Don't Buy Your First EUC Before Watching This! Ultimate First Time EUC Buyer's Guide

[@WheelGoodTime]

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[@captnhuffy]

Subbed!

Timeline segments are a must in 2023 on KZbin. Especially with 15 minutes + videos. Thanks for considering it!

[@WheelGoodTime]

I plan to do the same with my old videos as well when I have time to set aside for it :)

[@yinshah3303]

I have the attention span if a knat and my time is limited by other useless videos I got planned for the day. So please let me waste my time efficiently. Thanks.

[@SchneckenTrinkenFanta]

Still valid comment in 2024 ;)

[@jamescrofton]

Thanks for helping shout out for Next Gen Mobility. Greatly appreciated.

[@iSaevilys]

Trail, jumper, child and large learner, maybe i missed something but what about everyday commute in urban environment ? I'm saying, 20min commute in the city with maybe some bumps in the road/bicycle lanes

[@WheelGoodTime]

Yeah I could have added in there a category for that. I have just the video on the way right now which addresses your desires. For a starter wheel, if you get an 18"ish wheel, then you'll want either an s19, Patton, Extreme, or Commander Mini. That video will be live in less than a week, which compares those 4 EUCs in great detail🙂

[@iiiAm_TAM]

This guy knows his stuff. Nice video! Keep it up.

[@tonymejias8171]

Your right. I bought a cheap euc without helmet and I paid the price. Now I have a V12 HS, full face helmet, and protection gear. Regards from Puerto Rico Rider 🇵🇷.

[@jamesm217]

You're doing a great job with your channel, informative good content!

[@WheelGoodTime]

Thank you so much! 😃 I'm working hard to improve my editing skills, and trying to make each video better quality than the one(s) before.

[@lunchymunchy2984]

, wanted to say ...The reason we refer to the edge to edge wheel size is because the gyroscopic properties of a an euc wheel are integral to its riding and handling characteristics unlike multi wheeled vehicles

[@lunchymunchy2984]

Great video btw, friendly and informative 🙏🏻

[@WheelGoodTime]

You are absolutely right. 🙂

[@skipsmoto]

Great video with some solid information 👏👏😍

[@captnhuffy]

Thanks so much for making & posting!! Just thinking out loud here: 1) For fun, recreation, motivation, health and wellbeing. Mostly trails. 2) Size matters 😂 I guess I’m fine with very small. 10 to 20 mph maybe my norm. maybe. So maybe 15” ? I dunno. Please consider this question: What would you recommend for first wheel if money and upgrade costs aren’t an issue? 3) Yes, a butt tons of gear. Specific shoes or boots, wrist guards elbow shoulder head knees ass-padding , and maybe hips too.. Extra padding for the cell phone too. I dunno. 4) Loud and clear. I hope to out grow my first euc quickly. Buying used , much smaller and non suspension euc is fine w me. If I like euc I’ll own two. If I love euc I own three. If I adore it I’ll own four different euc. Learning on smaller bikes was not only faster, it was funner, and it is great to switch back to smaller bicycles and motorcycles later on. Maybe euc is much the same.. perhaps it is more important than w two wheels, I dunno yet. 5) yes to coil suspension, if I can get that good. I’m just over 200lbs, so that’s a factor. 6) fuk the State! We need, need, greater levels of anarchy/ personal sovereignty. Simply take Personal Responsibility for all you do, and expect the same from others. 7) Support local businesses and they will help you in numerous ways!! 8) yes to wheel protectors. 9) 16:38 okay, but prolly for my third wheel (maybe second one) but certainly the one that is lighter w the best suspension, but only small jumps. 17:50 very very interesting. Maybe this “old man” should consider it for his first wheel?? Maybe 18:58 for my second wheel? I dunno. Again, thanks so much for this advice and overview!! It would be **great* to hear your response to my thoughts.

