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NIU KQi Air/ KQi3 Max Electric Scooter, Carbon Fiber Ultra Light, 31/40 Miles Long Range, Tubeless Fat Tires/Self-Healing Tires, Portable Folding Electric Scooter for Adults, UL Certified

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KQi3 Max-40miles
Brand NIU
Color KQi3 Max-40miles
Age Range (Description) Adult
Special Feature Portable, Foldable
Weight Limit 265 Pounds
Product Dimensions 45.12"L x 21.32"W x 47.32"H
Number of Wheels 2
Model Name KQi3 Max
Wheel Material Rubber
Frame Material Aluminum

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  • 【Full of Power】NIU KQi3 Max electric kick scooter has a rated 450W Motor that delivers max speeds of up to 23.6 mph and a 25% hill grade climbing ability. The large capacity 608.4Wh lithium battery with regenerative braking powers you to ranges of up to 40 miles. The patented NIU BMS monitors 14+ battery functions, more than other brands.
  • 【Upgraded Tires】The tires have been upgraded based on KQi3 Pro. Self-healing tires will automatically seal when punctured, preventing flat tires and making your ride worry-free.
  • 【Safety Guarantee】Max uses a patented Dual-action brake caliper made of die-cast aluminum alloy, providing extremely short braking distance with excellent heat dissipation. NIU's iconic red paint is added to make it "pop".
  • 【Smart Ride】With the NIU App (Bluetooth Connectivity) and LED display, the KQi3 Max achieves more innovative smart capabilities, allowing you to lock your NIU electric kick scooter for peace of mind, check your riding statistics or even customize your speed and cruise control.
  • 【NIU Assurance】All the NIU electric scooters have passed the UL certification. NIU provides a 2-year or 90-180 day warranty for different parts and local after-sales service.
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Price
— $949.00 $649.98 $599.00 —
Motor Power
Rated Power 450W, Max 900W Rated Power 350W, Max 700W Rated Power 350W, Max 700W Rated Power 300W, Max 600W Rated Power 250W, Max 450W
Max. Speed
37KM/H(23.6mph) 32KM/H(20mph) 32KM/H(20mph) 28KM/H(17.4mph) 25KM/H(15.5mph)
Typical Range
Approx. 40 miles (64 km) Approx. 31 miles (50 km) Approx. 31 miles (50 km) Approx. 25 miles (40 km) Approx. 15.5 miles (25km)
Battery Capacity
46.8V 608.4Wh 46.8V 451.2Wh 46.8V 486.7Wh 46.8V 365Wh 46.8V 243Wh
Charging Time
8 Hours 5 Hours 6 Hours 7 Hours 5 Hours
Braking System
Front: Disc; Rear: Disc + EBS Front: Disc; Rear: EBS Front: Disc; Rear: Disc + EBS Front: Drum Brake; Rear: EBS Front: Drum Brake; Rear: EBS
Max. Slope
25% 20% 20% 15% 14%
Wheel Type
9.5‘’ Self-healing Tires 9.5'' Rubber Tubeless Tires 9.5'' Rubber Tubeless Tires 10'' Rubber Tubeless Tires 9'' Rubber Pneumatic Tires

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4.1 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers like the power, battery life, value, appearance and acceleration of the kick scooter. For example, they mention that it has a bright headlight, it can ride for hours without needing to recharge and that it's worth the price. Opinions are mixed on performance.

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22 customers mention16 positive6 negative

Customers like the quality of the kick scooter. They say it's well built, has solid tires, and is reliable. Customers also mention that it has good power, strength, looks, and efficiency in one. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and value of the product.

"...Its really fast, stylish, comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains. Powerful pickup and powerful lights.Happy with its performance and quality." Read more

"...To sum it all up - you've got power, strength, looks and efficiency in one great value package." Read more

"...I promptly contacted NIU's support team to report this dangerous defect and was met with a sluggish, impersonal response...." Read more

"...This scooter does NOT disappoint. The battery life is great, its sturdy, the headlight on the front is very bright for nighttime riding...." Read more

14 customers mention14 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the kick scooter's acceleration. They mention that it has a good speed, and it can power up hills. The battery charges pretty quickly.

