Why the Zero 9 is the Perfect Scooter for Me | Zero 9 Review
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By far the best electric scooter reviews channel on youtube. Keep up the good work.
I took a long time and test rode a lot of scoters, I have finally bought the Zero 9. It's only after a day of riding (got 30km on one charge) that I fully appreciate the qualities of this scooter. Apart from the stats, the Zero 9 just feels incredibly solid and safe to ride. At 30kph and even at 40kph, there is no wobble and the suspension is superb, making this scooter feel "planted" at any speed. The brakes are simply amazing, a feature that I think is overlooked too often, until a car cuts you off and you have to break within 4 meters, if you don't you hit the car! Lastly I thought deck size was not important, well after riding for a while I realise that I like to move my feet around a bit because it gets uncomfortable to stay in the same position for more than 30 min, I learned that a big deck size is actually great
Hey 👋 👍
Thanks for the review, Is yours the 10.ah or 13.ah ?
Also can you get more out of the 30klm range ?
thanks
I wonder what your review of Zero9 after a year of using it:)
Just bought one based on this review ... as you mention it ticks all the boxes for its cost and weight, thank you for an informative opinion. 40 yr old loving the zero 9 like a kid again :-)
Upgraded to zero 9 from a xiaomi pro.... still portable and rip past those xiaomi's at the lights...feels much safer too, great review, thanks.
Loving your reviews Chuck. Great job covering the practical things we want to know. It's so hard to decide what is the perfect scooter for oneself. Keep up the great work. Background music is great, not so loud and annoying like some other reviewers.
Best value for money scooter to me, I just bought one and its so grunty. My first scooter and I love it. My only concern was the lack of water resistant rating but after reading up on what users said that seems like nonissue.
Please NEVER change. Continue excellent and Objective scooter knowledge and teaching!!! Thank you so!!
I'd love to see you review Apollo Scooters Zero 9 variant!
I cancelled my apollo city order and 13 days later I still haven't received my refund. At least zero 9 is in the US. Having to go through BofA to get my money back. They never replied to me, never got an invoice, never got my refund.
APOLLO CITY IS BETTER, I HAVE BOTH !!!
@@noformstyle Can you give us some reasons why you like the Apollo City better?
@@amanwithoutaname4535 Check the reviews, better build version.
Bought the 9 and then had a flat and tried to buy the 8.5” x 2” off Amazon, but none of the tubes were the right size or had the 45 degree valve stem. Amazon had a zero9 replacement they were asking $38 and I ended buying the last one on eBay for $18. Although this is a nice scooter, you have to look at being able to find tubes or replace it with a solid tire.
Avid cyclist, new to micro mobility. Your vids, are extremely informative & to the point. I will receive my zero 9 in 6 to 8 weeks from Rev Rides. Thank you. Keep up the great work.
Welcome to the e scooter club! You can join the Facebook group electric scooter guide group.If any issues with your scooter arise, lots of willing people would help. Goodluck 👍
Saw this review a few days ago and did some research. Purchased my own Zero 9 today. Love it!
Chyurri what where your runner ups?
@@Silver_Vee_Tm was shopping between this and ninebot max. I have the original m365 and I love it. Suspension is night and day difference.
Great review Chuck. Just wanted to mention I'm pretty sure its the lightest weight scooter that has dual pneumatic tires and both front and rear suspension.
Inadequate front suspension, but yes.
Yes, good call -- not many scooters at this weight have all the features of the Zero 9 -- which is why, for this weight -- it really crushes everything else.
I am new to the scooter world. I am looking to pick something up due to where I live, everything is close but a distance away(1-5 miles there and back). Your channel is awesome! I still do not know which scooter is for me but these reviews are sure narrowing the decision process! Thx bro!!! Keep up the excellent reviews!
Watching these zero 9 videos until I get mine :] thanks for the awesome informative review! Glad you made it
I watch your review videos even after my purchase! 🤣 There really good. 👍
Just wondering, you have Zero 8, 8X, 9, 10x reviews but no Zero 10 review. Hopefully you do a review on that one too.
super thorough!! - first time ever i had zero questions after a scooter review ! only prob for the ZERO9 is I’m used to tires that can never go flat from my EtwoWOW -so Mercane Wide is still my no1 choice for next upgrade -but this one is right behind- glad they do a custom thumb throttle too!!
