Segway Ninebot ZING E10 Review
The Segway Ninebot ZING E10 is the perfect scooter for kids. Built for the 8 to 14 age bracket, it sports strong specs, plus a slick paint job that’s sure to appeal to the increasing maturity of the preteen demographic. Retaining some of the cool features that can be found on more expensive adult models, including the ambient deck lighting, lightweight frame, and various riding modes, the E10 simply builds on a winning formula. However, there is one scooter that beats the ZING E10 for both value for money and performance – the Hiboy S2 Lite. Find out more in the alternatives section of the review.
Offers displayed are from retailers that we trust. If only one offer is available this is because they are the only retailer we recommend. To support our rigorous scooter review and editorial process, we rely on affiliate commissions. These are at no cost to you. Our work is independent and impartial. Read more here.
Who is it Best For?
Will the Segway Ninebot ZING E10 Be a Good Fit For You?
Pitched at kids of any age between 8 and 14, the ZING E10 functions best as a kind of ‘bridging’ scooter.
What I mean is that the ZING E10 is ideal for children looking to graduate from a smaller, more typically ‘kiddy’ ride (such as the ZING E8), but who aren’t quite yet ready for the larger frame sizes and more powerful engines of teen scooters.
In practice, the ZING E10 is best suited to kids between the ages of 11 and 12.
That’s because it accommodates a taller demographic than the E8 – between 4ft 3 and 5ft 3 – and is also capable of bearing a heavier load of up to 132 lbs. Oh, and let’s not forget the E10’s stylish matt-grey finish, which is sure to strike a chord with the maturing design tastes of its preteen audience.
On top of all this, the E10 is also an excellent scooter for your child to learn to ride. Three riding modes help limit their top speed, while a safety-oriented design provides valuable peace of mind for parents.
Ride Quality
Is the Segway Ninebot ZING E10 Comfortable to Ride?
The ZING E10 offers one of the most comfortable rides for kids.
With a front shock absorber and springy, high elastic rubber tires, your child can expect a smooth scooting experience.
Unlike its younger sibling, the ZING E8, which features solid rubber tires, the E10 is equipped with tubeless pneumatics instead. The benefit of this is increased dampening. For example, I’m sure you can imagine how uncomfortable riding a bike with solid rubber tires would be. Now, imagine the difference if the tires were plush and air-filled.
Whilst rider comfort most relates to how the scooter performs while being ridden over varying terrain, it’s important to take note of the safety features, too. The E10’s three brakes are the perfect tonic for first-time rider nerves, while the deck’s low-lying design and anti-slip surface ensure a balanced ride.
Design
Handlebars
Segway bills the ZING E10’s handlebars as sporting a “dynamic shape”. It sounds good… but to be honest, there’s nothing particularly special about the handlebars.
That’s not to say they don’t do a great job, though. Clad in the same TPB (thermoplastic rubber) that the wheels are made of – and with a clever anti-skid design – the handgrips offer your young rider plenty of control.
Style, too – the E10’s handlebars and grips are decked out in the same matt-grey finish as the rest of the scooter, lending the ride a consistent aesthetic quality that your preteen is sure to love.
Frame
As we’ll soon see, the ZING E10 is one of the lightest scooters for kids – and this is in no small part down to what it’s made of.
With a sturdy, aviation-grade aluminum alloy frame, the ZING E10 strikes a deft balance between portability and durability. The design of the handlebar stem is stripped-back. At just 1.3 inches wide, the E10 manages to avoid the bulky trappings of many similar scooters, making it incredibly easy for small hands to lift and carry.
Oh, and it’s just cool to look at, too.
Doing away with the more juvenile pink and aqua color palette of its predecessor, the ZING E10 comes in with a slick, matt-grey paint job. Cooler still is the eye-popping electric blue accents lining the fringes of the E10’s deck and wheels.
The ZING E10 is a scooter that’s sure to appeal to kids around the 9 to 10 mark. If your young rider has moved on from bright, babyish colors, and wants something with a more mature, understated look, this is the scooter for them.
Deck
The E10’s deck is coated with a silicone, anti-skid surface, which is an upgrade from the basic grip tape used on the ZING E8. Designed to keep your child safe and comfortable, it’s also easy to wipe down and keep clean on an ongoing basis.
As for the deck itself, the E10 successfully emulates the low-lying style of the E8’s deck. This provides a low center of gravity that’ll work wonders for your young rider’s sense of balance and confidence.
Wheels
‘If it’s not broken, don’t fix it’. A timeless saying and one I think may have come into Segway’s thinking when designing the ZING E10’s wheels.
For the E10, Segway stuck with the same high elastic rubber tire material that was so effective on the E8 model for younger kids. But, with one defining feature.
These tires aren’t solid like their predecessors, but instead, have a tubeless design that’s both resistant to wear and leverages increased dampening and shock absorption qualities.
Pairing the 7-inch tubeless tires with the springy, rubberized material and the front shock absorption system, the E10 can mitigate the impact of rougher terrain beyond your average road. Your child will be able to enjoy riding across the local park whilst the robust shock absorption system will help give them greater control over the scooter.
Build Quality Durability
Segway is known for quality, and the E10 is no different.
Made from an aviation-grade aluminum alloy and boasting an IPX4 water-resistant rating, the E10 is a tough cookie. It’s lightweight and portable, yet never makes the mistake of sacrificing durability to achieve this.
My only gripe with the E10’s build isn’t a structural one, but rather what appears to be an oversight when it comes to visibility. Sure, you’ve got under-deck lighting, but this is more for style than safety. Plus, the reflectors feel more like a token addition than a key feature.
Disappointingly, the E10 has no front or rear LED lights. So, if you plan on letting your child roam the neighborhood on two wheels at night, investing in additional lights is a must.
Weight Load
If Segway has got anything down to an art, it’s making light scooters.
The ZING E10 does nothing to buck the trend. Weighing in an airy 18.7 lbs, it’s one of the lightest scooters you can buy. Your child should have no trouble carrying it when folded – more on this below.
The E10’s maximum load of 132 lbs makes it suitable for kids of most ages and sizes. But, with inevitable growth spurts, your child may outgrow the E10 pretty quickly. If this is a concern of yours, I’d highly suggest taking a look at the Hiboy S2 Lite, which can support up to 180 lbs. You can find more information about this scooter in the alternatives section.
Folding Portability
One of the things I love most about Segway-Ninebot’s line of scooters for kids is how easily they are to pack up and store away.
Being able to fold your kid’s new scooter may sound like a feature you would assume comes as standard. However, there are a handful of scooters out there that don’t fold, like the GoTrax GKS.
