Nice overview. I keep telling people that the MCM5 is the most powerful wheel on the planet. I've taken it up steep mountain trails that no other wheel has been able to climb. And under tough conditions, it will not overheat. It should be noted that it has the same internal electronics as its bigger brethren the MSX. I love my MCM5.
@@Kickersoccer69 I believe you are incorrect. The Tesla, yes, but the MCM5 has the same MOSFETs as the MSX. Take a look at this product page (with a picture of the control board): www.ewheels.com/product/new-gotway-mcm5-14-the-mountain-climber-800wh-battery-1500w-motor/ However, the circuit board is different from the MSX.
Thanks. I really LOVE 14" for doing tricking and sharp turns, even pirouettes. Think the MCM5 will be my next wheel as i feel i'd benefit from extra range and power for tricks. I also commute ocassionally, and would love to start joining in on group rides, so would be nice to have the range.
I have and use a old swagroller and at my age I thought 9.3 mph would be fine. Well the little kid in me is screaming for MORE POWER. Personally my riding area seems rough often and I think a 16" is my next one but I sure don't want 20+ plus cause I don't bounce like I used to. Thanks.
One thing that I am really curious about is how the top safe speed changes according to the battery. I watched so many reviews and all of them say the same thing - Top speed around 45km and safe speed is around 40... but how does that change when the wheel has, let's say, 30% battery? Will it still stay safe at about 40 km/h? or does that drop drastically? To be honest, you scared me a little when you said that at 15-20% it beeps at 8 mph. People never cover this, and I can't understand why. It feels so important to me that the speed basically halves when reaching ~40% and such.
they really need to make a wheel 18" wheel with the proper sized motor. i really think the reason why 14" wheel is so responsive and torque is because of how close the magnets are to the tire. If you open up the motor, you will see that is where the magnets are and that is where the rotational force if applied. if you use the same size motor for the 16" and 18" and 22" wheels, the rotational force is further and further away from the tire. Making it harder to rotate the wheel. I think this is the hesitation we experience when going to a bigger wheel. I don't know why no one has come out with a properly sized motor for an 18". That would be an ultimate wheel! 14" is too small to go over some bumps and potholes and it isn't all that stable at higher speeds like an 18 or 22"
The tesla, nikola, msx, and msp speed version all use the same motor. The MCM5 motor is actually same diameter, except the magnets are wider, plus as you said - closest to the circumference.
650km is here. th-cam.com/video/TUPwhprZ0TQ/w-d-xo.html 1000km is here: th-cam.com/video/obFzAglRrrw/w-d-xo.html
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I have the MCM4 now and will buy the MCM5, but since it only weigh 2kg more than the MCM4 and goes from 680wh to 800wh and from 800w to 1500w motor, should not the distance be a bit more? With my MCM4 I can easily go 32-35 kilometers in distance (20-22 miles) with an average speed of 25-30kmh (16-17mph). How come the distance is still the same on MCM5? Or do you measure the distance from different speed on the different wheels?
We smash it for the test, in the worst conditions we can get at the time...to get the lowest result, so anyone buying it should usually be pleasantly surprised with an uplift in range :) *unless they also smash it...which is naughty as its a stupid way to ride and 2. Are heavier.
could this small but powerful wheel handle my 130kg body on it for short commutes on flat ground? and is there a big difference between this and v2? it will be my backup second wheel only to be used now and then.
To me it feels very heavy , and a bit hard to maneuver. I had a V8F witch felt lighter and easier to handle . The MCM-5 does feel a bit faster and more torque to accelerate . Over all it just doesn't feel very refined .
MCM5 is a great wheel. You just have to live with the lack of refinements: cheap power outlet covers will break off after one year, foot pedals don't stay up when you're walking it along, trolley handle could be a bit thicker and more robust. The dumbest thing on the wheel is the fact that only one side of the shell has a cutout for the fingers. Not only is this inconvenient, it can be a nightmare if you put the shells on wrong. If you accidentally switch shells, the cutouts will now be on your left side. If you're right handed this sucks and you will have to take the wheel apart, switch shells and put the wheel back together. Really stupid of Gotway to do this just to save $ on one little cutout. Aside from that its a great wheel for short commutes.