"No complaints at all except that it weighs alot.Its really fast, stylish, comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains...." Read more

"...It is effortless and it gets up to max speed very quickly. The standing platform is wide and provides additional sense of stability...." Read more

"...wobble with some Loctite, the KQi3 Max scores high marks for speed, acceleration, comfort, battery life, and design compared to other models in the..." Read more

"...Battery plug in is easy and charges pretty quickly. Tires are great. Handles well.Worth the price!" Read more

11 customers mention8 positive3 negative

Customers like the value of the kick scooter. They mention that it handles well, is worth the price, and is saving them a lot of money.

"...up - you've got power, strength, looks and efficiency in one great value package." Read more

"...Tires are great. Handles well.Worth the price!" Read more

"Bottom line: a product with great potential, but they made some cost-cutting tradeoffs including one in a critical safety area (braking), where I ca..." Read more

"...Great value for the price!" Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the kick scooter. They mention it looks nice, but there's really no point to that if it doesn't work. They also appreciate the comfort, battery life, and design compared to other models.

"No complaints at all except that it weighs alot.Its really fast, stylish, comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains...." Read more

"...To sum it all up - you've got power, strength, looks and efficiency in one great value package." Read more

"...scores high marks for speed, acceleration, comfort, battery life, and design compared to other models in the price range...." Read more

"...This is a very nice looking product, and I really wanted to like it. Here's what's good about it:..." Read more

8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the battery life of the kick scooter. They mention that it has a great life, it depletes at a very slow rate, and it can be used for hours without needing to recharge.

"...The battery is very strong, and it is depleting at a very slow rate...." Read more

"...the KQi3 Max scores high marks for speed, acceleration, comfort, battery life, and design compared to other models in the price range...." Read more

"...This scooter does NOT disappoint. The battery life is great, its sturdy, the headlight on the front is very bright for nighttime riding...." Read more

"...Battery life is excellent, with performance dropping a reasonable amount below 50% and the scooter still usable and capable of going above..." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers find the kick scooter comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains. They also say it's easy to ride and friendly for beginners. Customers also mention the brakes are quite effective and require a gentle touch.

"...Its really fast, stylish, comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains. Powerful pickup and powerful lights.Happy with its performance and quality." Read more

"...some Loctite, the KQi3 Max scores high marks for speed, acceleration, comfort, battery life, and design compared to other models in the price..." Read more

"...This is my first scooter and so far I love it. Really fun and easy to ride. And I love how quiet it is too!..." Read more

"...The brakes, although tiny are quite effective and require a gentle touch...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the power of the kick scooter. They mention that it has a powerful pickup and bright enough lights for riding in the dark nights. Overall, they are happy with its performance and quality.

"...Powerful pickup and powerful lights.Happy with its performance and quality." Read more

"...To sum it all up - you've got power, strength, looks and efficiency in one great value package." Read more

"...The battery life is great, its sturdy, the headlight on the front is very bright for nighttime riding. This thing HAULS, even uphill...." Read more

"...The headlight is bright but has a limited beam width/height...." Read more

11 customers mention6 positive5 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the kick scooter. Some mention it works great and smoothly, while others say it stopped working after a month of using. The power button is non-responsive and the scooter would not turn on or charge.

