NIU KQi Air & Air X First Look: Ultra-Light Carbon Fiber Design!
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- čas přidán 16. 06. 2024
- Mitchell got to be one of the first people ever to ride NIU’s new ultra-light, carbon fiber, luxury electric scooters, the Air & Air X, at the IFA conference in Berlin, Germany! Here are his impressions of these impressive new scooters from his 1 hour of hands-on time. Our full review will be coming soon! Check it out at the link below:
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I hope Niu in the future make it dual motor with suspension and 10in tires with the carbon fiber frame with a footrest
Add a seat and more speed everybody else 25 & up great scooter but could be better
I saw the Apollo City Pro in real life last week OMG it blew my mind. Yhe scooter looks amazing looks 😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃. Im definitely buying it....
Air and Air X lol Apollo probably somewhere laughing. Apollo Air & Air Pro hhhhmm.....
Thank you for your feedback! We set out to design an incredibly light-weight scooter that didn't compromise on performance or comfort. The KQi Air X and Air do have extra wide handlebars, and a wide deck and wide 9.5" tires that will also ensure riding comfort.
@@user-xz9js2um9n Our engineering team were focused on designing a scooter that is impossibly light while still packed with both performance and comfort features. At only 25.8lbs (KQi Air X) it's almost 13lbs/6kg lighter than the Apollo with comparable top speed, range and 9.5" tires. It also has a front disc brake that compared to a drum brake, has superior stopping power. Ultimately we're targeting those who want superior portability with an ultra light scooter that also delivers great performance, comfort and an awesome carbon fiber design :)
Greetings from Berlin, I also test drove. I liked it. It's extremely light. But the price is quite high in my opinion. Great video.
Thanks for watching! -Vosk
Thanks for the feedback! For an ultralight scooter packed with a lot of performance, and other features we believe this is a great price. Don't miss our early bird sale for €/$949.
@@niumobility $949 is a great deal. You also have to keep in mind that there are several versions. There should also be a version with carbon mudguards, which is of course a bit more expensive. The quality is excellent. The performance also convinced me. The KQi Air is definitely the best scooter in this weight class that I have ever ridden. Especially if you have to climb stairs and don't have a lift, it's an excellent choice.
Thanks for your insights :) Did you ride the KQi Air X at Berlin? It includes carbon fiber front and rear fender. @@ElectricCommuter
No, I drove the KQi Air. My video is now also online.@@niumobility
I had my KQi3 Pro no regret buying it!…now comes this carbon fibre I can’t wait to be available soon to make an upgrade….
Great to hear...make sure you don't miss out on our early bird offer of $949. If you're looking for a super light scooter with great performance, this is it :)
'Am waiting for this one really love lightweight as a commuter scooter.
I ride my Kqi3 Pro daily. Close to 2000 miles so far.
We love to hear!
I have the kqi3 max it’s a so awesome scooter and good looking as well
Could you guys try and look into the Segway ninebot F2 E. I have seen the specs and they look really good, but I wanted to know if the specs are really what they say they are.
Greetings from Denmark 🇩🇰
Niu makes very solid products that are maintainable & last long. Good performance for cost too
Nui makes some interesting stuff. I would be really interested in them making something in the medium weight class. Like aim for a 30-35 mph scooter in the 50-60 lb range and see what they can come up with.
NIU is taking orders for their new KQi 300X & KQi 300P on 1-31/2/1. They're coming out with suspensions and larger motors, etc. I'm in!
An Apollo city pro design would be great with IP 66-IP 68!!! AND JUST A BIT LGHTER.🎉😊
@8_x_9. the city pro is nice in a lot of ways but it's heavier than the 50-60 lb range independent testing weighs then in at 68-69 lbs top speed of 31 mph too so nice there. It's just a bit more heavy than I would want to carry up 5 stories of stairs in the commercial building (20 feet floors) where I work.
Don't waste your money on something that goes only 20PMH. For $1399 you can get something that goes over 28PMH.
I would love to try out the scooter just to see how it feels riding it. Coming from the kqi3 pro, the concept of riding a scooter with similar performance, but it’s almost 20lbs lighter is INSANE. That’s what I call engineering
The KQi Air X/KQi Air has an exception power-to-weight ratio. Our engineering team's focus was on reducing the weight as far as possible while also enhancing performance! :)
@@niumobilityand That's the perfect way to go. I don't see the point in making heavier and heavier scooters. You have built my dream scooter and I really want it! When on September 19th can I pre order?
