Rehab1 Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 The new Solowheel Scorpion is suppose to ship the first week of December. Does anyone have the specs or better yet... ordered one? The only spec I have is the $1595 price! Below is a link to the Scorpion basic manual that is just basic boiler plate language. Disappointing! http://www.inventist.com/assets/images/inventions/solowheelscorpion/Solowheel_Scorpion_2016-Manual.pdf 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
z3n Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 My first look impressions are: Generic Cheap Look OVERPRICED! The only Solowheel that I would definitely be willing to buy is Solowheel Orbit, which has appeared to be a disappointment. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxLinux Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 1 hour ago, z3n said: OVERPRICED! In my opinion, this overpricing which has characterized Solowheel since its inception is a major factor in its decline into near oblivion. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve454 Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 It looks good to me, I like the integrated trolley handle that looks like the Inmotion V5, and the shell is cut just high enough to make airing the tire easy. Also the pedals have the shape of the Msuper V3 which @SuperSport swapped from side to side to get a more comfortable ride. The price is close to the other top wheels, I wonder what the batteries are rated at? Maybe Inventist has been looking at the improvements in the other wheels and has taken some of their ideas to make a truly outstanding wheel. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve454 Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 9 hours ago, Rehab1 said: The new Solowheel Scorpion is suppose to ship the first week of December. Does anyone have the specs or better yet... ordered one? The only spec I have is the $1595 price! Below is a link to the Scorpion basic manual that is just basic boiler plate language. Disappointing! http://www.inventist.com/assets/images/inventions/solowheelscorpion/Solowheel_Scorpion_2016-Manual.pdf @Rehab1 I just read the manual and discovered that the handle is three way, carrying, trolley, and also parking stand, very clever design. The manual is very clear and easy to understand, not being translated from Chinese but written in English. It stated several times not to try and ride past the speed limiter or the motor will not have enough power to keep you upright. And that when going downhill with a full battery, it will shake as the overcharge warning. It said top speed is 10 mph, which seems a little low, but I saw a video test ride of the Extreme where the guy mentioned that he was able to go over 12mph even though it wasn't supposed to be able to. Also recommended tire pressure be set at 45 psi. Plus it has bluetooth for an app which shows speed and battery level. It will be very interesting to see all the specs when they come out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerbera Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 £1595 ? I could buy 3 crappy used cars for that money ! They don't appear to be learning lessons in the price department, do they ? CBR 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SuperSport Posted December 4, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted December 4, 2016 (edited) The handle is pretty cool if it actually works well and not like the NineBot Parking Stand where a little breeze knocks it over unless you modify it to be a little wider. I have heard that the SoloWheel Extreme was nice to ride as far as comfort and such, but their pricing has always kept me from pursuing it. Along with distance and speed... For the moment, my GotWay v3 is my perfect wheel. Just did 40.8 miles yesterday with a group, and it was amazing! Can't say enough good about it. PS: As @steve454 mentioned, the Scorpion manual is very easy to read and understand. That's kind of a first... Edited December 4, 2016 by SuperSport 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve454 Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 8 hours ago, Cerbera said: £1595 $1595 USD, in pounds it is only 1252 BTW, how much was the MSuper? Is it one of the most expensive and best wheels at this moment? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerbera Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Just now, steve454 said: $1595 USD, in pounds it is only 1252 BTW, how much was the MSuper? Is it one of the most expensive and best wheels at this moment? Oh OK - even so, still too much. MS3 was £939 delivered. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve454 Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 2 minutes ago, Cerbera said: MS3 was £939 delivered. Wow, that's only 1190 USD you got a great deal, that's not that much more than my Ninebot cost and the Msuper is a much better wheel. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerbera Posted December 4, 2016 Share Posted December 4, 2016 Just now, steve454 said: Wow, that's only 1190 USD you got a great deal, that's not that much more than my Ninebot cost and the Msuper is a much better wheel. Yeah I was pleased. MS3 is the best wheel I have ever ridden - so powerful, so fast, mostly safe 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rehab1 Posted December 4, 2016 Author Share Posted December 4, 2016 11 hours ago, steve454 said: I just read the manual and discovered that the handle is three way, carrying, trolley, and also parking stand It does appear to have some good traits and the handle does resemble a Scorpion! It is just to slow!! How cow...did anyone see that the Segway S1 is selling for only $599 on Amazon? https://www.amazon.com/Segway-Balancing-Personal-Transporter-Control/dp/B01M1SFFNE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480895234&sr=8-1&keywords=Segway+unicycle 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Koffler Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 Is that just the Ninebot A1 repackaged? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreeRide Posted December 7, 2016 Share Posted December 7, 2016 On December 4, 2016 at 6:49 PM, Rehab1 said: ........ How cow...did anyone see that the Segway S1 is selling for only $599 on Amazon? https://www.amazon.com/Segway-Balancing-Personal-Transporter-Control/dp/B01M1SFFNE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480895234&sr=8-1&keywords=Segway+unicycle I'm tempted to buy that as a trainer. Now if it was an S2.... I think I would ignore the low battery capacity and buy it right now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunka Hunka Burning Love Posted December 8, 2016 Share Posted December 8, 2016 (edited) Did they drop the Ninebot label? That's the first time I've heard of a Segway One S1. Is it the same as the Ninebot One S2? Apparently there are two batteries? There's also a China domestic model called the Ninebot One A1 I think? "The One S1 complements your on-the-go lifestyle. It's two lithium-ion batteries, with a capacity of 310 Wh, one on either side ensure the high performance riders demand. You can fully charge it in just 4 hours or top it off at any time. Depending on riding style and terrain, you can get up to 15 miles of range on a full charge." There's also a Segway One S2 to add more confusion? http://ao-en.segway.com/products/ninebot-by-segway-one-s2 Edited December 8, 2016 by Hunka Hunka Burning Love 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve454 Posted December 8, 2016 Share Posted December 8, 2016 1 hour ago, Tim Koffler said: Is that just the Ninebot A1 repackaged? It is starting to look like a shift towards rebranding Ninebot to Segway, so as to more closely tie in to all the Segway dealers that were acquired in the buyout. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Jeffrey Scott Will Posted April 19, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) Just chiming in about the Scorpion since I've now spend a decent amount of time (2 weeks) riding one all around Seattle as my daily driver. While the design is not my favorite visually, ergonomically, it's very good. Like the Xtreme, it has nice large pedals that have a slight angle to let your feet sink into comfortably. The body has a more outward curve so it allows more play and maneuverability with less leg lock-in while at the same time spreading out the pressure against your legs and you feel absolutely no pressure points while riding. The only other wheel I've ridden that feels better when ridden is the Xtreme. Performance - well, if you haven't ridden a Solowheel, especially a newer one, then you're not really going to fully understand how fundamentally different they ride compared to anything else. This is not a slam to the competition, as many of these issues are trade-offs. To write it off as "soft" is to miss the added dimension this style of ride offers. It's nothing like the soft mode manufacturers like KS, GW, NB offer in app. Think of it like a tight spring that reacts extremely quickly. You can flick your ankles and feel it. In the newest version of firmware it has been tuned for maximum stability for handling bumps and hill climbing, but still offering just the right amount of tension in that "spring" to lean with you when you want it to - like braking. It's intelligent enough to adjust on the fly as your speed changes and the whole experience is very fluid and stable. The overall effect of this style of firmware is that the rider becomes very casual and relaxed with their riding stance and style. It feels like the wheel is a part of you as opposed to trying to stay balanced on top of a tiny little flat platform. This is a huge deal to me, personally. With the amount of times I spend mounting, dismounting, dodging, power breaking, this is where Solowheel shines. All these high speed performance EUCs feel like you are driving in 5th gear all the time in comparison. Also notable, it's now faster with no more artificial early speed tilt back. I clocked 13mph, but I'm unsure where the limit actually is because I don't really like to push limits like that. Slower than the speed demon EUCs, yes, but for a versatile city commuter, it doesn't feel held back. Hill climbing is good, and my commute makes for a proper test. No issues there. Range - well, this one is obvious. This version is not for long range commuters! But for those who don't need range, it is nice to have a light weight wheel that doesn't feel bulky. And for air travelers, you can easily check this as baggage without a hassle - this is a legitimate reason for having a smaller battery pack, but I do look forward to more options for those who don't need to fly with their wheel. Features - the headlight is a welcomed addition. Its sufficiently bright for lighting up the path in front of you. The handle is also quite nice. It has a slightly awkward lock/unlock system with two different releases, but it works well enough. And the kickstand is icing on the cake. The things I would like to see changed: the magnetic charge port. It's the same one used on the Xtreme. While neat, it's not necessary like on a laptop, and it only adds potential points of failure if you don't have it securely seated or the