"...Battery plug in is easy and charges pretty quickly. Tires are great. Handles well.Worth the price!" Read more

"...THE MAIN ISSUE - IT JUST STOPPED WORKING 3 MONTHS IN. They said the dashboard stopped speaking with the battery...." Read more

"...When I first bought the scooter, it worked amazing and I was very happy with the purchase...." Read more

"...After I turned it off, it wouldn't come back on. The power button is non-responsive...." Read more

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No complaints at all except that it weighs alot.Its really fast, stylish, comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains. Powerful pickup and powerful lights.Happy with its performance and quality.
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AM
5.0 out of 5 stars Really Great
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
No complaints at all except that it weighs alot.
Its really fast, stylish, comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains. Powerful pickup and powerful lights.
Happy with its performance and quality.
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AM
5.0 out of 5 stars Really Great
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
No complaints at all except that it weighs alot.
Its really fast, stylish, comfortable and sturdy for rough terrains. Powerful pickup and powerful lights.
Happy with its performance and quality.
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Andre Kostadinov
5.0 out of 5 stars Escalade of e-scooters
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2022
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
What a scooter! I was about to lose my sanity trying to research the best scooter option for me, and finally settled on NIU KQi3 Max. The build quality is top shelf, this is one strong, sturdy, solid scooter! I am not a big guy (5'11", 165 lbs) so will account for that, but it feels as this scooter does not even know I am riding it. It is effortless and it gets up to max speed very quickly. The standing platform is wide and provides additional sense of stability. Great tires too, I played with the tire pressure a bit, and settled on 45 psi as the optimal sweet spot. The app is very useful as you can quickly change settings and customize it, as well as lock/unlock. It provides some useful stats as well such as range left, miles traveled, average and max speed etc.
The battery is very strong, and it is depleting at a very slow rate. To sum it all up - you've got power, strength, looks and efficiency in one great value package.
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Andre Kostadinov
5.0 out of 5 stars Escalade of e-scooters
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2022
What a scooter! I was about to lose my sanity trying to research the best scooter option for me, and finally settled on NIU KQi3 Max. The build quality is top shelf, this is one strong, sturdy, solid scooter! I am not a big guy (5'11", 165 lbs) so will account for that, but it feels as this scooter does not even know I am riding it. It is effortless and it gets up to max speed very quickly. The standing platform is wide and provides additional sense of stability. Great tires too, I played with the tire pressure a bit, and settled on 45 psi as the optimal sweet spot. The app is very useful as you can quickly change settings and customize it, as well as lock/unlock. It provides some useful stats as well such as range left, miles traveled, average and max speed etc.
The battery is very strong, and it is depleting at a very slow rate. To sum it all up - you've got power, strength, looks and efficiency in one great value package.
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Jeff Lesher
1.0 out of 5 stars Dangerously Defective and Disappointing After-Sales Support
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2023
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
As an owner of multiple electric scooter models and brands over the years, I was looking forward to my NIU KQi3 Max experience. Unfortunately, while my initial few months of ownership were very positive, the breakdown of key parts created an incredibly dangerous riding situation, leaving the scooter unridable, and the customer support received thus far has been disappointingly inadequate.

The first three months of ownership were enjoyable, and after fixing an initial stem wobble with some Loctite, the KQi3 Max scores high marks for speed, acceleration, comfort, battery life, and design compared to other models in the price range.

At the three-month mark of ownership, the throttle lever of my KQi3 Max became jammed in the 'on' position while riding. This malfunction resulted in an uncontrollable burst of acceleration that not only caused a minor accident, but it also shredded the rear tire — effectively rendering the scooter useless. Considering the high speeds this scooter is capable of, I consider myself lucky to have only sustained minor injuries. It could've ended significantly worse.

Having faced problems with other brands in the past, I was aware that such issues can occur. What matters is how the company handles it. I promptly contacted NIU's support team to report this dangerous defect and was met with a sluggish, impersonal response. It took a week for them to finally get back to me with a ticket closure email, informing me that they are sending a replacement part for self-installation.

My ticket ID, RMA BS230605-0002, apparently doesn't merit direct communication with a support team member or a conversation on an agreeable resolution. NIU's solution appears to be sending me an unidentified part with zero context or instructions for installation. Diagnosing the precise mechanical issue, determining the correct replacement part, and having the technical know-how to correctly install it should not be assumed as commonplace skills for all customers!

