Xiaomi bikes are gaining more and more popularity among riders. The company produces children's and adult mijia qicycle and himo bikes with wheel sizes of 14-16 inches, which are great not only for the urban environment, but also for easy off-road use. And for the right choice of your new Xiaomi bike, you need to familiarize yourself with the model range.
Instead of the foreword
Xiaomi is widely known as a manufacturer of portable electronics. Under this brand, other things are produced, such as backpacks and scooters. But they are produced by other companies, controlled by Xiaomi. That is, the product is obtained the same quality as the main products, and pricing is maintained. This allows you to produce a wide range of bicycles.
Popular models
Everyone can find a suitable Xiaomi bike.
Xiaomi Seven Small Bai Child Yo Car
The Xiaomi Seven Runbike is designed for the smallest riders. Such transport will accelerate the physical development of a "completely beginner" cyclist, not to mention the significant health benefits of the baby. The design of the bike is very ergonomic, while movement does not require much effort. The model is completely devoid of sharp corners and edges - the safety of a young driver is above all.
The model is absolutely hypoallergenic and small in weight. In addition, many color options are available.
The front of the runbike has 2 wheels, and the back has 1. The disadvantage of this design is that the speed when cornering should be low, otherwise the wheel may be torn off the road. At the same time, the wheels do not have spokes to increase safety.
Xiaomi Mijia 700Kids Child Deformable Balance Car Tricycle 2 In 1
Mijia 700Kids - a transitional model on the way to the "adult" 2-wheeled bicycle. A distinctive feature - it can be used both as a runbike and as a 3-wheeled bicycle.
The front wheel is one, and it has removable pedals. There are 2 rear wheels, and thanks to the large track, the transport is very stable. The wheels are completely closed, which completely eliminates the possibility of injury.
The model is made of environmentally friendly plastic Q195 with additives that increase strength. Thanks to this, the mass is a little more than 6 kg. And also there is the ability to adjust the height of the seat.
The bike has several color options that will delight young bikers. By the way, the model is folding.
Xiaomi QiCycle Children Bike KD-12
Although the Children Bike KD-12 is intended for older children, it can also serve as a 2-year-old rider. The main advantage is the detachable carriage with front sprocket, pedals and chain drive. Thus, this children's 2-wheeled bicycle turns into a runbike. This transport is perfect for children with a height of 90-110 cm.
The carriage assembly is supported by 5 screws, and it is easily removable. It can be put in only one position, which greatly simplifies assembly even for inexperienced people.
This model is equipped with pneumatic tires that are better suited for everyday use.. The wheels are solid, that is, the greatest safety when moving. The chain drive is completely closed, so clothing is completely excluded.
A hand brake is mounted on the rear wheel. Regardless of the use case, it remains, which ensures safety. The seat can be adjusted in height. Different color options are available.
The disadvantages of this model include the lack of wings and stands.
Further development of the model is Xiaomi Ninebot Kids Bike. She already has 14-inch wheels with spokes and a fixed carriage.
The bike is perfect for boys 4-6 years old.
Xiaomi QiCycle
The bike is designed for people with a height of 180-190 cm and a weight of up to 100 kg. It is equipped with a 250 W electric motor built into the front wheel. The mass of the bike itself is 14.5 kg.
Pneumatic tires measuring 16 x 1.75 inches provide sufficient comfort when driving on flat roads. If desired, you can put tires 2.25 inches wide.
A battery capacity of 5.8 Ah lasts up to 45 km. At the same time, there is no trigger or throttle, the engine helps the rider only when pedaling. The battery is inside the bike frame. Wherein It can be charged both on a bicycle and separately. Charging time is approximately 3 hours.
It is very easy to remove, which simplifies the life of both riders and not too decent citizens. Be careful.
The power of the electric motor can be adjusted from the on-board computer, which can also read the distance traveled, show speed and more. But there is a drawback - the computer is only in Chinese. But to understand it is not difficult.
And also the bike can be synchronized with the smartphone via Bluetooth, transmit data to it on-board computer. There is also a flaw here, which is firmware. The official one is installed on the bike using the application from the Play Market, but it does not work correctly. You need to look for good firmware on w3bsit3-dns.com, and install it yourself via your smartphone by downloading the APK file.
The main advantage of this “smart” bike is the pedal force sensor. That is, the bike adjusts engine power not based on cadence, but on the degree of effort. It is much more convenient, and riding such a bike is very pleasant.
You can move around with the help of pedals, this will help 3-speed planetary hub Shimano Nexus 3. It does not require adjustments, it is reliable and has a long service life. But due to the motor-wheel, the bike roll is low, much lower than on ordinary bicycles.
This bike is folding, it has a folding steering wheel, the seat is removed with a pin and the frame is folded in half. The wheels are located opposite each other and are fixed in this position by magnets. They are not very strong, but they cope with their task.In this position, the bike can stand - the role of the third support is performed by the seat post, the end of which is rubberized.
The seat is made by the Italian company Selle Royal, it is beautiful and comfortable, truly royal. There is a marking on the seatpost that helps you adjust the height correctly after folding.
Of the other shortcomings - the wings and the stand do not come in the kit, they need to be bought separately. And also users note the weak light of the headlamp. There are no complaints about the rear size.
Still need to say about the pedals. They are folding, but this is where their virtues end. They have no bearing, so they spin hard. In addition, they are not reliable, and can begin to play and creak after 100 km. The problem is solved only by buying other pedals - any fit.
Xiaomi Himo C20
Very similar to QiCycle, but with some differences. This bike is already closer to the Mountain Bike class, it has 20-inch wheels. The bike is equipped with a 250 W electric motor, which is located in the rear wheel. The frame has a built-in 360 Wh battery, which lasts up to 80 km. It charges about 6 hours.
The gearshift mechanism is familiar, parallelogram. The frame is made of aluminum alloy, so the weight of the bike is 21 kg. Both disc brakes.
The bike is also folding, it has a folding steering wheel and the seat is removed along with the pin. But, unlike QiCycle, the frame is solid.
The feature of this bike is the seatpost, which can work like a pump. And there is also a full range of lighting equipment, which is powered by a main battery.
There is already a stand, but the manufacturer forgot about the wings, which is a drawback.
Xiaomi Himo electric bicycle T1
Flagship bike model. Actually, this is an electric scooter with pedals.
This model has a 350 W rear motor wheel, which is powered by a 14 Ah battery. In the largest configuration, the power reserve can be 120 km. And also the model is equipped with hydraulic brakes.
Due to the specific landing, pedaling on an electric bike is difficult, but it is unlikely that such a need arises.
The on-board computer is responsible for the driving modes. And also there is the ability to switch the headlamp from low to high.
At the same time, the bike is completely complete - there is a stand, wings, and a trunk. But the price corresponds to the flagship.
Conclusion
Xiaomi bikes would be a good choice for riders. They fold comfortably, can travel for a long time without recharging and maintain the rider's correct posture. But additional accessories need to be bought separately. And you also have to look for suitable firmware on third-party sites yourself. Well, we’re learning the Chinese language as a bonus - you need to understand the bike computer.
Next you will find an overview of the Xiaomi QiCycle electric bike.
