Inmotion V14 - First Look

[@Stan-kj8fq]

Wow, that’s a beautifully built wheel. EUCs have come a long way. The build quality alone will introduce conversations from onlookers. Thanks Marty

[@mike-gear2review]

Awesome video and thank you for always supporting the PEV community 🎉

[@terrenceclark763]

Thanks for your first impressions, Marty and I look forward to testing videos.

[@zogly9469]

It looks beautiful. 🤩 Too bad I'm broke right now. Looking forward to seeing the upcoming ride footage.

[@WheelGoodTime]

Thanks for all the fantastic info on this wheel! It was great riding with you on the tour, and it was a great pleasure meeting you!

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Remind me who you were on the Tour (Wheel Good Time doesn't help me 🙂) Thanks 👍

[@WheelGoodTime]

@@ElectricUnicycles Rob Fail 😊 I was one of the two that followed you back down Mount Wilson because I didn't want to subject my Master Pro to further torture after the grueling ride up 😂

[@leilani343]

It's great to see you back in action Marty. This is my next wheel. Can't wait.

[@TheDownloader86]

Awesome wheel. I have V12HT for 1,5 year. 5600km on the clock and the wheel is like new. It just screams quality! I am a bit sad that they do not used again the great color touch screen, but OK. The speakers broke after the first week in my case so the beeper is great choice :D. This is definatelly the wheel for my next season, I really love built quality of Inmotion wheels...

[@sebgro]

The V12 has superb build quality. Too bad the HT *still* has software problems, which likely will never be fixed. Self-acceleration happened to me recently. IM will ship a new driver board, but I doubt it will fix anything. The wheel also seems to turn off or forget how to balance for

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Wow, yours doesn't sound good

[@grb1969]

V14 in Orange is the 50GB batteries, V14 in Black will be the 50S batteries (in about a month).

[@QQ251647742]

So we can't have the V14 in orange with 50S cells?

[@BruceWayne15325]

Looks great. I'm happy to see that the wheel appears to be fairly durable. I agree, putting the charging ports on top was a weird choice, especially where they are trying to make it so waterproof. I actually like that they used the 4-pin connectors instead of the 5-pin since the pins will be bigger (in theory) and thus less likely to bend. I'm very excited to see how it rides. Hopefully your ankle allows you to have some fun with it!

[@ElectricUnicycles]

They use a 5-pin (tiny pins) connector but the wheel only has 4-pins. So you're not getting bigger pins. Thanks.

[@ZeroAlligator]

Noice! Can’t wait to see how it rides. Thank you for the in depth first look.

[@segment932]

Awesome, looking forward to the test ride. =)

[@jonislow]

Cant wait for the ride review!

[@ChrisTorina1]

Glad you’re back in te review game after your injury and I’m glad there’s a trolly handle for tall guys like me 😂

[@mr_Gurme]

It’s look very promising. Like high quality copy of Begode Extreme ) Hope to see famous Marty’s overheat stress test on steep hill in sunny California (and test your ankle as well)

[@jameskirk4692]

Thank you for this great preview of the unit!

[@FinnBjerke]

Its good to have you back mate.

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Thanks

[@drum_bt]

it's the age of good wheels started

[@Vikas-fv8rv]

Thanks for the info! Can’t wait to see the range test!

[@frederickoparah1669]

Waiting for the ride reviews, I had the good fortune to see this wheel many months ago in China, other manufacturers can keep increasing voltage and speed, but with the price of wheels now there is no way that I would ever buy a begode over inmotion or leaperkim.

[@noredmx1515]

Bob Ross of EUC reviews

[@mikeh6286]

Cool wheel. Looks nice. With how wheels are growing us lighter riders might actually prefer a 14in suspension wheel. I'm curious if they'll come. Hopefully not so heavy.

[@kabosune9097]

Love your content man! ❤ Hope you never go

[@s0d4c4n]

I'm sad they didn't stick with the v12 back charge panel, especially since this wheel can park face down. The v12 cover is super easy to open and practically self closes when you're done

[@zenurc]

Cant wait for mine to arrive!!!!!

[@emerymako4063]

Solid rim is good for cleaning. Like it so far.

