{"id":43490,"date":"2023-05-29T10:17:09","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T10:17:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.electricscooterinsider.com\/?post_type=product&p=43490"},"modified":"2023-06-08T11:29:06","modified_gmt":"2023-06-08T11:29:06","slug":"varla-falcon-review","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.electricscooterinsider.com\/electric-scooters\/reviews\/varla-falcon-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Varla Falcon Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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The price at the time of writing the review was $1,049. However, this may change to reflect new prices and sales.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe good and the bad\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\tWho we recommend it for\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\tIs it worth its price tag?\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\tLook, feel, and functionality\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\tResults from our tests\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t \n\t\t\t\t\t\tOther scooters to consider\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t <\/div> <\/div><\/p> <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t The Varla Falcon is tailor-made for commuters and city-dwellers who want a durable scooter<\/strong> that\u2019ll sprinkle a bit of magic into those mundane everyday journeys. It\u2019s nippy, nimble, smooth, and held together by a frame that has a premium feel.<\/p> <\/p> Boasting a load capacity of 265 lbs, it\u2019s also a good option for heavier riders, while the firm, but shock-absorbing suspension, has just the right amount of preload needed to ensure a comfortable ride for all. The handlebars, meanwhile, measure 39 inches from the deck, making them well-suited for riders under 6 feet, but too short for those that are taller<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p> <\/p> Best Electric Scooters<\/a><\/strong> There are elements of the Falcon that ooze premium class. Its handling, ride quality, and versatility allow it to glide over differing urban terrain with ease, but issues arise when we switch the focus to overall performance.<\/p> <\/p> Its speed and range stats go toe-to-toe with the popular and significantly cheaper Horizon 10.4<\/strong><\/a> which costs $250 less. Then there are scooters like the SPLACH Titan<\/strong><\/a> which reside in the same price class as the Falcon, but bring over 4 times the motor power, 2 times the battery power, and a plethora of extra features that make it an altogether more attractive proposition.<\/p> Truth be told, the Falcon\u2019s price tag is more in line with entry-level dual-motor models<\/a> than the commuter workhorses<\/a> that it\u2019s competing against<\/strong>. This is even evident from within Varla\u2019s portfolio where the Pegasus brings dual motors to the table for just $150 more.<\/p> <\/p> Best Cheap Electric Scooters<\/a><\/strong> Measuring 25 inches wide, the handlebars and tactile rubber grips facilitate excellent control over the steering column<\/strong>. This improves your handling and mitigates some of the flaws that I\u2019ll cover throughout the review – spoiler alert: wheel spin.<\/p> <\/p> Along the handlebars, you\u2019ll find the ergonomically designed thumb throttle on the right, while the mechanical brake lever and irritating bell are on the left. The bell constantly rattles, but the good news is that you can remove it.<\/p> <\/p> Finishing the cockpit is the centrally-located display. However, it\u2019s not bright enough, and the ergonomics of having to switch between riding modes via the button below the screen is problematic. You have to press the button twice to change mode, meaning you\u2019re forced to take one hand off the handlebars while riding.<\/p> <\/p> You can count on Varla for a durable frame, and that\u2019s what the Falcon delivers.<\/p> <\/p> The aluminum alloy can withstand the wear and tear of everyday use, while the flourishes of red juxtapose with the minimalist black finish for an eye-catching aesthetic. The distinct silhouette and smooth flowing lines give the Falcon a futuristic look, too<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/p> Elsewhere, the angular fender that shoots out over the rear wheel is reminiscent of a racing car spoiler.<\/p> Grippy, long, and sporting the same upswept shape as a penny skateboard<\/strong>, the deck offers ample room for your feet to assume your preferred riding stance.<\/p> <\/p> Measuring 22.5 inches in length, 6.75 inches at its widest, and 5.25 inches at its narrowest, the tapered design is relatively narrow, but long enough to accommodate feet of all sizes.<\/p> <\/p> Tubeless, 9 inches, and with thick sidewalls, the tires delivered a satisfying level of cushioning on city streets<\/strong>, whilst also performing well on rough roads, dirt tracks, and potholed streets.<\/p> <\/p> The tires further benefit the scooter's ability to transition between different urban terrain since they allow you to maintain traction.<\/p> Combined with the sporty frame, the tires promise a nimble riding experience.<\/p> Electric Scooters with Big Wheels & Fat Tires<\/a><\/strong> The folding mechanism is similar to the one flaunted by the Fluid Vista<\/strong><\/a>. Previously, I\u2019ve raved about how efficient the Vista\u2019s mechanism is, so you can imagine my take on the Falcon\u2019s setup.<\/p> <\/p> By pulling down on the latch at the base of the stem, you can have the scooter collapsed in just a few seconds<\/strong> – and once collapsed, the hook on the back of the handlebars locks into the latch at the rear of the deck.<\/p> However, with a weight of 50 lbs, you certainly feel it when carrying the scooter.<\/p> <\/p> A Guide to Foldable Electric Scooters (Lightest & Most Compact)<\/a><\/strong> While testing the scooter, I weighed 190 lbs and for the motor and battery power on offer, it performed admirably. It does, however, support up to 265 lbs of rider weight<\/strong>, making it well-suited to heavier riders.<\/p> <\/p> Electric Scooters for Heavy Adults<\/a><\/strong> Lights are something that the Falcon isn\u2019t short of<\/strong>. The headlight and taillight are bright enough to safely illuminate your way down suburban streets, while the LEDs on the chassis add both an extra layer of safety and a dash of swag to the melting pot.<\/p> <\/p> It\u2019s worth noting, though, that the colorful chassis LEDs turn on automatically when the scooter is powered up, even if the main lights aren\u2019t turned on.<\/p> <\/p> Electric Scooters Headlights<\/a><\/strong> As previously stated, Varla\u2019s reputation as a reliable everyday scooter brand is underpinned by its commitment to robust build quality<\/strong>. The Falcon is no different. There\u2019s no wobble in the stem, the cable management is extremely tidy with no wires visible, and the frame is protected by an IP54 water-resistance rating.<\/p> <\/p> There are, however, a couple of shortfalls.<\/p> Firstly, you have to set up the mechanical brake yourself. Here, you need to thread the brake wire through the stem, chassis, and out alongside the rear disc. This is a simple task, but you then need to fasten it to the caliper of the rear disc. Despite calibrating the brake to the best of my ability (remember I\u2019ve reviewed over 100 electric scooters, so I know my way around them), the scooter\u2019s stopping power was poor.<\/p> <\/p> Now, while the task of setting up your brakes may sound trivial, I think it's an oversight where build quality is concerned<\/strong>. If you\u2019re going to spend over $1,000 on an electric scooter, you want every component to have been expertly calibrated before receiving it. It's like going to a fancy restaurant, asking for a steak, and then having to cook it yourself on a hot stone.<\/p> The second hiccup is the front-mounted motor. With 700W of peak power, you get un-godly amounts of wheel spin. Moving the motor to the rear would have made the Falcon an altogether more enjoyable ride.<\/p> <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\tPros & Cons<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
Who It's Best For<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
Best Electric Scooters for Adults<\/a><\/strong>
Electric Scooters For Commuting<\/a><\/strong>
Buying an Electric Scooter: A Beginner\u2019s Guide<\/a><\/strong>
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Cockpit<\/h3>
Frame<\/h3>
Deck<\/h3>
Tires<\/h3>
Electric Scooter Tires: A Beginner\u2019s Guide<\/a><\/strong>
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\r\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/p>Load<\/h3>
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Best Electric Scooters With Lights<\/a><\/strong>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/p>Build Quality<\/h3>