I'm looking forward to seeing what they come up with for a dual motor scooter with some suspension.
Absolutely! -Vosk
Thanks for your insights! For the KQi Air X and KQi Air we focused on engineering an incredibly light weight scooter that still packs a punch and comfortable to ride! :)
@@niumobility But how durable is it with pothole encounters? Not all roads/ routes are in perfect condition.
Carbon is very stiff but also brittle when it comes to impacts.
@Killernomand We've carried out a lot of testing on this scooter to ensure overall quality and durability that you see on our other KQi scooters. Carbon fiber is also 3 times stronger than aluminum
Man if NIU made a KQI4 in the light heavy-weight class. You know something with some suspension and a 30 ish mile per hour top speed, I would be all over that thing
Holy cow. I was about 90% sure the fliud horizon was gonna be my 3rd scooter (and it still might be), but this looks incredibly promising so far. Plus, we already have a Niu store here in Hawaii, so I wouldn't have to worry about shipping costs. Not crazy about the 20mph top speed tho, but it looks super comfortable to ride. Love the NFC unlock too. I guess the major difference between the Air and Air X is the amount of carbon fiber used?
The KQi Air X frame is built from a single piece of carbon fiber, ensuring great structural strength and removing any welding. It's also only 25.8lbs versus the KQi Air which is 26.2lbs, while still being packed with a ton of features (front disc brake, 700 watt max motor, wide deck, wide handlebars, 9.5" tires just to name a few!) Our engineering team went to great lengths to research and design an ultra portable scooter that doesn't compromise on performance or comfort - we've gone through many design iterations and plenty of testing to really perfect the KQi Air X. Hope that helps!
@@niumobility very cool. Build quality has definitely become more important to me recently.
Hey there Just want to let you know I have a fluid horizon picked it up a couple years ago it has over 2k miles on it and all i have done was replaced the front tube and tire once and it still rides great. I have a much bigger 72 volt but still use the Horizon couple time a week to ride to the store. It is a solid scooter for the price very simple design
@@jamesotjen6725 No definitely, the horizon fills so many checkboxes for me that I'm bummed I didn't pickup as my 1st or 2nd scooter. Main problem rn is that Fluid doesn't ship to Hawaii. Only found one other site so far that carries only the smaller battery version, and I'd have to pay extra (a little over $1000 total).
Hey there, sorry to hear that , must be an amazing place to ride though. Ride safe @@Atestinal
The KQi3 Pro is a pretty solid ride. I’m assuming that everything is similar with the KQi Air based on released power specifications. I especially like the fact it’s using 21700 LG cells, even though the pack is a bit smaller (451.2Wh versus 486Wh). It’ll probably maintain top speed longer as the battery depletes, and will have less sag which will prevent premature voltage cut-off.
I like it 😁
Yes! 21700 LG cells have a higher energy density and will ensure a longer battery life and extended riding!
@@niumobilitycan you comment on why LiPo batteries aren't used in scooters to reduce weight?
@@justinn8642 The 21700 battery has a bigger specific energy capacity than a Lithium polymer. This means at the same capacity, a 21700 battery will be lighter.
Brakes are different i would like to have rear brake
The slide latch is really the way forward designwise for SO many scooters. Something like the segway max g2 with a centered hook and that slide latch would be killer. I wonder if it's a design only lightweight scooters can use or if it's robust enough for heavier scooters? Maybe time will tell.
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Nice carbon fiber scooter, awesome review👍
Glad you liked it
I bought a $200 escooter from target for kids. And even it weighs more than this!
I really hope they send you guys the first model of that GOTRAX GX3. I’m excitied for that review!
We are testing it very soon!
We meant it when we said light! 😎
this is so cool i have the kqi3 sport!!
I've got the KQi3 MAX in my garage at home. I'm just (long term) borrowing it though :-) -Paul
I'm looking forward to see carbon frames in hyperscooters like Nami, Kaabo etc.
Kaabo can’t even do proper (casted) parts, I wouldn’t trust them with carbon either 😅
Scooters are slim but with non folding handlebars they are as wide or almost as wide as a bike and this makes storage more awkward. I do have an etwow (Uscooters) sport scooter and even though handlebars are thin anyway they fold, it can’t be beaten on portability (1 metre long, 15cm wide when folded!) but it seems solid handlebars are what everyone is going for and calling them ultra portable due to weight. These new Kqi scooters look great as do their current models though :)
Thanks for this feedback. We did prioritize an ultra light design while ensuing great city performance and riding comfort. We hope the KQi Air X and KQi Air will set new benchmarks for the light weight category!
