“Hi all, reached the first 250Km on my Fluid Freeride Mantis, base model, light motors, 10x2.5 tires.
Mantis is a fantastic machine. I'm 8Km away from work including 3Km of hilly busy city roads.
My main concern was coping with traffic on those 3Km. I have to say Mantis is perfect for that, DUAL mode engaged and it has more that enough power and speed to flow with traffic. Having enough speed and climbing power is a security requirement for me and i feel i made the right choice each time i ride the Mantis.
The UPsides:
- Performance. Great dynamics, fantastic acceleration and power, good range;
- Stability, there's something solid and stable about riding the Mantis;
- Smooth ride and simultaneously very powerfull, it makes you confortable using the power;
- Slow speed manouvers are also easy to manage using some finesse on the accelerator;
- Great looks, stealthy black, ellegant badass scooter;
- Acceptable weight and portability for a performance scooter;
- Not too expensive comparing to other performance scooters;
- Ah, yes, performance;
- Have i mentioned performance enough?
The Downsides:
- Small bolts (head) tend to damage with use;
- Few maintenance information: It would be great to have a maintenance chart on Mantis initial documentation. For example, as any other scooter i think the stem bolt should be inspected and replaced from time to time and this kind of information is missing;
- The deck is vulnerable to water, adding some silicone to seal it up is an frequent option;
- My Mantis has the first motors and design, newest versions have some changes, some might prefer the latest version available;
- Seems to me the rear brake cable is forced to bend too much when the stem is folded.
- Some edges on the stem holes can be a bit sharp for the cable casing if you fold the scooter very frequently, additional padding is wise move;
Summary:
The Mantis is a fantastic performer and an absolute joy to ride. This scooter enables you to ride with authority on bike lanes, street, roads, hills... everywhere.
The Mantis has some few design rough edges but the upsides are overwelming, what a fantastic power scooter. I look forward to my commuting time everyday.
About motor versions: "Light" motor is faster but with lower heating resistance, the newest "heavy" motor has lower top speed, little more torque and higher heating resistance. Those who always prefer the newest versions, like me, might prefer the heavy motors but i don't feel any real issues using the light one, has plenty of torque, doesn't heat too much on my commute and i do have the extra speed. Thumbs up!
I'm thankful to FluidFreeride for the great costumer support and hard work getting my Mantis delivered. The shipment was complex and troubled due to the X-mas/new years frenzy, but we kept exchanging information and always felt insurance about the final result: delivered. FF also generously offered additional assessories for the shipment issues, having this beyond duty type of costumer care makes all the difference, thank you.
Great machine, great costumer support, highly recommendable... thank you all.”
“The Mantis is the perfect blend of low weight with powerful motors. The engendered steering makes the scooter feel light and nimble at low and high speeds. It feels light and maneuverable at sub 10mph just like a smaller scooter and rock solid at 40mph without any of the twitchy tendency's other scooters in this class have. It's also at the perfect price point. I like the hook for the stem when it's folded down. This keeps it from swinging around. The size of the Mantis is perfect for RV'ers that want a compact mode of transportation that can travel at normal road speeds but takes up a small amount of space. The suspension is great for a person of my weight (190lb). It's smooth and eats up the bumps. I could go on and on. What are you waiting for? Just buy one!”
“I would give you zero stars but 1 star is the lowest I can give you please do your self a favor don't buy this scooter I only have 70 miles on it and I have did nothing but baby it I can't get 20 miles out of it and that on eco it's been broke down for a month and they still haven't fixed it and have no solution for me I spent over $2000 dollars on the scooter and riding gear and I only rode it less than a dozen times I don't mean to preach but I'm so glad we are at the end of the Bible I love everyone so much but you rep what you sow”
“This thing FLIES !!
unreal is the word that comes to mind. And, I haven't even been in the third gear yet! A few words about the brakes. Holy crap! There is definitely braking power! I now know, first hand, this is NOT an entry level scooter. And I will need some more time on it to become more familiar with the unit. Again, WOW, what a thrill!”
“Love the Mantis Scooter, and the customer service at fluid free ride has been great. I would have givin 5 stars if it wasn't for reviving my scooter with a faulty controller. Customer service has been great so I am sure they will take care of the issue for me. If they don't I will lower my rating, so far solid Company and I'm not worried.”
“I hit send to fast-
2. I have a Tesla...it's not Tesla regen...I need to hit the rear brake to initiate the regen. I have the LT-01 controller (I still haven't seen any video on that controller) and when I hit the rear brake a red ! appears on the display....I guess that's the regen indication? I haven't taken it down a steep grade so I don't know how much regen I get. Does anybody else have the LT-01 controller?”
