Melissa and I are having a baby, and with every baby comes challenges. Fortunately, some of these challenges are overcome by buying new bikes. That's why Melissa and I test rode a Larry vs. Harry Bullitt provided by Vie Bikes.

The Bullitt was equipped with a BionX D-Series electric assist motor and decked out with full lighting, side paneling, cover, and Yepp compatible rear rack.

During my 24 hour test period I rode 30 miles up and down many of San Francisco's challenging bike routes. I rode both during the day and at night. I tried to cover as many use cases as possible. In the end, I had the most amazing experience I've ever had riding a bike.

*note: Product testing is dangerous. Do not attempt to recreate this testing regimen on your own.

First Impressions

After a couple false starts it became very apparent that the Bullitt handled like a bike, but was not a bike as I knew it to be. Because of the weight of the vehicle the rider has less control by manipulating their body weight (like you would when riding no handed). This puts more emphasis on balancing the bike by steering it. Additionally, the front wheel is a further out than with a typical bike. This has the effect of dampening the turning sensation. These factors took some getting used to.

However, after a few tries I was up and peddling around. A few minutes later I felt comfortable enough to take on traffic.

Comfort