tiny pins get corroded. The design looks a tad toylike. Not up to the high bar set by the Xtreme. The tire is 16 x 1.95, so a tad thinner than most 16" EUC tires including the Solowheel original. Its actually quite fine after extensive testing, but I'd rather have something beefier like 16 x 2.125. In conclusion, I will say that overall it's a really good, versatile option for someone living and working in the city. In practice, the experience of riding this thing around is very good - a total joy. There is no aspect of the wheel that you are trying to "fight" the whole time. It's just a really satisfying ride. FULL DISCLOSURE: I sell this thing! but I have no problem pointing out its flaws among the positives. I've owned and ridden a ton of other wheels, so I do have a good frame of reference (check my profile). I got involved professionally after riding and buying an Xtreme. Edited April 19, 2017 by Jeffrey Scott Will 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunka Hunka Burning Love Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) Nice review. How much does it cost, and what's the riding range like? BTW that handle looks like it is kinda meant to grab onto your nads. Feel the sting of the Scorpion! Edit: oh right about $1595 USD? Edited April 20, 2017 by Hunka Hunka Burning Love 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mono Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 @Jeffrey Scott Will, when you talk about large pedals, can you be more specific about their size? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey Scott Will Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 7 hours ago, Hunka Hunka Burning Love said: Nice review. How much does it cost, and what's the riding range like? BTW that handle looks like it is kinda meant to grab onto your nads. Feel the sting of the Scorpion! Edit: oh right about $1595 USD? Inventist quotes up to 12mi. For my city, I am setting expectations a little lower due to our topography. 5 hours ago, Mono said: @Jeffrey Scott Will, when you talk about large pedals, can you be more specific about their size? I'll take some photos for you comparing them to the other Solowheels tomorrow. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mono Posted April 20, 2017 Share Posted April 20, 2017 3 hours ago, Jeffrey Scott Will said: I'll take some photos for you comparing them to the other Solowheels tomorrow. Photos with a visible inch rule would be nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vik's Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 On 19.04.2017 at 10:01 PM, Jeffrey Scott Will said: Just chiming in about the Scorpion since I've now spend a decent amount of time (2 weeks) riding one all around Seattle as my daily driver. One thing I don't understand - seems that Scorpion is still unavailable to order: http://store.inventist.com/solowheel-scorpion.aspx "...expected to ship out the first week of December!" not in 2016 I suppose? On 19.04.2017 at 10:01 PM, Jeffrey Scott Will said: I got involved professionally... With the Inventist? Thats clearing the things up... Shiny reviews on an unavailable products... Looks like Solowheel going the same route as UniWheel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey Scott Will Posted May 4, 2017 Share Posted May 4, 2017 On 4/24/2017 at 11:32 PM, Vik's said: One thing I don't understand - seems that Scorpion is still unavailable to order: http://store.inventist.com/solowheel-scorpion.aspx "...expected to ship out the first week of December!" not in 2016 I suppose? With the Inventist? Thats clearing the things up... Shiny reviews on an unavailable products... Looks like Solowheel going the same route as UniWheel... Hey Vik. Inventist hasn't always done a stellar job of maintaining their website, as you can see! The Scorpion is currently available through their dedicated official US retailer (Solowheel Seattle), which brings me to your next point: I'm not employed directly through Inventist. I run the retail side of things in Seattle where we have a brick and mortar shop. Does that make me biased? Well, it depends on how you look at it. If you've been around for over a couple years and check my history and profile, you'll find I've ridden most of the major wheels out there, and spend my first year riding Airwheel and King Song (14c, 16b) exclusively. I actually switched to Solowheel as my daily driver well before I even knew there was an opportunity for employment. As far as Solowheel's future, I guess you'll just have to stay tuned as it doesn't sound like you'll take my word for it. There is a lot in development as you'll find out before too long. P.S. I sold out of the first batch of Scorpions, but it can be ordered direct from us (shipped directly to customer) before we get the next batch in our store. On 4/20/2017 at 2:17 AM, Mono said: Photos with a visible inch rule would be nice. Sorry I've been swamped! I'll be back with the goods ASAP. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve454 Posted May 9, 2017 Share Posted May 9, 2017 A good video would be nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunka Hunka Burning Love Posted April 13, 2018 Share Posted April 13, 2018 (edited) Bumping an old thread, but I found some nice close-ups of the Scorpion if anyone's interested from a design perspective. The neat thing is that the Y shaped stinger tail acts as an integrated kickstand. https://store.urban360.com/produit/solowheel-scorpion-edition-limitee/ Edited April 13, 2018 by Hunka Hunka Burning Love 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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