Segway MiniLITE Review | Not a hoverboard
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2018
- This is a review of the Segway MiniLITE, which if you're considering a hoverboard, then you should consider this. This review comes from having ridden over 120 miles on this device, so you could say it's a "long-term" use review. Is this a good choice for kids? Yes!
Better than a hoverboard? Indeed. And safer in my opinion.
Is it a good choice for adults? It depends...
If you have specific questions please leave those in the comments section and I"ll try to answer them. Seriously, familiarize yourself with the safety features and abide by them.
Segway MiniLITE: geni.us/15yIY7 (Amazon)
Purchased during a cyber deal for ~259USD
Rider Requirements: Age 6+ Height 3’7”-5’11” (110-180 cm) Weight 22-176 lbs (10-80 kg)
Unit Dimensions: L×W×H Weight 22×10×23 in (55×26×59 cm) ~28 lbs (12.5 kg)
Max. Speed ~10 mph (16 km/h)
Typical Range ~11 miles (18 km)
Max. Climbing Angle 10°
IP54 Water Resistant
Battery Max. Charge Time 3 Hours
Nominal Voltage 36 VDC
Max. Charging Voltage 42 VDC
Charging Temperature 32-104°F (0-40°C)
Nominal Capacity 155 Wh
Battery Management System: Over and under-voltage, short circuit and over-heating protection. Auto-sleep and auto-wake.
Motors Nominal 350×2 W Power Max. Power 700×2 W
My Primary Camera - geni.us/oMlHB9b (Amazon)
Prime Lens 16mm - geni.us/Xbpn (Amazon)
Prime Lens 30mm - geni.us/Pxdp (Amazon)
Zoom Lens - geni.us/OeCA (Amazon)
SmallRig Setup- geni.us/tcwWC (Amazon)
GoPro - geni.us/CNSSlOS (Amazon)
Joby Gorilla Pod- geni.us/c7mJQ4d (Amazon)
Here’s the mic- geni.us/tj8Ja (Amazon)
Peak Design Clutch - geni.us/Q8P2FDa (Amazon)
Mavic Pro - geni.us/QEzR (Amazon)
Podcasting equipment:
Handheld Recorder: geni.us/vpG6L (Amazon)
Podcast Mic: geni.us/WEEe6 (Amazon)
Boom Stand: geni.us/pmvD (Amazon)
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Kevin Ross
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About to pull the trigger on one of these for my son, or the pro so I can have fun too. Excellent video with some great information! Thanks!
Thanks so much. You both are going to love it! Good luck and let me know what you think.
You're so comfortable very informative and clear, very straight Forward and honest. 👍
You'll definitely get honest here. Appreciate the comment. Are you looking/interested in something for yourself or a kiddo? Just curious.
I have a ninebot mini and haven't tried it yet still in the closet but im inspired by your video to take it out for a fun spin. 😀
You go take that thing out for a spin as soon as you can. Let it fly! Just be safe out there 😉
There are two Segway mini lites left at the Yuma, Az Wal-Mart on Ave B and 24th St. Price $154 on clearance
Fantastic video. There's almost no reviews of the lite version on CZcams. Especially from an adult perspective. very informative and succinct.
Thanks! I'm actually going to be using it today to get around town. Still rocks for what I need it for.
Best of luck with your decision!
I'm thinking my next step into the electric vehicle world is probably the ninebot z10. That thing looks dope.
@@notsry8073 someone at my office ordered that... If I can get a chance to ride it, I'll report back. 🤞
Wow Kevin,excellent adult video perspective. Bought two of them at a movie prop sale.They are practically new but I am too heavy for these models. All questions I had were answered . Thank you for taking the time to do this video !
Well it's my pleasure. Glad you found it helpful... To bad you can't ride yours... So you haven't tried it yet?
@@KevinRossRN No, I just got them yesterday,but you know what, I will try to ride one anyway .
I also have a Mavic 2 zoom
@@jerrylvega2878 interested to see what you think... Be careful 👊
@@jerrylvega2878 oh that's awesome... Been meaning to get my Mavic back up in the air. Good time to do it with all this social distancing happening now. 😁
Thanks for what i think is a through review. I feel better about the purchase listening to your comments. :)
That's awesome John. Keep me posted on what you think. It's been almost a year since purchasing it and my kids were actually out riding it today.
I of course still use it around town when I can "borrow" it from them.
kool bro i like my e 300 razor but i would love to try this great informative video
That's awesome on the e300. I've definitely seen those around my neighborhood. I'd like to have that extra speed that the e300 has, but the Segway is still a lot of fun.
