KickPed, NYC's kick scooter
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
- www.nycewheels....
The new KickPed is NYC's brand-new "can't break it" super tough kick scooter.
The KickPed is made of high tensile steel and can carry up to 300lbs. Tall handlebar for adult safety and comfort. Distributed by Tubemogul.
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Just came back from scooting around my rural neighbourhood in Nova Scotia! I've had my Kickped for 9 months now, and I LOVE IT.
Used the kickped to travel to work. Great scooter, steady as a rock. From Queens to Manhattan over the 59th st bridge. Speeding down the bridge was both spiritual and frightening. I was stepping on the fender brake so hard I could smell smoke. All in all, it's all about finding the best streets to travel on. Cracks will slow you down, smooth is best. Always travel downhill as much as possible and walk when you need to. If you want to burn a zillion calories, push uphill.
@nycewheels
I went ahead and bought one and I'm very happy with it. Construction is indeed solid as described. The platform has a nice taper in the center for easier kicking even though it's a bit higher off the ground. It's also surprisingly comfortable to carry over your shoulder as shown in the video.
The ride quality is nice, stable, and smooth (it does pretty well over rougher pavement too). It's a little bit slower than an A5 but a lot safer and way more durable. It's a great scooter.
Yes, if you leave nearby, definitely come by the shop at 85th and york any time and take a few free test rides. Really no advice I can give you will be as good as riding them for yourself, hope to see you soon!- Jack
The smaller KickPed folds exactly the same as the large. The handlebar is 4 inches shorter, but it still has a strap that will fit over the rear fender, and allow you to carry it over your shoulder. All the best- Jack
I got one so I can ride with my daughter while she rides her razor scooter. This things is super well made. All of the welds are very nice, even the welds underneath the deck where you can't see them unless you turn it over. It's a very well made scooter and I have no regrets about choosing it.
@SteVeYG215 We went for steel over aluminum because it absorbs vibrations and bumps so it makes for a more comfortable ride. This scooter is rated at 300lbs capacity and we have had 0 issues with the deck despite selling over more than any other scooter this year. -Peter
The KickPed will be as quiet as any Kick Scooter out there. It's built to handle bumps in the road better than the Xootr Mg, its frame is very durable, and it has thick rubber tires that should make for a smoother ride. - jack
@Trund27 No problem. You're exactly right about the wheel size and material. The soft rubber and 6" diameter make the KickPed a much smoother ride. Let me know if you have more questions. -Peter
The KickPed has extremely sturdy rubber wheels so you shouldn't have to worry about wearing them out. Another option is the City Kicker, which has a hand brake that you can use in addition to the foot brake, taking some of the pressure off of the wheel. Best- Jack
The design of the KickPed used the know ped as a starting point, so they do have many of the same features. Based on customer responses to the know ped and other similar Kick Scooters, we added a taller handlebar, narrowed the deck, and removed the front brake. - jack
I just ordered mine yesterday and I cannot wait!! I am a full time landscape oil painter and at this moment I am a full time Art Festival artist here in Tampa Florida. I cannot wait to not have to walk over a mile to get my van when the show is over. Or walk to my booth that far every morning. I am a BIG guy at 265 pounds and almost 6`3 I plan on using this for years to come and hopefully shed a few pounds!! It just looks perfect!
Congratulations David, happy riding - Jack
Here in New York adult kick scooters are becoming more and more popular. Even a few years ago the sight of a older person riding on a scooter might have turned a few heads, but now they've a very common sight. There's certainly no questioning their usefulness. With a kick scooter you can cut your commute time in half, it's easy on the knees, and also great for multi-modal commutes that require subway and bus transfers. Thanks for watching! - Jack
Sure, we actually have a guy who's traveling all over the country doing nearly 40 miles a day with a heavy back pack! Thing is, the warranty doesn't cover wear/tear on the wheels so you'd look at having to replace those on occasion. No sweat though, they're only about $35 or so. -Peter
@moto815 All you have to do is turn the handlebar while you are coasting along. You can kick or not kick when you are turning. Basically one foot stays on the scooter and the other kicks along. -Peter
Sounds good, we have a lot of customers who get really creative with custom designs and decals, it's nice to see- jack
Yeah, I've had it a couple weeks and it's super quiet! It also is way easier to collapse/expand, and it rolls great over cracks and bumps. Way better than the xootr in my opinion. Thanks.
