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CitizenCycle via YouTube
https://www.tonnerrey.com/?ref=Citizen (affiliate link)
$150 Discount Code: CITIZEN150
Unboxing, assembly, full review and mods of the Tonnerrey (Thunder) T8 — a 60V dual-motor ebike priced under $1,000 with surprisingly strong hill climb power and an unlocked top speed of 34–35 MPH. I test top speed, hill climbs, acceleration, brakes, PAS behavior, and show simple mods that improved the ride (tires, grips, removing PAS, removing rear rack). Honest pros & cons, real-world performance, and how to unlock the higher top speed.
Highlights:
Affordable 60V dual motor ebike under $1,000 ( Citizen150 discount code saves $150)
Factory top speed: 28 MPH (class 3)
Unlocked top speed: 34–35 MPH (for off-road use only)
Battery: 60V 30A pack — combined motors near 3000W
Controllers: Front 18A / Rear 21A
Tires: 20×4" fat tires (I swapped to slick street tires with tan sidewalls)
Weight: ~89–93 lbs depending on mods
Load capacity: 330 lb
Features: twist throttle, 7-speed, PAS (cadence), headlight/tail + turn signals, horn
Notable issues: strong PAS kick-in, no brake cutoffs (manufacturer plans update), basic grips, non-adjustable fork, rear seat/rack bulky
Timestamps:
0:00 Intro & price
0:50 First impressions / assembly
1:55 Specs overview
2:45 Factory top speed test (28 MPH)
3:32 Hill climb tests
5:10 Acceleration & brakes
7:00 PAS behavior & safety notes (no brake cutoffs)
10:03 Modifications planned
12:44 Unlocking top speed procedure
13:37 Unlocked speed test (34–35 MPH)
15:50 Post-mod ride & weight savings
17:43 Final likes & dislikes
20:00 Outro
Links & Resources:
• Product page https://www.tonnerrey.com/?ref=Citizen (affiliate link)
• Discount code (save $150): [CITIZEN150] — check product page for details
• Recommended mods & parts I used:
Brown Grips https://amzn.to/4qs9X9l (amazon affiliate)
Tan Sidewall Street Tires https://amzn.to/45i40DH (amazon affiliate)
Bar-end mirrors https://amzn.to/3LxDZcP (amazon affiliate)
Small storage bag https://amzn.to/4qUkk5K (amazon affiliate)
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