Thanks Idrissa - we aim to please. I think you can get solid or honeycomb tires installed on the 9 if that is what you want.
Don't worry about flat tires as Zero 9 wheels are made by 3 parts and can be easily folded to make replacement easy. Big improvement vs Xiaomi's one-piece wheel which are pain in the ass.
Make sure you have the recomended psi inflated into the tire all the time. Running them low on air will get you a flat tire every corner.
Love my Zero9 , I’ve owned the Glion and NanRobot but the Zero9 runs circles around them. Its perfect for me also. The weight is the heaviest I could manage on Bart here in the Bay
The only con I have is the handlebars are constantly coming loose , it’s a pain to have to keep tightening them back up
I used plumbers tape on mine...helps some but I give them a twist now and then anyway...
After using plumbers tape, can you still fold/unfold the handlebars?
Electric Scooter Guide I rarely unfold them so maybe I’ll try it also
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide yes
@@WendelltheSongwriter thanks for the tip -- we'll try this out.
Hey mate, great review - One suggestion RE handlebar wobble, have you tried standard plumbing thread tape ? Its like $1 from the hardware store and should sort that out ! Cheers from Melbourne, Australia.
Just bout my Zero 9. And the rep that you filmed for customer service sold me mine!!
I bought the Zero 9. This review was very comprehensive and on point.
Nice review Chuck!
Love the added details on Weight Limit (example!), drop test, and trunk test! Really thorough review and high production valeu/quality!
Nice Chuck and TEAM!
I see the TRUNK TEST! Thanks, from all of us weekend warriors that want to throw it in the trunk and take it to the TRAILS! (or wherever! ) Thanks again!
Nice to see the new zero tires fitted... they look more solid...
The pram tires fitted on earlier version of the 9 are VERY prone to flats, especially at the rear, so can’t wait to fit the new zeros on... and they look good too 👍🏼 keep it up....⚡️🛴
This scooter is also perfect for me. It has everything that I want in a scooter. This is my dream scooter. Thank you for this very detailed video. 👍
Thanks for the kind words! -Vosk
I ordered my Rev Zero 9 on April 14th. I was pleased it was available since other models on Rev’s website were sold out like the Zero 8 and 8X.. Two days later and no shipping number yet, I contacted them. Emily, their shipping manager responded.
“We are expecting our shipment to come in by the end of May/beginning of June. We ship the orders out in the order it was received. Hope this answers your questions. Have a great weekend!”
This infuriates me. I was expecting it to take longer than a typical Amazon order, but not this. She’s basically saying “Come late May/early June, we’ll tell you what the wait time is...” The “Have a nice weekend” on the end there made me more annoyed. You just disappointed the hell out of me. Don’t pat me on the head and tell me to have a nice weekend! I feel like a Raine One customer right now! Nothing but question marks!
Great Review. Handle Bar Wobble is a " Deal Breaker " for me. I'm still doing more Research. Torn between Zero 9 vs.Turbo Wheel Swift ???
What did you end up getting TW Swift got discontinued?
Great job on this video. Just ordered my Zero 9. Thanks for the promo code!
Are you happy with the zero 9...struggling on making a decision between this and skywalker 10s. Thanks
How's the Scooter going for you?
Sweeeet review. Very good to see in depth focused reviews on scooters thank you.
9:12 The cars are stopping because they think you're a police scooter.
Fuk yea
We want Nanrobot d4 and d5 videos. I got my nanrobot d5 becuse of your videos, and that thing is a beast!
wow! i just love your reviews! so thorough & concise for the vast info you share! amazing!!
Great review, however, for 1099 dollars, I prefer my Kaboo Mantis twin 500 watt scooter. Better performance and the extra 10 pounds is okay for me. I live in San Francisco apartment 2nd floor and the carry is ok. Just my humble opinion and again great video. Always informative.
KM8 looks great except ZERO POST SALE SUPPORT !
REDDIT
I wish a few designer high vis-vests that are better ventilated were available.
Too many of us rely on lights but wear dark clothes.
