I just saw this video yesterday. I would never have thought to change out the rubber deck to skateboard grip. Did it today and it's given personalization to an otherwise bland scooter. Boy it adds a whole new level of grip. Much more in-tune with the deck, carving is next level and there's now no slip when wet. Love your vids. Cheers RK9!
I bought some grip tape and end mounted mirrors for the handlebars on Amazon and then checked YT for more ideas. It seems I'm in the right frame of mind. Never considered solid or honey tires, but now it seems pretty genius.
Nice short video there and informative! .. you can also go tubeless tyres if you want to stay pneumatic.. just remember the slime and take a pump with you when out riding. Only other upgrade to note that alot of people overlook is the steering damper kit.. that dials in the handling massively giving total control at high speeds with no wheel wobble or train tracking so to speak! with a scooter like the mantis pro capable of 35-40mph.. dampers are pretty much a must :)
At 7:14 the scooter with the yellow grips has turn signals on the tips of the handle bars. I have a scooter like that. How do you install the grips over the turn signals? Is there a video on that?
The upgrades that I have done to my scoot, is to change the handle bar to the Vsett 10+ folding handlebar and the grips to the ones found on the Varla Eagle One and the Zero 10x. Since my scoot is mainly black I'm going for a stealth black bomber look. Great video 👌
Rugged folding clamp was really great improvement for my Zero10X. I just use ergonomic bicycle handlebar grips and they feel great. But the steering damper from aliexpress was a disappointment. Now I am waiting for a twist throttle for my Emove Cruiser.
So I'm about to buy an e scooter. For downtown riding o work and simply because I love any form of speed. I think a must have is foldable motorcycle mirrors mounted a little in front of the bar. As well as makimg some sort of turn signal.
Just got mine. So far i only really put on a phone holder and cause i dont have yet a powerbank holder i put on some velcro to place the powerbank on😂 works shockingly well
This might sound weird but the grips I have gone for is a hand wrap done the in the same way as a samurai swords grip style which is a hand wrap. And it looks great, works great and gives it a personal touch that haven’t seen anywhere else.
Thanks for the video grips are not cheap it all depends what would the person like to go with a good set of grips run more than 35 bucks and up. I mountain bike this experience applies to this video.
Hey i have a go Trax rivel are there any upgrades like suspension, or anything to make it a easier ride probably a stupid question but really want to get shocks and tires
For your handlebars, go to a machine shop and have them weld a chunk of 22.2mm stock in the middle of your handlebars of choice, so long as you don’t have to slide the bars into place.
I have the kukirin g3 pro and i want to change out the handle bars.but i dnt know the size of the handle bars.and also the grips size.i will be happy to to order the site
Bro awesome contain...big salute..thanks for the links..i have a hiboy titan pro and its hard to find rear light up fender to go with it..and I wanna change my deck like u did on both your scooters..u have any sites for that? i seen your video and it motivated me to custom my scooter I'm tired of this look from the factory..
Hi ive only just watched your vid , have considered Renthal bar 22.5 mtx / trials bike , ive been using them for about 20 yrs on mountain bikes , theyre light & wide & come various widths , some the brace bar across + theyre 780mm wide for better handling ? Stu G.
If I'm using a scooter with good suspension (10x like), will I notice that I'm running solid tires? Tempted to switch to solid on my Apollo Ghost when I run out of tubes so I never get flats again but don't want to make my ride less comfortable
My blade 10 Pro/Evo is my faster crusier, incidentally my current handlebar has a lot of rise and very little backsweep. It is what I love on the Varla Eagle One (handlebar grips too). I don't really care for folding the aspect, but it's okay I guess. I am happy about the fact that it sports a 31.8m handlebar, so customization is a much welcome addition. Good video, stay safe and ride on bro.
All motorcycle handlebars are 22mm, and u have a lots of hight double level 700mm wide if look for stability, i use a Honda XL200 model, it's perfect and gain space to accesories, dont need any adapter to install and forget the handlebars extensión, thats why kaabo mantis use 22mm, more options and most stronger than bike handlebars up 50km/h in casé of crash
￡41.06 | Mantis Modified Steering Adapter Set Stem Modification Base Upgraded Part Pole Hook for Kaabo Mantis 10inch Pro Electric Scooter a.aliexpress.com/_mN5QKw5
Hello, Do you know what company I can work and order from to Customize Electric Scooter Footboard - Hiboy S2 Pro Electric Scooter, 500W Motor, 10" Solid Tires, 25 Miles Range, 19 Mph Folding Commuter Electric Scooter for Adults with the Removable Seat
I haven't published a dedicated video about switching tires, but I feel almost no difference in performance or how it handles large bumps on the mantis after switching. I can feel more on smaller bumps and patches of bad road but I much rather have a slightly bumpier ride than deal with changing and paying for innertubes.
