KQi 100F

The folding handlebars are a game changer for transit honestly - I deal with compact storage all the time with my hobby stuff and that extra fold makes a huge difference. For hills on the 100F you can definitely kick-assist but its pretty awkward compared to just walking it up steeper grades If reliability matters more than portability though the thumb throttle setup might be worth prioritizing since you'll be using it way more than folding the thing

I recently went through this. I didn’t want some no-name junk brand with a bunch of made-up sky-high stats that would either begin degrading almost immediately or simply set my garage on fire when it was charging. So I found about three trusted brands on here that seemed the most common. Segway, Niu and HiBoy. I’m sure there are others. Then I chose weight and power vs cost. I didn’t want the fastest or the longest range. The collisions people have on these fast ones can ruin your face. I ended up with the Niu KQI100F and it’s been fine. Get a helmet that protects your chin such as one for downhill mountain biking. Never ever ever ever ride one handed. Cover bare skin. Tuck and roll.

Get a niu100p or 100f I can guarantee it'll be more reliable than this

Take a look at the NIU KQi100, great option at a budget price. The older NIU KQi2 Pro is also a very solid scooter that is worth considering if you find a good price. If you want more details on the KQi100, I made a video on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FXw7OpEOt64 For the NIU KQi2 I have a whole library of resources that you might find helpful https://www.reddit.com/user/Lantea1/comments/146vxrr/niu_kqi2_pro_electric_kick_scooter_review_guides/

I just bought the Niu kqi100F today and I can not get the Bluetooth to show in the app or on my iPhone no matter what I do. I own 2 100p’s and they paired within seconds. I hate to have to take it back but I don’t know what else to do

**TL;DR:** Tested the 100F through ≈200 miles. Benchmarked performance with a Vbox Data Logger. Here's my data as a 175 lbs rider. * Top Speed: 17.4 MPH * Acceleration 0-15 MPH: 7.2 s (avg) / 6.89 s (best) * Braking distance (15 MPH): 12.8 ft * Range test (Speed priority): 9.98 miles * Range test (Regular): 11.38 miles * Range test (Range priority): 13.87 miles * Hills (8% grade, 250 ft): 28.5 seconds (avg. speed 6 MPH) * Hill (17% grade): Failed **What I like:** * Most comfortable scooter under $500 I tried * Excellent folding mechanism * Near-zero play in foldable handlebars * Excellent performance retention (still hitting 17 MPH at 5% battery) * Overall feels super solidly built * Very affordable **What I don't like:** * Small battery and modest 11-mile real-world range * Struggles on >15% hills Any questions about the 100F, I'm happy to help. 🥳

Idk, i got a Niu K100F on $370 and is working just fine to me. Still no issued in this 3 months