Ninebot KickScooter ES4

Advantages: The ES4 is the same as the ES2, but with an additional battery that is installed on the steering wheel. With her, the scooter stably travels 30-31 km / h and 22 kilometers. Good acceleration in the beginning, good pickup if you need to accelerate. The wheels are tubeless, which is convenient - no need to wiggle. The suspension is stiff enough, but does not bring much discomfort - there is still some kind of shock absorber in front, plus a split deck - the rear wheel also springs.

Disadvantages: Heavy, with additional battery about 14 kg. It is not very convenient to wear it when folded or in a working one. A day after the purchase, the contact on one of the side lamps went away, now in the dark it is visible only from one side.

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Advantages: 1. Very handsome! Looks futuristic. When you drive down the street, four out of five passers-by pay attention. 2. Frisky, accelerates very well and drags up the hill. 3. Awesome bottom lighting. 4. Very powerful headlight (it is a pleasure to drive at night, though it blinds oncoming people a little, but the main thing is that you will not bump into anyone due to such illumination). 5. Relatively light (14 kg with battery, 12 without), you get used to it over time. Even his wife lowers him herself from the steps at the entrance. 6. The wheel cannot be punctured, as it is one-piece, the tire wears off very slowly. 7. Softness of travel (shock absorber front and rear). All this concerns the third revision of scooters (there is a rubber half moon on the rear wing, and a soft spring in front). 8. High cruising range (at least with a weight of 74 kg, I had 27 km on dirt and asphalt roads with slides), on smooth asphalt, usually from 35 km on a white S mode. 9. Conveniently folds up. 10. Regenerative brake (electric, while the scooter is charged). 11. Possibility of revision and elimination of almost any shortcomings. 12. Possibility of custom flashing of the scooter and subsequent disabling of software speed limits, roll-over, etc. 13. In terms of price / quality one of the best scooters. 14. Availability of a sufficient amount of information in Russian on all faults and improvements. There is a whole "Knowledge Base" on the ES1 / 2/4 scooter on the Internet, which describes almost all the problems and how to fix them. There are many useful videos on YouTube on how you can completely disassemble a scooter yourself, modify it and put it back together. In the same place on the Internet it is easy to find craftsmen who will upgrade your scooter themselves. I recommend doing this after 100 km of run, or even immediately after purchase). Before buying a scooter, I did not underestimate it much. I thought that I would only go to work. It turned out that when we ride it, we get a lot of pleasure, especially if you ride in the woods in the fresh air. As a result, I ride it every day for an hour and a half.

Disadvantages: Almost all flaws are completely easy to eliminate.However, for understanding, I will describe the tangible disadvantages of an out-of-the-box scooter. 1. Between 100 and 200 km of run (also depends on the weight of the person and the roads), the scooter begins to creak terribly, like a cart in a village. The steering wheel starts to play back and forth. But on the go, it still won't fall apart, so it's more a matter of ride comfort (shortcomings are eliminated). 2. It splashes badly on the legs and back in wet weather or simply when driving on a wet road at high speed. The higher the speed, the higher the spray)). The disadvantage is eliminated by purchasing and installing rear and side mudguards. 3. The steering tube is very easy to scratch, but if you drive carefully (do not lean against metal structures in the tram, etc.), then there are no problems. 4. The handlebars do not fold, but this is not critical, even in the subway I ride normally with it. 5. It is on es4 (that is, es2 + battery) in the red mode in wet weather it is very easy to fall, since the wheel can slip due to high power. 6. The rubber grips periodically pull the throttle and brake triggers, so they sometimes jam. This is not critical, it does not happen often, they can be easily pulled back. 7. The disadvantage applies, probably, to all scooters)) belly starts to grow :) and in a month it becomes directly obvious. Therefore, it is necessary to somehow compensate for this either in the gym, or running in the morning. I would like to note that there are currently 3 revisions of these scooters. And most of the video reviews about the shoals of the scooter were shot about the first revision (brick front shock absorption, smooth slippery deck surface, etc.). And on sale now, basically, for the third revisions. True, the shortcomings I listed above refer precisely to the third.

