Best Electric Scooters in 2019? ZERO 8 & 9 Review
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These two #electricscooters might be my latest favorites! They're the ZERO 8 & 9 escooters with incredible speed, suspension, battery range, and more!
ZERO 8 & 9 (RevRides) ➜ revrides.com?sca_ref=79302.y9oqAVtJoz (Discount code: "AUTHENTECH" for $50 off $500+)
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I purchased Zero 9 last month. My commute to work is 14.1 miles one way, 28.2 round trip. On a full charged battery, I was able to make the round trip commute. Using speed modes 1&2. Still had 1 bar left on battery.
Dang very impressive
A powerful scooter like the 9 can easily pull 30 miles if driven softly.
I've done the full 25 on my Horizon/Zero 8 in one trip, max speed.
@@AuthenTech Great video, I am 6 ft tall kind of worry about handlebar height.
How tall are you cause it seems you had to hunch down and legs are more bent than what I can sustain for long time?
Thanks !
Have had my Zero 9 for 2 years, and it is a blast. I recently invested in an external battery add-on from Falcompev which doubles the watt hours of the scooter. The batteries are set up in parallel, so the peak voltage is still in the 54+ range. Not only can I easily hit 40 miles of range (in hilly Seattle), but, there is much less voltage sag through the voltage range. So even at 1/2 battery consumed, I am still seeing 50+volts input at full acceleration. I took a brisk 20 mile/32km ride today and still registered 47.9v on both batteries. Both internal and external batteries must be within 1v of each other or you can get yourself into trouble. The controller draws down the voltage equally from both batteries, so no worries there. The external battery comes in a stylish Zero semi-hard bag mounted on the top of the handle bars. I can still fold the handles down when the bag is installed.
7:43 amazing shot with that dragonfly. Great video
That was one of my fav shots too :)
@@AuthenTech DOPE!!!
I have a m365. I preordered the mercane widewheel, cancelled it for a boosted rev. Cancelled the boosted rev, and now looking at the zero 9. I just cant make my mind up!!!
Zero 9 is beast mate. Worth it!
@@lordPix3lUK It is also very unsafe. The stem has no reinforcement in the base, hit the right bump and you have 2 scooters.
Hahaha the story looks like mine. I was about to get the Ninebot g30 max, cancelled the order and thought of KUGOO g max... hold off buying it as I found this Z8. I’m so confused
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I've had the Zero 8 for two months now and simply love it. I'm convinced that this is the best buy/value/performance e-scooter out on the market today. I've seen another reviewer comparing Zero 8 and Zero 9 and believe it or not, the Zero 8 has the better acceleration and it's also two pounds lighter. And like you, I get top speed of 23 mph and have even reached 24-25 mph on fresh battery and I'm 183 lbs. Trust me, that's plenty fast around busy downtown areas
People want to go fast until they see what happened to some people that do. Then they're like..... I'm good at 15 mph
I'm planning on buying my first electric scooter but I'm conflicted on whether to get a Boosted Rev or one of these Zero scooters. I like that these have suspensions but I'm a little concerned with their build quality. I would be using it around the city but I expect bumpy roads to get to my building so stability while riding is really important to me.
good comparison! The Zero 10X is a monster, insane acceleration, dual motors 1000W, scary fast, real 40-41 m/h, endless torque eating away the tires at liftoff ;)
thanks for using metric system.
5:17 looks like video game
I can't afford none of them, but it's fun seeing you enjoy them
I can afford only zero 8
Must suck to be broke
I've had the zero 8 for three months now and I believe the zero 8 is the best scooter in terms of price/performance/weight. I'm 182 lbs and I go 23-24 mph top speed, even reached 26 mph going downhill. This is more than enough speed in my busy downtown Chicago area. Surprisingly, I've also seen many reviewers say that the zero 8 has faster acceleration than the zero 9.
Great to hear! It's a fantastic scooter
Could you please tell me the range in miles you achieved with this please
the camera work alone is so awesome to watch. love it!
In the market for an electric scooter and this video has given me a pure perspective on what to go for thanks for the review ...
Cool glad it helped
I was about to buy the ninebot max but your video changed my mind to buy the zero 8. Thank you 😊
Did you bought it?
Great review and footage!
Wait til you try a 10X (I have a Zero 9 as well)
Definitely install some after market lights for night riding. The built in ones are fine for your visibility to other road users, but nowhere near good enough to see where you are going at the speeds they can do !