@@niumobilityreally wish we can have some premium compact folding style models like fluid.
I've wanting a carbon fiber scooter since day one.
We hope you like the exposed carbon fiber design! The KQi Air will have a shiny finish, whilst the KQi Air X will have a matte finish.
That's what I like to hear. Scooter companies investing in new and better technology concerning portability and improved commuter features.
Thank you! The KQi Air X and KQi Air is setting new benchmarks for the lightweight category - this isn't just a scooter that's now ultra portable but still packs great performance with a lot of features.
Really loving the scooter's lightness. I mean, it really sounds light from what I hear in this video. Ultra light in the lightweight class. And carbon fibre, wow, soo much lighter and other materials that are not light. Even looks light.
If only there was some measurable scale to help convey exactly how light weight the scooter is.
The KQi Air X is 25.8lbs (11.7kg) , and the KQi Air is 26lbs (11.9kg). Oh...did we mention it's light? :D
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Hi guys If you don't mind i would love for you to do a review of the vsett nine plus soon😊
No plans on that scooter yet!
Unfortunate, I was looking forward to seeing niu put out a dual motor with suspension at this conference ! I have a Max and it’s almost perfect but it’s really missing a suspension in my opinion.
I have the max, I’d like to see the suspension added too, I don’t need super long range, light weight with shocks absorbers would be fantastic !
I agree compleatly!!!
Hopefully in the future! -Vosk
Thanks for the feedback. We prioritized lightweight portability without compromising on the performance and comfort that you commonly see removed from this category of scooter. With the 9.5" tires and wide deck we do think this is still a great comfortable ride. We hope you'll try it one day!
@@gudel45 You got the wrong scooter lol
0:30 We knew that Niu would go in a new direction 😂 🎶 niu niu niu
We can tell you're definitely not Niu around here... ;)
26 lbs and possibly 20 mile range? That's amazing. Looking forward to the proper review.
Thanks! Us too. -Vosk
No Suspension on the air x or? Looks so good with carboonfiber
Great looking scooter for sure!
Dang this is nice 🔥🤌🏽. Got the KQi3 Pro this past July, lives up to all the positive reviews it got. Was hoping for Niu to do an upgrade and finally integrate suspensions on their KQi Pro line of scooters.
Can’t wait for this KQi Air to come out though 🤌🏽🤙🏽
Thanks! This is ultra light with great performance and features for comfort. It offers wide handlebars, wide deck and wide 9.5" tires for riding comfort too.
@@niumobility So when is the estimated release date, or month on the KQi Air and Air X?
What engine is this? It seems to me that it's a little confusing: is it a 300 W motor (as you said a little higher in your answers) or a 350 W motor (as indicated on the website)? Is this motor new or the one from the kQi3 Pro?
Should be correct on their website!
Are the tires of the KQI3 Pro and KQI Air the same size?
Similar
Would you recommend getting the Segway Max G2 or Niu KQI 3 Max if $1000 budget but want long range and good power?
Both are excellent options!
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@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide do you guys recommend one over the other?
@@michaelhuang4465 They are sponsored by both. They're not going to tell you one is better than the other because it could damage their relationship with the companies. You would have to look elsewhere
Nice review. Twist throttle and front brake only is a deal breaker for me
Half twist throttles allow you to keep all five fingers securely wrapped around the handle bar and offer more control. There is Regen breaking and front braking similar to the KQi2 Pro. Which RiderGuide stated: "It’s strong enough to out brake every scooter in its price class,"
Doesn't the lightness affect the smoothness of riding? The price is too high so I am confused whether to go for lightness or extra features offered in KQix300X with a much lesser price.
Lightness is always a plus!
Only thing missing is a new take on fold down handles - if there aren't fold down handle s it's NOT ultra portable - one of these w/ fold down handlebars and dual motors would be the scooter I've been waiting for!!
Hey Paul, weighing only 25.8lbs (11.7kg) we've designed this to be very easy to pick up, carry, go up/down stairs, place in a trunk, etc. It's 40% lighter than other leading competitors, and with the amount of performance and other features still packed in we are setting new standards for the lightweight category. Thanks for this feedback!