Hi, for your height I would go with the small KickPed. It costs $239, and to get an exact estimate on the costs of shipping its best to go on to our website and fill out the "international shipping form." Let me know if you have more questions!- jack
Yeah the KickPed is a great scooter! Don't let where you live hold you back, have one shipped!- Jack
Absolutely. I just ordered mine and can't wait to scoot around!!!!
We don't have locations in Canada, but we're happy to ship to you - jack
You could make it 4 minutes pretty easily I would guess, but of course it's going to vary depending on the person and the terrain. Thanks for your inquiries! - Jack
Guys if you order this scooter prop it upside down and check the spin time of both wheels. I found the spin time of my back wheel was significantly shorter than the front one. Loosened the nut a bit with some pliers and it improved dramatically. Also, dampen a paper towel with something like alcohol and jam it in between the back wheel and the steel frame. Give it a few good spins, that should clean out any dirt or gunk trapped in there.
The KickPed has thick rubber tires with beefy tread so it's going to glide over bumpy terrains super smooth, but won't be as fast as some of our other kick scooters like the city kicker - jack
@SkooterBro23 Thanks! Yeah they are definitely good for cruising or just getting around town. The KickPed is a great commuter scooter.
Yes, these go pretty fast. We should be getting some more in by the first of Nov. If you want to make sure and nab one, it's best to preorder via the link embedded in the video - jack
@djYuz Great to hear you love it djYuz, and I'm glad I could help you out. Have fun and post a picture on our Facebook page if you get a chance!
Received my KickPed here in Gothenburg Sweden the other day.
Awesome! Love it!
@MsLoveLoveLove1231 hahaha! Thanks so much for commenting! I wish I could make your wish come true. -Peter
@krissalive1 Glad to hear you're having fun with it krissalive1! Take care on those curbs, the KickPed may be indestructible but you're not. Bert, the owner (and camera man), fell a few weeks ago on a Xootr. No texting and scooting as they say. Thanks for the great comment and keep scooting! - Peter
Hang in there, an awesome KickPed is just around the corner!! - jack
It looks very well built.
Happy to help - Jack
If you're looking for good performance on rough asphault and cracked side walks the KickPed is definitely your best option. I would say the ride is slightly less smooth than a long board, mostly because it doesn't have the 4 wheels, but much smoother than a polyurethane tire scooter like the Xootr. Best- jack
The smaller scale urethane wheel scooters usually do benefit from a high spec skate bearing upgrade. Bones Reds seem to be the popular affordable choice.
I where you're coming from, but you have to admit, the KickPed rocks pretty hard as is! Best- Jack
I used to use a K2 Kickboard. JUST got a K2 Revo for casual use on the weekends...First I drive there then I scoot....hating California right now. I live in a city where driving makes more sense. I wished I lived in a place like NYC where a scooter can take you to interesting places. I would definitely get the KickPed, that's one beefy ride.
I use the Kickped here in LA and can ride it anywhere. A true urban beast. I prefer it over any of those e-scooters.
@Trund27 Well they are very similar, the large size KickPed will have a taller handlebar, a thinner deck, and no front brake. I think the KickPed may be a bit better because the thin deck forces you to keep your feet over the center of balance, making your more stable at speed. -Peter
Congratulations Steven! Happy riding- Jack
Yep definitely have to be a bit more careful on slick surfaces. - Jack
It's actually priced really well compared to similar products, and tends to last a lot longer!
-Miles
@funkyastronauts We get a lot of excited comments from visitors from Europe who are amazed that so many people ride kick scooters here. I'm honestly shocked they aren't more wide spread. For $50 - $100 you're still going to get something more of a toy or a kids kick scooter. I think it's worth saving up and getting something like the KickPed that will last many many years. Good luck and regardless of what you buy: get out there and have fun with it. -Peter
@CelticDragon026 We designed the KickPed with two handlebar choices. With the tall handlebar the KickPed is the most comfortable scooter for tall people I've seen. I'm 6'2" and riding scooter with the taller bar in the movie. I know what you mean about leaning over, I hate that! :) -Peter
@thegenrl This scooter is similar to some other kick scooters offered by Goped but it has some dramatic differences. Mainly it is stripped down to bare essentials and has a thinner deck to allow easier kicking. Also, there are two handlebar options, making it customizable to you. - Peter
Just ordered one last night. Its replacing my Razor A5, which while a lot of fun, is getting a bit rickety.Thanks NYCE!