I am from Hong Kong and looking to buy a scooter
this video is really helpful, thank you
Watched your video, you finished to convince me to buy this one over so many other choices. Used the link too so hope you get something out of it too! Cheers.
Thanks for review. As it happened I ordered one couple of weeks ago and should be with me before end of month.
Boom! Let us know how you like it. Why did you end up going with this model over others?
Hows the zero 9 holding up...stuck on buying this or skywalker 10s? Thanks
@@benpitchford2987 Hi with the lockdown at present I have not used it for almost 3 weeks. Though if the skywalker has LG batteries I would go with that.
@@esrider7765 thanks, now I'm looking at better model like kaabo mantis but doesnt have LG battery on base model...for joy riding I'm thinking it will do. Enjoy your zero 9! Great looking scooter
@@benpitchford2987 The zero 9 does have option for LG batteries, though it costs a bit more and not all places offer this option.
Do you think it’s a good idea to buy a Zero 9 from AliExpress? They are much cheaper, is there any catch to it?
The Zero 9 is a Unicool/Titan variant, meaning that this scooter is available under different brands from various sellers (reputable and not).
We don't recommend purchasing on AliExpress in general, as the catch may be you get a lemon (it happens) and have no way to get your $$ back or support to fix it.
If you purchase for a bit more from a known seller, they'll often provide replacement parts under warranty, troubleshoot issues, or even replace the scooter if it's bricked.
We have coupons for lots of scooters from sellers we trust, including the Apollo City which is equivalent to the Zero 9.
electric-scooter.guide/coupons/
Happy shopping! - Trina
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide Thank you so much for the reply! Any chance there will be a coupon code for the zero 9? I live in Canada, so if I purchase from a Canadian store/site they tax it, and if I purchase from Rev Rides they charge $100 shipping fee.
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide I agree, please reinstate the coupon code for the Zero 9. I need one.
Please review the Apollo version of this scooter (City) -- it's much cheaper and built with higher quality materials to North American standards rather than the Zero which is for the Chinese market and thus has a 2 year warranty as opposed to a few months.
I can’t decide, 9 or 8x, I think 9 because I don’t want anything too heavy, but I like the suspension, breaks, solid tires and power of the 8x
Question I'm debating between (4) scooters....
1. Zero 9
2. Zero 8x
3. Q1 Hummer
4. Apollo Explorer
Which do you think in your opinion is the best over all scooter out of these (4) ?
I have the Apollo City its the equivalent of Zero 9. I wouldn't go with the 8x based on the electric scooter guide group on fb, always look for dual pneumatic tires 8x has both solid tires less traction in the rain and uncomfortable ride. For me its between Zero 9/Apollo City or Apollo explore both have pneumatic tires, dual breaks, 600W vs. 1000W single motor. Also depends on riders weight, commute. Apollo scooters has 24 months warranty which is best in the industry right now. Hope that helped, goodluck!
@@philmartinez1626 I was thinking the same and towards the explorer but ESG gives a great review on the 8x. Which is why I'm in between. What about the q1 Hummer
@@chrisramos9058 I bought the Turbowheel Dart five days ago. It's Zero 9 with LG battery
I have this scooter. It's amazing. The weight is well balanced with features as you said. It's at the maximum weight that my girlfriend (weight
Hey Juno - our thoughts exactly. What is an MSX?
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide It's the best Electric unicycle in the world by Gotway. Maybe you should give us some EUC review in the future? ;)
Personally I think EUCs are superior to e-scooters, in terms of weight, range, performance, riding quality, and size. That is of course after you conquer the steep learning curve. Cheers!
There might be already this question asked, but I'd like to see the review, when possible, of the Aerlang H6 v2 (chinese model), please. That would be great! Cheers from Portugal and congrats on the great channel content.
Hello first congratulate you on the good videos you have, on the other hand I need your advice since I have to decide between the Zero 9 and the Dualtron Mini. Could you tell me which one you think is best considering quality, speed, autonomy, driving, shock absorbers, brakes, foot room.
Thanks
The clamp for the handle bar is not strong enough the bar still slides down during heavy breaking or going onto a curb. Battery drops fully on hills. I get 15 miles out of mine every week before its on its last bar. Portability is poor since I cannot take it on the train or any more than 10 yards before it drains your arm. However its nice to see these hold value.