[@WheelGoodTime]

Hoo boy, lots to respond to here 😄 let me ask you this: what is your (approximate) location? If you are close-ish to an EUC vendor, many of them offer a free first lesson to get you up and running. This will help overcome the initial learning curve and you might be able to just jump into the "fast " EUC that you want. Also, what is your budget? If you can only afford to get one "nice/fancy/fact" EUC, then I recommend getting the one that you want and just struggling through the harder learning curve, if you have the mental fortitude to do that. If you have children who want to learn, I would suggest possibly buying an A2 and you can give it to your child to use after your skills have outgrown it. Even small wheels have their uses, even for experienced riders. I got my daughter an A2 to learn on, but I still use it occasionally for little tasks that don't merit using a "big" EUC. Small wheels are so much more packable in a car also. 10 to 20 mph is very doable with small EUCs such as an A2. I can't tell you exactly which to buy since I don't know your use case, but I think you'll be happy with a more powerful starter wheel such as an A2, or diving right into a powerful EUC such as a Patton/Extreme/V14 if your budget (and patience) allows for it. Hope this helps, and hit me up again if you want further recommendations 🙂

[@captnhuffy]

@@WheelGoodTime Thanks. Exactly the kiqnd of feedback I was looking for! I’m in the USofA, West coast.. and a snowbird. I RV tons, as far north as western Canada then & down into Mexico. Coastal is my norm, but sometimes Colorado. Which takes us to transporting one or more wheels, as my RV is pretty small .. A wheel or two should be easier to transport than my other toys. It becomes a big deal to have more than one bicycle, worse still to have more than one motorcycle. Protection from elements is a big deal as I don’t see myself storing them inside my rig. I see myself having to ship the euc to store’s service centers for major service , as I usually avoid cities as if they are hell-holes. I like the way you think, and now I’m wondering if one of the store fronts would rent me one for a week and give lessons, while a mid sized unit is on order.. or at least deposit is on hold. I guess I could maybe do L.A. or Vegas , but Quartzsite or Yuma AZ would be excellent for the next couple weeks. Trail & dirt use will be the largest percentage of my use, so the right tire is vital. Not sure what else would be vital .. well, except maybe impact protective gear over abrasion (high speed) protective gear. I dunno what else 🤷 Maybe this prompts you to ask me more particular questions? Already you have been very helpful!!

[@WheelGoodTime]

@@captnhuffy in the West Coast there is Alien rides in SF and Vegas, and they have a good reputation. To pay the absolute least, Next Gen Mobility offers by far the best value - that's based in LA, but there isn't a physical storefront. In Tucson AZ, there is a service center for eWheels and they might be able to greet you and show you around, but I'm sure that would take a call ahead and they might say no. Eevee's is in Vancouver BC and they offer demos of all their products as well. I recommend all those dealers 😊 I don't know which ones offer rentals if you don't know how to ride already but it's worth a phone call to them to see 🙂

[@captnhuffy]

@@WheelGoodTime Replying again: lookie lookie! looking at your link-tree I see that alien Rides has a Vegas location. Pretty far outta my way. LA would be better. Oh well. Maybe a vendor will be at the Quartzsite show this week?

[@WheelGoodTime]

@@captnhuffy something to keep in mind is that you generally do repairs DIY style. But don't fret, EUCs are generally easy to work on overall. But some vendors like Alien Rides offer a plan (with an extra charge) to do repair work. EUCs are very heavy and therefore super expensive to ship back and forth so DIY repairs are preferred for dealers and buyers alike, for the most part.

[@BroosDager]

Old, Long time mtn and road biker getting ready to go euc. Already have a cyc ebike and waiting now for my bull k6. Hopefully I can learn this it looks similar to the feel of hang gliding to me lol.

[@thanh-nguyen1976]

Great video.

[@grb1969]

My first wheel has a 300W motor and I'm 300lbs! Sure its got a 7mile range at 12mph max and could cut out if you're not careful on an 8 degree slope but the learning experience was invaluable! It was 6 months before I decided to upgrade to a 16x but I'll always keep and love my first ride. Granted, I did have to rebuild the wheel 3x but that experience was also invaluable. $75 used/$250 new... what's not to love... {I currently have 5 wheels, none bought new.} I couldn't more highly recommend the 16x (used only) for a starter wheel, maybe the 18xl too but everything KS has made since then has been hot garbage! IF YOU MUST have a performance wheel, the O.G. Sherman and Sherman Max have extraordinary reputations for non-suspension wheels. The Sherman S is the only suspension wheel I would consider until the Challenger is upgraded and the Adventurer proves itself worthy. NEVER buy a 1st gen wheel. ALL wheels require DIY service and maintenance, so don't expect to not have to disassemble and repair your wheel at least once a year, if riding regularly.

