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@ -27,14 +27,14 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
Second, you may not know every word written here, which is why there
is a <R href="#begriffe">glossary</R> and you can click on certian
is a <R href="#begriffe">glossary</R> and you can click on certain
words to find a definition.
</p>
<p>
Third, this side is very long and takes a deep dive into a lot of
topics. Reading everything will take around 30 minutes.{" "}
<b>Therefore</b>, this side is devided into <b>sections</b>,
<b>Therefore</b>, this side is divided into <b>sections</b>,
callable via the navigation bar at the side.
</p>
@ -56,11 +56,11 @@ function Overview() {
<img class="lefties" src="/images/KidsKS16X.jpg" />
<p>
EUC stands for <b>E</b>lectric<b>U</b>ni<b>C</b>ycle. In simplest
terms its a battery powered motor surrounded by a motorcycle tire,
kept upright with gyroskopes. The principle is similar to a segway,
terms it's a battery powered motor surrounded by a motorcycle tire,
kept upright with gyroscopes. The principle is similar to a segway,
but more on that in chapter{" "}
<R href="#funktion">technical functionality</R>. You stand on two
sidemounted pedals, facing forward with the wheel inbetween your
side mounted pedals, facing forward with the wheel in between your
legs. To accelerate you lean forward, to break you lean back.
Steering is similar to a normal unicycle or bike.
</p>
@ -92,21 +92,21 @@ function Overview() {
</p>
<p>
The <b>riding experience</b> is absolutly astonishing and not
comparable with anything else. It becomes a part of your self, an
extension of your legs, and it feels absolutly natural to ride. At
The <b>riding experience</b> is absolutely astonishing and not
comparable with anything else. It becomes a part of yourself, an
extension of your legs, and it feels absolutely natural to ride. At
some point, once you've ridden long enough, handlebars just feel
weird and out of place, unessecary and uncomfortable. Just think
about inline-skating. You forget that they are there, likewise you
weird and out of place, unnecessary and uncomfortable. Just think
about inline skating. You forget that they are there, likewise you
forget that you are riding on an EUC, because they become a part of
you.
</p>
<p>
Contradictionary to what many people first think when they see an
EUC, you dont need to constantly balance and be super focused on
normal ground. It happends automatically, you just lean where you
want to go and the rest follows.
Contrary to what many people first think when they see an EUC, you
don't need to constantly balance and be super focused on normal
ground. It happens automatically, you just lean where you want to
go, and the rest follows.
</p>
<p>
@ -125,25 +125,26 @@ function Overview() {
you're on the road or in the steepest forest. Electric unicycles can
climb steep slopes of up to 50° where no scooter or e-bike can keep
up (you can't even walk up there on foot). Depending on the device
and skill, 10m wide jumps on MTB trails are doable, as are 2m high
and skill, 10 m wide jumps on MTB trails are doable, as are 2 m high
drops on flat ground.
</p>
<p>
A <b>range</b> of up to 230 km and a charging time of just 3 hours
are unrivaled in the PEV (Personal Electric Vehicle) segment, where
even some cheap electric cars are worse. They achieve this through
minimal energy consumption and a large battery size, combined with
very efficient motors and only one tire resistance instead of 2 or
4. And all this in the size of a suitcase or backpack.
A <b>range</b> of up to 230 km (about 143 mi) and a charging time of
just 3 hours are unrivaled in the PEV (Personal Electric Vehicle)
segment, where even some cheap electric cars are worse. They achieve
this through minimal energy consumption and a large battery size,
combined with very efficient motors and only one tire resistance
instead of 2 or 4. And all this is in the size of a suitcase or
backpack.