Thank you for being very informative .
Thank you! Happy to help.
I know the weight says somewhere around 175 is the ideal weight. However, on amazon reviews someone explained that they had purchased before realizing the maximum weight 176, but he was well over that weight. What are your thoughts and advice ?
I've had friends that are also over the 175 lbs (180s-200) ride it. It functions and it's not as if it is slow. I believe this is Ninebot's/Segway's threshold to ensure that the motors can respond safely to keep the rider upright. The more force that's applied to the Segway (miniLite), the harder it can be for the motors to compensate to respond if the rider becomes unbalanced.
Again, my friends didn't report that they felt unsafe or as if the Segway wasn't holding them. The motors are definitely powerful, but the point of difference between the Segway and a hoverboard is how the motors work to provide balance throughout...
The "pro" level models I realize are a bit of a step up in price, so I know it may be an easier financial decision for the miniLite. What's the weight of the rider you're researching this for?
im 5'10 and I have no problem navigating this (Ninebot Mini Lite). Took me all of 5 mins to get the hang of using my calfs and leaning a certain way to turn. purchased this to be my "last mile" transportation vehicle. It's durable and affordable. This fits the bill. im very optimistic I've found what I've been looking for.
Awesome! Best of luck with your continued commute (and fun).
Hello! What would you reccomend for segway care. I have some scratches on my white model and i cant get it off with clorox wipes which usually gets rid of MOST scratches
Have you tried magic erasers? amzn.to/2EXygKO
very good and detailed video 👍
Thanks! Hope it helped. 👊
I've used the MiniPro for over a year now. Fits better in the airplane than a bicycle too. Less than $350 too.
I am also 69 yrs old.
That is so awesome. And, yes, I didn't even highlight the portability factor. Keep cruising!
Great video but you should get the handlebar attachment like the one I have on my channel makes it way more fun
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We still zip around on this thing. I may have to check that out. 🤘
You can get the ninebot z10 it’s a one wheel which goes 45km/h
I'm going to check that out. 👍
Hello I can't decide if I should buy an mini lite or mini pro I am around 175 and don't know which to buy what would you recommend and will I be able to control it with my knees or am I too tall
The recommendations I suggest in the video are taken from the manufacturer. I've certainly had friends at that weight and 6 feet+ ride a mini. There's always a guideline to follow and really what Ninebot wants to ensure is that you get the full benefit of the motors (~700W total) to keep you vertical since each motor powers in a way to make sure you are upright.
I've also definitely watch adults around my neighborhood that were going door-to-door using the minilite and some of them were certainly over those recommended limits.
Looking more for commuting or just tooling around?
I recently acquired a used Ninebot Mini - probably a variant intended for the Chinese market. Very similar looking to this MiniLite which I'm guessing is under their Segway branding for the Western market. The tyre walls do say max 30PSI but certain websites as well as the app's Live Support Chat informed me that the recommended pressure is 45-50 PSI. At 30PSI, the tyres have a flat rectangular car-like profile, whereas at 45+PSI, it becomes rounded like a motorbike/bicycle tyre.
And is the app and the actual mini working for you so far?
good video just bought a minilite i should have done more research before buying .i hate the limited mode how much you have to ride to unlock the limited mode?there is definately a learning curve.before i had
What's the limited mode
@thegnomegang6825 it’s more of an introductory mode…it goes slower so that you can get used to it.
Sometimes when i use it it just spins automatically and when i get off of it it keeps spinning. How to i fix this?
Are you using the Ninebot app for it to help with calibration? It should just work right out of the box without issue. To clarify are you saying it's just rolling upright along the terrain without you on it?
Also, do you have to change tires every year or so? If so, then where should i buy it?
I haven't changed the tires...there's still tread on them and I have A LOT of miles on this thing. There are various vendors online that sell scooter and segway tires, but again you're likely going to get thousands of miles on the originals.
I ended up "borrowing" this Segway from my kid...months ago actually. You're welcome.
I trade any you want for a Segway with handlebar.
Kevin Ross ok
i am wondering if the steering bar on the miniPRO is still comfortable for chidren.....great video tho
I don't see why it wouldn't work... A little bigger, yes, but I suppose it depends on the age/size of the kiddo.
@@KevinRossRN thanks
@@totallynotjude8309 my pleasure. Best of luck with your decision.
