XWay Wave Range Test: Surprising Results on a 99Wh Battery

Introduction

The XWay Wave has been a frequently used electric skateboard for years, and it remains one of the most trusted boards in daily rotation. Despite that, a full range test on its current battery setup had never been completed. The board now ships with a 180Wh battery, but a smaller 99Wh travel battery has become the preferred option for shorter rides. This test focuses on that 99Wh battery to see how far the Wave can actually go.

The goal was simple: measure real-world range at a comfortable cruising speed and compare how different wheels affect efficiency. The results were surprising, even to someone who rides this board regularly.

Who This Board Is For

The XWay Wave is designed for short-distance point-to-point travel rather than long leisure rides. Its shorter wheelbase and relatively tall stance make it less stable at high speeds, but at a moderate pace it feels perfectly manageable. Riders who want a compact, portable board for quick commutes will find it fits that role well.

It is not a board for pushing top speeds or carving aggressively. The Wave rewards a steady, relaxed riding style. If that matches how you ride, the range results below become even more relevant.

The Test Setup

All range tests were conducted with the 99Wh travel battery. The rider weighed 77 kg including gear, and temperatures sat around 32 to 33°C. The key variable was speed: most runs averaged about 20 to 22 km/h, which is the comfortable cruising speed on this board.

Distance was measured using the board’s odometer with the correct wheel size set. For the 105mm wheels, the setting was adjusted to 103mm to account for real-world wheel diameter. This kept the measurements as accurate as possible.

Range Test Results

The first test used the stock 85mm wheels. At an average speed of about 20 km/h, the board covered 17.5 km on a single 99Wh charge. That result was unexpected enough to warrant further testing.

The next test swapped in the Cloud Wheel Discovery FE 105mm wheels. Average speed crept up slightly to 22 km/h, and range dropped to 14.9 km. Still a strong result for a small battery.

A third test used a prototype 105mm wheel, again at 22 km/h. The board’s odometer recorded 14.4 km, while a GPS-based app showed 14.8 km. The close match confirmed the measurements were reliable.

The fourth test used the Mad Wheels V2, also 105mm, at the same average speed. That run produced 13 km. Across all four tests, the results clustered between 13 and 17.5 km, showing that wheel choice has a noticeable but not dramatic effect on efficiency.

Verifying the Results

Because the first result seemed almost too good, the GPS app was used as a cross-check on the third test. The app reported 14.8 km versus the board’s 14.4 km, a difference of less than 3%. That confirmed the board’s odometer was not inflating the numbers.

The consistency across tests suggests the range figures are genuine. Riding style and speed clearly play a major role. At a relaxed 20 km/h pace, the Wave with the 99Wh battery delivers impressive distance for such a compact board.

Buying Advice

The XWay Wave with the 99Wh travel battery is a practical choice for riders who mostly do short trips and want a lighter battery option. The range is more than adequate for typical commutes, especially if you ride at moderate speeds.

If you plan to use larger 105mm wheels, expect slightly less range. The difference between the stock wheels and the largest options was about 4.5 km in this test. That trade-off may be worth it for a smoother ride, depending on your priorities.

Conclusion

The XWay Wave continues to impress with its efficiency. On a 99Wh battery, it delivered between 13 and 17.5 km depending on wheel choice and speed. For a board this compact, that is a strong result. Riders who keep their pace moderate will get the most out of every charge.