I find it absolutely amazing how you managed to take what amounts to about 2 paragraphs of text and stretch it out to nearly 12 minutes of video with so much goddamn bloat. Feeding the algorithm much?
Hey rk9 we need a page to share all our custamizations and exibit all our super scoots ! Just food for though. I heavily modified mine to have a rear luggage rack abd a few other things as well . No its not mounted to the swing arms
Good idea! Been thinking about adding a gallery to the website of viewer-submitted photos of their scooters. I'll keep you updated on when that happens!
U should do a review on the cyclone 100 kph scooter it's a hyper tho idk if ur into that. Sick vids anyways I've def found comfort getting into the scooter game w ur vids
You have tons of options for under 2k. The Varla Eagle One gives you a lot for the money. I know people really like Apollo Scooters and Dualtron scooters and they both have a few different scooter around or under 2k
@@RK9Rides Varla ads had been popping up left and right, kind of set my mine to Varla. LOL That was why I want to see if there are better options out there.
You have installed the inner part of the gasket-like parts on the front and back of the front wheel nut incorrectly. Attention to those who will take it as an example.
Enjoying your vids dude! Whats your opinion on steering dampeners for the Eagle one? I've been thinking about getting one, but the scooter hasn't been shipped yet.
I have never used steering dampers before but I don't feel like the Eagle One needs it. There is another comment on this video that said he got a steering damper and was disappointed. But again, never tried them so I don't have a solid opinion on them
@RK9 Rides I bought a pair of knuckeduster grips because the flared out style of grips were leaving my hands numb. Last night I rode on them for the first time, no hand numbness! I loved it so much I ordered another pair for my e-bike! :D
Great video. New subscriber and loyal follower. Thank you for pointing me in the right direction as a new rider. Also I really like the black and white grip tape for the Varla. Mine is on the way and would love to go with the same look. Do you mind sharing where you purchased your grip tape? Thx RK9!!
This is my first scooter and probably the best toy I've had in my 38 years of life ; ) ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxvyNuxpWiHTNypxG6nyqyf7ywc7Q16PDM The assembly was easy - Took me 10-12 mins to get it set up and enjoy a quick ride before putting it on the charger for the full charge.I love the push-off feature vs. some of the other scooters that start with direct acceleration. I believe this allows a bit more of a stable start with a jerk reaction. I also like the throttle/acceleration feature that its a slow increase in speed vs. what you would get in a motorcycle. I've taken advantage of the anti-theft system when taking the scooter out to the beach and city. I like the anti-theft system as well as the need to enter a code after you turn it on before you can operate. The powerful front lights are helpful for a night ride. You can see in the picture how powerful the light is as a reflection on the garage. I'm impressed with the lightweight and how easy it was for me to get it set up and going. I would highly recommend this for someone looking for a scooter.
22.2mm handlebar is actually (at least here in finland) a normal moped handlbar and u can find lots. Just a thought if someone havent found one out. Really nice videos, thank you
You know, I wonder why they call these things scooters? Because when i think of scooters, i think of rides like a Kymco Agility, Piaggio Zip, Gilera Runner etc
Hello, catching up and learning. As a retarded... I mean retired engineer, everything should be checked for tightness and adjusted to specification. However, if you do nothing... please balance tires. This improves riding and/or learning, improves safety and decreases cumulative mechanical wear/stress. Off to linearize my throttle... HF
I have an aovoPRO ES 80 scooter. I've added a nylon 6-pack cooler to the handlebars. I've also put my name on the front bar with mailbox letters. I'm planning on putting pinstripes on it from an automotive store. 🛴
Big news! The first ever line of RK9 Rides apparel and merch is out!
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I just saw this video yesterday. I would never have thought to change out the rubber deck to skateboard grip. Did it today and it's given personalization to an otherwise bland scooter. Boy it adds a whole new level of grip. Much more in-tune with the deck, carving is next level and there's now no slip when wet. Love your vids. Cheers RK9!
*Great **Latest.Bike** Scooter ! I have had it for almost 2 years now and it is still working great so far! Brake and acceleration are really smooth!*
Just properly inflate your tires before each ride, don’t hit huge bumps/jumps and you’ll never get a flat
As a new Eagle One owner this channel has been so useful! Thanks so much for these great videos
I bought some grip tape and end mounted mirrors for the handlebars on Amazon and then checked YT for more ideas. It seems I'm in the right frame of mind. Never considered solid or honey tires, but now it seems pretty genius.
