Onewheel Motor List
Given the slowly expanding list of new motors that is being produced, I think it would be fitting to make a list helping discern the differences between each motor.
Hypercore
Image Credit: Future Motion
The Hypercore is the motor that is used in all Future Motion board. While the motor has changed appearances over the past few years, the Pint/X/S, XR, Plus and GT all have the same motor. The GT does have a slight exception, being that it is a 6.5 in hub, requiring tires made specially for the GT Hypercore. These can be found on The Float Life’s webpage, and Future Motion’s website.
The GT-S includes it’s own variation of the GT Hypercore, with curved magnets and SKS bearings. There is also an option for a 6 inch diameter motor, however given the price, it is not considered a good deal.
Superflux
Image Credit: Fungineers
The Superflux is technically two motors, the High-Torque (HT) and the High-Speed (HS). They are motors that uses a 6-inch diameter hub and designed to be a replacement to the Hypercore, though not directly. The Superflux uses it’s own propriatery connector and axle block, however it can be used with XR rails.
The High Torque is designed to output more torque than a standard Hypercore, while sacrificing top speed. The High Speed sacrifices some torque for much higher top-speeds. Both motors come with their own tire. Shipping of the Superflux motor takes a long time, as they are shipped from China.
Cannon Core
Image Credit: Floatwheel
The CannonCore marks a significant advancement from FloatWheel’s previous model, which utilized a rebranded scooter hub. This time, FloatWheel has truly upped the ante with this powerhouse of a motor. Engineered from scratch to deliver an outstanding cost-effectiveness ratio, the CannonCore stands as a commendable motor choice, albeit with a singular caveat.
This robust motor carries some weight, tipping the scales at a substantial 16 1/2 lbs. Although not the heftiest motor available, it falls short in terms of top speed and thermal performance, leaving room for improvement. However, it’s important to note that, despite these considerations, the CannonCore outshines the HyperCore and performs exceptionally well; there may be superior options available depending on your specific use case.
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Spintend
Image Credit: Spintend
Spintend offers various hub motor options initially designed for scooters but shallowly adopted in OneWheel applications by a few enthusiasts. Notably, a rebranded version of their 10x6-5.5 Hub Motor gained popularity in the Original FloatWheel Kit launched in late 2020. Initially equipped with a 600-watt motor, the kit was later upgraded to the “V2,” featuring a more powerful 1500-watt hub. While the kit aimed to replicate the Pint, leading to the initial underwhelming motor, Spintend continued to innovate, now offering 4000-watt versions of this motor for contemporary applications.
These are not used as much anymore, as there are better options out there.
Lencore Motor
Image Credit: Lencore Solutions
The Lencore motor may look like the Spintend motor, but it’s been modified with different windings, a custom 6 inch hub and axle blocks. It has been used in racing and placed 6th in the European Onewheel League Finals. However, there is not a lot of information on the motor given through the community. It is popular in Europe with VESC users.