HOVSCO HovScout
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Facts
Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the HOVSCO HovScout. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
8 reasons to buy
- Experts praise the HOVSCO HovScout’s comfortable ride.
- The 80mm suspension fork has preload adjustment and lockout.
- Experts relish the throttle-only power, one overcoming a short 20% ramp and reaching 17mph on a 12% hill.
- Reviewers praise the measured power delivery.
- Testers compliment the look of the paint job and tidy frame welds.
- The hydraulic disc brakes provide good stopping power in testing.
- The HovScout has an above-average 450lb payload capacity.
- Reviewers say the display is simple and easy to read.
8 reasons not to buy
- All reviewers complain about the uncomfortable narrow saddle.
- HOVSCO rates the HovScout for 5’3” to 6’2”, but riders at the low end are unlikely to fit.
- One tester covers just 14 miles in an off-road range test.
- The cheap rear suspension isn’t adjustable, which greatly reduces its performance.
- With just 80mm of front travel, the suspension fork isn’t suited to anything but light off-roading.
- The supplied rear light is externally powered.
- Several users report poor experiences with HOVSCO customer support.
- The HovScout’s highest gear (14/42t) is unsuitable for pedaling at speeds over 20mph.