</p>
<p>
Another reason is also due to the form factor: it is super easy to{" "}
<b>travel with</b>. Every current unicycle has a{" "}
<R href="#trolley">trolley handle</R>, a pull-out handle similar to
a suitcase. Since the device is selfbalancing, it's super easy to
have it ride it self alongside you without any hassle. Whether on
a suitcase. Since the device is self-balancing, it's super easy to
have it ride it self-alongside you without any hassle. Whether on
the train or on the bus, where you can get through yourself, the
unicycle can also get through, as the pedals can be folded in to
make it even narrower. It doesn't matter how much the device weighs,
@ -159,7 +160,7 @@ function Overview() {
larger quantities. Now, if you want to take a trip to a nice place
to ride a unicycle, you can just put them in the trunk, or even
between your feet. That would be impossible with e-bikes or
scooters. You can also be picked up from anywhere, or be dropped off
scooters. You can also be picked up from anywhere or be dropped off
anywhere and come back yourself. This is a blessing, especially for
students or people who don't have or want a car.
</p>
@ -188,13 +189,13 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
The <b id="akku">battery</b> provides the power, which can consist
of up to 200 individual battery cells and runs on
84V/100V/126V/134V, depending on the device. These high voltages are
achieved by connecting the batteries in series, while the number of
parallels determines the maximum amperes. A device can have a 34s4p
of up to 200 individual battery cells and runs on 84 V/100 V/126
V/134 V, depending on the device. These high voltages are achieved
by connecting the batteries in series, while the number of parallels
determines the maximum amperes. A device can have a 34s4p
configuration, meaning 34 cells connected in series arranged in 4
parallel packs, together then 34*4 = 136 cells. A cell runs on max
4.2V and can give 10 to 30 amps depending on the model. So far,
parallel packs, together then 34 * 4 = 136 cells. A cell runs on max
4.2 V and can give 10 to 30 amps depending on the model. So far,
mostly high-capacity cells from LG have been used, but recently some
high-discharge Samsung 40T cells have also been considered and
implemented, which can deliver significantly more power long term
@ -205,11 +206,11 @@ function Overview() {
Not enough <b id="parallels">parallels</b> in a battery pack result
in an unreliable power supply for the motor, as high power demands
can lead to a voltage drop (voltage sag). This means that for the
duratiob of high demand the battery cannot provide full power, which
duration of high demand the battery cannot provide full power, which
is very dangerous with a self-balancing device. Because of this,
most devices have 4 or more parallels. In addition, most devices
have 2 separate battery systems, so the driver can still stop safely
incase one fails. The high voltage is necessary to enable the high
in case one fails. The high voltage is necessary to enable the high
speeds. The higher the voltage the motor runs at, the fewer amperes
the motor needs to achieve the same power output. High amps require
a more robust motherboard, thicker cables, and generate more heat.
@ -220,7 +221,7 @@ function Overview() {
<b>
<R href="#BMS">BMS</R>
</b>{" "}
(Battery Management System), which ,dependant on the variant and
(Battery Management System), which, dependent on the variant and
quality, ensures the safety of the cells. If battery cells get
overloaded, discharged or charged too much, they can in the best
case lose capacity and in the worst case burst into flames. A good{" "}
@ -237,7 +238,7 @@ function Overview() {
</div>
<p>
The <b>motherboard</b> consists of, among other things, the power
input from the battery and charging socket, the three phasewires
input from the battery and charging socket, the three phase wires
that connect the motor,{" "}
<R href="https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metall-Oxid-Halbleiter-Feldeffekttransistor">
MOSFETs
@ -249,7 +250,7 @@ function Overview() {
6 and 42 of them depending on the device, to the 3 phases that the
motor needs to run. Capacitors (between 4 and 18) deliver peak
power, which would be too fast for the <R href="#akku">battery</R>.
So far the usual buildup for a motherboard.
So far, the usual buildup for a motherboard.
</p>
<p>
@ -258,7 +259,7 @@ function Overview() {
the braking energy goes back into the <R href="#akku">battery</R>{" "}
and, in contrast to an electric car, to the full extent. The
recuperation ability of a motherboard is decisive for the braking
performance of an unicycle. It must therefore be possible to take
performance of a unicycle. It must therefore be possible to take
back just as much current as can be put out, if not more.
