HUGE UPGRADE: MAGURA MT5E BRAKES / KAABO WOLF KING GT! ULIP HYBRID OFF-ROAD TIRES!

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0:00 - Introduction
01:43 - Why I upgraded
06:15 - Figuring out the front brake
09:30 - Banjo basics
10:39 - Banjo - switching sides
15:05 - Angle grinding the fork
21:56 - Phase & Hall wires - correct settings
26:18 - The MAGIC combo!
32:09 - Rear brake
36:44 - Rear caliper mount
39:03 - After 1st test ride
41:48 - How to waterproof
44:03 - Why even upgrade the brakes?
48:07 - Tires - ULIP hybrid off-road
55:21 - How do the tires perform?
57:17 - Conclusion: was it worth it?
59:40 - 1st test ride, motor overheating
1:01:53 - Riding the upgraded WKGT in Lviv
I recently completed a 2-month upgrade process on my 2022 Kaabo Wolf King GT, and it's transformed the scooter into a completely new vehicle!
While the scooter is fantastic, the stock Chinese brakes leave a lot to be desired. After installing Magura MT7 Raceline brakes on my Canyon Nerve 5500w e-bike, I realized I wanted the same great braking power for the WKGT. That led me down the rabbit hole...
Hundreds of hours later, with hair pulled out, lots of angle grinding done, and many swear words expended, I finally got it done. The Magura MT5E (Higo Closer) brakes are WORLDS better than the stock brakes.
Was the work and PITA worth it? Absolutely! The great brakes transform the scooter's performance, and the upgrade from stock off-road tires to the ULIP hybrid off-road is also an amazing improvement. Quieter, smoother, with less rolling resistance and less rider fatigue.
So if you're thinking about upgrading your WKGT with Magura brakes, this how-to video is a must watch. I wish it had existed when I started this project - it would've saved many, many hours of work and frustration.
If this how-to guide helps you, or if you have questions, feel free to leave a comment!

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  • @CoolWatts
    @CoolWatts8 ай бұрын

    Links to components used: ULIP Hybrid off-road tires ulipstore.com/products/ulip-2-pack-90-65-6-5-vacuum-tire-11-inch-with-built-in-live-glue-repairable-for-dualtron-zero-11x-kaabo-scooter-fits-most-38cc-47cc-and-49cc-mini-pocket-bikes-mta1-mta2-gp-rsr-and-more#&gid=1&pid=1 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BZYVDHSP/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Adapter plate for rear caliper escootnow.com.au/products/Kaabo-Wolf-Warrior-Series-brake-bracket-suit-4-Piston-Magura-MT5e-MT7e-series-by-eScootNow-p592381270 TRP 1mm disc spacer www.bike24.com/p2225514.html Goodridge Banjo Bolt M6x1 www.bike-components.de/en/Goodridge/Banjo-Bolt-M6x1-p23456/ Goodridge M6 Banjo www.bike-components.de/en/Goodridge/M6-Banjo-p23454/ Hope M6 Banjo www.ebay.com/itm/384805815009 www.ebay.com/itm/374800315433 www.ebay.com/itm/384492003942 Magura MT5E Higo Closer www.bike-components.de/en/Magura/MT5e-Carbotecture-Disc-Brake-p45434/

  • @andrewbarratachea
    @andrewbarratachea2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for this video! You're probably the ONLY person ever to show the disassembly of these brakes and how to put them on a scooter.

  • @m0d01
    @m0d017 ай бұрын

    Bravo dude. You ran into the exact same pitfalls as I have. This video is inspiration for me to finish the job!

  • @CoolWatts

    @CoolWatts

    7 ай бұрын

    Thanks! Good luck with it!

  • @elliotbaltazar
    @elliotbaltazar8 ай бұрын

    This is what I needed to hear about those tires. They look amazing, but your review of them is the only one I have found and it was fantastic.

