9 Reasons NOT to get an EUC

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Timestamps
00:00 Intro
00:55 1. Skill
01:46 2. Price
02:49 3. Early Adopter
04:07 4. Legal Matters
05:34 5. Attention
06:36 6. ATGATT
07:59 7. Lonely Riding
09:08 8. Problems with Balance
10:00 9. Always with you
11:26 Conclusion

[@JoachimVesely]

Addiction is one reason to stay away. You start with a cheap wheel and a couple weeks later you’re figuring out how you can save up for a Sherman! 😆

[@bepriceless]

that's for sure.

[@nelson2095]

THIS!!

[@wheelydope]

This is so true. Ive made some pretty irresponsible financial decisions since getting into this hobby. Still worth it though 😁

[@DeeTofa]

This is so true. I am always trying to find time to ride my euc. Literally the first thing I think about every morning.😅

[@niekonesakyki]

Or you be smart and buy a good wheel straight away, so you dont need to upgrade it later.

[@ratmanmurray7137]

The absolute worst, most despicable thing about those dang EUCs... is they are SO addictive! Once you have been bitten by them... you find yourself whimpering on rainy days when you can't get outside to ride... or you plan to go for a ride after work and the boss asks you to work late... then you get hot sweaty feeling and your eyes start watering... Then, you find yourself giving up playboy magazines in favor of looking at EUC brochures and dreaming of which new and expensive wheel you need to buy (I mean want).... and who you will have to rob to be able to afford to purchase them... er, I mean IT. So, if you have even a slightly addictive personality (or, one of your personalities) is very susceptible to addictions... probably would be easier in the long run... if you took up crochet... or knitting? hahaha

[@jordanestabrook4492]

#1 reason I'm forced to limit myself to 30mph is being a single father of young kids who depend on me. Sad reality.

[@EdLrandom]

I always found comments like these a little offensive, like do you assume that ppl who go over 30mph just don't care if they die or not? Another one is "I work for a living I can't get hurt", yeah no-one wants to get hurt, you are not special. If you are not comfortable going too fast and get in your head about it it's fine but there is no need to be dramatic. EUC allows you to have fun going fast or going slow, doesn't really matter. You can get hurt crossing the street too, and they'll blame you for not wearing a colored shirt.

[@jordanestabrook4492]

@@EdLrandom It's basic cost/risk analysis. Same reason I don't own a motorcycle. I'd have a different outlook if I had less responsibility. The risk isn't worth the cost in my case, might be for you. Doesn't mean I value life any differently, sorry I offended you.

[@EdLrandom]

@Dev Guy it's not about being safe or not, and while going fast is fun I find myself going fast mostly to keep up with car traffic because our cities are designed for cars not for people. So it's actually safer not to let a car pass you at 3 times your speed. It's fine that someone wants to limit themself, I just take issue with this idea that their life is somehow more precious, the assumption being that people who ride fast don't care about themself or their loved one's. "oh bro you go 40mph? you must want to die bro". It's similar to the baby on board stickers, it's like "there is no baby in a car, so you can kill me I guess". And who uses "critical thinking" unironically as a term, are you 15?

[@EdLrandom]

@@Another-Address some things are not for you to get, you can't get them all but you know.... you go tiger!

[@jimmie5359]

@@EdLrandom The amount of safety protection is minimal for him if something happens.

[@austinnhuynh]

I think one thing I’d add and have experienced myself is safety, especially in cities with bad infrastructure for bikes/pevs (such as toronto where i live). I’ve been almost hit way too many times and actually been hit once. EUCs particularly take a lot of practice and skill to be able to avoid accidents, lots of practice braking hard and learning how cars will behave in your area. After being hit I now purposely slow down at every crossway anticipating that every car is out to kill me. But; I still ride it everyday to work and would rather ride it than take the subway to avoid congestion and making my moneys worth from owning one!!

[@mr_wrongway]

Thanks for the comment! Keep on gliding!

[@johnvillanueva1980]

You should practice EVERY imaginable scenario and catastrophe beforehand. Luck favors the prepared. It's a simple fact of life.

[@Jqweex]

Can you ride it in rain? Like a bike? I'm getting tired of riding a bike everywhere and dont really want to buy a car just to spend 5 grand on getting it fixed

[@austinnhuynh]

@@Jqweex its a little sketchy but doable. Just ride slow, inmotion makes great water resistance on their wheels

[@Xtrafix2015]

Same

[@mobimaks]

10:41 That's one of the reasons why I decided to buy a EUC instead of a bicycle or electric scooter. You don't need to worry about your expensive bike being stolen because you can bring your transport with you to a store or cafe. Or you can buy a shitty bike and don't get any enjoyment of the riding.

[@MrArvin0306]

I agree, and just in case if you run out of battery you can just ride a train, bus or taxi it will fit in and will take just a little space, not like scooters and bikes.

[@ClokworkGremlin]

I mostly don't worry about my wheel getting stolen because it's heavy and anyone where I live who could actually ride it isn't the type of person to steal an electric unicycle.

[@olivergould5428]

I have severe Dyspraxia and although it took me ages to learn how to ride an EUC once I got the hang of it, it feels completely natural, so if you have Dyspraxia I would say don't worry about it.

[@mr_wrongway]

Wow that’s amazing! Thanks for the comment

[@dawsoncampbell]

Wow that's cool!!!

[@chrisogrady28]

Watching your videos with all your safety gear has really just highlighted to me that I don't dress safe enough on my bike. I'm a road cyclist and will travel about 30mph on flat roads, sometimes 60mph downhill, yet I'm just wearing lycra and a helmet. One of the advantages of euc is your hands are free so you can wear more protection without compromising your control over the vehicle (ie wrist guards with handlebars)

[@Kay0Bot]

Yea all road bicyclists are way under dressed

[@lefotografion]

But they also are really exercising when they ride at high speeds, I wouldn't want to wear a lazy Rollin hoody while sprinting with my bike at higher speeds.

