Let me preface by saying I’m 5’11” and 245lbs. I’m new to the kick scooter world and hopped on the craze due to, you guessed it, gas prices. I don’t necessarily live in a area that’s bike path friendly and the sidewalks are less than desirable. I have to commute through some uneven terrain for a bit before getting to those areas with dedicated paths so keep that in mind.
I wanted something reliable, decently fast, and that could handle my weight. I originally purchased the f series from 9bot in hopes it would suffice but unfortunately that wasn’t the case. I needed something a bit more powerful and comfortable so I started looking at returning it. I ended up finding the NIU series and just happened to be at a time where there were good coupons available making it the same price as the 9bot. After extensive YouTubing and review reading I decided to make the jump.
Set up was easy. The app is a bit more user friendly than “the-scooter-company-who-must-not-be-named”, and everything seems to connect with ease. One thing I liked about the other app was the social networking between other riders around the world. It was just neat being able to have access to that kind of feature.
The build quality is superior and feels well built and solid. The attention to detail is excellent and even though there is no suspension, even on rocky terrain it feels sturdy. It’s more comfortable than the scooter I returned by about 25%. The wider tires have to account for some of this. It’s also nice to have a wide base and foot room, which the KQi3 Pro has. Wider handle bars also make for a comfortable and confident ride.
As a bigger dude I’m always nervous I’m going to stall out on an incline which I did every time I rode the other scooter. The KQi3 Pro has a substantially more powerful motor and it shows. I’ve been able to climb some impressively steep inclines. Of course there is a bit of a slow down, but nonetheless I make it up just fine. I’m also impressed with its ability to maintain speed with my weight. It doesn’t seem to make any sort of difference.
The range is another impressive point for the cost of this scooter. My weight had little effect on its ability to make it 18 miles on a full charge with many stops and decent inclines.
The design is also a selling point. It has more personality than the others in this price range. The running light/head lamp is a very nice touch, giving it a sense of modernness and maturity. I purchased the black version and I really like it. However, I’m nervous about scratches occurring because powder coat tends to get scratched up easily, but we’ll see.
I haven’t ran this thing through any puddles or rain yet, but it will inevitably happen at some point. Will update review if anything negative occurs.
All-in-all, this thing is just what I was looking for. For my first scooter I’m glad I made this switch. If there’s a deal on this, BUY IT.
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Hefty guy here - Retuned my 9bot and couldn’t be happier
Let me preface by saying I’m 5’11” and 245lbs. I’m new to the kick scooter world and hopped on the craze due to, you guessed it, gas prices. I don’t necessarily live in a area that’s bike path friendly and the sidewalks are less than desirable. I have to commute through some uneven terrain for a bit before getting to those areas with dedicated paths so keep that in mind.I wanted something reliable, decently fast, and that could handle my weight. I originally purchased the f series from 9bot in hopes it would suffice but unfortunately that wasn’t the case. I needed something a bit more powerful and comfortable so I started looking at returning it. I ended up finding the NIU series and just happened to be at a time where there were good coupons available making it the same price as the 9bot. After extensive YouTubing and review reading I decided to make the jump.Set up was easy. The app is a bit more user friendly than “the-scooter-company-who-must-not-be-named”, and everything seems to connect with ease. One thing I liked about the other app was the social networking between other riders around the world. It was just neat being able to have access to that kind of feature.The build quality is superior and feels well built and solid. The attention to detail is excellent and even though there is no suspension, even on rocky terrain it feels sturdy. It’s more comfortable than the scooter I returned by about 25%. The wider tires have to account for some of this. It’s also nice to have a wide base and foot room, which the KQi3 Pro has. Wider handle bars also make for a comfortable and confident ride.As a bigger dude I’m always nervous I’m going to stall out on an incline which I did every time I rode the other scooter. The KQi3 Pro has a substantially more powerful motor and it shows. I’ve been able to climb some impressively steep inclines. Of course there is a bit of a slow down, but nonetheless I make it up just fine. I’m also impressed with its ability to maintain speed with my weight. It doesn’t seem to make any sort of difference.The range is another impressive point for the cost of this scooter. My weight had little effect on its ability to make it 18 miles on a full charge with many stops and decent inclines.The design is also a selling point. It has more personality than the others in this price range. The running light/head lamp is a very nice touch, giving it a sense of modernness and maturity. I purchased the black version and I really like it. However, I’m nervous about scratches occurring because powder coat tends to get scratched up easily, but we’ll see.I haven’t ran this thing through any puddles or rain yet, but it will inevitably happen at some point. Will update review if anything negative occurs.All-in-all, this thing is just what I was looking for. For my first scooter I’m glad I made this switch. If there’s a deal on this, BUY IT.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2022
I wanted something reliable, decently fast, and that could handle my weight. I originally purchased the f series from 9bot in hopes it would suffice but unfortunately that wasn’t the case. I needed something a bit more powerful and comfortable so I started looking at returning it. I ended up finding the NIU series and just happened to be at a time where there were good coupons available making it the same price as the 9bot. After extensive YouTubing and review reading I decided to make the jump.