  • @CoolWatts

    @CoolWatts

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks! Great to hear. I felt the same way, they looked to be a good design but there was a lack of reviews. Great tires. Just a huge PITA to install!!

  • @elliotbaltazar

    @elliotbaltazar

    8 ай бұрын

    @@CoolWatts You think they're tougher than a typical tire? I'm going to install the version with tubes, on a split rim Nanrobot. I'm hoping it will be easier

  • @CoolWatts

    @CoolWatts

    8 ай бұрын

    @@elliotbaltazar Can't tell about longevity yet, but rubber on tread and sides is quite thick.

  • @elliotbaltazar

    @elliotbaltazar

    8 ай бұрын

    @@CoolWatts LOL! Thanks, but I meant do you think they're tougher to change than a typical tire? I was asking because you said they're a pain in the ass to install. I think you had such a tough time because you had tubeless and your rim wasn't a split rim. I'll be using the tubes, and my rim splits in two. I shouldn't have to struggle with tire spoons and fighting to get the tire to take air.

  • @CoolWatts

    @CoolWatts

    8 ай бұрын

    @@elliotbaltazar Can't compare as these are the first scooter tires I've changed. If you're doing with split rim, it'll be MUCH easier. Kaabo had to design this better for maintenance, with a split rim and connectors for motor/wheel removal. They took a step in the right direction with the GTR which has split rims.

  • @naterodriguez9829
    @naterodriguez982921 күн бұрын

    my brakes failed since the first week and never got any warranty from the retailer wich was BS but your video helps me alot Thank you SLAVA UKRAINE

  • @electric_things_
    @electric_things_6 ай бұрын

    Good video and clean looking scooter! Never thought about upgrading my breaks tell now definitely a good solid upgrade

  • @CoolWatts

    @CoolWatts

    6 ай бұрын

    Thanks 👍

  • @afcb78
    @afcb784 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much for posting this. I purchased all the kit to attempt to do this and gave up, so sold on all the parts. I then purchased the GTR model and would love to look at it again to see how this differs for the GTR model compared to GT. The Front brake rotor is now on the opposite side compared to the GT so hoping this helps missing out one step in reversing the front wheel. The tyres being 12". Would be good to get your opinion in worth the investigation of trying MT5e on the GTR...of course there is no content out there for the GTR.

  • @lalamanfortheone1
    @lalamanfortheone19 күн бұрын

    Thank you , when you’re looking at the scooter straight on, that’s the side the brakes they are on so the Wolf King GT will be on the left side mountain bike will be on the right ?

  • @a1c056
    @a1c0563 ай бұрын

    Hi! Could you give us a measurement of the tire when inflated? (How much psi for you?) Width and circumference, to calculate the exact diameter. I wonder how much it changes compared to its unequipped state. Thanks

  • @donbugg4582
    @donbugg45823 ай бұрын

    Will the Magura work on the front of the GTR since it is on the left?

  • @fiansobg
    @fiansobg8 ай бұрын

    Hey man, I am currently trying to fit mt5 estop for my t107 pro electric scooter. When reversing the banjo do you have to cut the old one or can you unscrew it and replace it with the good sized one? Thanks

  • @CoolWatts

    @CoolWatts

    8 ай бұрын

    I cut the tube and re-terminated with the Goodridge banjo.

  • @fiansobg

    @fiansobg

    8 ай бұрын

    @@CoolWatts thanks. Are O ring necessaries for the banjo and bleed screw?

  • @roylong4830
    @roylong48307 ай бұрын

    🤷 *Promosm*

  • @adamafable3236
    @adamafable32368 ай бұрын

    But for the brake you disconnected the sensors😅?

  • @CoolWatts

    @CoolWatts

    8 ай бұрын

    Nope, the mt5e Higo closer connect to the stock connectors, and work same as stock levers. Activates Regen and brake lights.

  • @adamafable3236

    @adamafable3236

    8 ай бұрын

    Okay thanks bro 😅

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