[@vim55k]

How would be 16s instead of 16x as a starter wheel for 210lbs. Though it is only 1200w, it is light - 16kg... This guy is crazy, suggesting 22inch as a starter...

[@grb1969]

@@vim55k slightly lower speed and range but better agility and ease of learning. 👍

[@Andrew6ft2]

Very thorough video for newbies coming from someone who has been riding for 3 years.

[@DonovanWert]

Awesome video!!😎 Thanks brother!!🙏

[@dantemarcos1410]

Fast forward to 2024 : just get a veteran lynx 😝🤣🤣 checks all the box: build quality, speed, range, lightest from its class, comfort, water resistance.

[@WheelGoodTime]

That's awesome to hear!! Mine is about to head my way very soon, can't wait to ride it 🫡

[@UpcomingJedi]

My airwheel x3 is about 9 years old according to the writing on the battery wrap it had but according to the whiskers still on the tire, its brand new fo a Benjamin. Great deal!

[@kalle5548]

Got a 16s 840w and reached its full potential in like 2 weeks, still amazing since it's so small and light I can take it on the train no problem :)

[@matthewlongwell-p9q]

Have you tried getting operators insurance. It's where you are insured for anything you drive. not as much as insuring the vehicle as the driver

[@WheelGoodTime]

Interesting - I'll look into it!! Thanks for the idea!

[@steveland8014]

Great video, thanks! Maybe you were just future-proofing a bit, but there seemed to be a bit of Begode bias. For your trail wheel recommendations, you recommended two Begode wheels that aren’t even out yet over many good existing trail wheels that could also be found used.

[@WheelGoodTime]

Tha ks for the feedback! I did think to myself "man that's a lotta Begode love there... A little lopsided"... lol. If it's any consolation, I expect the IM adventure series to top the charts above all of those Begode wheels in the near future, if the price is right 👍

[@steveland8014]

Agreed that the near future is looking good, especially for trail wheels. I’m excited for it!

[@OnAirPromo]

Very accessible and informational video for beginners. Wish this were available when I began riding. Great job!

[@sazzowl_gaming8203]

Can you explain me the difference in importants of watts from your motor an volts from you base system.

[@WheelGoodTime]

To boil it down, having higher numbers for each will increase its power in terms of torque and top speed. On top of that, having a higher watt motor and higher voltage system increases power efficiency, heat dissipation, and your personal fun factor 😂

[@jessepope7726]

I’m surprised the Sherman Max didn’t get mentioned for a starter wheel. Suspension is great, but learning on something without suspension is something I would recommend to all new riders.

[@WheelGoodTime]

Isn't it weird how just a couple years ago, people said "don't ever start learning with a Shermax because it's too heavy"... And now that there are way heavier wheels out there, many recommend the shermax? 🤣 I still stand by my "suspension only" mentality but I just find it funny how the popular opinion about starter wheels has gradually shifted to heavier and heavier EUCs. 🙂

[@jessepope7726]

@@WheelGoodTime no doubt. When I first started trying to figure out what I would buy to start my EUC journey I was pretty certain it would be an IM v11 or 12. Ultimately I’m glad I went with something more powerful to start with.

[@nathenthatcher3318]

I weigh 275 6 ft 1. What would be a good first wheel to buy? Like to go fast and some off road trail riding.

[@WheelGoodTime]

I'd recommend the Extreme right now. It's heavier as a starter wheel, but for someone that is taller/heavier, I'd go with that one. For a larger wheel that is fast but more road-oriented, I recommend the EX30.

[@tylerdurden9411]

Awesome video, thanks

[@_film_flashback]

What are your thoughts on learning to ride an EUC on a hoverboard?

[@WheelGoodTime]

They are very different animals that don't translate well with each others. With an EUC, you have to constantly be in motion, much like on a bicycle, to keep your balance. If there is any device that translates well for learning EUCs, it would be riding an "analog" unicycle - which is significantly harder to learn.

[@grb1969]

Nice video. The community desperately needs a comprehensive list of reasons why NOT to buy each wheel out there and for whom each wheel is appropriate. There are common flaws and complaints about each model and consumers should be made more aware.