I am looking at multiple scooters like the splach twin, kaabo mantis 10 eco800 and vsett8/8+ and now adding the zero 9 to the list
All are great options! Look at Apollo city 22 it seems like a solid upgrade!
Would anyone out there do a 15 km(9 mile) commute on a scooter?
Great video. How does this compare to the fluid that you reviewed?
Just a note to everyone out there. Thumb throttle is not that comfortable on zero 9 when you order the installation before it is shipped to you, so honestly triggers style might be way more convenient. So, don't rush into spending additional 80$ on changing it. While Electric Scooter channel has their own preferences, you might regret their advice. Also, when you collapse the scooter, it doesn't take a big amount of force to be applied to the red pedal. Just put your foot on rear end of the board and use your arm to move the stem forward slightly and press on the pedal with your free hand. Just play with it and you will see how easy it is to collapse it. When you setting up the scooter from collapsed position to ready to ride, the bolt does click. Again use your foot on the rear end of the board and move the stem up with acceleration towards the end. There is very noticeable click.
Generally, I love the scooter. Unfortunately, I had my rear tire go flat on the second day of riding. When I got the tube out I noticed that most likely the tube was defective since it started the crack right around the air stem. the stem is located on the inner side of the tire. Plus, the road from my home to the office is pretty good no serious bumps and it's a mile ride. So I have sent a message to customer service of this company and we will see how they respond (will post later).
also note that taking the tube out of the rear or front tire should be done by disassembling the wheel. Don't use the pry tools or other tools, it is way more difficult, trust me. Manufacturer video shows using the pry tools, don't ! you will save yourself a headache.
Also note that scooter is not light to carry around, so I would recommend trolley wheels. I got a pair for me, easy to install yourself and so far I like them. I take the scooter with me to the office and trolley wheels definitely help a big deal.
update: customer service is indeed fantastic. Like I described earlier, my rear tire went flat. Apparently, there is a design issue as tires now contain plastic piece for whatever reason that sits around air valve. Its edges might cut the tube. That's what happened to me. I ordered two new tubes. The team refunded both tubes after I reported the issue and I should be getting them these week. Responsive, super easy to deal with! it was my pleasure.
update 3/26: just tested the distance 16.9 miles. I guess the company state more than 20 miles for completely flat surface. when you ride smaller hills up and down from time to time your battery will discharge faster. Also, when you change tires buy disassembling the wheel in two halves make sure you don't pinch the tube and putting it back together. Happened to me, hence, got hole ripped in tube. One more thing, if you ride your scooter daily for a long distance over rough road, it's not a problem for your brain, it is a problem for your feet. They will hurt.
Update on 4/11/2022: not even put 1000 miles on the scooter and the battery is already bad. after full charge I hardly made 3 miles at 10mph. unfortunately, disappointing performance. Oh and you know what, you will get tired of fixing your flat tires. it happens so often, real issue on that scooter and I don't know why.
Great review! Quick question - I have a 27 degree hill on my commute - do you think the Zero9 could handle it? Alternatively, I like the look and power of the Widewheel Pro, but I also have a long flight of stairs so am concerned about the added +14lbs.
Great video and review, thank-you!
Any chance you could do a comparison with the Speedway Leger? I'm torn between these two with very similar price here in Australia.
This was my first scooter now I got a nami burn e 2 max, what a difference
Huge difference for sure! Nami is an excellent scooter that is obvious. -Vosk
I read several reviews on the website you said to buy these that there have been severe problems with the scooter unlocking while driving. One guy broke his thumb. Apparently the locking pin has serious problems. I will pass on this. Surprised you did not mention this as well as the seat option.
First of all I really like your review videos on the zero 9, keep up the great work! Your review made me decide on purchasing the 9. I just bought a zero 9 a couple of weeks ago. I have an issue/question.... Do you hear a light "popping" sound when you brake(both front or back), it's not the brakes themselves that make the sound. I think it's the motor(regeneration braking). If you go to settings on P11 and adjust the level to 2 or higher the popping sound occurs. When I set it to 0, the sound is gone. I was wondering if it's just my scooter or if its normal for all zero 9's. Hopefully you or someone that reads this comment can answer this for me. Thanks you!
