Revel Kit Electric Skateboard Kit

[@DanielKwan]

FAQ: What deck is that? It's a $40 deck I got from the Rare Ant skate shop on Taobao.com. Not sure if they ship outside of China. I know this video was kind of sloppy but I just needed to get it done and move on. Another direct drive board coming up.

[@acidkhmer]

There is no skateshop in Shanghai?

[@DanielKwan]

acidkhmer There are but there’s always gonna be way more options online.

[@SamLewis6]

Taobao itself doesn't ship outside of china but you can buy from there using an agent like superbuy if you really want to - adds fees though

[@DanielKwan]

Sam Lewis Some Taobao shops ship outside China.

[@fonexxx]

​@@DanielKwan​ can you please contact me for reviewing product

[@BTDFreak]

I think the best thing about this kit is the swapable battery, now I can hold a extra in my bag for extra miles.

[@sadabnyc]

I've been waiting on ordering the Revel kit for about a month now. Your video just confirmed it for me. I just ordered it.

[@FumblsTheSniper]

You get it yet? I ordered mine last week and see a lot of information that it’s going to be 2 months.

[@onetwo234]

You’re a simp for letting a video decide for you

[@kemckelv]

@@onetwo234 lol. I feel you. You should read before letting a video decide. Video just reinforces ny thoughts after I already purchased after reading up...

[@onetwo234]

@@kemckelv exactly the video should not decide on its own smh simps these days lollll

[@acidkhmer]

Direct drive is the end of hub motors!

[@brandonrose8123]

When it becomes more affordable to manufacturers, definitely

[@dacsupra]

I feel like I’ve waited months for this 4 minute video 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@pinkbean9806]

What if I wanted to get the 120mm Foamies (wheels)? For the wheel setting should I just put it 110mm?

[@donnguyen8709]

Are you planning on doing a more in depth video with range and comparisons? Would you recommend it or is buying a complete board still better?

[@DanielKwan]

If you already have a compatible deck you want to use, and 144/216Wh is enough for you, and you want to use wheels around 90-100mm, I think this kit is a good option.

[@fazer12779]

Swappable battery 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 about time!

[@masaakisakai6546]

Exactly! Why doesn’t everyone offer swappable batteries? That’s an important feature.

[@shilezi]

review is missing pertinent info like remote feel, top speed, range, how well it does going uphill etc

[@WingHouseCup]

Are there screws that hold the part where the battery slides in?? I see where its integrated into the truck on the back end, but what about the part that hangs off toward the center of the board?? Wouldn't that sag down from the weight of the battery??

[@dexterjohnsipin3431]

it looks nice in short decks and easy to install. hope i could have this

[@ajusay74]

I’d just installed 120mm cloudwheel and it fits on abec adapters.

[@NeoXD9024]

Revel Boards has the new adapters for the Discovery Cloudwheels now.

[@mikecane]

Great video! So many questions answered in such a short amount of time -- and great riding footage too. Thanks. I look forward to, I hope, range and hill climb tests?

[@travistravis7190]

Im wondering if you could kick push these easy enough. Do direct drives have more resistance than say hub motors?

[@DanielKwan]

No, about the same. But none of them are great for kick pushing tbh. Might seem ok at first but gets tiring fast compared to a normal longboard.

[@loufugier3481]

I did not find better than my Revel kit !!

[@tristincrain1858]

What if I lost my controller and got a new one? How do I connect it

[@esk8jaimes]

It'd be cool if they did more variants on this; Like a belt-drive or hub motor one, Especially as we now have 105mm Cloudwheel Donuts.

[@sharky1854]

belt sure but why would you want hub over direct drive

[@esk8jaimes]

@@sharky1854 I'm thinking they could make a similar system with the swappable battery packs for a more affordable price if they used hub motors, back when these first appeared hub motors didn't use easily swappable tyres.

[@MrBlompod]

Oh Dan.... my Revel lasted about 80kms then shit it’s self, it would cut out constantly. It was off the road for about two months until Revel emailed me with a fix. Cut the overheat cut off wires, that worked for about a week, now it turns its self off and I have to disconnect the battery and reconnect it to get it to turn on. I emailed Revel saying I’m over it I’m writing it off, 1300 AUD down the toilet... it’s a shame because it’s a really great concept. I’ll probably go with Wowgo or Exway next.. I have an Evolve GTR but an electric skateboard should not weigh over 10kgs so I never use it.... 😔

[@DanielKwan]

Aww sorry to hear it didn’t work out for you

[@Stanz8]

Does the remote feel good? It looks a bit sketchy where there is so much more space to control the acceleration than braking.

