JW Pint – Onewheel Pint Battery Upgrade(Guide)

JW Pint – Onewheel Pint Battery Upgrade

The JW Pint is a new battery upgrade that requires no soldering, installation, or rewiring. You remove the battery from your Onewheel and pop in the JW Pint, which attaches to the bottom of your board.

The battery is the same size and shape as the current battery on your board, allowing you to charge normally. Also, it only weighs 11oz which is nearly half the weight of your Onewheel stock battery (23oz). 

Even though this is an 11 Ah battery against Onewheels 7.5 Ah, I’ve been able to get a similar range as my stock battery (20mi compared to my stock 18mi), and more importantly, this is the only chance I’ve had on my board of it exceeding 19.5 mph.

I’ve stepped on this board, accidentally dropped it, rode it down 20-degree hills, and had no problem with the new battery. In regards to the battery pack itself, it feels solid, is made of good material, and has a nice rubberized finish.

The weight and the feel of riding with this battery are nearly identical to my stock, but there are a few key differences.

The board is slightly faster (especially downhill) due to the higher voltage (36V) and Amp-hour capacity (11Ah) of the new battery.

Also, I haven’t had one issue with my battery indicator since installing this JW Pint, whereas, with my stock, I was constantly checking it for signs of over-charge or under-charge.

How Many Mah Is The Onewheel Pint Battery?

The Onewheel Pint battery is a lightweight 750-watt-hour lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 148 Wh hours.

As this number specifies, the Onewheel Pint will deliver 18.6 Ah of power every 2hrs charging time, assuming you do not let the battery discharge below 10%. The Onewheel’s consumption varies depending on your riding style.

Boarding and carving will use more power than cruising along flat ground. Using the Onewheel with the motor off does not drain any power from the battery, but you will lose some power to inefficiencies in the electronics.

This means the Pint is perfect for cruising on flat ground with no wind, but exercise caution when riding in strong winds.

If you ride the Onewheel until it dies, you can recharge the battery before you ride again with a standard wall outlet or car charger.

Budget around $80 to fully charge the battery, which takes 2-6 hours, depending on how many amps your charging device is rated at. Here is a summary of Onewheel Pint:

	Onewheel Pint
Battery	NMC: 18650
Charge time	3 hours
Capacity	148 Wh
Cells	18650-15S1P

Can You Upgrade The Battery On Onewheel Pint?

Onewheel Pint is an application that allows you to experience the feeling of riding Onewheel uniquely. Your Onewheel ride is filmed and shared life, with the ability to showcase your on-screen avatar.

The App allows users to experience what it would be like if they were riding their Onewheel around in the public view.

Yes! You can upgrade your Onewheel Pint battery using JW Pint battery upgrade instructions. If you’re looking for a powerful battery for your Onewheel Pint and want to save a little bit of cash, you may want to consider upgrading your battery.

The installation is easy and will probably take less than 30 minutes. However, it will void your warranty:

First off, you will need to purchase a new battery. You have a couple of options here. You can buy either the JW Pint or the BBSHD upgrade battery. I do not recommend any other brand of 36V 8AH or larger replacement battery for the Onewheel Pint.

This battery also comes with a charger: (I recommend buying an extra charger since they are very useful. You will also want to get a mounting bracket for the BBSHD battery, as it does not come with one.)

If you want to install a JW Pint upgrade kit, then you’ll need this JW Pint upgrade kit. This battery also comes with a charger.

Now that you have the battery, install it. You will need to remove your Onewheel Pint and cable. Just pry the top of your Onewheel Pint off.

Once you have removed your Onewheel Pint, use a flathead screwdriver to remove a large black plastic cover plate over your battery connector.

Pop the connector cover plates off with a small flathead screwdriver. Once you have removed the connector cover plate, remove the black plastic cable insulator and install your new battery pack.

The way to install it is shown in this diagram from the JW Pint instructions:

You can then reassemble your Onewheel Pint by reversing these steps. Remember to put the cable insulation back on after putting your Onewheel Pint together.

How Do I Extend My Onewheel Range?

First, plug an external battery into your Onewheel using the charging port on the back of your board. Now, plug the end of the external battery into a power source and turn it on so that your Onewheel can charge up to 100%.

Now you should be able to ride much further without worrying about running out of juice.

It is worth noting that charging with an external battery will not always be as fast as charging with your original charger because it takes time to transfer power from one device to another.