I can also say that Falcon PEV is pretty damn great when it comes to customer service. I ordered the 10X on a Thursday night in Australia. The same night they emailed saying there was a wait for the 18Ah model but the 24Ah was in stock. I asked if I could get a discount as I was a repeat customer and they knocked $200 off shipping on the spot. The scoot arrived at my door the following Tuesday! From Singapore. Can't expect much better than THAT! :)
U forgot to mention tht when u stand on the zero 9 the rear suspension fully compress its self which makes it useless and I'm only 65kg I owed one
there's not this problem with the zero 8 and I'm 83 kg
"I've never hit empty"
then you haven't finished the review.
Would the zero 8 be a good one for a 5'0 12 year old plead answer cause I'm buying my first ever electric scooter in 3 weeks
Sure! It'll be fast
Wow that's weird the multi tool it came with is part of the sahoo bike tube repair kit
Glad to have found this chanel , content quality is top notch
My Zero 8 will push up a 15-25 degree hill/ incline fairly easy,esp using level 3 mode. It only struggles a bit when my battery is almost spent. It's a good scooter for looks,power,speeds,range,and comfort. Rev Rides has really good customer support. Good review of a good product.Thanks!
Can you switch how fast it goes?
@@jacobevensen7614 It has three speeds - 1 st speed is about 10 mph. 2nd is to about 16 mph 3 rd speed is between 19-22 mph I travel light,have few hills,and weigh 160 lbs. Hope this helps.
Yay! An actual review. Best scooter review ive watched thus far. I think this scooter is the one!! Thank you
Excellent review but you didn't mention the weight of each, which is useful to know if you are considering to take it on a bus or subway or carrying up stairs.
Great review! I love my Zero 8. I hit the 600 mile mark today and I had it for a little over a year.
Very nice! 🤘
I need one for summer. I have a question if zero 8 can go on 8km ride with hills (up and down pretty steep). I need one that has the range to do that
@@wilsonfisk6156 for hills you'll want dual motors and a big battery
Can some of you comment about the inflatable tires vs just fully rubber tires... Have heard it's a pain to change them if you get a flat. Thanks. I'm "this close" to ordering this Zero 9! Am hooked!!!!
Hey Ben, really nice review thank you. I really wish that you had taken the time to ride it long enough to go empty so that you could tell us how far it will go on a charge. I'm interested in the nine now that I saw your review but I feel like you haven't finished the review.
Zero nine has a 265 weight limit 👍👍👍
Great review. Looks like a very good sturdy scooter. Now let’s see the longevity of it 1yr or 2yrs from now.
Will still function the same.?
Trying to figure out if you're speeding up the video or if that's true speed?!
Loved the insta360 one x shots!! Great video as usual Ben=)
Thanks man
Never stop this vids man
Much love
Thanks so much, these are fun :)
Like these but I’m a little gravity enhanced so I went with a Dualtron Thunder it can handle my weight better. Do like that 9 though
What's up with the scooter mountain? Is that strong enough for you to drive up
Aré these scooters water proof
Nope
Good review!#😊 and very good camera angles..
I'm in Arizona. Air tires have a life of about 2.5 hours and then it's constant battle to keep them fixed, patched, replaced, liners, goo, etc. It's no fun always having a flat.
Do the scooters have horns?
Saving up for the 8x
This video is very good and very helpful. I was planning to get a Zero 10X but I now want to self-limit myself to lower speeds in order to preserve life and limb. This video shows that the Zero 9 has good enough suspension, which was the main feature that I liked on the 10X. I'm still a bit nervous about 8.5" tires, but with the suspension they should be alright at
zero 9 has 9" pneaumatics
Thanks a lot for the reviews! I need one for commuting, so grateful for your insights. Wish you had shown us a bit more how to operate them and where the battery is located, charged from.
i want a review on the Zero 10, maybe vs. the zero 9, but alone would be fine , like hardly any reviews on the new model
20A and 25A not sure what it means but AFAIK coming from FPV drone world, those values are the max amps that the controller can handle?
How does it compare to Xiaomi Mijia M365 Pro?
more expensive
You're better off with the xiaomi m365 pro. It's less expensive and performs just better
@@martinsmith5520 but the zero 9 has a 500 watt motor and suspension, I think even though it's more expensive it's worth the extra money. Especially for me being in Malaysia the roads and footpaths are not great and many hills... I would get the 8x, but that's an expensive beast.
@@davidagiel8130 No, Zero 9 has 600w motor, Zero 8 has 500w. :)
What about rain? IP rating?
Hello sir. Is that model also available on Europe? Thank you
How much time does it takes to fully charge zero 8
I want the 8x but it's so heavy, I'll probably get the 9, good size and power
Great video thanks for your time.
I am curious about the 8 or 9, the folding lever for deck to handle bars seems like a safety issue as the guy in video hit red pin with is foot and scooter folded, seems like a weak spot or bad design.
i have worried about this myself. did u ever get an answer?
