Karlo Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 So, my 8-year old son has enjoyed the Airwheel X8 for a year. For his upcoming birtday he wants something that goes faster. Considering that he only weighs 30kg I wonder what to get? Is a MCM4 totally overkill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddylaz Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 How about an inmotion v5f+ or even just a ninebot e+. Both can be found for great prices at the mo. 8 is extremely young.....so perhaps the priority should be something where the biggest improvements are in the areas of reliability and sophistication/refinement, as opposed to huge speed jumps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karlo Posted August 17, 2017 Author Share Posted August 17, 2017 3 minutes ago, Paddylaz said: How about an inmotion v5f+ or even just a ninebot e+. Both ca be found for great prices at the mo. 8 is extremely young.....so perhaps the priority should be something where the biggest improvements are in the areas of reliability and sophistication/refinement, as opposed to huge speed jumps. Thanks for the tip. If he wants to go faster, I will get a wheel that goes faster. Otherwise, he can role on the X8. I serves its purposes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddylaz Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 15 minutes ago, Karlo said: Thanks for the tip. If he wants to go faster, I will get a wheel that goes faster. Otherwise, he can role on the X8. I serves its purposes. Both the wheels i suggested go faster ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meepmeepmayer Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Good suggestions. For 30 kg and 8 years, these two wheels are plenty safe and fast enough (ok maybe the Ninebot is a bit slow depending on what "fast" means). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HermanTheGerman Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 1 hour ago, Karlo said: So, my 8-year old son has enjoyed the Airwheel X8 for a year. For his upcoming birtday he wants something that goes faster. Well, that's simple. Lamborghini Huracan (and if Dad behaves well, he may also ride it, once a month or so): But to stay serious: A V5f+ or a KS14 would be a good wheel for him. The V5f+ is lighter and maybe a little bit easier to handle, the KS14 has longer range and is faster. I don't like Gotways any more, therefore I don't say anything about the MCM4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gimlet Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 With the latest Tesla 0->60mph time down to 2.3 seconds I would stick to electric and save the expense and hassle of the Lambo with all its servicing and running costs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddylaz Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 48 minutes ago, Gimlet said: With the latest Tesla 0->60mph time down to 2.3 seconds I would stick to electric and save the expense and hassle of the Lambo with all its servicing and running costs! Not bad ideas. But what happens if 2.3 seconds becomes too slow for you once you become more experienced? You need to start off with something that will be fast enough for at least 4-5 years. You know, something you can steadily grow into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 47 minutes ago, Paddylaz said: You need to start off with something that will be fast enough for at least 4-5 years. I was thinking 8 year old with a need for speed, surely the goal has got to be: P.S. VIrtually anything is faster than an Airwheel - its own company reps have stated on this forum that it's key safety feature is that it's top speed is designed to ensure you don't hurt yourself when you fall off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HermanTheGerman Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 9 hours ago, Gimlet said: With the latest Tesla 0->60mph time down to 2.3 seconds I would stick to electric and save the expense and hassle of the Lambo with all its servicing and running costs! I agree only partially. If you want to stay electric and have a supercar (what I would also do if I could spare 900,000 bucks), I would definitely take the Rimac CS (1384 hp, 365 km/h, 4wheel drive, front 500 KW peak, back 600 KW peak): http://www.rimac-automobili.com/en/supercars/concept_s/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acturbo Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 15 hours ago, Karlo said: So, my 8-year old son has enjoyed the Airwheel X8 for a year. For his upcoming birtday he wants something that goes faster. Considering that he only weighs 30kg I wonder what to get? Is a MCM4 totally overkill? Kingsong KS14. Get the older version. Can be had pretty cheap and are reliable. The downside on the older one is the strength of the axle, but that should not be an issue for an 8 year old. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karlo Posted September 18, 2017 Author Share Posted September 18, 2017 Thanks for the tips. He will get the Lamborghini next year. This is year I got him a Gotway MCM3. 800w moves with a 30kg rider. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeattleAbarth Posted September 19, 2017 Share Posted September 19, 2017 And gloves ...he will be needing some gloves. to bad There isn't a sponsor program. That kid can ride Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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