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Oct 13, 2023

Sometimes it’s the littlest things that make all the difference.Good and bad.Like removing a single card from the bottom row of a house of cards.Or...

Modmo - A new (and improved) journey

Oct 13, 2023

Great news eBike enthusiasts! Modmo is back better than ever, moving effortlessly forward under new ownership. Previous product problems have been solved so you can...

Inside MODMO's heads up handlebar display

Aug 11, 2022

We built a handlebar display into both our models of ebike (the Saigon S and the Saigon+) that will allow you to monitor data about...

The Saigon S and Saigon+ explained

Aug 03, 2022

Both our ebike models are designed with specific kinds of cyclists in mind, with different specs and different price points, but the same core features...

RETHINK

Highlighting the ways in which MODMO and other organisations are pushing boundaries and rethinking set norms in our industries

The bicycle apparel brands using recycled materials

Jul 28, 2022

Our industry is rapidly evolving, as players from across bicycles, parts and apparel continue to push its boundaries. For this month’s RETHINK, we are featuring...

Stolen Ride: rethinking bicycle theft safety

May 26, 2022

As ebikes gain popularity worldwide, our industry is forever propelling itself forward. Enter RETHINK, a series where we highlight both our own work and the...

The carbon belt drive, rethinking the drive train

Mar 01, 2022

An in-depth look at the carbon belt drive, as part of our RETHINK series, a collection of articles where we highlight our own work and...

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Nice Cap Mate

blog · Oct 13, 2023

Sometimes it’s the littlest things that make all the difference.
Good and bad.
Like removing a single card from the bottom row of a house of cards.
Or pulling a tiny thread on your jumper.
Or going for “just one” biscuit from the tin.
Then all of a sudden, what seemed like a fairly innocent decision, is a complete disaster and everything comes crashing down around you.

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Nice Cap Mate

Oct 13, 2023

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Nice Cap Mate

Oct 13, 2023

Sometimes it’s the littlest things that make all the difference.Good and bad.Like removing a single card from the bottom row of a house of cards.Or...

Modmo - A new (and improved) journey

Oct 13, 2023

Great news eBike enthusiasts! Modmo is back better than ever, moving effortlessly forward under new ownership. Previous product problems have been solved so you can...

What is Eurobike and why are we going?

Jun 22, 2022

In mid-July, MODMO will be going to Frankfurt for Eurobike 2022, one of the world’s biggest annual festivals for the bicycle and mobility space. We will be exhibiting our...

Our Industry

Insights into our products and our industry

Cities for cyclists: Singapore

Feb 20, 2022

Next in our Cities for Cyclists series is Singapore, one of Asia’s more bicycle-friendly cities with some beautiful scenic places to visit on two wheels.

COP26: Why e-bikes should be part of the discussion

Nov 15, 2021

As the world meets to accelerate climate action going forward, e-mobility, and e-bikes in particular, have got to be part of the discussion.

Amazing

What a bike, great specs and well made.Huge bargain with all the extras.

Great E-Bike, Disappointing Customer Experience

I purchased this e-bike after extensive research, and in terms of performance, it truly delivers. The bike is fantastic—smooth riding, battery life, and excellent motor power. For daily commuting or leisure rides, this e-bike checks all the boxes.
Unfortunately, my experience with the company has been far less positive. From the moment I asked for a spare battery, the customer service fell short. They did not respond to my emails, leaving me feeling ignored and unsupported. Shame MODMO team.
Overall, I love the e-bike but can't fully recommend the company due to their lack of support.

My bike has arrived and I am pleased with it although there is no key for the battery and it does not appear to be removable which isn't what I expected and is a security concern. I have stuck black insulation tape across the headlight to prevent glare into my eyes whilst riding. Have emailed to register warranty and enquire about accessories but still waiting for a response....

My second Modmo

I've had the Saigon for 18 months, and have not been disappointed. There have been a few niggles. The first was the battery was dropping in the frame which meant it wouldn't charge or would sometimes not power on. This was fixed with some simple packing between the battery and the battery cap to keep it in position. The second is chain tensioning - with no horizontal dropouts it's impssible to deal with chain stretch and get the ideal tension. An external chain tensioner solved this, and with a new chain and a 16T rear sprocket, it has been an excellent commuter, easily covering 45miles round trip. The mudguard fastenings at the fork crown and seat stay bridge are made of cheese, so I binned the mudgaurds pretty quickly.
I've upgraded now to the Saigon+, or at least the 2024 edition. The frame engineering is significantly better - the ugly welds have gone and the finish is much better. It's heavier, but I do like the Gates drivebelt and does overcome tensioning issues, in fact, eliminates chain maintenance altogether. The Enviolo gearing is an interesting concept - especially for a single-speed rider like myself. Still haven't made my mind up on it yet, but will persevere.
The user manuals need some work. They haven't been updated for all the Saigon and Saigon+ features, so don't have 100% coverage and you have to find a few things out for yourself.
However - Modmo produce solid and reliable commuters, and well worth the money, once you apply one of the many discounts that they make available.

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