Like the ZING E8, the E10 boasts a hands-free folding mechanism. When your child is finished riding, they simply have to place their foot on the scooter’s front folding pedal, push down, and collapse the stem down to the deck.
Assembly
The ZING E10 comes (almost) ready to ride straight out of the box.
You’ll need to assemble it yourself, but don’t freak out. The process takes less than five minutes and is very basic. All that is required is to attach the handlebar stem to the deck.
To start, you need to loosen the bolts on the collar clamp (attached to the front of the deck) before sliding the stem into it up to the marked length. Then, simply retighten the bolts. Simple.
Your E10 even comes with an Allen wrench included, so you can get your kid’s scooter assembled without delay.
Once you’re done, I’d recommend giving it a quick test, to ensure the throttle, brakes, and lights are all working as they should be before you hand it over. Maybe skip the test ride, though – there’s a good chance you’ll be too heavy for it.
Performance Safety
Speed Acceleration
One of the ways in which the E10 builds on the specs of the ZING E8 is by giving the top speed a little boost.
Your little speedsters will be able to enjoy a velocity of up to 10 mph, a 1.4 mph upgrade from the E8’s maximum. While this perhaps isn’t a massive increase on paper, the max speed is just about fast enough to instill confidence in your child’s riding abilities without them feeling overwhelmed.
Of course, you may not want your child to immediately start zooming down the neighborhood’s busiest avenues as quickly as 10 mph, and if that is the case then you can rest easy knowing that you can change the riding mode to ‘Safe’. This limits the scooter’s top speed to a more manageable 6.2 mph.
Range
As it happens, 6.2 miles is also the maximum amount of mileage your young rider will get out of the E10. If that doesn’t sound far, well… that’s because it’s not.
This relatively paltry range means your child’s actual motor time is unlikely to ever exceed one hour per ride – and in practice, it’s probably more like 40 to 45 minutes.
There’s no sugarcoating it. Range is one of the E10’s biggest weaknesses. Compare it to the Hiboy S2 Lite’s 10.6 miles of endurance, for instance, and the ZING E10’s flaws are easy to see.
Of course, there are a couple of mitigating factors. Even if the battery dies halfway through a journey, it still functions perfectly as a normal kick scooter. Plus, while it is not the quickest, the ZING E10’s four-hour charge time is still quick enough to juice up the battery so your little explorer won’t be waiting too long before their next ride.
Hill Climbing
The 150W motor – though a shiny new upgrade from the E8’s 130W setup – isn’t any better at climbing hills.
The E10 has the torque to just about get it up hills with a maximum incline of 7% (4-degrees). On the face of it, it’s another one of the E10’s major disadvantages.
And the situation looks especially bad when you compare the E10’s capabilities to the 15% inclines (8-degrees) that the Hiboy S2 Lite can tackle.
All things considered, though, I think we can give the E10 a pass here. It’s made for preteens and beginners and designed for more sedate urban rides. It’s a kid’s scooter, after all. So, unless you live in San Francisco, the E10’s lackluster hill-climbing capacity is unlikely to be a huge dealbreaker.
Shock Absorption / Suspension
The E10 comes equipped with a 40mm shock absorber over the front wheel. While this isn’t completely bump-proof, it will help insulate your child from vibrations thrown at them from your average, well-maintained asphalt sidewalk and neighborhood roads.
As well as cushioning your child’s knees and ankles, the E10’s shock absorber also makes riding across grass or dirt surfaces a cinch. This comes especially in handy for riding in communal places such as parks.
Braking
As you may have already realized by now, the Segway Ninebot ZING E10 replicates a lot of the specs that make the E8 such a high-quality ride. The one that parents will be the most grateful for, however, is the braking system.
Made up of both an electronic and rear brake, the E10’s system provides a safe system that can bring the scooter to a smooth standstill.
The electronic brake, which is located at the front left side of the handlebars, looks (and works) like what you’d see on any kid’s bicycle. The rear brake, unsurprisingly, is foot-operated.
While the E10’s brakes work best when used together, each can be used independently to bring the scooter to a secure, complete stop. Considering that younger, less experienced riders might lack confidence when it comes to operating the rear brake, that extra front brake becomes a particularly handy feature.
Charge Time
It can reach a full charge in around 4 hours.
As I touched on earlier, this means your child can expect around 45 minutes of use – though this will, of course, depend on how much they’re pushing the scooter, and which ride mode they’re engaging most.
Features
Cruise Control
Segway knows when it’s got a good thing going, and the ZING E10’s riding modes (just like the E8’s) – ‘Safe’, ‘Cruise’, and ‘Throttle’ – are the proof. Better still, all three do pretty much what they say on the tin.
‘Safe’ caps the E10’s speed at a modest 6.2 mph, so it’s ideal for parents not quite ready to let their kids off the leash.
‘Cruise’ mode doesn’t limit the speed. Rather, it’ll allow your child to reach 10 mph, but with a catch – they’ll have to do it by kicking. Once they’ve got the scooter in motion, it’ll continue to ‘cruise’ along at a steady pace, but without the need for the thumb throttle.
Finally, there’s ‘Turbo’ mode. While the name sounds unrestrained, the setting itself is as straightforward as they come. It’ll cap the speed to 10 mph. Your child will be able to control the full range of speed on offer via the ergonomic thumb throttle.
I should probably mention one frustrating aspect of these riding modes.
Rather than toggle through them via an LED dashboard (as is the case with Segway’s adult scooters), or a button on the handlebars, you’re only able to change or select each mode via a small panel of buttons located towards the rear of the deck.
This means that unless your child has octopus arms they’ll have to bring the scooter to a stop to switch between riding modes. Not a deal-breaker, but certainly not convenient.
Ambient Deck Lights
If there’s anything cooler than an under-deck LED light strip, it’s a customizable under-deck LED light strip.
And, let’s face it – no matter how old, no child is immune to the charms of being able to choose their scooter’s lighting color scheme before hitting the road.
The classy under-deck lighting, which helps lend the E10 an almost intergalactic look and feel, is customizable based on the riding mode. Safe mode = red lights. Cruise mode = blue lights. Turbo mode = multicolored display.
It’s a super engaging way of letting your young rider add their stamp to the scooter, while extra lighting effects – such as ‘multicolored display’ – dial the fun factor up yet another notch.
Water Resistance Rating
The Segway Ninebot ZING E10 is rated IPX4, making it splash-proof.
While your young one will have no trouble riding this scooter around in the rain, I wouldn’t recommend sustained exposure to the wind and rain. Avoid puddles, too.
Battery Management System
The ZING E10 wouldn’t be a Segway scooter if it wasn’t equipped with one of the brand’s many marks of quality – the Smart Battery Management System (SMBS). So what’s the big deal?