Also, when charging with an external battery, there is a chance that your board will not recognize that it has been connected to an external power source.

To fix this, you must reboot your board by holding the mode button and simultaneously pressing the trigger while the battery is plugged in.

How Do I Extend The Battery Life On My Onewheel?

Step 1: Charge your Onewheel

Onewheel comes with a charger designed only to be used with the Onewheel. That said, you can use it to charge any other standard USB charger (the same chargers you use for your computer). Just make sure you use the included charger.

Step 2: Buy Another Battery

You can get another battery for less than $20. It’s about the pack of gum in size and weighs about 12 grams. It will take over for your original One that came with your Onewheel, but the extra charge from 7Ah to 9Ah will give you more range.

Step 3: Avoid Full Discharges

When you’re traveling long distances and don’t have the opportunity to stop and charge up, try to avoid complete discharges of your board. Try to recharge it a little before that 30% mark.

The battery is designed to protect itself, letting you use more of its power earlier on in your riding session and less later on.

Step 4: Ride slower

The faster you go, the more energy you’ll use to propel yourself forward. Slowing down slightly can extend your battery life considerably.

Step 5: Ride In Eco Mode

If you’re cruising around, try turning on eco mode. This will save you energy by allowing your board to travel at a slower speed. It’s slightly less responsive, so if you’re getting into a groove and carving up a hill, turn it off again.

How Big Is The Onewheel Pint Battery?

The stock Onewheel Pint boasts a 148Wh internal battery. The battery cells are oriented in different directions depending on which side the rider is standing (or sitting, for that matter).

The red, yellow, and green cells go on the top side of the board if you’re facing forward.

Yellow, blue, and black cells go on the bottom if you’re facing forward. The battery is fairly heavy (365g) but not significantly heavier than a comparable Casio G-Shock watch. The battery is rated for “100 charging cycles”.

Charging cycles are equal to complete full drains of the battery. For example, if you drained the battery and then charged it completely five times, that would be five full charges or 5 charging cycles (not 1 charging cycle).

Not sure if that’s a standard rating in the industry, but that’s how Onewheel is rating it. I charged it once, and the battery level indicator went from 1-4 dots to 4-4 dots.

I imagine my “initial charge” of the battery was 0% instead of 100%. Interestingly, the user manual indicates that you shouldn’t let the board completely drain before recharging. It says to plug it in as soon as you see flashing LEDs (red or yellow).

This makes sense to me and aligns with how some electric bikes recommends.

The manual recommends plugging the charger into a separate wall outlet instead of the same one your board charges off of because it “reduces energy consumption” by the board itself.

I think that’s a good call because most chargers are designed to be plugged in 24/7, so they don’t have built-in protection circuits like laptops have.

How Many Cells Are In A CBXR Battery?

CBXR boasts 18650ga battery cells. These are the best and most efficient cells on the market. Surprisingly, they’re not all that expensive, either.

CBXR is a newly released battery that outperforms any other lithium-ion battery on the market – it’s more powerful and has a longer lifespan.

Eighteen thousand six hundred fifty batteries are the most popular size, so you’re probably wondering if there’s a different size. Luckily, there is, and it’s called the 18500.

The 18500 is the same as a 18650, but it uses smaller cells, which have less surface area and thus less energy density.

The main advantage is it’s about half the size of a 18650 battery but packs a slightly more powerful punch. The 18500 has also been used in electric cars and other high-current applications, so it’s a safe bet for power-saving applications.

CBXR 18650 batteries have a nominal voltage of 3.6V and a continuous rating of 20A at 60Hz.

That’s the same as a Samsung 30Q battery, one of the best high-capacity lithium batteries on the market, and better than almost any other battery I’ve tested.

The 2200mAh capacity is great for most users, but if you want even more oomph, CBXR has a 2900mAh version.

What is Onewheel CBXR?

Onewheel CBXR is a Onewheel XR upgrade, featuring a sleek, new look and all the transformational power of a 10″ tire in a light, maneuverable package.

The CBXR features a patented “Boxxle” technology, which allows the tire to be tilted up and down on a single axis to gain momentum in natural curves.

Improved braking performance and enhanced stability make these new Onewheel upgrades perfect for carving out tight turns around a bumpy course or beating the wind while cruising downhill.

CBXR features:

– 10″ tire with improved traction and agility on the boardwalk.

– Improved braking power and responsiveness, giving you more control while riding in a straight line or turning corners at high speed with less effort.

