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Segway Ninebot S Plus Smart Self-Balancing Scooter, Up to 22 Miles Range & 12.5 mph, Intelligent Lighting, Remote Control and Auto-Following Mode, UL-2272 Certified

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Model Name Ninebot S Plus
Color White
Age Range (Description) Adult
Special Feature LED Light

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  • Sturdy & Powerful: Dual 400W motors, max speed 12.5 mph, range 22 miles, max load 220 lbs.
  • Safety & Comfort: Smart Battery Management System ensures safety, extends battery life. Knee control bar for precise steering, easy lifting. 11" pneumatic tires for smooth rides on bumpy roads.
  • Remote Control & Auto-Follow Mode: Use handle or joystick on multi-functional remote to control device. Activate follow mode for hands-free operation.
  • This product has been tested and passed ANSI/CAN/UL-2272.

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Max. Motor Powers
1600 watts 1600 watts 1600 watts 4800 watts 560 watts
Max. Speed
Approx. 12.5 mph (20 km/h) Approx. 10 mph (16 km/h) Approx. 10 mph (16 km/h) Approx. 12.4 mph (20 km/h) Approx. 8.7mph (14 km/h)
Typical Range
Approx. 22 miles (35 km) Approx. 13.7 miles (22 km) Approx. 13.7 miles (22 km) Approx. 23.6 miles (38 km) Approx. 8 miles (13 km)
Max. Payload
55–220 lbs 88–220 lbs 88–220 lbs 88.2–220 lbs 44–132 lbs
Max. Climbing Slope
Approx. 15 ° Approx. 15 ° Approx. 15 ° Approx. 15 ° Approx. 15 °
Net Weight
Approx. 35.9 lbs 88–220 lbs 88–220 lbs Approx. 50.3 lbs Approx. 22.7 lbs
Nominal Energy
329 Wh 236 Wh 236 Wh 432 Wh 72 Wh
Recommended Age & Height
4'3"–6'6" & 16–60 years 4'3"–6'6" & 16–60 years 4'3"–6'6" & 16–60 years 4'3"–6'6" & 16–60 years 3'6"–5'9" & 8+ years
Charging Time
Approx. 4 hours Approx. 3 hours Approx. 3 hours Approx. 4 hours Approx. 4 hours
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Compatible with GoKart kit
Adjustable Steering Bar

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Customers say the Segway is an exhilarating and fun ride. They find the operation simple and easy to learn to ride. Customers also say the product is well worth the purchase. However, some customers are disappointed with the noise. Opinions are mixed on quality, speed, battery life, and performance.

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44 customers mention44 positive0 negative

Customers find the self balancing electric vehicle to be fun, easy to use, and exhilarating. They say it comes natural, and the ride is smooth. Customers also say it's good for getting around and exploring all sorts of amazing trails.

"I am having the experience that I expected to have, and the Segway is a lot of fun...." Read more

"Words cannot describe how much I LOVE my Segway. It is immensely fun and easy to use...." Read more

"...one and not afraid, go for it, these little Segway Ninebots are a joy to ride, and you always get used to the bumps in the road...." Read more

"...Overall, “Rosie” is fairly easy to ride and learn how to do so...." Read more

37 customers mention26 positive11 negative

Customers find the self-balancing electric vehicle easy to use. They mention that the operation is simple, there's no skill required, and it's a breeze to get up and running. They also appreciate the ease of control the handlebars offer.

