# Single-Wheel Scooters The Kiwano KO1 Scooter is Balanced, Efficient and App-Connected By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-05-23 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiwano-ko1 References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/kiwano-ko1-one-wheel-electric-scooter.htm) & [kiwano.co](https://www.kiwano.co/pages/ko1-electric-scooter) The idea of a [one-wheel scooter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naowheel) might sound like trying to ride a [unicycle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inmotion-v9), but the Kiwano KO1 scooter identifies how it's possible with a design that is inherently efficient and balanced. Weighing in at 20 kilograms, the scooter features a custom motor, is capable of reaching speeds of up to 20mph and will provide up to 20 miles of range per charge of the [lithium-ion battery pack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highperformance-electric-scooter). The Kiwano KO1 scooter works by having users board it and leaning in order to engage in movement to get around their respective town or city. Connecting to your smartphone via the accompanying app, the scooter is capable of being controlled wirelessly to have it follow along with you if you don't feel like riding. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Single-wheel Scooters:** The trend of single-wheel scooters is disrupting the personal transportation industry by offering a compact and efficient alternative to traditional scooters or bikes. - **Efficient Design:** The trend of efficient design in scooters is enabling longer range and better performance, opening up opportunities for eco-friendly transportation solutions. - **App-connected Mobility:** The trend of app-connected mobility is revolutionizing the way we interact with personal transportation devices, creating opportunities for seamless control and navigation. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Personal Transportation:** The personal transportation industry can leverage the trend of single-wheel scooters to offer innovative and sustainable mobility options. - **Electric Vehicle:** The electric vehicle industry can incorporate efficient design trends to develop more advanced and eco-friendly scooter models. - **Technology and Mobility:** The technology and mobility sector can capitalize on the trend of app-connected mobility to create smart transportation solutions for urban environments. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [App-Enabled Electric Kickscooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/appenabled-electric-kickscooters.md) - [Robust Electric Kick Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-stand-bike.md) - [Race Car-Inspired Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lavoie-series-1.md) - [Stabilized Standing Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/element-bondi.md) - [Origami-Inspired Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-escooter.md) - [Single-Wheeled Modular Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-naowheel.md) - [Connected Smart Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eso-10.md) - [Multifunctional Commuter eScooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alienish-ongo.md) - [Independent Suspension Electric Scooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threewheeled-electric-scooter.md)