Nice short video there and informative! .. you can also go tubeless tyres if you want to stay pneumatic.. just remember the slime and take a pump with you when out riding. Only other upgrade to note that alot of people overlook is the steering damper kit.. that dials in the handling massively giving total control at high speeds with no wheel wobble or train tracking so to speak! with a scooter like the mantis pro capable of 35-40mph.. dampers are pretty much a must :)
I'm adding a comment because I appreciate your videos and I know that helps with your UA-cam channel
At 7:14 the scooter with the yellow grips has turn signals on the tips of the handle bars. I have a scooter like that. How do you install the grips over the turn signals? Is there a video on that?
The upgrades that I have done to my scoot, is to change the handle bar to the Vsett 10+ folding handlebar and the grips to the ones found on the Varla Eagle One and the Zero 10x. Since my scoot is mainly black I'm going for a stealth black bomber look.
Great video 👌
Interesting choice. Ive seen lots of people swap their VSETT handlebars
Do you think the solid tire affects the Varla motors? Or range?
Rugged folding clamp was really great improvement for my Zero10X. I just use ergonomic bicycle handlebar grips and they feel great. But the steering damper from aliexpress was a disappointment.
Now I am waiting for a twist throttle for my Emove Cruiser.
This is like the third video on your channel I watched so I subscribed good stuff.
Just wanted to throw this info here 😉 22.2mm bars are 7/8". Huge selection of 7/8 bars 😁
So I'm about to buy an e scooter. For downtown riding o work and simply because I love any form of speed. I think a must have is foldable motorcycle mirrors mounted a little in front of the bar. As well as makimg some sort of turn signal.
Really informative and well put together! Nice job RK9. 😎
The link you provided for the tires... Do they work for the Eagle One? Also, what spec tire do I need for the Eagle One please?
can you make a video showing how to put on the grip tape if it's now precut?
You plan on adding adjustable dampening shocks?
I came here to put a rocket booster on my scooter
Throw some big ass fireworks on the back 😂
Hi, where did you get the grip tape? Any good shop online? I'm in Europe. Ride Safe
Just got mine. So far i only really put on a phone holder and cause i dont have yet a powerbank holder i put on some velcro to place the powerbank on😂 works shockingly well
May I add to use graded bolts and blue lock tight to most of your hardware for strength also re tap all threads
Could you make a video please on how to put silicone on a scooter pls? Which areas would be best to apply the silicone to... TIA
This might sound weird but the grips I have gone for is a hand wrap done the in the same way as a samurai swords grip style which is a hand wrap. And it looks great, works great and gives it a personal touch that haven’t seen anywhere else.
that’s actually really cool I’d wanna see that
Could you do a video on upgrading and customizing a BirdFlex scooter?
would spray painting the swing arm suspensions affect the performance at all (the swingarms are off ofc)
Thanks for the video grips are not cheap it all depends what would the person like to go with a good set of grips run more than 35 bucks and up. I mountain bike this experience applies to this video.
like the hande bar change plus there too short
just got me a camo deck grip looks so much better 👍
Bro could have just said grips handlebars and grip tape
Hi I got a question for you can you add like two sets of wheels in the front or back of a electric hover One Scooter
Hey i have a go Trax rivel are there any upgrades like suspension, or anything to make it a easier ride probably a stupid question but really want to get shocks and tires
For your handlebars, go to a machine shop and have them weld a chunk of 22.2mm stock in the middle of your handlebars of choice, so long as you don’t have to slide the bars into place.
I have the kukirin g3 pro and i want to change out the handle bars.but i dnt know the size of the handle bars.and also the grips size.i will be happy to to order the site
Bro awesome contain...big salute..thanks for the links..i have a hiboy titan pro and its hard to find rear light up fender to go with it..and I wanna change my deck like u did on both your scooters..u have any sites for that? i seen your video and it motivated me to custom my scooter I'm tired of this look from the factory..
Hi ive only just watched your vid , have considered Renthal bar 22.5 mtx / trials bike , ive been using them for about 20 yrs on mountain bikes , theyre light & wide & come various widths , some the brace bar across + theyre 780mm wide for better handling ? Stu G.
What's up? Where can I find the skateboard grip tape for my varla eagle ?
Do you recommend any good handlebars for the hiboy s2? my main problem is that they're too short and stubby which makes it hard to take turns easily
If I'm using a scooter with good suspension (10x like), will I notice that I'm running solid tires? Tempted to switch to solid on my Apollo Ghost when I run out of tubes so I never get flats again but don't want to make my ride less comfortable
You will notice the difference, definitely feels worse but the trade off is also pretty good
Can you tell me what size bars you put on the Titan? As I want more rise and sweep. As I am taller.
