NIU has unveiled the KQi3 Max standing electric scooter with a long-distance range of 66 km. The new KQi3 Max standing e-scooter can reach a top speed of 24km/h and it sports a lightweight design. NIU is a Chinese e-mobility startup with a growing portfolio of cutting-edge and innovative EVs.

The new NIU e-scooter comes with a comfortable design for good performance. A comfortable ride is something that is a difficult proposition with these small-wheeled e-scooters, especially on bumpy terrains. NIU however says the KQi3 Max comes well-kitted to deliver comfort. It has a 608.4 Wh (13Ah) battery and features four riding modes.

The riding modes are E-Save, Sport, Pedestrian, and a custom mode. The E-Save and Sport Modes have a maximum speed limit of about 14 km/h and 24 km/h respectively. The custom mode allows the user to set the riding parameters to suit the trip.

The NIU KQi3 Max e-scooter has a rear hub motor with a peak power of 450W. The e-scooter is thus powerful enough to climb terrains with a gradient projection of 25 degrees. The hard floorboard of the e-scooter provides sufficient space to place your feet while on the go. The floorboard also sits atop a sturdy frame housing the battery pack. The bike has a payload capacity of 120 kg, which is quite decent.

The new NIU electric scooter is connectible to the NIU smartphone app. You can thus lock the bike from a distance using the app. You can also use the app to view ride data and moderate the scooters’ speed, settings, and other features. As per pricing, the NIU KQi3 Max e-scooter retails for € 899 (US$ 953) on Amazon. It is already on sale it comes with a two-year guarantee.