"...I am over fifty and wife is over forty and these are very easy to learn. I use mine at work a lot. I bought the handle bars for both of them...." Read more

"...It was a breeze to get up and running and there is an app. I watched a video from a kid showing the step by step unboxing to riding...." Read more

"...The rear lights can be adjusted in the mobile app. Initial app setup was a little confusing at first because at one point it wanted me to pick up..." Read more

"...It is immensely fun and easy to use...." Read more

32 customers mention23 positive9 negative

Customers like the value of the self balancing electric vehicle. They say it's well worth the purchase, very valuable, and easy to use. Some mention that the steering handle is worth the price. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...It is basic, but in hindsight, very valuable and later you can appreciate the compelling of these basic learning tutorials because the S-Plus is..." Read more

"...The box was not too bad for me to lift and move and I assembled it quick and super easy Christmas Eve...." Read more

"...All I can really say is it was expensive, but it’s fun." Read more

"...I purchased the S plus and the S, I could say that S plus is worth the extra money, it's a more robust vehicle, has more weight so you're more..." Read more

68 customers mention39 positive29 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the self balancing electric vehicle. Some mention it's amazing, reliable, and fun to ride, while others say it has poor design, support, and is defective. Some customers also say that the S-Plus is not as agile or strong as the i2.

"...(Update) Just a couple warning. These are incredible tool for parks, walking trails camping, ext...." Read more

"...I have never used the remote, and it seems like a bit of an unnecessary gimmick...." Read more

"...Overall, I am older than it recommends and prob heavier and it runs great!..." Read more

"...So her I am piece of crap junk, save your money don't buy anything Segway or Ninebot." Read more

34 customers mention15 positive19 negative

Customers are mixed about the speed of the self balancing electric vehicle. Some mention that it's the fastest and the most fun, with a higher top speed and follow mode. They love how fast they can get around and the fast charging. However, others say that the speed limitation is a bummer, it slows down when this happens and it wouldn't release the speed limit without tutorial completion. They also say the design should include a speed feedback so the turns are more gradual at high speed.

"...I will, of course, esp for visibility. Got hot pink.Runs easy and smooth. Very intuitive. Stays charged...." Read more

"...ride it a couple blocks to my friend’s house, and it’s constantly slowing me down...." Read more

"...Another bonus...this charges fast, as it only takes about 2 hours to charge from 10% battery level, the manufacturer lists 4 hours from empty...." Read more

"...The speed is annoying slow at a top speed of 12 mph, so 10 mph on the S version would have been just as annoying but better than walking...." Read more

29 customers mention19 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the battery life of the self balancing electric vehicle. Some mention it has great battery life, while others say that it wouldn't charge.

"...Got hot pink.Runs easy and smooth. Very intuitive. Stays charged...." Read more

"...The battery life could be a little better, but I think part of that is that I exceeded the maximum recommended weight by about 15 pounds, so it has..." Read more

"...Pros1. Battery range- I got 15.34 miles with 26% battery left, at an average speed of 9.33mph!2. Speed- can do 12mph comfortably3...." Read more

"...bar is very solid, the follow-me function is very cool, the battery life is good and it zips along pretty quickly...." Read more

28 customers mention15 positive13 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the self balancing electric vehicle. Some mention it works wonderfully, seamlessly in controlling turns, and is very responsive. However, others say that it doesn't work, the items stop working, and the remote stopped working.

"...Amazon customer service This Segway ninebot S Plus worked fine including remote. This is the second segway I have ordered in less than year...." Read more

"...way I can describe it, when I go down the aisles and the remote is not as wonderful as I was hoping, and I've just read that there is an extension..." Read more

"...cool on the wheels, the steering bar is very solid, the follow-me function is very cool, the battery life is good and it zips along pretty..." Read more

"...I'm very savvy tech guy. First unit would not activate using the complicated activation process...." Read more

19 customers mention0 positive19 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the noise produced by the self balancing electric vehicle. They mention that it makes loud beeping and kick back when it hits over 12mph. Some customers also say that the over speed alarm is very loud and cannot be turned off. They also say the robot noises are annoying and difficult to take apart. Overall, customers are disappointed with the loud noise and the fact that it will not stop beepping.

