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NIU KQi3 Sport

Electric Scooter
NIU KQi3 Sport
NIU KQi3 Sport
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RankOlder modelBest Electric Scooters
Ranking Net Score+13+13 from reviews0 from votes
Sources1913 positive · 12 negative
Priced at$599.00

Released Nov 2022

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Older model in Best Electric Scooters
Priced at$599.00

Released Nov 2022

Shop on AmazonShop on Google
+13Ranking net score+13 from reviews and discussions0 from votes on BettaScore19 sources

The NIU KQi3 Sport is an electric kick scooter for adults, featuring a 300W motor, 365Wh battery, 17.4 mph top speed, and 24.9-mile range, ideal for daily commuting.

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Total +13 pts

Net positive 2

Net zero 1

Net negative 2

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Redditdiscussion

Yesterday I Bought A Niu Kqi3 Sport Today I With

  • Battery & Range+1 pts

    Seems about right — it depends on many factors, but tire pressure should be set to the higher end of the limit, and speed also affects how fast the battery drains. If you limit your speed lower, you can get more range, especially in cold weather. Currently I get about 3 miles on average per 20% bar at full power (18-19.5mph). If I limit the custom speed to 16-17mph, I can get about 3.5-3.7 miles on average per 20% bar. And on cold days, I set it to 15mph and I'd get about 3 miles per 20% bar.

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Seems about right — it depends on many factors, but tire pressure should be set to the higher end of the limit, and speed also affects how fast the battery drains. If you limit your speed lower, you can get more range, especially in cold weather. Currently I get about 3 miles on average per 20% bar at full power (18-19.5mph). If I limit the custom speed to 16-17mph, I can get about 3.5-3.7 miles on average per 20% bar. And on cold days, I set it to 15mph and I'd get about 3 miles per 20% bar.
Redditdiscussion

Yesterday I Bought A Niu Kqi3 Sport Today I With

  • Battery & Range-1 pts

    The Sport also doesn't have the best range to begin with.

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The Sport also doesn't have the best range to begin with.
Redditdiscussion

Yesterday I Bought A Niu Kqi3 Sport Today I With

  • Battery & Range-1 pts

    there are other factors like your weight on the scooter that could lower the range

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there are other factors like your weight on the scooter that could lower the range
Redditdiscussion

A Long Term Review Of The Niu Kqi3 Sport After 2

  • Battery & Range-1 pts

    Measured range (ave): 12km using 93% battery.

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Measured range (ave): 12km using 93% battery.
Redditdiscussion

A Long Term Review Of The Niu Kqi3 Sport After 2

  • Battery & Range-1 pts

    Range out-of-the-box: only 12–15 km in ECO mode vs. the advertised 35 km.

  • Build & Reliability-1 pts

    My KQi3 Sport may have shipped with a factory defect

  • Maintenance, Support & Value-1 pts

    No technical report was ever provided.

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Range out-of-the-box: only 12–15 km in ECO mode vs. the advertised 35 km. My KQi3 Sport may have shipped with a factory defect No technical report was ever provided.
Redditdiscussion

Yesterday I Bought A Niu Kqi3 Sport Today I With

  • Battery & Range-1 pts

    That means the full battery would only last about 18.92 km.

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That means the full battery would only last about 18.92 km.
Redditdiscussion

For Anyone Who Saw My Previous Post Niu Said I

  • Brakes & Lights+1 pts

    At least the headlight seems really good on these.

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At least the headlight seems really good on these.
Redditdiscussion

Finally My Scooter Arrived And I'm Part Of The

  • Brakes & Lights+1 pts

    the Sport has better brakes.

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the Sport has better brakes.
Redditdiscussion

Niu Kqi3 Sport Vs Niu Kqi2 Pro

  • Build & Reliability+1 pts

    the KQi3 Sport appears to have a better frame.

