Dominate the Streets: Kingsong S22 - 130mm Suspension, 3300W Motor, and 200km Range
๐ Unveiling the King Song S20: A Revolution in Electric Unicycles! ๐
Buckle up, riders! The King Song S20, successor to the Ducati-inspired S18, is here to redefine electric unicycles. Let's dive into the details of this two-wheeled sensation that has taken the EUC community by storm.
King Song S20 Specs:
Suspension: 130 mm travel, adjustable dampening, and rebound
Motor: 3300 W
Top Speed: 70 km/h
Battery: 2220 Wh
Range: 200 km
Voltage: 126 V
Weight: 77 lbs
The S20 boasts a bold black and red color scheme, continuing King Song's legacy as the best-looking EUC. But does its performance match the hype?
Aesthetics vs Durability:
๐ Aesthetics:
The S20 is a visual delight, turning heads with its sleek design. However, the elephant in the room is durability. Despite its beauty, the S20 can be a bit delicate, with plastic parts prone to cracking on impact.
๐ Durability:
Aesthetics clash with durability as the S20 reveals a bit of a glass jaw. Cracked plastic pieces after a rough tumble? Handle with care, beauty lovers!
๐ค Verdict:
It's a tough call between delicate and sexy versus durable and sturdy. King Song is addressing durability concerns, aiming to make it as tough as it is good-looking.
Stock Pads:
๐ Locked-in Feeling:
The S20 pads are a visual and tactile delight, backed by hard red plastic. They provide the best stock pads ever, offering a locked-in feeling for riders.
๐ Limited Positioning:
Designed for looks rather than function, the pads limit positioning due to the red plastic boomerang. But fear not – unscrew that boomerang, and customization options are wide open for Ride Often Club members!
Ride Feel:
๐ค Suspension:
The S20 boasts easily adjustable suspension, providing the smoothest EUC ride ever. Potholes, bumps, and curbs become features, not obstacles. Even conservative riders are feeling the joy.
๐ฃ️ Range:
Sacrificing distance for suspension and aesthetics, the range is just okay. Marathon riders might be less thrilled, but for others, it offers a satisfying ride. Your mileage may vary.
๐️ Throttling:
Speed demons beware! Initial acceleration is throttled for electrical system protection. Once rolling, it's a swift and smooth ride.
Sounds:
๐ข Beeps:
Loud beeps keep riders in check, warning against pushing too hard or running low on juice.
๐ต No Music:
Sadly, no built-in speakers mean riders need a portable Bluetooth speaker for ride tunes. Safety first, right?
๐ Other Sounds:
Vibrating noises during acceleration and braking – is it the motor, suspension, or a dance party combo?
Display:
๐ผ Simple and Beautiful:
The S20's display keeps it classy with a retro dot matrix vibe – bright and easy to read.
๐ง Positioning:
However, the display's top rear placement requires riders to look down further than usual for speed checks. Safety-conscious riders, take note!
Headlights:
๐ก Bright and Adjustable Lights:
Headlights on point! Bright and adjustable beam angles – they're like the high beams of EUCs.
๐ซ Fragile Lights:
Hold on, though. These lights are made of brittle plastic and exposed, making them prone to shattering in a fall.
Kickstand:
๐ค Super Stable:
Best kickstand stability ever encountered – a rock star in the kickstand world.
๐ Super Fragile:
Yet, the plastic foot is as brittle as glass. Go easy on drops, or it might snap. Regular stairs? No problem.
Seated Riding:
๐ช Comes with a Seat:
The S20 comes with a good-looking, velcro-attached seat for those chill rides.
๐ฝ Squatty Potty:
Elevated pedal heights might give taller riders a squatty potty feeling. Bend those knees, folks!
Charging:
๐ 5 Amp Charger:
Cheers for a 5 amp charger – none of that slow-charging nonsense. Dual ports for double trouble.
๐ Blind Access Charging:
Finding those charging ports hidden on top requires blind reaching. Practice makes perfect, right?
King Song S20 Pros:
Aesthetics
Comfy suspension
Powerful motor
Strong rim
Best stock pads ever
Bright display
Bright adjustable headlights
Most stable kickstand
20” Knobby off-road tire
Comes with a seat
Pedal height is adjustable
Good spiked hex pedals
Dual charging ports
5A charger
King Song S20 Cons:
Brittle plastic everywhere
Throttled initial acceleration
Buzzing noise during acceleration and braking
Sensitive power button
Blind access charging ports
Fragile and exposed headlights
Fragile kickstand
Display too far back for quick speed checks
Rear hinged switch is the kill switch (watch those fingers)
Boomerang red plastic limits pad positioning
Velcroed seat might take flight in cold weather
Short trolley handle, no telescoping, no button, no locking mechanism, just friction
No speakers
King Song S20 MEH…
Tallest EUC in its class
Range varies – some get more, some get less
Turn signals are meh
Only available in black with red accents
New pedal hanger and pedal in one unit, adjustable height, and friction-based locking
Conclusions:
The electric unicycle market has seen innovations in 2020 with models like the S18, EX, V11, and the Veteran Sherman. 2021 brought the S20, the Begode Hero, and the Begode Commander into the spotlight. The King Song S20 stands as a captivating addition to the EUC landscape, blending style, innovation, and performance. Whether you're a seasoned rider or a newcomer, the S20 invites you to experience the thrill of a revolutionary ride. ๐๐๐ง #KingSongS20 #ElectricUnicycle #RideInStyle