Well, the SMBS helps safeguard the E10’s Lithium-ion battery from wear and tear, as well as damage caused by overheating. It’s also part of the reason why Segway’s scooters for kids boast a quick recharge time of just 4 hours. importantly, though, the SMBS ensures hundreds of charging cycles without compromising max 6.2-mile capacity.
Segway Ninebot ZING E10 Review
The Segway Ninebot ZING E10 is the perfect scooter for kids. Built for the 8 to 14 age bracket, it sports strong specs, plus a slick paint job that’s sure to appeal to the increasing maturity of the preteen demographic. Retaining some of the cool features that can be found on more expensive adult models, including the ambient deck lighting, lightweight frame, and various riding modes, the E10 simply builds on a winning formula. However, there is one scooter that beats the ZING E10 for both value for money and performance – the Hiboy S2 Lite. Find out more in the alternatives section of the review.
Offers displayed are from retailers that we trust. If only one offer is available this is because they are the only retailer we recommend. To support our rigorous scooter review and editorial process, we rely on affiliate commissions. These are at no cost to you. Our work is independent and impartial. Read more here.
Who is it Best For?
Will the Segway Ninebot ZING E10 Be a Good Fit For You?
Pitched at kids of any age between 8 and 14, the ZING E10 functions best as a kind of ‘bridging’ scooter.
What I mean is that the ZING E10 is ideal for children looking to graduate from a smaller, more typically ‘kiddy’ ride (such as the ZING E8), but who aren’t quite yet ready for the larger frame sizes and more powerful engines of teen scooters.
In practice, the ZING E10 is best suited to kids between the ages of 11 and 12.
That’s because it accommodates a taller demographic than the E8 – between 4ft 3 and 5ft 3 – and is also capable of bearing a heavier load of up to 132 lbs. Oh, and let’s not forget the E10’s stylish matt-grey finish, which is sure to strike a chord with the maturing design tastes of its preteen audience.
On top of all this, the E10 is also an excellent scooter for your child to learn to ride. Three riding modes help limit their top speed, while a safety-oriented design provides valuable peace of mind for parents.
Ride Quality
Is the Segway Ninebot ZING E10 Comfortable to Ride?
The ZING E10 offers one of the most comfortable rides for kids.
With a front shock absorber and springy, high elastic rubber tires, your child can expect a smooth scooting experience.
Unlike its younger sibling, the ZING E8, which features solid rubber tires, the E10 is equipped with tubeless pneumatics instead. The benefit of this is increased dampening. For example, I’m sure you can imagine how uncomfortable riding a bike with solid rubber tires would be. Now, imagine the difference if the tires were plush and air-filled.
Whilst rider comfort most relates to how the scooter performs while being ridden over varying terrain, it’s important to take note of the safety features, too. The E10’s three brakes are the perfect tonic for first-time rider nerves, while the deck’s low-lying design and anti-slip surface ensure a balanced ride.
Design
Handlebars
Segway bills the ZING E10’s handlebars as sporting a “dynamic shape”. It sounds good… but to be honest, there’s nothing particularly special about the handlebars.
That’s not to say they don’t do a great job, though. Clad in the same TPB (thermoplastic rubber) that the wheels are made of – and with a clever anti-skid design – the handgrips offer your young rider plenty of control.
Style, too – the E10’s handlebars and grips are decked out in the same matt-grey finish as the rest of the scooter, lending the ride a consistent aesthetic quality that your preteen is sure to love.
Frame
As we’ll soon see, the ZING E10 is one of the lightest scooters for kids – and this is in no small part down to what it’s made of.
With a sturdy, aviation-grade aluminum alloy frame, the ZING E10 strikes a deft balance between portability and durability. The design of the handlebar stem is stripped-back. At just 1.3 inches wide, the E10 manages to avoid the bulky trappings of many similar scooters, making it incredibly easy for small hands to lift and carry.
Oh, and it’s just cool to look at, too.
Doing away with the more juvenile pink and aqua color palette of its predecessor, the ZING E10 comes in with a slick, matt-grey paint job. Cooler still is the eye-popping electric blue accents lining the fringes of the E10’s deck and wheels.
The ZING E10 is a scooter that’s sure to appeal to kids around the 9 to 10 mark. If your young rider has moved on from bright, babyish colors, and wants something with a more mature, understated look, this is the scooter for them.
Deck
The E10’s deck is coated with a silicone, anti-skid surface, which is an upgrade from the basic grip tape used on the ZING E8. Designed to keep your child safe and comfortable, it’s also easy to wipe down and keep clean on an ongoing basis.
As for the deck itself, the E10 successfully emulates the low-lying style of the E8’s deck. This provides a low center of gravity that’ll work wonders for your young rider’s sense of balance and confidence.
Wheels
‘If it’s not broken, don’t fix it’. A timeless saying and one I think may have come into Segway’s thinking when designing the ZING E10’s wheels.
For the E10, Segway stuck with the same high elastic rubber tire material that was so effective on the E8 model for younger kids. But, with one defining feature.
These tires aren’t solid like their predecessors, but instead, have a tubeless design that’s both resistant to wear and leverages increased dampening and shock absorption qualities.
Pairing the 7-inch tubeless tires with the springy, rubberized material and the front shock absorption system, the E10 can mitigate the impact of rougher terrain beyond your average road. Your child will be able to enjoy riding across the local park whilst the robust shock absorption system will help give them greater control over the scooter.
Build Quality Durability
Segway is known for quality, and the E10 is no different.
Made from an aviation-grade aluminum alloy and boasting an IPX4 water-resistant rating, the E10 is a tough cookie. It’s lightweight and portable, yet never makes the mistake of sacrificing durability to achieve this.
My only gripe with the E10’s build isn’t a structural one, but rather what appears to be an oversight when it comes to visibility. Sure, you’ve got under-deck lighting, but this is more for style than safety. Plus, the reflectors feel more like a token addition than a key feature.
Disappointingly, the E10 has no front or rear LED lights. So, if you plan on letting your child roam the neighborhood on two wheels at night, investing in additional lights is a must.
Weight Load
If Segway has got anything down to an art, it’s making light scooters.
The ZING E10 does nothing to buck the trend. Weighing in an airy 18.7 lbs, it’s one of the lightest scooters you can buy. Your child should have no trouble carrying it when folded – more on this below.
The E10’s maximum load of 132 lbs makes it suitable for kids of most ages and sizes. But, with inevitable growth spurts, your child may outgrow the E10 pretty quickly. If this is a concern of yours, I’d highly suggest taking a look at the Hiboy S2 Lite, which can support up to 180 lbs. You can find more information about this scooter in the alternatives section.