[@zweemz2255]

imo, the 134v, 4 pin charege ports are flawed in that the square configuration of the pins can easily short and cause arcing if it is forcefully pluged in at a 90 or 270 degree rotation, especially with a aftermarket hyper charger where the charger's metal contacts are more exposed than the stock charger. im happy inmotion is deciding to use the more offset, 5 pin configuration, my frind was repeatedly blowing out his charge board and equipment accidentally pluging in wrong. im a begode fan boy, but i have to admit, I am impressed with what i see out the box here. The wheel looks amazing, great to see a progressive coil, this one checks off a lot of the boxes, performance will likely be curbed for safety im guessing but thats not terible. the apartment building I live in banned PEVs but are cinsidering lifting the ban for UL certified wheels so I am hoping the rumor about this having one is true.

[@grb1969]

Marty, I'd love to see someone drill and tap those pedals to insert MTB style studs in place of the cast nubs that come standard. Some community entrepreneur should offer a pedal exchange for a reasonable price, as most riders will want the studded inserts.

[@ElectricUnicycles]

I've seen that done already. It works.

[@eucfng]

awesome lunch time video. thanks 🤙

[@PepperandCaseysRV]

Wow. You don't waste any time. Do you!

[@kevinbradley3306]

I definitely don’t understand why they changed the trolley and the touch screen, those are my favorite features from the v12-13, hopefully they go back to the those for the v15

[@grb1969]

Cost competition.

[@scottsum1319]

Hope you do a v14 vs Extreme vs CoMini comparo. It'll be fun

[@ElectricUnicycles]

I only have a limited time so that's probably not in the cards

[@WheelGoodTime]

I'll be doing one with the v14 vs extreme soon :) I dont have access to the CMini right now sadly.

[@scottsum1319]

@@WheelGoodTimeThat would awesome. A frank objective unbiased comparo would be great. Will be eagerly awaiting your comparo soonest. Thxs

[@Reikon_a]

Marty, one more thing! Could you compare Adventure with Extreme and Commander mini?

[@ElectricUnicycles]

I don't have the Extreme. Maybe the Mini I can do

[@Laenthal]

I'm pretty sure that you can hose the top of the wheel and there would be no water in the charging ports, as long as its cover is present. Which.. is a usual problem for nearly each and every wheel i know of..

[@samuelju9247]

Thanks Marty for the video. If you have a chance, can you help check the max tire width it can take? Guessing 90cm should be fine, but any chance can fit 100cm width tire? Thanks🎉

[@ElectricUnicycles]

All I can say is that the tire has this printed on the side: 3.00-12 and RIM 2.15x12

[@samuelju9247]

@@ElectricUnicycles thanks Marty!

[@Mpower31]

Sweet Marty!!

[@cappiekillmore7754]

Looks cool.

[@patrickmckowen2999]

👍

[@lashley370z]

Gonna need a ladder to close the fully extended trolley handle!

[@BlazingPhoenix_]

I hope the testing goes well. I was thinking between this one and the patton but the known water resistance really helps a lot. Also i question if it would be a hard wheel to learn? I have a small wheel now.

[@Reikon_a]

Nice!!! But if I were you, I probably would be riding already ))

[@casealexander9458]

I am very curious how it behaves with the battery packs at different voltages. I can imagine it would be very useful for long distance group rides to carry two replacement packs to swap out.

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Endless numbers of people have commented about carrying batteries. Wait until you actually do it and you'll totally change your mind. Had a friend carry an extra 300-wh S18 battery in his backpack on a ride and he said he'd never do it again because of the extreme discomfort.

[@omidel.]

yo...nice seeing you all good and healthy... that post on instagram with you on A2 was a premonition... When will you receive the Lynx?

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Next week or so

[@Rejysty]

Nice 🙂👍

[@samanderson806]

My Extreme came with a 5 amp charger.

[@electricguy109]

It would be nice if you could put a V11, V12 and V13 aside the V14.

[@ElectricUnicycles]

If I had those other wheels I would

[@TeamBlindMouse]

no easy way to get to the preload ring to adjust it ?

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Actual the adjustment ring looked readily accessible

[@s0d4c4n]

Does the v14 still have the Sound Wave feature from the v12?

[@ElectricUnicycles]

I don't think so. Haven't seen any evidence of speakers

[@s0d4c4n]

@@ElectricUnicycles thank you! a couple more questions if you don't mind - 1) does the wheel make an audibly different beep when you turn the light on vs off? 2) can you lift the machine with the front handle and the back suspension bar to help lift higher to get it into a trunk for example?

