Anyone else still putting miles on their RipCurrent S?

[Chazmo]

Bought Fättie about 6 months before Juiced went under in 2024… Is anyone (else) still putting miles on their RipCurrent S? I just rolled over 3000mi today, which is not bad for a year and a half, with about 2 months of downtime from needing to get parts, etc. Due to failures, I’ve had to replace the rear wheel assembly (which Juiced went down with), the front fork (metal fatigue), upgraded controller (back to stock) by raiding from a parts bike that I had to buy last winter in order to get back on the road. It hasn’t been easy being on my own with this bike, but I have to say I love the thing. It’s crazy comfortable, and (IMO) wonderful to ride. Thank you for building it, Juiced, and RIP...

Quick glamour shots from my 25mi ride today:

 

[teskow]

I had a RCS like you only an earlier model that I loved the crap out of. It was just a nice riding unit that in my opinion had the right geometry. I didn't have to fix anything on mine except a couple of chains. I sold it with 1800 miles on it and the two bikes since just don't feel as good in a way I can't explain.

 

[Chazmo]

Thanks, gang! Yup, for the record I’m a retired guy who used to love to mountain bike when I was younger. About 15 years ago I gave riding up almost entirely because I could not get comfortable anymore on my mountain bike. What you said, @teskow , is pretty much how I feel about the RCS. I don’t have other ebikes to compare it to, but the RCS really works for me. Plus, I have tried to keep the cost as low as I can. I’ve spent about $1600 getting a spare bike (and renting a minivan to go down to NJ to get it!), and other parts that I’ve bought (spare motor, chains, brake stuff, extra batteries (including one destroyed by battery fire), spare rear assembly, etc.). So, it’s been about double the cost of the bike for my year and a half of joyful riding.

I rode the RCS through the (New England) winter last year and learned the hard way all about the “weak” spots with this bike’s drivetrain. The reason I got a fatty in the first place was so I could ride year-round. I persevered and rode through some pretty nasty stuff. I only had to be off the trail network for about 1.5 months as it became unpassable with ice. I’m not sure what will happen this winter… I thought about getting studded tires, but I think I will just do what I did last year and stick to the roads when I have to.

As for inspiring other Juiced owners to stick with their bikes, @alihyder , well, since I have the time, patience, and strong desire to “make it work,” I’m able to learn as I go with this. I’m not sure many would put up with the maintenance, but for me it’s worth it!

Best wishes, all.

 

[Explorer-1]

Yes, still using the RCS. Incredible bike. Just did a 150mile trip last weekend. Currently at 4800 miles on my newest RCS, not sure the mileage on the older one, but i did not ride it this year. My trips are generally weekends and holidays, long trips.

 

[Explorer-1]

I hate having to find a new bike unless it has everything i would like, orherwise i'm happy with sticking with the RCS.

 

[Laserdollars]

I have 6500 miles on my RipRacer. Last month, I bought a RCS on craigslist with 7k miles on it. Broken torque sensor, gummed up drivetrain, and baaaald tires. I reduced it to a bag of spare parts instead of putting another $400 into a bike I won't ride lol. Cheap well-made battery and I put the rear rack on my ripracer last night. With the right maintenance and a will to turn a wrench, these bikes are tanks.