The newly unveiled Yadea KS3 Lite electric scooter has simply been launched because the model’s newest low-cost, light-weight electric scooter designed for urban commuters.
Yadea is the biggest electric scooter producer on this planet. The Jiangsu, China-based firm produces all the pieces from smaller kick scooters to bigger seated scooters.
As the identify implies, the KS3 Lite falls on the light-weight finish of Yadea’s product lineup.
The scooter weighs in at simply 30.7 lb (13.9 kg) and has specs extra in line with most entry-level electric scooters like these from US-based opponents. However, Yadea is usually thought-about to be a better high quality model than most budget-level choices.
At simply $379, plus one other $76 coupon on Amazon presently bringing the price to only $303, the KS3 Lite is unquestionably within the funds class.
Even so, its specs are nonetheless respectable.
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The KS3 Lite touts a prime velocity of 15.6 mph (25 km/h) and might apparently climb a 14% grade because of its 500W motor.
The scooter can be rated for a most weight of 220 lb (100 kg), so this isn’t just a few child’s electric scooter.
The vary is considerably restricted because of a somewhat small 36V and 5.2Ah battery with simply 187 Wh of capability. That’s solely sufficient for 12 miles (20 km) of vary, although one of these scooter is mostly used for short-distance using in urban settings.
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The scooter consists of LED lighting, a entrance drum brake, rear regenerative braking, and connectivity with Yadea’s smartphone app.
I had the prospect to check out that app once I reviewed Yadea’s bigger KS3 and KS5 Pro electric scooters.
Those scooters are a bit heftier, but additionally supply greater speeds and longer ranges, plus entrance wheel suspension. They’re additionally a little bit heavier on the pockets although, so the KS3 Lite is probably going the higher choice for anybody purchasing on a good funds.
Just for enjoyable although, you possibly can take a look at my video beneath testing the KS3 and KS5 Pro electric scooters.
Oh, and for the report: I do not know what’s going on in that lead picture. Anytime my toes go above my head whereas using a scooter, I’m having a nasty day.
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