Folding Portability
One of the things I love most about Segway-Ninebot’s line of scooters for kids is how easily they are to pack up and store away.
Being able to fold your kid’s new scooter may sound like a feature you would assume comes as standard. However, there are a handful of scooters out there that don’t fold, like the GoTrax GKS.
Like the ZING E8, the E10 boasts a hands-free folding mechanism. When your child is finished riding, they simply have to place their foot on the scooter’s front folding pedal, push down, and collapse the stem down to the deck.
Assembly
The ZING E10 comes (almost) ready to ride straight out of the box.
You’ll need to assemble it yourself, but don’t freak out. The process takes less than five minutes and is very basic. All that is required is to attach the handlebar stem to the deck.
To start, you need to loosen the bolts on the collar clamp (attached to the front of the deck) before sliding the stem into it up to the marked length. Then, simply retighten the bolts. Simple.
Your E10 even comes with an Allen wrench included, so you can get your kid’s scooter assembled without delay.
Once you’re done, I’d recommend giving it a quick test, to ensure the throttle, brakes, and lights are all working as they should be before you hand it over. Maybe skip the test ride, though – there’s a good chance you’ll be too heavy for it.
Performance Safety
Speed Acceleration
One of the ways in which the E10 builds on the specs of the ZING E8 is by giving the top speed a little boost.
Your little speedsters will be able to enjoy a velocity of up to 10 mph, a 1.4 mph upgrade from the E8’s maximum. While this perhaps isn’t a massive increase on paper, the max speed is just about fast enough to instill confidence in your child’s riding abilities without them feeling overwhelmed.
Of course, you may not want your child to immediately start zooming down the neighborhood’s busiest avenues as quickly as 10 mph, and if that is the case then you can rest easy knowing that you can change the riding mode to ‘Safe’. This limits the scooter’s top speed to a more manageable 6.2 mph.
Range
As it happens, 6.2 miles is also the maximum amount of mileage your young rider will get out of the E10. If that doesn’t sound far, well… that’s because it’s not.
This relatively paltry range means your child’s actual motor time is unlikely to ever exceed one hour per ride – and in practice, it’s probably more like 40 to 45 minutes.
There’s no sugarcoating it. Range is one of the E10’s biggest weaknesses. Compare it to the Hiboy S2 Lite’s 10.6 miles of endurance, for instance, and the ZING E10’s flaws are easy to see.
Of course, there are a couple of mitigating factors. Even if the battery dies halfway through a journey, it still functions perfectly as a normal kick scooter. Plus, while it is not the quickest, the ZING E10’s four-hour charge time is still quick enough to juice up the battery so your little explorer won’t be waiting too long before their next ride.
Hill Climbing
The 150W motor – though a shiny new upgrade from the E8’s 130W setup – isn’t any better at climbing hills.
The E10 has the torque to just about get it up hills with a maximum incline of 7% (4-degrees). On the face of it, it’s another one of the E10’s major disadvantages.
And the situation looks especially bad when you compare the E10’s capabilities to the 15% inclines (8-degrees) that the Hiboy S2 Lite can tackle.
All things considered, though, I think we can give the E10 a pass here. It’s made for preteens and beginners and designed for more sedate urban rides. It’s a kid’s scooter, after all. So, unless you live in San Francisco, the E10’s lackluster hill-climbing capacity is unlikely to be a huge dealbreaker.
Shock Absorption / Suspension
The E10 comes equipped with a 40mm shock absorber over the front wheel. While this isn’t completely bump-proof, it will help insulate your child from vibrations thrown at them from your average, well-maintained asphalt sidewalk and neighborhood roads.
As well as cushioning your child’s knees and ankles, the E10’s shock absorber also makes riding across grass or dirt surfaces a cinch. This comes especially in handy for riding in communal places such as parks.
Braking
As you may have already realized by now, the Segway Ninebot ZING E10 replicates a lot of the specs that make the E8 such a high-quality ride. The one that parents will be the most grateful for, however, is the braking system.
Made up of both an electronic and rear brake, the E10’s system provides a safe system that can bring the scooter to a smooth standstill.
The electronic brake, which is located at the front left side of the handlebars, looks (and works) like what you’d see on any kid’s bicycle. The rear brake, unsurprisingly, is foot-operated.
While the E10’s brakes work best when used together, each can be used independently to bring the scooter to a secure, complete stop. Considering that younger, less experienced riders might lack confidence when it comes to operating the rear brake, that extra front brake becomes a particularly handy feature.
Charge Time
It can reach a full charge in around 4 hours.
As I touched on earlier, this means your child can expect around 45 minutes of use – though this will, of course, depend on how much they’re pushing the scooter, and which ride mode they’re engaging most.
Features
Cruise Control
Segway knows when it’s got a good thing going, and the ZING E10’s riding modes (just like the E8’s) – ‘Safe’, ‘Cruise’, and ‘Throttle’ – are the proof. Better still, all three do pretty much what they say on the tin.
‘Safe’ caps the E10’s speed at a modest 6.2 mph, so it’s ideal for parents not quite ready to let their kids off the leash.
‘Cruise’ mode doesn’t limit the speed. Rather, it’ll allow your child to reach 10 mph, but with a catch – they’ll have to do it by kicking. Once they’ve got the scooter in motion, it’ll continue to ‘cruise’ along at a steady pace, but without the need for the thumb throttle.
Finally, there’s ‘Turbo’ mode. While the name sounds unrestrained, the setting itself is as straightforward as they come. It’ll cap the speed to 10 mph. Your child will be able to control the full range of speed on offer via the ergonomic thumb throttle.
I should probably mention one frustrating aspect of these riding modes.
Rather than toggle through them via an LED dashboard (as is the case with Segway’s adult scooters), or a button on the handlebars, you’re only able to change or select each mode via a small panel of buttons located towards the rear of the deck.
This means that unless your child has octopus arms they’ll have to bring the scooter to a stop to switch between riding modes. Not a deal-breaker, but certainly not convenient.
Ambient Deck Lights
If there’s anything cooler than an under-deck LED light strip, it’s a customizable under-deck LED light strip.
And, let’s face it – no matter how old, no child is immune to the charms of being able to choose their scooter’s lighting color scheme before hitting the road.
The classy under-deck lighting, which helps lend the E10 an almost intergalactic look and feel, is customizable based on the riding mode. Safe mode = red lights. Cruise mode = blue lights. Turbo mode = multicolored display.
It’s a super engaging way of letting your young rider add their stamp to the scooter, while extra lighting effects – such as ‘multicolored display’ – dial the fun factor up yet another notch.
Water Resistance Rating
The Segway Ninebot ZING E10 is rated IPX4, making it splash-proof.
