Review: Exway Wave (Riot)

Full review of the Exway Wave (Riot): top speed, range, price, pros and cons. Our opinion to help you choose the best electric skateboard.

Exway Wave (Riot)

An ultra-compact urban board that makes no compromises on performance. Its removable battery gives you total freedom for your urban adventures, with no distance limits!
6.5
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Power

6.8

Range

3.4

Features

10

Price

975 $850 €
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6.4 kg14 lbs
cruiser
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Technical Specifications

  • Drive type: belt
  • Power: 2 x 430 W
  • Top speed: up to 38 km/h (24 mph)
  • ESC: Hobbywing 10S 42V 24A FOC

Cool Features

Regenerative braking Mobile app Integrated ambient lights Direction switch Cruise mode Removable battery Shock-absorbing grip

Should you buy the Exway Wave (Riot)?

Full review: Exway Wave (Riot)

A good balance of performance and control

The Exway Wave (Riot) electric skateboard is powered by 2 motors of 430 W each, delivering a total power of 860 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 Wave (Riot) emits the characteristic sound of a belt motor, like a small drone going uphill.

With a top speed of 38 km/h, this electric skateboard provides a good balance between comfort and dynamism.

The electric skateboard Exway Wave (Riot) is equipped with the ESC Hobbywing 10S 42V 24A FOC.

Very comfortable autonomy for daily use

The Exway Wave (Riot) electric skateboard is equipped with a 10S2P 42V 24A battery with a capacity of 180 Wh providing a theoretical considerable range of about 20 km.

It takes 3 hours to fully charge the Exway Wave (Riot).

The ESC includes a regenerative braking function that sends energy back to the battery during braking, helping extend its range.

Battery can be easily removed for replacement or charging separately.

A playful and nimble board

The Exway Wave (Riot) is a cruiser 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 26.8 cm wide surface with a medium concave. Its maple/fiberglass construction gives it a stiff flex.

This board is equipped with Trist 7" trucks (simple Reversed Kingpin (RKP)) at the front and Trist 7" 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 Exway Wave (Riot) is equipped with street wheels made of polyurethane (PU) (80A), 85 mm — a board tailored for daily commutes in city environments!

An eskate suitable for transport

Weighing 6.4 kg, the Exway Wave (Riot) 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 cruiser is compact, perfect for traveling by car, train, etc..

An eskate accessible to tight budgets

The Wave (Riot) from Exway is a accessible board.

Its price of 850€ (975$) gives you a solid setup without overspending.

Where to buy the Exway Wave (Riot)?

The Wave (Riot) is available on Exway's official website.

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Other setups

The Exway Wave (Riot) is available in multiple configurations.