WEBVTT 15 00:00:06.062 --> 00:00:09.262 Hello and welcome to Camper TV. 125 00:00:09.262 --> 00:00:10.423 Many camper owners are switching 100 00:00:10.423 --> 00:00:12.404 to electric folding bikes. 169 00:00:12.404 --> 00:00:15.365 We made that switch in 2020. 95 00:00:15.365 --> 00:00:17.027 If you're also looking for electric 6 00:00:17.027 --> 00:00:20.207 folding bikes, then our first tip is to compare several 137 00:00:20.207 --> 00:00:22.588 brands with each other and research 108 00:00:22.588 --> 00:00:24.890 to see what suits you. 62 00:00:24.890 --> 00:00:27.490 Yes, we liked the Folt brand and 110 00:00:27.490 --> 00:00:29.292 we now have four bikes from them. 44 00:00:30.477 --> 00:00:32.658 In this video, we'll show which models 26 00:00:32.658 --> 00:00:35.301 we have and why we chose them. 18 00:00:35.301 --> 00:00:37.482 We'll discuss the differences so you 37 00:00:37.482 --> 00:00:39.045 can also make a good choice. 154 00:00:39.045 --> 00:00:41.085 We ride the two most chosen models 81 00:00:41.085 --> 00:00:45.429 from Folt, namely the 200-L (Voyage) and the 200-M (Elite). 17 00:00:45.429 --> 00:00:47.871 The bikes we take on our camper trips, we alternate between them 36 00:00:47.871 --> 00:00:49.753 and there's a reason for that. 73 00:00:49.753 --> 00:00:52.316 Because each model has its own characteristics and 91 00:00:52.316 --> 00:00:53.817 I'd like to explain more about that. 112 00:00:54.780 --> 00:00:57.822 But first I'll tell you about the models. 24 00:00:57.822 --> 00:01:00.143 The 200-L (Voyage) and the 200-M (Elite). 48 00:01:00.143 --> 00:01:01.966 The L stands for low step-through 102 00:01:01.966 --> 00:01:04.688 and M stands for mid-motor. 51 00:01:04.688 --> 00:01:06.409 The 200-L (Voyage) is the base model. 151 00:01:06.409 --> 00:01:07.769 It can actually be equipped 54 00:01:07.769 --> 00:01:09.912 with many extra options. 46 00:01:09.912 --> 00:01:12.774 And the 200-M (Elite) is the most luxurious model and 140 00:01:12.774 --> 00:01:16.037 it comes standard with many options pre-installed. 106 00:01:16.037 --> 00:01:18.659 Yes, that certainly calls for some explanation. 149 00:01:18.659 --> 00:01:21.141 Well, model 200-L (Voyage) is equipped with a 163 00:01:21.141 --> 00:01:23.382 motor in the rear wheel and derailleur gearing. 158 00:01:24.242 --> 00:01:25.784 And that gives you the feeling of a 41 00:01:25.784 --> 00:01:29.225 push in the back and more of a mountain gear. 146 00:01:29.225 --> 00:01:31.246 Due to the rotation sensor in the pedal axle 63 00:01:31.246 --> 00:01:33.847 you always have maximum support during 116 00:01:33.847 --> 00:01:35.688 the rotation of the pedals. 109 00:01:35.688 --> 00:01:37.310 And you can feel that. 145 00:01:37.310 --> 00:01:39.570 The optional throttle is a handy help to 53 00:01:39.570 --> 00:01:42.393 quickly go from standstill to riding. 80 00:01:42.393 --> 00:01:43.912 And that's useful for example when you want to 7 00:01:43.912 --> 00:01:47.055 quickly cross a busy road. 164 00:01:47.055 --> 00:01:48.495 Then onto the 200-M (Elite). 128 00:01:48.495 --> 00:01:50.216 On this model, a throttle is actually 30 00:01:50.216 --> 00:01:52.518 not allowed due to the type of motor. 72 00:01:53.843 --> 00:01:56.344 Riding this model feels wonderful 152 00:01:56.344 --> 00:01:58.686 like a sort of cruise control ride. 82 00:01:58.686 --> 00:02:00.227 It has a power sensor that measures 77 00:02:00.227 --> 00:02:02.828 how much pressure you put on the pedals. 19 00:02:02.828 --> 00:02:06.010 And that's somewhat more efficient than with a rotation sensor. 97 00:02:06.010 --> 00:02:07.590 The motor only provides power when 117 00:02:07.590 --> 00:02:10.592 you're already putting in some effort. 32 00:02:10.592 --> 00:02:11.973 Because of that you do feel like you 5 00:02:11.973 --> 00:02:14.915 have to do a bit more than with a rotation sensor, 153 00:02:14.915 --> 00:02:17.417 where the motor does all the work. 98 00:02:17.417 --> 00:02:20.419 A positive consequence of that is that the range with 50 00:02:20.419 --> 00:02:23.401 the same battery is slightly larger than with a rotation sensor. 