esaj Posted November 21, 2015 Share Posted November 21, 2015 Looks like Ninebot has done it again: another firmware update that can potentially blow up your mainboard. Current advise is not to update! At least a few cases so far where it looks like the mainboard got damaged right after the update. On the other hand, some people seem to have updated without problems. Posted by @Cranium at one of the topics (looks like the "manual quote"-option is gone after the forum update): What I've found elsewhere on the internet so far: German shop is recommending to not go to 1.2.9: http://scooterhelden.de/ HoodRiderz has tweeted to not update yet: https://twitter.com/HoodRiderzStore Not much out there yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FORWARD california Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 We at FORWARD California understand how frustrating it has been for Ninebot One owners that have had damage caused by the v1.2.9. firmware. As the Northern California distributor for NINEBOT INC we would like to send out an apology. If there is anything we can do to help don't hesitate to contact us. We will do our best to get you back up and Rolling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanR Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 I placed an order for a Ninebit one E+ a few days ago and I asked my supplier about the 1.2.9 update and associated problems. He advised me that the factory models now incorporate 1.3.0 version. Anyone confirm this - FORWARD california? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFP9 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 If you head over to the Ninebot board, it appears that the 1.3 version is safe. Cheers, Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranium Posted November 30, 2015 Share Posted November 30, 2015 I think this topic would be safe to unpin now that it is no longer available and 1.3.0 has been released. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esaj Posted November 30, 2015 Author Share Posted November 30, 2015 4 minutes ago, Cranium said: I think this topic would be safe to unpin now that it is no longer available and 1.3.0 has been released. True, although there might be wheels in warehouses with 1.2.9 preinstalled, so maybe I'll still keep this around for a while, so people are aware and know to update to 1.3.0? Edit: on the other hand, 1.2.9 was out for a so little while, that maybe it wasn't preinstalled on any wheels... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanR Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Hoping I get my Ninebot soon - how do I tell which version is installed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esaj Posted December 2, 2015 Author Share Posted December 2, 2015 50 minutes ago, AlanR said: Hoping I get my Ninebot soon - how do I tell which version is installed? I think you can check it with the app. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpong Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I think the stickiness of this thread currently acts as a general alarm for newbies, as to what might yet be to come. No harm keeping it while longer, IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jag_Rip Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I agree to leave it pinned for another week or two, I read that a newly delivered Ninebot P had the faulty 1.2.5 preinstalled, so there is still a possibility that someone runs into this problem even with a new Bot. @AlanR when you get the Bot, download the "Ninebot" App from your favorite Appstore (as long as its apple or android) and there you got a settings menu to check for firmwareupgrades, there it tells you what you have and what's available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowMo Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I wonder why people still take the risk even though there's so many issues about this model. Buying it is like playing Russian Roulette. I also played it and lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanR Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 22 minutes ago, SlowMo said: I wonder why people still take the risk even though there's so many issues about this model. Buying it is like playing Russian Roulette. I also played it and lost. Until I read about the 1.2.9 issues Ninebot One E+ was highly rated in this forum[?] Why do you say "...take the risk even though there's so many issues about this model.." ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jag_Rip Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Buying other Brands or "Brands" is even more Russian Roulette (but with 6 Bullets loaded instead of one) There was another Mosfet-gate with 1.2.5 and before that another one I cant remember with what version. But it happened before and broke bones and burned Motherboards. Does not make it OK, dont get me wrong! But on the other hand, some Updates did good things, like 1.2.7 for N20 E+ Owners gave them more speed. So its more of a Risk vs. Reward.. At least Ninebot CAN upgrade the firmware without sending the device in for manual flashing... (still far from perfect though, downgrade-flash should be a option too) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowMo Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 17 minutes ago, AlanR said: Until I read about the 1.2.9 issues Ninebot One E+ was highly rated in this forum[?] Why do you say "...take the risk even though there's so many issues about this model.." ??? You haven't heard of issues that have risen from firmware versions 1.1.6 , 1.2.6. and 1.2.7. Every now and then, Ninebot releases firmwares which acts as bombs ready to be detonated and once you have activated it, you will be joining the group of people complaining and chasing for the replacement parts and will be crossing your fingers hoping to receive your replacements soon. Hoping you don't face such issues because it's very infuriating. I know how it feels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanR Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Thanks SlowMo, perhaps the solution is don't instal upgrades until a few have commented on results !! Jag-Rip thanks for the tip re App to find version installed. [BTW, how do you reference using the blue box with @name?] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jag_Rip Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 its easy @AlanR you type the @ and start typing the name you want to mention. After a moment it will present you the findings and you choose the desired user. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franky Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I managed to blow the control board on my E+ after three weeks. Running whatever the latest firmware is. 1.3.something. Come to find out, the problem seems to be with riding mode 0 and perhaps mode 1. These draw too much power in some situations (like curb jumping), and cause the thing to pop. Once this happens, disconnect your battery and contact your sales person for support. Ninebot requested a video of my dead bot (below) for proof, apparently. I was promised the new board is on its way via DHL now. My advice: stay away from mode 0 and 1, especially 0. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jag_Rip Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 That 1.3something is actually rather important, can you specify what firmware it was? 1.3.0 was bad, 1.3.5 is considered OK so far... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shoe73 Posted January 29, 2016 Share Posted January 29, 2016 I understood 1.2.9 was bad, I haven't seen anything conclusive about 1.3.0 or 1.3.5. I am running 1.3.0. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free-Wheel Posted February 2, 2016 Share Posted February 2, 2016 We have many problems wife 1.3.5. Now is a paring Code set But we havend set one. Also i can't pair with an android phone after reset the ninebot one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomek Posted February 20, 2016 Share Posted February 20, 2016 hey admins, shouldn't this thread be unpinned? 1. it belongs in the ninebot section 2. it's no longer actual as new firmware versions came up inthe meantime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jag_Rip Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Done, thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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