[@KingDavid683]

But, that's Cycling. If you want to go fast you gotta take a bigger risk.

[@frostybe3r]

Are you sonic?

[@chrisogrady28]

@@frostybe3r gotta go faster, faster, faster faster faster

[@nhguy9950]

If you don't like being addicted to something. Don't buy a EUC.

[@danmano478]

Hahaha. Nice logic. In US you have a lot of different drugs addicts, who didn’t buy an euc. Maybe you want to rephrase.

[@honestlee9921]

I agree bro

[@seattleraf]

9:46 omg I hope nobody listens to this and thinks that if they can’t figure it out within 10-60 mins then they’re doomed. It took me 3 days (about 1 hour a day) to feel like it fully clicked and start using it for real. Don’t give up!

[@mr_wrongway]

Thanks for the additional encouragement and info!

[@xvaldez3284]

Took me 6 days but I sabotaged myself by learning on turf. I thought it'd be a good ides cause it's nice snd flat and wouldn't have to worry if I fell but it's like riding on gravel/sand. As soon as I mustered up the courage to hit the concrete I realized how much easier it was. Then when I tried riding the turf again I'd have wrestle the thing under control.

[@tomoziomo350]

As a person that got a onewheel after years of biking, I also found ou tthe hard way that while you do grow some specific muscles for controlling PEVs, you don’t really work out on those. So if your daily commute is a part of your workout, it might be another reason not to get an EUC

[@Beatboarder66]

true! A non-electric bike and/or walking is better for the planet and for your own health.

[@znail4675]

@@Beatboarder66 But one advantage of an EUC or onewheel is that they are fun to use so you are more likely to get out and around just for the fun of it and that beats sitting on a couch.

[@VR_Wizard]

Great point with the missing excercise I did not thought about it.

[@hughdelanol.polidario6585]

Just wanted to add to this,I'm considering getting an EUC but only to replace the public transportation of my commute to work. I plan to ride the EUC where I usually ride public transpo and get off and walk with the trolley to where I usually get off public transpo. I am also trying to lose weight so that my EUC would not have issues carrying me. My commute is around 10-15kms so I really can't just walk that the whole way without being drenched when I get to work so I just planned to replace the public transpo part :D

[@fernandofaixa]

I am from Brazil and the attention part is spot on for me... no matter the language these are the exact questions they ask.

[@matbr6949]

I'm currently saving up for my first EUC. Been a dedicated scooter junkie for a few months now, and I can't wait to learn and ride. Your channel has been a huge inspiration for me to get into the sport. Love the content!

[@detacheddad3396]

I love how you just sit and chill while cruising. I’ve made a few ebikes now all three are not working and I’m kind of over it. But this could meet a lot of needs like trail riding which broke my bikes

[@dangerous8333]

I can sit and chill like that on my motorcycle too.

[@pistachoo.]

I had no idea until this video that you could even sit on these things! Watching him sit and stand and sit again was so distracting -- what kind of balance, core strength, and wizardry is this?! lol!

[@Tennouseijin]

So far, after using an EUC for a bit, I've found two problems that - although they won't stop me from riding the EUC - can still be considered a weakness of this mode of transportation. One - well, that one is more about laws than anything, but with some other vehicles, e.g. bicycles you can legally pull a cart, or push a wheelbarrow if you want to carry some more stuff than can fit in a backpack. With an EUC this may be interpreted as illegal, since you're not allowed to 'pull vehicles, or carry large luggage with a PEV', so - just in case - I haven't tried to see how doable/practical that would be. Still, I don't want to own a car, so I have to get creative when transporting larger objects etc, so I think a cargo bike might be a better alternative for that. Second thing - while many EUC owners speak about using EUCs in 'trolley mode' when walking in crowded spaces, restaurants, shopping centres and such... I've found this to be very problematic in practice. Either you do it with the wheel turned off, in which case it's really clumsy. Or you do it with the wheel turned on, in which case the motor assists in the process... but you run the risk of freaking people out with an accidental freespin. Or it might even hurt people. Now, with practice you might be able to have enough control over the wheel that you won't accidentally cause the freespin yourself. But if someone else accidentally bumps into you, kicks the EUC, or anything else outside your control happens... and same in public transport. I can't imagine having the EUC turned on while on a bus, which means it has to be turned off. Which makes it clumsy, especially for heavier EUCs with poorly designed handles (looking at you Begode RS). Therefore, at least for some EUC models, I have my doubts about them being a good option for scenarios where you'd have to walk them indoors. Maybe smaller models. This could easily be solved if there was some option to switch the EUC into trolley mode, where it assists in balancing, but heavily limits the motor - say to 10% power - so even an accidental freespin would be harmless and quiet.

[@ShinyVeggie]

With my v8f, which is on the smaller side, I've never had any problems or concerns losing control of the wheel like that. I do however keep in mind the risk that if I were to fall while riding, the wheel might act erratically and either damage itself or hurt people nearby. Also a mode where the motor speed is limited does actually sound really good. Or somehow a better sensor when the rider is no longer on it or has fallen would be amazing.

[@samwhitehead7695]

Was riding my new K/S16s and as a novice whilst wearing all the gear I still managed to bruise the ribs on my right side even whilst wearing body arour, I love riding this machine, But you are so right it is not super easy to master, Not simply ride, Still you're right about the safety gear all the time, And I live in tropical Queensland in Australia, But a couple of weeks the pain is still worth the effort, and I am 58, So no excuses, EUCs Rock. Best wishes to Wrong way, as i did most of my research on your site, regards Sam.

[@mr_wrongway]

Thanks for the comment Sam! Enjoy your EUC freedom!

[@HowardCabalfin]

Respect for riding an EUC as a 50+ year old. Keep going!

