Egret EIGHT V2 X

The EIGHT V2 X is a model designed primarily for the urban environment. The maximum load capacity of this scooter is 100 kg, which is an excellent figure given that we are talking about a scooter weighing just 14 kg. With a range of approximately 30 km, it is intended mainly for short to medium-long routes around the city, which is evidenced by its 350 W output. It has an air-filled, 8-inch wheel at the front and a solid, 8-inch wheel at the rear.

Unlike the TEN V3 X model, this model has both front and rear springs, which compensate for small wheels. Riding this scooter is therefore comfortable, even on poor surfaces.

Use and practicality

This model is mostly intended for the urban environment and for medium-long trips. In addition to low weight, the scooter’s great advantage is its compact dimensions when fully folded, as this model allows easy and quick folding of not just the scooter body but also the handles, including brake levers. With its weight of 14 kg, it is positioned very closely to the category of ultra-light scooters. You can easily carry it up the stairs or load it into a car or a tram without having to exercise by lifting dumbbells six months before buying it. We recommend this model for making daily trips around the city up to 15 - 20 km and to those people who are looking for a practical and reliable scooter that would them serve for many years. Thanks to its excellent compactness, you can take it with you folded to the office or restaurant where it will not bother anybody, which means you won’t have to leave it outside locked. You can also fit it nicely to the trunk of a regular car.

Range, performance and safety

Despite its low weight, the Egret EIGHT V2 X does not save on battery and comes with a relatively large 36 V and 10.4 Ah Li-ion battery, which corresponds to 374.4 Wh of stored energy. Thanks to this battery, the scooter can travel 30 km on a single charge. Moreover, it is the scooter’s rear wheel that is driven, which significantly improves safety in the event of motor failure compared to models that come with a front wheel driven. The motor is located directly in the rear wheel and delivers 350 W power, which is plenty enough for normal riding around the city. Charging the battery from 0 to 100% takes about 4 hours. In addition to aforementioned reliability, we should also mention that in this weight category it is one of the few lightweight folding models offering mechanical brakes on both wheels. The majority of manufacturers use only one brake or possibly electric braking in order to reduce the scooter’s weight. However, this model relies on standard drum brakes, which is why it brings safer riding and a good feeling that you can brake and come to a stop even in emergency situations. The built-in lights ensure good visibility in poor conditions and the rear LED light also serves as a brake light.

Comfort and design

The scooter is made in neutral black finish, which suits every occasion. It uses mostly rounded edges, thanks to which it looks stylish and less technical. The rear fender not only has a functional look but its design is such that you do not have to worry about arriving to work with muddy pants. The design looks simple but purposeful, underlining the lightness of the scooter itself. The design of the folding mechanism matches nicely the rest of the scooter body and looks elegant. The cabling is relatively well hidden inside the scooter’s body, which in turn feels lean. This model may be equipped with just 8-inch wheels, riding it is comfortable thanks to springs located at the front and rear, which help filtering out vibrations and uneven road surfaces. Although this model features suspension, unlike the TEN V3 X model, it remains a model not intended for fast sports riding, so it is certainly better to go around large potholes in order to avoid getting a flat front tire. The light weight also contributes to comfort, as you can easily carry this scooter when necessary.

Our rating

The high quality of used materials will convince you on the road and the sophisticated design will highlight your personal style. One should arrive at a meeting not only on time, but also in style. You can easily fold the scooter and put it either into a car trunk or, for instance, under your desk. The scooter’s main advantages include standard drum brakes on both wheels, which improve safety along with springs on both axles. The Egret EIGHT V2 X comes with adjustable steering rod height, which means it is able to accommodate tall riders. The scooter has a practical kickstand, thanks to which it can stand on its own. The scooter’s suspension will make your ride both more comfortable and safer. Weighing mere 14 kg, it ranks among extremely light scooters. Its primary intended use is in the urban environment where you can easily carry it up the stairs or even take it with you to the office or restaurant.

Service

We are the official importer and dealer of the EGRET brand in Slovakia, Czechia and Ukraine. We offer direct warranty and post-warranty servicing, which is provided in our branches in Prague, Brno, Bratislava and Uzhhorod. We keep spare parts in stock and we are a certified provider of warranty repairs. Therefore, when buying this scooter, you do not have to worry about servicing or unavailability of spare parts. Thanks to representing the manufacturer directly, we can handle difficult repairs or diagnostics.

About the brand

The German company Walberg Urban Electrics has been selling the EGRET premium brand since 2012. The second lifestyle brand, THE-URBAN, was added in 2017. Over that period, Walberg Urban Electrics has distributed more than 60 000 electric scooters. Its founder, Florian Walberg, started as an ordinary user of electric scooters. Based on his personal experience, he realised the huge potential of this new form of mobility. According to him, in the coming years the cities will have to adapt the roads and pavements in a new manner – shifting from internal combustion vehicles towards alternative mobility forms. The electric scooters, especially folding ones, can be easily combined with public transport or one’s own car. We completely agree with Florian on this. The EGRET and THE-URBAN brands are very popular, particularly in Germany, thanks to their German quality, reliability and stylish design.