Review: Backfire Zealot X2
Backfire Zealot X2

Technical Specifications
- Drive type: gear
- Power: 2 x 1500 W
- Top speed: up to 50 km/h (31 mph)
- ESC: Backfire 14S 140A FOC
Cool Features
Should you buy the Backfire Zealot X2?
Full review: Backfire Zealot X2
The elite eskate for enthusiasts
The Backfire Zealot X2 electric skateboard is powered by 2 motors of 1500 W each, delivering a total power of 3000 W.
The drive type is gear, meaning the motors are connected to the wheels by gears. Besides robustness and easy maintenance, this system allows direct transmission with high torque.
La motorización de la Zealot X2 is clearly audible, with a dry hum typical of gears.
With a top speed of 50 km/h, this electric skateboard will delight experienced riders looking for thrills.
The electric skateboard Backfire Zealot X2 is equipped with the ESC Backfire 14S 140A FOC.
Very comfortable autonomy for daily use
The Backfire Zealot X2 electric skateboard is equipped with a Samsung 50S 14S2P battery with a capacity of 504 Wh providing a theoretical considerable range of about 50 km.
It takes 3 hours to fully charge the Backfire Zealot X2.
The ESC includes a regenerative braking function that sends energy back to the battery during braking, helping extend its range.
A stable and reassuring board
The Backfire Zealot X2 is a longboard designed to deliver a quite stable and reassuring at moderate speeds 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 ABS/maple/fiberglass construction gives it a medium flex.
This board is equipped with Forged CNC trucks (simple Reversed Kingpin (RKP)) at the front and Forged CNC 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 X2 is equipped with street wheels made of polyurethane (PU) (80A), 105 mm — a board designed for everyday riders in urban settings!
An eskate that can be carried without too much effort
Weighing 12.3 kg, the Backfire Zealot X2 electric skateboard is a heavyweight that's tough to handle.
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.
A board with a balanced mid-range price
The Zealot X2 from Backfire is a middle-priced board.
Its price of 1199€ (1299$) targets those looking for reliability without overspending.
Where to buy the Backfire Zealot X2?
The Zealot X2 is available on Backfire's official website.
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