Comment: There is a lot of mess on the internet about these scooters. I will try to explain everything on the shelves. In mid-July 2018, I bought 2 ES2 scooters: one for myself, the other for my wife. And only then I bought batteries for them: it turned out ES4 (the range increased and the engine power too). Therefore, I recommend taking ES4 right away. The mileage of my scooter at the time of recall is 916 km !! My wife has 800 km. Now both of our scooters look and ride like completely new, since we do not jump onto curbs on them and do not ride on potholes at full speed, and after 200 km of run we have carried out an upgrade (replaced creaky and backlash parts with normal ones). We mainly drive on good and medium asphalt, as well as on dirt paths in the Izmailovo forest park. At 900 km, the rear bearings were almost completely worn out, replaced with new Japanese ones and now there is no limit to happiness. It is best to always ride an ES4 scooter in a white S mode (25 km / h), and on a red one only when urgently needed at straight distances and only for a short period of time, since the wires begin to melt due to the high power (then they, of course, can be replaced). I fell from my scooter only 2 times. The first time it was on the red S mode: immediately after installing the add. I went to test the batteries and started to drizzle, at the very first turn on the red mode I ran into a white dividing strip, the wheel slipped and hello, my hands have been hurting from bruises for more than a month. The second time in the forest, along the path at full speed, I drove into the root, disguised as leaves. This had little effect on the scooter). So be careful). It is necessary periodically (every 2-4 weeks) to carry out those. maintenance: clean from dirt (a pneumatic can with air helps well), lubricate creaky places with silicone grease. Also, the internal especially rubbing metal places are less often lubricated with lithium grease. Do not use WD-shkoy in any case, as after it it will be even dirtier and problems will begin. Overall, the scooters are super! I recommend!) Thank you all!)

Advantages: It is repairable with straight arms, for a "portable" scooter, the speaker is good, a sane rise in sports mode will gobble up. For your money, if not the best choice, then half the best with xiaomi (only you need to take es4 and xiaomi PROshka). Akum is not in the deck for me too, otherwise the bottom is already peeled off, with my hard driving style the battery in the deck would have already broken through, although the backlight is alive on all 16 diodes.

Disadvantages: Once every 100 km, pull the bolts, if not washed after the dirt, then it creaks - a shower head to help. The tire leaves for 1500 km of run, it is not difficult to change, but it is dreary. You want more mileage - you have to take scooters for 80k.

Comment: I drove 1400 km, nothing from breakdowns, you just need to replace the front tire, otherwise I’m already bald. The people there put custom bushings and other improvements, I didn’t need anything other than revising the rear wing - I bought a rubber mat, made a cap out of it and covered the rear wheel with it (there is still a package in the photo, but now rubber), other custom fenders on it are useless for me - I go to the rain too. There is a type of people who no longer ride, but rebuild a scooter, a car, a bike ... I ride to the slaughter, with raids on the curb and jumps, nothing broke - maybe I was lucky. Curbs up to 5 cm - easy, 7-10 cm starts to break through the shock absorber, not comfortable, but easier than dismounting and lifting the scooter. In the first week, several rubber rings fell out, which I put in a bag with a guarantee - what are they for? All backlash is solved by pulling the screws every 100 km. By the way the mileage - ES2 - 15 km (85kg), ES4 - 25 km (85kg also). I bought it without a battery first - then I wanted it sharply - the dynamics becomes fatter. By the way, about the downpour, I drove in the pouring rain, drowned in a puddle right up to the deck (although Akum is in the handle), in short, my display can withstand sprinkling with water from a mug, count everything else in the pipe - even if you wash it off and pour everything in life is a sealant, then there is no way you can, by the way the stopaks glow under the water, I checked it. The main advantage of such a folding design as here is that when folded it rides like a suitcase on wheels, the "divine" Xiaomi scooter has a triangle when folding, here it is a straight stick with a wheel at the end. Battery in the handlebar - you can lift and carry it by the grips, the handlebar, a scooter with a battery in the deck cannot be lifted behind the wheel, especially if these are scooters with fatty batteries, but you can't bring them anywhere anyway.