Its about the same as learning to ride a bike, some people take and hour some a week or so. Once you have it, its easy! Get on over to our site www.ElectricPeople.org and join the community, loads of peeps there that will help you out :)
@@Speedyfeetuk Yup so now we have the E.U.C.A.S. aka "Electric Unicycle aquiring syndrome" We all need a big wheeler and a small wheeler and also a MCM 5 - for more fun. Thx for great vids mate.
I've tried this wheel and it's useless. it is indeed an oversized 14 inch wheel, yet is nowhere near as confortable to ride as a real 16 inch or an 18 inch, and it's a small battery...So big, heavy 14 inch...Trolley is super super fragile and the handle just isn't very handy...It also is very painful to ride on the ankles and legs...What I expect from a 14 inch wheel is to be agile, light and punchy...If I should buy a wheel that big and that heavy or powerful, I might as well just buy a Tesla/ACM/V10. Kingsong KS14D remains the best 14 inch by far
Nice overview. I keep telling people that the MCM5 is the most powerful wheel on the planet. I've taken it up steep mountain trails that no other wheel has been able to climb. And under tough conditions, it will not overheat. It should be noted that it has the same internal electronics as its bigger brethren the MSX. I love my MCM5.
Marty Backe as far as i know thats not correct...open it up..it has another (older) board then the MSX...
The Tesla and the MCM5 are “before” the new MSX board...still smaller mosfets....but as you said, as it is a 14inch, its the most torque!!
@@Kickersoccer69 I believe you are incorrect. The Tesla, yes, but the MCM5 has the same MOSFETs as the MSX. Take a look at this product page (with a picture of the control board): www.ewheels.com/product/new-gotway-mcm5-14-the-mountain-climber-800wh-battery-1500w-motor/ However, the circuit board is different from the MSX.
@@Kickersoccer69 When I upgrade my battery (soon) I'll take a close look at the control board
Well you convinced me Marty. I bought one after discussions with you. It's in country now. Just have to wait for it to go from the East to the West.
Much appreciate the English units of measure for those of us across the pond! :-)
Thanks. I really LOVE 14" for doing tricking and sharp turns, even pirouettes. Think the MCM5 will be my next wheel as i feel i'd benefit from extra range and power for tricks. I also commute ocassionally, and would love to start joining in on group rides, so would be nice to have the range.
I have and use a old swagroller and at my age I thought 9.3 mph would be fine. Well the little kid in me is screaming for MORE POWER. Personally my riding area seems rough often and I think a 16" is my next one but I sure don't want 20+ plus cause I don't bounce like I used to. Thanks.
One thing that I am really curious about is how the top safe speed changes according to the battery.
I watched so many reviews and all of them say the same thing - Top speed around 45km and safe speed is around 40... but how does that change when the wheel has, let's say, 30% battery?
Will it still stay safe at about 40 km/h? or does that drop drastically?
To be honest, you scared me a little when you said that at 15-20% it beeps at 8 mph. People never cover this, and I can't understand why. It feels so important to me that the speed basically halves when reaching ~40% and such.
I'm really late to this great hobby but really good review . Thanks x
Glad it was helpful! Be sure to check us out: www.SpeedyFeet.co.uk and also join the community here: www.ElectricPeople.org :)
@@Speedyfeetuk great . Many thanks
they really need to make a wheel 18" wheel with the proper sized motor. i really think the reason why 14" wheel is so responsive and torque is because of how close the magnets are to the tire. If you open up the motor, you will see that is where the magnets are and that is where the rotational force if applied. if you use the same size motor for the 16" and 18" and 22" wheels, the rotational force is further and further away from the tire. Making it harder to rotate the wheel. I think this is the hesitation we experience when going to a bigger wheel. I don't know why no one has come out with a properly sized motor for an 18". That would be an ultimate wheel! 14" is too small to go over some bumps and potholes and it isn't all that stable at higher speeds like an 18 or 22"
so you are saying an msx does not have enough torque???
The tesla, nikola, msx, and msp speed version all use the same motor. The MCM5 motor is actually same diameter, except the magnets are wider, plus as you said - closest to the circumference.