[@WheelGoodTime]

Thanks for the idea! I'll keep that in the back pocket for sure and possibly in the near future do a "EUCs to avoid in 2023!" ...or something like that. I can definitely talk people's' ears off about EUC issues lol

[@FEETLE]

THERES no regulatory body that set standards for small mobility devices hence why insurance companies cannot underwrite policies

[@UpcomingJedi]

The insurance comanies are thr ones behind regulations, not the other way around. Its just not financially in their best intrest to insure EUCs.

[@GzoGuitarWz]

Legality should be FIRST to consider I also don’t agree with “buy the largest motor you can afford so you can grow into it”. This has more risk for having people buying be discouraged because of the heavy wheel. I think buying a used learner wheel is way better suggestion , which you did suggest.

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

Thank you

[@HiltonT69]

Meat crayon - love it!

[@steveedwards4495]

If you follow the law then you can't have an EUC In the UK?

[@WheelGoodTime]

Technically, they don't allow riding an EUC on the road. And as far as I know, it might have to be on private land as well.

[@radzimil]

funny is that this's the same word to word what mr wrong way upload or hasing, not sure now xd wondering who is copying from whome O.o

[@WheelGoodTime]

@@radzimil what are you talking about?

[@radzimil]

Im looking for guide what euc buy and im watching every video about it. And i watch same guide from wrong way or hasing with almost exacly same words. I can pink it tomorrow as a proof; )

[@WheelGoodTime]

Meh, I believe you. I made this video over a year ago and have thought about making another one in the next 6 months that's more updated. "Ultimate buyer's guide" is pretty common and doesn't mean anyone's nefariously stealing each other's unique ideas. I recall Chooch making one a while back as well. We all have our opinions in regards to what the best EUCs for a beginner are, and those thoughts change as the EUC industry matures as well, and new products come into the market.

[@radzimil]

@WheelGoodTime understands this perfectly, but here I'm talking about copying word to word. It came to me when you mentioned the buy once cry once method. And about the different shock absorbers. Since im looking a starter euc for kinda heavier and higher man I'm wating for the updated guide ;)

[@dictionplacement5467]

I'm losing my freaking mind. no used wheel market close to me in my small town hrs away and have to cross over heavy traffic plus would have to borrow someone's freaking car! all the new wheels I'm looking at hardly

[@spacemooseable]

CURLY?

[@WheelGoodTime]

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[@ZuberEUC]

Doood...the Begode Extreme does not even exist...you are recommending something on paper that is a first batch pre-order for a first timer beginner? Otherwise, great content and very informative!

[@WheelGoodTime]

I am a first batch buyer myself, and I believe Begode has proven themselves to follow through on fixing first batch issues. For example, they sent all master, master pro and T4 owners replacement circuit boards to correct a cold weather screen display issue. Then they sent V1 master pro owners metal battery boxes free of charge, months later. They also sent T4 early adopters replacement motors. InMotion corrected their motor bolt safety issue, and LK sent upgrade packs for the SS early adopters. I probably should have included a disclaimer about being a first batch buyer, you are right. Maybe I have more faith in these companies than I should 😆 but at least it appears that they are not leaving first batch customers completely behind anymore.

[@stevesmith3033]

Bad experience with Lem from EUC Underground. Firstly he wanted to be paid as friends and family with PayPal or Venmo. Secondly he decided he had answered enough questions and just stopped responding. I called him out on this and he said: You can buy from whoever you want. I believe I answered plenty of questions. Please ask EWheels or RevRides for your questions

[@WheelGoodTime]

Wow, I'm sorry to hear that. I hope this isn't a trend, customer service is huge when operating an upstart business like EUC Ungerground.

[@stevesmith3033]

@@WheelGoodTime A business should not negate buyer protection to make a couple extra bucks. His response also indicates that if you take a chance and send him funds and you're lucky enough to actually receive a wheel, when something goes wrong and you need assistance he will likely leave you hanging.

[@UpcomingJedi]

Yeah, that sounds sketchy. Were you trying to J-word him down in price? Maybe he felt you were just kicking the tires and decided you werent serious about buying.

[@stevesmith3033]

@@UpcomingJedi Not at all and I was ready to send him the funds I just wanted to know what tire was on it and which batteries it came with. Fair questions I believe.