Advantages: It already looks like a city transport compared to my old baby Naxtdrive. Sweeping on the asphalt like crazy. My 100 kg drags 30 km / h horizontally, maybe faster, but I'm sorry for the battery. In reality, more than 25 on our unsettled and broken-down sidewalks is not necessary. The cruise control is good. On bike paths and free sidewalks faster than the "average" city cyclist (overtook almost everyone). It is already possible to drive on rough asphalt and small cracks, on paving stones. It pulls as it should on the climbs on bridges and in crossings. But they are lying about 30 kilometers. Probably it is possible in an economical mode, in ideal conditions. But, firstly, it is always tempting to sink in, and, secondly, you need good asphalt. I pulled my 100 kg in St. Petersburg at an average speed of 22-24 km / h 18 km with an additional battery.

Disadvantages: Weight. Even without an additional battery, you can no longer drag it around. The dimensions for public transport are already critical. It will be fraught with rush hour. It is somewhat difficult to keep the speed stable - for the lever stroke the speed range is large. In the kid, Nextdrive is solved by shifting gears. In my opinion, it is more convenient. For cruise control, a separate button would not hurt, catching 10 seconds of a stable speed podbeshesya. The main thing: do not charge with the additional battery in the assembled state - the battery socket is pressed against the rear wing. The jamb of the design is obvious.

Comment: Like an electric scooter for riding - a great unit! As a city vehicle, you can take it at a distance of no more than 7-8 km to your destination, and it is better that the route be without public transport.

Advantages: Beautiful, illuminated underbody (color and shimmer option can be selected), powerful, for adults,

Disadvantages: So far, everything is fine, everything is as expected.

Comment: Alexander Dorokhov told - you can't tell it better :) My mileage is 200 km. I'll tell you about my first impressions. The main thing is that I bought it and do not regret it. It's worth its money. Although he hesitated for a long time :). I think sooner or later something like that will appear in your family too. Most of all, the country of origin was frightening - China. I still expect a catch, but everything is tolerable. Apparently, the Chinese are trying. I have the latest ES4 version. Heavy (14 kg), clearly not for a child and not a fragile woman. I weigh 105 kg. Handles my weight. On "sport" mode rushing uphill for 20 km. I saw a maximum of 30 km (if the speedometer does not overestimate). For me, this thing is urban. For good coverage. And the speed is no more than 20 - 25 km. Rain, snow - stay in the garage. The primer is already problematic. Himself went to work 18 km per hour (just drive, emotional exercise), my daughter took away and travels around her students in the area. I think this is a very good thing to deal with traffic jams and save the time and effort of a city dweller. You can take something easier, simpler and cheaper. I would especially like to draw your attention to safety. The wheels are small, a hole comparable to a half of the wheel threatens to "nape". The brakes are weak. Knee pads, elbow pads and a helmet are highly desirable. I go without them myself :). But I am very attentive and careful on the road. I love myself and respect others (especially children). They frightened that the cast wheels would shake the soul. No. It's okay. I advise.

Advantages: It looks neat, without an additional battery, the price is like all competitors, which have a lot of shortcomings together