Its normal that's the regen break
Would you recommend the Zero 9 over the Mercane Widewheel Pro?
Thanks for the review. Think this is the one.
please do a video of the most powerful under 30 pound scooters. I have the Booster V with 10 AH battery. it's checks the four boxes of build quality, low weight, range and power. I'd like to see if someone else is giving the Booster V and GT some competition.
The reason weight is important for me is because I have to lift it a great deal. Even in the office building I work in we are not allowed to roll the scooter on the marble floors..we must carry the scooter which is too long a walk for a 40 pound scooter.
I have the 10x but want this too
can you test out the new hero s8? please
Have you tested the in motion L9? .... I"m interested in either of these ... maybe a comparison would be great
Thanks for the review. If weight and the price difference weren't an issue, do you have a preference between the Rev and Zero 9? Interested in things like ride and build quality.
Contrary to popular opinion, I like the Rev - it has it's use case just like every scooter. No doubt the Zero 9 is more comfortable and for daily use it would be my choice since I ride at night and don't need the insane speed of the Rev. We have a Rev review here to get more details. electric-scooter.guide/reviews/boosted-rev-review/
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide Thanks for the reply.
Any recommendations for scooter performance in four seasons cities, the weather in CA is lovely all year long
i saw sumone in nyc im like woah those bright lights im like hmm let me research it
Hi guys. Loving the video's. I have ordered a Zero 9e. I notice you ride yours through a large puddle. Are confident its water resistant in case one gets caught short in the rain? Not holding you to it, but just to get your thoughts? Cheers
Great video, I agree with every word said. What is your opinion on scooter that could replace Zero 9 as an upgrade for someone who wants a little more? Is Zero 10 a big improvement?
2 biggest cons on zero9 i have are the screw design mounting of the front bar to the deck. After 1800km with mine it feels very unsafe. The second con is the back and front mudguards that will not pretect you and your scooter in any way on a rainy day. Worst part is in front where all the mud will rise in front of the folding deck system and into the spaces from the wires that goes inside the scooter.... not to mention the back mudguard that on mode2 speed will cover you over the head with muddy rain water.
What do you mean by very unsafe? Also you're not supposed to ride it in rain
I love mine (I have the Dart), but would really like a tougher front wheel, suspension etc.
Thanks for the feedback. What are you thinking of in terms of the front wheel?
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide just beefier...brake is fine, but a better shock, more clearance between tire and fender, larger wheels overall...I know I know, sounds like I'm bitching...I'm not....just saying next one will be a little tougher...thank you!
@@WendelltheSongwriter Zero ten sounds like the right scooter for u m8
Hi quick question, how does the scooter test in the waterproof department, because a $1200 scooter is useless if you get a short circuit or rust rust in the rain, or just doesn’t work if you leave it outside in rainy or foggy weather
I think American e-scooters are faster than UK ones, in UK they are obsessed to install a speed limiter at 15.5 mph !
do you think its still worth a buy? zero 8 is 749€ / zero 9 is 829€ and zero 10 is 1299€. vsett 8 is 999, vsett 9 is 1300€
Zero are good scooters but they are a little dated
How much speed do you lose after that 10 mile power conserve kicks in?
The wobble in one of the handlebars ... Do you mean when you fold it a lot of times to improve portability?
Hey man thanks a million for putting these videos out there. It's a huge help! I have a big question. Price around 1000 give or take, I'm looking for a scooter with 20 miles of range, foldable, and SOLID tires with a suspension. These air filled tires just keep popping in New Orleans cause our roads are terrible. What would you recommend? This Zero 9 looks awesome but then it has air filled tires and I'm done changing scooter tubes. Thanks in advance for the help!
Put some Armor Dilloz on the tires, military grade sealant check them on TH-cam, a lot better than slime. Goodluck!
Great Video Mate,Love it 👌
Thx!
40lbs is still a lot. i wouldnt want to carry that.
can you confirm this scooter folds down and be towed like a luggage? that's the 1 reason i love my etwow. never had to lift n carry it
Can you review the HIBOY max?
