the regen braking feels super weak now compared to when i got it, is that normal

— asked by Riley

Quick answer: Regenerative braking strength is tied directly to your battery's state of charge. It's weakest when the battery is near full and strongest when the battery is below ~80%.

Diagnosis

Regenerative braking strength is tied directly to your battery's state of charge. It's weakest when the battery is near full and strongest when the battery is below ~80%.

How to Fix It

This is normal operation, not a fault. To feel stronger regen, ride the scooter down to 80% charge first. The system limits regen to avoid overcharging a full battery.

If That Didn't Work

If you feel NO regen even at lower battery levels, check the P-settings in the menu to ensure regenerative braking hasn't been accidentally turned off (P12 setting).

Heads Up

Don't rely solely on regen braking for sudden stops—it's a supplement to the physical disc brakes. The mechanical brakes are your primary stopping power.

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