I’m hesitating between ks14d and mcm5 v2. I want small body but ks14d is quite limited in speed
Love the skydio footage
Hey I wonder with this powerful motor if you can lean forward and spin the tire. I know mine can skid to a stop on loose stone.
On a loose surface yes!
Great vid! Thanks
Any 1000km review on the mcm5 yet?
650km is here. th-cam.com/video/TUPwhprZ0TQ/w-d-xo.html
1000km is here: th-cam.com/video/obFzAglRrrw/w-d-xo.html
I have the MCM4 now and will buy the MCM5, but since it only weigh 2kg more than the MCM4 and goes from 680wh to 800wh and from 800w to 1500w motor, should not the distance be a bit more? With my MCM4 I can easily go 32-35 kilometers in distance (20-22 miles) with an average speed of 25-30kmh (16-17mph). How come the distance is still the same on MCM5? Or do you measure the distance from different speed on the different wheels?
We smash it for the test, in the worst conditions we can get at the time...to get the lowest result, so anyone buying it should usually be pleasantly surprised with an uplift in range :) *unless they also smash it...which is naughty as its a stupid way to ride and 2. Are heavier.
i am currently trying to decide on a wheel to buy, and this might be the one im going for
(it will be my first ever euc but i have a friend with this wheel and its very good in my opinion)
Where you located?
could this small but powerful wheel handle my 130kg body on it for short commutes on flat ground? and is there a big difference between this and v2? it will be my backup second wheel only to be used now and then.
I think it most likely would, but it would be asking a lot from it, would it be flat areas and slowish speeds?
Thanks man this actually helped me out a lot im going to buy this shit
U can turn off the tilting right?
Tilting right? Sorry not sure what you mean?
A comma is missing 🤣
To me it feels very heavy , and a bit hard to maneuver. I had a V8F witch felt lighter and easier to handle . The MCM-5 does feel a bit faster and more torque to accelerate . Over all it just doesn't feel very refined .
MCM5 is a great wheel. You just have to live with the lack of refinements: cheap power outlet covers will break off after one year, foot pedals don't stay up when you're walking it along, trolley handle could be a bit thicker and more robust. The dumbest thing on the wheel is the fact that only one side of the shell has a cutout for the fingers. Not only is this inconvenient, it can be a nightmare if you put the shells on wrong. If you accidentally switch shells, the cutouts will now be on your left side. If you're right handed this sucks and you will have to take the wheel apart, switch shells and put the wheel back together. Really stupid of Gotway to do this just to save $ on one little cutout. Aside from that its a great wheel for short commutes.
Glad you are enjoying it! (not had the power cover break off though so far in the last 1500-2000km). Trolley handle is like a little blade lol.
Gr8 video thx
Hi! Nice one. I have one here in Moscow, Russia.
Congrats!
Is it difficult to ride this thing? Never tried one before. Is it easy as riding a bike?
Its about the same as learning to ride a bike, some people take and hour some a week or so. Once you have it, its easy! Get on over to our site www.ElectricPeople.org and join the community, loads of peeps there that will help you out :)
@@Speedyfeetuk thank you sir. I hope I wont have a hard time learning this.
Is this the v2 or v1
Going by the date think V1
Whats ur weight
In this video around 13.5 stone
Sweet
It packs a punch, but range is not impressive. This will prob be my EUC #2.
For more range you have to go bigger, there is only so much WH you can pack in a frame this small 😎
@@Speedyfeetuk Yup so now we have the E.U.C.A.S. aka "Electric Unicycle aquiring syndrome" We all need a big wheeler and a small wheeler and also a MCM 5 - for more fun. Thx for great vids mate.
Ha ha E.U.A.S
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I've tried this wheel and it's useless. it is indeed an oversized 14 inch wheel, yet is nowhere near as confortable to ride as a real 16 inch or an 18 inch, and it's a small battery...So big, heavy 14 inch...Trolley is super super fragile and the handle just isn't very handy...It also is very painful to ride on the ankles and legs...What I expect from a 14 inch wheel is to be agile, light and punchy...If I should buy a wheel that big and that heavy or powerful, I might as well just buy a Tesla/ACM/V10. Kingsong KS14D remains the best 14 inch by far
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