I can't decide whether I want one for pleasure or actual commuting. I would Def like the dualtron thunder for riding around town for lengths of time but wouldn't want to leave it anywhere due to its price. This Zero 9 would be great for comutting but I know I'd be itching for more power especially when going up hills and bridges.
These videos are extremely helpful! Thank you and subbed! 👍
Jess A. I got same indecisive issues right now between price as my first scooter, and power, as I’d like something decent for now that can do at least 20mph for $1000, but there’s the Kaabo Skywalker 10s that goes for $1150 only, and comes with a 1200watt motor and peaks at 35mph and has a horn and side lighting which comes in red only! But for the price, it has all the side features which others don’t! So you should look into that
@@vladimator1842 thanks for your recommendation! I'll def look into it.
Same here...cant decide if I'm going to buy the zero 9 or skywalker 10s...did you make a decision ye!
@@benpitchford2987 not really. I'm looking at going to a place to test drive the thunder and eagle and some others. I'm trying hard not to end up with buyers remorse, lol. Good luck with your choice!
@@vladimator1842 I'm in same boat...was thinking kaabo mantis or zero 10x but wanted LG battery not chinese base battery. Now looking at apollo pro w nice specs but still leaning towards mantis...🤔
Looking to upgrade from a Glion Dolly 225 model. This looks like a really nice upgrade! I know that I can buy dolly wheels that attach to the front of the scooter. That is nice, however it won't stand upright. I am wondering if the scooter could stand upright if the stem wasn't fully collapsed. One of the features of the Glion Dolly that I like is that I can ride public transportation and have it stand up so that nobody trips over it. If not could there be a workaround? Thanks in advance!!!
Terrific review. Thanks for the info.
Great review 👍
Cheers
Thanks Patrick!
Have you ridden the E-TWOW GT, and if so, how does this Z9 compare? Weight aside, how does the Z9 compare to the 2019 EMove Cruiser (or as I like to call it, the Bruiser). Is it significantly more compact than the Cruiser?
Yay, a thumb throttle. I don't think the finger throttle is particularly safe. It's hard to switch between throttle and brake levers quickly and when wearing bulky winter gloves, it can be difficult to control. My scooter shot out into traffic today with an inadvertent blip because of gloved fingers.
are vee an etwow GT review is missing from their site (they have the Bosster V what he rode for three years as far as I know :)
@@hhy2k no, he rode the old booster which is different from the V, and they have the GT but will do a test later on this year
Hi Are Vee - we have a GT review scheduled in about 5-6 weeks. Sorry this one is taking so long - we just have a bit of a backlog. I put the Z9 and the Cruiser in different classes since the weight and price is very different. I do recommend the Cruiser at it's weight and price for one of the best overall commuting scooters. It has an upgraded feature-set over not just the Z9 but of most other scooters out there with the hydraulic brakes, IP67, tubeless tires, etc. See our review here: th-cam.com/video/CvDAyvtL2sA/w-d-xo.html
Quite confusing with the Booster. I rode the Booster V (nearly same as the S+ Sport, just different battery size/range) for the review. It is a good scooter, but one level below the GT in terms of specs. We were waiting for the upcoming drum brake GT and will review that as soon as it hits US shores.
Electric Scooter Guide please please do the GT review ASAP! For me it’s a decision between the zero 9 and GT
Chuck, I purchased this Scooter from Revrides after watching your review and I only get 22 mph top speed. I checked my P settings and they are correct and my tires are inflated to 50psi as written on the sides of the tires. I weigh 135 pounds. What am I missing/doing wrong? Nathan from Revrides responded to a post I made on the Zero Facebook page stating that he did not believe the Zero 9 reached 28 mph and stated that is why they list the top speed on their website for the Zero 9 as 22-24 mph. Any guidance in this matter would be appreciated. I am a little disappointed in the top speed of 22 mph that I am experiencing on level pavement.
Update: It appears that I have found the answer to my issue. The performance/speed is significantly lower if your battery is not charged enough. When I charged to nearly full I was able to reach 28 mph. the Electric Scooter Guides video review states they noticed the drop off in performance after around half of the range or about after 10 miles of riding. Originally my lcd battery indicator was showing two bars used but I only got 22 mph. This display probably is not very accurate as to battery level as when I charged for a couple of hours I was able to get 28 mph.
