Nowadays, electric bicycles (or e-bikes) are becoming an increasingly more popular means of transportation, especially for city dwellers. Using an electric bike for commuting is a much more Eco-friendly alternative to cars, motorcycles, public transports like buses, and other gas- or diesel-powered vehicles, all of which are responsible for a significant portion of global carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Furthermore, commuting on an electric bike will also allow you to ride farther and faster than you would on a traditional bicycle, all without the physical effort that riding one typically requires. That’s all thanks to the built-in rechargeable batteries that power e-bikes, which make them capable of moving at reasonably fast speeds and also of reaching an extended range on a full battery charge. In short, electric bikes offer you an emission-free means of transportation that allows you to get just about anywhere quickly and without getting too sweaty, whether that’s work, grocery shopping, or simply taking a stroll around town. For those looking for an electric bike that’s suitable for urban commuting, go with the Fiido C11.
The Fiido C11 is a high-end city commuter electric bike which features large and ultra-durable gravel tires equipped with reflective sidewalls, a hydraulic front suspension fork, a Shimano 6 Speed Gear Shift System, hydraulic disc brakes, adjustable handlebars, a front LED headlight that swivels with the bike’s direction, a taillight that integrates a brake light and turn signals, a loud horn, and a rear rack for storage. It also comes equipped with a powerful 500W rear hub brushless motor that makes it capable of reaching up to a maximum speed of 24.85 mph, a removable 500Wh battery that makes it capable of traveling up to 55.92 miles, and a full-color backlight LCD display which shows its current speed and battery life, featuring button controls for swapping between 3 speed modes including Power Assist with 5 adjustable levels, Throttle, and Pedal, plus a built-in USB port for charging your phone. It also integrates a cadence sensor that measures pedal rotations per minute (RPM) and an intelligent anti-theft lock which can be unlocked with its key or via the Fiido App, from which you can start the bike and also monitor your heart rate and blood oxygen by pairing it with the Fiido Mate Smartwatch.
Designed with city riding in mind, this high-end city commuter electric bike offers you a safe and comfortable riding experience in urban environments. With it, you can truly improve your daily commuting.
Below you can find our full review of the Fiido C11, where we go over all the cool features that this electric city bike has to offer you.
DESIGN & SPECS
Starting with the bike’s size, the Fiido C11 has a sleek form factor, measuring 5.97 ft. long by 2.19 ft. wide by 3.77 ft. tall (1,82 m x 0,67 m x 1,15 m). While its sleek dimensions make it easy to store away when you’re not riding, the bike still has some decent weight to it, weighing exactly 54.01 lbs. (24,5 kg), so you can be assured it always remains very stable while riding it.
This city commuter electric bike sports a beautiful ultra-modern design, which gives it a minimalist and stylish look. For our review unit, the company was kind enough to provide us with the Emerald Blue color model, which consists of a gorgeous vivid and bright greenish-blue hue.
More importantly, this e-bike also packs a premium and ultra-durable construction, as its frame is built of high-quality aluminum.
That said, know that the Fiido C11’s frame can support up to 264 lbs. (120 kg) of maximum load, for which riders can have that weight split between the bike’s riding seat and its rear rack, with its seat supporting up to 209.43 lbs. (95 kg) and its rear rack supporting up to 55.11 lbs. (25 kg).
Moving on to the bike’s main components. In regard to comfort-related features, the Fiido C11 comes equipped with an ergonomic Velo saddle which is designed particularly designed to provide great support and great comfort while riding it, even during longer and bumper rides.
The bike’s saddle can have the height for its seat adjusted between 2.59 ft. (0,79 m) tall and 3.44 ft. (1.18 m) tall, thus making this electric bike mostly suitable for people who are between 5’1″ (1.5 m) and 6’5″ (2 m) tall.
In addition, the bike also comes equipped with adjustable handlebars that can have their angle seamlessly adjusted, meaning you can easily raise or lower them to set them at the appropriate height for you so that you can ride the bike in the utmost comfort.
For its wheels, this high-end city commuter electric bike comes equipped with a set of large and ultra-durable CST 700 x 40C rigid gravel tires with a dual-compound composition (i.e. dual-layer) that ride really smoothly on the road and over sidewalks, as well as in short dirt trails for as long as those don’t have too much loose gravel or stones.
The bike’s gravel tires also come fitted with reflective sidewalls that provide extra visibility at all times, making it easy for others around you to spot your presence, even in low-light conditions.
Moreover, the bike’s sturdy aluminum frame also comes equipped with a hydraulic front suspension fork that helps to reduce impact from potential bumps and also improves stability while riding it, especially if riding it through rough terrain.
Then, for its drive-system, the Fiido C11 comes equipped with a high-end rear-drive system, which is composed by a Shimano 6 Speed Gear Shift System and a set of hydraulic disc brakes.