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the KQi3 Sport appears to have a better frame.
Redditdiscussion

Niu Kqi3 Sport Rear Wheel Noise

  • Maintenance, Support & Value+1 pts

    Hi there. Thanks for your feedback. We have sent you the steps for sending the device for repair, please check your message. Generally, we arrange the after-sales service center based on proximity. As for the cost of the repair service, our after-sale team will review the details you provided after you submit the online form. If the scooter issue is covered by our warranty, you will receive an email with a prepaid shipping label within three business days. For more information, please refer to https://shop.niu.com/pages/warranty. Regarding expenses and the cost of after-sales service, our service center will inspect the product to determine whether the issue was caused by improper use or external physical damage. Based on this assessment, they will identify which parts need to be repaired or replaced. If the issue is not covered by our warranty, we will email you a final quotation that includes the cost of spare parts, repair labor, and any applicable local taxes.

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Hi there. Thanks for your feedback. We have sent you the steps for sending the device for repair, please check your message. Generally, we arrange the after-sales service center based on proximity. As for the cost of the repair service, our after-sale team will review the details you provided after you submit the online form. If the scooter issue is covered by our warranty, you will receive an email with a prepaid shipping label within three business days. For more information, please refer to https://shop.niu.com/pages/warranty. Regarding expenses and the cost of after-sales service, our service center will inspect the product to determine whether the issue was caused by improper use or external physical damage. Based on this assessment, they will identify which parts need to be repaired or replaced. If the issue is not covered by our warranty, we will email you a final quotation that includes the cost of spare parts, repair labor, and any applicable local taxes.
Redditdiscussion

Yesterday I Bought A Niu Kqi3 Sport Today I With

  • Battery & Range-1 pts

    Under-inflated tires are terrible for range.

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Under-inflated tires are terrible for range.
Redditdiscussion

Yesterday I Bought A Niu Kqi3 Sport Today I With

  • Battery & Range-1 pts

    Typically the real-world range of any scooter is about 50-60% of the advertised range.

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Typically the real-world range of any scooter is about 50-60% of the advertised range.
Redditdiscussion

For Anyone Who Saw My Previous Post Niu Said I

  • Brakes & Lights+1 pts

    Seems to have a decent beam pattern with a real cutoff and decent brightness.

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Seems to have a decent beam pattern with a real cutoff and decent brightness.
Redditdiscussion

Niu Kqi3 Sport Rear Wheel Noise

  • Brakes & Lights+1 pts

    The cheap cable brake actually works surprisingly well.

  • Build & Reliability-1 pts

    I think it's probably harmless, but it would suck if it broke in a year or so.

  • Maintenance, Support & Value-1 pts

    I contacted NIU by email and phone, and they are incredibly unhelpful

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The cheap cable brake actually works surprisingly well. I think it's probably harmless, but it would suck if it broke in a year or so. I contacted NIU by email and phone, and they are incredibly unhelpful
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  • Brakes & Lights+5 pts

    the braking mechanism actually works pretty good

the braking mechanism actually works pretty good
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  • Comfort, Fit & Noise+5 pts

    it is a little more comfortable especially on the longer Journeys

  • Brakes & Lights+5 pts

    this brake is going to be a little better than the kqi2 since that model is a drum brake

this brake is going to be a little better than the kqi2 since that model is a drum brake it is a little more comfortable especially on the longer Journeys
Redditdiscussion

A Long Term Review Of The Niu Kqi3 Sport After 2

  • Comfort, Fit & Noise+1 pts

    the wide deck especially makes it all worthwhile, because it's extremely comfortable on the feet.

  • Build & Reliability+1 pts

    I've had quite a few accidents with this scooter and it still works without any issues.

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the wide deck especially makes it all worthwhile, because it's extremely comfortable on the feet. I've had quite a few accidents with this scooter and it still works without any issues.
Redditdiscussion

A Long Term Review Of The Niu Kqi3 Sport After 2

  • Build & Reliability+1 pts

    The build quality is great

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The build quality is great
Redditdiscussion

Niu Kqi3 Sport Rear Wheel Noise

  • Build & Reliability-1 pts

    this may usually be due to slight friction or looseness of some parts inside the rear motor.

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this may usually be due to slight friction or looseness of some parts inside the rear motor.

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