"...It emits a constant high-pitched whine, and my friend’s dog wouldn’t come in the same room as the Segway while it was on...." Read more

"...Cons1. Beeping and kick back- annoying when you go over 12mph...." Read more

"...Sometimes when going downhill it makes this odd sound effect that I’ve discovered via several scary experiences, means the Segway is about to power..." Read more

"...It starts to slow you down at 11.5 mph and if you go above that it beeps ultra loud and tilts backwards...." Read more

Segway Ninebot S-Plus is an amazing Experience - Feels like your flying!
5 Stars
Segway Ninebot S-Plus is an amazing Experience - Feels like your flying!
Purchased: December 2021Current Milage: 105 kilometers now (Feb 5, 2022).ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. (Feb. 5, 2022) - The intent on purchasing this device was to get something to avoid walking merely for transportation purposes. For instance, riding this device to the gym from the parking lot to then run 5 miles on the treadmill. The riding it back to the car from the gym. Understand?This period in our society has offered modern electronics and battery technology (lithium) built in making devices such as this one ready for the times.At some time in the early 2000's this rider purchased a two wheeled inline scooter to see if it would be a practical solution for the above intended use. Size, battery life, etc. It did not suit my expectations.For clarification, this is not a two wheeled inline scooter. Though many people call it a scooter, it does not ride like an inline scooter. One main difference is you can come to a complete stop, stay on the device, and just stand on it, waiting and ready to go (at a stop light, in line, or just chilling out planning your next movement in the space your in).Fitness Level / Agility / Sense of Balance / Prior Skating ExperienceAll of the above physical traits enhance the ability to enjoy the ride experience on the Segway Ninebot S-Plus.The name of the device will be repeated in this review because Amazon mixes reviews in the same listings for other models. So lets make sure your reading a review for the desired item, a Segway Ninebot S-Plus. (S-Plus) for short.This is just a quick overview review for now. The intent is to edit relevant video and attach it to this review when time permits. In the meanwhile, this review snippet is provided to discuss the experience thus far now going on six weeks.About this particular reviewer's physical fitness and experience with motion sports on wheels (skates, bikes, other scooters, water skiing, and ice skiing). This reviewer has a Level II Certified Inline Skate Instructor certification as well.In terms of physical fitness - Includes daily workouts at gym, healthy diet, muscular body density, fit legs from thighs, calves, ankles, and feet. All this is important when considering how the S-Plus experience will be for anybody else with more or less a good degree of fitness, and a healthy background of skating experience.Fitness, and skating experienceNow, just because this reviewer may have ideal fitness/rolling experience to basically begin riding the S-Plus out of the box - and I mean riding it and having fun, not worrying about falling off, and able to explore alternate terrain challenges to expand the riding experience, this does not mean somebody with less fitness/rolling experience won't have fun building up through beginner, intermediate and advance riding skills. But that will take time. Something this generation seems to have in limited supply.In addition, fitness and conditioning play a key roll in injury prevention. For one, yes, this rider did take some "Oh Crap" moments when riding the S-Plus. Meaning, there are times when you may have to spring off, and quickly step off the S-Plus. Just this evening, at an intersection, there wasn't enough time to both stop, and step off the device. Now, this was a challenging intersection (side road type, not traffic light type). The approach to the street was on a down hill slope probably around 30 degrees for one. That is what this rider didn't anticipate for. So, even though this rider slow down, and sprang off backwards, the S-Plus didn't quick come to a complete stop as the rider before the street. Typically, when stepping off after coming to a complete stop, all the rider has to do is place a foot back onto either of the foot pad areas to keep it next to you. On this occasion, there wasn't enough time. So all this rider could do was watch the S-Plus continue onward straight into the street, as the (speeding) car continued to pass. Since the scooter was moving quite slowly, the down hill slop gave it more speed to continue propelling forward as the passing car continued to drive (most likely without noticing the S-Plus still moving along). Well, the car just passed by and I quickly caught up to the S-Plus, placed my right foot on the pad, and made it come to a complete stop. Then quickly, this rider resumed riding it forward through the street to the sidewalk on the other side. This particular (spring off the device, and device keeps going forward into jeopardy) is now part of this rider's riding experience and it will be accounted for when approaching any other intersections. For one, to approach the intersection with a designated "landing spot" at the intersection's edge where both this rider an the device can safely stop, and stand-bye for the next movement.The above close call was an advance riding episode, which beginners and even intermediate riders should not really experience. This rider's experience includes looking for obstacles and intricate sidewalk, ramps, and other "obstacles" to explore or slalom around, to include attempting "power slide" sharp turning