Momentum clearly put thought into rider comfort, and the Vida E+ delivers a solid overall experience, though there are a few areas that could improve.
The frame design inspires confidence at speed, with an easy step-over and a cockpit that feels natural. The reach is on the shorter side but never cramped, and the swept-back handlebars kept me upright and comfortable. At 6’1” with a 32” inseam on a size L model, I had full leg extension and a comfortable pedal position. Personally, I wouldn’t have minded a slightly higher bar or an adjustable stem, but the stock setup worked well enough for me.
Aesthetically, the frame looks clean. Our white paint job (Mountain Air color) had that premium, glossy look to it, and the other two color options look sharp as well Caramel Cinnamon and Abyss Black). Cable braiding and headset routing keep the front tidy, and I appreciated the chain guard. That said, the underside could use protection—when I paused pedaling in 7th or 8th gear, the chain can flop down and kiss the chainstays, so a slap guard would help preserve the paint from grease or dings.
The ride benefits from wide tires that add balance and grip, paired with a Suntour XCM suspension fork offering 80mm of travel. The fork felt supportive, using its full range to smooth bumps without sagging under my weight (230 lbs). Overall, the suspension struck a nice balance of plush and supportive.
I was a fan of the touch points: the saddle is supportive and includes a built-in carry handle, and the grips are wide, ergonomic, and comfortably textured at the finger tips.
The color display is compact, and I had trouble seeing it in direct sunlight without engaging the headlight, which boosts the brightness. It lets you cycle between speed, cadence, odometer, and more. When paired with Giant’s RideControl app, you can adjust speed settings, run diagnostics, or mount your phone for a larger display with GPS navigation and Strava integration. The app also features a password lock, although I’ve had some trouble with it and am working with Momentum to confirm its functionality.
The Vida E+ leans cruiser, but comes alive as a commuter with some add-ons we were sent to try. I think some features—like a throttle and integrated lights—should be standard, while fenders and mirrors are nice but optional. The MIK-compatible racks are excellent: 33 lbs up front and 55 lbs in the rear. They accept a wide range of quick-mount accessories.
I also liked Momentum’s G-2 clip pannier system. It’s secure, easy to release, and spacious with a 20L roll-top design, and water-repellent materials (which we got first-hand experience there; thank you monsoon season!) that doubles as a backpack with the included strap.
As Momentum is part of the Giant family that means Vida riders have access to one of the largest dealer networks, making service and support pretty easy.