My blade 10 Pro/Evo is my faster crusier, incidentally my current handlebar has a lot of rise and very little backsweep. It is what I love on the Varla Eagle One (handlebar grips too). I don't really care for folding the aspect, but it's okay I guess. I am happy about the fact that it sports a 31.8m handlebar, so customization is a much welcome addition. Good video, stay safe and ride on bro.
So what's the size diameter bars that we need for the varla? Is it 31.8?
Where you get the skateboard grip tape
I have a mantis v2 need help finding a handle bar and handle bar extension
scateboard tap where do you get them?
If Im going to flash some custom firmware onto my scooter what should I do with the KERS setting to keep it from automatic breaking?
I got so much out of this video! Thank you so much!
Can you change these sort of parts on the cheaper models like ximeo? Aovo?
All motorcycle handlebars are 22mm, and u have a lots of hight double level 700mm wide if look for stability, i use a Honda XL200 model, it's perfect and gain space to accesories, dont need any adapter to install and forget the handlebars extensión, thats why kaabo mantis use 22mm, more options and most stronger than bike handlebars up 50km/h in casé of crash
What size handle bars do I need to search to fit the eagle one?
i really want to upgrade my shocks on my hiboy titan but i dont really no how i could do that
Is there any way to make my scooter go faster than 25kmh? Completely unmodded and natural
For mantis you can get stem adapter from AliExpress
Yeah another commenter tipped me off to that too! I ordered one and it's on the way. Thanks for letting me know!
Anyone got a link for that stem adapter
￡41.06 | Mantis Modified Steering Adapter Set Stem Modification Base Upgraded Part Pole Hook for Kaabo Mantis 10inch Pro Electric Scooter
a.aliexpress.com/_mN5QKw5
Hello, Do you know what company I can work and order from to Customize Electric Scooter Footboard - Hiboy S2 Pro Electric Scooter, 500W Motor, 10" Solid Tires, 25 Miles Range, 19 Mph Folding Commuter Electric Scooter for Adults with the Removable Seat
Have a video on switching to solid tires? Wondering how much you noticed ride quality, traction, range affected by switching?
I haven't published a dedicated video about switching tires, but I feel almost no difference in performance or how it handles large bumps on the mantis after switching. I can feel more on smaller bumps and patches of bad road but I much rather have a slightly bumpier ride than deal with changing and paying for innertubes.
@@RK9Rides thanks for your perspective
Has anyone found 8 inch solid tires for Mantis 8? I plan on getting that scooter soon.
Lord I’ve arrived into the scooter world......thanks for the videos.
Where is the mattress link
I find it absolutely amazing how you managed to take what amounts to about 2 paragraphs of text and stretch it out to nearly 12 minutes of video with so much goddamn bloat. Feeding the algorithm much?
I like Race Face grips and haw one new they are going on my newe scooter
Hey rk9 we need a page to share all our custamizations and exibit all our super scoots ! Just food for though. I heavily modified mine to have a rear luggage rack abd a few other things as well . No its not mounted to the swing arms
Good idea! Been thinking about adding a gallery to the website of viewer-submitted photos of their scooters. I'll keep you updated on when that happens!
thoughts on steering dampers ?
im looking for a website not amazon or aliexpress or any of those for accessories for my scooter,
Bitwell grips are the best
I got a new scooter and am thinking about upgrading batter!? Who can help with the specs
U should do a review on the cyclone 100 kph scooter it's a hyper tho idk if ur into that. Sick vids anyways I've def found comfort getting into the scooter game w ur vids
Looking to get an electric scooter after seeing the fun you are having. What do you suggest for the best one that is less than $2k?
You have tons of options for under 2k. The Varla Eagle One gives you a lot for the money. I know people really like Apollo Scooters and Dualtron scooters and they both have a few different scooter around or under 2k
@@RK9Rides Varla ads had been popping up left and right, kind of set my mine to Varla. LOL That was why I want to see if there are better options out there.
@@RK9Rides Have you try the Gotway DTEN electric scooter? Look like it is cheaper, more power and more range on it.
CAN YOU MAKE A VIDEO ON CHANGING TO GRIPTAPE ON YOUR KUGOO G2 PRO 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Any ideas how to make a deck wider? I want to ride with my feet side x side and not front 2 back
This is not an optimal way to ride scooter safely
Can you review a velocifero scooter
hello, i really want to know if i can put a skating grip tape on my hiboy s2 regular. If yes where can i find them or how do i make one?
yes, you can buy grip tape from a skate shop or order it online. It comes in a big sheet that you can cut to the size of your scooter riding platform
@@RK9Rides oke, appreciate you!