[@DanielKwan]

Takes a moment to get used to it yeah. I definitely prefer the wheel-style remote (Boosted, Hobbywing, etc.)

[@SatanistSchool]

Can I use the revel kit with a waterborne surf adapter?

[@masaakisakai6546]

Is this the best bolt on kit? Does it pair with other types of hobby wing remotes?

[@SS-qf2po]

Daniel...question...ur take on the direct drive motors being so close to contact on ground...vs...exway riot belt drive kit?

[@Nathraichean]

Can you please do a review on the Verreal RS? Looks to be a great board at a great price and there simply aren't any reviews on it other than 1-2 smaller youtubers.. Thank you!

[@bencrystalofficial]

Is there any kind of adapter to get the 105mm clouds to fit? Do you think 100mm wheels like yours would be safe enough to ride in Brooklyn/ Manhattan? :) Also would direct drive get damaged on the streets in NYC and Brooklyn or should I be concerned about them scraping off curbs, cracks, etc?

[@johannbach1903]

How safe is the battery though? Does it heat up after long rides? Bumping into stuff while riding? Durable?

[@SBecktacular]

So you didn’t like the stock wheels?

[@jaredb9523]

Glad I found ur channel .. my meepo wheels are almost to the hub no tread left on them tryna find affordable replacement. From what I’ve researched on what’s new since my last purchase it seems belt drive is the way to go . So this kit is much cheaper than buying a complete direct drive board. My meepo went 26 mph at first it was “too” fast but after getting used to it I want more speed. The top speed on these is about 29? Is it a very noticeable difference?

[@ardaunal1875]

You can top mount a drop thru deck

[@ROFISE1]

I've been looking at older models of the wowgo or the cheaper stuff on the market but something like this I could attach to my normal long board would be awesome. Anyone know any cheaper but similar products? Even if there top speeds a bit lower

[@jaredb9523]

Considering u do reviews on multiple boards and kits what’s ur favorite an most recommend? I really like the concept of that kit that doesn’t require screwing it on an attached to current trucks that way I can ride it to work detach the expensive part an let my board lay around not having to be paranoid if someone jacks it im out hundreds of dollars . But It didn’t seem very fast

[@bryanjohnson8162]

More revel kit vids!!

[@V1NC3J]

ooh new vid? Yes please !

[@holeem]

No more "dee-ecks"!!! Great video!!

[@NikBigs]

Reminded me of Paul Rudd in wanderlust everytime

[@TheEVside]

This looks fun

[@capcom4eva]

The revel link doesn’t apply the discount code. I tried DKWAN, but that didn’t work either. Is there a different code for revel? Thanks!! ;)

[@BrandonPaisley]

Any discount code for the revel kit?

[@jimmysrandomvideosofc6809]

Anyone having battery issues? My extended range battery disconnect from the remote while I was riding it. Now it won't turn one. I've reached out to Revel several times but haven't heard from them. It's been a few days. I'm worried they went under or aren't going to honor their warranty.

[@lifeoflennie2443]

Hi what was the outcome ?... About to buy but a bit worried .

[@jimmysrandomvideosofc6809]

@@lifeoflennie2443 They finally responded and took the old battery and sent me a new one. Took a while though.

[@dustin146]

What kind of range did you get?

[@DanielKwan]

Didn’t do a range test. But I have the 216Wh version so should get roughly 22 km most of the time. See how I estimate range at dkwan.com.

[@jaoskiwooginawski7317]

what are you gonna do with the revel kit after the review?

[@DanielKwan]

I have another deck in mind for it

[@joshuawalker3528]

Please try and review wowgo new AT board

[@Draindra]

Planning to buy this but ummm no shipping to Australia last time duh 😅

[@Rveng4]

I like this kit but I cant buy it because they temporarily stopped international shipping due to high shipping costs and constant delays with carriers

[@streetsurfer00710]

I just received email from Ravel today stating that they will ship in 3 weeks

[@Rveng4]

@@streetsurfer00710 where do you live?

[@streetsurfer00710]

Maven In US

[@scariachackalackal7933]

Thanks for the shirt man 🙏

[@DanielKwan]

Is it too small?