[@RapScotty]

Nikka how? Cut out?

[@samwhitehead7695]

@@RapScotty A large Dog snarling towards me, I don't think it knew what I was, Plus I am on crutches full time, Spinal injury, Still love theEUC, just still too sore to rile, 2cracked ribs, and bruised Ego, and run our of skill. Still Don't stop believing,

[@eduardoramos2411]

I am 58 too and like the idea of getting one - how difficult is to learn to drive it?

[@mrtottblogspotcom]

"Legal Matters" is the dead end in e.g. Germany. I think many people will try a power scooter or EUC, if you are allowed to ride an eletric vehicle. The energy transition can only be achieved if the laws are finally changed.

[@greenwave819]

I would add, limited weight load to the list. Heavier people are gonna have issues on EUC, and even average weight people are restricted to what you may want to carry with you in a backpack and backpacks are about your only option for any cargo (unless you're skilled enough to roll a suitcase behind you). Also, Location is a big factor. What kind of weather do you have? does it rain 150 days a year, do you have lots of high wind, how cold are your winters? Do you live in a hilly/mountainous area? Do you have sidewalks, bike trails, safe roads? Those are things that can affect your ability to enjoy a EUC.

[@ratmanmurray7137]

I don't think weight has too much problems on larger EUCs... I am 87kg in my gear and have carried 30 kg in my larger back pack and had no issues from the wheel (MCM5,Nik+ and Sherman) ... of course if someone is 300# + it might affect the wheel... the main thing about more weight is... less range and a bit slower up hills. Just my opinion

[@greenwave819]

@@ratmanmurray7137 I'm glad you agree that weight and weight+cargo are real factors to consider.

[@greenwave819]

@@Ugga-Bugga sounds like you also agree, thanks

[@greenwave819]

odd to have people disagree only to end up agreeing by the end of their comments lol. I'm saying that a decent Ebike can potentially offer better cargo options, and that EUCs do have issues when they are overloaded.

[@lefotografion]

Hmm don't know if I would include hills on this list. In my opinion EUCs are the best option for areas with high elevation, because of their natural regenerative braking and because of their ease going up a steep incline, compared to bike or scooter where you need to lean awkwardly over the handlebars, and may slip your tires on up or downs.

[@MetalGuru785]

Your videos are always great, informative and well put together. Thank you.

[@stevethecat9194]

I think my favorite part of the video is just how conscientious and deliberate you are in slowing for pedestrians, dogs, intersections, and obstacles. I'm 54 and probably shouldn't be considering an EUC but I find them intriguing. Your video, in addition to the reasons why not, demonstrates how to be responsible, which I really haven't seen in other videos.

[@user-ke9yk5qp3u]

I'm 58 and I'm finally getting pretty good. It took me quite a few months to get my skills up. It's the funnest damn thing I've ever had in my life.

[@arieswaters]

I am 64 now and I've been riding my king song 16 s for one year now. I love it I haven't really wrecked really to speak of. I really recommend getting it it's a great feeling

[@mattca353]

Yeah, being the center of attention can be a bit..challenging.. sometimes. Once, I was In a hurry for a group ride and picked up some pizza to eat on a bench and someone barged on me asking a dozen questions while I was frantically trying to get the food down. As for the "you have to carry it with you", I find it to be a feature and not a asshle since I probably live in the North American capitol of bike/pev thief (Montreal in Quebec). Small question : what is the mesh jacket you're sporting? I'm riding with tshirt and elbow pads since my big plastic armor is too much for casual riding and would like something more for the shoulder.

[@mr_wrongway]

Thanks for the comment! Its a spartan jacket I bought used in Bulgaria. I’m not sure if it’s still available

[@aristotleoracles1457]

Nice vid. I have an EX.N high torque which i use frequently and a Dualtron Victor Luxury for when my legs need to recover. I agree with all your points on this! Thumbs up!!

[@henrikaleksandernilsen6388]

I personally love teaching people about EUCs. I just enjoy teaching people about things I like and I'm good at. Plus, I try to paint a good picture about us EUC riders, and us PEV riders in general. Plus, they often realize that with the range these things provide, PEVs aren't just expensive toys, but on many occasions they can replace a car.

[@EchoDafunk]

All good reasons. Thanks for the breakdown of probabilities, considering most likely outcomes.

[@kristianlangager996]

The way I view the laws in Denmark (precise wording is that a PEV cannot be able to go above 20km/hr and be used on public road, some restrictions may apply), is they look at these vehicles as toys, rather than legitimate transportation methods. Now, I understand that it's quite difficult to enforce laws, on things that aren't easily able to be regulated, especially as EUCs are a very specilized skillset. However, I do believe that a compromise could be reached, where someone would perhaps require a license to drive a more conventional vehicle, such as a motorcycle, depending on the potential speed of said PEV. For example, I wouldn't expect a Dualtron Thunder II, or a Veteran Sherman Max to just be for anyone who had the money and good sense to get one, they would also have to prove that they were, at least tokenly, committed to some type of safety, for both others and themselves. Hence, the license for a more conventional vehicle. Or perhaps a course taught by people who live with these vehicles, to grant proof that the laws and rules of the road are understood. I also wouldn't expect laws about this to be made by people who think they once saw a picture of the vehicles in question, and believe that makes them knowledgeable enough on the subject to judge and arbitrate what's right and wrong about it. (It's kinda like someone who's never been out fishing, or on a boat, to be the highest authority on commercial fishing laws) I can dream...

[@znail4675]

My wish is that the laws in Europe was made so that it was fine if the EUC have the potential to go too fast as long as you stay within the limits as most can be set to a lower max speed with phone apps. Possibly a special license for EUC that have this potential and an age restriction. It's a problem that essentially only the really old models are legal as that rather limits the range and other comforts you can get.