</p>
@ -278,8 +279,9 @@ function Overview() {
</div>
<p>
The <b id="motor">motor</b> of a unicycle is a 3-phase hub motor,
i.e. a motor whose outer part is also the <R href="#reifen">tire</R>
. The exact functionality and explonation you can find{" "}
i.e., a motor whose outer part is also the{" "}
<R href="#reifen">tire</R>. The exact functionality and explanation
you can find{" "}
<R href="https://www.electricunicycles.eu/motor_in_electric_unicycle_part_1-c__201">
here
</R>
@ -293,25 +295,27 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
<b>High Speed</b> motors run faster and more efficiently at speed
(up to 90kmh at 100v), but have very high energy consumption and
less power at low speeds. The coils and magnets are larger,
therefore you can hear the motors steps grumbling at slow speed.
(up to 90 km/h or 56 mph at 100 V) but have very high energy
consumption and less power at low speeds. The coils and magnets are
larger; therefore, you can hear the motors steps grumbling at slow
speed.
</p>
<p>
<b>High Torque</b> motors have very high torque (130Nm-300Nm), are
very efficient at low speed and feel considerably smoother. On the
other hand, they usually do not reach higher speeds then around
65kmh at 100v, and lose performance with increasing speed.
<b>High Torque</b> motors have very high torque (130 Nm - 300 Nm),
are very efficient at low speed and feel considerably smoother. On
the other hand, they usually do not reach higher speeds than around
65 km/h (or 40 mph) at 100 V and lose performance with increasing
speed.
</p>
<p>
Since the introduction of 126v and <b>134v systems</b> this is a bit
more unclear, so that now a HT motor at 134v can also reach 92kmh
and still have enough torque to drive up almost 50° steep walls. We
will soon see what a HS motor at 134v can achieve. Most of the time
the battery and the motherboard are the limiting factor, the motors
could do more in most cases. Thats why{" "}
Since the introduction of 126 V and <b>134 V systems</b> this is a
bit more unclear, so that now a HT motor at 134 V can also reach 92
km/h and still have enough torque to drive up almost 50° steep
walls. We will soon see what a HS motor at 134 V can achieve. Most
of the time the battery and the motherboard are the limiting factor,
the motors could do more in most cases. Thats why{" "}
<R href="#begode">Gotway/Begode</R> has been using the same 2 motors
for years now, only increasing battery performance and operating
voltage.
@ -319,8 +323,8 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
The interaction of all these components results in an extremely
powerful, small and fast device, which accelerates from 0 to 50kmh
in 3 seconds and can reach up to 90kmh, climbs 50° steep walls and
powerful, small and fast device, which accelerates from 0 to 50 km/h
in 3 seconds and can reach up to 90 km/h, climbs 50° steep walls and
still fits under the table.
</p>
</div>
@ -329,7 +333,7 @@ function Overview() {
<!--begriffe-->
*/}
<div class="row">
<h3 id="begriffe">Glossary and specification explonation</h3>
<h3 id="begriffe">Glossary and specification explanation</h3>
<div class="col-6">
<p>
<b id="tiltback">Tilt-back</b>: The device's pedals tilt backwards
@ -347,8 +351,8 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
<b>Pedal-angle</b>: Angle in which the pedals are mounted to the
device, seen from the frontview. A steeper angle provides more
grip when cornering, but can also become uncomfortable for longer
device, seen from the front view. A steeper angle provides more
grip when cornering but can also become uncomfortable for longer
rides.
</p>
@ -356,7 +360,7 @@ function Overview() {
<b id="spiked-pedals">Spiked-pedals</b>: Spikes on the pedals that
give shoes more grip. Similar to mountain bike pedals, there are
usually screw-in pointed metal pins that grip into the shoe to
prevent accidental slipping. Is used today instead of sandpaper,
prevent accidental slipping. It's used today instead of sandpaper,
as it offers an excellent grip even in wet and muddy conditions.{" "}
<R href="https://youtu.be/aWU9lZAfKXM">Example</R>
</p>
@ -369,7 +373,7 @@ function Overview() {
mounted on the side of the device, usually printed from TPU and
PLA and fastened with large, strong Velcro. They are necessary for
better control and handling, especially for heavy and fast
unicycles. They are divided into 2 types, many are combined
unicycles. They are divided into 2 types; many are combined
together in one set.