stops. So yes, you can "push" this S-Plus in accordance with your skill and fitness level.Yes, you will take it out of the box, fiddle with the activation process (just remember, use the App to connect to the device - not the phone's Bluetooth icon sequence). The app includes the other communication aspects to complete the connection handshake. Also, the app may lose connection with the device. In this case, just completely close the app and restart it to start a fresh session.So once you have it up and running, and have found a place to store the box it came in (note, when you order this item, make sure you get amazon to enclose it in another box. When this purchaser ordered it, it was shipped in the original retail box which was scratched, marred and damaged during shipping. The label with the serial number, etc. was very scratched almost making the information illegible.Now, you need a pretty good wide open space to start playing around on it. Yes, first you will be obligated to engage in a series of safety learning tutorials which are interactive, require you do actually do with the device, before proceeding to the next tutorial. Things like step on, step off, turn left / right 360 degrees, forward, etc. It is basic, but in hindsight, very valuable and later you can appreciate the compelling of these basic learning tutorials because the S-Plus is quite a different experience to ride - not like a bike, skateboard, etc. Remember, propelling is no longer required by the user, merely steering, acceleration, and slowing down direction is simply required. That is also where the fun begins.Once your able to step on and without looking down, propel yourself forward, then to the left, and now your moving through space without effort - you actually feel like your flying - really!And that is where I'll leave this quick review for now. Remember, the fitness and conditioning aspects of the rider are required to avoid injury and to continue enjoying the Segway Ninebot S-Plus going forward. Overweight, unconditioned legs, ankles, thighs, no sense of balance, or lack of ability for anticipatory movement through space, and on the fly terrain awareness for quick reaction and for best practices - in short are user deficiencies and not the fault of the S-Plus.So if people say oh, the Segway is too hard to ride - it is probably because those people can't ride.Imaging watching a down hill skier going down a snow bank. Though the propulsion aspects of skiing are removed by the down hill aspects of the snow and slop, the requirement for strong legs is demanded on the user to provide bounce, and agility to make adjustments to the terrain and for turning. This is the same for the S-Plus. Legs need to strong enough to handle bending when boarding, stopping, reacting, turning, stopping. The legs act like shock absorbers and also adjust the rest of the body to the desired movement to the best center of gravity point as needed.If the user is unable to adequately meet these basic physical and spacial movement demands and a good sense of balance, then the EV vehicle may need to be a four wheeled device such as those Electric carts at grocery and retail stores.This rider is enthusiastic and appreciative for the ability to ride the S-Plus to appreciate the "flying" experience it offers. This rider also prefers the knee bar over the handle bar version of control which un-encumbers the rider's experience - more like inline skating (while coasting).As a fail safe, if your adult seeking to enjoy this device and find you and it don't quick see eye to eye. A backup plan would be to gift it to another person - son, cousin, nephew who may be more suited for the device.Some uses thus far:1) Parking further away from a store front, and using the S-Plus to travel quickly to the front door where it is locked "like a bike" to a sign post, bike rack (which you don't see very much of anymore).2) Centrally parking in a busy commercial district and running errands to a number of stores or to the gym.3) Shuttling stuff to and from a work vehicle to a storage unit. You can carry boxes, pull/push carts, open doors, bend down, pick up stuff, turn, move, etc. Very interesting.Lastly, look for my video either here or on YouTube.Particular mentions for the S-Plus -1) Water resistant - Can be left outside if it rains and it will be okay. Go through a puddle, etc.2) 22 Mile range3) 12.5 MPH speed - To put this in perspective. For those who run on a treadmill. This rider typically runs around 6-7 MPH on the treadmill, and has only ran and full sprint at 10 MPH. So, take that into consideration when looking at 12.5 MPH as a top speed. Just think if you had to run and not ride the S-Plus to your destination. The brisk walking speed is about 3.5. So there, keep that in mind as you consider top speeds here. 12.5 is more than enough for this platform - taking into consideration the centrifugal forces, the center of gravity, the upright posture of the rider. Hey, if you want speed above 12.5 that is better suited for another device (inline scooter) with a handle bar to brace yourself with, and the position of the rider as it relates to center of gravity.More to follow. Watch the video once posted here and YouTube.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
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5.0 out of 5 stars Having Fun Already
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2023
I am having the experience that I expected to have, and the Segway is a lot of fun. I want to ride it all the time, but there are only so many places to go. I get around quicker on a bicycle, and walking is better exercise, but I am still thrilled to have this around. It’s a toy, really, but I always look forward to taking it out.