Was just chatting with RevRides this morning and we discussed the top speed. Our data is correct and the speedometer on the display is showing a bit less than the actual speed. Of course your scooter may be different, but we are regularly getting 28 mph within the 600ft straightaways we use on our acceleration tests. You may also want to look into the p-settings for tire size and make sure it is 100% accurate vs tire size. Please see all performance data here: electric-scooter.guide/comparisons/electric-scooter-performance-tests/
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide thanks for your help Chuck. When I watched your review again today I heard you say that performance suffered significantly after about half the range was used. My LCD battery level was showing a lot more than 50 percent but I thought perhaps the display was not accurate so I decided to charge the Z9 for a couple hours. After this additional charging was done I was able to hit 28 mph.
The selling material/buying guide on the Revrides website shows a top speed of 22-24 mph and my guess is that is what they are getting when they test a new one out of the box because even if the battery level appears to be relatively full it may not be that full and performance suffers. When I let Nathan know your data and review stated a top speed of 28 mph he did not believe that the scooter was getting that much speed. Again, I think this is probably because when they have been testing them they most likely have not been fully charged.
I also noticed that the printed User Manual that came with the scooter stated that the top speed was 27.96 mph. So, it all is making sense now and perhaps Nathan and Revrides can increase the top speed information posted on their website with the caveat that this speed is only attainable for about 10 miles of range as your review disclosed.
I really appreciate all the great information you at ESG provide. I am also very appreciative of the after sales support provided by Revrides.
Curious to see the optional handle and trolley wheels for Z9 (and Z8/ Z10) in action as part of a review.
bkanegson the trolleys suck , I had them on my 9 and I took them off after a week
I would love one of these but the shipping is outrageous
Where are you located?
Those are some pretty significant short-comings that would cost rev-rides little to improve. Their willingness to change throttle or add bell is admirable, but comes at a cost to the consumer. At $1200 + Tax, I don't expect the issues you mention to be present. If you accept their build quality you send a message that those things don't matter that much. If they are focussed on customer service, I would expect them to respond to your criticisms. Have they?
As for the Stem Lock Click...safety issue you sorta glossed over. A lot to like on this scooter but I am not a buyer until all of your issues are addressed. To be clear, I don't believe I should have to pay more for: A bell, Choice of throttle, better stem engagement, lose handle, inadequate rear lights....
Bought this for my wife,it's a awesome bit of gear,48v 13ah disc brakes 45kmph speed light weight and nice suspension,bye bye es4 and max
Nice job -- how is she getting along with it so far?
@@ESG-ElectricScooterGuide she didn't like it at 1st as it accelerated a bit too fast so I turned to down to setting 1,now she loves it,she had my old es4 which had a narrow deck and gave her sore feet and a weak brake,this thing is miles above,I even take it out instead of my dual mantis sometimes lol.
@@shameelali2549 how was it going up hills?
i have the same but without mods just some changes in p-settings it goes 64km/h not standing on it....?
Handle bar wobble is a downside for me. Is the stem good quality?
My wife needs a scooter. What’s the best scooter for around 600 to 700$ that can do around 25 mph and has more than 350watts?
I am still confused what the difference is between the zero 9 and turbo wheel dart? Can someone help elaborate and which one to go with?
A legend is made here!
Thanks for the review. Do you still use it?
Sometimes
Great review, does the scooter have an app? Also, is there any theft deterrent for the scooter?
If you want to keep your scooter safe from theft, get yourself a solid U-lock, check this one out: www.amazon.com/dp/B06XN5GV9K/?ref=exp_electricscooterguide_dp_vv_d
Anyone notice the little mouse at 3:40?
Hahhaa, that's the first time I saw that! Probably a squirrel or chipmunk.
great review... how much do you weigh however?
What's up on a Evercross H5 review?
No plans yet!
Wide wheel pro or zero 9 ? I like the widewheel but I read they are not very good electronical wise
Do you know why all of a sudden my rear tire is shooting up water when riding on wet ground? I've had the zero 8 for months and never had this issue. My leg gets soaked within seconds.
Question which scooter should i buy i weigh 150lbs i need to commute 6mile to work lots of uphill and downhill. Please i need some advice.