At IFA 2023 in Berlin, NIU presented its KQi Air carbon fiber electric scooters X and KQi Air. Both new models will be available in pre-sale, in a limited edition (300 pieces), from 19 September in the NIU online shop at a price of 1,399 euros (instead of 1,799 euros) and 949 euros respectively. place of (1,399 euros). These new products will arrive from December 2023.
THE NEW MODELS 
The new NIU KQi Air X electric scooter features a full carbon fiber frame and weighs 11.7 kg. Instead, the NIU KQi Air model weighs 11.9 kg and is characterized by a frame in carbon fiber (70%) and magnesium (30%). The company points out that thanks to their lightness, these models are much lighter; easier to transport than other scooters.
Both feature wide handlebars, 9.5-inch tubeless tyres and a large, roomy deck. Up front we find a disc brake and there is even regenerative braking. Electric scooters can also count on a motor capable of delivering a peak power of 700 W (350 W continuous) which allows you to overcome slopes of up to 20%. The speed maximum is speed of 25 km/h and thanks to the 451.2 Wh battery with LG 21700 cells, the range is up to 50 km. It takes 5 hours to recharge the battery.
Standard equipment also includes front and rear lights and direction indicators. Users will have the ability to to lock and unlock KQi Air X and KQi Air via a customized NFC card or via Bluetooth once the user's phone is connected. within range.
Instead, through the NIU application it will be possible to access the network. It is possible to manage some settings of the scooters such as:
- Select the mode; kick-to-start or zero-start
- Limit the ability to kick-to-start or zero-start. battery charge to preserve its life
- Limit the speed of the battery. maximum for novice users and to conserve battery life
- Opt for weak, moderate or strong levels of regenerative braking
- Select the modes for regenerative braking; of acceleration
- Adjust the speed. initial according to user preferences
KQi Air X available in a basic carbon fiber design with a gold accent, while KQi Air will be available in a carbon fiber base design with a gold accent. Offered in a basic carbon fiber design with 2 insert options: Silver or Red.
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