JackRabbit XG
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Summary of Reviews
We have read all expert and user reviews on the JackRabbit XG. In summary, this is what cyclists think.
13 reasons to buy
- At 33lb, the JackRabbit XG is relatively easy to lift and carry.
- The pegs and handlebars fold flat for tidier storage.
- The listed height range is 4’9” and 6’6”. Two experts—one 5’4” and the other 6’5”—find the XG comfortable.
- Reviewers appreciate the maneuverability afforded by the short wheelbase and 20” wheels.
- Top speed, acceleration, and, therefore, range, can be tuned using the three throttle power levels.
- UL2271 and UL2272 certifications attest to the safety of the battery, charger, and electrical systems.
- According to one reviewer, the 2.4” tires give “some light off-road capability.”
- Real-world tests confirm JackRabbit’s stated range of 20 miles in Eco mode.
- The XG has “no problem” reaching 20mph on flat terrain.
- A 180lb tester overcomes a steep hill with gradients up to 12%.
- The “punchy” acceleration in High mode impresses reviewers.
- One reviewer describes the pegs as “solid and grippy.”
- With fewer moving parts, the XG has lower maintenance requirements than an actual e-bike.
5 reasons not to buy
- In Eco and Low modes, the XG must already be moving for the throttle to be active.
- An expert bemoans the stopping power, which is well below average.
- Testers rue the lack of suspension, finding the ride a “bit jolty” over bumpy roads and when dropping off curbs.
- One expert questions the performance at this price. Another feels the XG is just an expensive e-scooter alternative.
- At this price, buyers have many proper e-bike options.
Bottom line
JackRabbit's XG is an e-scooter designed in the style of an e-bike but without pedals and a chain. The lightweight XG has a 500W motor, two 4.2Ah batteries, and folding handlebars and pegs. This model develops on the flagship OG, adding power, range, stability, and off-road capabilities. Experts enjoy the maneuverability, "zippy" ride, decent speed, and comfortable upright riding position. The poor stopping power and the bumpy ride on uneven terrain disappoint some, but the most notable complaint is the high price, given the performance. Overall, this makes the JackRabbit XG a rather "niche" e-mobility product.Expert Reviews
86/100 based on 3 rated expert reviewsJackRabbit XG Review, 2024
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