Disadvantages: bushings

Comment: I bought, immediately paid for the upgrade of the bushing for a replacement, I trimmed the wire at the fold with an elastic band so that it would not wipe, sealant on the bolts and all the way through. 60 km, but these weigh more than 20kg-30kg, think carefully if you need this when you ride the subway and the scooter with you, go out and ride the scooter wherever you want, it will be hard for you)) Secondly, ride a scooter first in the store test, you will see a speed of 30 on the speedometer, and you will understand that you never need to drive around the city at such a speed, fly farther than a motorcyclist at a speed of 200 km / h. I specifically knew - I want no more than 14 kg, beautiful, reliable. I chose this one. model, if I plan to ride a lot, I put an additional battery, if a little 15 km, then I don’t put it and it is easier to transport along the metro stairs, I almost never ride above 20 km / h, it’s really fast. Improvements, yes, they are needed, but they are needed in absolutely any scooter in this oh price, and in Ninebot they are rather "cosmetic" lightweight, and cheap. You can even buy and deliver, and then just lubricate and not steam. And another tip, buy it first without a battery, it costs 20 thousand, go for a ride, want more, Buy it later, suddenly you don’t like it, then sell it faster. And personally I think that it’s better to buy them somewhere, the store warranty is bad, it takes a long time, and it’s bad, it’s better to buy without a guarantee and give it to the workshop every 500 km, it will be cheaper and safer than wasting precious summer days while the warranty workshop will bother him for two weeks, if suddenly something goes wrong

Advantages: - Feeling of riding - Design

Disadvantages: - Almost no shock absorption - In the rain splashes the whole back

Comment: I bought it rather impulsively, but I never regretted it - the device is very cool, the emotions from riding are just super! Made very soundly, no wires stick out anywhere, it is clear that the design is well thought out. As for the battery. Firstly, the declared maximum speed (30-31 km / h) is the red mode, in which the battery drains very quickly. I have never measured how much you can drive if you drive only on it, but according to approximate estimates, 10-12 kilometers, no more. Secondly, with my average weight (75 kg), I never managed to drive 45 km in the white mode. At the very beginning, I drove a maximum of 38 km, now, after a run of 500 km, the cruising range has become exactly 30 km. It's a little offensive, given my low weight, that after a couple of months of use, the power reserve is already half as much as stated. As for the assembly, in general, everything is fine too. After running 500 km, it rattles a little, plus the rear spring creaks, but not critical. More frustrating is the stiffness of the suspension: there is a feeling that it is not there at all, when driving on paving stones, the vibrations are quite strong and unpleasant, plus they loosen the bolts, and they have to be tightened after each trip. But in general the device is quite strong. Many people say that after 200-300 km of run there is no way without service, but for 500 km I did not do anything except tightening the bolts. If handled with sufficient care, do not ride in mud, do not jump off curbs, etc. - everything will be OK.

Advantages: Good dynamics Power reserve pleases Light Stylish design

Disadvantages: I haven't found any drawbacks yet, I've been using it for less than a month.

Comment: An excellent scooter, probably one of the best options. I read reviews on the Internet, I ended up buying a ninebot ES2 + Battery = es4 At the moment, the mileage is 100 km. With my weight of 80 kg, I drive 25-28 km in a mixed driving style. I am pleased with the low weight and dimensions. I will definitely add a review based on the results of seasonal operation.

Advantages: Crazy stool, hard as a washboard, the acceleration dynamics are excellent. Mods are installed from a smart, you can prepare the firmware and install it on the street within a minute, and then 35 km / h, for those who want to check it. Black edition 300 km, nothing dangles, the amorts have become softer, or maybe I'm used to it. But for the sport regime and my 100 kg I have to pay in kilometers, somewhere up to 25 passes. I did not test in normal mode, there should be much more. I will add: the mileage is 500 km, nothing dangles, no backlash or rattles. (1 time for 300 km tightened 4 bolts at the bottom of the steering column) Chipanul on scooterhacking point org. Now goes 35 km / h, max power 900+ watts. drifting with my 100 kg at the start.

Disadvantages: His wife has a kuga ec2, a soft, smooth ride, but the dynamics is de-scratch, the speed is small, here it is tough, if dirty, it becomes a rattle, but it is easy to wash with a powerful stream under a shower head. The display is afraid of water ingress, the deck and the stick are well protected, but alik has a selection of condoms on the display, I ordered this. The rear fender requires a mudguard. Electronic brake, my 100 plus a backpack of 7 kilogams from a speed of 30 stops very dumb, the braking distance is not predictable

Comment: Fire the apparatus! I am very surprised specifically by the build quality of my device, when I bought it I was ready to finish and invest, but everything turned out to be much better.