I do wish it allowed me to go a little faster. I regularly ride it a couple blocks to my friend’s house, and it’s constantly slowing me down. I have earbuds in, so I don’t hear it, but I’m sure the alarm is annoying to the neighbors. And having it lean back and slow me down is kinda lame.

I have never used the remote, and it seems like a bit of an unnecessary gimmick. I was hoping I could customize the lights on the wheels, but those will always be blue. Still fun to have those accent lights. The rear lights can be adjusted in the mobile app. Initial app setup was a little confusing at first because at one point it wanted me to pick up the device, and it took me forever to interpret that literally. I wish they would have shown a better depiction of what exactly it wanted from me: literally pick it up off of the ground by the handle.

I have been riding it here and there for about two weeks, have accumulated over 5 miles, and have come close to needing a charge. I have had over a dozen friends try it out, and it’s intuitive for everyone. It emits a constant high-pitched whine, and my friend’s dog wouldn’t come in the same room as the Segway while it was on. It handles small bumps and uneven surfaces (like getting on and off the sidewalk) just fine. All I can really say is it was expensive, but it’s fun.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2022
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5.0 out of 5 stars Second Segway
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2022
Give credit to Amazon. The first Segway S plus the remote would not pair or work to control the segway. So when doing the tutorial it would not complete the remote tutorial. So it would not let me go to the new rider speeds first tried to get a hold of segway myself, through the app. It gave me a case number and said someone would get in touch. After a day of no response I called Amazon, and they called segway tech support their self and transfered to them all in the FIRST call. But they still couldn't get the remote to work or connect. Another call to Amazon (all with in an hour). (this was late Thursday). Amazon sent replacement and arrived Monday, and UPS picked up the DOA segway. I am impressed with Amazon customer service
This Segway ninebot S Plus worked fine including remote. This is the second segway I have ordered in less than year. The first one was the Ninebot S, and my wife liked it so much, I ordered a second (the plus) so we each have one going camping and adventures. I am over fifty and wife is over forty and these are very easy to learn. I use mine at work a lot. I bought the handle bars for both of them. Wife and eye feel a lot more comfortable with the handle bars. This second one (plus) I choose over the Max model because of the follow mode, the max does not have. I would definitely recommend these peoducts
(Update) Just a couple warning. These are incredible tool for parks, walking trails camping, ext. Don't go over humps (roots, grass to concrete) until you teach your self. Any hump go at an angle and the tire going over the hump shift your weight to the other tire, and the same when the other tire goes over it. The spot you are trying to go over needs to be somewhat inclined. A straight up spot best to just walk it over. Next do not push these straight forward like a race or to see how fast they go, they brake their self when you get over the set speed limit, and if you push forward hard and just keep going it tilts you back and the backwards tilt will though you off because you cannot keep your balance. I LEARNED this the hard way
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5.0 out of 5 stars Segway Ninebot S-Plus is an amazing Experience - Feels like your flying!
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2022
Purchased: December 2021
Current Milage: 105 kilometers now (Feb 5, 2022).

ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. (Feb. 5, 2022) - The intent on purchasing this device was to get something to avoid walking merely for transportation purposes. For instance, riding this device to the gym from the parking lot to then run 5 miles on the treadmill. The riding it back to the car from the gym. Understand?This period in our society has offered modern electronics and battery technology (lithium) built in making devices such as this one ready for the times.