[@ElectricUnicycles]

@@s0d4c4n The wheel is not functioning at the moment so I can't answer your first question. I lift it with the front handle and rear kickstand for even better leaverage.

[@s0d4c4n]

@@ElectricUnicycles thank you! I hope you get those replacement parts soon

[@petermyg]

isn't the valve of the tube pointing in the wrong direction?

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Perhaps

[@Reikon_a]

yep, I've also pointed out that

[@JailbreakTips]

no touch screen display?? seems like a downgrade :/

[@BunnyslippersEUC]

It is the Mandela effect...the Adventurer.

[@roghaj]

Do a wheelie

[@UnidudeNine]

Idk i like the flimsy handles better. Easier to pull out and lighter weight.

[@VictorBreazzeal]

Just took apart an a2 the other day it’s probably the worst way they have secured an axel to a wheel to date kinda hate that wheel miss you and your reviews

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Thanks!

[@EmilianoZapata-iv5mr]

i wonder when that rider Chooch will do a real review???

[@Reikon_a]

right after Marty, I guess.. )

[@Wheel_fast_euc_rider]

Most likely... and no one will give a crap about his content still. 😅

[@sebgro]

@@Wheel_fast_euc_riderOnly Chooch can give it a Chooch™ rating though, for offroad.

[@WheelGoodTime]

@@Reikon_a I'm pretty sure Marty and Chooch both have separate units, and I *think* they will both have them simultaneously. :)

[@sebgro]

@@Wheel_fast_euc_riderI can’t find anything/anyone with a channel called Trubttam PS. Saw your profile… Not unbiased, are you?😂

[@EmilianoZapata-iv5mr]

First my nigga ....

[@ElectricUnicycles]

LOL

[@mig6220]

So basically it's a BBB (better built Begode)... it's like after the V13- and Bob vacating his position- they just decided to let others do the innovation. I'm rather disappointed in that aspect...

[@grb1969]

Inmotion frequently rotates roles in the company. Bob is currently Production Manager for the V14 line. He didn't leave the company.

[@mig6220]

@grb1969 I know he's in a different position. With the V13, innovation was it's strongest trait. Some things succeeded, some didn't. But he was pushing the envelope. That was his personal stamp on the community. There's no innovation in the V14 at all. It seems they discovered the most cost effective way to produce new wheels is to emulate, instead of innovate.

[@grb1969]

@@mig6220 No innovation on the V14? -First true dual suspension wheel (dampening on both stanchions and linkage). -First progressive coil shock. -First quick-disconnect modular batteries. -First 4p configuration. (afaik) -First wheel designed for multi-configuration (both wheel size (tbd) and battery size). First IPX6 motor/ IPX7 batteries. First high quality headlight (arguable). First quality mudguard (minor). Features of V13 removed from V14: -Color touch-screen removed (cost reduction) -Potted batteries (unnecessary with 50S batteries). {both reduced in cost to meet market demands} What else am I missing? There's a 25% embargo tax imposed on all electronics from China since Trump, this price squeeze has caused major delays in significant improvements to EUCs due to the small niche-market and fierce competition. Other than KingSong's suspension design failure (roller-sliders), I think these companies are doing well at innovation considering their constraints. Would I prefer a $10k wheels with all the options I can imagine? Yes, but the market isn't there yet... What options would you like to see improved or added?

[@retro6991]

Just pinch and pull the plastic tabs out for god’s sake, then the box lifts right up 🙄. Or cut the side of the box. All these KZbinrs don’t use their damn brain and instead pull a 100lb machine out of a box instead of just rolling it out of the box. 🤦‍♂️

[@ElectricUnicycles]

What would I do without your words of wisdom 🤣 This is a demo wheel and I need to reship the wheel so cutting up the box wouldn't be wise huh

[@Dramocle]

@@ElectricUnicycles It’s good that I found this comment, otherwise I was worried that you were unnecessarily putting stress on your back =)

[@moonbabies]

50mph… Suspension… 134V… and still a terrible trolley handle!

[@ElectricUnicycles]

Apparently the top speed is 43-mph not 50

[@Reawer]

That has to be the most awkward looking euc ever made 😮

[@jc84com]

Keen to know average w.h/km on range test rides.