All the bike’s mechanical components from its rear-drive system are supported by a 5-Gear Electric-Drive Pedal Assist System (PAS).
On top of everything already mentioned, this electric city bike also comes equipped with a front LED headlight that swivels with the bike’s direction, offering riders a level of brightness that’s comparable to that of motorcycle lights. This ensures that not only the path in front of you is well illuminated, but also that your presence is properly signaled.
Additionally, the bike also features a taillight installed directly on the back of its rear rack which integrates both a brake light and turn signals, providing you with intelligent lighting to alert other drivers and pedestrians around you about when you intend to brake or turn, which consequently helps to reduce the risk of rear-collisions.
What’s more is that the bike also comes equipped with a loud horn that can be used to alert drivers and pedestrians of your presence.
Lastly, the bike also features a rear rack that can be used for storage, allowing you to conveniently carry large items such as a backpack, a handbag, purse, or other personal belongings without causing you any discomfort while riding the bike by simply strapping them onto its rear rack.
We’d also like to note that customers also have the option to have the bike come with a front-basket for additional storage space (sold separately for just $66 extra).
SET UP / INSTALLATION
Now, when it comes to assembling this electric city bike, know that its assembly process is simple and straightforward to follow, as only some of its secondary parts need to be mounted / attached onto the bike’s main frame, and that basically includes the bike’s pedals, its fender, as well as its front-basket and its front headlight.
It’s also worth mentioning that the bike’s package also comes with all the necessary tools required for its assembly, which include: one open spanner, an Allen key wrench, and a detailed and easy-to-read paper Instruction Manual that makes the bike’s whole assembly process fairly easy to follow, even if you’re someone who’s not used to putting an electric bike all together.
Embedded below, you can find the company’s official video guide on how to assemble the Fiido C11 Electric Bike:
MOTOR, BATTERY & BATTERY LIFE
For powering its rear-drive system, this electric city bike comes equipped with a powerful 500W rear hub toothed brushless motor which boasts 55nm of torque and a peak power of up to 678W, making it capable of reaching up to a maximum speed of 24.85 mph / 40 km/h.
The bike’s motor draws its electric power from a high-capacity 500Wh Lithium-Ion battery that makes it capable of traveling a maximum distance of up to 55.92 miles / 90 km on a full battery charge.
The bike’s built-in 500W motor and battery unit can both be found safely integrated onto the bike’s central frame pole (located directly in front of its riding seat), meaning that both components are strategically placed to be well protected when it comes to the bike’s overall construction. The bike’s battery unit is also rated to have an IP54 Water-Resistance rating.
As for recharging the bike’s battery whenever it’s running low on power, all you have to do is connect its battery to its dedicated charger (included in the package), which also comes with a country-specific plug.
Best of all, the bike’s battery pack is also removable, making it both easy and convenient for users to charge it.
INTERFACE / BUILT-IN CONTROLS
Lastly, we’ll have a look at the bike’s built-in controls. Just like other high-end electric bikes on the market, the Fiido C11 comes equipped with a set of manual controls integrated onto its right-side handlebar.
The bike’s manual controls consist of a full-color backlight LCD display which shows its current speed and battery life, which also integrates a set of button controls that can be used for swapping between its 3 speed modes, including Power Assist with 5 adjustable assist levels, Throttle, and Pedal.
The bike’s LCD display also features a built-in USB port that can be used for charging your phone’s battery when necessary.
Last but not least, the Fiido C11’s display also comes equipped with a cadence sensor that measures the number of pedal rotations per minute (RPM), along with an intelligent anti-theft lock which can be unlocked either with its key, or alternatively, via the Fiido App.
CONNECTIVITY
For establishing a wireless connection with its mobile App, the bike’s LCD display also boasts Bluetooth connectivity.
THE SMARTPHONE COMPANION APP – The Fiido App
Users can also install the Fiido App on their smartphone, which is available to download for free for both iOS and Android devices.
Via the Fiido App, you can conveniently start the bike remotely as well as unlock the bike’s anti-theft lock.
Furthermore, by pairing the app with the Fiido Mate Smartwatch, you’re also able to monitor your heart rate and blood oxygen, amongst other health parameters.
FINAL THOUGHTS
All in all, this electric city bike is an outstanding choice for anyone looking for an Eco-friendly means of transportation for urban environments. It’s extremely comfortable to ride and fairly capable when it comes to its speed and distance range.
If you’re interested in buying it, know that the standard version of the Fiido C11 is currently discounted from its standard price of $1,099, and is now going for just $899 (saves you $200), and each purchase is also accompanied by a long-term Warranty (timeframe depends on which bike part you need the warranty for) and a 30-Day Return Period. You can order yours online directly from Fiido’s official shopping page.
