NIU KQi Youth – lightweight electric kids scooter for young riders
The NIU KQi Youth in Blue and Red is a compact electric kick scooter that NIU specifies for riders aged 8 to 14. With a vehicle weight of just 8.4 kg, two riding modes and a top speed of up to 16 km/h, it is designed for leisure use, learning and controlled riding.
The motor provides 150 W rated power and up to 200 W peak power according to NIU. Its 67 Wh battery offers up to 11.5 km manufacturer-rated range and takes around four hours to charge. Features include AirStryke tyres, an electronic front brake, mechanical rear brake, a soft padded stem cover and 9-in-1 ambient lighting.
In short: A lightweight NIU kids scooter with 16 km/h top speed, up to 11.5 km manufacturer-rated range, 200 W peak power and child-focused safety details.
Use & important road-use information
The KQi Youth is a kids and leisure scooter. NIU does not list it as a German eKFV road-approved scooter. It should therefore not be confused with regular NIU KQi road-approved models. Local rules, a suitable riding area and appropriate supervision must be observed.
Drive & performance
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Rated power: 150 W
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Peak power: up to 200 W according to NIU
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Top speed: up to 16 km/h
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Riding modes: Safe and Sport
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Throttle: Half-handle twist
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Max. rider weight: 60 kg
Battery & range
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Battery: 67 Wh
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Voltage: 21.6 V
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Range: up to 11.5 km according to NIU
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Charging time: approx. 4 hours
Comfort & chassis
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Weight: 8.4 kg including battery
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Tyres: NIU AirStryke Technology, PU/rubber solid tyres
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Wheel size: 7.5 × 1.5 in front / 7 × 1.5 in rear
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Stem: soft padded cover
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Wiring: no exposed wiring according to NIU
Safety & equipment
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Brakes: electronic front and mechanical rear
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Lighting: 9-in-1 ambient lighting
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Water resistance: IP54 according to NIU
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Deck: swappable griptape
Technical specifications
| Model |
NIU KQi Youth |
| Colour |
Blue or Red |
| Manufacturer rider age |
8–14 years |
| German road approval |
No German eKFV approval stated |
| Rated power |
150 W |
| Peak power |
up to 200 W |
| Top speed |
up to 16 km/h |
| Battery |
67 Wh / 21.6 V |
| Range |
up to 11.5 km according to NIU |
| Charging time |
approx. 4 hours |
| Brakes |
electronic front / mechanical rear |
| Tyres |
NIU AirStryke Technology |
| Weight |
8.4 kg incl. battery |
| Max. rider weight |
60 kg |
| Water resistance |
IP54 |
| Intended use |
Leisure / suitable permitted areas |
Range and use notice: Range is based on manufacturer information and may vary depending on rider weight, surface, temperature, riding mode and riding style. The KQi Youth is not a regular German eKFV road-approved scooter.
Advice at Haidaway: Visit Haidaway in Seesen for personal advice on whether the NIU KQi Youth suits the intended rider in terms of size, controls and intended use.