Matthew Vo , your the only one to comment, do you have one?
Great review, what are you using to mount your 360 camera? Love those shots!!
Using the selfie stick with the Insta360, and sometimes their biking waist strap for hands-free
I've bought a scooter MaxSpeed mini 5 lately. And it's just the exact copy of Zero 9. They are just identical. But in case of Zero 9 it was made by FalconPEV. And Max Speed mini 5 is made by Chinese company Hiley. The scooter actually costs less in my country - 685 USD. I'm from Belarus.
Have you done a review of the Zero 10x?!?! seriously considering buying one so a review would be great! This was also very informative!
Great job with video, I really enjoyed it. I think my kids are going to end up with something like the 8 or 9 in a year or too. They are ready for more than the Razor products offer them
Very good video Sir, clear explanation, good introduction, nice videos, straight to the point, subscribed.
same. solid.
Just got a Zero 9. Any recommendations? Accessories? Thanks! Great review.
if u hit the red pin while riding will the scooter just fold? is there no safety pin or anything? seems like a huge safety issue...
@@matthewvo8492 no safety pin. I've never hit it after 200 miles of riding. 🤞
travelnguy2002 thanks my dude. Do u have troubles folding it down? Might be cuz I ride in rain constantly lol
Great video and review that was full of info and answered all my questions about these scooters. I own a Qiewa scooter I bought off Amazon and it died after a year. Looking for a replacement and I've found it because these scooters have a suspension, great speed, and range. I'd never buy a scooter without those 3 specs and the Booster Scooter is nice and built to last but no suspension.
Would you recommand getting it if I live on a fourth floor without an elevator? I'm looking for some light scooters just to get to work with and this at the very least looks light but I'm not sure if it's enough, almost all the other lighter scooters alternatives have very low ish power
It'd be good exercise 😂
Great job Bro ! Greetings from Paris France.
Thank I've bend looking for one of those, keep up with good work reviewing and resources best of revising items .
Thanks* been*
probably the best review of the Z9 on youtube
Such a great video and channel! Because of that I liked the video and subscribed and turned on post notifications!
In your opinion, is the Zero 10 worth the extra $300-$400 over the Zero 9? I’m 6 foot 205 and will do commuting no further than 8 miles round trip.
I love my Zero ❤
So exciting. Thanks Ben for sharing the scooter they're the best
Is it good in the rain?
@@NinerNation81 You could probably seal the deck with waterproofing material.
I live in Bucharest and there are surprises on the road that cannot be avoided if going on the main roads. What scooter can handle 4-5cm unexpected borders?
What do you use for filming ? from the shadow in some shots lie in 6:35 we can see that it's like a camera attached to a long selfie stick... and then the stick gets removed through image processing ? How did you do that ? Really cool video by the way, great review.
It's a 360° camera
I am not a fan of led straps, is it possible to turn them off permanently? Also does anyone know how it compare to ruima mini 4 pro or widewheel?
u can disconnect the wire to turn them off quite easily
Which would be the best bet, Zero 9 or the kugoo G2 Pro?
Which ruroc helmet is being used in this vid?
Does the handlebars slowly move down throughout a ride on the Zero 9 due to road vibrations, weight stress, and gravity like my Zero 8? I found that just using the provided clamp is not enough. It'd be great if these adjustable handlebar height stems have preset holes so this doesn't happen for greater durability and safety
Do you need license, insurance and registration to ride these?
Muralha no. You can ride these wherever
You should have a license and insurance but no registration is required
Is it possible to use the scooter manually? Without the electric system being used?
yes ofc but its not comfortable, it's to high and heavy
I've been riding my M365 with custom firmware for a year now without any issues at almost 25mph according to my phone GPS. I've replaced the rear tube once now but never had any issues.
Does it go better uphill?
It does, it still struggles with steeper hills but I don't usually have to deal with that where I live. But it does have a bit more power over stock firmware.
Hi
Zero 10 or Kaboo Mantis Pro v3 2020 model..
which one would you chose🤞
Great review! 👍
Thank you! I will be visiting their website as soon as I get home!
are really nice both of this scoters but the question is if the motor is brushless or not?
Why is everything on the website says pre order?? I need it now!!
Scooters were going fast during the pandemic, I had to pe-order mine way back when
Best all around Scooters !! 🛴💨💨
Not anymore look at the boosted rev its coming out soon
Anybody know if a seat can go on this scooter?
When these scooters are folded, can they be pulled like a trolley or luggage bag? Or do they have to be carried?
Why would you want to pull your scooter along? Just ride it or walk it. No need to pull it behind you like a trolley, you walk alongside it. The only time you may want to fold it, is if you are putting into a shopping cart, or car, or train. In all those cases, no need to drag it either.