That's right, the large rubber tires on the KickPed will make rides smoother but also a little slower than the City Kicker which has thin faster polyurethane tires. - jack
@collinbmxscooter The wheels are not pneumatic, they are a soft rubber which absorbs shock but cannot go flat from a puncture. -Peter
You know it! Superhero scooter!- Jack
@utubeworms Sold quit a few already and have not had any problems with those. They seem simple but the lack of many little moving parts actually makes it pretty reliable. GoPed has been using this handle post for almost 30 years on all their scooters. -Bert
@djYuz The KickPed is overall much more durable than a Razor A5. Not only will the fender brake hold up longer, the whole scooter will last you longer.
When my KickPed comes in the mail, I think I will paint little flames on the deck tubing. It looks like an exhaust port!! 0:48
The stalk is not adjustable, but I think the small with the 35 inch handlebar would be a good fit for you- jack
The only Kick Ped we offer is with the updated narrower deck, and we can't do any custom mods. Have you checked out any of our Xootr models? The City Kicker has a much wider deck that could be closer to what you're looking for. All the best -jack
Thanks Jonathan, if you want to post a video please do! We'll be sure to share it on our Facebook community. Best- jack
@MyIpodIzMyLife This scooter is available exclusively from NYCeWheels in NYC. Luckily, we ship! Visit the link in the video description to purchase your KickPed. -Peter
I think this scooter would be great for you, and the small size will fit you perfectly.
-Miles
I have to admit, this looks pretty tempting just for the durability factor. I ride a Razor A5 around town and it's quick but I just can't trust its fender brake! The KickPed might be more trustworthy.
The KickPed might be slightly slower, but not by much. As far as spray goes, I don't think it will be much different than the Flex. It is definitely a super-burly, smooth ride.
-Miles
Oh yeah, this one's our toughest, great on bumpy streets, will last forever - jack
Sulemaan, kickped is not as fast as Xootr or Razor, but it rides smoother. And I didn't realize the difference in speed until I tried Xootr.
You're welcome! Have fun! -Peter
You are in for some fun. I love mine so much! Enjoy - from Canada
iv been waiting for this for a long time
The issue is that goped wheels use 1/2" i.d. bearings for their massive steel axles. not your typical skate/scooter part. So yes, you could technically swap them out, but you wont really get anything much better than they provide from the factory..
@scootermadnezz You could do tricks with the KickPed though it's not really designed to be used in that way. It's more of a comfortable scooter for regular daily use. -Peter
While it's possible that you may need to maintain your bearings at some point, I would say with the KickPed, it'll let you know when it's time to do that.
-Miles
Both the KickPed and the City Kicker would handle the hills. With the KickPed you're going more for comfort and handling rougher terrain, while the City Kicker would the choice for handling speed. Best- jack
@mscir
It is, that's why it comes with life time warranty. -BC
Great advice Georgie! I know you can really fly downhill off the Queensboro bridge--just be careful of that hairpin turn on the Manhattan side!
-Miles
Hi Francesca, the KickPed weighs around 10lbs. Best- jack
@nycewheels very cool. my big problem is the vibration up through the handlebars that I have felt with the Razor. It kills my hands and wrists. I think it may be the small, plastic wheels; that's why the KickPed's fat little rubber tires look good to me
Thanks for the info!
@moto815 Click on the link in the video description to see all the details (price, features, specs, etc.) Or go to nycewheels(dot com) and search for "KickPed." The KickPed scooter would fit kids ages 8+ who are at least 5' tall. In that case order the shorter handlebar option! - Peter
id love one of these. riding around campus on my folding bike is fun, and easy enough, but something like this would jack up that convenience factor heavily (plus it looks like fun!) sucks how much customs charges for shipping stuff across the border. I guess the next time im in NYC, i know what im getting first!