[@jannikleed]

Thanks for another good video. A thing I personally think is a bit of a challenge, is riding in the city where you need to share the lane with cars and there is not much wriggle room, is that you cant comfortably carve and I feel more limited being able to stabilise my wheel if needed, since the cars are often going pretty close by. Also feel a EUC way more sensitive to strong wind or wind gust, makes it more difficult riding in open landscape, compared to something like an e-bike or even a scooter since it has a steer. That said I am riding a KS16X and weigh 61kg ,so might be a different story with a 18" or 20" wheel - unfortunately I dont have one 😛

[@Xtrafix2015]

Good job demonstrating the concept, I’d buy one but in New York the roads are terrible and dangerous and you need mirrors so it’s definitely good emergency transport

[@TheDownloader86]

The fact that I can take EUC everywhere with me is the biggest advantage. Now I ride Inmotion V12 HT and I can take it to store or to my work at the office or even to restaurant. Scooter with the same specs will be huuge and has to be outside. My Tesla T3 is even smaller and look like a suitcase. Pocket rocket :-). Anyway I don't know why you haven't mention scooters, that is I think future of personal city transport, everyone can ride it and it is quite cheap.

[@pavlovskyyp8799]

For me the biggest problems are getting attention, not being able to leave and lock it and that's why I consider selling my euc for a escooter, the only reason I'm keeping the euc is because it is so fun to ride comparing to a scooter and it fits better in the train too

[@Humbledaur]

What are you meaning? With a an e-scooter, if you leave it outside, even if it’s locked, somebody can just pick it up and put it in their car. Or, if you are meaning locking your scooter against a bike rack outside, people can still mess with your scooter by taking some of its parts apart or maybe taking one wheel off

[@pavlovskyyp8799]

I lock the scooter with U lock, and yes, they can steal it regardless, same applies to euc and scooters, however you can just press 1 button on an euc and it starts spinning uncontrollably and accelerates if it is not in upright position. Also scooters are more 'standarized' in my country, its just plain normality so nobody gives a damn about them, they are on every corner of my city, unlike electric unicycles. I just cant imagine leaving outside the EUC. Its too precious for me :D@@Humbledaur

[@Humbledaur]

@@pavlovskyyp8799 ah. Thank you for the clarity!

[@johndelphiaiii7623]

I notice that once you've learned EUC, a great advantage is both hands are free. If you need hands free while traveling then EUC is for you. First thing that comes to mind would be patrols - police, press persons, military, maybe persons doing searches with scanners, equipment use while moving ( probably unsafe..) Do you think you could operate, say, a drone while going straight and level?

[@4578simonhi]

I love my EUC … It’s not the fastest, newest or best available but for my needs it is perfect. I bought a second hand 16X a year ago and have put 2000km on it in a year commuting to work. It means I can afford to run a nicer car for my wife and kids, instead of two shitty cars. It’s light, easy to put on the seat of the train and carry up stairs. I keep looking at getting a second one but seriously find the 16X hard to beat. It’s so trust worthy and has never missed a beat. I look forward to riding it all the time and love that it has lifterally saved me days of walking or the hassle of dragging a bike or scooter onto a train. Plus, it makes other people smile. It is the future !!!

[@Ubeogesh]

"Can't balance", "afraid of learning" and "gear" are the poorest reasons ever. Everyone who can ride a bike can ride an EUC Afraid of learning, well it's basically "don't get it if you don't want to". All the gear is not for EUC specifically... it's for riding fast. If you ride 20 km\h, some wrist guards and a helmet (which you should be wearing on ANY rideable) will suffice. Maybe add other pieces while learning, but they're not needed when just commuting at bicycle speeds

[@markdraper3469]

My biggest fear of EUC's is equipment failure. I've had engine and transmission seizures, belts and chain breaks and maybe I've been lucky but I've been able in all those times to bring my vehicle (car, motorcycle or scooter) to a safe stop mostly on the geometry of the device.

[@johnvillanueva1980]

I snipped one of the windings in the motor stator while hammering the bearings to swap them which only fully disconnected at high speed down the highway. Imagine that on EUC. Instant trip to emergency ward with months of hospitalization. @Mark Draper is right on equipment failure caused by normal wear down but can also be caused by rider inexperience/mistakes which are normal in real world scenarios.

[@Blox117]

@@johnvillanueva1980 thats really your fault in that case

[@123dweaver]

@@johnvillanueva1980 Dam, were you wearing protective gear though?

[@_.l4n3]

@@Blox117 Dude imagine how many people tell him that. He was in the hospital for months. Go outside dude make a friend

[@Blox117]

@@_.l4n3 are you mentally slow?

[@powerhouse455]

you always have great advice!

[@Hangin_With_Shane]

👍 Excellent points Adam!

[@gdriuss]

Safety gear is a deal breaker for me. It is too cumbersome for everyday's commutes. Luckily you don't need it at ~30 kph with reliable EUC. I got my V8F this winter and learned on icy pavements. I can tell that you can just off the wheel at 25kph and run away even in slippery conditions. Though, I haven't tried this at the max speed of V8F (35kph). In general, if you want to use EUC for commuting without safety gear, anything faster than V8F (or V10F for heavy riders) is overkill. So EUCs are not that expensive. We need more safe, light commuting wheels.

[@honestlee9921]

Just curious, because I have the same wheel, do u still wear a helmet for that ride? I don't use it when I go from my car to my work which is a 5 min walk . But when ever I take it out for fun I usually wear my full face and wrist pads . If I'm feeling less lazy I'll put on my elbow protection and knee pads

[@whatsupbudbud]

@@honestlee9921 It is my opinion that this decision depends on your skill level. If you can safely bail by jumping off, are always aware of sudden dangers - the gear a lot of the times is not necessary. High traffic is a different matter as a lot of people are dumb with respect to other traffic members, so if you commute in busy streets then gear will be necessary. I ride V12 since spring this year with a full motorcycle helmet and without, depending on conditions. No issue after a couple drinks as well but then the speed must be low of course and helmet mandatory.