Thanks. I almost made a big mistake by getting one of these. I’m 6 ft and 225 lbs and think the “Pro” is a better choice.
Did you end up getting the pro?
@@KevinRossRN No, not yet. Waiting for a good deal on Craigslist !
And hey, with the holidays coming up, they always seem to run deals.
at around the 1:12 minute mark he mentions the height limitationis 5,11". Now my friend just bought a miniLITE and have used it plenty of times, I stand at 6'6 so I dont know what kind of height limitation you are tlking about because i can ride one just like anybody else.
It's just a manufacturer's "range": www.segway.com/media/2364/25667-00001_minilite-factsheet_rev-aa.pdf
But, glad to know that you can ride it.
I’m 6’7” 225lbs and ride my minilite all over lol
Do you have to link it with a phone (after you get past beginner mode)? For example, if my kids want to use it (they don't have a phone), do they have to take my phone with them while riding?
No, not at all. It doesn't need the phone (app) to actually operate. You can just "unlock" the beginner mode from the app (your phone), and it'll work without that limitation every time you turn the Segway on.
@@KevinRossRN how to get past safety video to pair to phone, safety video to long so Bluetooth stop pairing
@@se7encapadon Same problem! Did you figure this out?
@@TylerDigital I emailed company and they said I had to send them the model number and some other stuff I can’t remember, and then I forgot all about it, glad you messaged, now I can send them the info they need and maybe they can reset it or something, will keep you posted
I was considering the Segway Ninebot S Smart Self-Balancing Electric Scooter for steadycam opertion. But, I'm leaning towards the Halo Rover X Electric Hoverboard Bluetooth 8.5". It's the terrain capabilities that appeal to me. if you agree this is the better choice, please don't hesitate to confirm or disagree.
I’m not sure about the Halo Rover. The balancing features of the motors in the Segways are definitely helpful.
I did do some filming in a skate park one time and decided to test how far I could push those motors. It didn’t go well. 💥
I ended up getting thrown off. My gimbal and camera survived, but lens took a beating. I was able to gaff tape the lens back together though. Still works.
It was totally my fault though. Just be careful on those things. I do probably have several hundred miles on the Segway where I was using my camera, without incident, so there is that 🤷♂️
Just concerned about the knee controller, is this adjustable for adults ?
Unfortunately, no. However, fortunately (in my opinion) the bar is very responsive. You don't need to "push" it very hard. It doesn't take much to get it to turn. Are you concerned you may be too tall for the mini?
@@KevinRossRN I am 1.81m tall and the idea of this segway is to control it within your knee area, if its to low it may be harder to control, the Pro version offers that feature so it may be better option for adults.
@@miguelangelo542 Gotcha. And yes, the Pro may be better suited if you're looking for that option. Best of luck with whatever you do decide. 👍
I’m 6’7” and think I might try to widen the bar with a add on pad or something but other than having to lean on it a little more deliberately in stock form I have no issue
Good Review.....BUT whats that sound at 9:24? lol
Thanks...I believe that was when I was literally putting my feet down (forward) as I was talking through the demonstration and may have brushed up against the leg of the desk...per my recall that is 😀
HFXDronePilot Canada, NS, Halifax 😜
Anyone know where to get replacement batteries for these? Thanks
Is ninebot not selling a replacement? I haven’t checked, but I can look around.
What happens if I keeps beeping and moving back without u even being on it
Is that the issue you're having? Like, is it moving backward without you being on it?
How long do you charge it for
Great question... If I've drained it to almost 10% (or lower), I typically leave it charging for about 3 hours, which is when the indicator light goes green.
However when I charge it after going short distances it'll take anywhere from an hour or two at most... Like if the battery is at about 40-50%.
Hope this helps.
How do you pair this damn thing to phone, keep saying I gotta watch a damn safety video but the Bluetooth stop searching b4 the video ends so never connects??? Please help😞
This must be something new. Aren’t you able to watch the video without pairing?
I’ll have to try and start from scratch to see what issues may be popping up since this video is a couple years old.
@@KevinRossRN when I first open app it lets me sign in then it say search for vehicle and when I search is when it finds it and starts to try and connect to Bluetooth and then the safety video pops up at same time so while watching video the parring time runs out and then like 5 secs afterwards the video stop. How do I get to safety video in the app to watch without searching for vehicle?
Are you trying this on an iOS device, or Android?