</p>
<div class="hidden">
@ -385,9 +389,9 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
<b>Jump Pads</b>: have contact with the foot and verse, used for
jumping and safety. In case of an unexpected bump in the road,
they will hold your foot so you don't fall off the device. But
they will hold your foot, so you don't fall off the device. But
they might cause more injury in the case of a crash, because you
cant get off quick enough
can't get off quick enough
</p>
<p>
@ -407,7 +411,7 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
<b>Kill-Switch</b>: a button under the handle that shuts off the
motor. Ensures that the motor doesnt rev up when lifting.
motor. Ensures that the motor doesn't rev up when lifting.
</p>
<p>
@ -427,8 +431,8 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
<b>W</b>: Watt, power specification, shows how much power the
device can hold continuously. 3000W corresponds to 4 hp (an e-bike
has a maximum of 250w). Not to be confused with
device can hold continuously. 3,000 W corresponds to 4 hp (an
e-bike has a maximum of 250 W). Not to be confused with
</p>
<p>
@ -437,10 +441,10 @@ function Overview() {
</p>
<p>
<b id="wh">Wh</b>: Watt hours, energy storage information, shows
how much energy the <R href="#akku">battery</R> can store. 3000wh
means the battery could give 3000w for over an hour, or 1500w for
2 hours etc.
<b id="wh">Wh</b>: Watt-hours, energy storage information, shows
how much energy the <R href="#akku">battery</R> can store. 3,000
Wh means the battery could give 3,000 W for over an hour, or 1,500
W for 2 hours etc.
</p>
<p>
@ -461,18 +465,43 @@ function Overview() {
</p>
<p>
<b>16inch</b>: describes the tire size, in this case 16 inches
(40cm) in diameter. Small diameters are agile and have a quick
response, large diameters (up to 24inch, 60cm) feel heavy and
<b>16 inch</b>: describes the tire size, in this case 16 inches
(40 cm) in diameter. Small diameters are agile and have a quick
response, large diameters (up to 24 inches, 60 cm) feel heavy and
sluggish but are significantly more stable at speed.
</p>
<p>
<b>Charging Amps</b>: The maximum amps that the device can charge
with. Most new devices charge with a maximum of 10 amps, i.e.
10*100 or 10*134 watts. The charging time is calculated as
follows: capacity/volt/charging ampere. 3300wh:126v:10A = 2.6h.
</p>
<div>
<p>
<b>Charging Amps</b>: The maximum amps that the device can
charge with. Most new devices charge with a maximum of 10 amps,
i.e., 10 A * 126 V = 1,260 watts. The charging time is
calculated as follows:
</p>
<table style={{ width: "100%", "font-size": "initial" }}>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>capacity</td>
<td>&divide; (</td>
<td>volts</td>
<td>&times;</td>
<td>amps</td>
<td>) =</td>
<td>time</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3,300 Wh</td>
<td>&divide; (</td>
<td>126 V</td>
<td>&times;</td>
<td>10 A</td>
<td>) =</td>
<td>2.6 h</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</div>
</div>
</div>
@ -483,7 +512,7 @@ function Overview() {
<h2 id="sicherheit">Safety</h2>
<p>
The second most common question is usually whether you don't just
fall off and whether it's safe at all. The short answer: yes it is.
fall off and whether it's safe at all. The short answer: yes, it is.
While there are risks, as with any mode of transportation, they are
much smaller and less important than one might initially assume.
Nevertheless, a few safety-related aspects have arisen over the
@ -505,19 +534,19 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
Any EUC YouTuber and experienced rider will tell you that protective
gear is essential. Depending on the speed, protective equipment
definitely includes hand and kneeguards like the famous{" "}
definitely includes hand and knee guards like the famous{" "}
<R href="https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Leatt-Brace-Unisex-Double-5017010182/dp/B01M9DCEPO?th are popular =1&psc=1">
Leatt dual axis knee guards
</R>
. At <b>below 30kmh</b>, i.e. very small devices, you can also ride
without equipment if necessary. It's not something people like to
see, but if you're a bit sporty, you can just outrun every crash.
Something that is not possible with bicycles.