Set up was easy. The app is a bit more user friendly than “the-scooter-company-who-must-not-be-named”, and everything seems to connect with ease. One thing I liked about the other app was the social networking between other riders around the world. It was just neat being able to have access to that kind of feature.
The build quality is superior and feels well built and solid. The attention to detail is excellent and even though there is no suspension, even on rocky terrain it feels sturdy. It’s more comfortable than the scooter I returned by about 25%. The wider tires have to account for some of this. It’s also nice to have a wide base and foot room, which the KQi3 Pro has. Wider handle bars also make for a comfortable and confident ride.
As a bigger dude I’m always nervous I’m going to stall out on an incline which I did every time I rode the other scooter. The KQi3 Pro has a substantially more powerful motor and it shows. I’ve been able to climb some impressively steep inclines. Of course there is a bit of a slow down, but nonetheless I make it up just fine. I’m also impressed with its ability to maintain speed with my weight. It doesn’t seem to make any sort of difference.
The range is another impressive point for the cost of this scooter. My weight had little effect on its ability to make it 18 miles on a full charge with many stops and decent inclines.
The design is also a selling point. It has more personality than the others in this price range. The running light/head lamp is a very nice touch, giving it a sense of modernness and maturity. I purchased the black version and I really like it. However, I’m nervous about scratches occurring because powder coat tends to get scratched up easily, but we’ll see.
I haven’t ran this thing through any puddles or rain yet, but it will inevitably happen at some point. Will update review if anything negative occurs.
All-in-all, this thing is just what I was looking for. For my first scooter I’m glad I made this switch. If there’s a deal on this, BUY IT.
Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
Hefty guy here - Retuned my 9bot and couldn’t be happier
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2022
Let me preface by saying I’m 5’11” and 245lbs. I’m new to the kick scooter world and hopped on the craze due to, you guessed it, gas prices. I don’t necessarily live in a area that’s bike path friendly and the sidewalks are less than desirable. I have to commute through some uneven terrain for a bit before getting to those areas with dedicated paths so keep that in mind.Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2022
I wanted something reliable, decently fast, and that could handle my weight. I originally purchased the f series from 9bot in hopes it would suffice but unfortunately that wasn’t the case. I needed something a bit more powerful and comfortable so I started looking at returning it. I ended up finding the NIU series and just happened to be at a time where there were good coupons available making it the same price as the 9bot. After extensive YouTubing and review reading I decided to make the jump.
Set up was easy. The app is a bit more user friendly than “the-scooter-company-who-must-not-be-named”, and everything seems to connect with ease. One thing I liked about the other app was the social networking between other riders around the world. It was just neat being able to have access to that kind of feature.
The build quality is superior and feels well built and solid. The attention to detail is excellent and even though there is no suspension, even on rocky terrain it feels sturdy. It’s more comfortable than the scooter I returned by about 25%. The wider tires have to account for some of this. It’s also nice to have a wide base and foot room, which the KQi3 Pro has. Wider handle bars also make for a comfortable and confident ride.
As a bigger dude I’m always nervous I’m going to stall out on an incline which I did every time I rode the other scooter. The KQi3 Pro has a substantially more powerful motor and it shows. I’ve been able to climb some impressively steep inclines. Of course there is a bit of a slow down, but nonetheless I make it up just fine. I’m also impressed with its ability to maintain speed with my weight. It doesn’t seem to make any sort of difference.
The range is another impressive point for the cost of this scooter. My weight had little effect on its ability to make it 18 miles on a full charge with many stops and decent inclines.
The design is also a selling point. It has more personality than the others in this price range. The running light/head lamp is a very nice touch, giving it a sense of modernness and maturity. I purchased the black version and I really like it. However, I’m nervous about scratches occurring because powder coat tends to get scratched up easily, but we’ll see.