Given the severity of the defect, a professional repair should at least have been initiated by NIU, or barring that, a complete unit replacement. The rear tire is connected to the motor, so it is possible not only the throttle but the propulsion system itself is compromised. There's a middling chance of me correctly identifying the severity of the issue and successfully fixing it myself, but the NIU team is just resorting to the cheapest and easiest option for them, not what will actually resolve the problem. How is an unidentified DIY part a good solution?

It's disheartening and alarming how dismissive NIU has been regarding a defect that directly threatens user safety. In my extensive experience with electric scooters, I have never faced such a dangerous issue coupled with such a lackadaisical approach from the support team.

In light of this, I cannot recommend the NIU KQi3 Max scooter or the company's support system. I will be happy to update my review if the support team is able to adequately address the mechanical issues, but at present, with numerous other reliable options available in the market, your safety and peace of mind deserve better.
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Jeff Lesher
1.0 out of 5 stars Dangerously Defective and Disappointing After-Sales Support
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2023
As an owner of multiple electric scooter models and brands over the years, I was looking forward to my NIU KQi3 Max experience. Unfortunately, while my initial few months of ownership were very positive, the breakdown of key parts created an incredibly dangerous riding situation, leaving the scooter unridable, and the customer support received thus far has been disappointingly inadequate.

The first three months of ownership were enjoyable, and after fixing an initial stem wobble with some Loctite, the KQi3 Max scores high marks for speed, acceleration, comfort, battery life, and design compared to other models in the price range.

At the three-month mark of ownership, the throttle lever of my KQi3 Max became jammed in the 'on' position while riding. This malfunction resulted in an uncontrollable burst of acceleration that not only caused a minor accident, but it also shredded the rear tire — effectively rendering the scooter useless. Considering the high speeds this scooter is capable of, I consider myself lucky to have only sustained minor injuries. It could've ended significantly worse.

Having faced problems with other brands in the past, I was aware that such issues can occur. What matters is how the company handles it. I promptly contacted NIU's support team to report this dangerous defect and was met with a sluggish, impersonal response. It took a week for them to finally get back to me with a ticket closure email, informing me that they are sending a replacement part for self-installation.

My ticket ID, RMA BS230605-0002, apparently doesn't merit direct communication with a support team member or a conversation on an agreeable resolution. NIU's solution appears to be sending me an unidentified part with zero context or instructions for installation. Diagnosing the precise mechanical issue, determining the correct replacement part, and having the technical know-how to correctly install it should not be assumed as commonplace skills for all customers!

Given the severity of the defect, a professional repair should at least have been initiated by NIU, or barring that, a complete unit replacement. The rear tire is connected to the motor, so it is possible not only the throttle but the propulsion system itself is compromised. There's a middling chance of me correctly identifying the severity of the issue and successfully fixing it myself, but the NIU team is just resorting to the cheapest and easiest option for them, not what will actually resolve the problem. How is an unidentified DIY part a good solution?

It's disheartening and alarming how dismissive NIU has been regarding a defect that directly threatens user safety. In my extensive experience with electric scooters, I have never faced such a dangerous issue coupled with such a lackadaisical approach from the support team.

In light of this, I cannot recommend the NIU KQi3 Max scooter or the company's support system. I will be happy to update my review if the support team is able to adequately address the mechanical issues, but at present, with numerous other reliable options available in the market, your safety and peace of mind deserve better.
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5.0 out of 5 stars WOW!
Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2023
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
After a summer trip to visit family, doing some big city sightseeing on electric scooters, we decided to buy one for some fun near home.
This scooter does NOT disappoint. The battery life is great, its sturdy, the headlight on the front is very bright for nighttime riding. This thing HAULS, even uphill. The max I've reached is 24 miles per hour.
Battery plug in is easy and charges pretty quickly. Tires are great. Handles well.
Worth the price!
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Fae
5.0 out of 5 stars A great value!
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2023
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
The KQi3 Max isn't perfect, but under $800, it can't be beat and does the basics well.