. At speeds <b>below 30 km/h</b>, i.e., very small devices, you can
also ride without equipment if necessary. It's not something people
like to see, but if you're a bit sporty, you can just outrun every
crash. Something that is not possible with bicycles.
</p>
<p>
At higher speeds (<b>above 30kmh</b>) a helmet should be worn,
preferably a full-face helmet. An MTB helmet is sufficient for
At higher speeds (<b>above 30 km/h</b>) a helmet should be worn,
preferably a full face helmet. An MTB helmet is sufficient for
speeds up to 60 km/h, or one from the motocross sector. Elbow and
shoulder protection should also be considered. The{" "}
<R href="https://lazyrolling.com/">LazyRolling</R> jackets are
@ -531,23 +560,23 @@ function Overview() {
Predator DH6-X
</R>{" "}
are very popular because of the high field of view, small weight and
stylish look. At speeds of <b>80 to 100kmh</b> you should think
stylish look. At speeds of <b>80 to 100 km/h</b> you should think
about motorcycle gear as the items mentioned above are not built for
these speeds.
</p>
<p>
Generally 2 things apply:
Generally, 2 things apply:
<br />
The best gear is the one you wear. This means that no matter how
good your gear is, it only works if you actually wear it. It has to
be comfortable and you have to feel good in it. <br />
be comfortable, and you have to feel good in it. <br />
And: Dress for the slide, not the ride. This states that you should
always dress appropriately for the worst-case scenario. For example,
on an Inmotion V8 with a top speed of 28kmh, you should not wear
on an Inmotion V8 with a top speed of 28 km/h, you should not wear
full motorcycle gear as it will limit your vision and would be far
too much for the situation. But you also don't wear a bike helmet on
a Master Pro with 100kmh.
a Master Pro with 100 km/h.
</p>
<div>
<img src="/images/Gear3.webp" />
@ -558,24 +587,24 @@ function Overview() {
<!--cut-offs-->
*/}
<div class="row">
<h3 id="cutout">Cut-off's</h3>
<h3 id="cutout">Cut-offs</h3>
<div class="righties">
<video autoplay muted loop>
<source src="/videos/Cutout1.mp4" type="video/mp4" />
</video>
</div>
<p>
Cut-off's are the largest source of accidents the rider is mostly
not responsible for. A cut-off or cut-out means that the device
switches off in the middle of the ride and the driver jumps off in
the best case, and in the worst case slams directly into the
asphalt. There are many reasons for this, here are a few examples:
Cut-offs are the largest source of accidents the rider is mostly not
responsible for. A cut-off or cut-out means that the device switches
off in the middle of the ride and the driver jumps off in the best
case, and in the worst-case slams directly into the asphalt. There
are many reasons for this, here are a few examples:
</p>
<p>
When <b>overloaded</b>, older or poorly built devices simply shut
off, either because they burned out or because the electronic is
protecting itselve from burning out. Overloading happens when you
off, either because they burned out or because the electronics are
protecting themselves from burning out. Overloading happens when you
climb steep paths, when you hit a big hump in the road at high
speed, or when you accelerate again close to the top speed. Of
course, this behavior has not gone unnoticed, which is why
@ -603,7 +632,7 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
Another reason, which mostly affects the newest devices (usually
devices from the first batch), are{" "}
devices from the first batch), is the presence of{" "}
<b>software bugs or faulty hardware</b>. This reason for cut-outs is
the scariest because it can just happen. Regardless of the speed and
workload. A well-known example here was the Inmotion V12 cut-outs,
@ -614,15 +643,16 @@ function Overview() {
<p>
The final example here is a <b>low battery</b>. When the battery is
low, the device no longer runs at the full 100.8V, but rather around
80V. If a lot of power is now required, there will be a voltage drop
as described in the <R href="#akku">Battery</R> chapter. If the
voltage falls below the minimum, the electronics switch off. Modern
devices limit the top speed when the battery level drops, but in
particular some <R href="#begode">Gotway</R> devices dont do this.