At some time in the early 2000's this rider purchased a two wheeled inline scooter to see if it would be a practical solution for the above intended use. Size, battery life, etc. It did not suit my expectations.

For clarification, this is not a two wheeled inline scooter. Though many people call it a scooter, it does not ride like an inline scooter. One main difference is you can come to a complete stop, stay on the device, and just stand on it, waiting and ready to go (at a stop light, in line, or just chilling out planning your next movement in the space your in).

Fitness Level / Agility / Sense of Balance / Prior Skating Experience
All of the above physical traits enhance the ability to enjoy the ride experience on the Segway Ninebot S-Plus.

The name of the device will be repeated in this review because Amazon mixes reviews in the same listings for other models. So lets make sure your reading a review for the desired item, a Segway Ninebot S-Plus. (S-Plus) for short.

This is just a quick overview review for now. The intent is to edit relevant video and attach it to this review when time permits. In the meanwhile, this review snippet is provided to discuss the experience thus far now going on six weeks.

About this particular reviewer's physical fitness and experience with motion sports on wheels (skates, bikes, other scooters, water skiing, and ice skiing). This reviewer has a Level II Certified Inline Skate Instructor certification as well.

In terms of physical fitness - Includes daily workouts at gym, healthy diet, muscular body density, fit legs from thighs, calves, ankles, and feet. All this is important when considering how the S-Plus experience will be for anybody else with more or less a good degree of fitness, and a healthy background of skating experience.

Fitness, and skating experience
Now, just because this reviewer may have ideal fitness/rolling experience to basically begin riding the S-Plus out of the box - and I mean riding it and having fun, not worrying about falling off, and able to explore alternate terrain challenges to expand the riding experience, this does not mean somebody with less fitness/rolling experience won't have fun building up through beginner, intermediate and advance riding skills. But that will take time. Something this generation seems to have in limited supply.

In addition, fitness and conditioning play a key roll in injury prevention. For one, yes, this rider did take some "Oh Crap" moments when riding the S-Plus. Meaning, there are times when you may have to spring off, and quickly step off the S-Plus. Just this evening, at an intersection, there wasn't enough time to both stop, and step off the device. Now, this was a challenging intersection (side road type, not traffic light type). The approach to the street was on a down hill slope probably around 30 degrees for one. That is what this rider didn't anticipate for. So, even though this rider slow down, and sprang off backwards, the S-Plus didn't quick come to a complete stop as the rider before the street. Typically, when stepping off after coming to a complete stop, all the rider has to do is place a foot back onto either of the foot pad areas to keep it next to you. On this occasion, there wasn't enough time. So all this rider could do was watch the S-Plus continue onward straight into the street, as the (speeding) car continued to pass. Since the scooter was moving quite slowly, the down hill slop gave it more speed to continue propelling forward as the passing car continued to drive (most likely without noticing the S-Plus still moving along). Well, the car just passed by and I quickly caught up to the S-Plus, placed my right foot on the pad, and made it come to a complete stop. Then quickly, this rider resumed riding it forward through the street to the sidewalk on the other side. This particular (spring off the device, and device keeps going forward into jeopardy) is now part of this rider's riding experience and it will be accounted for when approaching any other intersections. For one, to approach the intersection with a designated "landing spot" at the intersection's edge where both this rider an the device can safely stop, and stand-bye for the next movement.

The above close call was an advance riding episode, which beginners and even intermediate riders should not really experience. This rider's experience includes looking for obstacles and intricate sidewalk, ramps, and other "obstacles" to explore or slalom around, to include attempting "power slide" sharp turning stops. So yes, you can "push" this S-Plus in accordance with your skill and fitness level.

Yes, you will take it out of the box, fiddle with the activation process (just remember, use the App to connect to the device - not the phone's Bluetooth icon sequence). The app includes the other communication aspects to complete the connection handshake. Also, the app may lose connection with the device. In this case, just completely close the app and restart it to start a fresh session.