[@jasonhushmonkey]

@@DanielKwan YES

[@gnrriffs]

They Fit SR Foamies (English cloudwheels) Don't know why made by same People/Factory. They use them in a video Check the Revel channel :)

[@DanielKwan]

Yes the OLD Cloudwheels fit also. The NEW Cloudwheels (“Discovery” version) don’t fit.

[@Josette321]

Nice review thank for this ... 👏🤟

[@adamflores5851]

Interesting. Thank you

[@stormypinkness4030]

Nice one.

[@elsimdrifting]

Ride on!

[@alexteow7021]

Hi Daniel, I note that you mentioned that Hub motors are the most uncomfortable of all the systems (assume u mean Belt drive, direct drive and Hub). What is the reason(s) for that do you think? Thanks, Alex

[@sadabnyc]

if you go back and watch some of his videos where he mentioned it, he explains its bcs of the thin layer of urethane between the motors and the ground. It is not a complete wheel. So extra vibrations and you feel the bumps more. That being said, I did order a hub motor board(Meepo V3 ER) as my daily driver and I also ordered the Revel kit for more fun experimental builds.

[@EboardMY]

Is this the same company as landwheel back then? Design looks similar. But now on steroids 🔥🔥🔥

[@DanielKwan]

I think so...? Or at least they’re connected somehow.

[@Rveng4]

@@DanielKwan LW head guy partnered with another guy, went through several iteration of their drive units until it was finally a solid product and released it as Revel.

[@josipmedj7627]

nay nay nay yaya

[@user-fi6hg8vq6c]

It’s 2023 and I still find this product interesting. Too bad they did not innovate on it

[@ekkanofiqandriyana7325]

Yes Same here But i hate the sliding remote

[@ryankwan1368]

What were you thoughts on the boa wheels? I was thinking of getting them for a diy build. Also, you keep pronouncing di-eck wrong.

[@DanielKwan]

No complaints so far.

[@Rveng4]

@@DanielKwan did you get wheel bite with the boas?

[@DanielKwan]

@@Rveng4 Nope. Revel kit uses 1/2" risers so I guess they can accept pretty big wheels. Their remote allows you to select wheel size up to 110mm so I would guess that's their recommended size limit.

[@Rveng4]

@@DanielKwan aside from wheel bite, you cant go less from 85 (ground clearance for direct drives) and you could go bigger having the effect off greater top speed and less range, acceleration and braking. (so specially not recomended to go bigger than 90 on the smaller battery)

[@ourcore]

Seems awesome, except for that remote

[@spicefinchqadir9994]

Remote is pretty good actually, I don’t mind it at all. Also has LCD and Cruise Control

[@johnmunitz9249]

Has this made you more interested in short boards finally 😂👌🏽🙏

[@DanielKwan]

Yes actually. But I want something lighter. This 216Wh version is pretty heavy. Forgot to weigh it.

[@joen.1667]

Meh, this review is mediocre. The kit does look sick though, and I did order the 4x4 option with extended battery. Unfortunately, they do not offer any extended warranty for, get this, orders over $1k. Super bizarre policy, and that will translate to be having about a 3 month warranty by the time the product and the time left I the dry season(PNW). I have a lot of concerns about longevity, but still going for it, with hopes the company will help me out if something happens. Also, customer service was almost completely nonexistent at first. It took almost two weeks for them to respond via email, and they do not provide a phone number. Time will tell.

[@sartajgill2803]

Noice

[@tefamilyadventures]

Awesome video! Keep up the great work. If you have a second you could go visit my account 😁✌️

[@popeye7833]

this brand is too expensive.

[@ubaidullahnabi9711]

If only this had double motor

[@Rveng4]

It has

[@smokintoomuch2314]

Lmfao this dude isnt even comfortable on his board. Might as well watch a review from someone who can ride their board without looking like they are hitting a wave on a slow turn like this ))))

[@alexteow7021]

Hi Daniel, I note that you mentioned that Hub motors are the most uncomfortable of all the systems (assume u mean Belt drive, direct drive and Hub). What is the reason(s) for that do you think? Thanks, Alex

[@DanielKwan]

Thin urethane sleeves on hub motors.

[@alexteow7021]

Thanks Daniel. Makes sense! I've never tried belt as yet so will need to give that a try one day. Although I have just upgraded to the Teamgee H20T with the 103mm rubber wheels and it seems to perform pretty well so far. Definitely makes sense what you say as this is much more comfortable than my previous hub with smaller PU wheels. Only day 3 so far so time will tell. Have chosen hubs mainly for convenience of not having to look after / maintain and no snapped belts etc