{"id":13234,"date":"2021-05-17T15:52:19","date_gmt":"2021-05-17T15:52:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.electricscooterinsider.com\/?post_type=product&p=13234"},"modified":"2022-11-02T22:19:15","modified_gmt":"2022-11-02T22:19:15","slug":"vsett-8r-review","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.electricscooterinsider.com\/electric-scooters\/reviews\/vsett-8r-review\/","title":{"rendered":"VSETT 8R Review"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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I\u2019ve seen people talking about the VSETT 8R as a commuter scooter, and I\u2019m inclined to disagree. While its handlebars and frame do fold, at 46 lbs it\u2019s fairly heavy. As a last-mile solution, I wouldn\u2019t recommend it, because it\u2019s too bulky to lug around.<\/p>
The 8R can be categorized as lying somewhere between an advanced entry-level scooter and a basic performance scooter<\/strong>. While it offers a range that blows most commuter scooters<\/strong><\/a> (think Apollo Light, Apollo City, and Zero 9) out of the water, it lacks the power and speed that characterize the electric scooter industry\u2019s cream of the crop.<\/p> <\/p> I\u2019d recommend the 8R for riders who are new to electric scooters. It\u2019s an ideal scooter for riders that haven\u2019t ridden a scooter before and are searching for something that is a step up from slower, more conventional models.<\/p> The 8R also has an adjustable telescopic stem, which means it\u2019s well suited to riders of all heights. Plus, it supports up to 265 lbs.<\/p> If you\u2019re on a tight budget<\/strong><\/a>, you can get all that the 8R has to offer minus some of the mileage with the VSETT 8 (15.6Ah). For $400 less, you can get your hands on the 8R\u2019s predecessor, which will give you a 30 mile range, as opposed to 42 miles.<\/p> Best Electric Scooters for Adults<\/a><\/strong> \r\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/div><\/p> <\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div> While I have a soft spot for VSETT scooters \u2013 which, by and large, are both well-made and affordable \u2013 I can\u2019t endorse the 8R as being worth its $1,299 price tag. Don\u2019t get me wrong, it is competitively priced, but you can get more value for your money elsewhere<\/strong>.<\/p> The chief reason for my verdict here is that it\u2019s all too easy to compare the 8R to its fellow VSETT model, the 8. As previously mentioned, the 8 costs $400 less, has almost identical basic specs and comes with all the same features. Sure, its range is 12 miles worse \u2013 but if you\u2019re not planning on tackling long distances<\/strong><\/a>, this is unlikely to be an issue.<\/p> <\/p> And, if you are planning on engaging in lengthier rides, the EMOVE Cruiser offers better value than the 8R. On top of offering 20 miles more range, it\u2019s faster, can support more weight, and is available in five vivacious colors.<\/p> Plus, we haven\u2019t even taken into account the VSETT 9R yet. The 8R\u2019s older brother costs the same, but is faster (28 mph), offers disc (rather than drum) brakes, and has a decent 33 mile range. Or, if you want to venture into the world of dual motor scooters<\/strong><\/a> without the hefty price tag, the VSETT 9+ (15.6Ah) doubles up 650W motors to deliver a top speed of 33 mph and a 28 mile range for just $1,224.<\/p> In the end, the fairest assessment may be that the VSETT 8R isn\u2019t bad value for money \u2013 there\u2019s just better value for money elsewhere. In this sense, the VSETT line is a victim of its own success. With the 8 and 9R offering just as much excitement \u2013 but for less of your hard-earned cash.<\/p> Best Cheap Electric Scooters<\/a><\/strong>
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