NEW: King Song F16, 2,200Wh Battery, 3,500W Motor, 17" | 3.0-12 Tire

What sets the F16 apart from its competitors, like the Patton-S, V14, etc? The main draw of the F16 is its excellent price-to-performance ratio, while offering more modern features compared to similar models. Changing the tire is much faster & easier than anything else on the market, the pedals are adjustable both in height and dihedral angle, and its top speed of 49mph is matched only by the aging V14. Plus, it includes the latest feature package from King Song, which includes Apple Find My integration and excellent lighting adjustability. This wheel would be ideal for someone who wants the performance of a top-end 16"-class wheel without sacrificing on features & amenities. The F16 also shares the F18's proven extra-rigid frame & suspension design, which offers unmatched predictability in handling especially when adopting an aggressive riding style.

Will power pads be included in the box? Yes, every F16 will come with pads included from the factory. King Song has revised the pads to be more comfortable, & to improve their effectiveness for aggressive riding.

What is the actual achievable top speed? King Song claims that 80kmh (49mph) is achievable, depending on conditions, rider weight, & state of charge, but real-world top speed has yet to be proven as the F16 was just recently released. Similar to the F22 & F18, the F16 should support an adjustable PWM alarm setting in the app.

What's the theory behind using four suspension elements, rather than the traditional pair of shocks or single shock + two sliders designs?One of the main issues that suspension Wheels face is a lack of rigidity, which is caused in large part by the inherent instability of two parallel vertical poles that all suspension wheels use, be they stanchions or shocks. While the F18's suspension elements are all still concentrated in the center of the machine, King Song has engineered the mounting brackets and overall frame to be more rigid, and initial rider reports reflect that this makes a significant difference. In addition, being able to adjust air pressure, spring preload, and oil damping allow for the most customizable suspension experience on the market.

Can you use different settings across the different shock elements?This is not recommended. Both preload adjustments, both damping adjustments, and both air pressure chambers must have the same settings/pressures to avoid uneven stress on the suspension system, which can accelerate wear or cause other undesired effects.

What's the highest weight that the suspension can support? Are there different coil weights to match different rider weights, similar to Leaperkim wheels?King Song's spec sheet for the F16 specifies a 120kg max load, which equates to ~265lbs. Recommended air shock pressures for different rider weights can be found in a chart below.

There aren't any plans to offer different coil weights, although that's the philosophy of the air chambers, you can adjust the suspension stiffness and support depending on how much pressure is used.

How weather-resistant is the F16? Has it been IP tested? King Song claims IPX6 water resistance, and while there hasn't been any independent certification, they specify that just like the F18, the Wheel survived "3-minute riding at speed wading a 40mm depth puddle" in their own first-party test. We still advise that the general rule for all modern Wheels applies here, which is that light rain and smaller puddles should be alright, but moderate to heavy rain and larger bodies of water are to be avoided wherever possible. Even if the electronics were 100% waterproof, the motor bearings can still experience accelerated wear and degradation with repeated water exposure.

What charger is included with the F16? Is it rapid-charging capable? Are there any aftermarket charger options? Similar to other wheels in its class, the F16 comes with a 5A charger. King Song claims that 10A is the maximum charge rate on the F16, but faster charging speeds are likely possible given what other models with similarly-sized battery packs comprised of 50S cells are capable of.