This causes riders to demand high performance despite a low battery
level, and thus not only damage their battery in the long term, but
also damage themselves in the short term as a result of a cut-off.
low, the device no longer runs at the full 100.8 V, but rather
around 80 V. If a lot of power is now required, there will be a
voltage drop as described in the <R href="#akku">Battery</R>{" "}
chapter. If the voltage falls below the minimum, the electronics
switch off. Modern devices limit the top speed when the battery
level drops, but in particular some <R href="#begode">Gotway</R>{" "}
devices don't do this. This causes riders to demand high performance
despite a low battery level, and thus not only damage their battery
in the long term, but also damage themselves in the short term as a
result of a cut-off.
</p>
<p>
@ -661,7 +691,7 @@ function Overview() {
</p>
<p>
<b>Deep discharge</b>, i.e. discharging below the recommended cell
<b>Deep discharge</b>, i.e., discharging below the recommended cell
voltage, damages the <R href="#akku">battery</R> and increases the
risk. Begode in particular has little protection, and usually allows
a lot of power to be drawn when the battery level is low, by letting
@ -674,7 +704,7 @@ function Overview() {
</p>
<p>
<b>Devices with a 4P configuration</b>, i.e. only 4{" "}
<b>Devices with a 4P configuration</b>, i.e., only 4{" "}
<R href="#parallelen">parallel</R> Battery cell rows are also more
often affected by battery fires. As mentioned in the{" "}
<R href="#akku">Battery</R> part, this is because the cells are
@ -683,7 +713,7 @@ function Overview() {
</p>
<p>
<b>Physical damage</b>, i.e. shock or penetration of the cells, can
<b>Physical damage</b>, i.e., shock or penetration of the cells, can
also lead to a short circuit and, in the worst case, to a fire. This
is rather rare, but also more common with Begode, since the
batteries are packed exclusively in shrinkwrap and can then move
@ -713,7 +743,7 @@ function Overview() {
</div>
<p>
<b>Battery safety</b>: A <b id="BMS">BMS</b> is responsible for
this. A <b>B</b>attery <b>M</b>anagement <b>S</b>system has the task
this. A <b>B</b>attery <b>M</b>anagement <b>S</b>ystem has the task
<br />
-to protect the battery from excessive currents,
<br />
@ -737,9 +767,9 @@ function Overview() {
So far (2022) only the Kingsong S22 has a smart{" "}
<R href="#BMS">BMS</R> which allows you to see and control the
voltage of each cell in the app. Non-smart <R href="#BMS">BMS</R>{" "}
have so-called passive balance, i.e. passive adjustment of the
have so-called passive balance, i.e., passive adjustment of the
voltages of the cells. To do this, the device must be charged
regularly to 100% and then left plugged in for a longer period of
regularly to 100 % and then left plugged in for a longer period of
time.
</p>
</div>
@ -748,7 +778,7 @@ function Overview() {
<!--fahrweise-->
*/}
<div class="row">
<h3 id="fahrweise">Fahrweise</h3>
<h3 id="fahrweise">Ride style</h3>
<div class="righties">
<video width="auto" height="auto" autoplay muted loop>
<source src="/videos/FahrweiseNYC.mp4" type="video/mp4" />
@ -780,19 +810,20 @@ function Overview() {
</p>
<p>
Riding the EUC is a very <b>skill based</b> means of transport. Even
Riding the EUC is a very <b>skill-based</b> means of transport. Even
the emergency brake has to be practiced for a long time, in
different scenarios and especially in curves. It often happens that
drivers stop actively pushing and improving themselves after the
first few kilometers. Therefore some with years of riding experience
are unsafe when getting on and off, and do not know how to help
themselves in emergency situations. Many have an incorrect stance or
ride on wobbly legs, which causes <R href="#wobbles">wobbles</R> and
leads to falls. That's also the reason why the New Yorker riders
have fewer accidents than other groups and cities, despite or
because they drive so aggressively and therefore have a very higher
skill level. These machines can only do as much as their driver, and
with the right skill they are capable of incredible things.
first few kilometers. Therefore, some with years of riding
experience are unsafe when getting on and off, and do not know how
to help themselves in emergency situations. Many have an incorrect
stance or ride on wobbly legs, which causes{" "}
<R href="#wobbles">wobbles</R> and leads to falls. That's also the
reason why the New Yorker riders have fewer accidents than other
groups and cities, despite or because they drive so aggressively and
therefore have a very higher skill level. These machines can only do
as much as their driver, and with the right skill they are capable
of incredible things.
