Falcon PEV, a Singapore-based manufacturer of very well-made eScooters announced recently that they will be releasing a brand new model, the Zero 8X. Being a new family member in a line of great Zero-series scooters, I'm sure that we'll be able to expect great things from this new 8X.
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Falcon has always built a solid eScooter with plenty of great features, but this eScooter was designed to fill a gap where many other companies have failed to build a higher-end product: Falcon has built a high-end, fully-featured scooter on an 8" tire. Falcon themselves are advertising this new machine as "...the lovechild of the Zero 10X and the Zero 8."
What makes the Zero 8X so different?
Falcon have designed the suspension to function similarly to the very popular Zero 10x, where the suspension is built on a system of a hybrid spring and hydraulic suspension system. Aside from having no issues on different terrains, this system is incredibly comfortable to ride on. It's been described as a "floating suspension system".
Size difference: Zero 10X vs Zero 8X.
Image: Falcon PEV
They coupled the suspension with a new tire design: a wider 8"x3.5 solid tire with a honeycombed design. Added durability (no punctures!) combined with a little better traction will give you a nice long life tire with few maintenance needs and better control.
As well, this is one of the few eScooters on the market with 8" wheels and dual motors. In fact, they are dual 800 watt motors (total power output: 1600 watts). This makes for a very fast and powerful scooter in a small package.
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You can expect some similar features to the rest of the Zero line. An excellent lighting package is offered to provide high visibility while you're riding. The handlebars have a similar function to other Zero models, but have been slightly redesigned and are said to have "no free play". As well, it has very sturdy construction.
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In Conclusion
Falcon PEV has created a little monster in the 8" market. They've developed an eScooter that has filled the gaps that many companies are not exploring. They've put together a powerful, feature-rich eScooter and they've done it at a great price point: $1399 USD, although you must pre-order it currently. Sure, that's a little bit more than some scooters on the market, but when you buy Falcon PEV you're getting a fantastic product at a great price.
Do you want your own Zero 8X?
Falcon PEV has announced that they are taking pre-orders for the Zero 8X. If you're a customer in the United States or Canada, you should contact Nate at RevRides.com and inquire about the new Zero 8X.
Both Falcon PEV and RevRides.com traditionally provide fantastic product support/customer service and a selection of great parts.
Please also visit Falcon PEV's site for a full list of specifications and a preview video for the new Zero 8X.
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