[@johnbgibbs]

@@whatsupbudbud I spend most of my time between 25 and 30 km/h and I wear no protective gear. Yes, you can just abandon ship and run if you hit a bump or get the wobbles, but trust me, there is no mercy when you have a cut out. Your brain has to bypass the stumble reflex so that you can accelerate without automatically stepping off the wheel. If the wheel stops, the very first thing you are aware of is your head hitting the ground. It's the creepiest thing. The solution there is to be aware of the wheel's limitations and set the alarms accordingly. I was riding up a hill with low battery on a cold day. Wham! Serous school fees. Took weeks to recover. I am 58.

[@whatsupbudbud]

@@johnbgibbs My v12 three days ago gave in below me (right pedal broke), I didn't have any armor. A lot of bruises and torn ligaments in one hand but nothing else, so I disagree that losing the device from under your feet makes you go head in into the tarmac.

[@magicdragon7819]

Euc is much like riding a bike (motorcycle). I mean the same level of risk to fall down or collision with other transport o pedestrian. It requires constant attention when riding. On the other hand, it gives great feeling of flight together with positive emotions of doing some tricks& jumps. I've been riding my Euc for 4 years riding home-office and back.

[@LogicOfaMadman]

Great video, thank you.

[@gritred5500]

In AZ at 115 degrees for instance I worry the heat is too much for the battery, the boards, and the motor. I dont charge my sherman past 78% under those conditions not run lower than 50% just for battery sake. I also find those I can go into a store and buy some things it is awkward to shop and push along the EUC. I feel this way about accidents it feels more likely but at most speeds it seems like I am safer not going over a handlebar right into my chin. I have had 5mph crashes on electric onyx bike, ann electric scooter and a 5mph, 10mph, and a 25mph crash on an euc and i’d take that fast crash on the euc over the scooter or bike just because of the way i hit. An oddity on the euc is the effect of stance footing etc on ride and control and confidence there is a lot more effort sometimes and when you hop on it could be a great ride or just a little bit off. i’m insecure about the reliability of an euc wondering when I will have a cut out. I’ve three times already had the wheel shut off just when wheeling it around a store so that’s not confidence inspiring.

[@regbanks7888]

Great job man. We appreciate it.

[@WolfManJammer]

Great video. Convinced me to start saving for one :)

[@1forfun]

Hi Adam. Good job on your videos. I'm fairly new to EUC's and I always enjoy your content. It would be great (for us beginners) to know what wheel you are riding in your videos.

[@NihonDream]

Adam can ride anything with the same amount of grace, dynamics and proficiency. 😁

[@darkhorseeuc]

Huge reason: IT RUINS WALKING! Now whenever I have to walk any short distance, my brain tells me to lean and teleport there instantly. Then I have to realize I don’t have my wheel and have to hoof it over step by step.

[@mattca353]

What is this new experience..its so sluggish, taxing and it take forever to get anywhere Walking, that's called walking.

[@Gideon-300]

Ha ha so true. It happens even on a bike. I was thinking this while riding my bike instead of the sherman like what is this outdated sluggish machine that moves like molasses.

[@Blox117]

@@Gideon-300 i mean the bike moves as fast as the operator...

[@Gideon-300]

@@Blox117 yeah but even if you are pedaling like a tour de france pro at 25mph that feels slow compared to gliding effortlessly on a hyper euc like the sherman or master.

[@Blox117]

@@Gideon-300 25 is slow compared to 50 yes. but its equivalent to an mcm5. btw, i can do 25 so it doesnt take a pro athlete

[@rhalfik]

7. Find hot single wheels in your area.

[@scottmorris7320]

Great video Adam, really well though out.

[@johndelphiaiii7623]

Around where i live, in a suburb of Detroit, Michigan, one of the problems with bicycling is the lack of safe bicycling lanes, mainly due to traffic not noticing bicycles, and the seasonality of sidewalk use due to a lack of sidewalk sweeping in winter. Thus for me only a low cost bicycle would be wanted - and only as a summer sidewalk toy for some fun, maybe some local excercise. (i actually have a solid tire Strida folding bicycle, for weird reasons - it also has a rider learning curve) In Detroit proper, however, an EUC would actually be a useful machine, since the traffic is used to pedestrian and bicycle traffic sidewalks are kept more clear of snow during winter and the need to bring the EUC inside (instead of locking it outside) mean the small cheaper slower ones that would be good amongst people on sidewalks are actually better.

[@davedominique2978]

You really are a great advocate for EUC's and give a full Sphere of information for interested people like myself.

[@EdLrandom]

IDK, I use to think gear is a big deal but now when I have my favorite gear I don't really feel it. In the hottest weather, I do kneepads + wristguards + helmet, also motorcycle jacket I have looks nice as a regular jacket so no extra time to put it on. A protective shirt I have can also be under a regular shirt so it's stealthy. It's not that different from regular clothing, also if you go into traffic, and you have to in most places... you just look stupid and poor there without gear, like kids that spend their last money on used motorcycles and think it's cool to ride without a helmet. I feel like wearing gear makes people expect that I can go fast but without, it makes everyone think I'm riding a toy.

[@greenwave819]

on the flip of that, sometimes looking like you're riding a toy can be a good thing. Pretending that these are motorcycles is a quick way to draw attention from Karens and worrywarts. Then laws and regulations end up getting passed like what has happened in some places Adam mentioned above.

[@EdLrandom]

@@greenwave819 Well in the Netherlands there are no anti-EUC laws, what they have is a requirement for motorized vehicles to get insurance but no insurance type for a one-wheeled vehicle. They allow mopeds on the bike paths, for example, you just need insurance and a helmet. I would prefer a Caren yelling at me over every car driver trying to pass me thinking I'm riding a toy with toy speeds. Sometimes I take off my helmet when riding super slow among pedestrians and having a drink or street food though, that's the beutty of the EUC.