I haven’t ran this thing through any puddles or rain yet, but it will inevitably happen at some point. Will update review if anything negative occurs.
All-in-all, this thing is just what I was looking for. For my first scooter I’m glad I made this switch. If there’s a deal on this, BUY IT.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2022
Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
I had a different brand before and i sent it back because it was slow and the battery is unpredictable. This scooter from Niu is great. This was the replacement. I decided to try this one out and i like it. I got it for a little less than $800 because i had the promotion and i think it’s worth it. I have been using this everyday to go to work and back home for more than a month now and so far the battery life is great. It has an app where you can customize and also monitor battery. It is also quick (21mph) and the range is true as advertised. I only charge this once a week i have a 4 mile commute roundtrip. It has a headlight and brake light and a halo type running light that’s always on. The build is sturdy and solid. It has been reliable so far. Overall, i am satisfied with this product. 5 stars.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2022
I managed to replace the stock broken throttle with a new hopefully higher quality one from amazon. The process is kind of simple but requires you learn basic wiring once the control panel is disassembled. You will need this kit ( CQRobot 600 Pieces 2.0mm JST-PA JST Connector Kit. 2.0mm Pitch Female Pin Header, JST PA - 2/3/4 Pin Housing JST Adapter Cable Connector Socket Male and Female, Crimp DIP Kit.) along with a crimper for JST connectors and pliers to make the connections, then some hot glue to seal the wires in and a waterproofing sealant if you want to maintain the Ip 54 rating. But the biggest tip i can give is that the red, green and black wires for the throttle represent red(positive) black(negative) and green(signal) so when buying a throttle match that throttles colors and definitions with the ones on the control panel (the throttle you buy will have the positive negative and signal pairing in the definition of the product page generally). I was naive at first and i thought red was negative green positive and black signal because this is the typical pattern but, in this case it wasn't. best of luck when you encounter this throttle issue someday, glad this scooter didn't become E waste and make sure to take your time.
I'm going to start off with the underline issues of this scooter, this scooters throttle is a brittle mess that will break on you eventually and unless you are comfortable disassembling a 700-dollar electric scooter your basically out of luck. The throttle worked for about two months and then it intermittently started to cut off every few minutes. This is a problem because when the throttle would cut off and regen braking was on, it would throw me forward due to regen braking activating when it senses the throttle is de activated. I'm sure you can imagine just how dangerous this is, imagine rolling through at 20 mph and having your motor cut off and being thrown into the road? I would highly suggest if you have this scooter and its past its return period, that you turn off regen braking in the Niu scooter settings immediately. It will still be available when you pull your brake levers because there is another sensor for regen braking built into the levers, well unless that fails someday also... Not to mention the nightmare of dealing with flat tires on this thing, good luck.
But now for the positives (Range is about 13-15 miles in hilly areas maybe 20 if it's completely flat, charging is about 5-6 hours from 20 percent, Battery life is decent i would say i get an hour and a half of constant riding in my area and i weigh 200 pounds. The ride itself is also quite comfortable even without actual shock absorbers, and finally when adjusted properly the braking is strong and reliable. But none of this means anything if the scooter won't even last you a year before it becomes a death trap so unfortunately i cannot recommend. I hate leaving bad reviews because i know how integral good reviews are for a company's success in e commerce, but this was simply inexcusable and quite honestly negligent. Keep in mind i bought this scooter in the summer and it was never ridden in the rain and i asked Niu for help regarding this issue but now its 2 weeks later and still no response from them, so much for that 2-year warranty...
Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
This scooter was okay until it became dangerous to ride
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2022
Here is an update:Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2022
I managed to replace the stock broken throttle with a new hopefully higher quality one from amazon. The process is kind of simple but requires you learn basic wiring once the control panel is disassembled. You will need this kit ( CQRobot 600 Pieces 2.0mm JST-PA JST Connector Kit. 2.0mm Pitch Female Pin Header, JST PA - 2/3/4 Pin Housing JST Adapter Cable Connector Socket Male and Female, Crimp DIP Kit.) along with a crimper for JST connectors and pliers to make the connections, then some hot glue to seal the wires in and a waterproofing sealant if you want to maintain the Ip 54 rating. But the biggest tip i can give is that the red, green and black wires for the throttle represent red(positive) black(negative) and green(signal) so when buying a throttle match that throttles colors and definitions with the ones on the control panel (the throttle you buy will have the positive negative and signal pairing in the definition of the product page generally). I was naive at first and i thought red was negative green positive and black signal because this is the typical pattern but, in this case it wasn't. best of luck when you encounter this throttle issue someday, glad this scooter didn't become E waste and make sure to take your time.
