Unagi Unisex's Model One E500

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Similarly, the power button also has two different functions. Apart from turning the scooter on and off, it activates dual-motor mode when it’s double-pressed, giving you a total of six different riding options to choose from in total. Coming in at a cool 26 lbs (10.4 kg), the Model One is easily portable. But don’t let the fear of flimsiness put you off – the Model One doesn’t feel like it would break easily. This is largely because of its stem being made of carbon fiber, which not only helps reduce weight but also enables the stem to be narrow without forsaking durability.

The light on the charger turns from green to red when it’s fully charged, but there’s no indication of charging progress on the handlebar display itself. From empty, the scooter’s 3200mAh LG battery takes about five hours to charge. Unagi claims the batteries last for several years even with daily usage, and the Pure Scooter warranty covers it for two years or 500 complete charge cycles. Of course the flip side of that coin is that you’ll never get a flat tire due to the airless tire design. So if you mainly commute on fairly nice paths and bike lines, this may be a compromise that you’ll gladly make.With the throttle, brake, horn, and LED headlight, and command center integrated into the top bar, the elegance of the Unagi Model One is without question. No surprise, then, that more than thirty prototypes were required before the final handlebar design came together. Frame The rubberized throttle paddle, located below your right thumb, feels smooth when accelerating, unlike many other throttles that can feel jerky. This level of responsiveness is ideal for beginners, as well as advanced scooter riders. Performance & Safety Speed & Acceleration Fun fact: Unagi’s CEO and founder David Hyman is also the founder of MOG, an early Spotify competitor, which was then acquired by Beats by Dre and later by Apple. Hyman then served as CEO of Beats Music until it was acquired by Apple and became Apple Music.

It folds up fast, it’s aesthetic, and everything about it is made to be zero-maintenance. Those looking for a scooter that requires little upkeep, looks good, and performs well will find what they’re looking for right here. Performance and ride quality Speed & Acceleration Just above the throttle is a small button that you can use to switch between odometer and trip (single tap) and to change between the speed modes (double tap). lighter than aluminum, the Unagi’s magnesium alloy handlebar is a thing of beauty. Sleek and sexy and milled from a single piece of magnesium alloy, the integrated top bar creates seamlessness found in few electric scooters. The Unagi is brilliantly built using high-end material for durability, portability, and reliability. The dual 250W motors can propel the scooter through all manner of terrain- though with a preference for urban terrain. The Sony customized lithium battery is reliable and efficient, with longer battery life and a decent mileage on a single charge.

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The frame is made of aluminium. Both Aluminium and magnesium are lightweight, which is an essential aspect of scooter portability. The Unagi stem has the TORAY carbon fibre to create a balance of heavy-duty strength and lightweight. It also has a button that allows you to fold it easily. The unit weighs 26.5 lbs (12 kg), accentuating the scooter’s portability. Above these thumb controls are tiny yellow buttons—hit the one on the left and your ears will be treated to what's arguably the most useless horn. It's just … not the kind of blaring sound you want. No one jolts when they hear it (believe me, I've tried it on pedestrians and cars in the bike lane and no one bats an eye). It sounds like the ordinary beeps and boops of a scooter and not a “GET OUT OF THE WAY" alarm. It's easily drowned out by the bustle of the city. There are both front and rear electric brakes, as well as a rear fender brake. There’s some conjecture about whether electronic brakes are as good as mechanical ones but the Model One’s brakes are a solid example of how good they can be. The October 8th group ride was more than an event; it was a testament to what Unagi represents: community, freedom, and unbridled fun. The streets of NYC bore witness to an electric revolution, punctuated by the joyous beats of an afterparty. Like most electric scooters, the Model One arrives 90% assembled. All you need to do is unfold it and fit the handlebars.