Up Your Hunting Game – Vtuvia SN100 E-Bike Review

This is the Vtuvia SN100, one of the best hunting e-bikes on the market. It has a 750W rear hub motor and a 48V 15Ah battery pack, which we’re currently testing. Stick with me for the ride-along and review. We’ll test top speed, do all-terrain tests, take it down stairs, and unbox and assemble it. If interested in buying, the first link in the video description takes you to the most discounted price online.

Some of my initial thoughts: The 26×4 inch tires are large and almost feel like motorcycle tires. Another thing I notice is that the headlight is mounted to the frame, so when you turn the handlebars, the headlight stays straight. I’ll do a full-throttle launch now. We have a thumb throttle, 3… 2… 1, go! Not the strongest takeoff, but it’s picking up nicely. We’ve been riding for 3.2 miles and used 9% battery, so we’ve got 91% left.

Now, let’s test the mechanical shifting at Happy Valley Park. I’m turning off all electronics to see if we can pedal this big bike without power. In second gear, no pedal assist, we’re moving fine. Third gear, let’s go this way. Yes, you can pedal the SN100 without electricity, which is good to know if you run out of battery.

Now, I’ll turn the pedal assist back on. With the torque sensor, it’s a gentle kick-on, quite different from a cadence sensor. We’re coming to a great spot for an incline test. I’ll try it from a standstill. The trail is about a 20% incline, 3… 2… 1. Full throttle shows 350W, 300W… now we’re getting power. In pedal assist 1, we’re going 10 mph, pedal assist 2 gets us to 11-12 mph, pedal assist 3 reaches 16-17 mph, and pedal assist 4 takes us to 22 mph.

Pedal assist 5 pushes the bike to 26 mph. This is a pretty quick bike. I’m getting 25 mph against a headwind. Now, let’s do some agility riding at the splash park and test these tires and suspension. Next, let’s try the packed sand test. These 26-inch tires tear up the sand without a problem.

The tires are Kenda-branded 26×4 inch with a cool reflective strip. They have spoked rims that decrease weight. The valve is Schrader, and the front disc brake is 160mm. The front suspension fork is branded Mozo. The pedals, toolkit, and charger are included in the box. The battery is 48V, 15Ah, and it charges in a few hours.

Here’s the SN100 branding. It has a Shimano 7-speed shifter and thumb throttle. The handlebars feel slightly cramped with the Shimano shifter. The display shows battery percentage, speed, trip, and pedal assist levels. There’s a hidden USB charger below the display.

I’m 6 feet tall, and here’s how I look with the seat at its tallest and shortest heights. The bike is suited for taller riders. One tire was flat, so I used the PsycPlus tire inflator, which works well for fat tires.

We’ve done a little over 5 miles, riding hard, and still have 74% battery left. This bike is perfect for gravel trails, and the ride is smooth. On full throttle, we’re putting out 560W. So far, this hill climb is easy. We’re going 15 mph, and the bike is making it to the top without issues.

I’m also charging my iPhone while riding. To enable charging, press and hold the mode button. We’re now tackling some stairs, and the torque sensor makes the interaction between the mechanical and electrical systems smoother.

The brakes are hydraulic with four-piston calipers, and the front and rear rotors are 160mm. The suspension has 120mm of travel and a lockout feature for adjustments.

The only downside is that with this frame design, you lose two accessory mounts. The bike didn’t come with a bell, which is handy for public trails, but the brakes squeak enough to alert people.

I broke a clip on the battery box after hitting a bump, but the battery still works fine. We’ve ridden 11.5 miles, and it’s starting to rain. The SN100 fits well for outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, or those seeking a solid first e-bike. It’s simple, with quality parts and an easy-to-read display.

If trail riding or mountain biking is your thing, this bike is capable, though it’s a hardtail, so expect that kind of experience. We’ve covered 20.8 miles and used about 72% of the battery, giving us a projected range of around 29-30 miles.

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shorts:

This is seven different things you probably didn’t know about the Vtuvia SN100.
It feature giant tires so you can handle things like packed sand, gravel, and even mountain bike trails.

Number two, the SN100 has a torque sensor to better control the pedaling speed.

And, at number three we have waterproofing, great after a trip to the beach.

Number four, this fat tire e-bike fits in an SUV!

Number five. Dying phone? Charge it while you ride!

At number six, the sn100 is great for hunting trails

And number seven, it has a beefy Mozo suspension fork with 120mm of travel.