The acceleration is good and it can take medium hills, unlike my entry-level M365. It's hard to modulate the throttle to gently accelerate or stay at slow speeds, but the regen is nicely tuned. The brakes are grabby, but once you get used to them, you can smoothly modulate them and stop very quickly. Shock absorption isn't great because there's no suspension, but that's hard to find at $750 and below. The weight is much higher than entry-level scooters, so it's harder to carry up stairs or sling over your shoulder. Battery life is excellent, with performance dropping a reasonable amount below 50% and the scooter still usable and capable of going above 15mph.

Bonus features: I like the ability to "lock" the scooter so it can't be easily rolled away by a thief, which is nice for quick stops when a U-lock is inconvenient or difficult to affix. The headlight is bright but has a limited beam width/height. There's not too many firmware settings besides top speed, although zero start is available if you don't like kicking off. Be careful: it's easy to accidentally push the throttle and swing your scooter forward!

Modding: There's no major firmware modding groups for NIU, but their firmware has most of the features you'd want. It's easy to replace the handlebar grips and add accessories since it's a standard 22mm diameter. There's a repair manual available online and it's easy to access the 48V wires and put small electronics behind the dashboard (I'm adding turn signals and a brighter headlight). Unfortunately, there's no kits to "drop in" front or rear suspension, so you'd have to do a lot of fabrication. Ditto for a rear cargo rack, which is inconvenient when you're getting groceries.

The competition: Below $800, you might be able to find suspension or dual motors, but I couldn't find reputable scooters that do the basics as well as the KQi3. At $850+, the Ninebot Max G2 is an excellent scooter, but rarely goes on sale or is available refurbished. It also has merely adequate brakes and worse performance below 50%, so I don't regret skipping it (although I am jealous of the better accessory options).
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PAULE B
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing !
Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2023
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
This scooter was easy to assemble and works right out of the box. It comes with a charging cord that is a good length too.
I didn't have issues with needing to connect to an app like other reviews mentioned. I never downloaded the app and have been using the scooter with no issues for months.
It has two speeds, a headlight that can essentially be on high or low beam, a bell and decent brakes.
It can reach about 25mph downhill. It goes slower uphill and on a constant flat and smooth road it goes about 18mph top speed.
I did have some issues with the rear brakes that I needed help correcting but aside from that this is a really nice sturdy scooter.
I even had a cousin try it out who weighs a little north of 300lbs and it rode nicely.
The battery life is good, and after riding a couple different scooters I would say this one rides smoother on rougher roads and paths than it's smaller counterpart..
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Rob Wagner
5.0 out of 5 stars Can't take the smile off my face!
Reviewed in Canada on October 6, 2022
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
This is my first kick scooter, I looked at a number of brands and models. I found the Max had a great price for the features this scooter has and the range it can go. The required app took a little bit to set up but works great. I liked that it was in a safe slow mode for the first 200 meters to get used to it. I'm sure this would annoy an experienced rider but I found it helpful. I like that you can unlock the speed and go up to 38km/h. You can also unlock the zero start feature, meaning you can start moving by just pushing the throttle and not having to kick the scooter to have the motor engage. The app also let's you adjust the amount of regenerative braking. I find medium works great for my riding so far. I have done about 125 km since I got the scooter with my longest ride being 29km. It still showed about 49% battery life after that ride. I really like the range of this model. The scooter seems really well built and feels very solid. I like that it folds up easily and is not too heavy to lift. I ride mainly on paved trails and roads but it handled gravel paths really well too. It feels very stable and the handling is predictable. Bad pavement does vibrate a bit through the handle bars and the tires are the only suspension but nothing else I saw for this price had shock suspension or the range of the KQi3 Max. I can see upgrading to a model with suspension in the future (hopefully Niu will offer one at some point)
So far I'm really happy with my purchase. It will definitely save me some gas money for running errands rather than taking my vehicle. Definitely recommend this scooter! Miles of smiles!
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Ashley Kyler
1.0 out of 5 stars Multiple mechanical problems -terrible customer service
Reviewed in Canada on August 26, 2023
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
Do not purchase the NIU KQi3 Max! 6 week review -waste of money.