While your young one will have no trouble riding this scooter around in the rain, I wouldn’t recommend sustained exposure to the wind and rain. Avoid puddles, too.
Battery Management System
The ZING E10 wouldn’t be a Segway scooter if it wasn’t equipped with one of the brand’s many marks of quality – the Smart Battery Management System (SMBS). So what’s the big deal?
Well, the SMBS helps safeguard the E10’s Lithium-ion battery from wear and tear, as well as damage caused by overheating. It’s also part of the reason why Segway’s scooters for kids boast a quick recharge time of just 4 hours. importantly, though, the SMBS ensures hundreds of charging cycles without compromising max 6.2-mile capacity.
Segway Ninebot ZING E8 Electric Scooter Review
When buying an electric scooter for your kids, there are a few factors you want to consider. How fast does the scooter go? Is it well-built and safe for my child to ride? Is it portable enough that they can easily handle it on their own?
Well, today, we’re going to be answering those questions and a whole lot more as we explore the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 KickScooter. This entry-level model is designed specifically for children, making it a great option for first-time riders.
To ensure that you choose the best electric scooter for your child, let’s take a closer look at the Ninebot ZING E8 and see what it has to offer.
Speed and Acceleration
One of my favorite features of the Ninebot ZING E8 is its multiple riding modes. This one addition makes the scooter a solid option for beginner riders. On the standard Safe Mode, the ZING E8 eKickScooter is able to reach a top speed of 6.2 MPH. It’s certainly nothing too exciting, but it’s ideal for young children who have never used an electric scooter and need to safely learn the ropes.
Once they feel comfortable riding the electric scooter and are ready for more action, Turbo Mode kicks the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 into overdrive and increases its top speed to 8.7 MPH. This is activated by the throttle and delivers faster speeds as long as they like.
Similarly, there’s a Cruise Mode that also reaches 8.7 MPH. Your little one simply needs to kick to increase the scooter’s top speed. With a maximum climb angle of up to 7%, these modes can come in handy when your child needs some assistance with hilly areas.
I will say that I’m a bit disappointed in the Segway Ninebot ZING E8’s ability to climb hills. It struggles on steeper inclines, so you’re better off sticking with flat surfaces as much as possible. With that being said, going downhill is a different story.
The scooter can easily surpass its top speed when going downhill. But thankfully, it is equipped with some pretty stout brakes (more on that later).
All of this is handled by a 200W electric scooter motor. It’s a bit underpowered, sure, but I found it to be powerful enough for young/beginner riders. So, how does the Segway ZING E8 Kickscooter stack up with other children’s electric scooters? Let’s compare.
| Segway Ninebot ZING E8 | 8.7 MPH | 6.2 miles | 17.4 pounds |
| Segway Ninebot ZING E10 | 10 MPH | 6.2 miles | 18.5 pounds |
| Gotrax XR Ultra | 15.5 MPH | 16 miles | 26.4 pounds |
| Segway Ninebot MAX | 18.6 MPH | 40.4 miles | 42 pounds |
| Swagtron Swagger V1 | 15 MPH | 4. 15 miles | 17 pounds |
As you can see, there are definitely better (but more pricey) options available if your child is ready for more power. But if you want to ensure the safety of your beginner rider and follow a comfortable progression, the ZING E8 is likely going to be the best route to go.
Battery and Range
Powered by a 21.6V 2550 mAh (55.08Wh) li-ion battery with Smart Battery System Management, the Ninebot ZING E8 is capable of providing fun for your child for up to 40 minutes on a single charge. That equates to just a little over 6 miles of ride time.
As I mentioned a moment ago, inclines are troublesome for the ZING E8. If all you have are hilly areas to ride on, you can expect the battery to drain faster than usual. Again, stay off of hills and your child should be able to enjoy the scooter for a maximum of 40 minutes.
You’ll need to allow about 4 hours of recharge time to fully top off the battery. That’s quite the trade-off between charge time and ride time. The total recharge time is fast compared to other scooters but is slow considering the smaller battery size.
But as this scooter is geared toward novice riders, 40 minutes is likely to be plenty of time to enjoy the ZING E8 between rides.
Suspension and Ride Quality
Thanks to a 40mm front shock absorption system, the E8 is able to handle deviations in the road fairly well. This scooter is surprisingly comfortable in action and provides a smooth ride on surfaces that aren’t necessarily the most level.
The ZING E8 is also equipped with high-elastic rubber tires. This is a nice addition to see, as it means the tires are resistant to wear. As such, you don’t have to worry about inflating them with air.
I like the treads on these tires, too. They are quite grippy on a variety of surfaces, ensuring that your little one has an enjoyable experience. And as I will touch on in a moment, the new, redesigned tread goes a long way in preventing skidding when the brakes are applied.
Portability
At just 17.4 pounds, the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 is incredibly lightweight in design. Its construction is such that your little tyke shouldn’t have any trouble controlling and handling the e-scooter.
When combined with its folding feature, the E8 is a breeze to transport. If you’re going to the park, for example, the scooter fits easily into any trunk and doesn’t take up much room. This is certainly one of the most portable units I’ve seen. Of course, the smaller size helps quite a bit.
The lightweight construction also means that if you’re out of luck and the battery runs dry, you can easily kick it around like you would with a regular scooter. (Hence the eKickScooter name).
Build Quality and Safety
For a children’s electric scooter, the Ninebot ZING E8 is really sound. The solid construction gives you the peace of mind that your child will be safe during use. As long as your child doesn’t exceed the maximum weight limit (110 pounds), you shouldn’t have any issues.
My biggest concern is that this electric scooter doesn’t come with any LED lights. By my estimation, that’s a potential safety issue. As a scooter targeted toward children, you would expect the safety protocols to be off the charts. But alas, this is not the case.
As always, you want to exercise the best safety practices at all times. That means equipping your child with a helmet and any other necessary gear.
The good news is that the triple braking system is tight and responsive. And when you factor in the non-skid tires, you can rest easy knowing that your child will be able to safely stop when they need to.
Support and Warranty
The Ninebot ZING E8 comes with a warranty that varies depending on what needs servicing. The vehicle’s body, for example, is covered for a whole year. This includes the deck, front and rear assemblies, stem, handlebar, charge port, and bottom cover.
Other components, like the battery pack and charger, throttle, and brake are covered by a 180-day warranty. And lastly, any components that are subject to wear, like handlebar grips and ends, rear-wheel, decorative strips, stickers, and the like are covered for 90 days.
This is definitely better than a lot of other scooters out there. I’ve seen many that only provide a strict 90-day warranty, so it’s nice to know that you’re covered in the event that something malfunctions.
