Review: Backfire Nalu
Backfire Nalu
Technical Specifications
- Drive type: hub
- Power: 2 x 340 W
- Top speed: up to 25 km/h (16 mph)
- ESC: Hobbywing FOC 8S 15A
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Should you buy the Backfire Nalu?
Full review: Backfire Nalu
An eskate for relaxed riders
The Backfire Nalu electric skateboard is powered by 2 motors of 340 W each, delivering a total power of 680 W.
The drive type is hub, meaning the motors are integrated directly into the wheels. A discreet, quiet design requiring little maintenance but with limited torque.
La motorización de la Nalu is almost inaudible, making for a truly silent and enjoyable ride.
With a top speed of 25 km/h, this electric skateboard offers smooth everyday riding.
The electric skateboard Backfire Nalu is equipped with the ESC Hobbywing FOC 8S 15A.
Good autonomy for sustained use
The Backfire Nalu electric skateboard is equipped with a Nalu battery with a capacity of 136 Wh providing a theoretical considerable range of about 20 km.
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Backfire Nalu.
The ESC includes a regenerative braking function that sends energy back to the battery during braking, helping extend its range.
The battery is fully built into the deck, making it completely invisible and giving the board an authentic look.
A playful and nimble board
The Backfire Nalu is a surfskate designed to deliver a fairly agile, ideal for carving or city rides riding experience.
As for the deck, this electric skateboard features a 76.2 cm long and 25.1 cm wide surface with a deep concave. Its maple/fiberglass construction gives it a stiff flex.
This board is equipped with Forged CNC Surf trucks (simple Reversed Kingpin (RKP)) at the front and Forged CNC Surf trucks (simple Traditional Kingpin (TKP)) at the rear.
The truck baseplate is mounted in a « top mount » setup. In other words, the deck is traditionally mounted directly under the deck, offering precise control and optimal reactivity — ideal for carving and downhill riding.
The Backfire Nalu is equipped with street wheels made of polyurethane (PU) (78A), 80 mm — a board tailored for daily commutes in city environments!
An eskate suitable for transport
Weighing 5.8 kg, the Backfire Nalu electric skateboard is ideal for riders looking for a lightweight and easy-to-carry electric skateboard.
With a deck length of 76.2 cm, this surfskate is compact, perfect for traveling by car, train, etc..
One of the cheapest eskates on the market
The Nalu from Backfire is a budget-friendly board.
Its price of 530€ (599$) makes it a great choice for limited budgets.
Where to buy the Backfire Nalu?
The Nalu is available on Backfire's official website.
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