Very insightful! Thanks for sharing. -Vosk
I wonder if there is an option for a thumb throttle...
Possibly in the future!
What's the difference between the Air and Air-X? Their website is a bit vague.
Do you know how many AH the battery size is? Their website also doesn't say.
The X uses more carbon fiber. The battery is 21700 LG cells (451.2 Wh ) or 9.4 Ah as stated in the video.
*Conversion formula: Ah = Wh ÷ V
Battery size is 451.2Wh, 9.4Ah. The KQi Air X frame is built from a single piece of carbon fiber, ensuring great structural strength and removing any welding. It's also only 25.8lbs versus the KQi Air which is 26.2lbs. The KQi Air frame is 70% carbon fiber and 30% magnesium. Both scooters are packed with a ton of features (front disc brake, 700 watt max motor, wide deck, wide handlebars, 9.5" tires just to name a few!) Our engineering team went to great lengths to research and design an ultra portable scooter that doesn't compromise on performance or comfort - we've gone through many design iterations and plenty of testing to really perfect the KQi Air X and KQi Air. Hope that helps!
Niu responsed in the comments!
I have a mounted phone holder and a side mirror mounted on my Kqi3 Pro. I don't see any space available on the X handlebar to mount anything. I was one of the first 300 that sent a deposit in order to get the X before it became available. I'm thinking of just losing my deposit and waiting for something else to come from NUI.
It’s prob worth the wait!
Gonna need to see a road test on that 31 miles claim. I've had two electrics in that weight range and they only go 9 miles at 12mph. Gonna need a real world test for that claim.
We will have a full review in near future!
True
I have a KQi2 Pro, rated at 25 miles for range. I estimate a max of about 15 miles (I weigh about 185 ibs), though the only time I ran it flat - and had to kick it over a mile home - the app didn't record the trip, probably in the 12-15 mile range, against a stiff wind.
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I'm looking it to buy a dual-motor scooter that can go around 30km and up a 30-degree hill that is half a km long the scooters I was looking at buying: Segway KickScooter P100, dual motor APOLLO CITY, and the VSETT 9+, if there's one that stands out from all of them please tell me. my budget is around 1000-1700$ Canadian. I'm up for suggestions or advice.
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Is the IP rating improved?
We should be reviewing it fully soon!
Did you try both air and x and found any difference in ride quality? Someone told me there is a huge difference between the two. In fact he said he sold air and bought X because of this difference.
Very similar!
Nice to see that they're coming out with more lightweight scooters. A lot of the higher end scooters are way too heavy for me.
The KQi Air X and KQi Air is our lightest adult scooter yet..and made to be portable!
So what are the cons? Did they fly u out or
Mitchell flew out for it! We should have a full review in September hopefully! -Vosk
Is the battery replaceable ?
Not sure yet!
Does anyone know how i can order one to Australia and from where ?
Email CS they will assist you!
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide who is CS?
The carbon fiber frame is impressive. I hope other manufacturers follow their lead. Carbon fiber is light weight while being extremely strong and durable. This is the first ultra lightweight scooter I’ve seen that interests me. The E-TWOW line keeps the weight down by going with 8” solid rubber tires but ride quality suffers too much to be a good solution for most riders.
Ultra lightweight is definitely what we were aiming for, while ensuring not compromising on performance and comfort. Glad you like it!
I have a GT Sport, and I love the little thing to death, but yeah, the lack of comfort is definitely its biggest problem. Which is too bad, because I would imagine a lot of people get into scooters for fun/leisure, and ride quality to me is a big part of that.
@@niumobility I love this direction. I live in the 3rd floor without elevator, so lightweight, yet performant scooters like the Air models are absolutely welcome.
The combination of lightweight, great battery, big tubeless tires and a powerful engine which allows for 20% slopes is insane. I just hope, that in germany you will release it with ABE and 22 km/h speed (20 km/h + 10% tolerance). I just cannot go back to 20 km/h after driving like this for a while now.
So the higher price tag is for it being lighter. The Kqi 3 max has more speed , dual breaks , and has a longer range while still being cheaper. Please correct me with extra details if I’m wrong. But I clearly see a more expensive product ,that has less to offer besides its weight reduction.
Insightful! Thanks for sharing. -Vosk
This thing is crazy
Glad you like it!
I have both the KQi2 Pro and the KQi3 Max, both are great scooters in their respective areas.
