No1up Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 Looking hard at the NK+ 2700wh but 16" kind of scares me. I really like my s18 very cool cruising wheel.. Help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..... Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 If yuo have a cruising wheel you like, go with the 16x for more rugged type riding. May as well have different sizes to choose. I LOVE my 18xl, but you already have a smooth wheel in similar size. The Nik is a nice wheel too, but man is it wide... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyTop Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 The two “16 inch” wheels mentioned actually measure closer to 18” than 16”. The Nikola is much safer at 30 mph than the 16x. ......And the 18XL is a great wheel. Personally I would get the Nikola. It is a great all around package. I put the 18XL in second place. The 18XL is usually very under rated. If you are heavy, aggressive or like speeds close to 30mph I do not recommend the 16X. Too many cut outs at 27mph. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enaon Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) the 18xl is a 26 mph wheel, it displays 31 when speed is 26, just so you know. Edited August 2, 2021 by enaon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No1up Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 I heard the NK is pretty rugged a d reliable. No seat or comfortable to sit on.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockyTop Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 16 minutes ago, enaon said: the 18xl is a 26 mph wheel, it displays 31 when speed is 26, just so you know. I believe that is also true with the 16X. The S18 seems to be fairly close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enaon Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) the s18 is almost true on speed reported, about 9km/h faster than the 18xl. Edited August 2, 2021 by enaon 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No1up Posted August 2, 2021 Author Share Posted August 2, 2021 I mean, I can hold out for the v12.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tawpie Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 1 hour ago, RockyTop said: I believe that is also true with the 16X yikes. I've had mine up to gps 25 (where I have tiltback set) and figured that I was ok because safety margin was still 40%. But it sounds like I'd better reduce it a mile or two—I overpowered my MTen the other day at 14 mph and while I was uninjured, I have decided that the cutout experience is not for me. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..... Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, No1up said: I mean, I can hold out for the v12.. Dont make the mistake of assuming 'newer' is better. It could be, and it could very well not be. Marketing and grass is greener is a real problem. I'll be looking into the v12 come 2023.. yeah @Tawpie, I've heard the 16x is not so hot near top speeds. I'd defiintely drop a cpla mph. Just to be on safe side, I have alarms a cpla mph under max on my 18xl, and its KNOWN to be conservative. As for the mten... cmon man, you KNOW you're playing with fire at anything over 10mph on that. Just resisting the urge to speed up like an arse is hard too. @No1up you never mentioned WHAT you intended to do with another wheel. I'd assume you have a specific goal in mind? Hard to suggest much as I have NO IDEA what qualities you are lookign for, that your s18 doesnt have. "better" doesnt count and is nearly impossible. I've pretty much decided that 'better' is a pointless word in euc's, as all fail in one way or another and all excell in one way or another. Comfort is my usual choice for the day. Excluding other factors, the 18xl just wins. However, what factors are YOU willing to exclude or place emphasis on? Edited August 2, 2021 by ShanesPlanet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bracky72 Posted August 2, 2021 Share Posted August 2, 2021 The 16x motor is wound for more torque then top speed. 0-20 it’s a real kick in the butt! The trolley handle is also very nice. A real suitcase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gk8511 Posted August 4, 2021 Share Posted August 4, 2021 nik+ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No1up Posted August 5, 2021 Author Share Posted August 5, 2021 (edited) On 8/1/2021 at 11:42 PM, ShanesPlanet said: Dont make the mistake of assuming 'newer' is better. It could be, and it could very well not be. Marketing and grass is greener is a real problem. I'll be looking into the v12 come 2023.. yeah @Tawpie, I've heard the 16x is not so hot near top speeds. I'd defiintely drop a cpla mph. Just to be on safe side, I have alarms a cpla mph under max on my 18xl, and its KNOWN to be conservative. As for the mten... cmon man, you KNOW you're playing with fire at anything over 10mph on that. Just resisting the urge to speed up like an arse is hard too. @No1up you never mentioned WHAT you intended to do with another wheel. I'd assume you have a specific goal in mind? Hard to suggest much as I have NO IDEA what qualities you are lookign for, that your s18 doesnt have. "better" doesnt count and is nearly impossible. I've pretty much decided that 'better' is a pointless word in euc's, as all fail in one way or another and all excell in one way or another. Comfort is my usual choice for the day. Excluding other factors, the 18xl just wins. However, what factors are YOU willing to exclude or place emphasis on? Well, S18 pretty much gits my needs exactly... 🤣 But! I'd like a cool light show. I'd like speakers. I ld like it to be rugged, reliable, easy to fix. Comfortable, and stable at speed. If I ever get to 30mph, I'd like not feeling I'm on the razor edge. I don't need a torque monster, I don't go off roading, but It would be nice to be able to. But like I said, my s18 is pretty much perfect minus the neat lights. I use a JBL charge 4 for speakers. The kick stand on the v12 looks great would be awesome to have! Now keep in mind I've never ridden a none suspension wheel. Will I regret selling my s18? 😭 1 hour ago, Gk8511 said: nik+ Why? I'm worried about speed and breaking wobble. Edited August 5, 2021 by No1up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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