@Paulybobs Probably the shorter one (you could go either way) but the shorter one would be a bit more portable. -BC
The kickped is better than the Xootr in about every way, imo. I have done tests comparing the two and the Kickped rolls faster on real life type pavement than the Xootr, and it even rolls just as far if not further. Maybe I'll do a video of one of these tests and post it so you can see it and believe it? Plus you enjoy the ride on the Kickped, not needing to watch every inch of the pavement for a crack. Best scooter ever...
Just ordered one this morning (1 February 2013) but I have to wait until next Thursday :( But hey, when it gets here it will be mine for a lifetime, so 6 days waiting is nothing!
my xootr has crossed a couple hundred miles and after a particularly bad wipeout last year i think i need to replace some parts. The thing slid out from under me on a turn early in the morning headed to class.
I'm thinking about picking up a kickped instead, the only downside i can see is that it's slower, but i wouldn't wipe out like I did earlier.
mine just came in the mail! i love it! :)
It weighs 11.7 lbs. Unfortunately we no longer deliver internationally, do you have a friend who could send it to you from the states? Best- jack
We have a Xootr here at the shop with custom mods, "The City Kicker" worth checking out- jack
Nice Steven, the ole' jump break. Just curious, what's the highest speed you've hit with the KickPed? - jack
Way to go!- Jack
Still trying to decide if the Xootr MG is better than the KickPed. I guess I have to try them out to decide which is easier to ride and travel with in NYC
WOW....What a beauty!
@juliekadams
you are lucky., the sun just came out. We have also received another large shipment of KickPed's yesterday. Lets talk in the shop, I am sure we can work out a nice deal for a family package.
You can buy wheels directly through us. - jack
The newest model of the KickPed was just released in Nov, 2013, and features a brand new handlebar design! Learn all about it at the link: www.letskickscoot.com/home/articles/kickped_handlebars.cfm - Jack
c'mon all you did was turn the hinge 90 degrees with respect to the wheel so the handlebars folded sideways lol
Still a great improvement though
"Brand new handlebar design" might have been overstating, maybe brand new "Hinge" design? Sorry if we gave the wrong impressions, a nice improvement in any case! - Jack
NYCeWheels It is a very nice improvement. In another video, someone showed that the wheels do not have bearing spacers in them. Is this true?
***** All KickPeds include bearing spacers. All the best - Jack
@nycewheels Very cool. Thanks very much!
Excellent! And Nova Scotia is a beautiful place to be scootering around in. Post a picture on our Facebook page if you like--we love to see where our products end up.
-Miles
Hi, we don't have any local retailer in Indonesia, but we would be happy to ship to you!- Jack
yes exactly what I was looking out for. You can certainly slam into someone, if not the barricade, at that turn. Slow is safe. Other than that this thing, like the Goped, is a beast on the pavement and can easily go over things that would send other scooter riders flying. One question, is there ever a need to oil the bearings from time to time?
No, the Kickped uses much larger industrial bearings, I believe "6000Z"
It looks nice, thinking of getting one myself. With rubber wheels, do you feel the bump when the wheels go over joints in concrete slabs ?
Great scooter this!Ready in seconds&tough!It's a bit slow-but good for fitness!The ultimate scoot!
May I know what is the dimension of the kickped when folded? Would like to check-in with the flight luggage, thus would like to put into a luggage case.
Definitely going to get one. I like my bike but lugging it on and off the bus rack or in and out of the train is a bit cumbersome. i like the idea of scooting my way from from the train station, a distance of 1.8 miles.
A kick scooter would definitely be a good choice for 2 mile rides, and as you say much more portable. Let us know if you have any questions. In the meantime, here's a link where you can get more information or place an order, purchases made today would be processed on Monday and arrive by Thursday. : www.nycewheels.com/kickped-kick-scooter.html - Best - Jack
Could you share me the specification of the bearing since I need to replace them. Thanks in advance.
Looks good but the handle bar connection looks like the weak link.
I ended up getting a xootr MG, but regret it and am selling it on craigslist. It's fast but that's all. It's way to noisy and annoying to constantly deal with the pin mechanism.
Is the kickped quiet? I assume it is, but I was surprised at how loud the MG is, especially every time you hit even a small crack or bump (which means constantly), and it's even SUPER loud if you're walking it and your weight isn't on it. I'd get a kickped if it's quiet. Is it?
i'm finding i almost never use the break. i put my right leg on the back of the board, and kick with my left leg, which i put in the front when coasting. to break i just jump off.