Initially I was very pleased with my scooter and its performance. However, 1 month after purchasing problems started.

Throttle started to get stuck in “on” and wouldn’t slow down. I was thrown off the scooter and thankfully narrowly escaped a serious collision. Scooter does not slow down on its own when throttle is released, it maintains full speed unless break is applied -this is a very dangerous flaw and could kill someone.

The handle bars rattle loose after every ride and must be tightened with a screwdriver before every use.

Motor also regularly overheats and after just a 10 minute ride will become burning hot. Since the motor is located in the rear tire, it gets extremely hot against the rubber tire. After just 6 weeks, the motor has melted the back tire rendering it unrideable now. In the attached photos you can see the tire is sticky and melted. I took the photos after wiping away the majority of the residue as I thought it was something sticky that I drove through, but a couple hours later I noticed it kept melting and there was more residue again.

Customer service thus far has been near impossible to get ahold of.

Disappointing.
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Ashley Kyler
1.0 out of 5 stars Multiple mechanical problems -terrible customer service
Reviewed in Canada on August 26, 2023
Do not purchase the NIU KQi3 Max! 6 week review -waste of money.

Initially I was very pleased with my scooter and its performance. However, 1 month after purchasing problems started.

Throttle started to get stuck in “on” and wouldn’t slow down. I was thrown off the scooter and thankfully narrowly escaped a serious collision. Scooter does not slow down on its own when throttle is released, it maintains full speed unless break is applied -this is a very dangerous flaw and could kill someone.

The handle bars rattle loose after every ride and must be tightened with a screwdriver before every use.

Motor also regularly overheats and after just a 10 minute ride will become burning hot. Since the motor is located in the rear tire, it gets extremely hot against the rubber tire. After just 6 weeks, the motor has melted the back tire rendering it unrideable now. In the attached photos you can see the tire is sticky and melted. I took the photos after wiping away the majority of the residue as I thought it was something sticky that I drove through, but a couple hours later I noticed it kept melting and there was more residue again.

Customer service thus far has been near impossible to get ahold of.

Disappointing.
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R. Jamieson
4.0 out of 5 stars NIU Warranty Service Experience Review
Reviewed in Canada on August 24, 2023
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
I bought two NIU KQi3 MAX. 1 of the two immediately out of the box had the Throttle ERR03 error. One of the reasons I chose NIU was that I live 30 mins from a NIU store and work 10 mins away from it. Don't use the app for customer contact as it's some kind of global e-mail bucket and after 3 days I was not getting any response for my request for warranty service. I Googled NIU Canada and got the a different e-mail contact and forwarded my original request which got answered in under 6 hours. I was told to bring it to the Montreal NIU store. I brought it in and I was very well served and 3 days later was contacted by phone that they replaced the throttle thumb mechanism and asked when I wanted to come and pick it up. If you read other reviews complaining why they have to ship it out for service, ask yourself when was the last time a manufacturer of a heavy mobility device sends or pays for shipping back and fourth free of charge. Good luck with that. So if you live comfortably close enough of a Canadian NIU service location for warranty work then I can only highly recommend you buy a NIU scooter with the 2 year warranty. It would of sucked to buy another brand and have to pay for shipping and pack it up. Do your homework.
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Phil L
5.0 out of 5 stars Sturdy and fast scooter
Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2023
Style: KQi3 Max-40milesVerified Purchase
I have been using this scooter only for 4 weeks, got about 500km on it. While the default maximum speed is 32km/h, you increase it to 38km/h in the custom mode in the app. The scooter accelerates quickly and has no problem with even the steepest hills. You can feel the lack of suspension, especially at higher speeds. Keeping the tire pressure around 45psi makes the ride smoother. It is pretty sturdy, but also a bit heavy. I wouldn't want to carry it frequently more than one flight of stairs. Rode mine in the rain and during a hailstorm and the scooter went through some deep puddles, yet it still rides like new. My maximum range is around 36km (I am 90kg), not that much improvement over a much cheaper and lighter KQi2 Pro (~32km) I used to have previously.
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