So once you have it up and running, and have found a place to store the box it came in (note, when you order this item, make sure you get amazon to enclose it in another box. When this purchaser ordered it, it was shipped in the original retail box which was scratched, marred and damaged during shipping. The label with the serial number, etc. was very scratched almost making the information illegible.

Now, you need a pretty good wide open space to start playing around on it. Yes, first you will be obligated to engage in a series of safety learning tutorials which are interactive, require you do actually do with the device, before proceeding to the next tutorial. Things like step on, step off, turn left / right 360 degrees, forward, etc. It is basic, but in hindsight, very valuable and later you can appreciate the compelling of these basic learning tutorials because the S-Plus is quite a different experience to ride - not like a bike, skateboard, etc. Remember, propelling is no longer required by the user, merely steering, acceleration, and slowing down direction is simply required. That is also where the fun begins.

Once your able to step on and without looking down, propel yourself forward, then to the left, and now your moving through space without effort - you actually feel like your flying - really!

And that is where I'll leave this quick review for now. Remember, the fitness and conditioning aspects of the rider are required to avoid injury and to continue enjoying the Segway Ninebot S-Plus going forward. Overweight, unconditioned legs, ankles, thighs, no sense of balance, or lack of ability for anticipatory movement through space, and on the fly terrain awareness for quick reaction and for best practices - in short are user deficiencies and not the fault of the S-Plus.

So if people say oh, the Segway is too hard to ride - it is probably because those people can't ride.

Imaging watching a down hill skier going down a snow bank. Though the propulsion aspects of skiing are removed by the down hill aspects of the snow and slop, the requirement for strong legs is demanded on the user to provide bounce, and agility to make adjustments to the terrain and for turning. This is the same for the S-Plus. Legs need to strong enough to handle bending when boarding, stopping, reacting, turning, stopping. The legs act like shock absorbers and also adjust the rest of the body to the desired movement to the best center of gravity point as needed.

If the user is unable to adequately meet these basic physical and spacial movement demands and a good sense of balance, then the EV vehicle may need to be a four wheeled device such as those Electric carts at grocery and retail stores.

This rider is enthusiastic and appreciative for the ability to ride the S-Plus to appreciate the "flying" experience it offers. This rider also prefers the knee bar over the handle bar version of control which un-encumbers the rider's experience - more like inline skating (while coasting).

As a fail safe, if your adult seeking to enjoy this device and find you and it don't quick see eye to eye. A backup plan would be to gift it to another person - son, cousin, nephew who may be more suited for the device.

Some uses thus far:
1) Parking further away from a store front, and using the S-Plus to travel quickly to the front door where it is locked "like a bike" to a sign post, bike rack (which you don't see very much of anymore).
2) Centrally parking in a busy commercial district and running errands to a number of stores or to the gym.
3) Shuttling stuff to and from a work vehicle to a storage unit. You can carry boxes, pull/push carts, open doors, bend down, pick up stuff, turn, move, etc. Very interesting.

Lastly, look for my video either here or on YouTube.

Particular mentions for the S-Plus -
1) Water resistant - Can be left outside if it rains and it will be okay. Go through a puddle, etc.
2) 22 Mile range
3) 12.5 MPH speed - To put this in perspective. For those who run on a treadmill. This rider typically runs around 6-7 MPH on the treadmill, and has only ran and full sprint at 10 MPH. So, take that into consideration when looking at 12.5 MPH as a top speed. Just think if you had to run and not ride the S-Plus to your destination. The brisk walking speed is about 3.5. So there, keep that in mind as you consider top speeds here. 12.5 is more than enough for this platform - taking into consideration the centrifugal forces, the center of gravity, the upright posture of the rider. Hey, if you want speed above 12.5 that is better suited for another device (inline scooter) with a handle bar to brace yourself with, and the position of the rider as it relates to center of gravity.

More to follow. Watch the video once posted here and YouTube.
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Anna
3.0 out of 5 stars Solo me
Reviewed in Mexico on February 8, 2021
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