</p>
<div class="righties">
<video width="auto" height="auto" autoplay muted loop>
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</p>
<p>
Secondly, you stand facing <b>forwards</b>, and therefore dont get{" "}
Secondly, you stand facing <b>forwards</b>, and therefore don't get{" "}
<R href="https://dictionary.cambridge.org/de/worterbuch/englisch/yeet">
yeeted
</R>{" "}
sideways into the ground like on OneWheels. Most can just jump off
and run out under 26kmh without even falling. This is otherwise only
possible with very few devices of this type. Of course you are not
as safe as on a big motorbike, or as in a car. But compared to a
sideways into the ground like on Onewheels. Most can just jump off
and run out under 26 km/h without even falling. This is otherwise
only possible with very few devices of this type. Of course, you are
not as safe as on a big motorbike, or as in a car. But compared to a
motorcycle, the speeds are usually way lower and therefore much less
dangerous. In addition, you usually wear the recommended equipment
anyway, so that 99% of the time nothing happens at all.
anyway, so that 99 % of the time nothing happens at all.
</p>
</div>
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Wobbles are a problem not fully understood yet. Wobble describes the{" "}
<b>shaking</b> of the device side to side while riding fast. As
mentioned in the <R href="#tires">tires</R> topic, road tires tend
to wobble more often. The device then wobbles in its own resonance,
also known in the motorcycles world.
to wobble more often. The device then wobbles in it's own resonance,
also known in the motorcycle's world.
</p>
<p>
You can avoid this by keeping the <b>tire pressure</b> lower and
having a balanced machine, i.e. with even weight distribution. It
also helps to be <b>carve</b> slightly, i.e. to ride slight slalom.
If you still get wobbles, it helps to have good{" "}
having a balanced machine, i.e., with an even weight distribution.
It also helps to be <b>carved</b> slightly, i.e., to ride slight
slalom. If you still get wobbles, it helps to have good{" "}
<R href="#pads">pads</R> as they give you more grip on the device
and thus more time to react. But there are different opinions on how
to actually end them: some say you should relax and brake, others
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Especially politicians and people outside of this sport think that
more performance equals more risk. They are almost right with
scooters and e-bikes because they do not depend on power for
stabilization. EUCs, OneWheels, and all manner of hoverboards and
stabilization. EUCs, Onewheels, and all manner of hoverboards and
Segways are, though, and that creates a bit of a contradiction. More
power gives the rider a lot of <b>braking safety</b>, and{" "}
<b>reduces the risk</b> of overload-induced{" "}
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suspension. Initially seen as a gimmick and "off-road only", this
feature is slowly becoming a necessity. Because with a
self-balancing device, every bump in the road causes a power spike
in the controller. This is usually not a problem at 35kmh, but at
70kmh it can be too much for many devices. Suspension takes away
in the controller. This is usually not a problem at 35 km/h, but at
70 km/h it can be too much for many devices. Suspension takes away
most of the power spike that occurs, while also making sure that
rider's feet don't get shot off the pedals. The exception here are
the pogostick designs in the Inmotion V11, which in exceptional
the pogo stick designs in the Inmotion V11, which in exceptional
cases simply shoot up the rider instead of dampening him.