120 00:02:24.700 --> 00:02:26.121 Of course you can always adjust 55 00:02:26.121 --> 00:02:29.902 the level of support via the control buttons. 141 00:02:29.902 --> 00:02:31.043 What I find interesting to show as well is that both models 123 00:02:31.043 --> 00:02:32.962 are the same size, but here the luggage rack is 144 00:02:32.962 --> 00:02:36.264 quite a bit higher than on the 200-L (Voyage). 69 00:02:36.264 --> 00:02:38.724 Feels very stable too, it's just 49 00:02:38.724 --> 00:02:40.866 a bit more like a regular bike, 71 00:02:40.866 --> 00:02:42.306 while they're actually the same size. 61 00:02:42.306 --> 00:02:44.887 Interesting, right? 135 00:02:44.887 --> 00:02:45.187 Funny, isn't it? 40 00:02:46.597 --> 00:02:48.819 Well, let me talk about the accessories. 20 00:02:48.819 --> 00:02:50.581 We're satisfied with the standard 74 00:02:50.581 --> 00:02:52.264 handlebar on both bikes. 33 00:02:52.264 --> 00:02:53.205 But you can also choose an option 85 00:02:53.205 --> 00:02:54.987 that is a curved handlebar. 126 00:02:54.987 --> 00:02:57.371 Some people find it more comfortable to ride with that. 35 00:02:57.371 --> 00:02:59.013 But then you have to keep in mind 121 00:02:59.013 --> 00:03:00.776 that the bike with a curved handlebar is 31 00:03:00.776 --> 00:03:02.298 slightly less compact to fold than this one. 1 00:03:03.729 --> 00:03:06.572 A very nice option is the GPS tracker. 2 00:03:06.572 --> 00:03:07.592 Do you have an iPhone? 127 00:03:07.592 --> 00:03:08.872 Then a hidden 43 00:03:08.872 --> 00:03:11.473 AirTag can be built in. 156 00:03:11.473 --> 00:03:13.034 Folt does that for you. 105 00:03:13.034 --> 00:03:14.836 And with this you can always see the exact 87 00:03:14.836 --> 00:03:17.437 location where your bike is. 104 00:03:17.437 --> 00:03:19.938 You don't want to think about it, but in case of theft 28 00:03:19.938 --> 00:03:23.199 you can easily track your bike literally. 23 00:03:23.199 --> 00:03:24.580 And there's another advantage. 118 00:03:24.580 --> 00:03:26.282 If you're in a big city for example and 132 00:03:26.282 --> 00:03:27.862 you've parked your bike, you don't have to worry 92 00:03:27.862 --> 00:03:29.604 about not finding it again. 159 00:03:29.604 --> 00:03:32.064 Because with your iPhone you can navigate right to it. 114 00:03:33.694 --> 00:03:35.575 Yes, in terms of riding comfort we find both 90 00:03:35.575 --> 00:03:37.777 models equally good. 27 00:03:37.777 --> 00:03:41.061 The seating is really comfortable on both models. 67 00:03:41.061 --> 00:03:42.401 And the new model saddle 45 00:03:42.401 --> 00:03:43.862 feels very comfortable too. 147 00:03:43.862 --> 00:03:45.544 They used to have narrower saddles, 150 00:03:45.544 --> 00:03:46.965 now there's a new saddle. 52 00:03:46.965 --> 00:03:49.947 Yes, it's just really comfortable. 133 00:03:49.947 --> 00:03:52.989 Suspension seatpost, that's another thing, it's in this bike. 66 00:03:52.989 --> 00:03:55.711 And you can also get that as an accessory. 64 00:03:55.711 --> 00:03:57.233 Well, we advise, definitely do that, because 88 00:03:57.233 --> 00:03:59.413 it really adds something. 70 00:03:59.413 --> 00:04:00.835 You just ride more relaxed. 14 00:04:00.835 --> 00:04:03.056 So we definitely think it's worth doing. 16 00:04:04.472 --> 00:04:05.211 Yes, now the key question. 94 00:04:05.211 --> 00:04:06.853 Which bikes do we take when we're 139 00:04:06.853 --> 00:04:08.393 traveling with the camper? 75 00:04:08.393 --> 00:04:10.133 Well, when we're traveling in the Netherlands, we 89 00:04:10.133 --> 00:04:13.533 almost always choose this one, the 200-M (Elite). 9 00:04:13.533 --> 00:04:14.775 Because you don't have many 136 00:04:14.775 --> 00:04:17.653 mountains here, or none at all actually, except in South Limburg, 47 00:04:17.653 --> 00:04:20.536 but we can cycle for kilometers on end and then 60 00:04:20.536 --> 00:04:23.317 the (Elite) just feels wonderful. 