Who Should Buy the Segway Ninebot ZING E8?
Given its slow speeds (even on Turbo Mode) and limited weight restrictions, the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 is best suited for young children who are not yet familiar with electric scooters. I believe it is better to be used as a learning device or stepping stone before they move on to bigger and better models (or decide that e-scooting isn’t for them).
With that being said, I still rate the ZING E8 a 5.6 out of 10. It is highly affordable, and if you understand its limitations and why they are in place to begin with, you should be pleased with this unit. However, if you go in expecting a speed demon, you’re going to be sorely disappointed.
Ninebot’s E8 is intended ONLY for children between the ages of 6 and 12. As long as you know its target audience, this scooter will likely serve you well. If your youngster is slightly older (8-14 years) and needs something with a bit more power, I recommend checking out the ZING E10.
It’s the next logical progression and comes with many of the same features found in the E8. Both units are budget-friendly and make a great electric scooter for beginners.
Full Specifications
| Top speed | 8.7 mph |
| Motor power | 150W |
| Range | 6.2 miles |
| Product weight | 17.4 lbs |
| Weight limit | 100 lbs / 50 kgs |
| Rider’s height | 3’9”-4’9” |
| Battery | 21.6V 2550 mAh li-ion |
| Warranty | 180 days limited warranty |
Segway Ninebot ZING E8 Electric Scooter Review
When buying an electric scooter for your kids, there are a few factors you want to consider. How fast does the scooter go? Is it well-built and safe for my child to ride? Is it portable enough that they can easily handle it on their own?
Well, today, we’re going to be answering those questions and a whole lot more as we explore the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 KickScooter. This entry-level model is designed specifically for children, making it a great option for first-time riders.
To ensure that you choose the best electric scooter for your child, let’s take a closer look at the Ninebot ZING E8 and see what it has to offer.
Speed and Acceleration
One of my favorite features of the Ninebot ZING E8 is its multiple riding modes. This one addition makes the scooter a solid option for beginner riders. On the standard Safe Mode, the ZING E8 eKickScooter is able to reach a top speed of 6.2 MPH. It’s certainly nothing too exciting, but it’s ideal for young children who have never used an electric scooter and need to safely learn the ropes.
Once they feel comfortable riding the electric scooter and are ready for more action, Turbo Mode kicks the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 into overdrive and increases its top speed to 8.7 MPH. This is activated by the throttle and delivers faster speeds as long as they like.
Similarly, there’s a Cruise Mode that also reaches 8.7 MPH. Your little one simply needs to kick to increase the scooter’s top speed. With a maximum climb angle of up to 7%, these modes can come in handy when your child needs some assistance with hilly areas.
I will say that I’m a bit disappointed in the Segway Ninebot ZING E8’s ability to climb hills. It struggles on steeper inclines, so you’re better off sticking with flat surfaces as much as possible. With that being said, going downhill is a different story.
The scooter can easily surpass its top speed when going downhill. But thankfully, it is equipped with some pretty stout brakes (more on that later).
All of this is handled by a 200W electric scooter motor. It’s a bit underpowered, sure, but I found it to be powerful enough for young/beginner riders. So, how does the Segway ZING E8 Kickscooter stack up with other children’s electric scooters? Let’s compare.
| Segway Ninebot ZING E8 | 8.7 MPH | 6.2 miles | 17.4 pounds |
| Segway Ninebot ZING E10 | 10 MPH | 6.2 miles | 18.5 pounds |
| Gotrax XR Ultra | 15.5 MPH | 16 miles | 26.4 pounds |
| Segway Ninebot MAX | 18.6 MPH | 40.4 miles | 42 pounds |
| Swagtron Swagger V1 | 15 MPH | 4. 15 miles | 17 pounds |
As you can see, there are definitely better (but more pricey) options available if your child is ready for more power. But if you want to ensure the safety of your beginner rider and follow a comfortable progression, the ZING E8 is likely going to be the best route to go.
Battery and Range
Powered by a 21.6V 2550 mAh (55.08Wh) li-ion battery with Smart Battery System Management, the Ninebot ZING E8 is capable of providing fun for your child for up to 40 minutes on a single charge. That equates to just a little over 6 miles of ride time.
As I mentioned a moment ago, inclines are troublesome for the ZING E8. If all you have are hilly areas to ride on, you can expect the battery to drain faster than usual. Again, stay off of hills and your child should be able to enjoy the scooter for a maximum of 40 minutes.
You’ll need to allow about 4 hours of recharge time to fully top off the battery. That’s quite the trade-off between charge time and ride time. The total recharge time is fast compared to other scooters but is slow considering the smaller battery size.
But as this scooter is geared toward novice riders, 40 minutes is likely to be plenty of time to enjoy the ZING E8 between rides.
Suspension and Ride Quality
Thanks to a 40mm front shock absorption system, the E8 is able to handle deviations in the road fairly well. This scooter is surprisingly comfortable in action and provides a smooth ride on surfaces that aren’t necessarily the most level.
The ZING E8 is also equipped with high-elastic rubber tires. This is a nice addition to see, as it means the tires are resistant to wear. As such, you don’t have to worry about inflating them with air.
I like the treads on these tires, too. They are quite grippy on a variety of surfaces, ensuring that your little one has an enjoyable experience. And as I will touch on in a moment, the new, redesigned tread goes a long way in preventing skidding when the brakes are applied.
Portability
At just 17.4 pounds, the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 is incredibly lightweight in design. Its construction is such that your little tyke shouldn’t have any trouble controlling and handling the e-scooter.
When combined with its folding feature, the E8 is a breeze to transport. If you’re going to the park, for example, the scooter fits easily into any trunk and doesn’t take up much room. This is certainly one of the most portable units I’ve seen. Of course, the smaller size helps quite a bit.
The lightweight construction also means that if you’re out of luck and the battery runs dry, you can easily kick it around like you would with a regular scooter. (Hence the eKickScooter name).
Build Quality and Safety
For a children’s electric scooter, the Ninebot ZING E8 is really sound. The solid construction gives you the peace of mind that your child will be safe during use. As long as your child doesn’t exceed the maximum weight limit (110 pounds), you shouldn’t have any issues.
My biggest concern is that this electric scooter doesn’t come with any LED lights. By my estimation, that’s a potential safety issue. As a scooter targeted toward children, you would expect the safety protocols to be off the charts. But alas, this is not the case.
As always, you want to exercise the best safety practices at all times. That means equipping your child with a helmet and any other necessary gear.
The good news is that the triple braking system is tight and responsive. And when you factor in the non-skid tires, you can rest easy knowing that your child will be able to safely stop when they need to.
