Fortis QiCYCLE Smart Electric Bike (Rebadged Xiaomi Qicycle C2) $799 ($779 with Kogan First) + Delivery @ Kogan

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Captain Hindsight on 18/02/2023 - 11:03 kogan.com (925 clicks)
Last edited 20/02/2023 - 13:15 by 1 other user

I have had my eye on this after owning the popular qicycle EF1 fold up from Xiaomi. I could never find it in Australia and is usually well over $1k overseas. It appears to be the Xiaomi C2, effectively the newer qicycle branded under Kogans Fortis sports branding and a IMO a great buy at this price.

I decided not to post this deal until I got one myself (which arrived within 4 days) and felt I could recommend it.

First impressions vs original qicycle:

+'s

• much more stable, comfortable and enjoyable ride than EF1 (20" wheels)
• surprisingly I found it easier to ride without motor (even though weighs more)
• more gears
• great display, big characters and in English
• dedicated buttons for power, assistance level and walk mode and easier
• xiaomi ef1 great bike's successor
• front and back disc brakes

-'s

• Kogan
• heavier
• Kogan
• not a true fold up fold apart from handle bars/ seat
• Kogan (you get the idea)
• unsure about service and spare parts down the track
• rear motor

Still right now loving riding it and no regrets. Postage to Sydney cost $28.99 even though I signed unto first but I did get rewards Credits $15.78 (pending). Also on Dick Smith site.

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  Thatbargainhunter on 18/02/2023 - 11:05

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  It's not a deal though. This is it's regular price

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  bargainshooter on 18/02/2023 - 11:27

  Can this take a rear rack? What's the weight rating?

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  FocusRider on 18/02/2023 - 11:29

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  People still buy from Kogan?

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  sheikyerbouti on 18/02/2023 - 11:30

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  Strongly suggest that this is stored and charged outside, NOT inside.

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    brissg on 18/02/2023 - 11:58

    +1

    May I know the reason why? I want to buy one for my Mum

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      Captain Hindsight on 18/02/2023 - 12:02

      My best guess is sheikyerbouti is assuming made by Kogan, which I'm confident is not the case. Appears to be genuine Qicycle with Kogan fortis partial branding.

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      sheikyerbouti on 18/02/2023 - 13:17

      Because fire services are seeing a large number of house fires started in cheap electric bikes/scooters/etc. When a lithium-ion battery goes into thermal runaway its destructive. Fire services are seeing lots of chinese-made products, particularly cheapos, made using used/2nd life batteries, and shipping with chargers where the voltage doesn't exactly match the battery pack. Qicycle would appear to match this description (chinese, cheap), so taking safety measures such as storing them outside, is good advice.

      https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/page.php?id=9389

      "Where possible, LEVs should be stored and charged outside in a garage, shed or carport away from living spaces. Keep them away from any exit doors, escape routes, and other combustible materials." This is the official advice from the fire brigade: https://www.fire.nsw.gov.au/page.php?id=9406

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        Captain Hindsight on 18/02/2023 - 13:58

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        Well seems good advice for all ebikes.

        I do however disagree if you are implying the qicycle is cheap quality. The qicycle brand has a good reputation both on externally and OB and now having owning 2 models I would be inclined to agree.

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          sheikyerbouti on 18/02/2023 - 14:59

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          @Captain Hindsight: $799 for a li-ion battery ebike is cheap. I said qcycle shares characteristics with the types of LEVs which have caused fires.

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            Captain Hindsight on 18/02/2023 - 15:03

            @sheikyerbouti: You’re confusing price with quality, are you saying if it were over $2000 it would be better quality? Eg Xiaomi makes many budget priced items of high quality. The QiCYCLE 1 sold for less than this sometimes but was great quality.

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  oswade on 18/02/2023 - 12:21

  How's the speed? 250W seems low compared to escooters but maybe normal for an ebike?

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    bargaino on 20/02/2023 - 14:16

    250W is nominal. Could be more or less output depending on speed. Actual 250W is more than a fit cyclist can do sustained.

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  KevCol on 18/02/2023 - 16:23

  I have a Qicycle and it is good to see the front wheel drive disappear. They are hard to repair as they are excessively electronic and there is zero support from Xiaomi. I don't dislike the small wheels and light weight. I wouldn't buy another ebike without a throttle or where it is easy to add. Not the case with a Qicycle.

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  penanzer on 20/02/2023 - 15:06

  Does anyone know it the claim of 65KM range is accurate? My Aldi Estate e-bike does about 20KM on a charge with a battery the same size if not bigger so I'm dubious about 65KM's.

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    DandenongBad on 20/02/2023 - 23:51

    Qicycle C2
    using Google translate: It means using the 2nd mode which is 50% electricity powered & 50% human-riding mode, no lights-on, 20km/h average speed, on a paved urban road, 70kg weight adult. It enables you to ride 60km.