You have installed the inner part of the gasket-like parts on the front and back of the front wheel nut incorrectly. Attention to those who will take it as an example.
i know you are not gonna see this but i have bean trying to find a video on how to make you e scooter louder and sound better but i cant find one.
How do I get customized grip tape for the Varla Eagle One?
I got mine from Anazon. Type custom grip tape. You're gonna have to use the other deck tape to use as outline cuz it'll need to be cut.
Do u sell parts for kukirin g3 pro
Personally all mine needed was custom grips & griptape and fender n reflector delete
Enjoying your vids dude! Whats your opinion on steering dampeners for the Eagle one? I've been thinking about getting one, but the scooter hasn't been shipped yet.
I have never used steering dampers before but I don't feel like the Eagle One needs it. There is another comment on this video that said he got a steering damper and was disappointed. But again, never tried them so I don't have a solid opinion on them
@@RK9Rides thanks for the reply! It seems like Ill have to ride mine and see how it goes before i spend more money on the thing lol 🤣
@RK9 Rides I bought a pair of knuckeduster grips because the flared out style of grips were leaving my hands numb. Last night I rode on them for the first time, no hand numbness! I loved it so much I ordered another pair for my e-bike! :D
lets ride!
Great video. New subscriber and loyal follower. Thank you for pointing me in the right direction as a new rider. Also I really like the black and white grip tape for the Varla. Mine is on the way and would love to go with the same look. Do you mind sharing where you purchased your grip tape? Thx RK9!!
Thanks for the kind words! The grip tape is available here: www.zumiez.com/skate/griptape.html
What about upgrading to a faster scooter?
Im pretty sure you could of saved 80 bucks just rotating the handle bar...
This is my first scooter and probably the best toy I've had in my 38 years of life ; ) ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxvyNuxpWiHTNypxG6nyqyf7ywc7Q16PDM The assembly was easy - Took me 10-12 mins to get it set up and enjoy a quick ride before putting it on the charger for the full charge.I love the push-off feature vs. some of the other scooters that start with direct acceleration. I believe this allows a bit more of a stable start with a jerk reaction. I also like the throttle/acceleration feature that its a slow increase in speed vs. what you would get in a motorcycle. I've taken advantage of the anti-theft system when taking the scooter out to the beach and city. I like the anti-theft system as well as the need to enter a code after you turn it on before you can operate. The powerful front lights are helpful for a night ride. You can see in the picture how powerful the light is as a reflection on the garage. I'm impressed with the lightweight and how easy it was for me to get it set up and going. I would highly recommend this for someone looking for a scooter.
You can buy a handlebar adaptor for the mantis from E-watts😄
Just checked it out, that's perfect! Thanks for the tip
Where did you get the chessboard grip tape from?
Nice video, like all of yours are haha, keep it up
22.2mm handlebar is actually (at least here in finland) a normal moped handlbar and u can find lots. Just a thought if someone havent found one out. Really nice videos, thank you
I want to put paint on mine but i havent the money
Nice video bruh. Can I buy that grip tape for my blade 10 pro? I would pay a small fortune. Lol
You can find both grip tapes here: www.zumiez.com/skate/griptape.html
That's the scooter I have now, how fast does yours go?
@@RK9Rides thank you for the link for the dope grip tapes.
You know,
I wonder why they call these things scooters?
Because when i think of scooters, i think of rides like a Kymco Agility, Piaggio Zip, Gilera Runner etc
Love it ahaha
cool
Hello, catching up and learning.
As a retarded... I mean retired engineer, everything should be checked for tightness and adjusted to specification.
However, if you do nothing... please balance tires. This improves riding and/or learning, improves safety and decreases cumulative mechanical wear/stress. Off to linearize my throttle...
HF
Looks like more expensive than my car..lol
If you buy new handlebar you cant turn over those handrebars
0:25 I would rather donate to a scam charity
Don’t need to upgrade my scooter in any way it’s fine the way it is,guess what everyone is different height Deity must be paying you
Bro i wish Deity was paying me. That would be the best sponsor ever
Skate grip tape????for me u transfered in god mode I will do it.
I have an aovoPRO ES 80 scooter. I've added a nylon 6-pack cooler to the handlebars. I've also put my name on the front bar with mailbox letters. I'm planning on putting pinstripes on it from an automotive store. 🛴