercise involved when you’re on eco mode going up a hill. However, that hill is still achievable, much more achievable than if I was on an analog bike. Now, I’m going to head back down the hill and I’m going to switch up to sport mode. Now, sport mode is made for the gradients. Eco mode, not really. It’s more for the flats. It’s more for saving that battery, increasing that range. So, to be fair, eco mode is not really where this bike stings when it’s tackling inclines, but sport mode, let’s take a look. Brakes are great as well. Hydraulic brakes there doing a nice bit of work for me. So, I’m just going to switch it up now. Two presses of the power button and one press of the plus button switches me into sport mode. And I’m again going to go in level two. Assist, slap bang in the middle. And again, we have a clear run. So, I’m going to start as static as I can. Okay. And go. And the difference there, the bike is feeling much lighter. It’s already changed gear as well. Remember, this is a twospeed electric bike. I’m quite easily climbing up to 15 km an hour here at level two assist, which is about level three eco mode. I was finding the same speed. switched up to level three again. That assist kicks in even more just to notch up. And look, I’m nearing 17 km an hour now. Whereas before, I was definitely not at that level when I was in eco mode. Oh, I am actually still a little bit out of breath, I won’t lie. But the difference in assist compared to eco, I mean, that is what sport is made for. All right, and we are on to the final bag, which is certainly last but not least. This is the insulated Mer carrier bag. So, it’s basically a cooler bag with insulated lining to keep your food and drink fresh for longer. It comes with netted side pockets, a slip on top, a nice amount of room inside, and you guessed it, an ADO lock attachment so it can go on the front of the bike. And for when you leave your bike behind, you can use the strap to carry the bag. Seeing as I’ve been to the shop, it’s time to load up the bag with my lunch. And I’ve decided to use the bigger backpack Luca as a picnic blanket carrier with plenty of room to spare. Doesn’t it look great in the front basket? I think the color works really nicely with the green frame. And with the bag being suspended, it’s not getting the full brunt of potholes, but the front suspension does also smooth that out. One thing I will say is that due to the size of the basket, it’s difficult to have a bottle of water in the side pockets. So, you’ll need something like maybe a bag of snacks in there instead. [Music] Picnic for one. Well, I am loving this setup. It’s so nice to be able to just come out to the park, have a spot of lunch, and use the ADO accessories. But now that I’m here and I’ve had some food, let’s talk about real world range. So, just to give you some context, I weigh about 67 kg. I’ve been riding in 20° C weather and I’ve been riding a mix of hills and flats as well where with the hills I have been using sport mode and then generally on the flats I’ve been using the eco mode usually about level two to three. So in total I was able to get just over about 23 miles now compared to ADO’s claims. I mean what that’s oh really not anywhere near their claims. And I think what’s happening here is the fact that because this bike first of all I have been loading it up with extra weight. So that does need to be taken into account. But I feel like ADO also needs to take that into account when they are giving their range claims cuz it’s nowhere near. And I have been riding in like level two eco mode as well. So one thing I would say is I would like to see more range on this bike. Thankfully, carrying the charger is easy to do when you’ve got so much space to do so, but it would be nice just to be able to have a bit less need to charge so often because I ride about 10 miles into town. So, a round trip with the bike and I’m basically juiced out. So, pros and cons. Well, as I’ve just mentioned, the range I think obviously could be a bit better because you want to be able to go those distances, particularly if you’re using that bigger backpack at the back there for your weekend adventures. It’s also heavy. You do not want to be trying to carry this bike up and stairs, particularly if it’s loaded up as well. This is a weighty bike, so you need it to be on the ground floor or be able to take it up via a lift. But that being said, this is a bike that is designed to be loaded, not lifted. This is a mini long tail cargo utility electric bike build. And with that comes a lot of ability to load it up and be able to use it exactly how you want to with all these different accessories that you can buy. It’s also so adjustable from the handlebar and also from the seat post. So you can be able to fit it to all different heights and sizes which means it’s a great option for the family. So when you think about how much this bike costs, I mean sure some people would say, “Oh, that’s a little bit out of budget.” But if multiple people in your household can use it, then I think that makes it feel much more attainable. And this is just the start for ADO. I mean, as I mentioned, the amount of accessories that you can get, they’re going to keep on coming in. So guys, I want you to let me know at home, how would you use this bike? What bags would you buy? Do you have a pet? Would you get the pet carrier? Would you need a Chelsea? Let me know down in the comments. And I hope you guys enjoyed this video today. If you found it helpful, please make sure to give it a big fat thumbs up. and I will see you for the next one. [Music]
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