The thumb throttle is the first point of failure on both, but the warranty can get you sorted, so keep the box.
I've since upgraded to the Apollo City Pro 2023 dual motor, but the build quality is just not the same as with NIU, and I was hoping NIU would come out with a dual motor to compete with it.
Still, for short rides, or stowaway riding, the City Pro is too large, clunky, and heavy, so I rely on my NIU scooters, and the Air/AirX kinda does that perfectly, so maybe I'll retire my KQi2 Pro and KQi3 Max, and settle with this as a premium, lightweight, stash and stow scooter to compliment my City Pro.
Hey Scott, the KQi Air X and KQi Air comes with a twist throttle which offers great control and grip. We've also carried out a lot of testing to ensure overall quality and build that you've experience with our other KQi scooters.
The new Apollo Rover seems to be the perfect mix
@@Henryyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy The Apollo Rover seems interesting for sure.
Dual 350 W motor, suspension and drum brake at the rear.
I'm quite happy with the City Pro 23 ride quality and performance, but it's build quality or parts choices are lacking.
After only 2 months since it's release, and 640 km, it is currently on its' way back to Apollo, as the new and improved stem locking mechanism snapped at the bolt.
I was just lucky I was going 5-8 kmph when it happened.
I have to wait for Apollo's team to inspect it before processing me a new replacement.
The new Air, Pro, and Rover have the same latch...
The price is rather high. I think they could be more stragetic in chosing the easier to make parts to be made into carbon fiber, like the tubes or the deck, and leave tricky shapes to be made in metal, which will reduce the cost. Also would hope for at least some basic form of suspension, even front only with a small travel makes a huge difference
Interesting take! Thanks
They say "700w MAX". What does that mean?
That is peak power!
Only the stem on the Unagi is carbon fiber. The deck on the Unagi is a single piece of CNCd aluminum, not carbon fiber.
Yes, good spot! The entire frame of the KQi Air X is carbon fiber (including the front and rear fender). The deck and inclined stem is made out of a single piece of carbon fiber - zero welding!
Good catch!
I wonder could you carry this on a Ryanair flight
Not sure!!
Too much battery for a plane
Hey I have recently started watching this channel and I like it because the reviews are in depth and understandable ok but sorry for asking it's tuff times is it possible to get a electric scooter for one hundred dollars 😭 I'm not joking thanks has to be able to last till April.
Unfortunately very hard for $100!
That is fair should I consider second hand
Awsone machine! Specs like Xiaomi Pro but 5kg lighter ! Go NIU !
Thank you! We're very excited how the KQi Air X and KQi Air is setting new benchmarks for the lightweight category
Rion for the masses!
Except, unlike a Rion you don't need to wait a year to get one. Zing! -Paul
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide haha. I should have bought a Rion when they were more affordable ! 🤨
Good one Paul lol heard some people have been waiting like 4 years to get one@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide
I knew that Niu would have a new approach
make that a "Niu" approach :)
We Niu we had to bring something Niu to the table ;)
I need dual motors led lights around deck and more speed. This is too slow......lol. Still buying Apollo City Pro.......
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Thanks for the feedback. We focused on an ultra portable scooter with great performance. At only 25.8lbs (KQi Air X) it's almost 13lbs/6kg lighter than the Apollo with comparable top speed, range and 9.5" tires. It also has a front disc brake that compared to a drum brake, has superior stopping power. Ultimately we're targeting those who want superior portability with an ultra light scooter that also delivers great performance, comfort and an awesome carbon fiber design :)
U scooters E twow gt sport. You sacrifice for the solid wheels but acceleration and durability. 31.7 mph with a 180lbs rider.
Fair enough!
The range is not good though.
You wouldn’t think it would be to hard to beat the E-twow scooter. Love mine have over 500 miles on my gt sport. It the goat for sure. Lives in the back of my tesla.
What about the suspension, doesn't look like it has any.
It uses tubeless pneumatic tires rather than suspension. Saves weight and honestly has a better ride than most scooters with solid tires+suspension. -Paul
Does the use of carbon fiber mean that it will be easily deformed even after slight impact?
No it’s super sturdy!
We've carried out a lot of testing on this scooter to ensure overall quality and durability that you see on our other KQi scooters. Carbon fiber is also 3 times stronger than aluminum.