Nevertheless, the progressive suspensions in particular not only
ensure significantly more comfort, but also rider safety. And allow
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<p>Tires can be divided into 3 categories:</p>
<p>
<b>Offroad</b> tyres, also known as nobbys, have a large and usually
a very rough profile. They tend to be noisier on the road, have a
larger turning circle, and don't feel nearly as agile and nimble on
the road as street tires. On the other hand, they usually have
excellent grip in the forest and can also drive through deep mud. It
was also found that nobbys wobble less than street tires (
<b>Offroad</b> tires, also known as knobbies, have a large and
usually a very rough profile. They tend to be noisier on the road,
have a larger turning circle, and don't feel nearly as agile and
nimble on the road as street tires. On the other hand, they usually
have an excellent grip in the forest and can also drive through deep
mud. It was also found that knobbies wobble less than street tires (
<R href="https://youtu.be/qcRcUIF69LU">comparison</R>
), probably because of the lower tire pressure and the softer
material. Nobbys also have the advantage that they usually last
longer. A standard Kenda K262 easily lasts 10000km, where a CST road
tire only lasts 3-4000km.
material. Knobbies also have the advantage that they usually last
longer. A standard Kenda K262 easily lasts 10,000 km, whereas a CST
road tire only lasts 3,000 - 4,000 km.
</p>
<p>
<b>Street tires</b> are, as the name suggests, better suited for
asphalt, they make the device appear more agile and faster than a
nobby. They are also significantly quieter, they feel significantly
better in curves and allow very fine manoeuvres. There are 2 tires
to mention here, the CST c-1488 which, to the chagrin of many, comes
knobby. They are also significantly quieter; they feel significantly
better in curves and allow very fine maneuvers. There are 2 tires to
mention here, the CST c-1488 which, to the chagrin of many, comes
default with the device as a standard street tire. This tire has a
short life span and, unlike the second tire, poor material. The
second well-known tire is the Michelin City pro, which consists of a
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<p>
There is another type, only used in special cases like on the Z10: a
full rubber airless tire. Very harsh to ride, puncture proof and
longlasting.
long-lasting.
</p>
</div>
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<b>Ninebot</b>
</R>
bought Segway, and came out with the Ninebot One in <b>2015</b>. A
250Wh device with stylish LEDs and a white design. Then one device
250 Wh device with stylish LEDs and a white design. Then one device
after the other came out. Gotway produces bigger and faster devices,
Inmotion, Kingsong and Ninebot offered more and more features and
tried to keep up with Gotway in terms of performance. In <b>2019</b>{" "}
we saw the release of the initially unpopular, later iconic Ninebot
Z10. 45kmh, 1100wh and an absolutely unique design still separates
it from all other devices today. But it had many problems, and
unfortunately it was the last EUC that Ninebot produced. At that
point, Gotway was already at <b>50kmh+</b> with the Monster and
Z10. 45 km/h, 1,100 Wh and an absolutely unique design still
separates it from all other devices today. But it had many problems,
and unfortunately it was the last EUC that Ninebot produced. At that
point, Gotway was already at <b>50+ km/h</b> with the Monster and
Nicola, and the batteries were twice as big. Gotway, now called
Begode, has built itself an image of high performance and speed.
Many accepted the poor build quality and rare{" "}
<R href="#akkuss">battery fires</R> because there were simply no
alternative. This was slowly changing in <b>2020</b>, when Inmotion
and Kingsong both released 50kmh devices with a good design. And
and Kingsong both released 50 km/h devices with a good design. And
both devices are changing the market forever.
</p>
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a whole wave of new unicyclers, just plain because it was the first
well built and at the same time super fast device. Finally, you were
no longer dependent on the inferior quality of Begode, but could
cruise stably at <b>70kmh</b> and didn't have to worry about the
cruise stably at <b>70 km/h</b> and didn't have to worry about the
batteries flying out of the housing in the event of a crash.
</p>
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As you can easily see from the story so far, companies and unicycles
are <b>developing faster and faster</b>. It took almost 6 years
after the first unicycle until serious devices came onto the market.
Then only 4 years to go from a shaky 35kmh to a stable 70kmh and
100km range. And in the last 2 years there have been so many
Then only 4 years to go from a shaky 35 km/h to a stable 70 km/h and
100 km range. And in the last 2 years there have been so many
innovations; Metal construction, suspension, smart BMS's, screens,
spiked pedals as standard, usable <R href="#pads">pads</R> as
standard, water resistance, 100kmh top speed, 240km range, almost
5000wh batteries...
standard, water resistance, 100 km/h top speed, 240 km range, almost
5,000 Wh batteries...
</p>
</div>