Once I get where I’m going, I may need to traverse the halls of an office building, get on an elevator, etc. In those places, it’s inappropriate to ride the scooter and I’m not going to ride the scooter, but I don’t feel like carrying it either because I a,ready have my briefcase across my shoulder/back. With an EUC, many come with a handle that extends from the wheel so you can easily walk it in those places where it’s inappropriate to ride. If the scooter can be folded, but still needs to be carried, then it is a subpar solution for those who are thinking about a personal electric vehicle.
@@Stormsteed Ah, I understand. I think all of them can be folded, as this is a selling point. And they have wheels so surely they can be pulled as well.
My zero 8 came with a 50.4V charger which is able to charge the 48V battery to a maximum of around 74%.
Why? Answer: note that the maximum (100%) charging capacity of 48V battery is not 48V but 56.4V. To charge your 48V battery to 100%/56.4V you would need a stronger charger (e.g. 60V).
Providing a weaker charger is a smart trick some manufacturers use in order to prevent their buyers from overcharging the battery (keeping your battery charged above 30% and below 80% will triple the battery lifetime).
The light on the charger will turn green once the current stops flowing, in other words, there is no more difference in the potential between the charger output and the battery. This only means that the battery charged to the maximum capacity of what a CHARGER can provide and this is not necessarily the max capacity of the battery itself.
So if you see a green light on the charger, indicating that the charging is finished, but your scooter only shows 4 out of 5 bars, check your charger's power and the voltage reading of your scooter. They should be similar (e.g. for 50.4V charger your 48V scooter should read 50.1 or 50.2V when charged to the max).
Search the internet for "Battery pack voltage comparison charge".
Is there an option to purchase the same size and shape/width solid rear tire as the front tire for the Zero 8? Because with the front and rear tires having different width and size, it's impossible to have precise steering. This is very noticeable going downhill and on narrow, twisty bike lanes.
Do you need to inflate the tire or is it easy to replace the tire
Your focus on the on the 7 points is good but a few more items to discuss are reliability, durability and ground clearance, as I have many speed humps in my area.
You can hop those jumps on any scooter with suspension like the 8/9
The scooter is more durable than you are and the reliability is on the parts which are easily replaced.
Great video, this is perfect for a first time buyer
Great content zero 9 ore zero 10 , which one would you recommend
How to get one of these
Thank you for starting with the price !
Does it really go fast? My swagger 5 is kind of slow, about 15mph when running good...
Timothy Church I weigh 170 can do 26 always on zero 9. Hot 27 only once
@@pointofsidtetris8066 I fixed my swagger 5's rear end and now its going at normal high speed 18.6mph.
Zero 9 or the Apollo City? I can’t decide. I’ve heard they are the same????
They are the same, I guess the biggest difference is the color scheme.
Great review! I love my Zero9. I hit the 200 mile mark today.
Wow, nice! I love hitting those high mile markers
Great video with varying riding surfaces, etc. I always find it rather interesting how the load limits can vary so much from one manufacturer to another, especially when there is better suspension. The Zero 9 only having a 220 pound limit seems rather low when comparing to other comparable scooters. Thanks for the video.
It's just better for liability to set the weight limit lower, less returns from people who's scooter isn't what they thought it'd be because their weight limits the speed or range of their device more so than what the specifications say, more people happy overall.
If you're large, get a real scooter.
Great video, but how are you filming it without any visible connection between you and your camera. There’s a shadow showing some kind of selfie stick, is that automatically edited out of the video then? Just like the Mars Rover photos taken on Mars, no visible connection to the camera taking the photo. How’s it done?
It's accomplished with this magic! :) ruclips.net/video/nx_oLCzh1mM/видео.html
Can I ask how u film behind or front of u when u riding the scooter in this video
Hello,
I want to know if it is not dangerous to ride the scooter with the trolley system on it ?
Hi I cant make my mind up between the zero 9 or the nanrobot d4+ what are your thoughts I have a couple of long hills near where I live thanks in advance
Hi can I install a seat on it? 😊
zero 8x (not zero 8) available in US?
Nice camera footage what camera is u using
is there a scooterboard version of the 9? that would be perfect
how do you secure it when in the store?
Great throw review !!! I'd like to see more competitive scooters. Still not alerting enough to take me away from my onewheel but could be a good suggestion to someone who doesn't have the dexterity to ride a one-wheel !
If you could test ride one, like the ZERO 9 or 10, I bet it might steal you away from your slow onewheel ;-)
@@AuthenTech hahah maybe but 20 miles an hour is very achievable on the one wheel. ;) The reason I keep gravitating back to it is cuz the hands-free aspect / size it's much more manageable easy to throw in a shopping cart or slide under a desk!