I'm going to start off with the underline issues of this scooter, this scooters throttle is a brittle mess that will break on you eventually and unless you are comfortable disassembling a 700-dollar electric scooter your basically out of luck. The throttle worked for about two months and then it intermittently started to cut off every few minutes. This is a problem because when the throttle would cut off and regen braking was on, it would throw me forward due to regen braking activating when it senses the throttle is de activated. I'm sure you can imagine just how dangerous this is, imagine rolling through at 20 mph and having your motor cut off and being thrown into the road? I would highly suggest if you have this scooter and its past its return period, that you turn off regen braking in the Niu scooter settings immediately. It will still be available when you pull your brake levers because there is another sensor for regen braking built into the levers, well unless that fails someday also... Not to mention the nightmare of dealing with flat tires on this thing, good luck.
But now for the positives (Range is about 13-15 miles in hilly areas maybe 20 if it's completely flat, charging is about 5-6 hours from 20 percent, Battery life is decent i would say i get an hour and a half of constant riding in my area and i weigh 200 pounds. The ride itself is also quite comfortable even without actual shock absorbers, and finally when adjusted properly the braking is strong and reliable. But none of this means anything if the scooter won't even last you a year before it becomes a death trap so unfortunately i cannot recommend. I hate leaving bad reviews because i know how integral good reviews are for a company's success in e commerce, but this was simply inexcusable and quite honestly negligent. Keep in mind i bought this scooter in the summer and it was never ridden in the rain and i asked Niu for help regarding this issue but now its 2 weeks later and still no response from them, so much for that 2-year warranty...
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A nice little transportation tool
Reviewed in Canada on May 31, 2022Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in Canada on May 31, 2022
I bought the kqi3 pro black color scooter. The packaging was nice and neat, had a lot of protecting foam in the package, and the scooter was in perfect condition. The instruction in the box was relatively straightforward to follow, with given tools to tighten the screws. The plastic film wraps all over the scooter; no dents or scratches were found when I first got it. I was able to set up the scooter within 15 minutes. I only faced a tiny issue with the scooter app NIU.
<SCOOTING EXPERIENCE>
The scooter will initially be in E-save mode (max speed 8 MPH) when you first unbox it; it was a safety feature. However, my iPhone could not launch the safety tutorial to unlock the costume mode (max 20 MPH). I figured out it requires you to launch the phone app while connecting the scooter with Bluetooth and ride it for around 2 Km to unlock the full speed through the app.
So far, I have been riding the scooter for two weeks, and I have had an enjoyable experience with it. The scooter weighs around 20.2kg, providing a sturdy body and steady ride. There is no problem riding it on pavements or roads. It can handle very much everything, from grass to rocks or sands. From my testing, it charges around 5-6 hours from low battery to full battery and can travel around 34 Km with max speed (it can go more than that, but I haven't drained out all the battery yet).
<CHARGING>
Charging this scooter was simple; a flap on the side covers the charging port, preventing dirt or water from it; the charging brick is a reasonable size and has LED lights indicating when it's charging (red), or it's not (green). The charging brick will automatically stop charging once the fully charged scooter, so I don't have to worry about explosive batteries; this is a thoughtful safety feature.
Another safety feature this scooter provides is a kick start, which means the scooter will not move until you generate 2/3 MPH of speed. This prevents me from an accidental push on the throttle.
<CONCLUSION>
Overall, I would highly recommend this scooter to anyone that wants a quick, compact commute tool. The only complaint I had so far was minor issues with the mobile app, and the scooter's weight is a bit too heavy for me to hand carry it around. I love the design and the simple display it has. Excellent battery life and provides consistent speed. The cruise mode allows me to rest, and the pavement mode will enable me to ride on pavements safely. A mobile app with an internal lock prevents thieves from stealing the scooter—a fantastic product and worth it.
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Jake S.
Terrible app, terrible range readings.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 20, 2022Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
Jesse Brighton
Most fun way to ride
Reviewed in Canada on August 8, 2022Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
Paul Cotterill
No UK plug included
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 22, 2022Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
Paul Cotterill
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 22, 2022
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Saul
Patinete parece bueno aunque me lo han dado roto.
Reviewed in Spain on June 8, 2022Style: KQi3 Pro BlackVerified Purchase