11 00:04:23.317 --> 00:04:26.117 But when we make foreign trips to France for example, 29 00:04:26.117 --> 00:04:27.898 Spain, Portugal, then we take the 200-L (Voyage). 101 00:04:30.088 --> 00:04:32.329 Regarding the battery, we chose the 115 00:04:32.329 --> 00:04:35.670 largest model of 20 amperes on both bikes. 161 00:04:35.670 --> 00:04:37.810 The extra weight isn't too bad and 148 00:04:37.810 --> 00:04:41.951 we always have enough kilometers with it. 3 00:04:41.951 --> 00:04:43.791 Additionally, you need to charge less often 13 00:04:43.791 --> 00:04:45.711 than with a smaller battery and that's handy 4 00:04:45.711 --> 00:04:47.752 when you don't always have power available. 93 00:04:48.754 --> 00:04:51.776 We usually charge while driving, but 59 00:04:51.776 --> 00:04:53.456 it can also be done on the solar panel, but then 39 00:04:53.456 --> 00:04:56.396 your camper's onboard battery drains very 166 00:04:56.396 --> 00:04:58.718 quickly, so preferably while driving. 96 00:04:58.718 --> 00:05:00.317 Then it's convenient with such a large battery, 68 00:05:00.317 --> 00:05:02.137 you just don't need to do it very often. 160 00:05:02.137 --> 00:05:04.139 Of course there are always points for improvement. 103 00:05:04.139 --> 00:05:06.240 We find the display of the 200-M (Elite) 79 00:05:06.240 --> 00:05:09.199 too dim, especially in sunlight like today. 111 00:05:09.199 --> 00:05:10.401 In the dark it's fine, but 129 00:05:10.401 --> 00:05:11.500 now it's hard to read. 107 00:05:12.810 --> 00:05:14.711 The manufacturer has indicated that this problem 34 00:05:14.711 --> 00:05:16.392 has been solved in the new models. 8 00:05:16.392 --> 00:05:18.014 That doesn't help us anymore, but that's 84 00:05:18.014 --> 00:05:21.617 of course very nice for new customers. 142 00:05:21.617 --> 00:05:23.278 Then the weight of the bikes. 168 00:05:23.278 --> 00:05:25.581 This 200-L (Voyage) is quite heavy and that's 65 00:05:25.581 --> 00:05:27.882 partly due to the mag wheels. 131 00:05:27.882 --> 00:05:30.043 These instead of spoke wheels. 134 00:05:30.043 --> 00:05:31.725 But there's a solution for that too. 167 00:05:31.725 --> 00:05:33.887 As a free option you can choose 170 00:05:33.887 --> 00:05:36.129 spoke wheels instead of mag wheels. 155 00:05:36.129 --> 00:05:38.872 And that makes the bike 1.6 kilograms lighter. 56 00:05:39.795 --> 00:05:41.576 We call ourselves ambassadors of 38 00:05:41.576 --> 00:05:44.197 Folt, a self-appointed title. And why do we do that? 10 00:05:44.197 --> 00:05:45.737 We've shown these bikes so often already, 122 00:05:45.737 --> 00:05:47.737 we've told so much about them. 162 00:05:47.737 --> 00:05:50.178 I think we can use that title. 99 00:05:50.178 --> 00:05:52.939 But a nice side benefit is that we regularly 157 00:05:52.939 --> 00:05:57.060 can offer a nice discount promotion to our viewers. 12 00:05:57.060 --> 00:05:58.740 Because these promotions are always temporary, you can 78 00:05:58.740 --> 00:06:01.781 best check our website campertv.eu to 86 00:06:01.781 --> 00:06:04.062 find current information about them. 21 00:06:04.845 --> 00:06:06.665 Around the time of recording this video there's also 76 00:06:06.665 --> 00:06:09.565 a very attractive discount promotion, so I would 58 00:06:09.565 --> 00:06:11.685 definitely visit our website. 113 00:06:11.685 --> 00:06:15.367 Go to the discount promotions page. 143 00:06:15.367 --> 00:06:17.026 If you're not sure yet which model 130 00:06:17.026 --> 00:06:18.807 suits you best, then I hope 25 00:06:18.807 --> 00:06:21.627 this video has been able to help you with that. 83 00:06:21.627 --> 00:06:22.468 It's important to 124 00:06:22.468 --> 00:06:24.168 say that this is our experience. 42 00:06:24.168 --> 00:06:26.649 It's always wise to go for a test ride 165 00:06:26.649 --> 00:06:28.988 and try multiple brands and multiple models to 22 00:06:28.988 --> 00:06:31.850 experience for yourself how the bikes feel. 138 00:06:32.954 --> 00:06:34.637 Yes, that's it for this video. 119 00:06:34.637 --> 00:06:36.499 Thanks for watching and see you 57 00:06:36.499 --> 00:06:38.281 next time on another video from CamperTV.