[@greenwave819]

@@EdLrandom seems like if you're not going at toy speeds, cars wouldn't try to pass you like you were going at toy speeds... thanks though for the clarification about the Netherlands not having insurance for EUCs. can you get insurance for an ebike. seems like that should count for the legal standpoint if that's the closest option

[@martinsaunders2942]

I ride mostly at bicycle speeds, and hate dressing up in full motor cycle gear.. so I don’t. Wrist guards, knee pads and a LazyRolling jacket when it gets cooler. A helmet if going trail riding.

[@EdLrandom]

@@martinsaunders2942 Do you have a motorcycle helmet?

[@thegreenhansel]

Beim Punkt expensive muss ich wiedersprechen... wenn man EUC und Scooter vergleicht is Preis Leistung bei EUC teilweise sogar besser... wenn man bedenkt wie viel mehr Technik verbaut ist... aber wieder mal geniales Video... like always ;-) ride hard stay save gruuuzzz

[@steve00alt70]

They are still too expensive even when they have been out for a long while, but I guess low demand high price. But another steeraway is the security aspect to it, altho you can attach a tracker tag to it but you have to report it to law enforcement, and if it keeps getting stolen its a headache.

[@OliGerard]

Excellent summary of the main reasons why not to start with EUC. Bravo !

[@dirkschelfhout6460]

I lock my KS18 with a chain through the suspension thing. plus lock wheel with software.

[@xptechmikie]

Excellent presentation. My friend. I only have one question and that is about, if it's possible to pull a small trailer with it, as per your groceries, in a basket with wheels.

[@dangerous8333]

Just get a small 250cc motorcycle man.

[@ilaj3542]

I got a cheap model once about 700 bucks I think but it was an investment for me I figured it could take me anywhere and I wouldn't have to take the awful public transportation in jersey for it. It took me a few weeks to learn it but eventually I got it up and down the driveway of my apartment and eventually down the block once. So in all my confidence my sister wanted something from the store so I thought I could ride down to get it. I wiped out in the parking lot and the ECU skittered on the ground mind you it didn't crash into anything just skittered and not even that far. Didn't matter though when I got back home it was fucked. Constantly reading out low battery the battery gauge going everywhere and it no longer self balancing leaning back or forwards making it unusable. sending it back to the manufacture would cost me shipping plus 100/hr for maintenance and when I called up 3rd party repair in NY I had a talk with them about my situation and he tried to get me on the idea of buying an even expensive wheel just to get to work. He also told me the motherboards the part that was probably broken in mine can be pretty finicky in these boards and that he leaned one of his wheels against a bank window once and it broke. When I asked about fixing it or giving it to them for scrap he asked another guy and they basically told me it was garbage and that fixing it would basically be the same price as buying a new one. When I told him how that's alot for me he laughed and said he was looking at a 1,200 dollar wheel with 1,500 dollars worth of mods on it and that this was basically nothing. That was when I was completely discouraged with EUCs and bought a cheap 300 dollar scooter that's taken 2 good hits and has kept going for a good couple of months only damage being water damage from a big storm recently, but it's still kicking.

[@AndreiPetunin]

Oh man, wish I watched a video like yours 5 years ago! So many great reasons not to get one!

[@user-vm7db1gn6k]

Another excellent lesson!

[@pedrorodriguez1931]

Adam you re the best ypu love this things like we all do and its shows i love your rides and videos and your topics always clever and fun great man

[@johnvillanueva1980]

Here's another 9 reasons: 1) Price 2) Weight (for anyone with stairs or if you wanna share with your girlfriend) 3) Spare parts (forget going down the road or buying a compatible motor/electronics/battery from a different company) 4) Safety (you're inevitably gonna lick the asphalt) 5) Carryability (where you leave it when going to a shop) 6) Safety gear (you sweat like a river during summer) 7) Complexity (the amount of parts you gotta check for regular maintenance) 8) Range (good luck plugging an additional battery pack or swapping the existing one on the fly) 9) Upgradeability (5-10 years later when you want a stronger motor or different wheel type or upgrade electronics to latest gen with new features/sensors/etc)

[@JR-wd6ig]

Hi I was just wondering you guys have a lot of experience with scooters I need a little advice I really want the qiewa q hunter scooter but I just found out it comes with 36 amp hour Chinese batteries I don't know much about Chinese batteries I'm scared it could catch fire or anything please tell me if it's a good idea to buy scooter. should I be concerned? Ty

[@igorgoga7985]

Adam, how is the performance (overheating) of a moto tire on the Sherman (is it mounted tubeless on yours?)

[@1MrBanff]

Thinking of getting into this. Only question is do I get something with suspension or not? Mostly road and sidewalk riding for me. Looking at the Inmotion V12 high speed

[@K1989L]

Most of them are illegal on public roads in Finland. An electric mobility vehicle must be limited to 1000W and 25km/h to be allowed in the road.

[@gokhanmuhtar1129]

Hey do you use any extra part for sit down on begode ? Or you can just do it directly without anything?

[@DuffMan-lh9lc]

The electronic lock (such the v12 one) to me is absolutely useless, because anyone could simply lift the wheel, take it away and refresh the firmware or simply sell spare parts from it. Fortunately the Master can be chain locked passing under the suspension, but I vastly prefer taking it with me into stores

[@Shawn-yp9ic]

Wondering what city you are riding in, it's beautiful and so much parks and wide sidewalks and fountains, ramps, streams. perfect for riding an electric vehicle and navigating around while avoiding using streets.