@@KevinRossRN iOS
continueing 10 miles per hour in slow i wich they could do something to increase the speed
Well the pro versions have a little more speed, and I agree, I wish they could bump it up a bit more. It's just that the motor that keeps you upright is limited in its power.
Essentially sacrificing some power/speed for distance (battery life).
You can upgrade speed
What if your 185? Is it a deal breaker?
There have been users of the minilite on here that are taller and heavier... It's just the manufacturer recommended limit. I've had friends over that weight limit ride without issue.
I’m 6’ and 235 no issues
Sweet! Great to know and many thanks for sharing this with us. 👊💥
Roughly how long does the battery last?
So, roughly 10-11 miles, however are you asking about standby time, or if you happen to ride it for short periods at a time?
Kevin Ross I’m asking like if your driving the Segway at an average speed how much time would it last
A couple of examples:
When I've cruised around town at an "average" speed, here and there to meetings, it would last a couple of days, but based on the fact that I didn't go over the 10-11 mile threshold during those couple of days.
Another example: My kids have been riding around on it in the neighborhood back and forth to friend's houses and it's still rocking the original charge from about a week ago.
It really comes down to the distance, which you can see in the app. It'll tell you how many miles are remaining on the charge.
Kevin Ross ok thanks I just needed to know whether it would be enough or would I have to buy the mini pro
@@damianpolakovs8139 gotcha 👍
Ok bro
I have a smart phone but no internet in public. I only have internet at home. Do I need wifi to use the app at all times? Does it have anti theft? Great video! I'm an older adult like you and I just picked one of these up. Can't wait to check it out!!! Thanks for the info.
Thanks so much for the questions. So the app/minilite connects via bluetooth. So you should be good there. Once you turn on the minilite just open up the app (ninebot) and it'll scan for any devices nearby. Just connect and you'll be able to see the data there and also customize a few features.
I should have addressed this question in the video, but the minilite unfortunately doesn't have a lock feature like the minipro does. There is a password you can use with the app every time you connect the device to your phone, but again, it's not an "anti-theft" feature. The minipro can be locked via the app and will essentially render the Segway unridable. It beeps, it won't balance, and basically just won't move in any direction as it is designed.
The serial number is available via the app and I just kept a screen shot of it just in case I needed to verify ownership.
I'd be curious to hear how your experience is with it. I'm seeing more and more of them out and about as of late.
@@KevinRossRN Thanks that helps! Maybe I'll make a video. Peace bro!
@@raptorgames9 That would be awesome. Let me know if you do. 👊
How.much is this
I believe I picked this up for around $299USD.
None of the three models of Segway minis are going to go faster than 11 miles an hour. Keep a driveway reflecting stick with you not only to help keep cars away from your, but when you're walking your mini, or if you're low on battery power, you literally help push it along with the stick, no need to carry it, except up and down stairs.
I have to add, ninebot makes painfully paper-thin tires, broken glass cuts them easily so everyone needs a put green stuff in their tires from the beginning of owning them... Or purchase hybrid tires which are larger and thicker!!!👍
You can upgrade speed
I’m 6 foot, five and 280 pounds seems to get up to 15 mph with me
OK 180 pounds
Oh really? Good to know.
You think this is better or worse than an electric scooter? I think scooters go about 15mph.
The one thing I do really like about the segway is that your hands are free. I've ridden electric scooters, and yes, they are faster, which I do like the speed.
The minilite also has great stability and responsiveness though.
What's your use case? Fun, commuting, both?
Hey my friend I am from Uganda I need a charger for ninebot s
Did you check out the ones they sell on Amazon?
You know I'm here in the Uganda so I don't know Amazon
@AliWinter-ew6mm AliExpress has them for a few dollars and they’re international.
@@KevinRossRN Mr KevinRossRN I don't have a but I can get it how many dollars
@@KevinRossRN I don't have but I can get it how many dollars
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Hello to you. 👊
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9:24
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WHAT IS THE APP CALLLED !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Segway - Ninebot. Info should be with the Segway in the manual as well.
LOL 😂 250$ now
Safety Crew hat and no helmet. JK
You got me there 😉
@@KevinRossRN Just messing with you, bro. I never wear a helmet when I'm on my Segway either. On my electric longboard I do, but the top speed on that is way higher.
yeah, for e-skate, most definitely.
Hey man, I thought I knew you...well, knew you from CZcams. I remember watching you SL-60W video...which I think was well over a year (maybe almost two) ago. Good to see you pop back up.
Lowering your carbon footprint by using coal powered electricity😂