Support and Warranty
The Ninebot ZING E8 comes with a warranty that varies depending on what needs servicing. The vehicle’s body, for example, is covered for a whole year. This includes the deck, front and rear assemblies, stem, handlebar, charge port, and bottom cover.
Other components, like the battery pack and charger, throttle, and brake are covered by a 180-day warranty. And lastly, any components that are subject to wear, like handlebar grips and ends, rear-wheel, decorative strips, stickers, and the like are covered for 90 days.
This is definitely better than a lot of other scooters out there. I’ve seen many that only provide a strict 90-day warranty, so it’s nice to know that you’re covered in the event that something malfunctions.
Who Should Buy the Segway Ninebot ZING E8?
Given its slow speeds (even on Turbo Mode) and limited weight restrictions, the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 is best suited for young children who are not yet familiar with electric scooters. I believe it is better to be used as a learning device or stepping stone before they move on to bigger and better models (or decide that e-scooting isn’t for them).
With that being said, I still rate the ZING E8 a 5.6 out of 10. It is highly affordable, and if you understand its limitations and why they are in place to begin with, you should be pleased with this unit. However, if you go in expecting a speed demon, you’re going to be sorely disappointed.
Ninebot’s E8 is intended ONLY for children between the ages of 6 and 12. As long as you know its target audience, this scooter will likely serve you well. If your youngster is slightly older (8-14 years) and needs something with a bit more power, I recommend checking out the ZING E10.
It’s the next logical progression and comes with many of the same features found in the E8. Both units are budget-friendly and make a great electric scooter for beginners.
Full Specifications
| Top speed | 8.7 mph |
| Motor power | 150W |
| Range | 6.2 miles |
| Product weight | 17.4 lbs |
| Weight limit | 100 lbs / 50 kgs |
| Rider’s height | 3’9”-4’9” |
| Battery | 21.6V 2550 mAh li-ion |
| Warranty | 180 days limited warranty |
Segway Ninebot ZING E8 Review
If there is such a thing as the perfect Christmas or birthday present, the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 is probably it. Aimed at children aged anywhere between 6 and 12, the ZING E8’s cool colors, cruise control, and comfortable handling are sure to mesmerize your young one and lead to hours of fun. It’s not the cheapest kid’s scooter on the market, but you certainly get what you pay for – particularly when it comes to safety. With multiple braking options, reflective strips for visibility, and riding modes that limit your young explorer’s top speed, there are few safer scooters out there. Shock absorbers add comfort while a low deck affords control. Better still, the ZING E8’s lightweight aluminum frame is both portable and durable.
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Who is it Best For?
Will the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 Be a Good Fit For You?
The Segway Ninebot ZING E8 is pitched at riders between the ages of 6 and 12.
However, its top speed and features mean that it’s kids between the ages of 9 and 10 that will get the most out of it.
If your child is in the 10 to 12 age range, you’ll probably want to look at the Segway ZING E10 or Hiboy S2 Lite. It’s hard to put an exact number on it, though. You’ll always want to assess your child’s size, scooting ability, and readiness for the road before picking a particular model.
With the E8, though, you’ll be getting a scooter that’s ideal for younger kids. Its safety specs, shock absorption, and handling are all geared towards putting even the most inexperienced and apprehensive of riders at ease – not to mention their parents.
Ride Quality
Is the Segway Ninebot ZING E8 Comfortable to Ride?
When it comes to buying your child’s first scooter, you should expect nothing less than a safe, comfortable ride. The Segway Ninebot ZING E8 delivers on both fronts.
Whilst I’d always recommend that your child sticks to smooth, well-paved routes, the scooter’s front shock absorption helps to cushion some of the impacts from terrain underfoot and as a result, it can handle light off-roading across local parks and grassy areas. The wear-resistant rubber tires will lighten the load on maintenance, too.
The low-lying foot deck will also add an extra layer of comfort, giving the scooter a low center of gravity making it easier for your child to steer and control the scooter.
Design
Handlebars
Riding for the first time? Rest easy – the ZING E8’s curved, comfortable handlebars are the perfect tonic to any nervousness your child may feel on their inaugural ride.
The E8’s handlebar grips are made of a colorful rubber material that not only looks great but is grippy too. These not only give the rider more control over the scooter and ensure a firm grip, but are super easy to clean, too – a less exciting feature, but one that parents will be grateful for.
Unlike most adult scooters, there is no LED display, which, in all honesty, is a positive thing. Your child won’t be distracted by it while riding.
Frame
When a scooter is made of the same stuff that NASA has launched into space, you know it’s built to last.
Enter the Segway Ninebot ZING E8’s frame, made of aerospace-grade aluminum alloy.
Before you ask, there are plenty of benefits of this (beyond sounding cool, of course). Lightness, durability, portability – take your pick. This scooter has all three.
Oh, and we can’t talk about the frame without shouting out the ZING E8’s color scheme. Available in both pastel blue and pale pink, the E8’s palette manages to achieve the impossible – appealing to the tastes of young children, while not straying too far into gimmick territory.
Deck
The ZING E8’s deck sits just 3.9-inches off the ground.
Now, normally I wouldn’t be quick to wholeheartedly recommend scooters with low decks. If you’re going quickly, or over less well-maintained terrain, low decks can be bad news, and lead to damages to the scooter’s underside.
However, with the ZING E8 – and kids scooters at large – this isn’t such a problem. The E8’s top speed of 8.6 mph isn’t exactly adrenaline rush territory, after all.
In fact, the deck’s low center of gravity works in favor of the ride comfort and quality, giving your child improved control when it comes to steering and general handling.
Better still, the deck is coated with a layer of anti-slip material. Your child will be sticking to that thing like glue.
Wheels
The ZING E8’s high elastic solid rubber tires – aside from being quite a mouthful – are surprisingly feature-rich, too.
Resilient to both wear and tear and punctures, these tires will give you back the time and energy you might otherwise have spent replacing or repairing them. Plus, they have anti-skid treads that will keep your child safe while the 40mm front shock absorber relieved some of the burden from your kid’s knees and ankles.
Build Quality Durability
From puncture-proof, wear-resistant tires to aerospace-grade aluminum, it’s clear that Segway has left no stone unturned to ensure that the ZING E8 meets the rigorous quality standards the brand is synonymous with.
Make no mistake this is no cheap, crappy knockoff. Nor is it a scooter where bright colors and flashy superficial touches mask a black hole where the features should be (Air T15, I’m looking at you). When it comes to design and materials the ZING E8 has quality in spades.
Weight Load
At just 17.6 lbs, the ZING E8 is as light as a feather.