“Onewheel Pivot System” – patent-protected technology that independently manipulates the opposite side wheels from one another to increase stability.

– Fully-patented “Boxxle” technology, you can tilt the tires up and down on a single axis. This gives you the ability to momentum in natural curves while riding.

– The footpad is an updated version that fits over your shoes instead of right on top. This is easy to mount and dismount your board, providing more stability when standing since your foot is securely locked into the footpad.

– Through bolt mounting for improved ergonomics, the Onewheel slides in and out of the mount. The tool is required to install this version since the mounting holes differ from other Onewheels.

– Improved braking capability, so you can brake harder without going over the boardwalk.

Is Onewheel GT Safer Than XR?

Yes! Onewheel GT is much safer than XR. Onewheel GT has its 6-inch ground clearance and a self-balancing system that ensures riders can only lose control if they intentionally try to turn off the board.

With six sensors in the front and rear of the board, a “dead zone” can be up to 30 feet before it registers any commands for the rider to turn or stop the board.

In addition, the dual gyroscopes in the deck protect from slippage, and a four-inch low profile and contoured deck provide greater control.

Furthermore, the new architecture of the deck offers significant design improvements that enhance rider control and safety. Plus, Onewheel GT’s battery is in the rear of the board, providing greater protection from high-speed falls.

XR is not as safe as GT. XR’s deck only has one gyroscope, and it sits directly underneath the footpads, which means if the rider slips off the back of the board, there is very little that can be done to protect against a high-speed fall.

The lack of a rear-mounted battery makes it difficult to control the board in this scenario. In addition, XR only has a 4-inch clearance, while GT offers a 6-inch clearance.

XR can slip off the back of the rider’s footpads, and riders must use a skateboard to stay on the board.

What Happens When The Onewheel Battery Dies?

When the Onewheel battery dies, a Pushback warning is sent to the rider. The battery warning signal indicates a close call with the maximum allowed time for riding.

So, to avoid safety concerns and potential accidents, you should take a break and recharge the Onewheel battery on the side of the road or somewhere safe.

Like other power-engineered devices, when Onewheel’s battery dies, you can charge it by plugging it into an outlet or powering it with an external power source like a car adapter, portable battery pack, or solar charger.

Firstly, the Onewheel battery has a built-in protection circuit to ensure the rider’s safety and self-balance electric skateboard. So, you don’t  worry about getting hurt from electric shock.

Secondly, on the bottom side of the Onewheel hub motor/battery pack is an LED and LED light turns green when charging is complete.

When charging ends, LED turns off and remains off while the board is still in the middle of riding.

In other words, it’s a built-in protection circuit that turns off the power automatically once the battery is fully charged and all safety conditions meet. This way rider won’t get hurt from electric shock.

This may indicates that the board has been charging for more than two minutes, which means it has reached the maximum allowed time for riding. The green LED light indicates the battery is fully charged.

So, before leaving your dock or ground, ensure all Onewheel batteries are fully charged and safe to avoid any inconvenience.

Onewheel Battery Specs

567-watt hours of capacity (10.5 Ah x 54v) 30 amps of continuous discharge, allowing the full capacity of 567wh. 54 nominals, 63.5 fully charged, 53.6 discharged

Undeniably, the Onewheel is a game-changer in the world of personal transportation, but no one can avoid the financial impact of owning one.

The Onewheel is equipped with a 54volt, 10.5ah battery that can put out 30 amps of continuous discharge.

This amounts to 567wh of capacity (5.67A x 54V = 267Wh, 267/10.5Ah = 24.7Wh/Ah) and 54.2v at 30 amps, which equals 567wh of raw power (567/54.2volts = 31% energy efficiency).

The Performance battery is designed to be a race-ready option with the highest performance, which weighs in at 6.1 kg (13 lbs.), offers an array of integrated features, and carries a price tag of USD 1,850.

The Standard battery is designed to be the standard option that just about any consumer would purchase. The Compatible System Battery is great for Onewheel owners with various aftermarket systems and accessories.

Weight: 5.5 kg (11 lbs.), price tag: $999, and built-in features available only during initial Onewheel assembly, such as the Smart Wrap II data port, charger port, and mounting bracket.

Conclusion

Onewheel battery takes 30 amps of continuous discharge and 54 volts to achieve 567wh. While this is a lot of energy, Onewheel provides low energy consumption thanks to its efficient design.

Onewheel can last for years on a single charge with proper care and maintenance.