Unfortunately the speed limit in Germany is 12,4mph and 13,6mph with tolerance, I had to pay a 700€ fine for riding a 25kmh/15,5mph model. So the model you tested was for the EU market, but not Germany, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland
Hopefully that will change soon!
@iescooter yes, we will have compliant products for each region.
@@niumobility does it also use the tolerance of 22kmh/13,6mph like every segway ninebot scooter since the previious update? can you optimize the firmware for that?
Hi @@iescooter, regarding a tolerance this is something that is still being discussed internally. The firmware is set for each region and we don't recommend altering it.
8:15 Cute little mammal right there!
But how durable is it with pothole encounters? Not all roads/ routes are in perfect condition.
Carbon is very stiff but also brittle when it comes to impacts.
Seems very durable to me!
@Killernomand We've carried out a lot of testing on this scooter to ensure overall quality and durability that you see on our other KQi scooters. Carbon fiber is also 3 times stronger than aluminum.
@niumobility My workplace do not allow scooters in doors. Can the carbon fiber deal with below freezing weather?
@@niumobilitythanks for the answer, I hope it´s really durable. Your website says it has a hydraulic disc brake, but this video and your website shows a brake cable, so it can be semi-hydraulic at best? Unless you change it to a full hydraulic brake with hoses until release?
E-twow scooters 27 lbs 30 mph 15-20 miles. Nothing can touch this scooter and haven’t for years. Uscooters here in the states.
Thanks for stopping by. -Vosk
Can anyone tell me how expensive carbon fiber is for them to price it that much? Scarcity, utilization, and production are main key factors perhaps? Where's the physicist??
I have a BS in Physics. :-) But sadly know nothing about the manufacturing costs of carbon fiber. I'm looking forward to riding this one! (and staring at all the cabon fiber up close) -Paul
@RiderGuide I know you are :-) . All we know of course is it's light and strong! And it's the future. I had a carbon fiber hood, and it looked beautiful. I can tell you it had some spots and cosmetic imperfections. 26lbs is incredible, I can finally use my scooter as a weapon and swing it in case someone steals it 😆
Yes there are a few reasons. 1. Complex manufacturing: Producing high-quality carbon fiber involves a series of complex processes and techniques. This includes converting polypropylene or other polymer fibers into carbon fiber and then subjecting them to multiple steps such as heat treatment, carbonization, and graphitization. These processes require precise control and specialized equipment, which adds to the cost.
2. Raw material costs: The raw materials for carbon fiber are polypropylene or polyacrylonitrile. The production and processing of these materials also consume significant resources. Additionally, high-purity carbon fiber typically requires high-quality raw materials, further increasing costs.
3. Limited production Capacity: Manufacturing carbon fiber is an intricate process, and only a few companies worldwide have the capability to produce high-quality carbon fiber on a large scale. Limited production capacity contributes to scarcity in supply, driving up prices.
4. Research and innovation Costs: Research and innovation in carbon fiber materials demand substantial financial investments. Companies continually strive to improve the performance, reduce weight, and enhance production efficiency of carbon fiber. These research and development costs are also reflected in the material’s price.
5. Market demand: Carbon fiber is use extensively in aerospace, automotive industries, sports equipment, shipbuilding, etc. Therefore, there is significant demand in the market. Supply and demand dynamics can influence prices, with prices rising when supply is tight.
He always niu they would take a niu direction
7:29 Niu Nqi
Its a really disappointing release. I'm looking for Apollo City Pro specs with NIU quality and pricing. What we've got is a competitor to the Pure Air Pro, at twice the price.
We will do a compare! Thank you
Love your videos but this one seemed off. Mitchell kept pausing while talking and it felt like he didn’t really have a script! Love your videos but this one wasn’t the jam. It wasn’t my WiFi either!
This was not a video! Mitchell flew out for this and did the video in his hotel room to the best of his ability. Full review coming soon. -Vosk
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide I know! I have enjoyed watching Rider Guide and ESG for years and loved the vids to because I live locally in the Bay Area! Thanks for the clarification and know that this wasn’t a supper planned out video! Great work though Mitchell and look forward to the full review!
Not a fan of carbon for frames the smallest crack can lead to catastrophic faileur of the frame
Which commercial scooter has carbon frames ?
Hi @KungfuChess We've carried out a lot of testing on this scooter to ensure overall quality and durability that you see on our other KQi scooters. Carbon fiber is also 3 times stronger than aluminum.
