I might have been riding the bike for a while before noticing the broken frame. The bike had also been left outside various stores multiple times, always locked. Altogether, I probably rode it for just under 40 kilometers or roughly 4 hours since its delivery. Initially, during my first test ride after unpacking, I observed that steering felt slightly wobbly, particularly around tight curves. I attributed this to the relatively small 14-inch front wheel, as I am more accustomed to larger wheels (the rear wheel is 16 inches).
In hindsight, it’s possible there was a problem with the frame from the beginning, even though I didn’t notice a break initially. I can’t confirm if this is an isolated incident but it’s certainly not encouraging for the promised durability and strength of the frame’s material. Whether Ossby will address this issue remains to be seen. Despite this, I want to highlight that I was mostly satisfied with the bike during the brief period I used it.
Despite the incident, overall some pleasing aspects…
I appreciated the bike’s very quick and easy folding mechanism, which I frequently utilized to bring the Ossby Geo into my apartment after rides. Its asymmetric design allows it to be easily pushed even when folded, which is quite convenient. The five-speed gears and electric drive functioned well, though I would prefer a higher transmission ratio in the top gear for less pedaling at higher speeds. The hydraulic brakes were reliable, although they made loud squeaking noises when used for the first time on a wet road. Both the accompanying app and the optional small Bluetooth remote control with a solar panel appeared simplistic but served their functions adequately. It’s unfortunate that my experience with the Ossby Geo had to end so suddenly.
