Review: Backfire Zealot S3
Backfire Zealot S3
Technical Specifications
- Drive type: belt
- Power: 2 x 1100 W
- Top speed: up to 50 km/h (31 mph)
- ESC: Backfire 14S 60A FOC
Cool Features
Should you buy the Backfire Zealot S3?
Full review: Backfire Zealot S3
A model that delivers for demanding riders
The Backfire Zealot S3 electric skateboard is powered by 2 motors of 1100 W each, delivering a total power of 2200 W.
The drive type is belt, meaning the motors are connected to the wheels by belts. This design is ideal for torque and good braking feel.
La motorización de la Zealot S3 is noisy when accelerating, with the typical mechanical whine of belts.
With a top speed of 50 km/h, this electric skateboard will delight experienced riders looking for thrills.
The electric skateboard Backfire Zealot S3 is equipped with the ESC Backfire 14S 60A FOC.
Built for ambitious trips
The Backfire Zealot S3 electric skateboard is equipped with a Samsung 40T 21700 14S2P battery with a capacity of 403 Wh providing a theoretical considerable range of about 48 km.
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Backfire Zealot S3.
The ESC includes a regenerative braking function that sends energy back to the battery during braking, helping extend its range.
Rock-solid stability
The Backfire Zealot S3 is a longboard designed to deliver a super stable, perfect for speed lovers and long-distance rides riding experience.
As for the deck, this electric skateboard features a 99.5 cm long and 24.8 cm wide surface with a medium concave. Its maple/fiberglass/carbon construction gives it a flexible flex.
This board is equipped with Gravity Cast trucks (simple Reversed Kingpin (RKP)) at the front and Gravity Cast trucks (simple Reversed Kingpin (RKP)) 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 Zealot S3 is equipped with street wheels made of polyurethane (PU) (80A), 96 mm — a board ideal for mastering urban asphalt!
An eskate that can be carried without too much effort
Weighing 10.7 kg, the Backfire Zealot S3 electric skateboard remains fairly portable when needed.
With a deck length of 99.5 cm, this longboard has a standard size and can be taken on public transport like cars or trains without much trouble.
An eskate accessible to tight budgets
The Zealot S3 from Backfire is a cost-effective board.
Its price of 849€ (899$) ensures decent quality at a fair price.
Where to buy the Backfire Zealot S3?
The Zealot S3 is available on Backfire's official website.
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