All this hype and it's super slow. Im still gonna get the Apollo City Pro.
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Every ones trying to get it they can’t keep up with the demand so we got to go elsewhere they are missing out on a lot of money
Most likely true!
finally a full carbon fiber scooter and its still this heavy? disappointing, my cheap chinese aluminum electric scooter is 12kg, something about this feels off, full carbon fiber should easily be under 10kg.
The motor , battery still weigh a decent amount! Very hard to make it so light and keep great quality. -Vosk
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide and yet premium electric skateboards with the same range and higher speed can weigh as low as 8kg
When comparing weight, we should also factor in range, speed and other components. A skateboard uses far less components than a kick scooter, and we're pretty confident you won't find another light weight kick scooter that weights as little with this performance or features! It's definitely possible to find light scooters - but they won't close to the same top speed, performance or quality.
@@niumobility the goal with a light weight scooter is portability more then anything, range and speed might suffer but those are not the focus when you need a compact/light last mile solution and theres nothing like this on the market.
at least thats what i thought going into this, since then ive done all the research leg work and its more then possible without even sacrificing speed/range, two off road pneumatic eskate hub motors/wheels with a 12s battery pack and a full carbon fiber frame should weigh under 10kg and have a top speed of 40km/h and a range of 30km, if a smaller battery is used for lower range and only a single hub motor this can easily weigh 7kg.
15 MPH? that's nothing!
It can go up to 20mph!
Meant to be carried, not ridden?
Haha
Twist throttle on a scooter ... stupidly dangerous! Disc brakes ... needs drums for easier maintenance ... the list goes on. They've just sacrificed function over form.
Interesting take! Thank You. -Vosk
$1,800 for a 20mph top speed e scooter. I pass ✋🏻😌
It is $950!
The early bird price is $949.
Battery is too small
48 v - 15 ah would be better
They are trying to keep it light I guess!
They use high quality 21700 LG cells in a 48V arrangement, so it’s got that going for it. I have two E-TWOW GT (SE and Sport) scooters with one having a Samsung pack and the other Chinese cells. Both do pretty good for range. I weigh 200lbs & had no problem riding the outer ring of Stanley Park Vancouver B.C., and then to Granville Island & Vancouver B.C. waterfront area.
I figure the KQi Air will be equivalent considering the specifications are nearly identical 👌🏼. My only complaint is that the top speed is held back to 20mph. My E-TWOW’s can get above 25mph !
Handlebars don’t fold???/. The whole point of a lightweight scooter is to be portable. This is a epic fail!!!!!
Our engineering team prioritized lightweight portability - meaning it's easy to ride anywhere, carry up/down stairs, put in the back of a trunk, etc. It also comes packed with many features - front disc brake + 9.5" tires, wide deck, integrated turn signals, electric horn, plenty of customisation in the app (adjust regen.braking, limit charging capacity, adjust acceleration), NFC unlock. Overall, we've provided many features we hope will make this a great lightweight city companion. Thank you for your feedback!
I totally agree. Really wish this had folding handlebars. I do like the aesthetics on the NIU better, but without folding bars it seems like the e-Twow / uscooters options are actually more portable.
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@@justinn8642 guarantee more portable (e-twow) twist throttle half is horrible. Make them full twist or do something else. May want to do some mods b4 prime time.
Hey, do you slow down by reversing the throttle ?
Yes and you can use the brake!
The law in Germany - on a scooter is only 15 mph? That is so laaaaaame….
Hopefully that can change!
But you may ride it 300mph on the Autobahn.
12kg is not stupidly light especially with a 9ah battery, Xiaomi offers 12,4ah at 16,5kg, +30% range means +30% weight, no magic.
Thanks for stopping by! -Vosk
The Xiaomi you are referencing has a 36v battery and this has a 48v battery. You can not use amp hours to compare the capacity of batteries of different voltages. Instead, you should use watt-hours, the Xiaomi has a 446Wh battery and this has a 451.2Wh battery.
@@chrisclearwater8865 obviously if you drive slower you get more working time.
There is no magic all li-ion are the same.
@@youjib You are misunderstanding. The battery on this scooter stores roughly the same amount of energy as the battery on the Xiaomi 4 pro (which you thought had 30% more range). In practice this scooter will have slightly more range because its battery stores the same energy and it is lighter (for the same reason a 160 pound rider gets more range than a 180 pound rider). 48v is also more efficient, which may add a small amount of range.