It’s the lightest kids scooter I’ve reviewed, which helps it beat similar models such as the GoTrax GKS (17.8 lbs) and Segway ZING E10 (18.7 lbs) for portability.
importantly, the E8’s weight means your little one should have no issues controlling this scooter when it’s in motion, or transporting it from place to place when it’s not.
Load-wise, the ZING E8 supports a maximum rider weight of 110 lbs. Considering the scooter’s pitched at riders aged between 6 and 12 years of age, this is a little on the light side.
If your child is growing up fast, though, you may want to consider the aforementioned GoTrax GKS, which supports up to 154 lbs, or the ZING E10 – which, being targeted at kids of up to 14 years old, has a maximum load of 132 lbs.
Folding Portability
Of course, it’s kids who will get the most out of the ZING E8, but that doesn’t mean that parents won’t find plenty to love. Namely, that’s how easy the E8 is to fold and stow away – whether that’s in the trunk of the car for a long journey, or just out of sight at the back of the utility closet.
The scooter’s one-step folding mechanism means you just have to apply a little force to the hands-free folding pedal, and the E8 will collapse down into a portable, compact, package. It’s so simple that a child could do it – literally.
Assembly
Assembly of the ZING E8 is DIY but of the super simple variety.
You’ll first need to loosen the bolts on the collar clamp with the Allen wrench provided, and then slide the stem into the clamp. Finally, it’s just a matter of using the Allen wrench to retighten the bolts of the collar clamp.
Congratulations – you’re done! Although it’s probably worth checking the brakes and handling are all in order before handing it over to your kid.
Performance Safety
Speed Acceleration
The Ninebot ZING E8’s 130W motor will get your kid up to a respectable top speed of 8.6 mph. While this isn’t enough to beat Segway’s scooters for older kids in a foot race – and is nowhere near as fast as the Hiboy S2 Lite – it does trump the GoTrax GKS’ 7.5 mph top speed.
You’ll also be glad to know that there are plenty of ways to control the ZING E8’s speed. Of its three riding modes, one caps the top speed at 6.2 mph, while another disengages the throttle – meaning your kid only goes as fast as they can propel themselves by kicking (but no higher than 8.6 mph). You can toggle the ZING E8’s riding modes with a click, via a small panel of buttons located near the rear fender.
All you need to take away here is that the Ninebot ZING E8 is fast enough to give your youngster a pleasant thrill, but not fast enough to make the hairs on the back of your neck stand up in fright.
Range
Like its older brother, the ZING E10, the E8 has a quoted range of 6.2 miles. While this mileage is no match for some competitors (like the Hiboy S2 Lite, for instance, which claims an endurance of up to 10.6 miles) it’s still pretty good for a kid’s scooter.
I should emphasize, though, that the 6.2-mile range is the very furthest the ZING E8 will go on a single charge. The speed and level of acceleration while riding will affect this, so it’s important to keep this in mind when embarking on long journeys.
Still, there’s nothing major to worry about, the ZING E8 functions perfectly well as a regular scooter, even after the battery has died.
Hill Climbing
The Ninebot ZING E8 can tackle hills with an incline of up to a maximum of 7% (4-degrees). Okay, so your kid isn’t going to be climbing Everest with this one, but they’ll be able to take on the neighborhood’s more relaxed slopes.
If a scooter with hill-climbing excellence is near the summit of your kid’s wishlist, the Hiboy S2 Lite – which we’ll look at below – is your best bet. It’s more powerful motor allows it to handle inclines of up to an impressive 15% (8-degrees) – although, to be fair, it is aimed at an older demographic than the ZING E8, and is best suited to pre-teens and young teenagers.
Shock Absorption / Suspension
Between a 40mm front shock absorber and high elastic solid rubber tires – which are wear-resistant and puncture-proof – the ZING E8 offers your child not only a smooth ride but a reliable one too.
As previously mentioned, the scooter performs best on flat urban terrain but can handle light off-roading too.
Braking
The ZING E8 is equipped with not one, not two, but three brakes.
The scooter’s handbrake operates the electric brake, while more braking pressure can be applied by stepping on the rear foot-operated fender brake. On top of this, the ZING E8 sports a regenerative braking system, which helps provide a quick, secure stop.
Each brake can be used solo, or in combination with one other; giving your little one plenty of ways to come to a halt safely.
It’s also important to note here that the handbrake shouldn’t be overlooked. From having tested many electric scooters, hand-operated brakes are my preferred option since they are second-nature to most riders that have upgraded to a scooter from a bike – especially when compared to electronic thumb paddle brakes (which can take a while to get used to).
Charge Time
The Segway Ninebot ZING E8 charges within 4 hours. As we’ve seen, a fully-charged ZING E8 will score you a maximum range of up to 6.2 miles – or, in practice, around 40 minutes of ride time.
The amount of charge time needed is pretty standard for kids’ electric scooters so there’s nothing to write home about here.
The scooter’s handy battery indicator lights will let you know when it’s time to recharge.
Features
Cruise Control
While moderate, the ZING E8’s top speed of 8.6 mph might still have you alarmed – particularly if this is your kid’s first experience with an electric scooter.
Feel free to breathe a sigh of relief, though. With three riding modes – ‘Safe’, ‘Cruise’, and ‘Turbo’ – there’s an option for everyone.
The ‘Safe’ mode’s maximum pace of 6.2 mph is ideal for getting learner riders up to speed with their new scooter.
‘Cruise’, meanwhile, is slightly different in its approach. It’ll allow your child to reach the ZING E8’s top speed but won’t require any mastery of the scooter’s thumb throttle. Rather, your child will simply have to kick to start, with that initial pace allowing them to move into a gentle glide. The more power in the kick, the faster the scooter will go – and the more confident your young rider will become.
Next up, ‘Turbo’ mode. As the name suggests, this mode engages the full power of the motor allowing your child to reach 8.6 mph for as long as they’re comfortable with – or as long as the battery lasts.
As previously mentioned, you can toggle the ZING E8’s riding modes with a click, via a small panel of buttons located near the rear fender.
Water Resistance Rating
Like most electric scooters, the ZING E8 is IPX4 water-resistant. or less the industry standard, an IPX4 rating means the E8 is entirely splash-proof. So the scooter – as well as your kid – should be able to weather the storm of a rainy day’s riding.
That said, the ZING E8 isn’t fully waterproof, and Segway’s website is quick to point out that the scooter isn’t made for riding through puddles.
Battery Management System
As a product of years of testing and tweaking in Segway’s labs, the Smart Battery Management System helps prevent the battery from overheating and guards it against any electrical faults.
Basically, it keeps the battery in good condition. So, even if your young daredevil pushes the scooter to its limits, you can be confident the battery will hold up its end of the bargain to keep the wheels rolling charge after charge.