[@chrisogrady28]

I think EUCs are the same cost as bikes. Good bikes are also £2000+ especially if you're an aggressive/fast/heavy rider you can't just get a £500 halfords special.

[@Ubeogesh]

there're lots more bikes and scooters in low price range than EUCs tho

[@gritred5500]

oh another is stopping it has been a very infrequent issue but sometimes I can’t slow down fast enough and it has been “turn and pray” a couple times.. it’s not a great feeling when you have to stop fast and can’t.. the other is gravel and the tendency to slip around plus the weakness of these wheels they just are not strong wheels and they bend easily and a dent occurs at slow speeds my experience hitting a curb at 32lb pressure at a bike speed. what else ? well, I have not replaced my own wheel or tire but I had it completed at a shop but I just don’t wish to do that. I’ve done this on scooters and bikes but not my sherman just not fun proposition for me.

[@chiefhood]

good point the gear issue, might be a hassle of it's very hot like where i live, it reaches 50degC with humidity.... I'm afraid my incoming S22 won't hold and explode!!!! any advises here??? maybe a cooler in future, lol

[@andreastziakouris]

Hi there. I live in Cyprus where there are no bicycle lanes and hardly any pavements. Would you recommend getting an EUC? I would have to ride on pavements (in the rare cases that the exist) or on dirt roads. Also what do you do in case the EUC breaks down? There are no EUC shops in Cyprus.

[@whatsupbudbud]

Get an euc with suspension and ride on roads. No advise for breaking down though except learn to disassemble and replace the electronics should you need to. It's a pain in the ass but doable.

[@pattraparojanasomsith4666]

I would instead choose a high-speed e-scooter, high-speed EUC is more dangerous. This is my experience. 80 to 90 km/h on EUC is too much for me. I would instead choose a 100 km/h e-scooter. EUC is more dangerous than an e-scooter because EUC doesn't have a handlebar, so you need more balance. However, e-scooters have a handlebar, so they feel safer. My max speed on EUC is 35 km/h. My max speed on the E-scooter is 75 km/h.

[@GonTar_X]

i can see your final point of carrying shopping spree stuff and EUC not matching, but with bicicles or other similar sized transport options you could in theory have some attach and detach devices to help you carry extra load without problems like affecting your balance or getting your hand busy when they shouldn't. In theory if you are just moving yourself (person) from point A to B, EUC feels like the 1° choice, for efficiency and mobility. But for everything else, i feel having the option for Carry extra load with you, or even 1 extra person (friend / partner / etc) it's a deal breaker for me, since i would love to go long range to buy stuff and come back with it on my personal transport and even being able to carry 1 more person with me if possible

[@DigiDriftZone]

I just have 1: Because in London (UK) anyway, they are cracking down. It's illegal to even transport them switched off, let alone ride them. It is very sad as I have been riding my EUC for 4 years and all of a sudden I started getting stopped constantly until I had to stop riding it.

[@JoachimVesely]

Who is stopping you, and in what part of the city? Been riding electric scooters for about three years and an EUC for about 4 months now and have not had any issues, thank God. Yes, TfL banned them, sadly, but I use these vehicles INSTEAD of TfL, so that would only be an issue if you have a flat tire (and even there, I haven’t had an issue so far the couple times I needed to take it on the bus).

[@DigiDriftZone]

@@JoachimVesely Transport Police

[@DigiDriftZone]

I am ~20 miles from the centre so that's not practical. I used to bring the EUC with me on the TFL every day for 4 years. I'm about 1.3 miles from the station and generally would ride a mile or two in the city centre. So it was my "last mile" commute on either end. Same when going to meetings outside of London. Those were the days.

[@JoachimVesely]

@@DigiDriftZone Ah, OK, I can see how that would be complicated, that’s a huge shame. I live closer, Zone 3/4, so mostly just ride directly where I need to, but I also don’t need to go to the centre very often and that helps, because I think that’s where you are more likely to run afoul of a busybody officer.

[@greenwave819]

With energy prices as high as they are, and with all the law makers wanting to switch to green energy, it's shocking they also want to crack down on personal transport that gets over a 1000 miles per gallon. Gather some solid facts about how clean/beneficial PEVs are and address your law makers. These devices grow safer by the day. The spontaneous combustion days seem to be in the past now. Wear your gear, follow traffic laws, be smart, be safe, be friendly. It's on us to set an example for the future.

[@Andre-Mostert]

Excellent points

[@SkylerLinux]

Totally need to see an updated Why to get an EUC

[@TheAnimeist]

The only reason not to ride an EUC is that the batteries are not charged.

[@beveik]

Hit-and-miss Chinese quality on product that solely depends on solid, Western quality standards to work safely and not kill or seriously injure its user. This alone ended my EUC relationship despite how much i loved riding them. It's like dating a crazy girlfriend.

[@Blox117]

and then you look at onewheels and see they have even worse build quality

[@michaellmcentire]

Adam, I like that jacket. What brand is it sir?

[@BlazingPhoenix_]

I want to get into euc riding. I liked the inmotion v12 and someone told me that its not a bad wheel to learn on but i would like some more opinions on it. I am looking for an all around good wheel with water resistance to be sure but because you have had your problem's with it am questioning if that's a good idea

[@whatsupbudbud]

I have the V12 though learned on Gotway mcm5. Mcm5 is definitely a lot easier to learn on as it's quite nimble but it is more like a toy when compared to the V12. I've taught people riding on both and can say that people prefer the V12 hands down because: 1) It's more stable 2) Calves/ankles get scratched less when learning 3) Easier to catch with your hands when you jump off due to losing balance, so less prone to damage when learning. Be sure to get Grizzla pads for it and aftermarket feet holders. You're gonna love it, trust me!

[@BlazingPhoenix_]

@@whatsupbudbud thanks for the info

[@julietittler9171]

Yes. I’d love to see a video on why to get EUCs

[@karkru]

The reason I sold my euc was a combination of cost and legal stuff. In order to make it work for me, the only option was to buy fast suspension wheel. It really bothered me that even though I make a huge investment (wheel itself) and gear up properly to be safe, I can still be fined if I go over 25kph... I'd rather they treat it as a motorcycle ( put a licence plate on it, leave bike paths/sidewalks and stick to roads only) than stay in this semi-legal limbo. Simply too expensive for that kind of legal risk and uncertainty.

[@Elizahmations]

Where do you live ?

[@wendigo8835]

Me, my friends started learning how to ride one wheels I got really good at it, and then I heard about these things, ain't nothing gonna really change my mind about trying one of these out.

[@tarassu]

What do you think for legal compromise. I was thinking about maximum speed. How about 45km/h absolute maximum like mopeds? Will it make users hate the system? How about not getting killed? What is expected 90% survival rate speed with immovable object WITH safety helmet and nothing else? Or maybe helmet is not enough and something else shall be used according to law?

[@Adam_Stefaniak]

O kurwa, Pole Mokotowskie, ale sztos! niezly ziomek jestes! Jak to sie sprawdza na drograch w Stolicy? Planuje takim smigac z Bielan na Mordor? Jak sobie radzisz z psami? sporo mandatow? Pozdro ziom!

[@georgH]

Is it a problem to ride it in Kraków? I mean, in bike lanes same as e-scooters?

[@davidpelletier9235]

Bought my first, probably only, EUC, I'm 62 years old. I now use it to commute the 2 miles to work. 😊

[@terkelalgevind529]

With the rampant vandalizing in Copenhagen and Warsaw alike, I got my expensive bike ruined, someone cut my seat as I visit one of the touristy bars. on my first day in Poland... In Copenhagen 3 bikes stolen and 11 times vandalizing.... I dont know why anyone would get a mode of transportation and leave it out with the mad mob!!! Just like I dont get cat people who get a cat and let it roam the city, with the mad mob... Guess we are all different....

[@martinsaunders2942]

I guess they are not being stolen and vandalised by actual Swedes or Poles though!

[@terkelalgevind529]

@@martinsaunders2942 I dont know with Poland but in Malmø I know it was not the blonds so to say.. :P

[@terkelalgevind529]

@@martinsaunders2942 I did work to try and fix the cultural rot in Malmö, but we lost funding and political backing.. So the place has gone further downhill, with several no go zones... Malmö is now a higher risk for a solo female to walk then a solo female backpacking in Morocco. It is sad because most of the arabs and blacks there is good folks, trust me on this, but the cultural gangster rot and enabling rotten globalist politics further the violence and it is done on purpose to fragment sweden and the north just like germany does it to mess up unity... We could easily uniite with the arabs, if they was not allowed to grow radical islam and culture and "we" was not left in the dark.

[@Blox117]

im guessing theft has increased since you all let those "refugees" in your countries

[@Highvoltagedelivery]

Very true about not getting an EUC if you don't like attention. Don't mind it most days but some days I just wish I could ride about unnoticed and not have the same conversation each time haha

[@turbopokey]

I stay away because for me it would have to have a wheel probably a foot wide and be made out of aircraft grade steel. Also things tend to break when I step on them. Also, also I’m not flexible. It does look like fun though.

[@jawsilent13]

Very honest video

[@husslenhytops47]

I found a airwheel x3 @ goodwill for 150 no charger so I used a 20% off coupon towards it so I got it for 120 n took it home ordered a charger for like 15 n found out it wouldn't charge so I took it apart n found out the wiring was backwards to the charging port area of the euc so I fixed that by turning em around n it started to charge I rode it for a day or two n now I'm really want a king song 22 or a Sherman begode but they're all 2,000-3,800 think I might sell my truck n my PS5 to get one lol

[@MikaelLevoniemi]

Yeah you'll need a thick skin with this hobby. I went to a local park festival with my ride and all the gear and did notice everyones eyes on me for a while. But it didn't bother me and they got bored quickly.

[@Epiclife.]

Hello I want to start with a unicycle but I'm from Puerto Rico in the shipping I don't find a place that can ship it to me can you help me where can I buy one

[@mr_wrongway]

Hey, sorry sadly I don’t know local distributors there :/

[@bluecry2000]

I have never wore that much protection when i am riding my africa twin for my 5k northern turkey mountain ride. Are you serious?

[@Sc00terNut]

EUCs look like a ton of fun. I was offered free EUC classes abd even a great deal one one, but at this time I think I will pass. I already own a bike and two high-powered scooters, which work well for my needs. But I gotta say, EUCs look very cool.

[@kirbyscovers]

This one should be obvious - but if you're in a relationship - and the other half doesn't ride an EUC or doesn't want to learn - then on nice days you ride and leave them at home - upon your return all of your belongings are on the front lawn :-)

[@0tgman]

Great video. I'm 72 years young and ride a e-mtb just wondering if there are any transferable skills from a e-mtb to the EUC?

[@TheSkystrider]

Totally convinced me to buy one! Now I just gotta find the moneys.

[@PlzrApplRepair]

What wheel brand and model are you riding in this video?

[@Adriano70911]

I'm moving to Warsaw so I hope I'll find some buddies to ride with quickly

[@mr_wrongway]

You’re welcome here! For sure, check out Warsaw Street Riders on Facebook

[@Adriano70911]

@@mr_wrongway I won't hesitate thanks

[@JaredPerez-hq1hf]

After watching you so comfortably speak while riding in this video I'm definitely inspired to at the very least try to learn to ride one. Anybody recommend some good beginners under $1k?

[@kokopelli314]

I'd love to get one of these, but I live in a rural area with bad roads and pot holes, no cycle lanes or infrastructure and impatient and occasionally aggressive drivers.

[@whatsupbudbud]

Get a suspension euc and go off-road. :)